Outside Magazine devised an interactive Best Towns 2015 Road Trip Map that connects all 64 towns from their recent Best Towns contest. In Georgia the route takes you through the
heart of the state and back along the coast.
Athens and Savannah are highlighted on the map. Both towns were included in this year’s
contest. Since I live in Athens I
totally agree that it’s one of the best towns in the country. However, I don’t think of either cities when
I think of outdoor activities. If you
want to experience both nature and a great town check out:
Blue Ridge (Fannin County) – This is an outdoor lover’s dream come
true. Hiking, rafting, horseback riding,
and taking the Blue Ridge Scenic Railway are just some of the ways to enjoy the
surrounding scenery. Art galleries,
specialty shops, and new restaurants help make Blue Ridge a town you must
visit.
Waycross (Ware County) - Located at the northern tip of the
Okefenokee Swamp, Waycross offers outdoor activities, historical sites, and
festivals to appeal to all. Of course,
the Okefenokee Swamp is a must see destination, but Waycross has numerous music
festivals including a festival to honor Gram Parsons, the Annual Gram Parsons Guitar Pull and Tribute Festival which occurs this year
September 25th -26th.
St Marys (Camden County) - St Marys
is called the “Gateway to Cumberland Island” but it’s much more than just a
place to catch the ferry to the island.
The town is home to numerous historical buildings, scenic trails and
waterfront parks, and several unique museums.
Check out the St Marys Submarine Museum and the Georgia Radio Museum
& Hall of Fame.
