Sope Creek in Marietta is one of our favorite metro Atlanta family friendly hikes. Not only is it a great place to get outside, but it offers a bit of Georgia history that you can actually touch. Here’s everything you need to know about Sope Creek and this fun hiking trail in metro Atlanta.
Raven Cliff Falls is a family-friendly hike, with beautiful waterfalls within a magnificent forest. See the video for more about the terrain, falls, and scenery.
FDR State Park is Georgia’s largest state park, so it should be no surprise that it is filled with things to do! This park has it all: hiking, swimming, fishing, boating, beautiful views, camping, cabins, history, presidential love, and many unique events.
Whether you are spending the day hiking the Red History Trail, or staying the night in one of the Sweetwater Creek State Park yurts, we’ve got everything you need to know to maximize your experience!
Georgia State Parks camping is my favorite way to camp. I love it so much, that I have literally never camped anywhere else in Georgia! I loved the parks just as much as a camping kid, as I do now as a camping adult.
Your membership, gift membership, donations and volunteer efforts allow Friends of Georgia State Parks to support our park system and historical sites. You. You make this magic happen. Here are 11 things you probably didn’t know about Friends of Georgia State Parks…about why their efforts are so important.
If you’re looking for big thrills, fun and excitement for the whole family, or just a unique perspective — zip lining in GA should be on your bucket list! Ready to swing high and learn more? Here are 13+ of the absolute best places to go zip lining in GA!
Plantation State Historic Site. The Jarrell family lived and worked here for over 125 years, from 1847 into the 1960s.
New Echota is a wonderful jumping off point for sharing the Trail of Tears with your kiddos. It’s a story that I’m obsessed with now, and a good reason to teach our kids about valuing curiosity over fear, especially when someone is different than we are.
I love the Ocmulgee National Monument! It is one of those places that just has everything you need for a fun day with the family. It has 6 miles of hiking trails, an awesome visitor center, and Mississippian Indian mounds — one you can go inside, and one you can climb.
Panola Mountain State Park in Stockbridge, GA is a must-visit. Not only will you find the 100-acre granite monadnock here, but you’ll also find bike paths, two lakes, hiking trails, ranger-led hikes, tree climbing adventures, archery classes, and more.
Getting outside, even for a little bit, is so important. Did you know the latest pediatric study says kiddos should be outside at least three hours a day? The kids and I did some brainstorming and came up with ideas for outdoor games for kids, regardless of the season.
My favorite kind of day? Jumping in the car with my kids and seeking out one of Georgia’s new (to us) waterfalls. We love the easy ones, the hidden ones….the roadside spills and the falls flowing deep within the forest. We love wading in them, swimming in them, splashing in them, or just admiring them. “Magical” is an over-used word, but it perfectly describes this list of our favorite waterfalls in Georgia.
Gibbs Gardens, located in Ball Ground, Ga, includes 220 acres of breathtaking gardens set in mature rolling woodlands dotted with 24 ponds, springs, streams with 32 bridge crossings and 19 waterfalls. It’s also the country’s largest residential estate gardens…and it is GORGEOUS!
Georgia State Parks offer many wonders like canyons, beaches and mountain views, but our hearts and souls still seek out waterfalls whenever possible. Below are 9 Georgia State Parks with waterfalls plus three more worth noting due to their proximity. Let us know if you run across any others.