Hiking Near Atlanta

Best National Parks for Hiking Near Atlanta, GA

National parks near Atlanta, GA ranked by hiking quality, with drive times and distances.

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Weekend Getaway (2.5 to 5 hours)

Wisps of fog hang over the forests in the mountains.

Great Smoky Mountains

NC, TN

Busy

179 mi -- about 3.2 hr drive

View of the Congaree River during the Fall

Congaree

SC

Moderate CrowdsHidden Gem

272 mi -- about 4.9 hr drive

Extended Drive (5+ hours)

A long staircase travels down a slope into the dark cave opening.

Mammoth Cave

KY

Moderate CrowdsHidden Gem

335 mi -- about 6.1 hr drive