These Georgia state parks ranked among Top 50 everyone should visit in their lifetime

ATLANTA — It’s no secret that Georgia has some amazing state parks. Three of them have been named in the “50 U.S. state parks everyone should visit in their lifetime,” by Yelp.

“Our country’s natural diversity is extremely vast. Whether it’s the golden plains of the Midwest, rocky deserts of the rugged West, or lush forests and cliffs of either coast, you can use Yelp to search for that next adventure,” Yelp said.

Here is the list of Georgia state parks that made the list:

#17: Black Rock Mountain State Park, Mountain City, GA

“Georgia’s highest state park encompasses some of the most outstanding scenery in Georgia’s Blue Ridge Mountains. Roadside overlooks provide spectacular 80-mile vistas, and four hiking trails lead visitors past wildflowers, streams, small waterfalls and lush forests. Visitors enjoy the summit visitor center for its views, gift shop and picnic tables,” Georgia State Parks said about Black Rock Mountain.

#28: Vogel State Park, Blairsville, GA

“Nestled in the heart of the Chattahoochee National Forest, Vogel State Park, one of Georgia’s oldest parks and favorite destinations, shares a timeless connection with its Civilian Conservation Corps builders by offering hiking, swimming, fishing and enjoying family time in a diverse mountain landscape,” Georgia State Parks said. “Vogel State Park, established in 1931, is the second oldest state park in Georgia. Located at 2500 feet above sea level, Vogel sits at the base of Blood Mountain, the highest summit on the Appalachian Trail in Georgia, and is surrounded by Chattahoochee National Forest.”

#44: Amicalola Falls State Park, Dawsonville, GA

Northeast of Dawsonville, Georgia, on the cusp of the North Georgia Mountains, sits Amicalola Falls State Park & Lodge. A nature lover’s wonderland, it’s only 8 miles from the Appalachian Trail and within the Chattahoochee National Forest. The park is named after its most treasured feature, Amicalola Falls – a magnificent 729-foot waterfall that’s the third-highest cascading waterfall east of the Mississippi River,” the website for Amacalola Falls said.

To see the list of all 50 parks, CLICK HERE.

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