So some friends and I are planning a backpacking trip in March down in FL. The thing is, while I have plenty of camping and outdoor time logged I've never "backpacked".

I'd like to try a short solo trip to test out my kit and get a feel for pack weight. I'm not too far from FDR state park, and was considering section hiking one of the trails about a mile in, making camp, then hiking the mile back out the next morning.

I've checked out some of the backcountry sites on the state parks' website, but I'm unsure of which site would best suit what I'm after.

Has anyone hiked/backpacked the area? Is there an easier trail leading to a good campsite within a mile of the trail head?

I’ve combed the sub pretty decently and done a fair bit of research, but I’m guessing this group may have some better ideas than I can come up with. Looking to do some hiking, backcountry trout fishing and sitting by a fire at night (either roasting a days catch, or not, depending on how the fishing goes).

Ive looked at Jacks in Cohutta, but it looks restrictive on campfires (also not sure what blowdowns look like post Helene). Heard that Chattahoochee WMA would be a good bet and thought about hiking in on one of the FS Roads.

Any good ideas or wisdom? Not looking to blow up anyone’s honey hole, but relatively new to Georgia. TIA!

Are you still able to camp at Slaughter Creek near Blood Mountain? And is does the creek usually have a good enough flow to resupply?

I'm planning a backpacking trip for a group of guys from my church for late April/early May and wanted to do Neels Gap to Woody Gap and stay around halfway overnight, so I remember camping at Slaughter Creek as a kid so wanted to check and does anyone have a waypoint on OnX Backcountry?

I hiked Providence canyon today and it was a blast. Was wondering if there were ever any meetups here for group hikes or other trails in Georgia? Going alone is just fine but would be a lot of fun with a group of hikers that know more than myself that I could learn from. Mods remove if not allowed.

Hey everyone, wanting to take a camping trip to cloudland in February. What is best walk in tent space? There will be 4 of us total, we want the best view (if any). What should I consider?

Thinking about making the drive over to this little gem in my backyard tomorrow? Are the trails currently open?

Hi I was just wondering if anyone has trail suggestions, I’m happy to drive a bit into Tennessee or North Carolina just a bit. I’m looking for a pretty hike, I like having small bits to climb/ rock scrambles. But I also am not looking for something insanely hard either. I’m moderately fit. I just really like to climb things and am itching to get outside amd look at a view or waterfall.

Looking for a trail in North Georgia that (preferably) goes to a summit with some good views, that is not toooo long, but long enough that I can drag it into a day's hike and cook some trail meals on. Thanks.

Also, I have done blood mountain more times than I can count, so not Blood Mountain! :)

Edit: Cooper's creel WMA, about an 7-11 mile loop or something like that in that area of the state is about what we are looking for if anyone has any experience with it.

Anybody have any good winter hike recommendations for Saturday where snow wouldn’t be a problem for tomorrow. “Experienced” Ga hiker looking to decompress from Atlanta life.

Trying to keep drive under an hour and half from Decatur

I’m looking to try solo camping in the next few months, and plan on taking my dog. Looking for a site that is/has:

• pet friendly
• great views
• walking distance to bathroom
• somewhat private (campsites not completely on top of each other)

Any favorite spots I should give a try? I’m trying to ease into the solo camping and would like to avoid any super primitive sites until I feel comfortable and confident in my ability to set up/break down on my own with the dog.

hey everyone. i'm a florida girl and i'm planning to hike blood mountain around may to see the sunrise. i've seen people recommend starting at bryon reece trailhead and im gonna do that. i'm thinking 4:30 AM or maybe at least 2 hrs before sunrise? the thing is, i've never hiked for a sunrise before esp at this location. what should i plan for? how do i make sure i don't get lost. will there be markers? what should i watch out for? thanks in advance. :))

Does anyone have recommendations for some good backcountry camping in North Georgia near water streams and such close to the site?

Edit: it’s in northern GA, forgot US-19 is huge lol

I may be wrong about the road but I want to call it the blood mountain road. Me and my friends used to drive our cars up that road (it's a fun and curvy road) and park at the top of the mountain where there's a parking lot and admire the view before going back down.

I'm wondering where that parking lot is (I forgot the location it's been a while) and I was also wondering the rules about overnight parking for that parking lot? I want to take my car up there and park overnight to go on a hike and camp on that trail within the coming weeks but I don't want to break any rules and/or get my car towed.

I can provide more details if it's needed to help narrow the location down

Does anyone have a camping reservation for 2/15 at Cumberland Island that they’re not planning to use? I’m hoping to make a trip and there isn’t any availability for that one day. I’d appreciate it so much!

I am looking for good loop routes for my 13 yr old son and I to do in North GA that includes at least part of the AT this February, 1-2 nights. Any recommendations?

Me and the wife want to take a camping trip over valentines weekend as our first date was feb 14. Literally impossible in Florida where we are from as now days you have to reserve campsites like a year in advanced. She fell in love with the mountains last year when we took a trip out west, so I was considering Black Rock state park. How rough will the weather probably be? Should we look more southern georgia, or would black rock be doable in February?

Hey yall, Im trying to plan a tent camping trip somewhere in Middle Georgia but don’t know much about the options. I’ve been looking at Indian Springs, High Falls, or Dames Ferry. None seem to have open pioneer camping at the moment. Anyone have any recs for different locations or which RV/Camping sites are best in the parks I mentioned?

I am looking for trails that offer backpack camping sites for me and my boyfriend nothing to extreme. Any suggestions?

We fly in and out of ATL, today until the 5th. We plan on exploring ATL and Savannah until the 2nd, but arent sure what to do after that. Either to some of the parks I listed below, SC, or a little of both.

-SW: Providence Canyon

-NW: Cloudland Canyon

-North: Amicalola Falls

-NE: Tallulah Gorge, Black Rock Mountain, and Anna Ruby Falls.

Not exactly sure what to expect for weather conditions, are there any parks we shouldnt even bother with at this time of year?

Also, if you have any favorites between the parks I listed or a different personal favorite I would love your input.

I want to go on a hike to cloudland canyon on January 1st to start the new year off. I was supposed to go with a friend, but she bailed on me. I still want to go, anyone think it’s a bad idea?

I have gone on hikes before, but closer to home (think: East and west palisades trails). It’s been a while since I’ve been on a trail, but it looks beautiful and I wanna give it a try!

I'm 21 and wanted to know if there are any camping or hiking groups that center around early 20s.

Anybody know any solid 10+ mile hikes that are preferably a loop? Could also be located in the surrounding states (minus great smokies, already have a list for there).