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Discover 3 exciting outdoor adventures in Georgia

Stories by Columbus Ledger-Enquirer journalists, with AI summarization

Are you ready for an outdoor adventure in Georgia? The Peach State offers scenic hikes and thrilling water activities.

1. Brasstown Bald in the Blue Ridge Mountains stands as the most scenic hike in the state, offering panoramic views, according to the Explore Georgia website. Brasstown Bald is the highest point in Georgia at 4,784 feet.

2. Columbus has been named the Freestyle Kayaking Capital of the United States, with plans to host significant international events.

3. A project is slated to bring a permanent surfing wave to Columbus on the Chattahoochee, adding to its reputation as a center for water sports.

Read more in the stories below:

Eric Jackson, a world freestyle kayaking champion and founder of Jackson Kayak, demonstrates freestyle kaying after a July 30, 2025 press conference announcing Columbus, Georgia has been selected by the International Canoe Federation (ICF) to host both the 2028 ICF Canoe Freestyle World Cup and the 2029 ICF Canoe Freestyle World Championship events. 07/30/2025 By Mike Haskey

NO. 1: THIS GA CITY IS NOW THE FREESTYLE KAYAKING CAPITAL OF THE US. HERE’S WHAT THAT MEANS FOR YOU

Thanks to the thriving whitewater scene along the river, Columbus has been named Freestyle Kayaking Capital of the United States by the International Canoe Federation (ICF). | Published August 1, 2025 | Read Full Story by Sundi Rose

This is the type of surfboard people use for river surfing. 07/30/2025 By Mike Haskey

NO. 2: SURF’S UP, GA! PERMANENT SURFING WAVE COMING TO COLUMBUS ON THE CHATTAHOOCHEE. HERE ARE THE DETAILS

Uptown Columbus has announced its boldest riverfront project yet: | Published August 6, 2025 | Read Full Story by Sundi Rose

Georgia has many places to take a scenic hike. By Photo by Elif Sevim

NO. 3: HERE ARE THE 5 BEST GA HIKING TRAILS WITH ‘JAW-DROPPING VIEWS,’ RANKING SAYS

Georgia is home to a variety of landscapes and if you plan to enjoy even one this fall, there’s no better way than hiking. | Published August 27, 2025 | Read Full Story by Sundi Rose

The summary above was drafted with the help of AI tools and edited by journalists in our News division. All stories listed were reported, written and edited by McClatchy journalists.