Take This Road Trip To The 5 Most Eye-Popping Wildflower Hikes In Georgia
When warm weather starts to hit in Georgia, it ignites a feeling in us all. It’s just about impossible to not want to get outside and enjoy the great outdoors. Nature in Georgia becomes so magical during the spring months. That makes springtime the perfect time to tackle this wildflower road trip in Georgia. The entire trip takes just under six hours of driving time, though, of course, you’ll want to add a lot of time to tackle the hikes and spend the night somewhere. Along this road trip, you’ll visit five of the best hikes in Georgia for seeing wildflowers. Get ready for the ultimate Peach State natural adventure!
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The Shirley Miller Wildflower Trail is one of the best hikes in Georgia, especially in the springtime. Guests can trek less than half a mile total on this out and back hike, and even catch a waterfall! This trail is best used in March and April.
Shirley Miller Wildflower Trail, 299 Pocket Rd, Chickamauga, GA 30707, USA
The East Palisades Trail is a popular hiking trail in Georgia year-round With creek side views and an epic bamboo forest, this is a can't miss spot. What many people may not know is that this trail becomes wildflower heaven each spring!
East Palisades Unit--Indian Trail, 1425 Indian Trail NW, Sandy Springs, GA 30327, USA
The park hosts annual wildflower walks in order to celebrate the spring blooms. You can find the schedule for these walks on the state park's website. They're typically held in March and April.
Sweetwater Creek State Park, 1750 Mt Vernon Rd, Lithia Springs, GA 30122, USA
The park hosts annual wildflower walks in order to celebrate the spring blooms. You can find the schedule for these walks on the state park's website. They're typically held in March and April.
The Angel Falls Trail is a 2.3-mile out and back journey that's one of the best hikes in Georgia. If you visit in the spring, you'll be greeted by stunningly colorful beauty and an amazing waterfall. The trail itself has minimal elevation gain, but it's still considered moderately difficult.
Angel Falls Trailhead, 5315 Lake Rabun Rd, Lakemont, GA 30552, USA
Come see the wildflowers that pop up all over the area! The sight of them flourishing in the vibrantly green surrounding is an annual treat you won't want to miss. Find out more about this great hike from Alltrails.
The hike to Preachers Rock from Woody Gap Recreational Area clocks in at just under two miles out and back. It features a ton of stunning mountaintop wildflowers each year. In some areas, the hike can be quite steep at times, but the views are always rewarding!
Get ready for some beautiful varieties of flowers all along this trail. There's a great spectrum of all types and colors of flora in this area. Find out more at Alltrails.
Have you tackled any of these wildflower hikes in the Peach State yet? Or do you have other hikes you’d like to nominate for “best hikes in Georgia?” Share your thoughts and experiences in the comments section! We live in such a beautiful state and there’s no better way to get out and explore it than to take a hike.
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Address: Shirley Miller Wildflower Trail, 299 Pocket Rd, Chickamauga, GA 30707, USA
Address: East Palisades Trail, E Palisades Trail, Sandy Springs, GA 30339, USA
Address: Sweetwater Creek State Park, 1750 Mt Vernon Rd, Lithia Springs, GA 30122, USA
Address: Angel Falls Trailhead, 5315 Lake Rabun Rd, Lakemont, GA 30552, USA
Address: Preacher's Rock, Cleveland, GA 30528, USA
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March 01, 2022
Lisa Sammons
What are some more of the best hikes in Georgia?
Georgia is filled with some incredible hikes. One of the most amazing (at any time of year!) is the trek up to Brasstown Bald. It's a steep hike, but only a little over a mile in length. It's absolutely amazing during any season, but when surrounded by fall foliage, it truly can't be beat. It's the highest natural point in Georgia, and the views are some of the most magnificent in the Peach State.
What are some of the best cities to enjoy outside activities in Georgia?
Thanks to our (mostly) mild winters, there's ample opportunity to enjoy outdoor activities virtually all year long in Georgia! Fans of history will be enamored with Savannah, which has such a great atmosphere and plenty of museums and old homes to explore. A walk down River Street's cobbled paths will have you feeling like you stepped back in time a few hundred years! And, of course, Atlanta has that great big city atmosphere that means there's always some sort of festival or event going on. Looking for even more outside activities in Georgia? Check out this great bucket list!
A New Jersey native with over 15 years of writing experience, Marisa has studied at both New York University and Florida International University. She has lived all over the country, including a decade stint in South Florida. Marisa is well-versed in exploration as she travels a good majority of the year in her self-converted Sprinter van. Her articles have been featured in various notable publications over the years, she has a published collection of short stories, and three completed screenplays under her belt.
