Chestatee
Wildlife Preserve and Zoo has over 100
different species of animals.
Dahlonega,
GA (706-864-9411)
Alpine Village of Helen – Visit this quaint Alpine Village nestled in Helen, GA.
Tennessee Aquarium – Lots to see and do…a wonderful place for children. Chattanooga, TN
Historic
Town Square is located in downtown Dahlonega and is registered as a National
Historic District.
Crisson Gold Mine reopened in 1970 as a hard rock mine.
Gold panning is available. Dahlonega, GA
Fort Mountain State Park contains the ruins of an ancient mountain top stronghold
built more than 1000 years ago
by Native Americans. The park has facilities for swimming, picnicking, fishing, and hiking. Hwy. 52 W., Chatsworth (706-695-2621).
Fort Mountain Stables provides an exceptional experience in horsback riding in the North Georgia Mountains.
Amicalola Falls State Park has the highest waterfall this side of the Mississippi River. Picnicking and hiking are
available. Hwy. 52 E., Dawsonville (800-864-7275)
Brasstown Bald stands tall as the highest peak in Georgia. The mountain offers spectacular views of four
surrounding states. Hiking trails and picnicking are available. Blairsville, GA (706-896-2556)
North Georgia Premium Outlet has 100 stores in one convenient location. Located on Hwy. 400 right out of Dawsonville.
(706-276-3609)
Kangaroo Conservation Center has the largest kangaroo collection outside of Australia. Tours are available Spring thru
Fall. Reservations required. Dawsonville (706-265-6100)
Burt’s Pumpkin Farm offers visitors a chance to experience the enchantment of harvest time and the holiday
season. Open Sept.1-Dec. 30 Hwy. 52 E., Dawsonville
(706-265-3701)
Ellijay Wildlife
Rehabilitation Sanctuary Their mission is to promote not only the protection of wildlife and
habitat, but also the importance of conservation issues as they relate to the quality of human life. To accomplish this, we
strive to achieve the following objectives: