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Get Ready for Fall Colors in Georgia

Five state parks that should be on your 2013 leaf watch activities.

Here are five Georgia State Parks within a short drive that should peak your interest. All are included on the state's list of Top 15 Georgia State Parks for Fall Color.

1DON CARTER STATE PARK, Lake Lanier: Georgia’s newest state park (which is open, by the way, despite the federal government shutdown) is a great place to see the colors on walking and hiking trails and by boat.

2SWEETWATER CREEK STATE PARK, Lithia Springs: Located just west of Atlanta, Sweetwater Creek has nine miles of trails, ranging from casual strolls to energizing heart-pumpers.

3. RED TOP MOUNTAIN STATE PARK, Lake Allatoona: You can bike and hike, for sure, but the log cabin and blacksmith shed with the fall colors in the backdrop is a can't-miss.

4. AMICALOLA FALLS STATE PARK, Dawsonville: The region's tallest waterfall is only an hour north of Atlanta, making this a popular park year-round. A short, flat path leads to a boardwalk offers a spectacular view.

5. HARD LABOR CREEK STATE PARK, Rutledge: Head east to get away from the leaf-watching traffic jams in the north Georgia mountains. Just off I-20 in Rutledge (near Social Circle) is where kayak and canoe tours offer a different fall perspective.


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