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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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Waterfall hikes

Trails with waterfall scenery or waterfall-focused destinations.

31 matching trails · Page 1 of 3

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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.

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F.D. Roosevelt State Park Backcountry Trails

Pine Mountain, Georgia Heartland

strenuous • 23 miles • trail-system

Extensive backcountry hiking area in west-central Georgia.

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High Falls Falls View Trail

Jackson, Georgia Heartland

easy to moderate • 1.5 miles • out-and-back

Trail along the Towaliga River beside the major waterfall complex at High Falls State Park.

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Pine Mountain Trail

Pine Mountain, Georgia Heartland

moderate to strenuous • 23 miles • linear/segment network

Signature long-distance hiking trail at F.D. Roosevelt State Park through hardwood forest, creeks, ridges, and small waterfalls.

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Ada-Hi Falls Trail

Mountain City, North Georgia High Country

moderate to difficult • 0.25 miles • one-way

Short but steeper waterfall trail to an observation platform for Ada-Hi Falls at Black Rock Mountain.

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Amicalola Falls Loop Trail

Dawsonville, North Georgia High Country

strenuous • 2.1 miles • loop

Popular mountain waterfall hike with views of the 730-foot Amicalola Falls and Appalachian Trail access nearby.

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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.

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Appalachian Approach Trail

Dawsonville, North Georgia High Country

strenuous • 8 miles • linear

Classic approach from Amicalola Falls State Park toward Springer Mountain and the Appalachian Trail southern terminus.

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Big Rock Nature Trail

Chatsworth, North Georgia High Country

moderate • 0.75 miles • loop

Short mountain loop at Fort Mountain with cascades, small waterfalls, and varied forest scenery.

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Black Rock Mountain State Park Backcountry Trails

Mountain City, North Georgia High Country

moderate to strenuous • 7.2 miles • loop

High-elevation mountain hiking area within Georgia’s state parks backcountry trail system.

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DeSoto Falls Trail

Dahlonega, North Georgia High Country

easy to moderate • 2 miles • out-and-back

Popular North Georgia waterfall hike in the DeSoto Falls Scenic Area near Dahlonega.

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Dukes Creek Falls Trail

Helen, North Georgia High Country

moderate • 2 miles • out-and-back

Moderate waterfall hike from the Russell-Brasstown Scenic Highway to viewing platforms at Dukes Creek Falls.

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.

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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
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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
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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
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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
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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.