Outdoor adventures for those who REALLY want to experience the fall colors...

Ten suggestions, all breathtaking in their own way

Exploring Atlanta by ATLsherpa is a podcast & newsletter for people who are interested in Atlanta and want to experience the city more fully. My mission is to help you connect with Atlanta’s past, present, and future. You will find a treasure trove of educational content, maps, videos and more at ExploreATLmaps.com. In addition to the Substack app, this podcast is available on Spotify and Apple Podcast.

Stay curious and keep exploring!

"Of all the seasons, autumn offers the most to man and requires the least of him." — Hal Borland

Amicalola Falls State Park, near Dahlonega, GA — 10.25.22. Photo by ATLsherpa

1. Explore the Carter Center Grounds

2. Explore Olmsted Linear Park (especially Deepdene Park!)

3. Explore Stone Mountain Park (the Cherokee Trail rocks!)

4. Explore Amicalola Falls State Park (take the East Ridge Loop Trail up)

5. Spend at least one night at the Len Foote Hike Inn (take the Hike Inn Trail)

6. Hike to Preacher’s Rock along the Appalachian Trail at Woody Gap (moderate hike)

7. Climb Blood Mountain (gorgeous trail and views; strenuous hike)

8. Climb Mt. Yonah (spectacular views; even more strenuous hike)

9. Explore Talulah Gorge State Park (hiking trails)

10. Take a ride on the Blue Ridge Scenic Railway (spend night in Blue Ridge if possible)

City View from Carter Center. Photo by ATLsherpa (click on image)

Sculpture at Carter Center. Photo by ATLsherpa (click on image)

Moose at the Carter Center. Photo by ATLsherpa (click on image)

Stay curious and keep exploring!

Steve Saenz, your ATLsherpa