Bike Trails Near Lake Oconee and Greensboro, GA
Looking for a place to ride near Lake Oconee? Here are 38 of the best bike trails within about 3 hours of Greensboro, GA. The closest ones come first, split into paved trails and mountain bike trails and listed by drive time from our store. Farther out, the Worth the drive section covers north Georgia, the Atlanta suburbs, Greenville and Columbia, SC, and Callaway Gardens and Columbus. Tap a trail name for the full guide, parking, and tips, or tap Go for directions from our store.
Jump to: Paved trails | Mountain bike trails | Worth the drive | Rent a bike
Start your ride at Okana Outdoors
We are at 1101 Parkside Main, Greensboro, GA 30642, in the Publix shopping center next to Amici. Most of these trails are a straight shot from here, so stop in on your way out.
- Grab a spare tube, a repair kit, or other ride essentials.
- Have us check your tires, brakes, and shifting before a long day on the trail.
- Need a bike for a paved ride? Rent one from us, with free pickup at the store or delivery.
- Want company? Join one of our group rides.
Hours: Monday to Friday 10am to 5pm, Saturday 11am to 5pm, closed Sunday. Heading out early on a weekend? Stop by the day before so you have what you need.
Questions about a trail? Call us at (706) 405-3393.
Paved and easy trails
Smooth paths that work on any bike, including cruisers, hybrids, and e-bikes. Most are flat or gently rolling, which makes them good for families and relaxed rides.
| Trail | Drive | Length | Level | Directions |
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Firefly Trail (Union Point) Union Point, GA |
30 min | 6.5 mi | Easy | Go |
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Firefly Trail and Greenway (Athens) Athens, GA |
1 hr | 4+ mi | Easy | Go |
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Arabia Mountain PATH Stonecrest / Lithonia, GA |
1 hr 5 min | 30+ mi | Easy to moderate | Go |
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Ocmulgee Heritage Trail Macon, GA |
1 hr 10 min | 12+ mi | Easy | Go |
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Stone Mountain Park Stone Mountain, GA |
1 hr 15 min | 5 mi loop | Easy to moderate | Go |
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Augusta Canal Trail (packed dirt) Martinez / Augusta, GA |
1 hr 20 min | 8 mi | Easy | Go |
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Atlanta BeltLine Eastside Trail Atlanta, GA |
1 hr 35 min | 3 mi | Easy | Go |
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Silver Comet Trail Smyrna, GA |
1 hr 45 min | 61.5 mi | Easy | Go |
Rent a bike for a paved ride
No bike, or friends in town? Our rental bikes are set up for paved paths like the ones in this section. See our rental bikes.
- Pick up and drop off at our store: free.
- Delivery within 5 miles of our store: free.
- More than 5 miles away: $2 per mile for drop-off and $2 per mile for pickup, in 10-mile increments.
- Hauling them yourself? Rent our carrier that holds 2 bikes. It fits a 2-inch hitch receiver.
Our rentals are for paved trails only, not mountain bike singletrack.
Mountain bike trails
Dirt singletrack through the woods, from easy beginner loops to rocky, rooty trails for experienced riders. You will want a mountain bike for these. Shopping for one? We carry Trek and can help you pick the right bike for the trails you want to ride.
| Trail | Drive | Length | Level | Directions |
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Hart Farm Trails Union Point, GA |
30 min | 8 mi | Intermediate | Go |
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Rock Hawk Trails Eatonton, GA |
30 min | 15 mi | Beginner to intermediate | Go |
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Heritage Park Watkinsville, GA |
40 min | About 9.7 mi | Intermediate to advanced | Go |
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Bartram Forest Milledgeville, GA |
45 min | 15 mi | Beginner to intermediate | Go |
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Hard Labor Creek State Park Rutledge, GA |
45 min | 16.5 mi | All levels | Go |
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Walter B. Williams Park Milledgeville, GA |
50 min | About 5 mi | Beginner to intermediate | Go |
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Georgia International Horse Park Conyers, GA |
1 hr | 8 mi | Intermediate | Go |
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Yellow River Park Stone Mountain, GA |
1 hr 10 min | 12 mi | Intermediate | Go |
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Dauset Trails Jackson, GA |
1 hr 15 min | 30 mi | All levels | Go |
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Harbins Park Dacula, GA |
1 hr 20 min | 13 mi | All levels | Go |
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Watson Mill Bridge State Park Comer, GA |
1 hr 20 min | 5 mi | Beginner to intermediate | Go |
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Fort Yargo State Park Winder, GA |
1 hr 25 min | 20 mi | Easy to intermediate | Go |
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Chicopee Woods Gainesville, GA |
1 hr 35 min | 21 mi | All levels | Go |
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FATS (Forks Area Trail System) Clarks Hill, SC |
1 hr 35 min | 34 mi | Beginner to intermediate | Go |
Worth the drive: up to 3 hours
Weekend trips and day trips for when you want something new: mountain riding in north Georgia, big trail systems north of Atlanta, Greenville and Columbia, SC, and Callaway Gardens and Columbus. Make a day of it, or plan them around a trip you are already taking.
Paved trails
| Trail | Drive | Length | Level | Directions |
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Big Creek Greenway Alpharetta, GA |
1 hr 45 min | About 8 mi | Easy | Go |
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Callaway Gardens Discovery Bike Trail Pine Mountain, GA |
2 hr 30 min | About 10 mi | Easy | Go |
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Man O' War Trail Pine Mountain, GA |
2 hr 30 min | 13.4 mi | Easy to moderate | Go |
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Swamp Rabbit Trail Greenville, SC |
2 hr 30 min | About 18 mi | Easy | Go |
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Chattahoochee RiverWalk Columbus, GA |
2 hr 45 min | 15.5 mi | Easy | Go |
Mountain bike trails
| Trail | Drive | Length | Level | Directions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Allatoona Creek Park Acworth, GA |
2 hr | 35+ mi | All levels | Go |
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Blankets Creek Canton, GA |
2 hr | 15+ mi | All levels | Go |
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Bull and Jake Mountain Dahlonega, GA |
2 hr | About 36 mi | Intermediate to advanced | Go |
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Olde Rope Mill Park Woodstock, GA |
2 hr | About 14 mi | Beginner to intermediate | Go |
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Unicoi State Park Helen, GA |
2 hr | About 7 mi | Intermediate to advanced | Go |
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Harbison State Forest Columbia, SC |
2 hr 30 min | About 18 mi | All levels | Go |
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Paris Mountain State Park Greenville, SC |
2 hr 30 min | About 15 mi | All levels | Go |
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Bear Creek and Pinhoti Trails Ellijay, GA |
2 hr 45 min | 20+ mi | Intermediate to advanced | Go |
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Flat Rock Park Columbus, GA |
2 hr 45 min | About 10 mi | All levels | Go |
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Standing Boy Trails Columbus, GA |
2 hr 45 min | About 30 mi | All levels | Go |
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Aska Trails Blue Ridge, GA |
3 hr | About 17 mi | Intermediate to advanced | Go |
Taking your bikes on a road trip? We rent a 2-bike hitch carrier that fits a 2-inch receiver.
Before you ride
- Dirt trails close after heavy rain. Riding them wet causes lasting damage, so call ahead or check the trail's page first.
- Georgia State Parks charge a ParkPass fee per vehicle. An annual pass pays for itself quickly if you ride Hard Labor Creek, Fort Yargo, or Watson Mill often.
- E-bikes are not allowed on non-motorized trails in the national forest, including Bull and Jake Mountain, the Pinhoti, and the Aska trails. Check each trail's page before you bring one.
- Bring more water than you think you need from May through September. Several trailheads have no water or restrooms.
- Carry a spare tube and a way to fix a flat. We can set you up at the shop if you need one.
- Wear bright colors on trails in Wildlife Management Areas during hunting season.
- Protect your eyes. Good sunglasses cut glare on open rail-trails and keep dust, bugs, and branches out of your eyes on singletrack.
Last updated September 2026. Know a trail we missed? Let us know when you stop by.
Trail information is believed to be accurate but is not guaranteed. Conditions, closures, fees, and parking can change without notice. Please check with the park or trail manager before heading out, and ride within your ability.