I would appreciate suggestions for some good 2 night/ 3 day hikes covering 10 to maybe 18 miles. A loop or lollipop loop fairly close to Atlanta is what I'm looking for. An out and back would also be OK but not ideal. As a point of reference I'm considering the 20 mile loop in the Sipsey Wilderness but I think its a little too difficult for me and my hiking buddy to complete in two days and still enjoy the trip. We're trying to avoid the crowds of people on the AT this time of year.
I've found that planning this is harder than anticipated so I'm asking for suggestions. Every loop I find is either way too short, way too long, too hard or too far away.