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.
South Cumberland State Park
Taking a hike on Fiery Gizzard Trail in South Cumberland State Park – Monteagle, Tennessee On April 3 2023, we headed north to Tennessee. Just an hour or so west of Chattanooga is South Cumberland State Park. This park is very spread out across three different counties – but we started in Monteagle, where the…
Hardman Farm State Historic Site
Take a journey back in time at Hardman Farm State Historic Site On an unusually warm winter day in north Georgia, we visited the state’s newest historic site: Hardman Farm. The property itself consists of 173 acres and is nestled in a valley along the historic Unicoi Turnpike, just south of Helen, Georgia. Helen is…
Red Top Mountain State Park
A Rewarding Hike at Red Top Mountain State Park: Diverse Landscapes and Scenic Lake Views Looking for a scenic hike close to Atlanta? Look no further than Red Top Mountain State Park in Bartow County, Georgia. While it has an Acworth address, the park itself is nestled closer to the Emerson and Cartersville areas. Sitting…
