There’s no shortage of epic sunrise (and sunset!) overlooks in Georgia.
Dan Reynolds Photography/Moment Collection/Getty Images With gorgeous beaches, mountains, valleys, and rural expanses filling every corner of the state, finding the perfect spot to catch the pastel hues of dawn is only a struggle of being spoiled for choice.
But for some incredibly sweet rewards without the grueling mountain hike (we’re looking at you, Brasstown!), Lake Lanier has something magical around every gorgeous curve of the shoreline.
Amog U/Flickr Stretching over 38,000 acres across northeast Georgia, Lake Lanier isn’t just the Peach State’s largest lake. It’s a favorite local getaway with over 700 miles of shoreline! That means there are plenty of prime spots to catch the sun’s daily brilliance.
Typically our own vibrant slice of the Caribbean by day, Lake Lanier’s vivid teal color is the perfect canvas to reflect the brilliant skies above it in the wee hours of morning.
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The quiet lake surface creates a glossy mirror at sunrise, gently reflecting the watercolor hues on the horizon.
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The inlets and islands that form Lake Lanier also create some extra gorgeous sights that photographers and sun-chasers positively dream of.
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It’s not unusual to catch a fisherman or two casting a line, creating a unique silhouette against the sky!
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But even misty mornings have their own special sunrise appeal as well.
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Uniquely, Lake Lanier is home to over a dozen parks along its shores. And while each park has its own “landmarks” that are prime photo subjects for a sun-filled morning….
Liz W Grogan/iStock / Getty Images Plus Collection/Getty Images War Hill Park, Little Hall Park, and Mountain View Park (just to name a few) all have their own secret sunrise hideaways tucked away between the trees.
Taking the road less traveled often yields even better rewards!
Marvin Rosario/Google Every season here has something new to offer early birds and sunrise chasers.
You’re sure to find some solitude to enjoy the soft, pastel morning colors.
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These marshmallow skies are something truly special!
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As the morning glow begins to warm the landscape, the golden rays bounce off the water and create absolute magic along the shore.
aimintang/iStock / Getty Images Plus Collection/Getty Images And when the last of the gentle colors fade into daylight, Lanier will once again resume the brilliant, jewel-like hue that it has become known for.
But in case you were wondering…sunsets here are rather epic, too. So feel free to make a full day of your visit to catch all of the mesmerizing colors that beautiful Georgia has to offer!
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Whether from a soaring mountain overlook, island beach, or somewhere in between, Georgia’s sunrises are definitely worth waking up for! Nominate your favorite show-stopping spots to catching those morning colors here. We’d love to hear your most memorable stories!
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With gorgeous beaches, mountains, valleys, and rural expanses filling every corner of the state, finding the perfect spot to catch the pastel hues of dawn is only a struggle of being spoiled for choice.
Amog U/Flickr
Stretching over 38,000 acres across northeast Georgia, Lake Lanier isn’t just the Peach State’s largest lake. It’s a favorite local getaway with over 700 miles of shoreline! That means there are plenty of prime spots to catch the sun’s daily brilliance.
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War Hill Park, Little Hall Park, and Mountain View Park (just to name a few) all have their own secret sunrise hideaways tucked away between the trees.
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Every season here has something new to offer early birds and sunrise chasers.
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And when the last of the gentle colors fade into daylight, Lanier will once again resume the brilliant, jewel-like hue that it has become known for.
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Have you ever watched a Lake Lanier sunrise? If so, we’d love to hear all about it in the comments section below!
For more Georgia state beauty, check out some of our state’s most epic hidden gems here.
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