9 picturesque hikes less than an hour from Atlanta (excerpt)
By Kelly Sundstrom, for the Atlanta Journal-Constitution
From red moss and vernal pools, to rocky outcroppings and rare trees, Arabia Mountain makes the perfect hiking stop for people interested in unusual and unique flora. Formed from gneiss, the outcroppings found at Arabia Mountain will make you feel like you’re on another planet. To protect the beauty and ecosystem found within the area, make sure to stay on the cairn-led path when hiking.