Urban Oasis: Atlanta – Lullwater Preserve @ Emory University

Tucked away in the heart of Atlanta's Emory University campus is the urban oasis, Lullwater Preserve.  This recreational area with wooded trails and scenic lake is for the benefit and enjoyment of Emory's students, staff and faculty. Main access can be found off Clifton Road at the entrance to the President's house. However, this is a footpath …

Urban Oasis: Atlanta – Stone Mountain Park

With out of town guests, there's always the question of things to do to make their visit to Atlanta enjoyable.  For my active friends, hiking is always a great idea.  In the couple years I've lived here, I never actually made it out to Stone Mountain Park - primarily because I thought it was a tourist …

Urban Oasis: Atlanta – Sweetwater Creek State Park

When the weather is nice in Atlanta, without being too humid, it's the perfect time for a day hike!  While most great hikes are a "hike" to get to outside of the city, not many friends have heard of  Sweetwater Creek State Park.  So, I decided to check it out for myself. Only a 20-30 minute …