moderate hikes

  • 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…

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