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.
Allatoona Pass Battlefield
Take a hike through history on the Allatoona Pass Trail on the western shores of Lake Allatoona. Just an hour north of Atlanta and a stone’s throw from Red Top Mountain State Park, Allatoona Pass Trail offers a relaxed adventure perfect for families. The easy terrain and numerous historical markers make it ideal for a…
Allatoona Pass Memorial Field
The Allatoona Pass Battlefield Memorial Field pays tribute to all who fought here, both Union and Confederate.
Rock Island State Park
We packed up our camper and the dogs and traveled to Rock Island State Park, located in Rock Island, Tennessee. The following article is longer than we typically post, because we went on three different hikes over the period of four days.
Savage Gulf State Park
This is a massive state park with four entrances! Savage Gulf park is in two Tennessee counties and is 19,000 acres with 60 miles of trails. We hiked at the East Trailhead which is located in Palmer. Savage Gulf was originally a state scientific natural area that was managed by South Cumberland State Park.
