Discover Harris
2 carefully curated photography spots with GPS coordinates, shooting tips, and local insights
F.D. Roosevelt State Park
Large Piedmont park on Pine Mountain with ridge overlooks, mixed pine/hardwood forests, rock outcrops and reflective ponds — great for sweeping landscapes, layered ridgelines at golden hour, fall color and intimate nature details. Best at sunrise or sunset from Dowdell’s Knob and several trail overlooks; weekdays and mornings offer fewer hikers. Park amenities include trailheads, picnic areas and parking; Georgia state park entrance/parking fees may apply — check the park website. Trails vary in
Lake Deleanor
Lake Deleanor is a quiet, tree-fringed reservoir ideal for reflective waterscapes, shoreline compositions and seasonal color (notably fall). Photographers can capture mirror-like reflections, small docks and surrounding pines and cypress. Best at golden hour for warm side-light and at blue hour for long-exposure water smoothing. The site is roadside-accessible off GA-190 with on-site parking and short walks to viewpoints; expect easy accessibility and minimal entry fees. Weekday dawns are least-