Fall at George L. Smith State Park in Twin City, Georgia

Fall at George L. Smith State Park in Twin City, Georgia

3 Fun Fall Outdoor Adventures

Georgia's mild weather and spectacular scenery set the perfect stage for these fall adventures.

Experience the best adventures of the fall season on these active getaways for outdoor enthusiasts.

Mountain biking at Mulberry Gap Mountain Bike Getaway in Ellijay. Joe Cattoni, Regular Joe Photography

Mountain biking at Mulberry Gap Mountain Bike Getaway in Ellijay. Photo y Joe Cattoni, Regular Joe Photography

Mountain Biking

Tucked away in the forest of North Georgia's mountains, Mulberry Gap brings the mountain biking community together on the region's most beloved and scenic trails. Take in the natural beauty of fall blazing adventurous trails like Pinhoti, Bear Creek, Windy Gap and more. Just bring your bike! Mulberry Gap Mountain Bike Get-A-Way features cozy cabins with family-style meals, campfire camaraderie, hot tubs and yoga.

Kayaking at George L. Smith State Park in Twin City, Georgia

Kayaking at George L. Smith State Park in Twin City, Georgia. Photo by Wesley Hendley

Kayaking

Surround yourself with fall on a captivating kayak trip at George L. Smith State Park. Closer to the coast than the mountains, the park includes a picturesque covered bridge, lakeside camping and seven miles of hiking trails. The serene waters reflect the brilliant changing leaves of Spanish-moss-draped cypress and tupelo as paddlers glide into quiet corners of the park.

Platform camping at Fort Mountain State Park in Chatsworth, Georgia

Platform camping at Fort Mountain State Park in Chatsworth, Georgia

Camping

Hike to gorgeous panoramic views of the valley along Fort Mountain State Park's 25+ miles of trail. The 8-mile Gahuti Trail loops the park, passing near the summits of Cohutta and Fort mountains and crossing small cascading streams as it winds through towering hardwoods. Four primitive backcountry campsites along the trail offer secluded camping to backpackers. Sheltered platform camping is available for walk-in campers, with drinking water and fire rings less than 400 feet from parking. 

Looking for more fall adventures in explore Georgia? Find more fall trip ideas with Explore Georgia's Guide to Fall & Winter.

Published: September 2021
Written by: Candy Cook
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