Whether you want to take a tour through Civil Rights history, marvel at prehistoric American Indian mounds, or follow the path of US icons such as Martin Luther King Jr. and President Jimmy Carter, Georgia’s 11 national parks, monuments, and historic sites will whisk you on a road trip through United States history. There are outdoor adventures, too, from coastal beaches and barrier islands to rambling rivers and epic hikes. Only two national parks have camping available—the Cumberland Island National Seashore and the Appalachian Trail—but you’ll never be far from an RV park, state campground, or private Hipcamp.
Atlanta & North Georgia
The mountainous wilderness of the Appalachian and Blue Ridge Mountains blanket northern Georgia. Set out to hike part of the Appalachian National Scenic Trail, overnighting at backcountry campsites along the way, or visit the Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area to boat, fish, and cycle the scenic river valley. History enthusiasts have plenty to explore here, too, including the Martin Luther King, Jr. National Historical Site, the Kennesaw Mountain National Battlefield Park, and the Chickamauga & Chattanooga National Military Park.
Central Heartlands
Wooded foothills, sweeping canyons, and vast lakes provide plenty of camping spots in Georgia’s heartlands, many within a short drive of the main cities of Augusta, Athens, and Macon. While you’re there, uncover the mysteries of the prehistoric American Indian mounds at the Ocmulgee Mounds National Historical Park.
South Georgia
History buffs will be in their element in south Georgia. Explore the Civil War burial grounds and battlefields of the Andersonville National Historic Site, then visit the former home of the 39th US president at the Jimmy Carter National Historical Park. Neither national park has camping, but you’ll find RV parks and private campgrounds within a short drive.
Coastal Georgia
National Parks in Georgia.
Bucket list hikes, Civil Rights history, and wild ponies await in Georgia’s national parks.
Whether you want to take a tour through Civil Rights history, marvel at prehistoric American Indian mounds, or follow the path of US icons such as Martin Luther King Jr. and President Jimmy Carter, Georgia’s 11 national parks, monuments, and historic sites will whisk you on a road trip through United States history. There are outdoor adventures, too, from coastal beaches and
Read more...Whether you want to take a tour through Civil Rights history, marvel at prehistoric American Indian mounds, or follow the path of US icons such as Martin Luther King Jr. and President Jimmy Carter, Georgia’s 11 national parks, monuments, and historic sites will whisk you on a road trip through United States history. There are outdoor adventures, too, from coastal beaches and barrier islands to rambling rivers and epic hikes. Only two national parks have camping available—the Cumberland Island National Seashore and the Appalachian Trail—but you’ll never be far from an RV park, state campground, or private Hipcamp.
Atlanta & North Georgia
The mountainous wilderness of the Appalachian and Blue Ridge Mountains blanket northern Georgia. Set out to hike part of the Appalachian National Scenic Trail, overnighting at backcountry campsites along the way, or visit the Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area to boat, fish, and cycle the scenic river valley. History enthusiasts have plenty to explore here, too, including the Martin Luther King, Jr. National Historical Site, the Kennesaw Mountain National Battlefield Park, and the Chickamauga & Chattanooga National Military Park.
Central Heartlands
Wooded foothills, sweeping canyons, and vast lakes provide plenty of camping spots in Georgia’s heartlands, many within a short drive of the main cities of Augusta, Athens, and Macon. While you’re there, uncover the mysteries of the prehistoric American Indian mounds at the Ocmulgee Mounds National Historical Park.
South Georgia
History buffs will be in their element in south Georgia. Explore the Civil War burial grounds and battlefields of the Andersonville National Historic Site, then visit the former home of the 39th US president at the Jimmy Carter National Historical Park. Neither national park has camping, but you’ll find RV parks and private campgrounds within a short drive.
Coastal Georgia
Whether paddling around the marshes, hopping between barrier islands, or lounging on sandy beaches, Georgia’s Atlantic Coast is a world away from the northern mountains. Once you’ve admired the military fortresses at the Fort Pulaski and Fort Frederica national monuments, ride the ferry out to explore the beaches and bike paths of the Cumberland Island National Seashore, then pitch your tent at one of the wilderness sites.