moderate hikes
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Courthouse Gap to Pinnacle Knob
The trail to Pinnacle Knob via Courthouse Gap, is a relatively short, moderate hike with a beautiful view.
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Raven Cliff Falls
The Raven Cliff Falls Trail is a moderate, five mile hike near Helen, Georgia. It is perfect for a quiet, shaded, weekday walk through the woods.
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Unicoi to Helen Trail
The Unicoi to Helen Trail is a local favorite – perfect for a day hike with the family.
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Waterfalls on the Bartram Trail
The Bartram Trail is a 112 mile National Recreational Trail which winds through the mountains of Northeast Georgia and Western North Carolina. It is named for William Bartram, a naturalist who traversed the southeastern American colonies in the late 18th century. This trail offers opportunities for thru-hikes, multi-day section hikes, and day hikes. The short…
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Dead Man Branch Trail
The Dead Man Branch Trail is a hidden gem. It offers nature immersion, a little history, and moderate exercise.
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Opossum Creek Falls Trail
The Opossum Creek Falls Trail in northwestern South Carolina is a beautiful, quiet hike featuring a sandy beach and a secluded waterfall.
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Panther Creek Falls
The Panther Creek Falls Trail is a popular swimming/camping/hiking spot in Northeast Georgia – for good reason.
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Benton MacKaye Springer Mountain Loop
I grew up hiking the mountain trails of Georgia, Tennessee, and North Carolina every summer. Occasionally those hikes would intersect with the Appalachian Trail. I remember feeling a bit in awe of the trail and of the thru-hikers who traversed this path from Georgia to Maine. It seemed somewhat mysterious to my young mind. Then…
