Cloudland Canyon State Park is one of the prettiest of parks in the Georgia State Parks system. This beautiful Georgia canyon is located in the state’s northwest corner, about half an hour from Chattanooga, TN. Here’s everything you need to know for an amazing visit to Cloudland Canyon State Park.
Anna Ruby Falls is one of the most easily accessible and family-friendly waterfall hikes out there…and it’s just up the road in Helen, Georgia. Here’s everything you need to know about hiking beautiful Anna Ruby Falls.
In addition to hiking and exploring, one of the best ways to get everyone excited about a camping trip is to play some camping games together!
Ask me the “must-see” attraction in my neck of the woods, and I’ll tell you it’s Amicalola Falls. Amicalola Falls is part of the Georgia State Parks system and the tallest waterfall east of the Mississippi River. It’s located in the North Georgia mountains and it is where the Appalachian Trail begins .
Looking for the best campgrounds in North Georgia? This is it! The best spots for tent camping in the mountains including Helen, Blue Ridge, and more.
Take a break from the busyness of life, from the concrete jungle, from cellphones and video games…..and unplug in Blairsville, Ga. Take the #urbanchallenge, and unplug today. Reconnect with your family. Sometimes slow is just the perfect speed. We’ve got dozens of ways for you to turn off the noise, and revive that close family feeling.
When my kids were younger, Providence Canyon State Park was the impetus for a spring break trek across west Georgia. We based our entire trip on visiting this Georgia State Park gem.
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 it’s history, family, a love for Thomas the Tank Engine or just I-75 that gets you to Southwest Georgia, a ride on the historic SAM Shortline Excursion Train is worth a visit.
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.
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.
Sometimes you just need to get away. We’ve been there! That’s why we put together this list of more than 51 family weekend getaways in the Southeast. Whether you’re looking for theme parks and water slides, or horseback riding and hiking trails, this list should help!