One of the most beautiful times of the year to visit Georgia State Parks, Fall offers nature’s most colorful scenery all throughout the state. With plenty of parks to choose from, there’s something for everyone. There’s everything from scenic byways with gorgeous overlooks, to hiking areas of all levels, to ziplines over the treetops for the most adventurous thrill seekers.
To help you plan your next visit with nature, we’ve compiled a list of some of the best parks in Georgia for viewing the Fall colors.
Top 10 Georgia State Parks to Visit in the Fall
This alphabetical list will take you from northern Georgia to the south of Atlanta, visiting some of the best Georgia State Parks there are to offer. Plan your fall travel now!
Amicalola Falls State Park in Dawsonville
Just a short drive from Atlanta, visit the tallest cascading waterfall in the Southeast, located in Amicalola Falls State Park. Great for a fall day trip, there is a hiking area for virtually everyone. Choose either the short and easy route to the boardwalk, which offers breathtaking views, or the tougher hike starting at the base of the falls leading up a steep staircase.
Black Rock Mountain State Park in Clayton