North Georgia
Mountains
The North Georgia Mountains comprise the southern
edge of the Blue Ridge Mountains and are a haven
for those wishing to spend time with nature. The
Chattahoochee National Forest spans much of the
northern part of the state and allows visitors to be in
constant awe of the amazing scenery. From majestic
mountains to rushing rivers to serene lakes, the North
Georgia Mountains seem to have it all.
Table of Contents
Outdoor Activities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Hiking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Zip Lining . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Horseback Riding . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Golf . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Fly Fishing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 White Water Rafting . . . . . . . . . . .
Agritourism . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Muesums & Historical Sites . . . . . . . . . . 11
North Georgia Wineries & Tasting Rooms . . . 12
Antiquing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Restaurants . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Annual Festivals and Events . . . . . . . . . . 16
Accommodations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Amenities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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What to See and Do
Whether you want to relax in the tranquility of the outdoors or get in as many activities as you can, the
North Georgia Mountains are the perfect getaway spot. Here are some of our favorite activities.
Some areas of interest in the North Georgia Mountains include Tallulah Gorge State Park, Lake
Rabun, and the Soque River. These are just a few of the places in the area where you can hike, boat,
and fish. The area also possesses some of the most challenging and beautiful golf courses in the
region and gives the shopper many places to find their next piece of artwork or antique. The North
Georgia Mountains also contain multiple vineyards that you can experience on Georgia’s Wine
Highway.
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Outdoor Activities
The North Georgia Mountains provide the perfect backdrop for anyone who loves the outdoors with various
hiking trails, water activities, golf courses, and much more.
Black Rock Mountain State Park
Located north of Clayton, GA in Mountain City,
Black Rock Mountain State Park is the highest
state park in Georgia. There are four hiking
trails open for visitors that will take you to and
through some excellent scenery.
 https://gastateparks.org/BlackRockMountain
Hiking
Minnehaha Falls
Tallulah Gorge State Park
Minnehaha Falls is the perfect place to see a
Tallulah Gorge State Park is one of the most
magical waterfall. At 60-feet high, the falls are
sought-after canyons east of the Mississippi
well worth the trip. Hikers only need to travel
River. At two miles long and almost 1,000 feet
about 0.6 miles to reach the destination from
deep, the gorge provides several hiking trails
the parking area.
and picturesque views.
 http://www.georgiatrails.com/gt/Minnehaha_
 http://gastateparks.org/TallulahGorge
Falls
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Moccasin Creek State Park
Another of the many state parks in the area, Moccasin Creek State Park resides along the shores of
Lake Burton. Hikers can opt for the two-mile Hemlock Falls Trail or a one-mile Interpretive Trail.
 http://www.gastateparks.org/MoccasinCreek
Panther Creek Falls
The Panther Creek trail is seven miles roundtrip and at the half way point is the amazing Panther
Creek Falls. Several smaller waterfalls prime hikers along the way before getting to one of Georgia’s
most popular hiking destinations.
 http://www.georgiatrails.com/gt/Panther_Creek_Trail
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Zip Line Tours
Sunburst Adventures/Stables
Although the name implies it is all about the
horses, that couldn’t be further from the truth at
Sunburst Adventures/Stables. Visitors will soar
through the canopy on this tour. Sunburst also
offers a twilight tour where people can zip line
through a spectacular lighted course at night.
 http://sunburststables.com/html/ziplinetours/
Zip-N-Time
Horseback Riding
The tour guides at Zip-N-Time won’t just help
you experience the beauty of the Nacoochee
Sunburst Adventures /Stables
Valley, but they will also fill you in on some of the
Sunburst Stables offers guided horseback
rich history in the area.
trail rides that are suitable for all ages and
 http://www.zipntime.com/
experience levels. In addition, you can spend
anywhere from 2-4 hours on your trip through
North Georgia Ultimate Canopy Tours
the Chattahoochee National Forest.
Customize your trip at North Georgia Ultimate
 http://sunburststables.com/html/trail-rides/
Canopy Tours. Guests can go on a two to three
hour adventure with the option of capturing
the trip via a personal videographer and
photographer.
 https://www.northgeorgiacanopytours.com/
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Golf
The Orchard Golf & Country Club
Located just 2 miles from the inn, the
Orchard Golf & Country Club is a 6,948
yard, par 72 championship course. Built
amid apple orchards and sitting adjacent to
the Chattahoochee National Forest and the
Appalachian Mountains, this course is not only
challenging, but beautiful.
 http://www.orchardgolfclub.com/
Apple Mountain Resort & Golf Club
This 18 hole course is located about 3 miles
north of downtown Clarkesville. It is a 6,428
yard, par 72 course with the North Georgia
Mountains providing a scenic backdrop.
 http://www.applemountaingolfga.com/
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Fly Fishing
Whitewater Rafting
The Soque River is a prime place to go fly fishing for
Head east of Clayton, GA to the famed
both rainbow and brown trout of great size. There
Chattooga River for the exhilarating experience
are several outfitters and guides in the area who
of whitewater rafting on a pristine river
want to help you catch the big one. Here is a list:
through a remote wilderness setting. There are
several outposts offering rafting, canoeing and
Blackhawk Fly Fishing
kayaking trips for all experience levels March
 http://www.blackhawkflyfishing.com/
through October.
Brigadoon Lodge
Nantahala Outdoor Center
 http://www.brigadoonlodge.com/
 www.noc.com
Southeastern Expeditions
Fern Valley on the Soque
 www.southeastrnexpeditions.com
 http://fernvalleytrout.com/25/index.
Wildwater Limited
php?page/Home.html
 www.wildwaterrafting.com
Unicoi Outfitters
Wildwood Outfitters
 http://www.unicoioutfitters.com/index.shtml
Wildwood Outfitters have outposts in
Cleveland and in Helen, allowing trips to take
place along four different sections of the
Chattahoochee River.
 http://wildwoodoutfitters.com/
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Agritourism
Hillside Orchard Farms
Hillside Orchard Farms is a working farm
where you can pick your own blackberries or
purchase some of the best fresh picked apples
you could ever eat. The Country Store offers
hundreds of varieties of specialty jams, jellies,
and relishes for sale and activities such as the
corn maze and petting zoo make this location
perfect for all ages.
 http://retail.hillsideorchard.com/
Jaemor Farms
Jaemor Farms is a produce farm and roadside
market specializing in fresh local farm produce,
including many favorites such as Georgia
peaches, strawberries, watermelons, and
pumpkins. Fried pies are a specialty at their
Farmer’s Market, as is fresh-churned peach ice
cream.
 http://www.jaemorfarms.com/
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Museums and Historical Sites
Folk Pottery Museum
Currahee Military Museum
This museum showcases the historical
Take a trip to Currahee Military Museum and
importance and changing role of folk pottery in
dive deep into the history of the Paratrooper
southern life.
Infantry Regiment that trained at Camp Toccoa
 http://www.folkpotterymuseum.com/
in the early 1940s. The museum also highlights
local veterans, the Civil War, World War I, and
Foxfire Museum
World War II.
The Foxfire Museum aims to capture the lifestyle
 http://www.toccoahistory.com/
of the people of the Southern Appalachian
Mountains. Although the lifestyle is very nearly
The Mauldin House, Millinery Shop & Big Holly
gone, this museum will give you an idea of how
Cabin
things used to be.
This site is dedicated to A.M. Mauldin and his
 http://www.foxfire.org/museum.html
wife, who was a hat maker. It is a large Victorian
cottage that serves as Clarkesville’s Welcome
The Gourd Place Museum
Center and a museum of area heritage.
This museum is unique in that it features over
 http://www.n-georgia.com/mauldin-house.
200 gourds from 23 different countries. These
html
gourds have been constructed into art that you
can come see for free.
 http://www.gourdplace.com/
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North Georgia Wineries & Tasting Rooms
We might be the Peach State, but North Georgia is a prominent wine region that is continuing to increase
in national popularity. With more than a dozen wineries and vineyards in the area, a trip to Georgia wine
country has become a must-do event. Here are a few of our favorites that provide sensational wines to
satisfy every palate.
Habersham Winery – Helen
Yonah Mountain Vineyards – Cleveland
 http://www.habershamwinery.com/
 http://www.yonahmountainvineyards.com
Sautee Nacoochee Vineyards - Sautee
Tiger Mountain Vineyards – Tiger
 http://www.sauteenacoocheevineyards.com/
 http://www.tigerwine.com/
The Cottage Vineyard & Winery – Cleveland
Here is a map and listing of North Georgia’s
 http://www.cottagevineyardwinery.com/
wineries and vineyards:
 http://www.georgiawine.com/georgia-wine-
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country-map
Antiquing
People travel from all over the country to find antiques in the North Georgia Mountains. The following are
towns that feature great antique stores:
Clarkesville
Clayton
Old Clarkesville Mill Art & Antique Mall
Butler’s Gallery and Antique Mall and Butler’s II
 http://www.oldclarkesvillemill.com/
 www.butlergalleries.com
Homestead House
Black Bear Creek Antiques
 http://www.homesteadhouseprimitives.com/
 http://www.blackbearcreekantiques.com/
Dillard
Nacoochee
Carol’s Back Porch
Old Sautee Store
 http://www.dillardgeorgia.com/
 http://www.oldsauteestore.com/
carol%E2%80%99s-back-porch/
Nacoochee Village
Yesterday’s Treasures Antique Mall
 http://www.nacoocheevillage.com/
 http://www.dillardgeorgia.com/yesterday’streasure-antique-mall/
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Restaurants
During your adventures in the North Georgia Mountains, you’re sure to work up an appetite and our cuisine
will not disappoint. From the casual fine dining experience at Glen-Ella Springs Restaurant to quaint bistros
and family owned barbeque joints, the area has fare for all palates.
available each season. Open most evenings
beginning at 5:30 pm and reservations are
recommended. Please call the inn directly
or visit  www.OpenTable.com to check the
restaurant ‘s availability.
Glen-Ella Springs Restaurant
 http://www.glenella.com/our-restaurant/
Glen-Ella Springs Restaurant offers one of
the best evening dining experiences in North
Georgia in an elegant yet rustic setting. Chef
Bill Wilder and his staff create classic American
Continental inspired dishes with innovative
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twists. The diverse menu includes signature
The Attic - Clarkesville
dishes such as the herb encrusted Rack of
Open for lunch and dinner, the Attic in
Lamb or the Trout Pecan as well as the Chef’s
Clarkesville has a nice selection of salads,
nightly specials. The restaurant is known for
sandwiches, burgers, pasta, quesadillas and
preparing everything from scratch and always
other entrees.
incorporates farm fresh produce as it becomes
 http://theatticrestaurant.com
The Copper Pot - Clarkesville
Right on the square in historic downtown Clarkesville, the Copper Pot is a great spot for lunch.
Sandwiches, salads, pizzas and seasonal entrees are all included on the menu.
 http://www.thecopperpotrestaurant.com
Blue Creek Café - Hollywood
A family-run restaurant featuring a menu
of classic barbeque and good old-fashioned
sides. Diners rave about the potato salad in
particular.
Midtown Grill - Clarkesville
Located off the square in midtown Clarkesville,
Midtown Grill has a menu of specialty burgers,
sandwiches, hot dogs, salads and plates. Be
sure to save room for one of their famous
milkshakes for dessert.
 https://squareup.com/market/midtowngrill-2
Hawg Wild BBQ and Catfish House Clarkesville
Head to Hawg Wild in Clarkesville for classic
southern style barbeque and catfish. Pulled
pork, chicken, ribs, brisket and catfish are all
on the menu along with all the homestyle sides
you’d expect with barbeque.
 http://www.hawgwildbbq.com/
hawgwildbbq/index.html
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Annual Festivals & Events
The North Georgia Mountains are home to several fun festivals and events each year. Celebrations of our
wineries, food, arts, entertainment and culture are all here for your enjoyment.
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Spring Wine Highway Weekend
Celebrate Clayton - Clayton, GA
Georgia Wine Highway - March
April
Held annually the 3rd and 4th weekend of
Celebrate Clayton is an Arts, Music, Crafts
March. Visitors will have the opportunity to
and Gardening event for all ages, with mouth-
purchase a passport giving them access to visit
watering food and a super kids program. Set
over 12 participating wineries in the north
in the spectacular North Georgia Mountains
Georgia region during this 2-day event.
Celebrate Clayton is held annually the last
 www.georgiawine.com
weekend in April.
 www.celebrateclayton.com
Mountain Laurel Festival
Clarkesville, GA - May
Listed on the Top 20 Events in the Southeast –
this is a long standing annual festival drawing
thousands of people and featuring arts and
crafts, live entertainment, food and lots of fun
for the entire family.
 www.clarkesvillega.com
The Georgia Wine Country Festival
Dahlonega, GA - June
Every Saturday and Sunday in June, Three
Sisters Vineyards hosts a Wine Garden
featuring new and returning guest wineries
from the region, live music, and food vendors.
Admission to the festival is free.
 www.threesistersvineyards.com
The Taste of Clarkesville
Clarkesville, GA - September
The last Saturday of September, join others as they gather on the historic downtown square of
Clarkesville where you will be able to sample food from some of the area’s best restaurants, enjoy
wine tastings and live music.
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Glen-Ella Springs has a total sixteen rooms, with four types to choose from. Whether you want the
ultimate luxury provided by our Penthouse Suites or to simply relax in a Queen Room, you’ll enjoy beautiful
individualized décor, fine furnishings and all the modern bed and breakfast amenities you deserve. And of
course, a full breakfast is included each morning of your stay.
Penthouse Suites
Three Room Suites
The most spacious of the inn’s rooms, our
Our Three Room Suites are located on the
Penthouse Suites are located on the third floor.
second floor, overlooking the woods on the
With high ceilings and lots of natural light,
property. Each has a bedroom, bathroom with
the Penthouse Suites have an open feeling
dressing area and a sitting room. Both Three
that is enhanced by the warmth of the natural
Room Suites each feature a king size bed,
wood floors. Each is beautifully and uniquely
stacked stone fireplaces and whirlpool jetted
decorated and feature overstuffed reading
tubs.
chairs, a king size bed, gas log fireplace and a
 http://www.glenella.com/rooms-suites/
private bath with a corner Jacuzzi tub.
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 http://www.glenella.com/rooms-penthouse/
King Rooms
Queen Rooms
Located on the first and second floors, our King
Each Queen Room features a queen size bed,
Rooms feature porch views of the woods on
writing desk and chair, a comfortable chair for
the property. A king bed is accompanied by a
relaxing and a private bath. The Queen Rooms
writing desk with chair, two comfortable chairs
are located on the first and second floors of
for reading or lounging and a private en-suite
the inn and open onto a covered porch so you
bath. The beds in four of our king rooms can
can take in the view of our meadow, pool and
be changed into twin beds should your needs
gardens.
require separate sleeping arrangements.
Glen-Ella Springs has luxury amenities to enhance relaxation during your stay. Along with our well
appointed rooms, guests enjoy the comfort of our exquisite linens, custom milled bath products, specialty
blend of gourmet coffee and more. Complimentary WiFi is available throughout the property for your
convenience. Plus the on-site restaurant and private conference room make Glen-Ella Springs a complete
getaway destination.
Meeting Place
Consider Glen-Ella Springs for something other than a
personal getaway. The private and well outfitted 900
square foot conference room is the ideal location for
corporate executives to meet and will accommodate
up to 35 people. It features plenty of natural lighting, private restrooms, a beverage center and
ergonomically engineered chairs for comfortable seating. Because of the many common areas on
property, Glen-Ella Springs is well equipped to handle corporate team building exercises as well as
other gatherings such as family reunions, community events and civic or private parties.
 http://www.glenella.com/meetings-events/
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Destination Weddings
Glen-Ella Springs is the ideal location for your
North Georgia wedding. The property is the
perfect venue for your ceremony and reception
as well as the rehearsal dinner. Brides can choose
from a number of locations for the ceremony and
the open air, covered pavilion is a beautiful site
for the reception. Glen-Ella Springs can host
weddings as intimate as “just the two of you” to
a guest list of up to 250 people. Our wedding
coordinator will make sure the process runs
smoothly from the beginning stages of planning
all the way up to the big event.
 http://www.glenella.com/Weddings/
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Glen-Ella Springs is the perfect getaway destination
in the North Georgia Mountains whether you want
to unwind in the solitude of your surroundings or
fill your trip’s itinerary up with local attractions and
activities. Our Penthouse Suites, Three Room Suites,
King Rooms and Queen Rooms offer guests a variety
of lodging choices, ensuring that your time with us will
suit your needs perfectly. Nowhere else in the North
Georgia Mountains can you enjoy the splendor of
nature, luxurious accommodations and fine dining all in
one location. Book your stay at Glen-Ella Springs and
discover the magic of the North Georgia Mountains. We
can’t wait to see you soon!