The Northeast Georgia Mountains are the ideal terrain for play on various treetop adventures. Several places in the area offer zip line canopy tours and ropes courses, including within Amicalola and Unicoi state parks.
Get your adrenaline flowing on the Chattooga River’s raging waters from Georgia’s northeastern peaks via guided rafting trips over Class II, III, IV and V rapids, allowing you to experience the wonders of this nationally designated “Wild & Scenic” river. Gentler rivers and streams in the area are perfect for tubing or paddling lazily downriver on a hot summer day.
Make your way along the famed Appalachian Trail if you have the boots and a little stamina for it, or tackle one of the many other trails in the Chattahoochee National Forest or Georgia’s state parks in the region.
Waterfall fans can hike to several incredible waterfalls within a short drive of each other. About 26 feet higher than Niagara Falls, Toccoa Falls makes a breathtaking plunge, and visitors certainly marvel at Amicalola Falls, the highest waterfall in Georgia and one of the most majestic in North America. Many of the waterfalls are found within the area’s state parks. You could spend an entire week hiking to these and other Northeast Georgia cascades.
Combine a visit to Georgia’s highest point – Brasstown Bald – with a hike along the nearly six-mile-long Wagon Train Foot Trail from Brasstown Bald to Young Harris College. Or take the steep, but paved, half-mile trail from the parking lot to the Visitor Information Center.
Boating and water sports are popular in this part of Georgia, thanks to places such as Lake Chatuge in Hiawassee and Lake Sidney Lanier, “Georgia’s Great Lake,” in Gainesville. Rent a boat at Port Royale Marina for a day on Lake Lanier. Nearby, enjoy the dynamic community of Braselton, home to the world-class amenity, Chateau Elan Winery and Resort, and Golf Club, and for the racing enthusiast, Road Atlanta, one of the world’s best road courses.
Camping is plentiful in Northeast Georgia’s state parks and outdoor recreation areas: Black Rock Mountain, Moccasin Creek and Tallulah Gorge, all near Clayton; Tugaloo State Park near Lavonia; Hart Outdoor Recreation Area on Lake Hartwell; Richard B. Russell Park on Lake Russell; Watson Mill Bridge Park in Elberton and Victoria Bryant State Park in Royston; Unicoi State Park and Smithgall Woods State Park near Helen; Vogel State Park in Blairsville; Amicalola State Park in Dawsonville, Fort Yargo State Park in Winder and Don Carter State Park in Gainesville.
Choose from hundreds of roadside options for a picnic with spectacular views of picturesque peaks. Rock climbing and mountain biking are two other strenuous sports that our mountains embrace.
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6603 Spout Springs Rd.
Flowery Branch,
GA
30542
770-535-8280
Spout Springs Sports Complex is a School-In-A-Park Project adjacent to Flowery Branch High School. This 14-acre site is devoted to active sports use, and offers 3 lighted baseball/softball fields and 6 lighted tennis courts.
NE GA Mountains
Stephens County Park Rd.
Toccoa,
GA
30577
706-886-9491
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Old 441 S.
Tiger,
GA
30576
706-782-4812
This is one of 17 public waterfalls and a beautiful 20’ cascade. It is a special place with a 9-mile bike/hiking loop around the area, making it a fairly secluded place to visit.
Directions: From Clayton take 441 South 2.7 miles, turn right onto Tiger Road. Go 1.1 miles and take a left at the light onto Old 441 South. Go 2.3 miles and turn right at the Stonewall Falls Mountain Bike trail sign. Continue for 1.3 miles and there is a parking area up the hill to your right. To go the remaining .4 miles by car you will need a high clearance vehicle.
NE GA Mountains
323 Standing Deer Ln.
Tiger,
GA
30576
706-212-0584
Tastings and sales will be available at the winery on the open days: Thurs./Fri./Sun. 1-5pm, Sat. 11:30am-5pm. Also open by appointment for tastings or catered lunches and dinners.
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2320 Middleton Shores Dr.
Elberton,
GA
30635
706-988-8091
We are located less than 1 mile from the public boat ramp. Russell Lake is just a short walk from Sunset Ridge Campground to the shore.
NE GA Mountains
Off GA Hwy. 75
Hiawassee,
GA
30546
770-535-5700
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7570 Bill Wilson Rd.
Alto,
GA
30510
770-262-8497
Though we started as a u-pick blackberry and blueberry farm with honeybees, we have grown and expanded to start Hall County’s first farm winery.
NE GA Mountains
Off U.S. Hwy. 441 S.
Tallulah Falls,
GA
30573
706-782-4014
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338 Jane Hurt Yarn Dr.
Tallulah Falls,
GA
30573
706-754-7970
NE GA Mountains
338 Jane Hurt Yarn Dr.
Tallulah Falls,
GA
30573
706-754-7970
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852 New Bridge Rd.
Cleveland,
GA
30528
706-969-2200
Visit Christmas at the Farm to witness the True Meaning of Christmas with a Nativity Scene Skit; visit with Santa and Mrs Claus; visit with our animals; hay rides; nature trail; enjoy a camp fire.
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8600 Main St., Unit !
Helen,
GA
30545
706-878-3156
Our master Glassblower, Scott Warner, a fourth generation “flameworker,” is always ready to provide an educational, as well as informational, demonstration showing his glass sculpturing techniques for all to enjoy.
NE GA Mountains
2319 Duncan Bridge Rd.
Sautee Nacoochee,
GA
30571
706-865-4048
Come tour our gourd museum, retail shops, and beautiful grounds. We’re open daily April 1-December 23 except Easter and Thanksgiving. Hours are 10-5 daily except Sunday 1-5. We are open by appointment only January through March.
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1057 Orchard Dr
Clarkesville,
GA
30523
706-754-5898
The 18-hole championship layout through picturesque mountains includes 5 sets of elevated tees, bermuda fairways, and flawless bentgrass greens guarded by white sand bunkers. The course was designed and built by famed golf course architect, Dan Maples.
NE GA Mountains
5473 Legends Dr.
Braselton,
GA
30117
770-932-8653
18-hold, private
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201 Black Mountain Rd.
Toccoa,
GA
30577
706-898-5685
The Links at Lake Toccoa is a classically-designed nine hole golf course that is newly renovated and features Tifeagle greens, a fully renovated clubhouse and grill, and access to beautiful Lake Toccoa.
The Georgia State Parks & Historic Sites Park Guide is a handy resource for planning a spring break, summer vacation or family reunion. The free booklet is filled with tips on the best hiking trails, fishing spots, cabins, wedding venues and campsites.
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