From ITP forest treks to bona fide mountain adventures, Atlanta and North Georgia are loaded with terrific hiking options this time of year.

Blazing summer temps are (hopefully) a thing of the past, which means it’s time to take advantage of the abundant outdoor destinations at Atlanta’s doorstep (or a short drive beyond).

From Civil War ruins to majestic mountaintops and a raucous, faux-Bavarian village, North Georgia has it all, and it never shines brighter than when the leaves start to turn. Beyond the cost of gas, most of these autumnal offerings can be done on the cheap, too.

So dust off the flannel, lace up the Timberlands, pour a pumpkin-flavored coffee, and set out to enjoy the pristine weather. Let this map help guide the way to eight of our favorite fall destinations within about two hours of downtown.