AKERS MILL - Best Places To Hike In Atlanta - Part 5 - Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area

Akers Mill provides various types of terrain to hike and it is one of the best places to hike in Atlanta. If you can't head out to the North Georgia mountains, this trail provides both an aggressive hike along the rocky riverside of the Chattahoochee River as well as a peaceful stroll along shoals to watch Kayakers and Tubers make their way south.
This trail system is dog friend and parking is $5 unless you have a CRNRA or America The Beautiful Annual Pass.
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[@MMA_CAT]

I'm glad I found this channel. I'm hiking Arabia Mountain tomorrow.

[@MetroOnTheMove]

Awesome! You will have a great time out there exploring Arabia Mountain. Hope you enjoy this channel and discover some new places to hike. Thank you for your support! Cheers

[@midwestsmalltown]

Oh you lucky hiker!! Switchbacks! Makes life easier on our legs on the way back up!!! Nice footage. Love it. Keep it up!

[@MetroOnTheMove]

Thank you my friend for the kind words and support! Definitely a fun place to go during the summer to hang out and watch the tubers and Kayaks float by. Good times! Cheers

[@midwestsmalltown]

@@MetroOnTheMove I've enjoyed seeing so much of the Chatehootchie (spelling). Before..I only knew about it from an Alan Jackson song!! Love all that stuff! Brings a little rural to life in Georgia! 😉

[@NickandRachel]

Just a friendly reminder don't die here 🤣 wasn't really planning on it but thanks lol crazy all that is right in Atlanta. Thanks for sharing

[@MetroOnTheMove]

I guess they wanted to make their point right? In this area, there is a rock/cliff people jump from. When they release the dam, the current gets crazy and people die here every year. Guess this place might be haunted too! Either way, this area is definitely worth checking out if you live in the Atlanta area for sure. Hope you two are doing well my friend! Cheers

[@NickandRachel]

@@MetroOnTheMove I was kayaking down the ocmulgee river one time and that happened they released the dam at Jackson Lake it was intense lol

[@MetroOnTheMove]

@@NickandRachel I bet it made the Kayaking trip fun though! This is one of the few areas within the CRNRA that has good rapids. Can only imagine what it would be like when the dam is released.

[@C-TOS]

Chilling, specially now with Fall temperatures, I wonder if campfires are allowed. Thanks for sharing!

[@MetroOnTheMove]

No campfires and camping, but hammocks and good times a definite yes. One of my favorite in town hikes for sure. Appreciate your support my friend! Cheers

[@MagellanandGreyhound]

Haha man, you definitely look like you were not on an established trail for portions. Looks awesome though

[@MetroOnTheMove]

That was the most intense hike in Atlanta for sure. I definitely recommend taking a left versus right at the fork. Appreciate the support! Cheers

[@GratefulTrekker]

Man I forgot abt that spot been there never filmed it

[@MetroOnTheMove]

That was a crazy hike! Didn’t expect that terrain to the right of the trail. Cool to see how all the parks connect!

[@AliseIam]

I need a map 🤣

[@KaiExploresLife]

I have just started hiking here in Georgia. So I’m happy to have found your channel. About to binge watch 😂

[@MetroOnTheMove]

Awesome! Glad you are here and enjoying the channel as there is so many trails to find and explore. Thank you for watching!

[@TahirDuzyol]

Very informative video. I didn't know there is such beautiful place at the Cumberland area of Atlanta. I will definitely hike there some day. Thanks for the video, my friend!

[@MetroOnTheMove]

Thank you for watching and your support! Glad to hear that you found a new place to explore in Atlanta and hopefully you will enjoy this area. If you have not already, make sure to check out the Indian Trail East Palisades across the river as well. Cheers and stay tuned for more places to hike in Atlanta and beyond. Cheers!

[@ASTHECROWFLIESHIKING]

Cool trail! I will have to check this one out. Nice wide pathway. Crow✌️

[@MetroOnTheMove]

This is another great spot within the Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area! To the right of this trail is the famous jumping rock where tins of people jump into the hooch. A must see! Senior Hiker 77 gave The Old Crow Hiking Show a shout out in the last video from FDR. Check it out!! Thanks for watching and your support my friend!

[@dougminton2892]

Hit most of this hike w/ my 4-year old this week and had a great time. Made it through most of the trails in the Northern section of West Palisades and will definitely go back to do the rest. Really enjoy these videos to scope out some of the CRNRA trails so I know what we're getting into before bringing the little guy to the woods.

[@MetroOnTheMove]

Awesome! Glad to hear that you have had a chance to check this area out. Have you been to the East Palisades? That is definitely one of my favorite spots for sure. Almost every trailhead is on my channel so hope that is helpful. Thanks for watching and the support!

[@MarcusandJillsHappyTrails]

Great video! We were wondering if you've seen that two travel bloggers got fined over $1K for filming in a video in a national park. The NPS said that, since their channel was monetized, it was considered commercial filming and that they needed a permit which they didn't get. We're not monetized yet but it's making us reconsider filming in the Smoky Mountains National Park where we live. Any thoughts?

[@OurNationalAdventure]

Yes, Kara and Nate ♡ so sad. NP are Incredible to explore- we did it for a year and half full time in our RV around the usa.

[@MetroOnTheMove]

Thank you for bringing this to my attention. I just joined the YPP program and I’m actually going to stop the ads because I only want to share my experiences. Not worth it to get in trouble for such a little bit of money. That was never my intention to go commercial when this is my hobby. Thanks for watching and your support!

[@OurNationalAdventure]

We just started exploring this area! Saw the ruins and bamboo but wow what a neat sandy beach. Not sure we would make it out there with the littles, it looked intense. The river is also so calm on that side. Out on the 👣 trails- so much to see. Really enjoyed this one. ♡ were you at indian trails yesterday?

[@MetroOnTheMove]

If you go to the left at the split, it’s a pretty easy hike along the water. To the right is super intense if you keep hiking. Hope you get a chance to explore soon! Cheers

[@OurNationalAdventure]

@@MetroOnTheMove thats whT I heard you saying- stay to the left ♡ we may attempt it .

[@MetroOnTheMove]

@@OurNationalAdventure it’s a beautiful area! Make sure to bring a hammock!!

[@normareynolds3260]

About how long would you estimate the hike is, if you only go to the left (and skip the beastly rocks to the right 😅😆)?

[@MetroOnTheMove]

Maybe 1.5 to 2 miles round trip. Thanks for watching and the support!

[@SeanandSamsAdventures]

very cool! I love that this is so close to atlanta!

[@MetroOnTheMove]

Yep! Very easy to access and is a nice hike without having to drive to the mountains. Good times! Thank you for the support!!

[@naturein4kbypaulking420]

Another great video. 😉👍

[@MetroOnTheMove]

Awesome! Glad you enjoyed this in-town hike. Definitely recommend checking it out! Thanks for watching and the support! Cheers

[@leberthill2]

I accidentally took the same "right turn" there about a month ago. Definitely would rate it as aggressive. LOL. You made it further than I did. I spent the night on Yonah Mountain last night because of your previous video. Thank you for all your great suggestions.

[@MetroOnTheMove]

Awesome! Thank you for the feedback on the videos as I try to share the best places so others can experience them for themselves. How was Yonah? Was it packed with campers? That right turn was intense, especially since the heat was still intense in Georgia during this time. Thank you for the support my friend! Cheers

[@leberthill2]

@@MetroOnTheMove I was nervous hiking up, based on your experience, that the place would be filled up before i could find a spot. Thankfully there were only 3 small groups - all very friendly and quiet - with a couple of sweet and well-behaved dogs. It was a little overcast at sundown but the sunrise was spectacular and worth the whole trip. One of my best hiking experiences this year. Thanks again, bother!

[@MetroOnTheMove]

@@leberthill2 this is great news! Glad you had an awesome time up there. Hope to provide more insight on future places to explore. Just got done with a series of hikes in Asheville. Good times! Cheers

[@AliseIam]

I live within walking distance of this trail and I have been soooo curious

[@MetroOnTheMove]

This is an awesome place to explore. During the summer, it does get a little packed down by the river as there are tubers, kayakers and such hanging out and partying on the riverbank. Good times!

[@AliseIam]

@@MetroOnTheMove I was mostly concerned about safety… I kinda spooked myself out of it every weekend

[@QT731]

New subscriber! I did this hike last week and throughly enjoy myself. We even made it to the bamboo area💎

[@MetroOnTheMove]

Awesome! Glad to hear that you have had a chance to explore this area as well. Definitely appreciate the sub and the support! Hope you find some new places to explore. Lots more to come in 2021!