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In north Georgia, hiking opportunities are virtually unlimited. With public lands in abundance, these mountains have hundreds of miles of designated hiking trails leading to clifftop views, through deep gorges, and over high summits--all within a few hours of metro Atlanta. This guide includes 65 of the best day hikes in the region, ranging from 1 to 14 miles, with destinations including Blood Mountain on the Appalachian Trail; the rugged cliffs of Mount Yonah; and the expansive views from Brasstown Bald, Georgia's highest peak. Hike to Martha Berry's historic House of Dreams on the Berry College campus, or the remote waterfalls of Three Forks in Chattahoochee National Forest. Each entry covers everything you need to know to get out on the trail: maps, detailed driving and hiking directions, trailhead GPS coordinates, mileage, elevation gain, and more.
The indispensable guide to the best the Georgia mountains have to offer.
A detailed, illustrated guidebook for novice and experienced hikers to hiking the scenic trails of north Georgia. Suitable for the novice and the experienced hiker alike, this comprehensive guide to the North Georgia mountains has been revised and significantly expanded, adding 23 new trails and eleven area maps. Now arranged geographically and even more user-friendly, it features 124 hikes. The Hiking Trails of North Georgia is an indispensable resource, whether you're planning a leisurely afternoon walk or a strenuous backpacking trip. The convenient new format of the updated third edition will enable you to explore North Georgia's beautiful natural areas with intelligence and ease.
I, Herb McClure, began to develop my outdoor skills at an early age.Upon reading this book, you will learn how I accepted the many challenges I faced just to become better and more successful at my ways.I am a respectful, appreciative woodsman, and I tried to meld into the forest and belong there.My photographs enhance the authenticity of this book and help bring the reader into my world.My memories, told in a relaxed, conversational tone, reveal insights into my life's ways.Read how my ancestors living in the North Georgia mountains may have influenced my character and my desire to live in the mountains. Read about how my early life and work experiences helped develop my love for the outdoors and reputation as an outdoorsman. Read about my experiences fishing for trout and hunting deer, ruffed grouse, and wild turkeys in North and Middle Georgia. Learn how Mary and I almost single-handedly cut our trees and built our dream log home in the North Georgia mountains. Read how, in later life, I became interested in reestablishing pure American chestnut trees in remote mountainous areas, by growing them from nuts and setting out their seedlings, which was a commitment I made to help mountain wildlife.
Comprised of the Blue Ridge Mountains and the Cohutta Mountains, the North Georgia Mountains attract thousands of visitors every year. They come for the abundant opportunities to enjoy outdoor recreation at the area’s Georgia State Parks, explore thriving small mountain communities, and take in scenic mountain views that look almost too perfect to be real. Although they couldn’t all possibly fit in 100 Things to Do in the North Georgia Mountains Before You Die, you’ll find a sampling of some of the best experiences throughout the region along with sample itineraries and insider tips outlined here to inspire even the most seasoned traveler. Mark your calendars for the fantastic annual events like the Georgia Mountain Fair, Gold Rush Days, and Helen’s Oktoberfest. Try choosing an itinerary based on the time of year you visit, or picking a theme for your special getaway. Whether it’s visiting Georgia’s highest point at Brasstown Bald, tracking down Sasquatch at Expedition Bigfoot, or picking apples at R&A Orchards during the fall, you’ll find more than enough to do during your day trip, weekend getaway, or extended visit. Local journalist Karon Warren helps you make the most of your visit with a personal touch that will make planning your trip easy and fun. With so much to choose from, every visit to the North Georgia Mountains will be more memorable than the last.
Lace up your boots and explore the majestic mountains of Georgia Few hikers know this gem of a region as well as Johnny Molloy. He’ll take you to waterfalls, overlooks, gigantic trees, historic sites, and primitive wilderness in significant spots such as Tallulah Gorge, Springer Mountain, and the Chattooga River. In a region with an incredible wealth of hiking options, Molloy outlines 50 of the most worthwhile trails, providing options for day, overnight, and multi-day hikes for explorers of every experience level. In this beautiful and fully updated third edition of 50 Hikes in the North Georgia Mountains, as with all the books in the 50 Hikes series, you’ll find clear and concise directions, easy-to-follow maps, and expert tips for enjoying every moment of your hike—whether you’re looking for sublime mountaintop views, peaceful walks through nature, or your next great challenge—all in a gorgeous, full-color design.
This guide includes the hiking, canoeing/kayaking, mountain biking, horseback riding, waterfalls, and fishing locations located within an hour of Dahlonega.An added bonus are the historic markers of LumpkinCounty.This guide includes descriptions, detailed drivingdirections, and maps.