Arabia Mountain Path

The Arabia Mountain Path is a hiking trail that extends through about 40,000 acres of natural landscape near Atlanta, connecting granite formations, lakes, streams, and woodlands. The route features a paved surface 10 feet wide throughout and connects multiple trailheads with parking areas.

The trail was established in 2006 and honors the legacy of former quarry operations while connecting historical sites like downtown Lithonia and the Monastery of the Holy Spirit. This connection shows how the region transformed its industrial past into a recreation and cultural area.

The path connects sites of importance to the African American community, including an early Black school and churches from the 1800s that still stand along the route. These places show how education and faith developed in this region and shape what you experience while walking.

The path is accessible year-round with a wide paved surface suitable for visitors of varying abilities. Multiple parking areas at the trailheads let you explore different sections or return on different days.

After rainfalls, shallow water pools form on the granite surfaces, creating habitats for plants that survive in thin soil conditions. These seasonal pools are a natural feature that many visitors overlook but become visible during hikes in the wetter months.