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LakeKerrGuy · 06-04-2014, 12:30 PM

I hate to drive through Atlanta in a car. Not looking forward to next weeks trip in MH.

Anyone tried different routes such as I-65 or I-95 to I-26 to I-77.

al2ride · 06-04-2014, 12:52 PM

We drive from Columbus OH to Central FL two or three times a year. It's not that bad during weekends. Stay in the middle lane and relax. We've tried all of the other routes, but through ATL is the quickest and less elevation.

davismills · 06-04-2014, 01:14 PM

I live about an hour and a half south of Atlanta just off I-75. If your schedule is flexible, I'd camp at High Falls state park (about 40 mins south) on a Saturday night and leave for Atlanta early Sunday morning. I hate driving through downtown, especially "spaghetti junction". I usually take I-275 around the western side of Atlanta. It's a little longer, but less white knuckled. The speed limit is usually 60 or below, but most Atlanta residents appear to have a 75 MPH waiver from the city. High Falls State Park

LakeKerrGuy · 06-04-2014, 03:51 PM

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Originally Posted by al2ride

We drive from Columbus OH to Central FL two or three times a year. It's not that bad during weekends. Stay in the middle lane and relax. We've tried all of the other routes, but through ATL is the quickest and less elevation.

Agree about weekends. Sunday is usually a piece of cake. However, I will be hitting Atlanta Thursday afternoon.

LakeKerrGuy · 06-04-2014, 03:54 PM

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Originally Posted by davismills

I live about an hour and a half south of Atlanta just off I-75. If your schedule is flexible, I'd camp at High Falls state park (about 40 mins south) on a Saturday night and leave for Atlanta early Sunday morning. I hate driving through downtown, especially "spaghetti junction". I usually take I-275 around the western side of Atlanta. It's a little longer, but less white knuckled. The speed limit is usually 60 or below, but most Atlanta residents appear to have a 75 MPH waiver from the city. High Falls State Park

Park looks nice. I'll try it for a couple of days on the way back south. I do not stay at campgrounds when in route.

Bamaman · 06-04-2014, 06:52 PM

Going straight through Atlanta is okay on I-75 all the way 10:00-3:00. Or at 5:00 am and after 8:00 p.m. Or weekends it's okay.

The key is to listen to AM-750 for traffic reports every 6 minutes, and listen for accidents or problems for "The Connector" under downtown.

If I was having to spend the night in the area, I'd be at the fantastic Stone Mountain Park campground for the night--8 miles off I-275 East on Hwy 78. It's simply one of the most breathtaking parks anywhere, with a big laser show every night in the Summer.

LakeKerrGuy · 06-04-2014, 07:02 PM

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If I was having to spend the night in the area, I'd be at the fantastic Stone Mountain Park campground for the night--8 miles off I-275 East on Hwy 78. It's simply one of the most breathtaking parks anywhere, with a big laser show every night in the Summer.[/QUOTE]

Daughter lived at several locations outside the circle from about 1990 - 2005. We spent many evenings sitting on the grass in front of the big rock watching the show.

al2ride · 06-05-2014, 06:11 AM

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If I was having to spend the night in the area, I'd be at the fantastic Stone Mountain Park campground for the night--8 miles off I-275 East on Hwy 78. It's simply one of the most breathtaking parks anywhere, with a big laser show every night in the Summer.

Daughter lived at several locations outside the circle from about 1990 - 2005. We spent many evenings sitting on the grass in front of the big rock watching the show.[/QUOTE]

That park looks awesome. I need to see about spending a night there on our way down to FL. Thanks.

LakeKerrGuy · 06-05-2014, 07:06 AM

When returning I will have many more chances to see and do. Suggestions on non interstate routes are welcome. Looking for land in middle TN will be on my list...