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From mountain trails and waterfall hikes to greenways and scenic bike routes, Georgia makes it easy to explore more of the state at your own pace.
Georgia Trails Offer Big Views, Quiet Forests, and Easy Ways to Keep Exploring
Hiking and biking open up a different side of Georgia. In some places that means mountain ridges, waterfalls, and long scenic trails. In others, it means paved greenways, gentle park loops, and rideable routes that work for families and weekend travelers. Whether you want a short walk with a view, a full trail day, or an active road trip built around outdoor stops, Georgia offers trail experiences across every region of the state.
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Minnehaha Trail
Short trail following Fall Branch to the 100-foot Minnehaha Falls near Lake Rabun.
hiking
natural/rocky
Preacher's Rock via Woody Gap
Short Appalachian Trail climb from Woody Gap to one of North Georgia’s best quick mountain views.
hiking/nature trail
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Sosebee Cove Scenic Area and Trail
Short forest nature trail through a high-elevation cove hardwood area near Blairsville.
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Springer Mountain Trail
Short but iconic hike to the southern terminus of the Appalachian Trail from the Forest Service Road 42 access point.
multi-use
natural/singletrack
Talking Rock Nature Preserve Trails
Pickens County nature preserve trail system for hiking, biking, birdwatching, and quiet natural-surface recreation.
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mulched surface with exposed roots
Tallulah Gorge North Rim Trail
Rim trail with scenic overlooks into Tallulah Gorge and views of multiple waterfalls and pools.
hiking
mulched surface with exposed roots
Tallulah Gorge South Rim Trail
Rim trail with overlooks of Hurricane Falls, Oceana Falls, Caledonia Cascade, and other gorge features.
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natural
Tennessee Rock Trail
Black Rock Mountain’s signature trail with high-elevation forest and wide mountain vistas.
hiking
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Toccoa River Swinging Bridge Trail
Short Benton MacKaye Trail hike to the Toccoa River swinging bridge near Blue Ridge.
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Waterfalls Trail at Cloudland Canyon
Steep canyon trail descending to Cherokee Falls and Hemlock Falls in one of Georgia’s best-known mountain parks.
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Watson Mill Bridge Nature Trail
River and forest trail beside Georgia’s longest covered bridge.
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natural surface
Whale Tail Hiking Trail
Longer hiking option at Don Carter State Park with lake-oriented setting.
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North Georgia High Country
Mountain hikes, waterfalls, overlooks, Appalachian Trail access, and some of Georgia’s best mountain bike systems.
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Georgia Heartland
State park trails, river greenways, wildlife areas, historic trail walks, and family-friendly routes across Middle Georgia.
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South Georgia & Coast
Coastal paths, swamp boardwalks, wildlife refuges, island routes, riverwalks, and relaxed South Georgia nature trails.
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Ways to Explore Georgia Trails
Whether you want a mountain hike, a casual bike ride, or a full trail-focused weekend, Georgia has routes that fit.
Day Hikes
Explore scenic walks, forest paths, waterfall trails, and longer hikes across Georgia for every pace and skill level.
Bike Routes & Greenways
Ride paved paths, rail trails, and regional bike-friendly routes that work for casual rides, family outings, and active weekends.
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Featured Georgia Trails
Browse highlighted hiking and biking destinations, then open a full trail detail page for planning notes, distance, difficulty, surface, and map links.
Featured Long-Distance Trail
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Appalachian Trail - Georgia Section
Georgia section of the Appalachian Trail beginning at Springer Mountain and running through the Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forest.
Featured Paved Trail
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paved
Silver Comet Trail
Long paved rail-trail from Smyrna westward to the Alabama connection with Chief Ladiga Trail.
Featured Scenic Hike
hiking
mulched surface with exposed roots
North and South Rim Trails
Classic overlook trail system at Tallulah Gorge with multiple views into the canyon.
Featured Mountain Biking
mountain biking
natural/singletrack
Blankets Creek Trail System
Highly popular Cherokee County mountain bike trail system near Canton and Woodstock.