These 7 Natural Wonders In Georgia Are Sure To Leave You Totally Stunned
If you live in Georgia, you don’t have to go very far in order to experience the wonderful beauty of nature. While throughout the world there are seven natural wonders, the same can be said for the state of Georgia. That’s right, there are seven natural wonders in Georgia, and if you haven’t seen all of them in person, then it’s time to plan a bucket list trip. Some of these natural spots are as enchanting as it gets.
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Amicalola Falls is located inside Amicalola Falls State Park. The view of this 729-foot waterfall is simply breathtaking. It is the tallest cascading waterfall in the southeast. Visitors can choose to view the falls from an accessible pathway to a challenging trail with staircases.
Click here to check out more about this Georgia natural attraction. Address: 418 Amicalola Falls State Park Rd, Dawsonville, GA 30534
The Okefenokee Swamp is located mostly in the southeast corner of Georgia and covers approximately 700 square miles. This swamp is a Georgia wonder for a reason–it is one of North America’s largest, most untouched, un-fragmented, freshwater, and black water wilderness swamp. It is no wonder that this swamp is a major destination for nature lovers. Visitors can paddle or boat on its many passageways, explore the murky waters, and see some new animals!
Click here to check out more about this Georgia natural attraction. Address: Southern GA, Northern FL
“Georgia’s Little Grand Canyon” is at its deepest point, 150-feet deep, which can be seen from the top of the canyon. This beautiful canyon was created by poor farming practices in the 1800s. The canyon’s soil is a mixture of pink, orange, red, and purple colors, and make for some of the most striking photography.
Click here to check out more about this Georgia natural attraction. Address: 8930 Canyon Rd, Lumpkin, GA 31815
Radium Springs is named after the naturally occurring radium found in its waters. Back in the 19th and early 20th centuries, people believed that there were healing properties in minerals that attracted investors to build a resort. The resort attracted many people from all over the country for a chance to soak in its waters.
Click here to check out more about this Georgia natural attraction. Address: 2501 Radium Springs Rd, Albany, GA 31705
Stone Mountain is a huge granite rock that serves as one of Georgia's most recognizable landmarks. Another cool fact is that Stone Mountain is the largest mass of exposed granite in the world. Visit during certain times of the year like fall or winter, and see the park turn into a seasonal wonderland.
Click here to check out more about this Georgia natural attraction. Address: 1000 Robert E Lee Blvd, Stone Mountain, GA 30083
"The deepest canyon east of the Mississippi", Tallulah Gorge is an awesome and spectacular sight to see! Hikers can walk across a suspension bridge that sways 80-feet above the gorge, and they can hike a challenging 10-mile trail.
Click here to check out more about this Georgia natural attraction. Address: 338 Jane Hurt Yarn Rd, Tallulah Falls, GA 30573
Warm Springs, Georgia was made famous throughout the years because of the freshwater naturally heated springs. President Franklin D. Roosevelt bathed in the warm springs which relived some of his polio symptoms. He fell so in love with the Georgia spring that he built a house here nicknamed the "little white house". It is believed that Roosevelt developed the New Deal policies in that little house. While the springs aren’t accessible for bathing any longer, visitors can still visit the house and learn all about the history.
Click here to check out more about this Georgia natural attraction. Address: 401 Little White House Rd, Warm Springs, GA 31830
So, what do you think of these seven natural wonders in Georgia? Have you visited any in person? While the photos are great, they can only do so much in terms of the actual experience of visiting. Share with us in the comments section which of these natural spots you visited! Or, if you have any other natural wonders in Georgia that you love that you think should make the list, make sure to let us know.
It’s not just the most beautiful places in Georgia to visit that make this state a great place to live, it’s also the community spirit, the friendly, Southern hospitality, the wide expanse of nature, plus the delicious Southern food. Need some more convincing? Take a look at these 10 reasons why Georgia is THE best state.
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Amanda Northern is a freelance writer, and creator/virtual assistant of The Proassists. Amanda is a Georgia native, GSU Panther, and blogger. More of her words can be found at amandanorthern.wordpress.com
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