There’s no shortage of great hikes in the Peach State, and we also have plenty of abandoned places in Georgia. Combine the two together and you end up with a beautiful trek through nature that also has an eerie vibe to it. There’s something powerful about being in an abandoned place that once served as something else. Even if you aren’t a particularly firm believer in the paranormal, it’s not hard to imagine that spirits could remain in these spots. You can almost feel the vibes from an area’s past life when you’re in an abandoned mental hospital or strolling through a ghost town. One of our favorite “abandoned hikes” in Georgia is the Pine Log Creek Trail in Rydal, GA, which passes right by an old quarry that’s no longer in use. Check it out:

This is one of the most epic hikes in North Georgia. It's a 4.2-mile loop trail that's considered moderately difficult, but the scenery is definitely worth the effort.
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It's worth noting that this is prime yellow jacket country, so watch where you step (and where you put your hands).
Ryan Moss/Alltrails
The hike takes you right to an old quarry, and man, are the views pretty!
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The trail is pretty shaded, so you'll find that it's not too hot, even in the warmer months.
David Villwock/Alltrails

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The water-filled quarry is the perfect spot for a picnic.
David Villwock/Alltrails
How gorgeous are the exposed outcroppings?
This area was once home to a thriving Cherokee town.
Avril James Maynard/Alltrails
The quarry was constructed by the Civilian Conservation Corps and was one of several mines that were in this area.
Michael Rakestraw/Alltrails
It may no longer be producing minerals, but this is certainly a wonderful spot for recreation.
David Villwock/Alltrails

For more information about the Pine Log Creek Trail, check out our friends at Alltrails. Make sure to do a free trial of Alltrails+, which has benefits like turn-by-turn directions and downloadable trail maps.

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Pine Log Creek Trailhead, 4031 GA-140, Rydal, GA 30171, USA