Step Into the Great Outdoors in Dekalb CountyReconnect with nature in DeKalb! Hike lush trails, explore Stone Mountain Park, hike through the park, or rent a paddleboard for the lake. This outdoor escape brings adventure, crisp fresh air, and real local charm to life.Authorsgeorgiahikes
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Escape to Stone Mountain

Stone Mountain Park
Welcome to Stone Mountain Park. With over 15 miles of hiking trails, a few lakes, and one stunning view from the top, this is a must-stop on your adventures. We made it here during the time of the 57th annual Yellow Daisy Festival. This is one of the nation's top arts and craft shows featuring over 400 artists, fresh flowers, live music, and festival food.
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Walk Up Mountain Trail
Take the Walk-Up Mountain Trail instead of the tram. This one-mile climb comes with stunning views of the city. This is one of the more popular trails here, so you will see others along the way.
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Cherokee Trail
Cherokee Trail is another popular trail at Stone Mountain. This five-mile loop trial circles the base of the mountain. You'll pass two lakes, Venable Lake and Stone Mountain Lake, as well as Catfish Pond.
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Stone Mountain Lake
Rent a paddleboard and head out on Stone Mountain Lake. You can find rentals available at Adventure Outpost at the Waterfront.
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Indian Island
Indian Island is on Stone Mountain Lake and has a few trails you can hike. Drive across the bridge to the parking lot and hike King's Trail or the Connecting Trail.
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Stone Mountain Grist Mill
As you explore the park, make sure to check out the Stone Mountain Grist Mill. The Grist Mill was moved to the park in 1965 and is over a century old.
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SkyHike
Wanna have a little more fun in the park, take on the aerial ropes course, SkyHike. Find beautiful views and climb through the trees in Stone Mountain Park.
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Venable Lake
Venable Lake is the second lake in Stone Mountain Park. You can see this lake from the Cherokee or Connecting Trail. Enjoy fishing or Kayaking on this lake.
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Atlanta's Stone Mountain Park Sightseeing Tour
Don't know where to start in the park, take the Stone Mountain Park sightseeing tour. This tour is about five hours long and will take you across the 3,200-acre park, on trails, to the lakes, to see geological features, historical spaces, and more.
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Places to Eat

Front Porch Taco Bar
This place in Stone Mountain at the bottom of Stone Mountain Park is a total gem. If you love tacos, we highly recommend Front Porch Taqueria! The birria and oxtail tacos are especially popular here.
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L'thai Organic Cuisine & Wine Bar (Tucker)
L'thai is known for its organic and flavorful dishes. Enjoy a quick stop for lunch before continuing your adventures in the park. It's well worth the drive.
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Sweet Potato Cafe
This little farm and table restaurant is the perfect features many items on the menu with sweet potatoes. Enjoy lunch or dinner on the patio.
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Stoned Pizza Kitchen
Feeling like a nice warm, fresh pizza after a day at the park? Stoned Pizza Kitchen is the place to go. Enjoy a freshly made pizza, meatball parm sandwich, or pasta dish.
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El torero Mexican restaurant
El Torero is open for lunch with a small break before dinner service. Try their chicken tacos or fajitas with a margarita to drink.
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Where to Stay

Atlanta Evergreen Lakeside Resort
Located on Stone Mountain Lake and in Stone Mountain Park is the Atlanta Evergreen Lakeside Resort. The resort offers indoor and outdoor heated pools. On-site, there is also the Waterside Restaurant.
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Stone Mountain Park Campground
Bring your tent and sleeping bag, and enjoy camping in the park. They also have RV rentals, RV sites, Safari tent rentals, and Yurt rentals. They have free wifi, a general store, a swimming pool, a playground, horseshoe and sand volleyball courts, as well as restrooms, showers, washers, and dryers available for use.
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Stone Mountain Manor
Enjoy a stay at Stone Mountain Manor. They offer their guest communal spaces such as a sun terrace, garden, patio, and year-round swimming pool, as well as a hot tub.
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