State Parks and Historic Sites

Visit State Parks and Historic Sites

State parks in the southern US offer a chance to hike through mountains, swim in cool lakes, and explore unique ecosystems, all under warm sunshine. From relaxing on sandy beaches to spelunking in ancient caves, there's an unforgettable adventure waiting in every direction.

  • Waterfalls at Fall Creek Falls State Park in Tennessee - Trails & Tap
    Tennessee State Parks

    Fall Creek Falls State Park

    Back in August, Jesse and I traveled north to Fall Creek Falls State Park located in Spencer, Tennessee. This state park is one of the largest and most popular in Tennessee. This park is in the Cumberland Plateau region and located southeast of Rock Island State Park and northeast of Savage Gulf State Park. First…

  • Amicalola Falls State Park - Trails & Tap
    Georgia State Parks

    Amicalola Falls State Park

    We traveled to one of the most iconic natural landmarks in Georgia: Amicalola Falls In mid-July, Jesse and I traveled to one of the most iconic natural landmarks in Georgia: Amicalola Falls. This waterfall is located in Amicalola Falls State Park. This waterfall is 729 feet high, is the tallest waterfall in the southeast, and…

  • Sweetwater Creek State Park in Georgia - Trails & Tap
    Georgia State Parks

    Sweetwater Creek State Park

    Sweetwater Creek is truly one of the most unique State Parks in Georgia In late June, Jesse and I drove to Lithia Springs to visit Sweetwater Creek State Park. Sweetwater Creek is truly one of the most unique State Parks in Georgia – I might be biased because I used to work there! However, you…

  • Tallulah Gorge State Park - Trails and Tap
    Georgia State Parks

    Tallulah Gorge State Park

    Hiking Tallulah Gorge State Park: Stunning Waterfalls and Amazing Scenery in the North Georgia Mountains On a warm Saturday in May, the entire Trails & Tap team hit the road to go hiking at Tallulah Gorge State Park. This Georgia State Park is located in the northwest area of the state, just over 11 miles…