Ah, spring is in the air. Can you feel it, Georgians? As the haze of the winter temperatures lifts, we can start to feel the beginnings of spring appear once and for all. If you really want to get outside and get ready for what spring has to offer in Georgia, then we have the perfect hiking trail for you. The Amicalola River Trail in Georgia, you’ll be able to hike through the forests in Dawsonville and end up at an epic waterfront area where you can cool off in the Amicalola River. Sound like heaven on earth? It just might be.

Hiking in Georgia sure showcases some of the best that nature has to offer, particularly the Amicalola River Trail.

AllTrails Julie Sliwinski

This beautiful trail easily becomes one of the greatest springtime trails around, highlighting some really stunning pockets of nature in Dawsonville.

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Clocking in at under 3 miles roundtrip, this hiking trail is more of a moderate hike, that climbs well into the mountains of the Dawson Wildlife Management area.

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During early spring you’ll find a plethora of nature just beginning to blossom, from the butterflies fluttering about to the wildflowers starting to open.

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Eventually as you follow the river, you’ll come across the sometimes turbulent waters of the “Edge of the World” rapids.

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On days where the rapids aren’t too strong, you can easily hop in where the water is shallow and cool off after a long hike.

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You’ll find an abundance of trees within the area, including white oak, pin oak, hickory, black cherry, and even a few dogwoods, too, plus waterfalls that pop up along the river.

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While the trail starts out steep in the beginning, it eventually evens out to become a nice, easy loop trail with a ton to see along the route.

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Have you ever hiked the Amicalola River Trail in Georgia before? Share with us your experience in the comments section! Or if you’re looking for more information about this hiking trail, then check out the AllTrails website.

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