You can head to the community splash ground or hit the neighborhood swimming pool, but nothing says summertime like having fun in the natural water spots offered by mother nature.
Below are some natural water spots and creeks that your loved ones can enjoy during summer in Georgia:
Tallulah Gorge
With a 2 mile long gorge that is 1,000-ft. deep, Tallulah Gorge is the deepest gorge east of the Mississippi, particularly when you consider the almost 2,700-acre Georgia state park right next to it. With plenty biking and hiking area, six waterfalls that result in the river to drop 500-ft. over a mile, and an 80-foot-high suspension bridge, it is spectacular. If you would like to hike the gorge floor, arrive early for a permit, and remember they are not available during water releases.
Cumberland Island
Visit the largest and southernmost barrier island in Georgia, and you will instantly feel like you are on your own private beach, where you can bird watch, take quiet walks, swim, fish, and more. All in the midst of beautiful roaming wild horses, lush vegetation, ancient twisted trees, and similarly ancient turtles. The most exciting part, particularly for anybody who is fed up with North Georgia traffic is Cumberland Island, which is a car-free area.
Lullwater Park
In spite of being right in the middle of the city, Lullwater Park is a total haven. You cannot hear the vehicles driving by over the tranquil sounds of leaves rustling in the trees; however, you can zone out and experience the old water mills. Lullwater has everything: stunning serenity, multiple trails, sun and shade, fishing ponds and calm running water, and open fields. It is nature’s remedy for relaxing after a day’s hard work.
Morningside Nature Preserve
This vacation spot is a secret even to most who reside in the surrounding area. It is a terrific spot for allowing dogs to frolic, trail running, hiking, walking, or just forgetting that an enormous metropolis is concealed behind the beautiful sandy beaches, creeks, trees, brush, suspension bridge, and trails. Truly, you will feel as though you got away without actually leaving the metropolis.
Montaluce Winery
Located away in Dahlonega is a Montaluce, a breathtaking winery (and upscale restaurant) that provides fresh and artisanal wines. It provides stunning views of both the sprawling vineyards responsible for all that sweet vino and the North Georgia Mountains. It also provides events like holiday festivities, nature hikes, deluxe wine tastings, tours, and more.
Arabia Mountain
It is America’s one of only 49 National Heritage Areas, i.e, areas acknowledged by United States Congress for their incomparable contribution to the history of the nation. Arabia Mountain’s large exposed granite faces disclose its history as a quarry: abandoned structures, cut granite slabs, and drilled cores scatter along the mountain’s numerous trails. At present, Arabia is an undisturbed world of young forests, wetlands, exposed granite punctuated by lakes, and grassy meadows. It is one of the most preferred hiking spots in metro North Georgia and makes for a terrific urban getaway.
What are you waiting for? Visit the natural water spots in North Georgia for a lifetime experience!
