The 20 Best Historic Sites in Georgia to Visit
[Updated August 23, 2023] Established as the fourth state after ratifying the United States Constitution in 1788, Georgia has a rich and diverse state history.
Visiting the Dahlonega Gold Museum in Dahlonega GA
Located in the mountain town of Dahlonega, the Dahlonega Gold Museum State Historic Site chronicles the discovery of gold in Georgia and the pivotal role
The 15 Best Campgrounds in North Georgia
[Updated 5/25/2022] Taking day trips to explore the myriad North Georgia State Parks, hiking trails to waterfalls, and other outdoor attractions are fun and rewarding in
Hiking & Camping at Fort Mountain State Park Near Ellijay GA
Everyone has their favorite North Georgia State Parks, whether it’s the massive gorge and waterfalls of Cloudland Canyon or the far-ranging Blue Ridge Mountain vistas
The 10 Best State Parks With Cabins In Georgia
Whether you want to spend a day hiking through scenic forests, enjoying a sun-drenched day on the lake or river, or experiencing Fall in the North
Things to Do at James H Floyd State Park in Summerville GA
[Updated on 7/20/21] We honestly didn’t know much about James H Floyd State Park (a.k.a. “Sloppy” Floyd State Park) before our first visit to Summerville
The 15 Best North Georgia State Parks & Historic Sites
[Updated on 7/14/21] Growing up in a lower middle class family in metro Atlanta, the North Georgia mountains were our playground. My parents led the
Exploring the Dark History of the New Echota Historic Site in Calhoun GA
[Updated on 7/20/21] Though most Georgia residents have never heard of it, the New Echota Historic Site in Calhoun GA is one of the most
Inside the Utterly Unique Unicoi State Park Barrel Cabins in Helen GA
[Updated October 26, 2021] Georgia State Park cabins are arguably among the best deals you’ll find for cabin rentals in North Georgia. Most cost around
Things to Do in Moccasin Creek State Park on Lake Burton
[Updated on November 26, 2021] After becoming empty nesters in 2019, my lady and I decided that we wanted to start the process of looking
Cloudland Canyon State Park Cabins Review (Rising Fawn, GA)
[Updated on 7/20/21] I can remember my first visit to northwest Georgia’s Cloudland Canyon State Park like it was yesterday, despite the fact that it
Things to Do in Black Rock Mountain State Park Near Clayton GA
[Updated on 7/16/21] From Amicalola Falls and Red Top Mountain to Unicoi and Vogel, we’ve explored quite a few of the state parks in Georgia
How to Get to Hemlock Falls at Moccasin Creek State Park, Georgia
[Updated September 24, 2021] More than 20 years ago, I practiced my budding photography skills while exploring many of the hiking trails with waterfalls in Georgia.
Unicoi State Park & Lodge: Camping & Hiking Near Helen, GA
[Updated on 7/20/21] Growing up in Atlanta, the mountain town of Helen GA seemed like another world, with its festive Christmas in Helen celebration and
Vogel State Park: Camping, Hiking & History in Blairsville GA
[Updated on 7/20/21] Vogel State Park is nestled in the Blue Ridge Mountains, in the heart of the Chattahoochee National Forest. Located just 10 miles