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orthwest Georgia features stunningly gorgeous mountain
peaks, lush forests, and countless opportunities for
Nexploration. If you enjoy hiking, biking, paddling, or
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Hiking and Biking Trails Scenic State Parks T
The area is renowned for its Four state parks in Northwest W
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scenic hiking and mountain biking Georgia deliver breathtaking E
trails. The Appalachian Trail, views and outdoor enjoyment. S
which extends 2,181 miles from Cloudland Canyon State Park, T G
Georgia to Maine, begins here and on the western edge of Lookout E
offers an unforgettable experience Mountain, features stunning OR
for long-distance hikers as well as waterfalls cascading over layers
day hikers. Other remarkable paths of sandstone. Fort Mountain GI
include the Benton MacKaye Trail, State Park near Chatsworth
the Aska Trails near Blue Ridge, showcases an ancient rock wall, A MO
and the Cohutta Wilderness Area. adding a touch of mystery to
For mountain biking enthusiasts, its rugged beauty. James U
Ellijay is known as Georgia’s H. (Sloppy) Floyd State
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Mountain Bike Capital, with Park in Summerville offers T A
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more than 50 trails to explore. peaceful fishing lakes and
The Blankets Creek Trail System easy access to the 60-mile NS
in Woodstock and Clinton Nature Pinhoti Trail. Red Top Mountain
Preserve in Villa Rica also State Park on Lake Allatoona is
provide exciting rides through perfect for swimming, boating,
rugged terrain. and fishing.
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