"Atlanta has so much to do, but sometimes you just want to get out of the city and explore what the surrounding areas offer!" That's where Milledgeville and Lake Sinclair come in. 365 Atlanta Traveler named Milledgeville a day trip from Atlanta that should be on the top of your bucket list.
"The central Georgia town of Milledgeville is filled with outdoor adventures, history, and really cool annual events! There is so much to do in this college town, that your problem will be deciding which to do first." Milledgeville is located just under two hours from Atlanta, an easy day or weekend trip.