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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.

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hiking natural/creek crossings

Emery Creek Falls Trail

Chatsworth, North Georgia High Country

moderate to strenuous • 6 miles • out-and-back

Adventure waterfall hike near Chatsworth with many creek crossings and a remote North Georgia feel.

hiking natural

Fort Mountain State Park Backcountry Trails

Chatsworth, North Georgia High Country

strenuous • 8 miles • loop

Mountain hiking destination with backcountry routes in northwest Georgia.

hiking natural/boardwalk

Helton Creek Falls Trail

Blairsville, North Georgia High Country

easy • 0.2 miles • out-and-back

Short, family-friendly waterfall walk to two cascades in the Chattahoochee National Forest near Blairsville.

hiking natural

Hemlock Falls Trail

Lakemont, North Georgia High Country

easy • 3 miles • round-trip

Accessible-feeling mountain trail near Moccasin Creek leading to Hemlock Falls.

hiking natural

High Shoals Falls Trail

Hiawassee, North Georgia High Country

moderate • 2.4 miles • out-and-back

Waterfall hike to Blue Hole Falls and High Shoals Falls in the High Shoals Scenic Area.

hiking/backpacking natural/wilderness

Jacks River Falls Trail

Blue Ridge, North Georgia High Country

strenuous • 9 miles • out-and-back

Remote Cohutta Wilderness hike from Dally Gap toward Jacks River Falls with repeated river crossings.

hiking natural/old roadbed

Long Creek Falls Trail

Suches, North Georgia High Country

easy to moderate • 1.8 miles • out-and-back

Short Appalachian Trail waterfall hike from Three Forks to Long Creek Falls.

hiking natural

Minnehaha Trail

Lakemont, North Georgia High Country

easy • 0.4 miles • out-and-back

Short trail following Fall Branch to the 100-foot Minnehaha Falls near Lake Rabun.

hiking natural

Panther Creek Trail

Clarkesville, North Georgia High Country

intermediate to advanced • 7 miles • out-and-back

Popular forest waterfall trail to Panther Creek Falls in the Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forest.

hiking natural

Raven Cliff Falls Trail

Cleveland, North Georgia High Country

moderate • 4.9 miles • out-and-back

Popular North Georgia waterfall hike through a lush creek valley to Raven Cliff Falls.

hiking/nature trail natural

Sosebee Cove Scenic Area and Trail

Blairsville, North Georgia High Country

easy • 0.3 miles • loop

Short forest nature trail through a high-elevation cove hardwood area near Blairsville.

hiking mulched surface with exposed roots

Tallulah Gorge North Rim Trail

Tallulah Falls, North Georgia High Country

moderate • 0.75 miles • one-way

Rim trail with scenic overlooks into Tallulah Gorge and views of multiple waterfalls and pools.

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.