This is a great way to spend an afternoon outdoors! I have gone on a hike using EP10 which takes…read moreyou to a beautiful city view! I have also just hung out in the river! The water is freezing for this Miami girl but it feels so good against this Georgia Heat! We will definitely be coming back frequently! A lot of people were tubing which I would love to try next time! Warning: Dogs without leashes everywhere! It wasn't an issue but I know that can make people nervous! Definitely rocky floor I would definitely recommend water shoes! Current can be pretty strong if you get into deep enough water! River floor is every uneven so it might be difficult for some individuals to trek.

This was such a beautiful hike! If you plan on hiking try arriving before 11:00am as the parking…read morelot fills up pretty quickly! Be sure to use the restroom prior to arrival as there are NO restrooms on site. If you want to see the bamboo forest there is a certain way that will take you there. The bamboo forest can be found on EP 26 (see map). If you plan on going on a hike have fun exploring and enjoying God's nature! This location is great for a day date, place to chat with friends or nice getaway for a solo trip!

We had a great hike this morning at Lullwater Park. Here's the best part: it's only 14 minutes…read morefrom our house. The gate off Clifton Road is blocked for cars, so we parked at Hahn Park off Houston Mill and walked in. It has the added advantage that you walk by the ruins of the actual mill and by the suspension pedestrian bridge over South Peachtree Creek. Lullwater itself is beautiful. Very friendly fellow hikers. We made one circuit around the lake and headed back to where we started. Technically you are supposed to have an Emory University if card to hike, but apparently no one has ever been stopped by Emory security. And be careful on the trail from Houston Mill to Lullwater: there's loads of poison ivy on both sides of the trail. Late at night while you're sleeping poison ivy comes a creeping all around. Take a snack and water. Lullwater has no facilities. But it is super well maintained by Emory.

What a great place to go for a walk, run, bike ride, fishing or just sitting and relaxing. Great…read morepond in the middle with all sorts of wildlife like turtles, cranes, deer and all sorts of other things. It's behind Emory and the President of tue university's home is in the park. Very. Pretty. Plenty of trials to explore - follow the creek all the way down Houston Mill and Hahn woods. In fact if you're driving Hahn woods is a good place to park as parking is not great anywhere around Lullwater. There is a deck that you can pay to park in at the Emory Clifton campus - that is the closest parking I believe.

The park is great for kids, parking is easy, and the bathrooms are super close--roughly a 5-minute…read morewalk to the dam. The water is brown, so everything looks different than you'd expect, but it's still enjoyable.

Beautiful 'back spot' if you're up for checking a local gem nestled right off the drive up there ~…read moreGot hiking, trails, a lake with a view.. picnic spot, maybe even a little biking (just be mindful of those leaving their prints behind, too). "Mind your mess!" Respect out Earth Mother and please leave her as you originally found her ~ Leave some kind words on the community board for the next group of kids & kids-at-heart to foster and always share the beauty of our world and nature ~ *check down by the creek to the left and the ruins of the old water mill!*

Why didn't I discover this sooner it's a popular place for dogs, clean water, very chill and quiet.read more

A really nice spot to spend some time outdoors. The trails offer a good mix of easier sections and…read moremore challenging areas, so there's something for different activity levels. I especially enjoyed the quieter parts of the park and the scenery along the way. That said, navigating the entrance and getting around the property can be a little confusing, especially when it's busy. Overall, it's a worthwhile place to visit if you're looking for a peaceful outdoor experience with a bit of variety.

Pro: If you're looking for a scenic hike near Atlanta, I highly recommend Sweetwater Creek State…read morePark. The park offers a perfect blend of nature, history, and adventure. The trails wind alongside beautiful rushing rapids, through shaded forests, and lead to the fascinating ruins of the historic New Manchester Mill, which dates back to the Civil War era. citeturn0search0turn0search2 The Red Trail is especially popular and provides stunning creek views with a relatively easy-to-moderate hike, while longer trails offer more of a challenge for experienced hikers. The sound of the water, rocky landscapes, and peaceful surroundings make it easy to forget you're only minutes from Atlanta. excellent destination for a day of hiking, picnicking, and making memories with friends. Con: Parking fees are $10 (gone are the $5 day) Also, the way you pay is...via link and it can be tricky & time consuming. You can go park anywhere in the park once you pay...you don't have to pay 2nd time.

We stayed in Atlanta for the weekend and we were craving a hiking trail on our last day. We spent…read moresome time trying to find the perfect spot that included water, medium hike, and close enough to the city to avoid adding another two hours to our trip back home to FL. This state park was a great find and only a 30 min drive from mid town. They had different trails for different levels of hiking. Our trail ran alongside the creek and we got to dip our legs in the water while others were swimming and tanning. If we weren't so tired we would have made a whole day of it!

"Hey God, are you there? It's ya boi, Richard." After a few shitty weeks of self-loathing, and an…read moreunderstanding of how misplaced I was in this godforsaken world, I decided it was time to leave my room for a couple of hours.[1] "I just want to talk." After a few years of getting bop'd in the face by life, I decided to swing back. The rampant-tender-caress-of-a-disconnect I couldn't figure out for years. "Why did you rip me from the void, and imprison me in this fleshy rotting corpse of a body." I've picked up smoking because life has gotten a bit stressful over the past couple of weeks, the plague has ravaged this country with no end in sight, the looming new year, possibly more isolation, and gloomy evenings on the horizon. I decided to blow off some steam by stomping around in the cold rainy day alone looking for rocks. "What did I do to you in my past life to piss you off so much. You just take and take, and I never see anything in return?" I take a deep breath and look up at the sky. "I'm not blind anymore, I'm tired of this bullshit, what do you want from me?" I didn't have a contingency plan for the harshest winter on record in my life. "You weight my heart every year and let me live. Am I a sucker for trying to walk a path of enlightenment despite these darkest days I've traveled through? You still let me live. And every year I ask, why?"[2] "These rocks are mine! I don't care what you think!" Hopefully, I can get some good brain chemicals from these new decorations for my cave. I've been trying to keep the vibe positive for this upcoming cold season, I know I will make it though because that's the only path I have. ---------- [1] "first time I saw a homeless man, he was holding up a sing that says 'homeless'. All I could think was that's a weird last name." [2] Why?PastorMeme.Mov

A small cutout of wilderness, which may have been left unsettled because it is hilly, irregular…read moreterrain. A parking lot led under some power lines to a nice-looking suspension bridge and a trail loop which ran by a stream. Nothing earth-shattering there, but a nice short workout in an urban area.

A beautiful nature escape, in the heart of ATL…read more Location and Parking Located on Cascade Road, parking is plentiful and free. If you do go on the weekends, make sure to arrive early as the parking can fill up fast. Venue and Atmosphere The great outdoors await; enjoy the mostly paved path along the creek to a peaceful waterfall. The trail continues slightly uphill and winds through the park with beautiful foliage and more creek views. Aside from the incline, the trail is relatively easy. The waterfall wasn't very full but that of course depends on the rain level, and the past month was a dry one. It was still lovely! Verdict I'll definitely visit again!

My body needed this work out since it's been forever since I did this. Overdue and well deserving…read morefor my body. Easy & convenient parking for hikers. While nervous, it was a no breeze hike following one of the ladies navigation. Starting out going (LEFT) on the trials, the hike round trip took 4mins (round trip) even after we took a wrong loop. Thank God only animals we seen were the 's NOT an , , nor . Thank God NEW Pro: There is now a restroom which is smarter than people so, be sure to bring your cell so, you can scan the code for entry. CON: As a aquaphile, was disappointed that there was no beautiful big waterfall.

Map was a smidge confusing and marking is lacking in some areas. We visited the visitor center…read morewhich had animals on display, educational materials, and fun souvenirs! The restrooms by the playground were clean and spacious! The playground was large and fun and offered minimal shade. We drove out and around to the water front to hike the loop trail which was such a joy. We saw so many lovely animals and ran into some lovely locals who shared stories of animal run ins while at the park. The barn you walk through could use some love it was a little spooky haha overall we would come back in a heart beat! It's a beautiful natural oasis!

My friends and I enjoyed a day kayaking on lake Alexander at Panola State Park. Ranger Veronica…read morewalked us through all the safety gear and how to paddle a kayak. Parking was $10 and paid easily via a QR code. We enjoyed another great adult program at Panola's

Lovely park with a waterfall and several easy hiking trails ! A couple tables with benches at the…read morebeginning, before the wooden bridge.

Always a scenic experience at this park. We love the water that runs through. The hill to go down…read moreis quite steep but manageable. The bridge is so nice. I do wish there was a restaurant or snack shop on-site.

This place is absolutely beautiful! I'm visiting in the winter time but can imagine how gorgeous…read moreit must be after heavy rain in the spring or even fall. The hike we did was only 2.4 miles total definitely on the beginner side with a few moderate areas but manageable. I wouldn't advise for small children but older children would definitely enjoy. There were many water areas. Parking is prepaid and card or cash only, no tap to pay. Will definitely be returning !

If you enjoy hiking or walking, check out this little piece of heaven in Chattahoochee Hills.I went…read moreon a Saturday around 10 am, and although the parking lot had many cars, the walk was very peaceful and not crowded.  I was able to walk past two waterfalls following the orange path. Parking is $5, and you can use credit or debit. There is covered seating and benches throughout the park. It is also dog friendly.