Hiking | Waterfalls | Horseback Riding | Golf | Mountain Biking | Motorcycle Touring
Cycling | River Fun | Fishing | Geocaching | Ziplines
Dahlonega & Lumpkin County offer many things to do in the Georgia mountains to challenge the outdoors enthusiast! Start your day at the Mountain Top Lodge at Dahlonega Bed and Breakfast. Enjoy easy access to beautiful state parks, multi-purpose trails, scenic roads, fun-filled waterways and much more.
We will happily assist you to plan things to do in the Georgia mountains! |
 www.MountainTravelGuide.com offers information and directions to many outdoor activities and things to do in the Georgia Mountains! |
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Hiking In The North Georgia Mountains
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Hike The Appalachian Trail
Whether your are wanting to take a leasurly stroll or a serious hike, there are many beautiful places to go hiking around Dahlonega.
Dahlonega celebrates Trailfest in April to recognize its Appalachian Trail (AT) heritage and designation as the southern terminus community. The AT is easily accessed at Springer Mountain and in Suches, Georgia. |
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Hiking trails weave the way through scenic north Georgia mountains. The Mountain Top Lodgeis convenient to over 15 trails suitable for day hikes, ranging from easy to strenuous. Several lead to scenic waterfalls and panoramic views.
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See the Waterfalls of North Georgia
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| The Georgia mountain streams cascade over rocks and outcroppings to create scenic waterfalls throughout the region. Mountain Top Lodge is just 11 miles from Amicalola State Park, home to Amicalola Falls – at 729 feet, the tallest cascade in the southeast! Be sure to visit the local shops and pick up a copy of “Waterfalls of North Georgia”, by local photographer, Jack Anthony! |
| The Most Popular Waterfalls in the Area Include: |
| Amicalola Falls in Dawsonville |
| DeSoto (Upper/Lower) Falls in Dahlonega |
| Dick’s Creek Falls in Clayton |
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| For More Information on Waterfalls,click here. |
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Play a Round of Golf or Ride Through the Mountains on Horseback
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Play a morning round of golf, or head out for a trail ride before relaxing at an afternoon spa session or wine tasting! Dahlonega is home to Achasta, the Jack Nicklaus-designed professional level course, and is within 35 minutes of 5 additional public courses. |
| Local Golf Courses: |
| Achasta Golf Course, Dahlonega |
888-988-6222 |
| Chestatee Golf Club, Dawsonville |
800-520-8675 |
| Chattahoochee Golf Club, Gainesville |
770-532-0066 |
| County Land Country Club, Cumming |
770-887-0006 |
| Hampton Golf Course, Cumming |
770-205-7070 |
| Innsbruck Resort & Golf Club, Helen |
800-642-2709 |
| Brasstown Valley Resort, Young Harris |
800-984-4439 |
| Reserve Your Horse at Either of These Two Stables: |
| Gold City Corral, Dahlonega |
706-867-9395 |
| Sunny Farms Stables, Dahlonega |
706-867-9167 |
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Tour the Mountains on Your Bike or Motorcycle
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Dahlonega, and the surrounding mountain communities, have challenging roads through the mountain gaps that are routes for the annual Six/Three Gap Ride Weekend in September. |
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For More Information about Cycling Routes, click here.
| Motorcyclists and classic car enthusiasts also travel these roads enjoying the mountain topography and the scenic views of several well known routes.The unpaved forest service roads and multi-purpose trails also play host to many “off road” mountain bikers and ATV riders.
“Bikers” of all types are welcome at the Mountain Top Lodge!
For More Information about Mountain Bike Trails, click here.
For More Information about Motorcycle Routes, click here.
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Make A Splash With Great River Fun!
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Appalachian Outfitters Canoe and Tube Rentals
Appalachian Outfitters put in at the beautiful Chestatee River in Dahlonega, Georgia. Enjoy canoeing, kayaking and tubing and relax with family and friends.
www.canoegeorgia.com |
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Ocoee Adventure Center
About 50 to 60 miles from Dahlonega are two world famous rivers, the Ocoee River in Copperhill, Tennessee and the Chattooga River near Clayton, Georgia. These rivers feature canoeing, kayaking and rafting.
www.ocoeeadventurecenter.com |
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Southeastern Expeditions – Whitewater Rafting
No experience is necessary. There are two spectacular sections to choose from – Section III will amaze you with its beauty and Section IV will keep you wanting more whitewater as the splashes never stop.
www.southeasternexpeditions.com |
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Go Fishing in the Mountains
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Waters Creek
Waters Creek Day use area: Trout fishing is available on Dicks and Waters Creek. Upper Waters Creek is designated as a trophy trout stream. 12 miles north of Dahlonega on US Hwy. 19. Turn left at Forest Service sign onto FS 34. Check in at Rangers station. |
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Etowah River
Etowah River Fishing above Jay Bridge and the Etowah tributaries upstream from the Castleberry bridge to Jay Bridge is limited to the fishing season. Hwy. Bus. 19N to Wahsega Rd. to end. Turn left @ Ranger Camp onto FS 28-1 and go 1.6 miles to the Etowah River. |
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Winfield Scott Lake
Winfield Scott Lake is stocked with rainbow trout. Follow Ga. Hwy. 60N from Dahlonega through Suches. Turn right on Hwy. 180 and turn right at Forest Service Sign. Approximately 22 miles from Dahlonega. |
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Go Geocaching or Zipline Through the Mountains
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| Explore the Dahlonega area by following geocached clues and find treasures. Participate in the Georgia Hospitality Highway Challenge and earn the Northern Puzzle Piece redeemable at the Visitor’s Center! |
| Experience the thrilling and scenic North Georgia Zipline Canopy Tour, a spectacular treetop adventure just 1 hour from downtown Atlanta, GA. [1 mile+ of zips (15), rappel, 2 sky bridges, 3 ponds, river]www.northgeorgiacanopytours.com
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