Take This Gorgeous Fall Foliage Road Trip To See Georgia Like Never Before

If ever there was a time to experience a road trip through Georgia, it would be during the fall. Georgia fall foliage drives reveal some truly spectacular views, which are only magnified when the leaves begin to change color and the air cools down to a delightful temperature. If you’re looking for a chance to see the best fall foliage in Georgia, then this road trip may just be perfect for you.

The entire road trip takes about nine hours in total, so if you think you can power through, you’re welcome to give it a whirl. However, peak fall foliage is best experienced when you can stop and enjoy, so you may want to make this a weekend trip after all. Hitch up the ol’ RV, map out a motel, or rent the cabin of your dreams – no matter what you choose, this road trip to see the fall colors in Georgia will be one heck of an adventure. You can find the entire trip, plus all the stops on this interactive map.

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Cloudland Canyon State Park, 122 Cloudland Canyon Park Rd, Rising Fawn, GA 30738, USA

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In Rising Fawn, Georgia, Cloudland Canyon boasts some of the most magical views around. You can see for miles, depending on where you stand, which means more fall colors than you ever could have imagined.
Address: 122 Cloudland Canyon Park Road, Rising Fawn, GA, 30738

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Amicalola Falls State Park, 418 Amicalola Falls State Park Rd, Dawsonville, GA 30534, USA

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Located in Dawsonville, Georgia, Amicalola Falls State Park is one of the more popular spots in Georgia to check out the autumn awesomeness. The very easy-to-hike trail to the overlook is worth the trek, in order to catch the sun glistening off those beautiful reds and oranges.
Address: 418 Amicalola Falls State Park Road, Dawsonville, GA, 30534

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Blue Ridge Parkway, Blue Ridge Pkwy, Cherokee, NC, USA

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Blue Ridge Parkway, which stretches quite a ways into North Carolina, offers some really spectacular views along the way. You will be able to be immersed in nature, surrounded by beauty on all sides.

Vogel State Park, 405 Vogel State Park Rd, Blairsville, GA 30512, USA

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Deep in the heart of Blairsville, Georgia you will find Vogel State Park. Not many people visit this park, but those who do can appreciate the mountain color, not to mention some of north Georgia's most mesmerizing scenery.
Address: 405 Vogel State Park Road, Blairsville, GA, 30512

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Black Rock Mountain State Park, 3085 Black Rock Mountain Pkwy, Mountain City, GA 30562, USA

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The roadside overlooks in Black Mountain State Park are nothing short of fantastic. You will be able to catch sweeping views of the Blue Ridge Mountains, peppered with hues of autumn color. Close your eyes here, and take in the rich, fresh air that Georgia has to offer.
Address: 3085 Black Rock Mountain Parkway, Mountain City, GA, 30562

Tallulah Gorge State Park, 338 Jane Hurt Yarn Rd, Tallulah Falls, GA 30573, USA

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Good ol' Tallulah Gorge State Park. There aren't enough wonderful things to say about this place. Maybe you've alread visited, and fell in love with the falls. But if you haven't gone to this state park during the autumn months, then you truly are missing out.
Address: 338 Jane Hurt Yarn Road, Tallulah Falls, GA, 30573

Smithgall Woods State Park, 61 Tsalaki Trail, Helen, GA 30545, USA

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Helen, Georgia, always has incredible fall foliage views, especially if you visit Smithgall Woods. With over 6,000 acres, including those that protect Duke's Creek, there will never be a shortage of ample fall hiking to fall head over heels for.
Address: 61 Tsalaki Trail, Helen, GA, 30545

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Red Top Mountain State Park, Lodge Road Southeast, Acworth, GA, USA

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Just a breezy 40 minutes north of Atlanta, you'll find the beauty that is Red Top Mountain State Park. With amazing views of the lake and park, there will always be something naturally stunning that catches your eye.
Address: 50 Lodge Road SE, Cartersville, GA, 30121

James H. "Sloppy" Floyd State Park, 2800 Sloppy Floyd Lake Rd, Summerville, GA 30747, USA

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Ahh, finally the road trip concludes at "Sloppy" Floyd State Park. This park, located near Rome, Georgia, is a great place to take the whole family and enjoy a crisp autumn day, filled with color and foliage. Make sure you keep an eye out for any waterfalls along the trails, too!
Address: 2800 Sloppy Floyd Lake Road, Summerville, GA, 30747

Check out this YouTube video by Columbus Ledger-Enquirer highlighting some of the best places to see fall foliage in Georgia:

Do you have a favorite spot in our state to see the best fall foliage in Georgia? Share with us what we have missed! Otherwise, if road trippin’ through Georgia is exciting, then you have to check out this End Of Summer Georgia Road Trip. And before you hit the highway, don’t forget to read our previous article with all the must-have items for your next road trip.