10 Unforgettable Road Trips To Take In Georgia Before You Die
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Marisa Roman
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Are you a lover of road trips? We are, too. There is nothing quite like hitting the open road with only hand-picked destinations and possibilities ahead of you. This past year, we’ve provided a ton of beautiful, inspiring, and even haunting road trips throughout our great state of Georgia. These Georgia road trips had two goals in mind when we created them: to show you the best parts of Georgia and give you a one-of-a-kind experience you’ll never forget. Take a look at these unforgettable road trips in Georgia and start planning your next adventure.
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Georgia is known for being home to some of the most breathtaking waterfalls in the country. Some people will travel all the way from out-of-state just to hike those gorgeous Georgia trails and witness the magical waterfalls. This road trip lets you see the best falls that Georgia has to offer in less than 200 miles. That means if you stop and play for a few hours at each waterfall, you’ll have a one-of-a-kind weekend adventure that you'll never forget.
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Covered bridges carry some serious historical importance in the state of Georgia. Some have lasted over 100 years! This road trip takes you through the state to see some of the best covered bridges around. Indulge in the historically mesmerizing architecture and make sure to bring your camera!
Mills in Georgia have played a huge part in our state’s history. Oftentimes when there was a mill present in a town, it became a huge hub for business and revenue. Mills also are a beautiful sight to see, especially when they're in action. This road trip takes you to those gems which still remain standing, offering up a glimpse back in time, not to mention a bit of beauty along the way.
There is something truly magical about a lighthouse—the history, the views from high in the air with a salty breeze dancing about, and of course the swoon-worthy photo opportunities. The Georgia coast has some seriously impressive lighthouses that deserve a road trip unto themselves. Especially because we can't guarantee how much longer some of them will be standing.
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Are you ready for the ultimate haunted road trip in Georgia? It takes some great gall to visit some of the scariest places in the state of Georgia. This road trip identifies some of the creepiest, historically spookiest, and most interesting places in the state to scare the wits out of you. A perfect Halloween adventure, or just a weekend away to get in a good fright. As far as Georgia road trips go, this one might just be the spookiest of all.
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Did you know that there’s a secret BBQ trail in Georgia that showcases some of the best and most delicious BBQ dishes in the state? The Georgia BBQ Trail is the perfect road trip for the ultimate barbecue lover. Bring your appetite for this intensely satisfying road trip.
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Ahh, small town Georgia how we love thee. So much so, that we dedicated an entire road trip to some of the as best small towns that really offer that charm and pizzazz most people crave. The whole trip takes around 9 hours of driving time, which, with all the small town stops along the way, makes for an excellent choice for a long weekend jaunt.
There’s nothing quite like a road trip that revolves around food, especially when it involves some of the greatest restaurants in Georgia. We invite you to take this epic 3-day restaurant road trip enjoying all the deliciousness that our state offers. We hope you're hungry!
Georgia has some pretty intense abandoned spots just littered throughout the state. We’re talking breathtaking places that have been reclaimed by nature, not to mentioned places riddled with important pieces of our state’s history. At 500 miles and just over 8 hours, take this abandoned places road trip for a unique experience you'll never forget.
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Georgia has quite a few miraculous natural wonders peppered throughout this glorious state. There are so many beautiful stops and destinations, we decided to turn them into an epic natural wonders road trip. Make it an awesome weekend away with some friends, or a chance to show your kids the reasons why you love Georgia so much. As far as things to do in Georgia go, it'll truly be an adventure of a lifetime.
Which one of these Georgia road trips are you most excited about? Let us know in the comments below! Or are you itching to hit the road already? Look at our Road Trip Essentials Packing List & Guide to stock up on everything you need before you even buckle your seatbelt.
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