Road Trips from Dunwoody, GA
Deciding where to go this weekend from Dunwoody? You've got options ranging from short, easy drives to longer hauls. There are several destinations within an hour that offer a mix of highway and surface roads, with access to national recreation and historical parks. For a more substantial trip, you can reach the southern part of the state in about five hours via mostly highway routes, passing through areas with gently rolling terrain and additional park access.
Total Routes
7
Shortest
4.8h
With Parks Nearby
7
Weekend trip
7 total in this range
Cairo, GA
4h 54m246.8 mi one way
For a longer drive, Cairo is 246.8 miles and takes about 4.9 hours, mostly on the highway with a high drive score of 9. This trip offers the chance to visit Ocmulgee Mounds National Historical Park, a significant addition to the parks accessible on your route.
Jesup, GA
5h 6m249.1 mi one way
At 249.1 miles, Jesup is a considerable drive, taking around 5.1 hours on mostly highway. It boasts a high drive score of 9 and provides access to Ocmulgee Mounds National Historical Park, similar to other southern Georgia destinations.
Wilmington Island, GA
5h 14m273.7 mi one way
Hinesville, GA
5h 8m260.2 mi one way
This destination is 260.2 miles away and requires about 5.1 hours of driving, predominantly on highways. It scores an 8 for the drive and offers access to Ocmulgee Mounds National Historical Park and Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area.
Saint Simon Mills, GA
6h 7m326.3 mi one way
Browse by Mood
Cairo, GA
4h 54m246.8 mi one way
Jesup, GA
5h 6m249.1 mi one way
Wilmington Island, GA
5h 14m273.7 mi one way
Hinesville, GA
5h 8m260.2 mi one way
When to Go
Spring
Spring offers pleasant driving conditions for all routes, with nearby parks like the Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area providing vibrant natural scenery.
Summer
The warmer months are suitable for highway travel to southern Georgia destinations, with ample park access for outdoor activities.
Fall
Autumn provides comfortable temperatures for exploring surface roads and enjoying the parks, including historical sites like Ocmulgee Mounds.
Winter
Winter drives are generally clear on the mostly highway routes, and parks remain accessible, though conditions may vary for the longer trips.
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