For residents of Georgia, it’s no surprise that the stunning Blue Ridge Mountains were just listed as one of the most beautiful places in the world by U.S. News Travel. This comprehensive list of coveted world travel spots sure does have some spectacularly beautiful places to visit, like the Cliffs of Moher in Ireland to Angel’s Falls in Venezuela. And while there are plenty of U.S. states that did not make the list, we are happy to represent part of the magnificent Blue Ridge Mountains in Georgia.

The Blue Ridge Mountains run through various states from Pennsylvania all the way through Maryland, Virginia, Tennessee, North Carolina, and South Carolina before ending in Northern Georgia.
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This iconic mountain range is part of the Appalachian Mountains, which means you know that seeing this range in person is sure to be a spectacular sight.
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Extending 550 miles southwest from southern Pennsylvania, the Blue Ridge Mountains offer breathtaking views, an abundance of hiking trails, waterfalls, friendly people, and bustling mountain towns.
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Driving along the Blue Ridge Parkway, you’ll see a variety of scenes from lush, vibrant greens in the spring, to golden hues of amber and oranges during the fall.
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In fact, the Blue Ridge Mountains happen to be one of the most stunning spots to visit during autumn, and leaf peepers flock to Georgia every year to get a front row seat.
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If you have some time and wish to make a full road trip out of this mountain range (which many people do every year) then you’ll pass along some pretty extraordinary places, like the Linn Cover Viaduct for instance.
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Traveling down this mountain range during spring and summer might just yield some epic views of water too, from various streams and a few major rivers like the Roanoke, James, and Potomac.
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Once you spend some time exploring this iconic mountain range, stopping at the overlooks and taking in a sunset or two, you’ll understand why it has been named one of the most beautiful places in the entire world.
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Have you ever explored the Blue Ridge Mountains in Georgia? Share with us your favorite places to stop in the comments section! Or if you’re looking to make an adventure out of the trip, make sure to spend time exploring the tiny mountain town of Blue Ridge, Georgia.

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Which state parks should I visit in Georgia?

Some of the most beautiful places in Georgia are the state parks. Hands down, Georgia has one of the best collections of state parks around, no matter the season you visit. Of course, you can always enjoy the more popular, gorgeously exciting state parks like Amicalola Falls and Cloudland Canyon. But we also recommend exploring some of the more under-appreciated state parks in Georgia, too, like Black Rock Mountain or Watson Mill.

What are the best beaches in Georgia?

We’re lucky to have a state where you can be exploring the mountains in Georgia in the morning and enjoying the beaches in the late afternoon. Georgia has quite a few beautiful coastal beaches worth checking out, especially during the warmer months. A fan-favorite is always Tybee Island Beach, where you can hunt for seashells or chow down on fresh seafood. Another popular beach is on Jekyll Island, which is about as breathtaking as it gets. Cumberland Island is also a secluded beach where wild horses roam freely! These three beaches quite possibly make up the best-of-the-best in Georgia.

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