Believe it or not, there are tons of hiking trails near the capital city of Atlanta, Georgia that will make you feel like you’re a million miles away from it all. For instance, the Cascade Springs Nature Preserve hike is one of the greatest hidden gem trails in the state. But for those of you who are looking for a bit more of a mountain hike, this trail in Georgia is an adventure like no other.
Locate just 40 miles north of Atlanta, Georgia, you’ll find the Sawnee Mountain Preserve offers visitors nearly 1,000-acres of scenic space.
Sawnee Mountain links to the summit of the Blue Ridge Mountain Range, which means the hiking trails are beyond impressive.
If you’re looking for the best hike you can take in the area, then look no further than the Indian Seats Trail, offering up sweeping views of the North Georgia Mountains.
At about 4 miles round trip, the Indian Seats Trail provides one of the best views that North Georgia offers once you reach the pinnacle of the trail.
It’s not only the sunsets that are stellar from this trail, but also the scenery and pockets of nature along the way.
You’ll enjoy the trail even more once you gain some knowledge about the history of the area, which span back to the 1800s, when the local Native American tribes lived nearby.
You’ll even be able to witness the now-closed gold mines, which were once the chance at striking it rich for many, centuries ago.
History, views, and a great way to enjoy a bit of the fresh North Georgia mountain air, make sure to check out the Indian Seats Trail at Sawnee Mountain Preserve.
If you're ready to plan a trip to Indian Seats, the address to pop into the GPS is 4075 Spot Rd, Cumming, GA 30040-4137. The preserve is open Monday through Saturday from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. To learn more about the hiking trail through Sawnee, visit the website.
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