Take a Walk Through Nature

Whether you want to walk, hike, or just spend time in nature, Athens nature trails have you covered.

Sandy Creek Nature Center

Walking trails thread through the rise and fall of this 225-acre nature preserve. You can connect them and get a hike stretching from creeks and lakes to the highest point of the sanctuary.

The Heritage Trail, Dudley Park

Connects Sandy Creek via the North Oconee River Greenway. On its own, it is a shorter, scenic delight close to the UGA campus. Paved, gently rolling and a perfect bike trail.

The State Botanical Gardens

Beyond the lovely gardens are seven color-coded pedestrian trails winding through 313 acres. The scenery is gorgeous and signs identify the flowers and habitat along the way.