Athens-Clarke County, Georgia, GA
Places to go in Athens-Clarke County
14 scouted venues — the coffee shops, restaurants, parks, and hidden corners we think are worth your time.
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Bear Hollow Wildlife Trail
Woodlands, wetlands & a historic cabin on 225 acres, plus visitors' center for interactive exhibits.
293 Gran Ellen Dr, Athens, GA 30606, USA
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Ben Burton Park
Small riverside park with wooded hiking trails suitable for dogs, plus a ramp for kayaks & canoes.
615 Mitchell Bridge Rd, Athens, GA 30606, USA
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Bishop Park
33-acre park housing ball fields, paved trails & tennis courts, plus picnic pavilions & playgrounds.
705 Sunset Dr, Athens, GA 30606, USA
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Dudley Park
This 24-acre tract of tranquil woods & fields features several picnic tables & a BBQ grill.
100 Dudley Park Rd, Athens, GA 30601, USA
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Fort Yargo State Park
Historic fort in a state park with campsites, yurts, trails & a beach on a 260-acre lake.
210 S Broad St, Winder, GA 30680, USA
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Hard Labor Creek State Park
Park & campground with hiking trails, an 18-hole golf course, plus a lake for swimming & boating.
5 Hard Labor Creek Rd, Rutledge, GA 30663, USA
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Historic Watson Mill Bridge State Park
Riverside campground featuring a 229-ft. wooden covered bridge, the longest in Georgia.
650 Watson Mill, Comer, GA 30629, USA
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Memorial Park
Popular green space with play equipment, nature trails & a dog park plus a pond & swimming pool.
293 Gran Ellen Dr, Athens, GA 30606, USA
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North Oconee River Greenway
A 3.5-mi. paved path for non-motorized use, connecting to parks, a nature center & 3 trails.
139 Ruth St, Athens, GA 30601, USA
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Sandy Creek Park
782-acre outdoor recreation area with nature trails, disc golf & boating activities at Lake Chapman.
400 Bob Holman Rd, Athens, GA 30607, USA
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Southeast Clarke Park
Spacious park with walking trails, a modern playground & a dog park, plus multisport facilities.
4440 Lexington Rd, Athens, GA 30605, USA
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The State Botanical Garden of Georgia
Free 313-acre horticultural conservatory with walking paths & education programs for kids & adults.
2450 S Milledge Ave, Athens, GA 30605, USA
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Walker Park
Outdoor park offering a bike trail, playgrounds & a fitness zone with weight & cardio equipment.
200 Trail Creek St, Athens, GA 30601, USA
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Wiggley Field
325 Whit Davis Rd, Athens, GA 30605, USA