First Day Hikes in Georgia’s State Parks
Start off the New Year in a new way by joining in the fun of a First Day Hike at some of Georgia’s State parks.
On the first, you can start the New Year off right by taking a walk through North Georgia’s (ok, all of Georgia’s!) beautiful scenery, guided by the park rangers who know those areas best.
Here are just a few of the First Day Hikes you can take. The phone numbers for each are listed or you can check http://www.gastateparks.org/FirstDayHikes for availability and more information. For most of the parks, there is a $5 parking fee per vehicle.
Amicalola Falls near Dawsonville: Join in a brisk hike to the top of one of the prettiest waterfalls in North Georgia! Meet at the West Ridge Falls Access Trailhead for a 0.6 of a mile roundtrip. 706-265-1969
Smithgall Woods near Helen: Smithgall Woods is one of the least discovered jewels of Georgia’s State Parks. Start of the New Year by hiking with Smithgalls’ Manager and Interpretive Ranger to their beautiful cottage facility where hot cider will be waiting! 706-878-3087
Unicoi State Park and Lodge near Helen: Enjoy a guided hike on our 2.5 mile Lake Trail with a park naturalist. Hikers can also learn about our “Tons of Fun” Fitness Challenge in Georgia State Parks. Afterwards, participants can sign up for the challenge on site. 706-878-2201 ext. 305
Tallulah Gorge State Park in Tallulah Falls: Join a ranger on a moderate 3.5-mile hike along the rim and through the woods. Bring water and snacks. $5 fee per participant. 706-754-7981
That isn’t all, of course! There are more First Day Hikes in our state parks all over Georgia! Visit http://www.gastateparks.org/FirstDayHikes for more information.
