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Explore Hiking & Biking in Georgia

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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Paved greenways

Paved paths, greenways, rail trails, riverwalks, and easy-access walking or biking routes.

36 matching trails · Page 2 of 3

multi-use paved/natural

Savannah Rapids Park Trails

Martinez, Georgia Heartland

easy • 2 miles • access area/trail system

Columbia County canal and river access trail area at the headgates of the Augusta Canal.

hiking paved

Anna Ruby Falls Trail

Helen, North Georgia High Country

easy • 0.9 miles • out-and-back

Paved family-friendly trail from the visitor area to twin waterfalls near Helen.

multi-use paved

Arabia Mountain PATH

Lithonia, North Georgia High Country

easy to moderate • 33 miles • linear

Long paved regional connector through the Arabia Mountain National Heritage Area; ADA-compliant with minimal road crossings.

multi-use paved

Atlanta BeltLine Eastside Trail

Atlanta, North Georgia High Country

easy • 3 miles • linear

Popular paved urban multi-use trail connecting Piedmont Park to Reynoldstown.

mountain biking natural/singletrack/paved connector

Big Creek Park Mountain Bike Trails

Roswell, North Georgia High Country

easy to expert • 6.8 miles • trail system

Roswell mountain bike park with cross-country trails, freeride features, pump tracks, and Big Creek Greenway access.

hiking paved

Birdberry Trail

Winder, North Georgia High Country

easy • 1 miles • out-and-back

Paved, family-friendly Fort Yargo trail highlighted by Georgia State Parks as an easy stroll.

hiking paved

Brasstown Bald Trail

Hiawassee, North Georgia High Country

strenuous • 0.6 miles • out-and-back

Short, steep paved summit trail to Georgia's highest point and broad mountain views.

trail-system natural/paved

Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area Trail System

Sandy Springs, North Georgia High Country

varies • 66 miles • trail-system

Major metro river recreation corridor with multiple trail units along 48 miles of the Chattahoochee River.

hiking paved

Don Carter Overlook Trail

Gainesville, North Georgia High Country

easy • 0.25 miles • out-and-back

Very short paved overlook trail at Don Carter State Park.

hiking paved

Don Carter Parallel Trail

Gainesville, North Georgia High Country

easy • 0.5 miles • out-and-back

Accessible paved trail at Don Carter State Park suitable for easy walks near Lake Lanier campgrounds.

hiking paved

Don Carter Woodland Loop

Gainesville, North Georgia High Country

easy • 1.5 miles • loop

Paved loop trail at Don Carter State Park for easy family outings and campground visitors.

multi-use paved/natural

Oconee Rivers Greenway - Athens

Athens, North Georgia High Country

easy • 11.1 miles • trail system

Athens greenway system with paved multi-use paths and natural-surface hiking along the Oconee River corridor.

Region

North Georgia High Country

Mountain hikes, waterfalls, overlooks, Appalachian Trail access, and some of Georgia’s best mountain bike systems.

Region

Georgia Heartland

State park trails, river greenways, wildlife areas, historic trail walks, and family-friendly routes across Middle Georgia.

Region

South Georgia & Coast

Coastal paths, swamp boardwalks, wildlife refuges, island routes, riverwalks, and relaxed South Georgia nature trails.

Trip Planner

Plan Your Trail Adventure

Tell us what kind of Georgia outdoor day you want, and we’ll suggest a simple hiking or biking itinerary using GeorgiaOutdoors trail data.

This planner is a starting point. Always confirm trail conditions, closures, fees, and hours before you go.

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.

Trail Getaways

Build a full trip around trails with nearby parks, small towns, campgrounds, overlooks, and outdoor stops along the way.

A group of adults and children enjoying a wooded hiking trail together
Photo courtesy of Lee Ratliff / Macon Outdoors.
“Happiness as an adult is still getting your friends to come outside and play.”
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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.

Appalachian Trail - Georgia Section
Featured Long-Distance Trail hiking natural

Appalachian Trail - Georgia Section

North Georgia High Country

strenuous • 76.4 miles • linear

Georgia section of the Appalachian Trail beginning at Springer Mountain and running through the Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forest.

Silver Comet Trail
Featured Paved Trail multi-use paved

Silver Comet Trail

Smyrna, North Georgia High Country

easy • 61.5 miles • linear

Long paved rail-trail from Smyrna westward to the Alabama connection with Chief Ladiga Trail.

North and South Rim Trails
Featured Scenic Hike hiking mulched surface with exposed roots

North and South Rim Trails

Tallulah Falls, North Georgia High Country

moderate • 3 miles • round-trip

Classic overlook trail system at Tallulah Gorge with multiple views into the canyon.

Blankets Creek Trail System
Featured Mountain Biking mountain biking natural/singletrack

Blankets Creek Trail System

Canton, North Georgia High Country

easy to difficult • 14 miles • trail system

Highly popular Cherokee County mountain bike trail system near Canton and Woodstock.