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Hiking Near Fairmount, Georgia

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Shorter Routes

These hikes keep it under 5 miles and climb less than 1,500 feet, making them ideal for quicker outings or lower-key days. Perfect for a morning stretch, a casual afternoon, or getting outside without committing to a big push. Don’t let the stats fool you — many still pack in great views and rewarding moments.

Boling Creek Park Trails

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Boling Creek Park Trails

Birding
moderate
3.46 mi
+474 ft
Pine Mountain Trail - West and East

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Pine Mountain Trail - West and East

Lake
strenuous
2.54 mi
+646 ft
Iron Hill Trail

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Iron Hill Trail

Birding
moderate
3.51 mi
+97 ft
Allatoona Pass Battlefield

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Allatoona Pass Battlefield

Fall Colors
moderate
1.36 mi
+267 ft
Fort Mountain Lake Trail

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Fort Mountain Lake Trail

Lake
easy
1.05 mi
+15 ft
Big Rock Trail

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Big Rock Trail

Waterfall
easy
0.52 mi
+181 ft
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Adventurous Routes

These routes go beyond 10 miles and are built for days when you want to cover more ground and push a little deeper. Expect longer distances, more effort, and bigger payoffs — whether that’s remote terrain, summit views, or a full-day challenge. Ideal for hikers looking to go farther and stay out longer.

Fort Mountain State Park 301 Loop

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Fort Mountain State Park 301 Loop

Views
extreme
13.62 mi
+2,756 ft
Grassy Mountain Loop via Emery Creek

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Grassy Mountain Loop via Emery Creek

Views
extreme
25.25 mi
+5,457 ft
Springer Mountain Loop via Len Foote Inn

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Springer Mountain Loop via Len Foote Inn

Views
extreme
16.23 mi
+3,718 ft
Pinhoti Run (Bear Creek, Pinhoti, Mountaintown Creek)

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Pinhoti Run (Bear Creek, Pinhoti, Mountaintown Creek)

Birding
strenuous
13.61 mi
+3,265 ft
Conasauga River Trail

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Conasauga River Trail

strenuous
23.93 mi
+5,091 ft

Other Nearby Routes

Not finding what you're looking for? These additional nearby hikes offer more ways to get outside and explore the area. With a mix of lengths, difficulty levels, and terrain, you're likely to find something that fits your plans for the day. And remember, you can always use the onX Route Builder to create your own adventure from scratch.

Pine Mt. and Cooper's Furnace Tour

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Pine Mt. and Cooper's Furnace Tour

Birding
moderate
8.58 mi
+2,030 ft
Homestead, Sweetgum + White Pine Loop

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Homestead, Sweetgum + White Pine Loop

Lake
moderate
6.26 mi
+752 ft
Vineyard Mountain Eagle Scout Trail System

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Vineyard Mountain Eagle Scout Trail System

Birding
strenuous
5.29 mi
+1,715 ft
Pinhoti 3

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Pinhoti 3

Birding
strenuous
7.54 mi
+2,249 ft
Emery Creek Falls

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Emery Creek Falls

Fall Colors
moderate
5.69 mi
+1,217 ft
Emery Creek Trail

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Emery Creek Trail

Views
strenuous
6.04 mi
+471 ft