6 Views in Georgia That Don’t Require A Hike

I have learned to love a good hike, but sometimes, I just want to appreciate a nice view and elevation gain without putting in the work. Is that so bad? If you’re a Georgia local or tourist and can relate, don’t worry; I have found some incredible views that won’t make you break a sweat or run out of breath.

Atlanta, Georgia Views That Don’t Require A Hike

1. Stone Mountain

Stone Mountain is one of the most popular attractions in Atlanta, and taking it on can be quite a hike. Thankfully, hiking is not your only option. If you decide to visit the park, you can buy a ticket to ride the Summit Skyride, which gets you from the ground to the top of the mountain both effortlessly and quickly.

Note: Summit Skyride Is Handicap Accessible

Parking: $20 | Summit Skyride: $20 Roundtrip

2. Jackson Street Bridge

Your next low-effort view is of the Atlanta skyline, and it is genuinely one of my favorites. When people visit me in Atlanta, I always like to show them this spot because it makes for great photos and costs you nothing. You find this view by standing on top of the Jackson Street Bridge. To get here, you will have to find parking nearby and take a short stroll over to the bridge. There is typically street parking right next to the bridge, but if there are a lot of visitors, you might have to park a little farther.

Note: Handicap Accessible But Might Have An Obstructed View Due To The Railing

3. Kennesaw Mountain

This view is not in Atlanta, but it is so close by that part of the view features the Atlanta skyline in the distance. Kennesaw Mountain sits on a national battlefield used in the Civil War, making it a great stop both for history buffs and people who love a good view. To get to the top without hiking, you can drive up the mountain road on weekdays. Sometimes the road can be unexpectedly closed, so it wouldn’t hurt to check in advance.

Note: Handicap Parking Available At Every Lot In The Park

North Georgia Views That Don’t Require A Hike

4. Bell Mountain

Located in Hiawassee, Georgia, Bell Mountain provides a beautiful view of mountains and water, but the mountain itself is something to look at as well. Somehow, it has become a tradition to spraypaint the rocks atop Bell Mountain, and while graffiti is not appreciated by everyone, I thought it really added to the experience. While I did not partake in the spray painting, I did enjoy all the colors that have overlapped and blended together over time. To access this view, you can drive right up to the top, but beware that you will really be putting your car’s brakes to work on the way back down.

Note: Views From Parking Lot Are Handicap Accessible

5. Amicalola Falls

In Dawsonville, Georgia, Amicalola Falls offers a great view from the top of the waterfall that you can easily access from the nearby parking lot. From the top, you see a landscape of neverending trees and mountains and hear the water rushing down the rocks. Unfortunately, you don’t get a great look at the waterfall itself without opting for a hike down to the bottom. You can get to the bottom either by taking the stairs near the top or by walking one of the many trails.

Note: Top Of The Falls Is Handicap Accessible From The Parking Lot. To Get To The Bottom, Take West Ridge Trail.

Parking: $5

6. Toccoa Falls

Have you ever heard of a college campus featuring an impressive 186-foot-tall waterfall? Toccoa Falls College has just that, and it happens to be the tallest free-falling waterfall east of the Mississippi River! With only a 100-foot walk on a graveled path from the parking lot to the falls, this view is easily accessible for anyone trying to avoid a long hike.

Note: Path To Falls Is Handicap Accessible

Entry: $2

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Next time you want to appreciate a good view but don’t have the energy to go on a hike, don’t beat yourself up. Sometimes, it can be all about the destination and not the journey.

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