This #winddownwednesday calm brought to you by the Big Rock Trail at Fort Mountain State Park. | Georgia State Parks & Historic Sites - Georgia DNR

Fort Mountain State Park is bee-YOU-tee-ful right now! Peak fall color has come a little early to much of north Georgia. Last week's colder weather and sunny days made a big difference. Even the drive to the park on Hwy. 52 is gorgeous. Once you get to Fort Mountain, you can choose from the Fire Tower Trail, easy Lake Loop, short Big Rock Trail, challenging Gahuti Trail and even pretty overlooks. Our Leaf Watch Travel Planner has tips on where to go, an event calendar, photos galleries and more.

Fort Mountain State Park is a beautiful spot located in the North Georgia mountains, near Chatsworth. It’s well known for: 👉Scenic Hiking Trails: Including the popular Gahuti Trail (8.2 miles) and shorter loops like the West Overlook Trail, which offers amazing views. There are also several overlooks that don’t require hiking! 🏹Historic Sites: The park features an ancient 855-foot-long rock wall on the mountaintop, believed to be built by Native Americans. 💦Lake and Swimming: There’s a small

Fort Mountain State Park’s cottage #1 lets you stay right in the middle of the mountain’s best scenery. Check out this screened porch view! 🍂🍃🍁 We can’t think of a better spot for morning coffee. Even better, this cottage is ADA accessible too. GaStateParks.org/FortMountain | Georgia State Parks & Historic Sites - Georgia DNR