Explore a land that has taken 400 million years to form. The Arabia Mountain National Heritage Area lies just east of Atlanta along I-20. Dominated by two granite outcrops, it offers natural wonders, compelling history and heart-pumping activity. A vibrant history, breathtaking beauty and intriguing cultural changes from early settlers to immigrant rock cutters, freed slaves and Trappist monks.

Trails
The Arabia Mountain NHA offers opportunities for hiking, biking, fishing and geocaching throughout our 40,000 acres. View and download available trail maps.
Plan
Whether you’re looking for exhilarating activity or peaceful contemplation, a historical exploration or a leisurely stroll you are sure to find a way to soothe your curious soul.
Protect
Closely tied to the mission of the Heritage Area is the protection of its greenspace, monadnocks, and historic buildings. Help us protect AMNHA by following these guidelines.
Field Notes
Enjoy the Outdoors!
The outdoors can provide a much-needed respite and breath of fresh air during this period of self-isolation during the COVID-19 outbreak. It can also provide an important way for kids to experience something new and enriching during a sudden bout of homeschooling. Most green spaces and trails...
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Monadnock Madness and the Coronavirus
Field Notes
Monadnock Madness and the Coronavirus

Due to the worsening outbreak of COVID-19 in the Atlanta area and nationwide, the Monadnock Madness Guided Triple Hikes...

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COVID-19 and the AMNHA
Field Notes
COVID-19 and the AMNHA

The outbreak of COVID-19 is spreading across the country, including here in Metro-Atlanta. Schools and some workplaces...

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The First Monadnock Madness Triple Hike of 2020
Field Notes
The First Monadnock Madness Triple Hike of 2020

The Triple Hike Challenge is a centerpiece of our annual month-long series of events, Monadnock Madness. This...

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Black History Everyday
Field Notes
Black History Everyday

Metro-Atlanta is filled with African-American historic sites, including in the National Heritage Area.  The African...

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Culture &<br/>Community
Culture &
Community

OUR STORIES

Themes bring the history and culture of AMNHA to life. Five cultural Focus Areas have been identified and introduce visitors to the area’s historical and cultural key locations. These gateways help tell the Heritage Area’s stories.
Natural<br/>Systems
Natural
Systems
Granite &<br/>Technology
Granite &
Technology
Spiritual<br/>Landscape
Spiritual
Landscape
Early<br/>Settlement
Early
Settlement

The mountain is just the beginning.

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