Self-care o’clock: 7 R&R getaways from Atlanta during Labor Day weekend

Location near the North Carolina state line, Brasstown Valley Resort is nestled in the beauty of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Stay in a guest room at the lodge or a cottage in the woods to unwind and relax while taking in the fresh air and glorious vistas on the balconies. Partake in various activities without even leaving the resort, such as horseback riding, axe throwing, fishing, golf and just under 10 miles of hiking trails that stretch into the Chattahoochee Natural Forest.

For non-resort types who just prefer relaxing in nature, elevate your camping experience by glamping in a yurt. If that sounds like a totally different language, let’s break it down: A yurt is a mixture of a hut and a tent and is made of wood and canvas. The word “yurt” hails from the Turkic languages, due to yurts being used primarily by nomadic tribes of Central Asia. You can find yurts at various Georgia State Parks, including Cloudland Canyon State Park, Red Top Mountain State Park, High Falls State Park and more.

Location: Various Locations; Website: gastateparks.org