Outdoor Adventures at Georgia's 7 Natural Wonders (2024)

Surrounded by stunning scenery, the tumbling waters of Amicalola Falls form the tallest cascading waterfall in the Southeast. From the falls, atruly memorable adventure awaits along a5-mile trail leading guests to a secluded backcountry lodge,Len Foote Hike Inn. Visitors need only bring the basics and enjoy the comforts of cozy beds, hot showers, and delicious meals.Amicalola Falls State Parkalso serves as a spectacular welcome to theAppalachian Trailwith aneight-mile approachto its southern terminus,Springer Mountain.

Visit Amicalola Falls State Park

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SOUND ON to go virtually walking in a {swampy} wonderland! ⁣ 📹: @okefenokeeswamppark #exploregeorgiafromhome

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Located in the 400,000-acreOkefenokeeNational Wildlife Refuge, the Okefenokee is North America's largest blackwater swamp. Paddle among abundant wildlife in a mysterious, breathtaking landscape of reflective waters and gorgeous cypress forests draped in Spanish moss.An unforgettable overnight experience, seven shelters and twoislands offer paddlers secluded camping under the darkest skies in the state. (Permits required).

Visit Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge

A landscape resembling the American West earned Providence Canyon the nickname "Little Grand Canyon." Carved by erosion due to poor farming practices, the canyons offer a fascinating look at the colorful history and geology of south Georgia. Backpackers explore the canyon inside and out along a challenging 7-mile trail that leads to six primitive campsites.

The park is a marvel to explore year-round but particularly in the fall when the changing leaves contrast with the orange-hued soil for a colorful palette.In the winter, the absence of hardwood foliage and vegetation more clearly reveals a landscape like nowhere else in the state.

Visit Providence Canyon

Georgia's largest natural spring, located in Albany in southwest Georgia, pumps thousands of gallons of water from an underground cave, giving the waters a surreal turquoise glow. Preserved as a historic site with stone pathways and lush botanical gardens,Radium Springs Gardensis one of Georgia's most unique attractions. Enjoy a shaded walk, gazing at the crystal clear pools, before paddling the Flint River to search for other blue holes.

Visit Radium Springs Gardens

A unique geologic formation, the towering granite monadnock offers family-friendly fun right outside of Atlanta. In addition to being a natural wonder,Stone Mountain Parkalso holds records for the world's longest-running laser show and the largest bas-relief carving on the planet. Explore the Discovering Stone Mountain Museum and hike to the top on a mile-long trail featuring natural beauty and magnificent views.

Visit Stone Mountain Park

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This week’s #MarkerMonday examines the Warm Springs Treatment Pools historical marker in Meriwether County. The natural springs of Warm Springs are the largest and most famous springs in Georgia. You may be familiar with President Franklin D. Roosevelt’s use of the pools as a treatment for his polio symptoms—it is believed that natural hot springs hold therapeutic benefits. After FDR founded the Georgia Warm Springs Foundation in 1927, the springs were transformed into a hydrotherapeutic treatment center to alleviate the debilitating effects of polio. Click the link in our bio for the GHS Blog pages to learn more about Warm Springs and the use of springs as treatment pools. #georgiahistoricalmarker #georgiahistory #georgia #historicalmarker #history #warmsprings #healthspa #naturalhealth #meriwethercounty

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Made famous by President Franklin D. Roosevelt's search for a polio cure, the buoyant spring waters in west Georgia's Warm Springs have offered a therapeutic environment for many patients. Visitors enjoy learning more about the springs through museum exhibits atRoosevelt's Little White Housebefore exploring Georgia's largest state park. More than 40 miles of trail offer endless adventure winding through forests, glimpsing waterfalls, and crossing creeks in the rolling mountains southwest of Atlanta.

Visit Warm Springs

Nearly 1,000 feet deep, this two-mile gorge carved by the Tallulah River in northeast Georgia near Clayton is brimming with spectacular views and daring adventure. In addition to rock climbing and challenging mountain bike trails, outdoor enthusiasts can join the Canyon Climbers Club atTallulah Gorge State Park. Descend into the canyon via staircases and natural surface paths, cross a suspension bridge, and cool off at a natural sliding rock and swimming hole at the gorge floor.

Visit Tallulah Gorge State Park