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The Piedmont .

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Golf Courses

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The Coastal Plains

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Golf Courses

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General For information on any area, activity, attraction, or event, write the Chamber of Commerce in the specific community under which it is listed.
Camping Are as Georgia Campground Owners Association, PO Box 5487 Columbus, Georgia 31902
Res taura nts Georgia Restaurant Association 1401 Rhodes-Haverty Building Atlanta, Georgia 30303

Hotels and Motels Georgia Hotel & Motel Association 1410 Rhodes-Haverty Building Atlanta, Georgia 30303
State Parks Department of Natural Resources 270 Washington Street, S W Atlanta, Georgia 30334
Historical Commission Georgia Historical Commission 116 Mitchell Street, SW. Atlanta, Georgia 30303
Hunting and Fishing Department of Natural Resources 270 Washington Street, S W Atlanta, Georgia 30334
State-Supported Colle ges and Universities Regents of the University System of

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Independent Colleges and Universities Association of Private Colleges and Universities in Georgia, 3330 Peachtree Road, NE , Suite 557 Atlanta, Georgia 30326
Vocational-Technical Schools Georgia Department of Education Division of Vocational Education State Office Building Atlanta, Georgia 30334
Or for any kind of vacation and travel information, write: Department of Community Development, Tourist Division PO Box 38097 Atlanta, Georgia 30334
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Hunting A reas

Camping Areas

Trail crosses the highway at Tessnatee

BLUE RIDGE GAME MANAGE-

SAFARI CAMPGROUND OF

Gap, highest point on the highway

MENT AREA consists of 40,000 acres

ADAIRSVILLE, 4/ lO mile W of Inter-

Elevations range from 1,600 feet to

of National Forest timberland located

state 75 at Adairsville Tent and trailer

approximately 3,000 feet

on the Blue Ridge Mountain Divide

camping, swimming pool, miniature

BRASSTOWN BALD, S via US 129

along the Appalachian TraiL Deer,

golf. Privately owned . Open year

and U S 19, E. via Georgia 180, then

quail and grouse hunting in season.

'round.

Georgia 66 . Highest point in Georgia

Season regulated by the Department

BLAIRSVILLE

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Camping Areas

LAKE WINFIELD SCOTT CAMPING

AREA, 10-l/4 miles S on US 19,

then 6-l/2 miles W on Georgia 180.

26 acres located in the Chattahoochee

Nationa!'Forest Tent and trailer camp-

ing, nature trails, cottages, riding,

boating (no motors), swimming, fishing

Privately operated. Open May !-

October 31

TRACKROCK CAMPGROUND, 3

miles SE on US 129 and 19, l mile

E. on paved road, then 4-l/2 miles N.

on paved and dirt roads, follow signs.

-4, 784 feet Visitors center open May l -October 31. WOLF CREEK RIDING ACADEMY 10 miles S on US 129 and 19.

of Natural Resources. COHUTTA GAME MANAGEMENT AREA lies on 90,000 acres of National Forest timberland in portions of Fannin, Murray and Gilmer counties. Special racoon hunts are scheduled and hunters are allowed to hunt any small game in season subject to State regulations, seasons and bag limits.
Lakes BLUE RIDGE DAM, 4 miles E. via US 76, forms the 3,290-acre Blue Ridge Lake and backs water upstream for 10 miles. Camping, fishing, swimming, picnicking and boating.

390 acres. Tent and trailer camping, lake swimming, fishing, hunting, riding, hiking. Privately owned. Open April l - November 1 VOGEL STATE PARK, see STATE PARKS this section. NOTTELY CAMPGROUND, 4 miles S on US 129 and 19. Tent and trailer camping Privately owned. Open year 'round. TODD DAHLIA FARM, Georgia 60 between Suches and Morganton Tent and trailer camping, fishing, scenic areas. Privately owned. Open year 'round. CANAL LAKE CAMPGROUND, Pat Colwell Road. Tent and trailer camping, boat ramp. Open early May until late fall. Privately owned. EL JOE CAMPGROUND, N. on US 129 and 19. Tent and trailer camping. Privately owned. Open year 'round. LEISURETIME PARK, Pat Colwell Road. Tent and trailer camping on lakefront Privately owned. Open year 'round. MULKEY AND COOPER CREEK PUBLIC USE AREA, 6 miles W via US 76 and approximately 5 miles S via Mulkey Gap Road. Operated by US Forest Service. Camping, fishing and picnic facilities.
Attractions RICHARD RUSSELL SCENIC HIGHWAY 8 miles SE via Georgia 180, designated as Georgia Highway 348. The highway stretches 14.1 miles through some of the State's most beau-
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Brasstown Bald, 4,784 feet, is the highest point 1n Georgia .
Horseback riding on mountain trails, night rides with cook-out Privately owned. Open year 'round.
Golf 9 holes at the Blairsville Golf Course, par 35.
Lakes NOTTELY DAM, 2 miles W of US 19 and 129 and lO miles N.W of Blairsville, forms a 4, 180-acre lake. A highway crosses the 184-foot high dam Boat docks and fishing camps are located along the shores.

BLUE RIDGE

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Camping Areas

LAKE BLUE RIDGE CAMPING

AREA, l-3/4 miles E. on US 76, then

2 miles S. on Forest 605. Fifteen acres.

Tent and trailer camping, water skiing,

swimming, nature trails, fishing, boat

ramp. Operated by US Forest Ser-

vice. Open May 1- October 31.

MORGANTON POINT CAMPING

AREA, 5-3/4 miles E. on US 76, then

l/2 mile S W on county road. Twelve

acres. Tent and trailer camping, swim-

ming, fishing, boat ramp, water skiing

Operated by US Forest Service.

Open May 1- October 31.

WHISPERING PINES CAMPING

AREA, 8 miles E. via US 76, then l/4

CALHOUN

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Camping Areas

HIDDEN CREEK CAMPING AREA,

7-3/4 miles Won Georgia 156, 2

miles N.W on Forest 231, 3-l/4 miles

N. on Forest 228, then l mile N. on

Forest 955. Tent and trailer camping.

Operated by US. Forest Service.

Open May 1- October 31.

SMOKE RISE CAMPSITE, Interstate

75 at Red Bud and/or Rome-Fair-

mount exits . Tent and trailer camping,

picnic, recreation areas. Privately

owned. Open year 'round.

Historical Sites NEW ECHOTA, 3 miles NEon Georgia 225, served as the capital of the Cherokee Indian Nation from 1825 to 1838. A thriving community of stores, homes, a p rint shop and government buildings comprised the original settlement The first Indian newspaper was printed here. Open Monday through Saturday from 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. and Sundays from l 00 to 5 30 p.m. A Georgia Historical Commission Site.

Free.

Golf 18 holes at Calhoun Elks C lub, par 71.

Lakes GLASS LAKE, 1-l/4 miles E. of Inter-
state 75 on Georgia 53. Five-acre lake

mile N. on county road. Tent and

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trailer camping, fishing, swimming pool, nature trails, playground Pri-

vately owned. Open year 'round.

DEEP HOLE RECREATION AREA,

18 miles E. via Georgia 60. Camping,

hiking, fishing Operated by US

Forest Service. Open May 1-

October 31.

The village of New Echota, now

restored, was once the capital of

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North Georgia's scenic camping
areas are set m clean, peaceful

the Cherokee Nation.

surround1ngs.

with fishing for catfish, bass, bluegill

and shell cracker. Privately owned.

LAKE MYRTLE, l 0 miles E. of town,

Interstate 75 at Red Bud or Fairmount

exits on Sonoraville Red Bud Road.

Six~acre lake stocked with catfish.

Privately owned.

CANTON

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Camping Areas

SWEETWATER CREEK CAMPING

AREA, 5 miles W on Georgia 20, then

l ~ l/2 miles S on paved road; on Lake

Allatoona. 67 acres. Tent and trailer

camping, swimming, fishing, huntmg,

boat ramp. Operated by US Corps

of Engineers Open year 'round.

Hunting Areas ALLATOONA PUBLIC HUNTING AREA, 6.8 miles S via Georgia 205, consists of 28,000 acres in Cherokee and Bartow counties. Hunting allowed for deer and small game Hunting regulated by Department of Natural Resources.

Lakes LAKE ALLATOONA, 6 miles SW, extends mto Cherokee County and provides good fishing and water

Georgia's mountamland offers rare vistas of unspoiled natural beauty
sports. A US Corps of Engineers lake.
Annual Events CHEROKEE COUNTY FAIR, Fair~ ground Street Mid~September.

CARNESVILLE

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Attraction

CROMER'S MILL COVERED

BRIDGE (or Nails Creek Bridge), ap~

proximately 8 miles S. of Carnesville

via Georgia 106, then E. on county

road. Mr. l M. Hunt built the bridge

around 1906. It is one span wide, 132

feet long and of town lattice design.

CARTERSVILLE

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Camping Areas

RED TOP MOUNTAIN STATE PARK,

see STATE PARKS this section.

UPPER STAMP CREEK CAMPING

AREA, 2~1/2 miles N. on US 411,

6~ 114 miles E. on Georgia 20, then

1~ l/2 miles S on paved road and 1

mile W. on dirt road; on Allatoona

Reservoir; 23 acres. Tent and trailer

camping, swimming, fishing, boat

ramp. Operated by U S Corps of

The historic Etowah Indian Mounds, near Cartersville, were occupied between 1000 and 1500 AD

Engineers. Open year 'round.
Attractions LOWRY COVERED BRIDGE (or Euharlee Creek Bridge) 6 miles W via Georgia 113, 2 miles N. on county road to Euharlee. This bridge was con~ structed in 1886 after high water swept a previous one downstream. It is one span wide, 116 feet long and town lattice design Numbers still legible on the bridge timbers indicate that such structures often were as~ sembled in a nearby field to assure perfect fit, then rebuilt over the stream ALLATOONA BEACH, 9 miles S on US. 41. One~quarter mile sand beach, boating, amusement area, camping. On Lake Allatoona. Privately owned. Open late spring, summer and early fall.
Historical Sites ETOWAH INDIAN MOUNDS, 3 miles S. on marked route. The largest and most important Indian settlement in the Etowah Valley Occupied between 1000 AD. and 1500 AD. Museum with artifacts and displays. Open Mon~ day through Saturday from 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. and Sundays from 1 00 p.m. to 5 30 p.m. A Georgia Historical Commission Site Free
Golf 9 holes with 2 sets of tees for lengths to make lS~hole layout, at the Royal Oaks Country Club, par 72. 9 holes at Green Valley Golf Course, par 72.
Lakes LAKE ALLATOONA, is a vast federal flood control project on the Etowah River. The lake provides numerous recreation areas including campsites, fishing, sand beaches, swimming, boat~ ing and water skiing A US Corps of Engineers lake.

CHATSWORTH

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Camping Areas

FORT MOUNTAIN STATE PARK,

see STATE PARKS this section.

LAKE CONASAUGA CAMPING

AREA, 14 miles E. on US 76, 3 miles

N.W on Forest 18, then 10 miles N.

on Forest 68. Tent and trailer camping,

nature trails, boating (no motors),

swimming, fishing Operated by US

Forest Service. Open May ! -

October 31

Historical Sites VANN HOUSE, 3 miles Won US 76. An outstandmg example of Chero~ kee Indian wealth and culture. Built in 1804 by James Vann, the house fea~ tures hand carvmg inside and out Bncks for the house were made on Vann's plantation Hinges were pro~ duced in his own blacksmith shop Open Monday through Saturday from 9 a.m. to 5 30 p.m. and Sundays from 1 00 p.m. to 5 30 p .m. A Georgia His~ torical Commiss1on S1te Free
Golf 18 holes at the Mountain View Golf Course, par 36.

CHICKAMAUGA

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Historical Sites

CHICKAMAUGA AND CHATTA~

NOOGA NATIONAL MILITARY

PARK, on US 27. The scene of a

Confederate victory during the War

Between the States; however, a Union

victory at the Battle of Chattanooga

shattered the South's hopes of winning

the war. The oldest and largest of the

national military parks, Chickamauga

and Chattanooga commemorates the

hero1c soldiers of both North and

South. An 8~mile driving tour, restored

Brotherton House, specific battlelines,

museum, and numerous state monu~

ments erected in memory of the state

troops that fought in the battle. Oper~

ated by National Park Service. Free.

The Vann House, featuring hand carvings, iS a fine example of Cherokee Indian wealth and culture.
Park open year 'round. Visitor Center closed on Christmas Day
Golf 9 holes and drivmg range at Battle~ ground Golf Course, par 27

CLAYTON

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Camping Areas

BLACK ROCK MOUNTAIN STATE

PARK, see STATE PARKS this

section.

RABUN BEACH AND CAMPING AREA, 6~ 1/2 miles S on US 23,
1 ~ 3/4 miles S on Georgia 15, then

4~3/4 miles W on County 10. 36 acres.

Tent and trailer camping, nature trails,

swimming, fishing, boat ramp, water skiing Operated by US Forest Ser~

vice. Open May 15-September 15.

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Lake Sidney Lamer JS the most visited US Corps of Engineers
lake m the Umted States.

AREA 6-l/4 miles S on U S 441 7 acres . 'Tent and trailer camping. Privately owned. Open year 'round. TALLULAH RIVER CAMPING AREA, 8 miles SW on US 76, 4-l/4 miles N. on county road, then l-l/4 m!les N.W on Forest 70. 3 acres . Tent and tra!ler camping, fishing. Operated by US Forest Service. Open May IS November 15. TATE BRANCH CAMPING AREA,_9 miles N.W on US 76, 4-l/4 miles N on county road, then 4 miles N.W. on Forest 70. 5 acres. Tent and trailer campmg, fishing Operated, by US Forest Service Open year round. RAYMOND'S CAMPGROUND, 20 miles W of Clayton on Georgia 197, near Lake Burton Tent and trailer camping. Privately owned
Attraction RABUN BALD MOUNTAIN, via Rabun Bald Tra!l, has an elevation of 4 663 feet and offers a panoramic v1ew of the surrounding Chattahoochee

Golf is one of the principal
attractions at the Kingwood Inn and Country Club near Clayton

National Forest
Golf 9 holes at Rabun County Country Club, par 36. 18 holes at Kingwood Inn and Country Club, par 70.
Annual Events MOUNTAINEER FESTIVAL, downtown. Honors the contributions of mountain folk to the American way of life. Events include buck and square dancing, wood cutting contest, greased pole climbing, horse show, baby contest and crowning of Mountaineer Festival Queen.

CLERMONT

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Golf

9 holes at Wauka Mountain Golf

Course, par 36.

special occasions.
Camping Areas DESOTO FALLS CAMPING AREA, 14-3/4 m!les N.W on US 129. Eleven acres. Tent and trailer camping, nature trails, fishing. Operated by US Forest Service. Open May 1- October 31
Golf 9 holes at the Skill Mountain Golf and Country Club, par 36.
Colleges and Universities TRUETT MCCONNELL COLLEGEA 41 0-acre campus in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountams Bapllstrelated. Independent Jumor College
Annual Events FALL LEAF FESTIVAL, downtown, three week-ends in October during peak of leaf season.

CORNELIA

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Attractions APPLETREE THEATER, Appletree Alley in downtown Cornelia. Young actors present a ten-week summer stock season. Plays are variedmus1cals, comedy; classics, drama, alternating with plays for children.

Performances are at 8 30 p.m. each evening except Monday Matinees are

at 2 30 p.m. Saturday and Sunday THE BIG RED APPLE MONUMENT, downtown, honors the area's apple growing industry . MEMORIAL TOWEH, one mile from

downtown. A fire observation station at the summit of Tower Mountain, built as a memorial to men of the F ores! Serv1ce killed in World War II. Usually open from November 1 to May l.

Camping Areas LAKE RUSSELL CAMPING AREA,

l/2 mile N.E. on US 123, 1 mile S.E. on Forest 63, then 2-3/4 miles S.E. on

Forest 59. 30 acres. Tent and tra!ler campmg, boat ramp, rental boats, swimmmg, fishing, nature trmls . Operated by US Forest Service. Open May !-October 31

Annual Events APPLE HARVEST FAIR, downtown.

Features displays of apple products,

parade and beauty contest Labor Day

CUMMING

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Camping Areas

YOUNG DEER CAMPING AREA, 7

CLEVELAND

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Historical Sites

OLD WHITE COUNTY COURT-

HOUSE, on the square, was bu!lt from

1857 to 1859 and was in continuous

use as the White County Courthouse

until 1965. The bmldmg now houses

the White County Historical Society

Open by prior arrangements and on

miles N.E. on Lake Sidney Lanier. Tent and trailer campmg, sw1mming, fishing, hiking, boat ramp. 9 acres. Operated by U S Corps of Engineers TWO MILE CREEK PUBLIC USE

AN.REE. Ao~

3 miles N. on Georgia 306,

US then

19, 2 miles 4 m!les S.E.

on Georgia 369, 2 miles S on paved

rtroaailde~

on Lake Sidney Lanier. Tent camping, hiking, swimming,

and

fishing, boat ramp. 28 acres. Operated

by US Corps of Engineers Open

year 'round.

SHADY GROVE PUBLIC USE AREA, 3 miles N. on US 19, 2 miles N.E. on Georgia 306, 1 mile S.E. on Georgia 369, 4 miles S on paved road, follow
signs; on Lake Sidney Lamer. Tent and tra!ler camping, hiking, sw1mmmg, fishing, boat ramp . Operated by U~ Corps of Engineers Open year round.
SAWNEE PUBLIC USE AREA, 4

m!les E. on Buford Dam Road; on Lake Sidney Lanier. Tent and trailer camping, swimming, fishing, boat ramp, hiking 37 acres. Operated by US Corps of Engineers Open year 'round.

Attractions POOL'S MILL BRIDGE, 7 miles W on Georgia 20 to Ducktown, then 3 miles N. to Heardville and 1 mile N. on Pool's Mill Road. Spans Settendown Creek Built about 1906. It is one span wide and ninety feet long, still in use and is now being restored. The original builder professed more knowledge of bridge building than he possessed and bored the peg holes

in the wrong places When th1s was discovered, he was relieved of his duties and another man hired to rebore the holes and complete the job LANIER BEACH SOUTH, on Buford Dam Road, 3 miles E. from US 19,

follow signs 125 acres on Lake Sidney Lanier with 3 miles of shorelme and 3 islands. Tent and trailer camp-

ing, swimming, fishing, boatmg, water skiing, playground Privately owned. Open year 'round.

LANIERLAND COUNTRY MUSIC PARK 12 miles from Cumming off Georgia 306, follow signs. Country music shows featuring top country and western Grand Ole Opry stars. Open

The youthful actors of Cornelia's

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Appletree Theater present a lively

season of summer stock

every other Saturday night from May through October. Privately owned.

Lakes LAKE SIDNEY LANIER offers excellent swimming, boating, fishing and water sports This is the nation's most visited Corps of Engineers lake.

Annual Events WALKING HORSE SHOW, Midway Saddle Club Arena, US 19. May COMBINATION HORSE SHOW AND WAGON TRAIN, Midway Saddle Club Arena, US 19. June ATLANTA STEEPLECHASE, SW of town, follow signs. March.
FLOWER SHOW, Sawnee Electric Auditorium Late Spring FOURTH OF JULY PARADE AND FESTIVAL featuring steam engines and antique autos, downtown. LAKE LANIER BEAGLE CLUB LICENSED FIELD TRIALS, from US 19, 3 miles E. on Ga. 20, turn right on Haw Creek Road, follow signs. November.

DAHLONEGA

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Attractions

THE GOLD HILLS OF DAHLONEGA,

approximately one mile from town

square on Georgia 60. Located on the

site of gold mines that were in use

during Dahlonega's gold rush The first

phase of construction of a working

gold rush boom town is scheduled for

completion in June 1972. Visitors may

The fascinating story of America 's first major gold rush is retold at the Dahlonega Courthouse Gold Museum.
pan for gold and keep their findings Museum also open. Open daily from June through Labor Day from ll a.m. to 7 p.m. and weekends only from September through November 15 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Privately owned. CRISSON' S GOLD MINE, 3 miles N. on Wimpy Mill Road. Trailer camping, picnic facilities, gold panning Privately owned. Open Ap ril 12-November 7.
Historical Sites COURTHOUSE GOLD MUSEUM, on the town square, commemorates the exciting era when the nation's first major gold rush took place here in 1828 and scores of prospectors converged on the area. A branch of the United States Mint was located here in

1838 and more than $6-million of Georgia gold was coined durmg the 23-year life of the mint Museum features displays and artifacts. Tuesday through Saturday from 9 a.m. to 5 30 p .m. and Sundays from l :00 p.m. to 5 30 p.m. A Georgia Histoncal Commlssion Site. Free
Camping Areas COOPER CREEK CAMPING AREA, 23-l/2 miles N. on Georgia 60, then 3-l/2 miles N. on Forest 236. 5 acres. Tent and trailer camping, nature trails, fishing . Operated by U S Forest Service. Open May !-October 31 DEEP HOLE CAMPING AREA, 27 miles N. on Georgia 60, then S W on forest road. 2 acres. Tent and trailer camping, fishing. Operated by US Forest Service. Open May ! October 31 DOCKERY LAKE CAMPING AREA, ll-l/2 miles N. on Georgia 60, then 3/4 miles N.E. on forest road. 4 acres. Tent and trailer camping, nature trails, fishing. Operated by US Forest Service. Open May !-October 31.
FRANK GROSS CAMPING AREA, 27 miles N. on Georgia 60, then 5 miles S W on Forest 69. One acre. Tent and trailer camping, fishing. Operated by US Forest Service. Open May l -October 31. MULKY CAMPING AREA, 25- l/2 miles N. on Georgia 60, then 4-3/4 miles N.E. on Forest 4. Three acres . Tent and trailer camping, fishing. Operated by US Forest Service Op en May 1- Octob er 3 1 WATERS CREEK CAMPING AREA, 12-l/4 miles N.E. on US 19, then l mile N.W. on Forest 34. Two acres. Tent and trailer camping, fishing . Operated by US Forest Service. O pen May l - October 31. WOODY'S GAP PUBLIC USE AREA, 14 miles N. on Georgia 60. Picnic facilities and hiking trails. Operated by US Forest Service. DESOTO FALLS PUBLIC USE AREA, approximately 16 miles N. of Dahlonega on US 19. Camping, hiking, picnic facilities. Operated by
US Forest Service.
Colleges and Universities NORTH GEORGIA COLLEGE- A military college founded in 1873. Second oldest Institution of the University System of Georgia. Admimstration Building sits on the original foundation of the US Mint that operated during the gold rus h days of Dahlonega. Senior College.
Annual Events GOLD RUSH DAYS, downtown. Turns back the clock to the time when Dahlonega was bustling with prospectors d etermined to strike it rich. Threeday event features country music, dancmg, costumed citizens, gold panning, pioneer floats parade, mule race and an arts and crafts show October FALL HARVEST FESTIVAL, down-

town, brings craftsmen and farmers to town with their works and harvests Everything from gourds to wood
carvings on sale. October, durmg leaf season.

DALTON

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Attractions

CARPET CAPITAL O F THE WORLD,

is an easily earned title for this city

since there are more than 100 carpet

mills here. The Dalton-Whitfield Cham-

ber of Commerce offers free carpet

tours at 915 a.m. and l: 15 p.m., Mon-

day through Friday Tours originate at

Holiday Inn and Cracker Barrel O!d

Country Store.

CREATIVE ARTS GUILD, located in

the Old Firehouse on Pentz Street, is

The Creative Arts Guild is Dalton's center for the v1sual and performing arts
a unique and well equipped community center for visual and performing arts. Open daily from lO a.m. to 5 p.m, Sunday from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m.
Camping Areas SPRING CREEK PUBLIC USE AREA, 13-l/2 miles N. on Georgia 7 l, then 5-l/ 2 miles E. and S.E. on forest roads. Tent and trailer camping Operated by US Forest Service. Open May ! October 31. TRAILS INN CAMPING AREA, 5 miles S at Interstate 75 Conn. 3 exit, 50 campsites, swimming, hiking, cycle trails, fishing, p layground. Privately owned. PONDEROSA PARKS CAMPGROUND, 7 miles S on Interstate 75, tent and trailer camping, swimming, fishing, playground. Privately owned. Open year 'round.
Golf 18 holes at Royal 200 Golf Course, par 71. 9 holes at Tunnel Hill Golf Course, par 35.

The cool waters of North Georgia

streams offer trout fishing at its best.

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Betty's Creek 1s focal point of a fam1ly campmg and recreatwn area in the Chattahoochee Nat1onal Forest

Colleges and Universities DALTON JUNIOR COLLEGE, chartered in 1963, is an institution of the University System of Georgia. Located on a 130-acre campus. Junior College
Annual Events CREATIVE ARTS GUILD FESTIVAL, Pentz Street downtown. Late summer or early fall

DAWSONVILLE Camping Areas BLACKBURN STATE PARK, see STATE PARKS this section.
Attractions MOONSHINE MUSEUM, 2 blocks W. of courthouse. D1splays stills in a setting which provides a 3D effect These stills are the evolution of the moonshine business from the mid1800's to the present day Although all are operable, the stills have never produced anything except curiosity in their present location. Privately owned. Open year 'round.
STEELE'S COVERED BRIDGE, 5 miles W via Georgia Highway 53, 2 miles N via S2276, then l/4 mile W on S2275 (dirt road) Local res1dents built the bridge around 1897 and named it for a landowner upriver It JS one span wide, 84 teet long and of town lattice des1gn.
Annual Events DAWSON COUNTY FALL FESTIVAL, courthouse square, features mountain-made products and homegrown vegetables. Last three Sundays in October

DEMOREST

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Colleges and Universities

PIEDMONT COLLEGE- Founded as

l S Green Collegiate Institute in 1897.

Affiliated with the Congregational Christian Church. Independent Senior College.

Golf

9 holes at the Piedmont College Golf Course, par 36

Annual Events

4TH O F JULY CELEBRATION, downtown, is North Georgia's oldest annual celebration.

DILLARD

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Attractions

ANDY'S TROUT FARM, 5 miles W

on US 441, offers rainbow trout fish-

ing that doesn't require a license.

Other facilities include tent and trailer campsites, vacation cottages, hunting, trails and playgrounds
Camping Areas BETTY'S CREEK RECREATION AREA, 4-l/2 miles W on paved road (Betty's C reek Road), l -l/2 miles W following signs on dirt road. Tent and trailer camping, swimming pool, riding, fishing (fee charged), playground, hiking. Privately owned. Open year 'round.
Lakes FISHING, BOATING AND WATER SPORTS are all available at a number of nearby lakes includmg Lake Burton, Seed Lake, Nacoochee Lake, Lake Rabun and Tallulah Lake.
Snow Skiing SKY VALLEY SKI AREA, NEon Georgia 246, has excellent snow skiing facilities including begmner, intermediate and expert slopes Equipment available for rent or purchase Lodge and double chair lift also available. Open seven days a week, during season.

ELLIJAY

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Hunting Area

COOSAWATEE WILDLIFE MAN-

AGEMENT AREA consists of two

tracts of land in Gilmer County. The

main area is 2 miles S on Georgia 5

and the other tract is 4 miles E. on

Georgia 52. This rugged area offers

good hunting for grouse, quail and

raccoon. Hunting regulated by

Department of Natural Resources.

Sky Valley Sk1 Area is the southernmost snow ski area 1n the eastern US

FRANKLIN SPRINGS

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Colleges and Universities

EMMANUEL COLLEGE-Operated

by Pentecostal Holiness Church since

1919. Two miles S W of Royston In-

dependent Junior College

GAINESVILLE

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Camping Areas

BOLLING MILL PUBLIC USE AREA,

5 miles Won Georgia 53, 4 miles N.W

on paved road; on Lake Sidney Lanier

68 acres. Tent and trailer campmg,

h1king, swimming, fishing, boat ramp.

Operated by US Corps of Engineers

Open year 'round.

DUCKETT MILL PUBLIC USE AREA,

6 miles W on Georgia 53, 2 miles S ,

follow signs; on Lake Sidney Lanier Tent and trailer camping, hiking, swimming, fishing, boat ramp . Operated by US Corps of Engineers Open year 'round. KEITHS BRIDGE PUBLIC USE AREA, I0 miles W on Georgia 53, 2 miles S at sign on old State 306; on Lake Sidney Lamer 25 acres Tent and trailer camping, swimming, fishing, boat ramp. Operated by US Corps of Engineers Open year 'round. LITTLE RIVER CAMPING AREA, 5 miles N. via US. 129, then l/2 mile W
Road Atlanta brings the finest in Grand Pnx road racinq to Georgia
on county road; on Lake Sidney Lanier 16 acres Tent and trailer camping, swimming, fishing, boat ramp, hiking . Operated by US Corps of Engineers. SIMPSON PUBLIC USE AREA, W on Georgia 53 to sign, l-l/2 miles S on paved road; on Lake Sidney Lanier 12 acres. Tent and trailer camping, hiking, swimming, fishing, boat ramp. Operated by US Corps of Engineers Open year 'round. TOFO CREEK PUBLIC USE AREA, 6 miles NE on Georgia 60, 7 miles W on Georgia 136 to sign, then l/4 mile S on graded road; on Lake Sidney Lanier 64 acres . Tent and trailer camping, hiking, sw1mmmg, fishing, boat ramp. Operated by US Corps of Engineers Open year 'round. WAR HILL PARK, 12 miles NEon Georgia 53, then 4 miles E. on county road; on Lake Sidney Lanier. 84 acres. Tent and trailer camping, swimming, fishing, hiking, boating. Operated by US Corps of Engineers. Golf 18 holes at Chattahoochee Golf Course, par 72. Lakes LAKE SIDNEY LANIER, with a 540mile shoreline, extends into the city limits . Most visited U.S. COrps of Engineer impoundment in the United States. Fishing, swimming, boating and water skiing available. Attractions ROA D ATLANTA, l 0 miles S off Georgia 53, is an SCAA sanctioned road course for Grand Prix road racing. Colleges and Universities GAINESVILLE JUNIOR COLLEGEOriented to nearby Lake Lanier, with courses in water skiing. A 6,000-pound

10

Rock City, atop Lookout Mountain, affords breathtaking views of
several states.

anchor marks the entrance. Institution of the University System of Georgia Junior College. BRENAU COLLEGE-A women's college founded in 1878 as the Georgia Baptist Female Seminary Independent Senior College.
Annual Events NORTHEAST GEORGIA FAIR, Gainesville Fairgrounds. Early September FALL HARVEST SALE, Home Federal Building. F irst Thursday and Friday in October

HARTWELL Camping Areas

Grid J-4

HART STATE PARK, see STATE

PARKS this section. A day use area with picnic facilities, bike trails and

historical points of interest

Lakes HARTWELL DAM, 7 miles E. on US

29, impounds Hartwell Reservoir Ex-

cellent boating, fishing, swimming, water skiing and camping along shore.

A US Corps of Engineers lake.

Golf

18 holes at Legion Golf Course, par 71.

HELEN

Grid G-2

Attractions

ARCHITECTURE is the key to this

town's appeal. Styled after a Bavarian

village, the buildings feature ginger-

bread trim and face paintings. Unique

shops, stone streets and a picture-book

setting make this a must see for all

travelers in the area. Open year 'round.

ANNA RUBY FALLS, 1-l/2 miles N.

of Unicoi Recreational Experiment

Station, is one of this area's most beau-

tiful waterfalls. Fishing, hiking and

picnic facilities. Located in the Chat-

tahoochee National Forest

STOVALL MILL COVERED BRIDGE,

6 miles E. of Helen on Georgia 255.

The 40-foot span crosses Chickamauga

Creek and has been in existence for

approximately 75 years.

Camping Areas ANDREWS COVE CAMPING AREA, 6 miles N. on Georgia 75. Three acres. Tent and trailer camping, fishing Operated by US Forest Service. Open May !-October 31 ARROWHEAD CAMPGROUND, 8

miles N.W. on Georgia 356. Tent and trailer camping, fishing, rowboating, horseback riding. Privately owned. Open mid-April to December UNICOI RECREATIONAL EXPERIMENT STATION, 3 miles N.E. of Helen. Cottages, tent and trailer camping, swimming, picnic facilities. Operated by Northeast Georgia Mountains Authority The Experiment Station is undergoing expansion and when completed will provide comprehensive programs and teaching and research for the recreation industry This is the only facility of its type in the world. Open to the public. Located in the Chattahoochee National Forest

HIAWASSEE

Grid G-1

Camping Areas

LAKE CHATUGE CAMPING AREA

2-l/2 miles Won US 76, then 3/4 '

mileS. on Georgia 288. 12 acres.

Tent and trailer camping, swimming,

fishing, boat ramp, water skiing. Oper-

ated by US. Forest Service. Open

May !-October 31.

The Georg1a Mountain Fa1r in Hiawassee features exquisite needlework and other mountain crafts.
Attractions APPALACHIAN TRAIL extends through this county (Towns County).
Annual Events GEORGIA MOUNTAIN FAIR downtown, is an old-fashioned country fair with a wondrous variety of exhibits including quilting parties, wood carving, soap and hominy making, hawg rifle shoots. There are no commercial exhibits. The ten-day event attracts 100,000 visitors annually Special events and entertainment throughout fair. Early August SPRING MUSIC FESTIVAL, downtown, features country and western music as well as gospel singing. MidApril. FALL MUSIC FESTIVAL downtown features country and west'ern music ' as well as gospel singing. One weekend. Mid-October

JASPER
Golf

Grid E-3

9 holes at Arrowhead Country Club, par 36.

Annual Events INDEPENDENCE DAY CELEBRATION . July 4.

JUNO

Grid F-3

Camping Areas

AMICALOLA FALLS STATE PARK

see STATE PARKS this section. '

LAFAYETTE

Grid B-2

Golf

9 holes at Municipal Golf Course,

par 36.

LAVONIA

Grid: J-3

Welcome Center

GEORGIA WELCOME CENTER, on

Interstate 85 near state line, offers

travel information, picnic area and rest

area. Operated by Georgia Depart-

ment of Community Development,

Tourist Division. Open year 'round

except Thangsgiving and December

25th and 26th.

Camping Areas TUGALOO STATE PARK, see STATE PARKS this section.

Annual Events

FRANKLIN grounds on

GCeOoUrgNiaTY17.FAOcIRt~bfaeirr-

LOOKOUT MOUNTAIN Grid B-1 Attractions ROCK CITY, atop Lookout Mountain, within sight of Interstate Highways 24, 59 and 75. Has ageless rock formations, sweeping panoramic views of the Appalachians, colorful flowers and foliage. Youngsters especially enjoy the artistry of Fairyland Caverns and Mother Goose Village. Privately owned. Open every day of the year.
Colleges and Universities COVENANT COLLEGE-Started in St Louis in 1955 and moved to 700 mountaintop acres in 1964. Reformed Presbyterian-related Independent Senior College.

LULA

Grid H-4

Golf

9 holes with 2 sets of tees for lengths

to make 18-hole layout at Pine Hills

Golf Course, par 72.

MOUNTAIN CITY Attractions

Grid I- 1

MOUNTAIN CITY PLAYHOUSE features square dancing, round dancing,

folk dancing and the famous buck dance. Weekend dances from May through mid-September Owned and operated by the American Legion.

Camping Areas

BLACK ROCK MOUNTAIN STATE PARK, see STATE PARKS this section.

The quamt mountain town of Helen has the storybook charm of a

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Bavanan village.

Fall in Georgia's mounta1ns is a wonderland of color.

MOUNT BERRY

Grid B-4

Attractions

MARTHA BERRY MUSEUM AND ART GALLERY Will include a visitor

information and reception center; gal-

leries for exhibiting memorabilia

associated with the late Martha Berry;

a court of honor; galleries for fine art;

and a small theatre. Scheduled com-

pletion date, early 1972.

Colleges and Universities

BERRY COLLEGE - Martha Berry,

who once traveled by horse and

buggy to teach young people in the

north Georgia mountains, founded in

1902 the forerunner of today's Berry

College. Campus is the world's largest

and includes some 30,000 acres of

Berry-owned fields and fores ts. Inde-

pendent Senior College.

RINGGOLD

Grid C-1

Welcome Center

GEORGIA WELCOME CENTER, In-

terstate 75, 2/3 miles S. of Georgia-

Tennessee state line, offers travel infor-

mation, picnic area and rest room

facilities. Operated by Georgia Depart-

ment of Community Development,

The famed campus of Berry College covers some 30,000 acres of belds and forests.

Tourist Division. Open year 'round except Thanksgiving and December 25 and 26.
Camping Areas WREN'S NEST CAMPING AREA, Interstate 75 at Georgia 2 exit 44 campsites, hiking, fishing, cycle trails. Privately owned. Open year 'round. KAMPGROUND OF AMERICA, Interstate 75 at Georgia 2 exit Tent and trailer camping, pool and playground. Privately owned. Open year 'round.

RISING FAWN Camping Areas

Grid A-2

CLOUDLAND CANYON STATE

PARK, see STATE PARKS this section.

Annual Events

PLUM NELLY CLOTHESLINE ART

SHOW, held on a mountaintop, includes works by painters, potters, wood

carvers and metal sculptors. Unusual

name came from the show's originator

who said it was "plum" out of Tennes-

see and "nelly" out of Georgia. Early

October

ROBERTSTOWN

Grid: G-2

Attractions

RICHARD RUSSELL SCENIC HIGH-

WAY, 2 miles S.W of Robertstown,

designated as Georgia Highway 348.

Stretches 14.1 miles through some of

the State's most beautiful mountain

areas. The Appalachian Trail crosses

the highway at Tessnatee Gap, highest

point on the highway Elevations range

from 1,600 feet to approximately 3,000

feet

ROCKMART

Grid C-5

Golf

9 holes at Goodyear Golf Course, par

36. 9 holes at Prospect Valley Golf

Course, par 36.

ROME

Grid B-4

Historical Sites

THE CHIEFTAINS, Chatillion Road,

was the home of John Ridge, Chief of

the Cherokees, and was the scene of

U.S. Cherokee Treaty that removed

Cherokees to Oklahoma. Open Tues-

day through Sunday, 2-5 p.m.

OAK HILL, N. on US 27, gracious

home of Martha Berry, founder of

Berry Schools. Open by appointment.

Camping Areas POWATAN BEACH, 7 miles S on US 27, camping, fishing, swimming, boating. Open early Spring until late Fall.

Attractions CAPITOLINE STATUE, Municipal Building, downtown, "Romulus & Remus" presented to Rome, Georgia by governor of Rome, Italy in 1929.

Lakes MAYO'S LOCK AND DAM, 5 miles S off Black's Bluff Road, picnic, camping, boating and excellent river fishing.

Colleges and Universities FLOYD JUNIOR COLLEGEFounded in 1968, its four modern buildings surround a 65-foot concrete tower Campus includes a 70-acre lake. Institution of the University System of
Georgia. Junior College. SHORTER COLLEGE - Founded in 1873 atop one of the "seven hills of Rome." Martin Archaeological Museum
open to public. Independent Senior College.

Annual Events COOSA VALLEY FAIR, N. on East 1st Street One of America's few remaining great county fairs. MidSeptember

ROYSTON

Grid J-4

Camping Areas

VICTORIA BRYANT STATE PARK, see STATE PARKS this section.

Golf

9 holes at Victoria Bryant State Park,

par 36.

SAUTEE

Grid: H-2

Attractions

STOVALL MILL COVERED BRIDGE

(Helen, Sautee, Nacoochee or Chick-

amauga Bridge), 3 miles N. on Geor-

gia 255. Georgia's smallest covered

bridge was built in 1895 and is of

kingpost design. It is one span wide,

33 feet long and was featured in the

movie, ''I'd Climb the Highest Moun-

tain~'

OLD SAUTEE STORE, at junction of

Georgia Highways 17 and 255. Fea-

tures a fascinating collection of old

store merchandise from the l 9th and

early 20th century as well as a modern-

day import shop.

SUCHES

Grid F-2

Golf

CHIEF SUCHES FRONTIER GOLF-

LAND AND HORSEBACK RIDING,

miniature golf and horseback riding.

Golf from July 4 through Labor Day

Horseback riding from July through

October, except weekends.

TALLULAH FALLS

Grid I-2

Attraction

TALLULAH GORGE, on US 23 and

Georgia 15. Believed to be the oldest

natural gorge in North America. It is

1-l/2 miles long and reaches a maxi-

mum depth of 2,000 feet There are

five waterfalls in the bottom of the

gorge; however, the main water supply

has been diverted for hydroelectricity

An l, 100-foot long cable used by Karl

Wallenda in his historic tightwire walk

across the gorge spans the chasm A

30-minute movie explaining the erec-

tion of the cable, the daring walk and

the two famous headstands by

Wallenda can be seen daily during the

summer at Tallulah Point. A nature

trail follows a portion of the gorge's

rim There is also an overlook.

TATE

Grid E-3

Attractions

GEORGIA MARBLE has been used

throughout the world for buildings and

monuments and an almost unlimited

supply is found here in the Long

Swamp valley region. Plants and quar-

ries of the Georgia Marble Company

operate Monday through Friday; tours

by previous appointment.

Toccoa Falls, on the grounds of

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Toccoa Falls Institute, has a sheer

drop of 186 feet.

Historic Traveler's Rest has served as a plantation house, a tra ding
post, and a tavern.

TOCCOA

Grid 1-3

Historical Sites

TRAVELER'S REST, 6 miles E. on

US. 123, considered one of the oldest

buildings in Northeast Georgia. The

build ing has served as a plantation

house, tavern, trading post and post

office. Authentic furnishings A Georgia Historical Commission Site. Open Tuesday through Saturday from 9 a.m.

to 5:30 p m and SuTJ.days from l p .m to 5 30 p.m Closed Monday. Free.

Attractions PRATHER'S COVERED BRIDGE, 6 miles N.E. on Georgia 184, spans the Tugaloo River and the Georgia-South Carolina line. Listed in the National Register of Historic Places in the United States. This town lattice style bridge is 2 spans wide and 175 feet long. It was built around 1934 as a replacement The original bridg e was

built in the early 1800's. TOCCOA FALLS, 2 miles N.E. off Georgia 17 on the grounds of the Toc-

coa Falls Institute, d rops 186 feet Open daily, 730 am to 730 p.m

Lakes LAKE YOHAN, 8 miles N. on Georgia 184, is one of Georgia's most b eautiful remote mountain lakes. Uncrowded. A Georgia Power Company lake

Camping Areas LAKE HARTWELL, 6 miles E. of town has the largest man-made shoreline in the Southeast Campsites, b oat launching ramp s, fishing, water sp orts. Corps of Engineers lake. LAKESIDE CAMPRAMA, on Georgia 336 at Lake Hartwell. Tent and trailer camping, swimming, b oating. Privately owned. Open year 'round.

Golf 9 holes at the Toccoa Country Club, par 36.

Colleges and Universities TOCCOA FALLS INSTITUTE - Set in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, the Institute has on its grounds the 186-foot Toccoa F alls, which may be seen daily Independent. Senior C ollege Non-denominational Bible College.

Annual Events ARTS FESTIVAL, featuring concerts, arts and crafts demonstrations and contests. Late April.

TRENTON

Grid A-1

Camping Areas

GREATER CHATTANOOGA KOA

CAMPGROUND, Interstate 59 at

Slygo Road Exit. Tent and trailer camp-

ing, hiking, riding, playground, swim-

ming. Privately owned .

CLO UDLAND CANYON CAMPERS RETREAT, Interstate 59 at Trenton Exit, l-l/5 miles E. of Trenton on Georgia 143. Tent and trailer camping, swimming, amusement area. Privately owned.
Golf 9 holes at Big Sandy G olf Course, p ar 36.

WALESKA

Grid E-4

Colleges and Universities

REINHARDT COLLEGE - Believed to

be the nation's oldest co-educational

junior college. Independent Junior

C ollege. Church-related.

YOUNG HARRIS

Grid G-1

Colleges and Universities

YOUNG HARRIS COLLEGE-Meth-

odist-related . Chartered in 1886 in the

foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains.

Independent Junior College.

The Plum Nelly Art Show Js held
in a woodland setting ''Plum out of Tennessee and N elly out of Georgia."
State
Parks
State Parks in the northern third of the State offer a. variety of activities and scenery. Lakes, mountains, waterfalls and quiet forests form the settings for the 12 multiple use State Parks in this area. All are open year 'round and offer some of the best camping areas to be found anywhere. Several of the p arks provide rental cottages and/ or mobile homes for visitors who enjoy the out-of-doors, with all the comforts of home. Campgrounds open a.t 7 a.m and close at l 0 p m Tent and trailer camping fee is $2.50 per s!le per night for each family No reservations accepted.
Rental cottages and mobile homes are completely furnished, including linens and blankets. Rates are: Older Cottages

$8 per day, $48 per week(2 persons); each additional person $1 per day; $6 per week.
New Cottages $ 12 per d ay, $72 per week (2 persons); each additional person $2 per day, $ 12 per week (children under 12 years, $1 per day, $6 per week)
Mobile Homes $10 per day; $60 per week (2 persons); each additional person $1 per day, $6 per week.
No pets allowed in cottages or mobile homes. The 3% Georgia Sales Tax will be added to all bills. A deposit payment to cover one night at base rate must accompany all reservation requests. A minimum 48-hours cancellation notice is required for refu nds. Prices shown here were correct at press time; however, they are subject to change without notice. For current rates, check with park superintendent. ALL RESERVATIONS FOR COTTAGES AND MOBILE HOMES MUST BE MADE THROUGH THE SUPERINTENDENT OF THE PARK YOU WISH TO VISIT The addresses and telephone numbers of the State Parks are listed below
BLAIRSVILLE VOGEL, approximately l l miles S. of Blairsville via U S 19, 129. 221 acres. The Park area encompasses sites where, according to legends, fabulous treasures were buried and bloody battles were fought between the Creek and Cherokee Indians. The Applachia.n Trail is nearby Mailing address: Blairsville, Georgia. 305 12. Telephone (404) 745-2628.
CARTERSVILLE RED TOP MOUNTAIN, off US. 41 approximately 6 miles S.E. of Cartersville, on the shore of Lake Alla.toona. 1,246 acres. The Park is located on the site of a. War Between the States battlefield . Mailing address: Cartersville, Georgia 30 120. Telephone (404) 97 4- 5182 .
CLARKESVILLE MOCCASIN CREEK, approximately 25 miles N. of Clarkesville, via Georgia. 197. 90 acres. This Park is idea.! for campers who like to fish. It is located on Lake Burton. The picturesque mountain setting is perfect for relaxation. Mailing Address Clarkesville, Georgia. 30523. Telephone (404) 947-3 194.

Vogel State Park is one of the best developed and most popular in the
Georgia State Parks system.

CHATSWORTH FORT MOUNTAIN, US 76, Georgta 52, five miles E. of Chatsworth. 1,897 acres. This Park derives its name from an ancient fortification, the ruins of which stand on the high point of the mountain. Speculation regarding its origin includes reference to Spanish conquistadors hunting gold, 12th century Welsh adventurers and to the "moon-eyed people," mystenous white tribesmen. Mailmg address Chatsworth, Georgia 30705. Telephone (404) 695-2621
DAWSONVILLE BLACKBURN, 7 miles SW of Dahlonega via Georgia 9E. 239 acres . This new Park is in the heart of the gold country Campsites and a modern comfort station available to those who wish to try their luck at panning for gold. Beach and bathhouse also available. Mailing address : Route 3, Dawsonville, Georgia 30534. Telephone (404) 864-3789.
HARTWELL HART, 2 miles N. of Hartwell off Georgia 8. 147 acres. This Park is nestled in the rolling hills of northeast Georgia on the shore of Lake Hartwell. It is a favorite with fishermen, water sport enthusiasts and nature lovers. Mailing Address Route 2, Hartwell,

Georgia 30643. Telephone (404) 376-8756.
JUNO AMICALOLA FALLS, 16 miles N.W of Dawsonville via Georgia 183, 52. 263 acres. The Park encompasses Amicalola Falls, the highest waterfall in Georgia, p lunging 729 feet in a series of sparkling cascades. Some of Georgia's most beautiful scenery may be viewed from vantage p oints within the Park Mailing address Juno, Georgia 30551 Telephone (404) 265-2885.
LAVONIA TUGALOO, 8 miles N. of Lavonia, off Georgia 328. 393 acres . Tugaloo was the first State Park to be developed on Lake Hartwell's 962-mile shoreline. The Park is situated on a rugged peninsula that juts out into Lake HartwelL The rolling land gives excellent views of the water in every direction. Mailing Address: Route 1, Lavonia, Georgia 30553. Telephone (404) 356-3377.
MOUNTAIN CITY BLACK ROCK MOUNTAIN , turnoff to Park is approximately 3 miles N. of Clayton via US 441,23 . 1,1 82 acres. Paved road leads to top - 3,800 feet altitude - and a d ramatic view of four states. Named Black Rock Mountain because of its humped shoulders

and its sheer cliff of dark granite, this Park is a favorite among campers. Mailing address: Mountain City, Georgia 30562 . Telephone (404) 746-2141.
RISING FAWN CLOUDLAND CANYON, off Georgia 143 which enters US 27 approximately 3 miles N. of LaFayette 1,699 acres . Cloudland Canyon is a part of the old Cherokee Indian territory According to legend, there is a secret and fabulously rich lead mine in the vicinity When the first white settlers built a trading post here, the Indians were able, with just a few hours notice, to deliver lead to the settlers to make b ullets. The Indians never revealed the location of their mine and it has never been found Address Rising Fawn, Georgia 30738. Telephone (404) 6 5 7 -4 0 5 0 .
ROYSTON VICTORIA BRYANT, off US 29, on Georgia 327 ab out 4 miles W of Royston. 38 1 acres . The Park originated in 1954 with the deeding of 45 acres to the State Parks Department as a memorial to Mrs. Victoria Bryant There is a 9-hole golf course and developed campground. Mailing address: Royston, G eorgia 30662. Telephone (404) 245-6270.

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Blairsville Golf Course

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Calhoun Elks Club .

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Green Valley Golf Course. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Cartersville

Royal Oaks Country Club

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Mountain View Golf Course .

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Battleground Golf Course . . . . . . . . . . ... .... Chickamauga

Kingwood Inn & Country Club

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Rabun County Country Club .

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Wauka Mountain Golf Course

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Skitt Mountain Golf and Country Club

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Royal 200 Golf Course .

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Tunnel Hill Golf Course

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Piedmont College Golf Course . 0 . .Demorest

Chattahoochee Golf Course . ..... . . . .

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Legion Golf Course .

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Arrowhead Country Club .

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Prospect Valley Golf Course .

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Victoria Bryant State Park . . .. .... . . . . .Royston

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ACWORTH

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Camping Areas

CLARK CREEK CAMPING AREA,

l/2 mile NE on Georgia 92, then 2

miles W on paved road to road near

bridge; on Allatoona Reservoir, 30

acres. Tent and trailer camping, swim-

ming, fishing, boating ramp. Operated

by Corps of Engmeers Open year

'round.

GEORGE WASHINGTON CARVER

STATE PARK, see STATE PARKS this

section.

GLADE FARM, l/2 mile NEon

Georgia 92, 3-l/4 miles N. on gravel

road, then l/2 mile W vta dirt road,

and l/4 mile on paved road; on Alla-

toona Reservoir, 32 acres. Tent and

trailer camping, swimming, fishing,

boating ramp. Operated by Corps of

Engineers Open year 'round.

MCKINNEY CAMPING AREA, l/2

mile N. on Georgia 92, 3-l/4 miles W

on paved road, l/2 mile S on dirt

road, then 1/4 mile W on dirt road;

on Allatoona Reservoir, 200 acres. Tent

Houseboating and lakeside camp1ng are perfectly suited to Lake Allatoona, a US Corps of Engineers lake
and trailer camping, swimming, fishing, boating ramp. Operated by Corps of Engineers Open year 'round. OLD HIGHWAY 41 CAMPING AREA, 1-l/2 miles N.W on Georgia 293, first paved road on left; on Allatoona Reservoir Tent and trailer camping, swimming, fishing, boating ramp. Operated by Corps of Engineers Open year 'round.
PAYNE CAMPING AREA, 7 miles on Georgia 92 on dirt road on right, on Allatoona Reservoir; 10 acres. Tent and trailer camping, swimming, fishing, boating ramp. Operated by Corps of Engineers Open year 'round. VICTORIA CAMPING AREA, 8 miles N. on Georgia 92, 2 miles N. on Georgia 205, then 2-l/4 miles W on paved road; on Allatoona Reservoir, 28 acres. Tent and trailer camping, swimming, fishing, boating ramp. Operated by Corps of Engineers Open year 'round.
Attraction
ACWORTH BEACH, on Allatoona Lake. Turn NE off US. 41 onto

Georgia 92, go about 1-l/2 miles, then about a mile E, following signs. Sand beach, bathhouse, snack bar, picnic facilities, foot trails. Open from May
through September Privately owned.

APPLING

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Camping Areas

KEG CREEK STATE.PARK, see

STATE PARKS this section.

MISTLETOE STATE PARK, see

STATE PARKS this section.

OLD PETERSBURG ROAD CAMP-

ING AREA, N. on US 221 to 3 miles

beyond junction of Georgia 104, then

1 mile N. on dirt road, on Clark Hill

Reservoir Tent and trailer camping,

boating and fishing . Privately owned.

Open year 'round.

ATHENS

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Attractions

FOUNDER'S MEMORIAL GARDEN,

Babcock Drive and Lumpkin Street A

memorial to the founders of the first

garden club m the United States (orga-

nized in 1891 by 12 ladies) Also

serves as headquarters of the Garden

Club of Georgia Garden open year

'round.

GEORGIA MUSEUM OF ART, on

University of Georgia campus. Houses

a permanent Holbrook art collection

and traveling collections throughout

the year Open seven days a week,

closed during Christmas holidays and

last two weeks in August

DOUBLE-BARRELED CANNON, on

City Hall lawn, is only one of its kind

in the world. Invented in 1863 for use

in the War Between the States, it was

to have fired two balls connected by a

chain simultaneously It failed to fire

accurately, however, and was relegated

to its present location as an object of

curiosity

THE TREE THAT OWNS ITSELF,

corner of Findley and Dearing Streets,

was deeded the land that extends from

the tree eight feet on all sides by an .

early University of Georgia professor

who used to delight in the comfort of

its shade.

UNIVERSITY PRESIDENT'S HOME.

570 Prince Avenue, is an outstanding

example of Greek Revtval architecture.

Built in 1856, the home has 14 Corin-

thian columns extending around the

three "sunny sides" of the structure.

Doric columns at the rear face a formal

nine-acre garden. Open on special

occasions.

Historical Sites THE TAYLOR-GRADY HOUSE, 634

The home of the president of the University of Georgia is an
outstanding example of Greek Revival arclutecture

Prince Avenue. Built in 1845. Its most famous occupant was Henry W. Grady, nationally acclaimed as "The Voice of the New South" and who was credited with having salved the wounds of the War Between the States Open Wednesday, Friday and Saturday afternoons.

Colleges and Universities UNIVERSITY OF GEORGIA, chartered in 1785. The first state university chartered and supported by State funds An institution of the University System of Georgia. Senior College offering graduate degrees.
Golf 9 holes at Green Hill Country Club, par 36. 9 holes at Revell Pines Country Club, par 34.
Tours ATHENS OF OLD TOURS are easy to follow do-it-yourself tours of the city's scenic, historical and educational attractions.
Annual Events TOUR OF HOMES. Late April.

ATLANTA

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Attractions

STATE CAPITOL BUILDING, Capitol

Square downtown One of the city's

most impressive structures. The dome

is covered with gold from the hills of

north Georgia The Georgia State

Museum of Science and Industry is

located on the fourth floor and features

displays and dioramas. Open Monday

through Friday from 8 00 a.m. to

4 30 p.m., Saturday from 9 00 a.m. to

5 00 p.m., Sunday 1 00 to 5 00 p.m.

Free.

GEORGIA DEPARTMENT OF ARCHIVES AND HISTORY, 330 Capitol Avenue, SE, houses the history of the State of Georgia from its earliest recorded times to the present Displays and exhibits. Elaborate stained-glass windows depict the rise and fall of the Confederacy Operated by State. Open Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 430 p .m. ATLANTA ZOO, Grant Park in Southeast Atlanta. The largest zoo in the State. Grounds and buildings open daily from 10 a.m. Buildings close at 5 p.m. and grounds close at 5 30 p.m. Operated by City of Atlanta. Closed Christmas and New Year's.

The Georg1a Center for Continuing

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Education is on the campus of the

University of Georgia.

CYCLORAMA, Grant Park in Southeast Atlanta, is a huge painting depicting the Battle of Atlanta in 1864. The canvas measures 50 feet in height, 400 feet in circumference and weighs 18,000 pounds. Lectures on half-hour daily from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. during the summer and from 9 a.m. to 5 30 p.m. during winter months. Operated by City of Atlanta. Closed Chirstmas and New Year's. FERNBANK SCIENCE CENTER, 156 Heaton Park, N.E. A unique educational facility open to the public The planetarium is the third largest in the nation. Other features of the center include an observatory, exhibit hall, forest and reference library. Open daily Operated by DeKalb Board of Education. MEMORIAL ARTS CENTER, 1280 Peachtree Street, N.E. , is a memorial to 122 Atlantans killed in a plane crash. The Center houses the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra, Atlanta School of Art, Alliance Theatre and the High Museum of Art The museum is open Monday through Saturday from lO a.m. to 5 p .m., Sundays from noon to 5 p.m. Free.
The Memorial Arts Center is the hub of Atlanta's cultural activities SWAN HOUSE, 3099 Andrews Drive, N.W. One of the most elaborate private residences ever built in Atlanta. Serves as headquarters for the Atlanta Historical Society The first floor period rooms are open for tours Monday through Friday from 10 30 a. m. to 3 30 p.m. and Sundays from l 30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. Closed Christmas and Thanksgiving. GOVERNOR'S MANSION, 391 W Paces Ferry Road, 1s the elegant home of Georgia's first family The whitecolumned mansion is furnished in the Federal period. Open to tours Tuesday through Thursday from l 0 a.m. to noon and Sundays from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. Free. ATLANTA STADIUM, 52 1 Capitol Avenue, S.E. Home of the Braves baseball team and Falcons football team. Open to the public Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

STONE MOUNTAIN PARK, easily reached via interstate hig hways. See STONE MOUNTAIN, this section. UNDERGROUND ATLANTA, Central Avenue and Old Alabama. Street A series of restored buildings now used as shops, restaurants, boutiques and quaint lounges . When a system of viaducts was installed in the 1920's the original buildings were left below street leveL One of Georgia's most unusual attractions. Open Monday through Saturday. THE OMNI at Techwood Viaduct is the home of the Atlanta Hawks basketball team and the Atlanta Flames hockey team. It also serves as the city's largest convention and entertainment facility
ATLANTA INTERNATIONAL RACEWAY, see HAMPTON this section. SIX FLAGS OVER GEORGIA, 10 minutes W. on Interstate 20 at Six Flags Road. A family entertainment park packed with rides, live shows, scenic beauty Operated by more than 1,500 college students, the park features live entertainment as well as more than 75 rides. Privately owned. Open weekends during spring and fall, daily during summer. One price admission for adults and children covers all rides, shows and a. !tractions.
Historical Sites WREN'S NEST, 1050 Gordon Street, S W, was the home of Joel Chandler Harris - "Georgia.'s Aesop" who created the famous Uncle Remus stories. When a. family of wrens nested in the mail-b ox, Harris named his home the Wren's Nest Open Monday through Saturday from 9 30 a.m. to 5 p.m., Sundays from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. DR MARTIN LUTHER KING, JR'S TOMB, 4 13 Auburn Avenue, NE, is beside the Ebenezer Baptist Church which he co-pa.stored with his father. Dr. King, winner of the Nobel prize for peace, is entombed here. Open daily ZERO MILE POST, under Central Avenue Bridge near Decatur Street, was erected in 1850 and marks the Southwestern terminus of the Western & Atlantic Railroad. This is the birthplace of the City of Atlanta.
Camping Areas ARROWHEAD CAMPGROUN D SIX FLAGS, lO miles W on Interstate 20

at Six Flags Road. Tent and trailer camping, swimming, playground Privately owned. Open year 'round AVALON MOTOR HOME COURT, 12 miles S on Interstate 75 at US 19 and 41 Recreational vehicles only, playground, swimming. Privately owned . Open year 'round. C & M VACATION TRAVEL TRAILER PARK, 19 miles S on US 41 and 19. Travel trailer only Privately owned Open year 'round. HALL'S HIDEAWAY, 19 miles Won Interstate 20, 7 miles N. on Georgia. 92, then 2 miles W on Ridge Road. Tent and travel trailer camping, golf, fishing Privately owned. Open year 'round . KOA - ATLANTA SOUTH, 15 miles S on Interstate 75. Tent and travel
Exciting rides and shows make Six Flags Over Georgia a favorite family entertainment center. trailer camping. Privately owned. Open year 'round. PLEASANT HILL ACRES CAMPING, 18 miles N.E. off Interstate 85 at Pleasant Hill Road exit. Recreational vehicles only Privately owned. Open year 'round. SOUTH ATLANTA MOBILE HOME PARK, Interstate 75 at US 19 and 41 Recreational vehicles only. Privately owned. Open year 'round. TRAIL-R-INN, 501 Connell Avenue, S W off Business Route 19 and 4 1 Travel trailer only Privately owned. Open year 'round. Golf 18 holes at Adams Park Golf Course, par 72. 18 holes at Bobby Jones Municipal Golf Course, par 71 . 9 holes at Candler Park Golf Course, par 32. 18 holes at North Fulton Golf Course, par 71. 9 holes at Piedmont Park Golf Course, par 34. 9 holes at John White Golf Club, par 36. 18 holes at Browns Mill Golf Club, par 72. Welcome Centers GEORGIA WELCO ME CENTER, Atlanta's Hartsfield International Airport, offers travel information. Open Monday through Friday Operated by Georgia Department of Community Development, Tourist Division. WELCOME CENTER, Peachtree

Underground Atlanta offers speCial shops, restaurants and fun

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attractions for the enlire family

Atlanta's Cyclorama depicts the
Battle of Atlanta 1n 1864.

Center Plaza Mall, offers information on the area. Open year 'round. Operated by Atlanta Convention and Visitors Bureau.
Tours
Marked do-it-yourself driving tours guide visitors to the city's scenic, historic and cultural attractions. Regularly scheduled tours by Gray Line of Atlanta and American Sightseeing, Inc.
Colleges and Universities ATLANTA BAPTIST COLLEGE, opened 1968 with a 500-acre metropolitan campus. Baptist-related Independent Senior College ATLANTA SCHOOL OF ART, INC, founded in 1928, now housed in Memorial Arts Center. O ffers a fouryear p rogram leading to Bachelor of Fine Arts degree. Independent Senior College ATLANTA UNIVERSITY, founded in 1865 in southwest Atlanta. Offers grad uate degrees only Independent G ra d uat e. CLARKE COLLEGE, Methodistrelated and a part of the Atlanta University complex in southwest Atlanta. Independent Senior College. EMORY UNIVERSITY, a 550-acre campus founded in 1836. Special features include an ancient history museum; original collection of Joel Chandler Harris "Uncle Remus" manuscripts and drawings; Wesley museum;
art gallery. Independent Senior College offering graduate degrees G EORGIA INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY, one of the foremost technological colleges in the nation and the largest in the South. Founded in 1888. Institution of the University System of Georgia Senior College offering graduate degrees.
GEORGIA STATE UNIVERSITY Fastgrowing urban complex with second
largest student body in University System Presently housed on 23 acres two blocks from Atlanta's famous Five Points. Art gallery open to public. Institution of the University System of Georgia Senior College offering graduate degrees. . INTERDENOMINATIONAL THEOLOGICAL CENTER, chartered in 1958 as a combination of six existing theological schools. Part of the Atlanta University comp lex. Independent Graduate. MERCER UNIVERSITY, SOUTHERN

SCHOOL OF PHARMACY - A downtown, three-year professional school estabhshed in 1903. Independent MOREHOUSE COLLEGE, a part of the Atlanta University complex in southwest Atlanta. Founded in 1867. Independent Senior College. MO RRIS BROWN COLLEGE, a part of the Atlanta University complex Founded in 1881 and sponsored by African Methodist Episcopal Church. Independent Senior College. OGLETHORPE UNIVERSITY, a 160acre campus on famed Peachtree Road. Established in 1835 and named fo r Georgia's founder, General James Edward Oglethorpe. Independent
Senior College offering graduate degrees SPELMAN COLLEGE, a part of the Atlanta University complex in southwest Atlanta. Founded in 188 1. Independent Senior College.
Annual Events Christmas performance presented by The Atlanta Ballet Co. and Atlanta Symphony Orchestra. December. PEACH BOWL FOOTBALL GAME, Atlanta Stadium Late December. FESTIVAL ATLANTA Late December. ATLANTA GOLF CLASSIC May DOGWOOD FESTIVAL, city-wide. A week of special events and fun saluting city's most famous trees. Beauty contest, concerts, parade, fashion shows, demonstrations. Mid-April TOUR OF HOMES AND GARDENS. April.
TULIP FESTIVAL, Hurt Park, April. SHRINE CIRCUS, City Auditorium April.

A polar bear performs for treats at the Grant Park Zoo in Atlanta.

PIEDMONT PARK ARTS FESTIVAL, Pied mont Park. May
SALUTE TO AMERICA PARADE, d owntown, claims the honor of being America's largest Independence Day parade July 4. WATERMELON DAY, Farmer's Market, salutes one of Georgia's favorite products. July
SOUTHEASTERN FAIR, Southeastern Fairgrounds. September

AUGUSTA

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Attractions

OLD GOVERNMENT HOUSE, 432

Telfa,ir Street Built in 18 10, the ante-

bellum structure is now the property

of the Augusta Junior League Open Tuesday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 3 p .m and Saturday from 9 a.m to noon. WARE'S FOLLY, 506 Telfair Street Now the Gertrude Herbert Memorial Institute of Art, the house was called "Ware's Folly" because of the large sum of $40, 000 spent in its construction m 18 18. Open Monday through Friday from 10 a.m to noon and 2 p.m to 5 p.m, Saturday and Sunday, 3 p .m to 5 p.m Closed December 18 through January 4.
A Celtic cross marks the site of
FOogrlteAthuogrupsetam, f1o7u3n5ded by General
AUGUSTA MUSEUM-Old Richmond Academy Building, 540 Telfair Street, houses archaeology, history, art, military and natural science collections. Erected in 1802, the buildmg was the home of the Academy of Richmond County, organized in 1785 and the first boys' high school in the country. A ball was given here in honor of a visit from George Washington. Open Tuesday through Saturday from 2 p.m to 6 p.m, Sunday from 2 p .m to 5 p m GARDEN CENTER, 598 Telfair Street, was originally the "Old Medical College;' built in 1835. C hartered in 1828, this was the first medical college in Georgia and one of the earliest in the South. Now headquarters of the Augusta Council of Garden Clubs. COTTON EXCHANGE BUILDING, 755 Reynolds Street, was the center of cotton trading in the area when Augusta streets were hned with bales being bought and sold. At one time, Augusta was the largest inland cotton market in the world. The building was used continuously until 1964. OLD SLAVE MARKET COLUMN, Broad at 5th Street Legend says a travehng minister was once refused permission to preach in the Market Place, went into a rage and declared that the Market Place would be destroyed and every stone would fall to the ground except one. He swore that whoever touched the remaining stone would be killed. In 1878 a cyclone destroyed the building, save one stone pillar. Numerous attempts were made to move the remaming pillar, but the preacher's curse persisted and each attempt resulted in men being injured, though no one was killed. It was moved as far as this

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The famed Masters Golf Tournament 1s a major annual
event 1n Augusta.

corner and no one would touch it again.
APPLEBY HOUSE, 2260 Walton Way, was built in 1830. It is now being used as a branch library with summer concerts in the garden. AUG USTA COLLEGE ADMINISTRATION BUILDING, 2500 Walton Way, formerly served as the Augusta Arsenal Building It was established in
1793 by order of General George Washington and the structure is decorated with artillery insignia
Historical Sites ST PAUL'S EPISCOPAL CHURCH AND SITE OF FORT AUGUSTA, 605 Reynolds Street General Oglethorpe established Aug usta in 1735 on the present site of St Paul's Church. A Celtic Cross marks the location of Fort Augusta, known during the Revolution as Fort Cornwallis.
CONFEDERATE MONUMENT, Broad Street between 7th and 8th Streets, is a 76-foot marble shaft containing lifesize figures of Confederate heroes. SIGNER'S MONUMENT, Greene Street at Monument Street, is a 50-foot monument of Stone Mountain g ranite,
honoring Georgia's signers of the Declaration of Independence: Lyman Hall, George Walton and Button Gwinnett Hall and Walton are interred here. FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH, built in 181 2, was served by the Reverend Joseph R Wilson during the boyhood of his son, Wood row Wilson. The Wilsons lived nearby in the manse at the corner of 7th and Telfair Streets. MACKAY HOUSE, 1822 Broad Street, was built prior to 1750 and used by the British as a fort d uring a Revolutionary War battle. Thirteen wounded Americans were hanged from the staircase. Authentic 18th century furnishings, Revolutionary museum, Indian artifacts. A Georgia Historical Commission site. Open Tuesday through Saturday from l 0 a.m. to 5 30 p.m., Sundays from 2 p. m. to 5 30 p .m Closed Mondays Free MEADOW GARDEN, 1320 Nelson Street, was the residence of George Walton, one of the Georgia signers of the Declaration of Indepen-
dence. Owned by Daughters of American Revolution. Open daily from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m CONFEDERATE POWDER WORKS, 1717 Goodrich Street, stands in front of the Sibley Mill as a monument to

Confederate dead. The obelisk chimney, 176 feet high, is all that remains of the Confederate Powder Works, which once manufactured more than two million pounds of gunpowder. FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH, 409 8th Street at Greene Street, was the founding site of the Southern Baptist Convention in 1845. The church was founded in 18 17 as the Augusta Baptist Praying Society Lakes CLARK HILL RESERVOIR, 22 miles N. on the Savannah River. The dam, over a mile long, is 200 feet high. Excellent fishing, boating, hunting and recreational areas. A US. Corp s of Engineers lake. NEW SAVANNAH BLUFF LOCK AND DAM, 12 miles S on Savannah River Fishing for shad, ocean striper,
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Th e Old Medical College of Georgia was founded in 1828.
bream, yellow perch and jack. Picnic facilities. Welcome Center GEORGIA WELCOME CENTER, Interstate 20 approximately l/3 mile W of Georgia-South Carolina state line, offers travel information, picnic facilities and rest area. Operated by Georgia Department of Community Development, Tourist Division. Open year 'round except Thanksgiving and December 25 and 26. Colleges and Universities AUGUSTA COLLEGE. Built on the former site of the early 19th century Augusta Arsenal. Six of the original buildings remain on the sides of a quadrangle, which once enclosed a parade ground The college was established in 1910. Institution of the University System of Georgia Senior College. MEDICAL COLLEGE OF GEORGIA - The college and its teaching hospital, Eugene Talmadge Memorial Hospital, train not only physicians, but also dentists, nurses and specialists in allied health sciences. Founded in 1828 as a medical academy for the State. Institution of the University System of Georgia Graduate. Golf 18 holes at Augusta Golf Course, par

72. 18 holes at Green Meadows Golt Club, par 72. 18 holes at Midland Valley Country Club, par 71. 18 holes at Goshen C ountry Club, par 72.
Annual Events TOUR OF HOMES AND GARDENS. Spring ANTIQUES FAIR, City Auditorium Mid-January CAMELLIA SHOW, Georgia Railroad Bank. Late February MASTERS GOLF TOURNAMENT, Aug usta National Country Club. Early ApriL EXCHANGE CLUB FAIR, fairgrounds. Late October. ROSE SHOW, Daniel Village Branch, Georgia Railroad Bank. Late ApriL

A US TELL

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Golf

9 holes at Lithia Springs Golf C ourse,

par 34.

AVONDALE ESTATES Gnd F-6 Golf 9 holes at American Legion Golf
Course, par 35. 9 holes at Forest Hills
Golf Club, par 34.

BARNESVILLE

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Hunting A reas REDBONE FARMS HUNTING PRE-

SERVE, 3 miles S on US 41 then 2

miles on Community House Road,

features quail and dove hunting.

Hunters wishing to fly in may use the

3,000-foot grassed landing strip at the

farm Hunting during season. Privately

owned.

Camping Areas

PONDEROSA PARK CAMP-

GROUND, 12 miles E, enter from In-

terstate 75 at High Falls Exit Tent and

trailer camping, swimming, fishing. Privately owned. Open year 'round.

Golf

9 holes at Barnesville Golf Club, par 36.

Colleges and Universities

GORDON JUNIOR COLLEGE Named for Confederate General John

B. Gordon in 1852. Institution of the

University System of Georgia. Junior

College

BREMEN

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Golf

9 holes at Maple Lakes Golf Course,

par 37.

BUFORD

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Lakes

BUFORD DAM, 5 miles N.W of town,

The Ma ckay House gmned promi-

nence during a Revolutionary War engagement in 1780

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fo rms the Lake Sidney Lanier Reservoir, the most visited US. Corp s of Engineers lake in the United States. The reservoir covers 47, 200 acres.
Camping Areas BIG CREEK PUBLIC USE AREA, 2 m!les N. on US 23, then 2 m!les S on Holiday Road to sign; on Lake Sidney Lanier. Tent and trailer camping, swimming, fishing, boat ramp. 25 acres. Operated by U S Corps of Engineers Open year 'round. BURTON MILL PUBLIC USE AREA, 5 miles N. on US 23, W on paved road; on Lake Sidney Lanier. Tent and trailer camping, hiking, fishing, boat ramp. 43 acres. Operated by US. Corps of Engineers. Open year 'round. SHOAL CREEK CAMPING AREA, 2 miles N.W off Bufo rd Dam Road; on Lake Sidney Lanier. Tent and trailer camping, hiking, swimming, fishing, boat ramp. 154 acres. Operated by US . Corps of Engineers Open year 'round. VAN PUGH PUBLIC USE AREA, 5 m!les N. on U.S 23, then Won paved road, follow signs; on Lake Sidney Lanier Tent and trailer camping, hiking, swimming, fishing, boat ramp. 104 acres. Operated by US Corps of Engineers. Open year 'round.

CARROLLTON

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Camping Area

JOHN TANNER STATE PARK, see

STATE PARKS this section.

Colleges and Universities WEST GEORGIA COLLEGE- Established in 1933 as a two-year college. Became a senior college in 1957. Institution of the University System of Georgia Senior College offering graduate degrees.

CHAMBLEE

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Golf

18 holes at the Par 3 Golf Club, par 54.

CLARKSTON

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Colleges and Universities

DEKALB COLLEGE - Georgia's

largest non-residential two-year college.

Founded in 1963. Independent Junior

College.

COLLEGE PARK

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Golf

9 holes at the G ordon Morris Memorial

Golf Course, par 36.

COMMERCE

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Camping Areas

THE GAMECOCK CAMPGROUND,

2 miles S of Interstate 85 on US 441. 22 acres. Tent and trailer camping. Privately owned. Open year 'round. MARTIN TRAILER CAMP, 2-l/2 miles N on US. 441 to Junction with Georgia 59, then 2-1/4 miles NE. on Georgia 59. 133 acres. Tent and trailer camping. Privately owned. Open year 'round.
Golf 9 holes at Commerce Golf and Country Club, par 36.

The Monastery of the Holy Ghost near Conyers welcomes v1sitors to its buildings and grounds.

CONYERS

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Attraction

MONASTERY OF THE HOLY

GHOST, 8 miles SW via Georgia 138

and 212. Founded in 1944 by a group

of monks who practice self-sufficiency,

cultivating their own food and pro-

viding their necessities. Men may visit

inside monastery from 10 a.m. to

noon; winter, 2:30 to 4:30 p.m., sum-

mer, 3 30 to 5:30 p.m. Women may

attend services in church only

Golf 18 holes at Highland Golf Club, par 72.

COVINGTON

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Attractions

ANTEBELLUM HOMES are found in

many areas of this city. These stately

mansions endured the strife of the War

Between the States. Although they are

now privately owned, visitors may see

them as they drive through the city

Lakes

LAKE JACKSON, 20 miles S, offers

swimming, fishing, boating, water ski-

ing. A Georgia Power Company lake

CRAWFORDVILLE

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Camping Areas

ALEXANDER H STEPHENS STATE

PARK, see STATE PARKS this section.

Historical Sites

ALEXANDER H STEPHENS MU-

SEUM, on Georgia 22 within city

limits. The antebellum home of the

vice-president of the Confederacy

Museum located in Alexander H

Stephens State Park.

Carrollton's West Georgia College was established in 1933.

DALLAS

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Historical Sites

NEW HOPE CHURCH MONUMENT

marks the spot of a crucial battle in

the War Between the States where

General John B. Hood's Confederate

Corps met General Joseph Hooker's

20th Army Corps of the Union Army

Golf 9 holes at Nebo Golf Club, par 36.

DECATUR

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Colleges and Universities

AGNES SCOTT COLLEGE Women's college founded in 1889.

Lecture and concert series (September-

May) is open to public, along with

Dalton Galleries of Art Independent Senior College.

COLUMBIA THEOLOGICAL SEM-

INARY -Only Presbyterian seminary

in Georgia. Founded in 1828, the

seminary is on a 57-acre campus eight

miles from downtown Atlanta. Independent Graduate.

Golf 18 holes at Clifton Springs Golf

Course, par 54. 18 holes at Golfmore

Golf Club, par 54.

DOUGLASVILLE

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Camping Areas

HALL'S HIDEAWAY CAMPING

AREA, 6- l/2 miles N. on Georgia 92.

1-3/4 miles W on Ridge Road, then

l/4 mile S. on dirt road. Tent and

trailer camping, fishing. 40 acres.

Privately owned. Open year 'round.

EAST POINT

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Colleges and Universities

ATLANTA CHRISTIAN COLLEGE -

A four-year Bible college opened in

1937. Both credit and non-credit

courses offered to public in evenings.

Church of Christ-related. Independent

Senior College.

EATONTON

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Attractions

BR'ER RABBIT STATUE, on court-

house lawn, is a colorful likeness of

one of Uncle Remus' most famous friends.

ROCK EAGLE 4-H CENTER, 9 m!les N via US 129, is the world's largest youth camp of its kind.

Historical Sites UNCLE REMUS MUSEUM, downtown. Represents the slave cabin

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The lovable Uncle Remus and his "critters" are 1mmortai1Zed in the Uncle Remus Museum.

setting of Joel Chandler Harris' stones about Uncle Remus and his famous "cntters: OpP-n 9 a.m. to noon and l p.m. to 5 p.m. daily except December and January when it's open on weekends only ROCK EAGLE EFFIGY. Rock Eagle 4-H Center, is a huge rock formation made from m!lky quartz. The Indwnmade effigy measures l 02 feet from head to tall and 120 feet from wing tip to wing tip. Observation tower Open year 'round
Camping Areas . LAKE SINCLAIR CAMPING AREA, lO m1les S on US 129, l mile S.E. on Georgia 212, l mile E. on county road, then l/4 mile N. on forest road. Tent and trailer camping . 16 acres. Swimming, fishing, boat ramp, water sklmg, nature trails . Operated by U S Forest Service. Open year 'round. OCONEE SPRINGS PARK, approximately 15 miles N.E. on Georgia 16 then right at s1gn fo r three miles and left at sign for 2 miles, offers camp sites, mineral sp rings, fishing, sklmg Operated by Putnam County Open year 'round .
Golf 9 holes at Pine Knoll Golf Club, par 36.
Annual Events PUTNAM COUNTY DAIRY FESTIVAL, downtown, honors the state's dairy industry with a parade, beauty contest and special events. June

Elberton, famous for its monumental granite, offers free tours of plants and quarries.

ELBERTON

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Attractions

GRANITE CENTER, Georgia 17 and

Georgia 72, offers free tour of granite

quarries and plants in the area, Mon-

day through Friday at 2 p.m. from

May 15 through October 15. Elberton

furnishes one-third of the monumental

granite used in the United States.

Camping Areas

BOBBY BROWN STATE PARK, see

STATE PARKS this section.

FAYETTEVILLE

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Attractions

F IFE HOUSE, 140 W Lanier. The

only unaltered antebellum home in

the county Housed the faculty and

Fort Valley IS covered in a blanket of pink blossoms when the p each
trees bloom In the spring.

students of the Fayetteville Academy (1855-1 857), which \vas attended by the fictional Scarlett O'Hara m Margaret Mllchell's Gone with the Wind The bell in the Fayetteville Methodist C hurch steeple IS from ihe original Academy MARGARET MITCHELL LIBRARY. located adjacent to site of origmal Fayetteville Academy between Georgia 85 (S Glynn Street) and Lee Street and 500 feet S of courthouse It was begun by M1ss Mitchell and seven ladies from Fayetteville in the early 1930's. It was originally furnished with many books M1ss Mitchell rounded up from her friend s. It has one of the largest author-autographed collections of any library its size (14,000 volumes), and one of the most complete Civil War reference libraries for its size.
Historical Sites FAYETTE COUNTY COURTHOUSE, on square downtown, built m 1825. The oldest continuously used courthouse in Georgia It is typical of the early courthouses built m the State, comp lete with a clock tower. Building still used as the county courthouse. Open Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday from 8 a.m. to 4 30 p m., Wednesday and Saturday from 8 a.m to noon. Free.
Golf 27 holes at Flint Acres Golf Course, par 71

FORSYTH

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Colleges and Universities

TIFT COLLEGE-Affiliated with the

Georgia Baptist Convention. A 500-

acre campus founded in 1849.

Independent Senior College.

Golf

9 holes at Forsyth Golf C lub, par 72,

two sets of tees.

Annual Events

MONROE COUNTY FAIR September.

FORT VALLEY

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Attractions

NATIONAL CAMELLIA SOCIETY

HEADQUARTERS, Massee Lane

Farms, 5 miles S on Georg1a 49. From

Interstate 75 S exit at Byron onto Georgia 49. The National Camellia Society Headquarters has an extensive camellia library and a Boehm porcelain bird collection, as well as a vast garden of camellias. Blossoms are at their best from January 15 to March 15. Gardens open during daylight hours daily, year 'round. PEAC HES and Fort Valley are synonymous. This is the heart of Georgia's p each production area. Blossoms are at their best in mid-March. Fruit available June through August Travel U S 34 1 for best views.
Camping Areas HOUSER MILL PARK CAMPING AREA, intersection of Interstate 75 and Georgia 96. Overnight camping. Privately owned. Open year 'round. RAINBOW PARK, 2 miles W of Interstate 75 and Georgia 96. Travel trailer parking. Privately owned. Open year 'round. SHADY REST TRAILER PARK, l/2 mile E. of Interstate 75 on Georgia 49. Travel trailer parking. Privately owned.
Lakes HOUSER MILL LAKE, 2 miles W of Interstate 75 on Georgia 96. Fishing, swimming and picnicking on 188-acre
lake. Scheduled opening early 1972.

GREENSBORO

G rid I-7

Camping Areas

OCONEE RIVER CAMPING AREA,

12-l/4 mlles N.W on Georgia 15.

Tent and trailer camping, nature trails,

fishing, boating. 4 acres. Operated

by U.S Forest Service. Open

year 'round.

GRIFFIN

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Golf

18 holes at Griffin Municipal Golf

Course, par 72.

Hamilton-on -the-Square, a restored turn-of-the-century town, features umque shops and museums

HAMILTON

Grid C -10

Attractions

H AMILTON-ON -THE -SQ UAR E

A collection of shops and museums

with an 1800's flavor, featuring one

of the world's largest general store

museums. Also Museum of Auto-

mobiles, Antique and Craft Shops

Open lO a.m. to 6 p.m. , seven days a

week. Open year 'round.

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Camping Areas KENCLIFF TRAILER PARK, 6 miles S. on Georgia 27. Recreational vehicles, fishing, playground, swimming pooL Privately owned. Open May 1 through November 30.

Atlanta international Raceway is famed for its annual stock car events.

HAMPTON

Grid F-8

Attractions

ATLANTA INTERNATIONAL RACE-

WAY, 2 miles S.W on US. 41, is a

1-l/2 mile paved oval track featuring

two major Grand National race events

annually. NASCAR and FI.A Sanc-

tioned. Stockholder owned.

Annual Events

ATLANTA 500 RACE. Early Spring.

DIXIE 500 RACE. Mid-Summer.

HOGANSVILLE

Grid C-9

Camping Areas

FLAT CREEK CAMPGROUND, 2 mi.

S. on Hogansville-Mountville Rd. Tent

and trailer camping. Privately owned.

INDIAN SPRINGS

Grid : G-8

Camping Areas

INDIAN SPRINGS STATE PARK, see

STATE PARKS this section.

JACKSON

Grid G-8

Camping Areas

HIGH FALLS STATE PARK, see

STATE PARKS this section.

JEFFERSON

Grid H-5

Historical Sites

CRAWFORD W LONG MUSEUM,

downtown, sits on the site of Dr. Long's

office where he performed the first

operation with ether. Displays include

the doctor's personal possessions,

photographs and a story of the

development of anaesthesia. A Georgia

Historical Commission Site. Open

Tuesday through Saturday from 9 a.m.

to 5 30 p.m. and Sunday from 1 p .m.

to 5:30 p.m. Closed Mondays . Free.

JONESBORO

Grid: E-7

Attractions

LION COUNTRY SAFARI, W of Inter-

state 75 (approximately 20 miles S. of

Atlanta) between the interchanges of

Georgia 138 and Hudson Bridge

Road. Enter from Jonesboro-Stock-

bridge Road. Lion Country Safari

features lions and other African animals

in a simulated veldt. The animals may

be viewed in natural surroundings by

people motoring along winding trails

in their own cars.

Golf 18 holes at Lakeshore Country Club,
par 72. 9 holes at Riverside Golf Club, par 36

KENNESAW

Grid D-5

Historical Sites

THE GENERAL, housed at Big Shanty

Museum, is the famous Civil War

locomotive involved in the "Great

Locomotive Chase." Open year 'round.

KNOXVILLE

Grid G-1 1

Attractions

JOANNA TROUTMAN MONUMENT,

downtown, honors the memory of the

designer of the Lone Star Flag

of Texas.

LAGRANGE

Grid C-9

Historical Sites

"BELLEVUE," 204 Ben Hill Street. was

acquired by US Senator Benjamin H

Hill in 1853 and served as his home

for a number of years . Later, Hill was

arrested here by Federal soldiers.

Beautiful "Bellevue" was once the home of US. Senator Benjamin H Hlll.
On a more festive occasion, Jefferson Davis entertained here. Open daily.

Attractions CALLAWAY MEMORIAL TOWER. Truitt and 4th Avenue. Patterned after the famous Campanile of St. Mark's Square in Venice, Italy. Built in 1929 as a tribute to the memory of Fuller E. Callaway, Sr.
Colleges and Universities LAGRANGE COLLEGE- Immortal-
ized in Margaret Mitchell's Gone With The Wind as the alma mater of Aunt Pittypat Founded in 183 1. Methodistrelated. Independent. Senior College.
Annual Events SIDEWALK ART SHOW, downtown
Mid-August. RUBAN HARVEST STREET SALE, downtown Last Saturday in September. TURKEY SHOOT Saturday before
Thanksgiving Day. DOVE SHOOTS. During dove season.

LAWRENCEVILLE

Grid G-5

Golf

9 holes at Pine Ridge Golf Course, par

36. 9 holes at Windy Hill Golf Course,

par 36.

LINCOLNTON

Grid L-6

Lakes CLARK HILL RESERVOIR, see

Augusta.

Camping Areas

BROAD RIVER CAMPING AREA,

18 miles N. on Georgia 79 at Broad

River; on Clark Hill Reservo1r. Tent and trailer camping, swimming, fishing,

boat ramp. 23 acres. Operated by U.S Corps of Engineers. Open year

'round.

BUSSEY POINT CAMPING AREA,

3 miles S W on Double Branches to parking area, 4-l/2 miles pack trail

to camp, or accessible by boat; on Clark Hill Reservoir. Tent camping,

hiking, swimming, fishing, boating.

Operated by U.S Corps of Engineers. Open year 'round.

CLAY HILL CAMPING AREA, S. on Georgia 43, then 3 miles E. of Amity

on dirt road; on Clark Hill Reservoir. Tent and trailer camping, swimming,

fishing, boat ramp. 213 acres. Operated by US Corps of Engineers. Open year 'round.

ELIJAH CLARK MEMORIAL STATE

PARK, see STATE PARKS this section.

HESTERS FERRY CAMPING AREA,

13 miles N.E. on Georgia 79, 5 miles

E. on dirt road ; on Clark Hill Reservoir.

Tent and trailer camping, swimming,

fishing, boat ramp. 2 13 acres.

Operated by US Corps of Engineers

Open year 'round.

MURRY CREEK CAMPING AREA,

6 miles N. on Georgia 79, 1-l/2 miles

paved and 1-l/2 miles dirt roads;

on Clark Hill Reservoir. Tent and

trailer camping, swimming, fishing,

b oat ramp. Operated by U.S Corps of Engineers Open year 'round.

RAYS VILLE BRIDGE CAMPING AREA, 10 miles S on Georgia 43,

W at Little River; on Clark Hill Reservoir Tent and trailer camping, swim-

ming, fishing, boat ramp. 91 acres.

Operated by US Corp s of Engineers

Open year 'round.

LOGANVILLE

Grid G-6

Golf

18 holes at Overlook Golf Course,

par 72.

LOUISVILLE

Grid L-9

Historical Sites

OLD MARKET, downtown, erected

in 1758, antedates the town of

Louisville. A bell cast in France in 1772

hangs in the tower.

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Louisville's Old Market was

erected in 1758.

Ocmulgee National Mon um ent is on e of the most important In dian restorations in the East.

O NE-TIME CAPITAL OF GEORG IA, Louisville served fro m 1796 to 1805 as the State's government-center.
Golf 9 holes at Louisville G olf C lub, p ar 36.

MACON

Grid H-10

Historical Sites

FORT BENJAMIN HAWKINS, on U S

80 E. A reconstructed blockhouse of

the style that was built when the

Federal government established the

first modern settlement here in 1806.

Open Sundays from 2 p.m. to 6 p m.

OCMULG EE NATIONAL MONU-

MENT, E. on U S 80. The largest

archaeological restoration of ancient

Indian civilization to be found in the

East. The museum, mounds and

lodges detail the life-styles of six

d ifferent g roups ofInd ians that occupied

the area from 8000 B.G to 171 7 AD.

The ceremonial earthlodge is believed

to be the oldest public building in the

United States. Open d aily from 8 30

a.m. to 5 p.m Closed Christmas.

Operated by National Parks Service.

CANNONBALL HOUSE, 856 Mul-

berry Street, was built in 1853 and

was struck by a cannonb all d uring

the Federal attack on Macon in 1864.

O pen Tuesd ay through Friday from

10 30 a.m to 12 30 p.m and 3 p.m. to

5 30 p m., Saturday and Sunday from

2 p .m to 5 p .m.

SIDNEY LANIER C OTTAGE, 935

High Street, is the birthplace of the

South's most beloved poet-Sidney

Lanier. Tours by appointment only.

The ltal1an Renaissance-style Hay House is filled with rare furmshings.
Attractions HAY HO USE, 934 Georgia Avenue, is a 24-room Italian Renaissance mansion built in the 1850's. Priceless furnishings, secret room and 19 marble mantels. Open Tuesday through Saturday from 10 30 a.m to l p. m and 2 30 p .m to 5 30 p. m Closed holid ays MARK SMITH PLANETARIUM, 4 182

Forsyth Road, is the second largest in the Southeast. It is housed at the Macon Museum of Arts and Sciences. Public show at 3 p.m. on Sundays. GRAND OPERA HO USE, 65 1 Mulberry Street, has the largest stage in the United States. Built in 1906 and recently restored, the structure is the center for performing arts in middle Georg ia. AVENUE OF FLAG S, Poplar Street, features the flag of each state, as well as the territorial flags of the United States. MONUMENT TO WOMEN OF THE C O NFEDERAC Y, Poplar Street, is the first monument of its kind ever erected.
Camping Areas TOBESOFKEE RECREATIO N AREA, Thomaston Road exit off Interstate 475 and follow signs. Tent and trailer camping, zoo, swimming, boating, fishing, picnic areas, playground. Three parks. Operated by Bibb County Open year 'round.
ABINA FOHA CAMPGRO UND, from junction with Interstate 75, 4 miles W on Georgia 74, then 3 miles S W on Lower Thomaston Road . Tent and trailer camping, swimming pool, fishing, p layground, hiking Privately owned . Open year 'round .
MEREDITH TRAILER COURT, 5 miles S on Business Route 41 and Georgia 11. Travel trailer camping. Privately owned. Open year 'round.
Welcome Center MACON WELCOME CENTER, on Interstate 75, offers travel information, picnic facilities and rest area. Operated by Greater Macon Area Chamber of Commerce.
Colleges and Universitie s MACON JUNIOR COLLEGE Chartered in 1965. Housed in eight modern buildings on a 176-acre campus. Institution of the University System of Georgia Junior College MERCER UNIVERSITY- Called the "School of Statesmen;' Mercer moved to its present location in 1873 after its beginning at Penfield in 1833. Baptistrelated. Independent. Senior College offering g raduate degrees. WESLEYAN COLLEGE-Founded in 1836, Wesleyan became the first college in the world chartered to grant a degree to women. Independent. Senior C ollege.
Golf 18 holes at Bowden Municipal G olf C ourse, par 72.
Tours Marked do-it-yourself tours lead visitors to Macon's historic and scenic att rac tion s .
Annual Events WINTER ARTS FESTIVAL, Westgate Shopping Center January MACON BOAT AND CAMPING SHOW, Coliseum January

GEORGIA STATE FAIR, Central City Park (Ga. State Fairg rounds) October

MADISON

Grid H-7

Historical Sites HISTO RIC HO MES abound in

Madison, a city chartered in 1809 and located on an old stagecoach road . Owner-maintained antebellum homes may be seen by visitors with

the use of a map-keyed brochure for use as visitors drive along the treelined streets Wittich House, presently

owned by the Morgan C ounty Historical Society, is an original settler's

cottage built prior to 18 10 and used as the first Grand Jury Room

PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH, S Main Street, was built in the early 1800's in Old English style The church has beautiful Tiffany wind ows and a silver

communion service, which was stolen

d uring the War Between the States and later returned by order of General Slocum It is still used today

Attractions CASULON PLANTATION was the manor house of an old 10,000-acre plantation with b oxwood gardens The plantation house and 16 acres are undergoing restoration and are op en to the public Lectured tours may be arranged through the Morgan County Historical Society

Annual Events TOURS O F HO MES AND GARD ENS December and Spring

FLEA MARKET-ANTIQUE BAZAAR. Second Saturday and Sunday of each month.

A treasury of well-preserved anteb ellum h omes hiles the streets of Madison.

MARIETTA

Grid E-5

Attractions

YOUTH MUSEUM, 3 miles from

city square off Dallas Highway at

Cheatham Hill Road. Presents imagina-

tive displays of the Amencan way of

life, with heavy emphasis on the

interests of youth Permanent outdoor

exhibits. Open Mond ay through Friday

from 2 p.m to 3 p.m, Sundays from

2 p.m. to 5 p m.

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Milledgeville's Old Governor's
Mansion served as the home of Georgia governors for 40 years.

Historical Sites KENNESAW MOUNTAIN NATIONAL BATTLEFIELD PARK, Old US 41 and Stilesboro Road, commemorates the Battle of Kennesaw Mountain, one of the decisive battles in the War Between the States . Museum with slide presentation and exhibits, 18 miles of hiking trails, picnic facilities. O perated by National Parks Service Open daily from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Closed Christmas Day
Camping Areas BLUE SPRING S MOBILE HOME PARK, 10 miles N. off U S 41 Recreational vehicles only Pool, playground. Privately owned. O pen year 'round. CHALKER' S TRAILER PARK, 5 miles N. on Cherokee Street (Kennesaw) Recreational vehicles only Privately owned. Open year 'round. HAVEN HILLS MOBILE HOME PARK, 10 miles N. on US 4 1. Recreational vehicles only. Privately owned. Open year 'round. KENNESAW KAMPER, 2517 N. Four Lane Hig hway Recreational vehicles only Privately owned. Open year 'round.

mile N. and follow signs. Recreational vehicle camping, boating, fishing, boat
ramp Privately owned. Open year 'round.

MILLEDGEVILLE

Grid I-9

Historical Sites

OLD STATE CAPITOL, now rebuilt

and a part of Georgia Military Col-

lege, was used from 1807 to 1867.

Milledgeville was laid out in 1803 as

the state capital and today retains its

original plan of parallel streets. Open

daily from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Free.

OLD GOVERNOR'S MANSION, on

US. 441, downtown. Served as the

home of l 0 Georgia governors for

some 40 years. Built in 1838, the

mansion is a superb example of Greek

Revival architecture. Restored in 1967.

Open Tuesday through Saturday from

10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Sunday from 2 p.m.

to 5 p m. Closed Mondays

Milledgeville Country Club Septem ber

MITCHELL

Grid K-9

Camping Areas

HAMBURG STATE PARK, see

STATE PARKS this section.

MONROE

Grid H-6

Golf

18 holes at Monroe Golf and Country

Club, par 72.

Annual Events WALTON COUNTY FAIR, fairg rounds E. on Georgia 83. October

MONTEZUMA

Grid F-1 2

Attractions

GEORGIA'S LAST FERRY, 8 miles

N. on Georgia 127 at Flint River, is a

reminder of travels in earlier days

In operation daily

Lakes

LAKE SINCLAIR, between Milledge-

ville and Eatonton, offers good fishing and boating in its 15,330-acre reservoir

Georgia's last ferry still conveys tra velers across the Flint River

Camping Areas PAGE'S CAMPING AREA, 7 miles N. on U.S 441, then l/4 mile E. on
Marina Road. Travel trailer camping, swimming, fishing, hunting Privately

MONTICELLO

Grid H-8

Golf

9 holes at Hunter Pope Country

Club, par 36.

The Kennesaw National Battlefield Park recounts
the story of this decisive ba ttle 1n 1864.

owned. Open April !-November l
Colleges and Universities GEO RGIA MILITARY COLLEGE -

MORROW

Grid E-7

Colleges and Universities

CLAYTON JUNIOR COLLEGE -

Colleges and Universities

Historic campus points of interest

Founded in 1969, and already the

KENNESAW JUNIOR COLLEGE,

include the administration building,

largest junior college in the University

located on 152 acres of woodland

once the State Capitol; and the

System. !54 acres. Institution of the

about 20 miles from Atlanta. Founded

present auditorium at the site of

University System of Georgia. Junior

in 1965. Institution of the University

Georgia's Secession Convention. Inde- College

System of Georgia Junior College. SOUTHERN TECHNICAL INSTITUTE, a technical school administered by Georgia Institute of Technology. Established in 1948 in Chamblee, moved to present location in 1961. An institution of the University System

pendent Junior College
GEORGIA COLLEGE- Established in 1889 as Georgia Normal and Industrial College. Georgia's Old Governor's Mansion is official residence for the college president. Institution of the University System of Georgia. Senior College.

NEWNAN

Grid D-8

Attractions

Antebellum homes are found through-

out the city Although privately owned,

they may be seen on a driving tour

of residential areas.

of Georgia Senior College.
Golf 9 holes at Marietta West Golf Club, par

Annual Events HORSE SHOW. May INVITATIONAL GOLF TOURNA-

Golf
18 holes at Newnan Country Club, par 72.

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29. 18 holes at Par 56 Golf Course, par MENT, Milledgeville Country C lub.

Annual Events

56. 18 holes at Westwood Golf Club,

August

POWER'S CROSSROADS

par 71.

LABOR DAY GOLF TOURNAMENT, COUNTRY FAIR AND ART FES-

Annual Events INDEPENDENCE DAY PARADE, d owntown. July 4. CHRISTMAS TREE LIGHTING, downtown. Day after Thanksgiving.

TIVAL, approximately lO miles E. on Georgia 34, is the South's largest arts and crafts show Early September HORSE SHOW, Coweta County Fairgrounds July 4. COWETA COUNTY FAIR, Fair-

MIDVILLE

Grid M- 10

grounds. Third week in September

Camping Areas

COLEMAN LAKE CAMP AND

OXFORD

Grid G-7

TRAILER PARK, I mileS. on Georgia

Attractions

56, 2 miles W. on country road , then l

SENEY HALL, Ad ministration Building

Powers Crossroads Country Fa1r

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and Art Festival features arts, crafts

and garden delicacies.

Callaway Gardens, one of America's finest resorts, features flowers, golf and year-round activities.

of Oxford College In the belfry is a bell given to an early president of the college by Queen Victoria when he visited Europe in 1851 Emory College, now Emory University, was chartered here in 1836. "PRINCE OF THE FOREST" is a 200-year-old white oak tree that owns itself by deed of the town Commission in 1929. Also known as the "Yarbrough Oak" for the family which originally owned it
Historical Sites ORNA VILLA, built in 1830. The oldest house in Oxford. Once hosted President Millard Fillmore
Colleges and Universities OXFORD COLLEGE OF EMORY UNIVERSITY- A two-year college on the original Emory campus in the historic town of Oxford. Of particular interest are Seney Hall and its famous bell; Oxford Cemetery; "Oma Villa," and the "Yarbrough Oak" Independent Junior College

PERRY

Grid H-1 2

Camping Areas

F & M FAMILY CAMPGROUND,

5 miles W. on Georgia 127 from Perry-

Marshall exit on Interstate 75, then

2 miles N. on dirt road. Tent and trailer camping, fishing, boating, playground. 40 acres. Privately owned. Open year 'round. HOUSERS MILL PARK, 3/4 mile E. of junction of Interstate 75 and Georgia 96. Tent and trailer camping, swimming pool, fishing. 7-l/2 acres. Privately owned. Open year 'round. PERRY TRAILER PARK, from junction with US 41, l mile Won

US 341 to Perimeter Drive, then l block N. Tent and trailer camping, swimming pooL 6-l/2 acres. Privately owned. Open year 'round. RAINBOW PARK, 5 miles N off Interstate 75 at Housers Mill Road, then l mile W. Recreational vehicle camping, swimming, playground, fishing Pri-

vately owned. Open year 'round. SAFARI CAMPGROUND, 200 yards W of Interstate 75 on Georgia 127 . Tent and trailer camping, playground, swimming pooL Privately owned. Open year 'round.

Annual Events ANTIQUES AT THE CROSSROADS SHOW AND SALE National Guard Armory Early February

PINE MOUNTAIN

Grid C-10

Attractions

CALLAWAY GARDENS, on US 27.

A 2,500-acre family resort famous for its wildflowers of the Southern Appalachian. Miles of scenic drives, walking trails and display greenhouses, 63 holes of golf, 175-acre fishing lake, horseback riding, quail hunting on a 1,000-acre preserve (October ! March 31) and skeet and trap shooting. From April through September, a mile-long beach is open with rides for the entire family Accommodations include a 365-room Holiday Inn and 155 cottages. Open year 'round. Privately owned.
Camping Areas FRANKLIN D. ROOSEVELT STATE PARK, see STATE PARKS this section. DAVIS LAKE CAMPGROUND, l mile S on US 27 and 2 miles E. on Georgia 354. Travel trailer camping, swimming, playground, riding, fishing, boating. Open weekends only from April l to June l and from Labor Day to October l. Open daily from June l to Labor Day
Golf 9 holes at Sky View Golf Course (Callaway Gardens), par 31 18 holes at Gardens View Golf Course (Callaway Gardens), par 72.
18 holes at Lakeview Golf Course (Callaway Gardens), par 70. 18 holes at Mountain View Golf Course (Callaway Gardens), par 72.
Annual Events MASTERS WATER SKI TOURNAMENT, Callaway Gardens. Mid-July FLORIDA STATE UNIVERSITY CIRCUS PERFORMANCES, Callaway Gardens. Mid-June throug h Labor Day OPEN TENNIS TOURNAMENT, Callaway Gardens. Late September GARDENS ART FESTIVAL, Callaway Gardens. Mid-January CULTURAL PROGRAM is a threeday event that features different countries, Callaway Gardens. First weekend in February. LAGRANGE COLLEGE SUMMER THEATER, Callaway Gardens, MidJune through August CHRISTMAS PROGRAM, Callaway Gardens Last three weeks in December.

PORTERDALE

Grid G-7

Golf

18 holes at Porterdale Golf Course,

par 72.

ROSWELL

Grid E-5

Historical Sites

BARRINGTON HALL, 60 Marietta

Street Built in 1842 by a founder of

Roswell. The house once quartered

Union troops. Fourteen Doric columns

The site of Starr's Mill is believed to b e over 200 years old

and wide-planked floors are outstanding features, along with original antique furniture. Shown in spring, summer and fall months by special arrangement with owner. BULLOCH HALL, 180 Bulloch Avenue, was the girlhood home of Mittie Bulloch who married Theodore Roosevelt Sr. in this house. Fully restored, the graceful home is open to the public year 'round. HISTORIC HOMES. Roswell has anumber of privately-owned antebellum homes which visitors may enjoy on a drive. Among them is Mimosa Hall on Mimosa Boulevard, built in 1846 in Greek temple style.
Annual Events TOUR OF HOMES AND GARDENS. Spring

RUTLEDGE

Grid H-7

Camping Areas

HARD LABOR CREEK STATE

PARK, see STATE PARKS this section.

Golf

18 holes at Hard Labor Creek State

Park, par 72.

SENOIA

Grid: E-8

Golf

9 holes at Brown Bell Golf Course, par 36.

STARR'S MILL

Grid: E-8

Attractions

STARR'S MILL, intersection of

Georgia 85 and Georgia 74. One of

the most scenic spots in the area. The

original mill site is believed to be over

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Stone Mountain boasts the world's largest carving surrounded by a fam1ly p layground

200 years old. Visitors welcome

STONE MOUNTAIN

Grid: F-6

Attractions

STONE MOUNTAIN PARK. A 3,800-

acre family recreation park surrounding

the world's largest granite monolith.

The famous memorial carving or' the

side of Stone Mountain is the largest

of its type in the world. Attractions

at this state-owned park include: game

ranch, antebellum plantation, scenic

railroad, riverboat, skylift, antique auto

and music museum, daily carillon

concerts, presentation of the "War in

Georgia;' restorations and museums.

Facilities include campground, motel,

historic trails, stables, canoe and sail-

boating Park open daily 6 a.m. to

midnight Attractions open daily

(except December 24 and 25); during

summer months lO a.m. to 9 p.m.,

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other months from 10 a.m. to 5 30 p .m.
Camping Area STONE MOUNTAIN PARK CAMPING AREA, Stone Mountain Park Tent and trailer camping, hiking, swimming, riding O perated by State of Georgia. Open year 'round.
Golf 18 holes at Stone Mountain Memorial Golf Course (Stone Mountain Park), par 72. 18 holes at Mystery Valiey Golf Course, par 72.
Annual Events EASTER SUNRISE SERVICE AND EGG HUNT, Stone Mountain Park ARABIAN HORSE SHOW, Stone Mountain Park, May FIREWORKS DISPLAY, Stone Mountain Park July 4. YELLOW DAISY FESTIVAL, Stone Mountain Park. September. LIVING NATIVITY PAGEANT, Stone Mountain Park. December.

TALLAPOOSA

Grid B-6

Camping Areas

TALLEY VALLEY PARK, from

junction with G eorgia 100 and 120

go 2 miles E. on US 78. Tent and

trailer camping, swimming pool 78

acres. Privately owned . Open May ! -

September 30.

TEN N I LL E

Grid K-10

Golf

9 holes at Twin City Golf Course, par 36.

THOMASTON

Grid E-10

Attrac ti ons

O LD COVERED BRIDG E, approxi-

mately 10 miles S via US 19 on

Allen Road. One of Georgia's fe w

remaining covered bridges. CRYSTALL HILLS, Hannah Mill Road, IS the private garden of a local resident who proudly shows it during summer months. F ree.

Camping A reas SPREWRELL BLUFF DAM SITE PARK, 9 miles from city off U S 74 W. and follow signs. Tent and trailer camping, fishing. Operated by US Corps of Engineers. Open year 'round.

Golf 9 holes at Thomaston Country Club,
par 36.

Annual Events WEST CENTRAL GEORGIA FAIR, E. via US 74. First week in October

THOMSON

Grid L-7

Lakes

McDUFFIE PUBLIC FISHING AREA,

The Little Wlute House was a
favorite retreat of the late President Franklin D Roosevelt.

5-1/2 miles E. on US. 278 and follow signs. 100 acres of heavily stocked ponds. Ponds vary in size from one to 30 acres. Owned and operated by the Department of Natural Resources. CLARK HILL RESERVOIR, with its 1.200-mile shoreline, extends into this area. There are a total of 16 public use areas on the Georgia side of the lake. Some are near Thomson. A US. Corps of Engineers lake.
Camping Areas BIG HART CAMPING AREA, 10 miles N. on U S. 78, 2 miles E. on dirt road; on C lark Hill Reservoir. Tent and trailer camping, swimming, fishing, boat ramp. 9 acres. O perated by US Corps of Engineers. Open year 'round . WINFIELD CAMPING AREA, N. on Georgia 150 then 1-l/2 miles N. on dirt road; on Clark Hill Reservoir. 3C acres. Tent and trailer camping, 'swimming, fishing, boat ramp. Operated by U S Corp s of Engineers Open year 'round.
Hunting Areas CLARK HILL GAME MANAGEMENT AREA consists of 10,000 acres of timberland on the shores of the Clark Hill Reservoir. This is the smallest game management area in the State, but has a relatively high deer population. Hunters are allowed to hunt deer and small game in season. Hunts subject to State regulations and bag limits.
Golf 9 holes at Thomson Country Club, par 36.

WARM SPRINGS

Grid D- 10

Historical Sites

ROOS EVELT'S LITTLE WHITE

HOUSE AND MUSEUM, on Georgia

85-W and US 27-A. Offers visitors an

insight into the life of the late President

Franklin D. Roosevelt He had a house

built in 1932 for his use during his

frequent visits to exercise in the nearby

warm sp rings. The house is exactly

as it was the day he died here in 1945.

Many of his personal papers and

cherished gifts are on display in the

Museum. A 12-minute movie of his

life in Georgia is shown free. Open

daily from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., except on

weekends in June, July and August

when it is open from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Fishermen fin d well-stocked lakes throughout the State of Georgia.

Attractions THE WARM SPRINGS waters found here maintain a constant temperature of 88 degrees and have been recognized for their healing properties since Indian days Franklin D Roosevelt came here for treatment of poliomyelitis and through his efforts the worldrenowned Georgia Warm Springs Foundation was established in 1927. Now it provides a comprehensive program for evaluation and care of physically handicapped persons. NATIONAL FISH HATCHERY, S on G eorgia 4 1 and U S 27-A, features an aquarium with 15 species of fish and an outdoor display pool Open Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Sundays and holidays from 9 a.m. to 6 p .m. Free.

WARNER ROBINS

Grid H-11

Golf

18 holes at Sandy Run Golf Club,

par 71

WASHINGTON

Grid K-6

Historical Sites

WASHINGTON-WILKES HISTORICAL MUSEUM, downtown. A rambling

18-room building dating back to 1835.

There are 13 doors opening to the

outside The g round and second floors

represent a typical antebellum home

and the third is devoted to displays of relics from the War Between the

States. A Georgia Historical Commission site. Open Tuesday through

Saturday from 9 a.m. to 5 30 p.m., Sundays from 1 p.m. to 5:30 p m.

Closed Mondays, Thanksgiving,

Christmas and New Year's Free. KETTLE CREEK BATTLEFIELD

AND MONUMENT, 8 miles SW off

Georgia 44, was the site of a decisive

battle during the Revolutionary War.

Attractions

ANTEBELLUM HOMES abound in

this city, the first town in America to be named in honor of George Washington. There are more than 40 white-

columned mansions here.

CADE-FORTSON HO ME, US 78

and 378, is a facsimile of earlier Greek Revival structures. This home was

built in 191 2 and is open on special

occasions.

CALLAWAY PLANTATION, is a

complex of early American buildings furnished to illustrate life in the various

Washington has one of the largest concentrations of antebelJum hom es in Georgia.

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in game management areas and pnvate preserves throughout th e State.

periods of the htstory of the community MARY WILLIS LIBRARY, Liberty at Jefferson Street The oldest privately end owed public library in the State. It is a gem of Victorian architecture and houses a fine collection of antiques. It serves as the headquarters for the Wilkes Talliaferro Green Regional Library
Hunting Areas C LARK HILL GAME MANAGEMENT AREA, 14 miles SE on U.S. 78 and left on dirt road at sign. Consists of 10 000 acres of timberland in Wilkes and McDuffie counties. Deer hunts include primitive weapons and firearms. There is also hunting fo r squirrel, quail and rabb it Hunting seasons regulated by Department of Natural Resources.
Golf 9 holes at Washington-Wilkes Country Club, par 36.
Welcome Center WELCOME C ENTER, located in the Callaway Plantation complex, offers information on the area. In operation during summer months. Operated by C ity

WATKINSVILLE

G rid I-6

Historical Sites

EAGLE TAVERN, G eorgia 15. An

early Georgia stage-stop and store

built about 1820. The years prior to

the War Between the States were the

busiest for the Tavern. A Georgia

Historical Commission site. Open

Tuesday through Saturday from 9 a.m.

to 5 30 p.m., Sundays from 1 p.m. to

5:30 p.m. Closed Mondays Free.

WAYNESBORO

Grid N-9

Historical Sites

WAYNESBORO HISTORICAL

MUSEUM, on US 25, one block S

of the courthouse. Commemorates

early history of Burke County, one of

Georgia's original counties, in an ante-

bellum house. Maintained b y Georgia

Historical Commission. O pen Tuesday through Saturday from 9 a.m. to 5:30 p .m., Sundays from 1 p.m. to 5 30 p .m. Closed Monday F ree.
Annual Events NATIONAL FIELD DOG TRIALS February

WINDER

Grid H-5

Camping Area

FORT YARGO STATE PARK, see

STATE PARKS this section.

Golf

18 holes at Jug Tavern Golf Course,

par 72.

State
Parks

State Parks in central Georgia combine a generous sampling of history with d eveloped campgrounds and picnic areas, shining lakes and nature trails. Indian lore and memories of heroes - both Revolutionary and Confederate - add extra color to the ten State Parks in this section. All are open year 'round and offer some of the best camping areas to be found anywhere Several of the Parks provide rental cottages and/or mobile homes for visitors who enjoy the out of doors, with all the comforts of home. Campgrounds open at 7 a.m. and close at lO p .m. Tent and trailer camping fee is $2.50 per site per night for each family No reservations accepted
Rental cottages and mobile homes are completely furnished, including linens and blankets. Rates are:
Older Cottages $8 per day, $48 per week (2 persons); each additional person $1 per day, $6 per week.
New Cottages $ 12 per day, $72 per week (2 persons); each additional person $2 per day, $ 12 per week (child ren under 12 years, $ 1 per day, $6 per week)
Mobile Homes $ 10 per day, $60 per week (2 persons); each additional person $ 1 per day, $6 per week.
No pets allowed in cottages or mobile homes. The 3% Georg ia Sales Tax will be added to all bills. A deposit payment to cover one night at base rate must accompany all reservation requests. A minimum 48-hours cancellation notice is required for refunds. Prices shown here were correct at press time, however; they are subject to change without notice. ALL RESERVATIONS FOR COTTAGES AND

MOBILE HOMES MUST BE MADE THROUGH THE SUPERINTENDENT OF THE PARK YOU WISH TO VISIT The addresses and telephone numbers of the State Parks are listed below:
ACWORTH George Washington Carver, off Georgia 92 about 3 miles N of Acworth on Lake Allatoona. 307 acres. Park named in honor of G eorge Washington Carver, the gifted black scientist who added an illustrious page to the history of America. Mailing address Acworth, Georgia 3010 1 Telephone (404) 974-6053. APPLING Keg Creek, on Clark Hill Reservoir, 18 miles SE of Lincolnton via Georgia 47, 104,867 acres. Mailing address: Route 1, Appling, Georgia 30802.
Mistletoe, lO miles N. of Appling via Georgia 47 . (Accessible from South Carolina via I-20) 1,920 acres. One of Georgia's most scenic state parks Numerous coves here are a fisherman's d elight Mailing address Appling, Georgia 30802. Telephone (404) 595-1416.
The fishing is great at Mistletoe State Park near Appling.
CARROLLTON John Tanner State Park, between Carrollton and Mt Zion on county road. 139 acres. O ne of G eorgta's newest State Parks, John Tanner is open for campers and other visitors. Mailing address Route 4, Carrollton, Georgia 30 117. Telephone (404) 832-7545.
CRAWFORDVILLE Alexander H. Stephens, within city limits of Crawfordville via U. S 278. Turn N. at courthouse. 1,1 61 acres. A museum and Liberty Hall, restored home of the vice president of the Confederacy, may be seen here. O pen daily Mailing address C rawfordville, Georgia 30631. Telephone (404) 456-222 1.
ELBERTON Bobby Brown, off Georgia 79, on Clark Hill Reservoir, 18 miles S.E. of

WatkinsviJJe's Eagle Tavern was a

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popular stagecoach stop in 1820

Water sp orts are a favorite family activity at Frankhn D Roosevelt State Park

Elberton. 664 acres. Elbert County, location of the Park is known as the Granite Center of the World. Mailing ad d ress: Route 7, Elberton, G eorgia 30635. Telephone (404) 283-33 13.
INDIAN SPRINGS Indian Springs, on US 23 about 4 miles SE of Jackson 5 10 acres. Historic mineral spring used by C reek Indians in past centuries still flows here. Park is believed to be the oldest Park of its type in the nation. Mailing address: Indian Springs, G eorgia 30231. Telephone (404) 775-724 1.
JACKSON High Falls, midway between Atlanta and Macon. Take Hig h Falls Road Exit E. off 1-75 for 1.8 miles to Park 98 1 acres. Found ation of old grist mill which was burned by retreating Confederate soldiers of Wheeler's Cavalry still stands on Park grounds. Also, ruins of old hydro-electric plant built of handmade b ricks. Mailing address: Route 3, Jackson, Georgia 30233. Telephone (91 2) 994-5080.
LINCOLNTON Elijah Clark, on Clark Hill Reservoir Lake, 6 miles NE of Lincolnton via US 378, Georgia 43. 447 acres. Here may be seen the reconstructed cabin of Elijah Clark, a Revolutionary War

hero for whom the park was named. Nearby are the anteb ellum mansions of Washington. Mailing address Lincolnton, Georgia 30817. Telephone (404) 359-4461.
MITCHELL Hamburg, 16 miles N. of Sandersville on Georg ia 248. 740 acres. A 225acre lake is a popular attraction of the Park Open for campers and day visitors. Mailing ad dress: Route 2, Box 135, Mitchell, Georgia 30820. Telephone (91 2) 552-5846.
PINE MOUNTAIN Franklin Delano Roosevelt, off US 27, Georgia 85, about 5 miles SE of Pine Mountain. 4,980 acres . Through this Park runs historic King's Gap, one of the famous Indian trail p asses of Creek Indian country The once important pioneer trading post of King's Gap, now gone, obtained its water supply from same spring that

now serves the Park area and fills the swimming pool. Nearby are the Little White House and Callaway Gardens. Mailing address: Pine Mountain, Georgia 31822. Telephone (404) 663-41 46.
RUTLEDGE Hard Labor Creek, off US 278, I-20, about two miles N. of Rutledge 5,804 acres. The unique Park name comes from the bold stream that cuts through Park land, a tributary of the Apalachee River. It is believed the creek was so named by slaves who found the river bottom field s difficult to till because of their swampy and marsh-like nature. Mailing ad dress: Rutledge, Georgia 30663. Telephone (404) 557-2863.
WINDER Fort Yargo, two miles S. of Winder on Georgia 81. 1,680 acres. A unique area specially d esigned for the handicap ped is a part of the Park the Will-A-Way Recreation Area. O ther sections of the Park are open to the able and disabled alike. A wellpreserved blockhouse of the late 1790's still stands as a reminder of days when it offered p rotection to surrounding settlers from marauding Ind ians . Mailing address Winder, Georgia 30680. Telephone (404) 867-3489.

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..... Athens

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Revell Pines Country Club .

Athens

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Adams Park Golf Course ........ ...... . ... Atlanta

18 72

Bobby Jones Municipal Golf Course

. Atlanta

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Candler Park Golf Course .

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North Fulton Golf Course.

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18 71

Piedmont Park Golf Course .

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John White Golf Club .

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Browns Mill Golf Club .

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Augusta Golf Course . . . . . . .

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Goshen Country Club

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Green Meadows Golf Club . . . . . . . . . . Augusta

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Midland Valley Country Club . . . . . . . . . . . Augusta

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American Legion Golf Course . .

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Forest Hills Golf Club . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Avondale Estates

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Barnesville Golf Club . . . . . . . . . .

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Maple Lakes Golf Course .

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Par 3 Golf Club

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Commerce Golf and Country Club .

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Highland Golf Club

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18 72

Neb o Golf Club

Dallas

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Clifton Springs Golf Course . . . . . . . . . . . . Decatur

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Pine Knoll Golf Club . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. Eatonton

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18 72

Lakeshore Country Club . . . . . . . . .

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Pine Ridge Golf Course. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. Lawrenceville

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Windy Hill Golf Course . . . . . . .

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Overlook Golf Course . . . . . . . . .

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Marietta West Golf Club .

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Monroe Golf and Country Club .

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Brown Bell Golf Course . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Senoia

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Stone Mountain Memorial Golf Course

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Twin City Golf Course

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Thomson Country Club .

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REED BINGHAM STATE PARK, see

STATE PARKS this section.

ALBANY

Grid F- 16

Camping Area

CHEHAW STATE PARK, see STATE

PARKS this section.

Lakes LAKE WORTH, 2 miles N. on Georgia 91, offers boating and fishing.

Attractions
RADIUM SPRINGS, 4 miles S on Georgia 3. The largest natural spring in Georgia Maintains a constant temperature of 68 degrees Swimming. TIFT PARK ZOO, North Jefferson Street and Fifth Avenue Believed to be the second largest zoo in Georgia It is owned and operated by the City and houses one of the few sea cows in captivity in the world. ALBANY IS THE QUAIL HUNTING CAPITAL OF THE WORLD, several preserves offer hunting privileges by prior arrangement

Albany is the quail hunting capital of the world
SAND HILL, Radium Springs Road at U S 82, has picturesque fossil sand dunes. JUNIOR MUSEUM, Flint Avenue. Housed in the City's first brick home. Displays place special emphasis on areas of interest to the young. Also includes the Mcintosh collection of arrowheads and many other Indian artifacts. Open year 'round. Free. LITTLE THEATER, Pine Avenue downtown, features four plays annually in an authentically restored pre-Civil War home. BANKS HALEY ART MUSEUM, Slappy Drive. Home of the Southwest Georgia Art Association. Exhibits year 'round . Free.
Golf 9 holes at the American Legion Golf Course, par 35. 9 holes at Sherwood G olf Course, par 36.
Colleges and Universities ALBANY JUNIOR COLLEGE, chartered in 1963. Offers adult enrichment program to public, in addition to associate degree program, including workshops, seminars, lyceum series. Institution of the University System of Georgia Junior College.

Annual Events DOG SHOW Late February GEORGIA NATIONAL PECAN FESTIVAL honors one of Georgia's leading crops. The 2-day event includes a parade, cooking with pecans contest and a beauty contest Albany is the pecan capital of the world. Early May. SOUTHWEST GEORGIA ART ASSOC IATION ART FESTIVAL features two days of exhibits and sales of arts and crafts. Early ApriL EXCHANGE CLUB FAIR OF SOUTHWEST GEORGIA. Late October.

ALMA

Grid L-1 6

Annual Events

TOBACCO AUCTIONS. Late July,

early and mid-August

AMERICUS

Grid F- 13

Colleges and Universities

G EO RGIA SOUTHWESTERN COL-

LEGE- Established as an agricultural

college in 1908, on a 190-acre campus.

Art gallery open to public. Institution

of the University System of Georgia.

Senior College.

Annual Events SUMTER COUNTY FAIR, Fairgrounds off US. 19. Early October.

ANDERSONVILLE

Grid F- 13

Historical Sites

ANDERSONVILLE NATIONAL HIS-

TORIC SITE, on Georgia 49, was

a Confederate military prison estab-

lished here in 1864 and used for 14

months. Also part of the National His-

toric Site is a cemetery located near

the stockade. Providence Spririg is a

place where, according to legend, a

spring gushed forth in answer to the

prayers of thirsty prisoners. Many

states have erected monuments here.

Open year 'round. Free. Ad ministered

by the National Park Service, Depart-

ment of the Interior.

ASHBURN

Grid H-15

Annual Events

PEANUT FESTIVAL, downtown,

honors one of the area's most impor-

tant crops. A street dance and a

parade are part of the one-day

celebration. October.

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BAINBRIDGE

Grid E-1 8

Camping Areas

BAINBRIDGE STATE PARK. This is

a day use area with picnic facilities.

ARROWHEAD CAMPGROUND,

JACK WINGATE'S, 15 miles S W on

Georgia 97, then 3 miles N. on Geor-

gia 310 .Tent and trailer camping,

water skiing, fis hing, hunting and play-

ground. Privately owned. Open

year 'round.

Lakes LAKE SEMINOLE, SW via Georgia 97, this 35,800-acre lake is famous for its largemouth b ass.

Golf

9 holes at the Industrial Park Golf Course, par 35.

Annual Events

FLINT RIVER EXPOSITION AND
AGRICULTURAL FAIR Late October.

BAXLEY

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Camping Area

DEEN'S LANDING, 10-l/2 miles N.

v1a US. 1 and follow signs at the

Edwin L Hatch Nuclear Plant Excellent

recreational facilities available including

fishing, picnicking, water skiing, camp-

ing. Privately owned. Open year 'round.

Attractions EDWIN L HATCH NUCLEAR PLANT VISITORS CENTER, overlooks site
of the Edwin L Hatch Nuclear Plant

now being constructed 10 miles N. of Baxley at the US Highway 1 crossing

of the Altamaha River Visitors Center is a showcase of nuclear power illus-

trated by animated exhibits, films and special effects. Open Wednesday

through Saturday, 10 a.m. to 4 30 p .m.; Sunday 2 to 5 30 p.m. Closed Monday and Tuesday. Free.

Golf 9 holes at Appling County Golf Course, par 36.

Annual Events

APPLING COUNTY SPRING FIELD TRIALS. Second weekend in March. APPLING COUNTY FALL FIELD TRIALS. Second weekend in November.

BLACKSHEAR

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Golf

9 holes at Lakeview Golf and Country

Club, par 36.

Andersonville National Hlstoric Site

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was a Confederate military prison

estabhshed in 1864.

Fresh seafood is easily obtained along the Georgia coast, the processed seafood cap1tal of the world.

BLAKELY Camping Area

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KOLOMOKI MOUNDS STATE PARK, see STATE PARKS this section.

Attractions CONFEDERATE FLAG POLE, on the

Court House Square Erected in 186 1, it is the last remaining Confederate flag pole. PEANUT MONUMENT, on the Court House Square, is a constant reminder that Early County is one of the nation's largest producers of peanuts. COHEELEE C REEK COVERED BRIDGE, approximately 9 miles S.W off Georgia 62 on the Old River Road, is two spans wide and 96 feet long Built around 1883, it is the last remaining covered span south of Macon.

BRUNSWICK

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Welcome Center

BRUNSWICK-GOLDEN ISLES WEL-

COME CENTER, US 17. Free travel

information and rest facilities. Open

year 'round. Operated by Chamber

of Commerce

Attractions GATEWAY TO THE GOLDEN ISLES - See SEA ISLAND, ST SIMONS ISLAND and JEKYLL ISLAND, this section. These three islands are reached via causeways from Brunswick.

Th e Golden Isles are renowned for the1r miles of unspoiled, broad, white beaches.
SEAFOOD INDUSTRY recognizes Brunswick as the world's center for processed seafood dishes . See shrimp boats Check with Welcome Center for plant tours. MARSHES OF GLYNN are the largest salt marshes on the U.S. East Coast Important ecological factors to sea We. Ever changing natural beauty. UNITED STATES NAVAL AIR STATION GLYNCO, US. 17, 5 miles N, provides tours of Naval Air Technical Schools, if arrangements are made two days in advance. MARSHES OF GLYNN OVERLOOK PARK, US. 17, has a landscaped garden with picnic facilities. Unobstructed view of the marshes of Glynn and salt water lagoon. HOWARD COFFIN MEMORIAL

PARK, US 17, at US 25. Public recreation facilities including pool, tennis, baseball, football, auditorium. Park open year 'round.
Lakes LAKE BERRY, 18 miles N. on US 34 1. Year 'round fishing. Privately owned.
Historical Sites LANIER'S OAK, on US 17. Sidney Lanier sat here to write many of his famous poems including "Marshes of Glynn:' OGLETHORPE MONUMENT, at Queen's Square, honors James Edward Oglethorpe, the founder of the Colony of Georgia LOVER'S OAK, Albany Street near Prince Street, is over 900 years old
Camping Areas WOODLAND TRAILER PARK, 4 miles N. on U S 17 . Excellent travel trailer camping. Swimming pool. Privately owned. Open year 'round . WEATHERING OAKS CAMPGROUNDS, 6 miles N. on US. 17 . Travel trailer camping. Privately owned. Open year 'round.
Colleges and Universities BRUNSWICK JUNIOR COLLEGE Comprises six modern buildings on a 100-acre campus near Georgia's Golden Isles. Founded in 196 1. An institution of the University System of Georgia Junior College.
Golf 18 holes at Brunswick Country Club, par 72.
Annual Events BLESSING OF THE SHRIMP FLEET, Mansfield Street Dock on Brunswick River. A colorful religious ceremony in which a priest blesses the gaily decorated shrimp boats as they pass. Spring GOLDEN ISLES INVITATIONAL GOLF TOURNAMENT, Brunswick Country Club. Early July ST PATRICK'S DAY PARADE, downtown March. EXCHANGE CLUB AGRICULTURAL FAIR, fairgrounds. Mid-October TROUT-A-THON FISHING TOURNAMENT, all area fishing camps Fall. BASS-A-RALLY FISHING TOURNAMENT, all area fishing camps. Summer TARPON DERBY FISHING TOURNAMENT, all area fishing camps Mid-June to Labor Day SHAD DRAG FISHING TOURNAMENT, all area fishing camps Late winter to early spring.

CAIRO Attractions

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RODDENBERY MEMORIAL LI-

BRARY, 320 N. Broad Street Art

exhibits, wildlife and historical dtsplays

Open summer months 9 a.m. to 6 p.m ,

Monday throug h Saturday; wmter

months, 9 a.m. to 8 p.m.

Golf

18 holes at Cairo Country Club,

par 72.

CAMILLA

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Hunting Areas

RIVERVIEW PLANTATION Q UAIL

HUNTING, 12 miles S v1a Georgia

97 then 3 miles W via Georgia. 65.

Famous for its quail preserve and

facilities. Riverview Preserve season is

November 1 through March 3 1 The

native quail season begins November

20, ends the last day of February

Privately owned.

CLAXTON

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Golf

9 holes at Evans Heights Golf Course,

par 36.

Annual Events RATTLESN AKE ROUNDUP, countywide. One of Georgia's unique events. Local men compete for honor of catching the most rattlesnakes as well as the largest Mid-March.

COCHRAN

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Golf

9 holes at Uchee Trail Country Club,

par 36.

Colleges and Universities MIDDLE GEORGIA COLLEGE Founded in 1884. Institution of the University System of Georgia Junior College.

Annual Events OUTDOOR ART SHOW AND SALE, downtown. Mid-May

The decorative fountains of Columbus have earned tfu:S city the name "Fountain City"

COLUMBUS

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Attractions

"FOUNTAIN CITY" is an appropriate

description ol this city Fountains can

be found in public parks, at office

buildings and gracing lawns m the

residential sections.

SPRINGER OPERA HO USE, 103

Tenth Street A restored Victorian

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Edwin Booth once played the historic Springer Opera House, a
restored Victorian theater.

theater where Edwin Booth and Franklin D. Roosevelt appeared . The Springer was Georgia's 1971 official State Theater. Group tours by appointment Performances, mid-September to late May
COLUMBUS MUSEUM OF ARTS AND CRAFTS, 1251 Wynnton Road. Yuchi Indian materials, paintings, children's museum and prehistoric Indian artifacts Open Tuesday through Saturday, lO a.m. to 5 p.m., Sunday fro m 3 p. m. to 6 p.m. Closed Monday and Holidays Free FORT BENNING INFANTRY MUSEUM, at Fort Benning on Ingersoll Street, Building 1234. Traces the evolution of the infantry from French and Indian War to the present. Open Tuesday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 4 30 p.m., Saturday and Sunday from 12 30 p.m. to 4 30 p.m. Closed Christmas and New Year's Day. Free. Fort Benning is the free world's largest infantry training center Its area embraces approximately 282 square miles of varied terrain. An open reservation that welcomes visitors.
Historical Sites CONFEDERATE NAVAL MUSEUM, U.S 27 at 4th Street Features relics of Confederate Navy ships, including the hull of the iron-clad Muscogee. Open Tuesday throug h Saturday from 9 a.m. to 5 30 p m, Sunday from 100 p.m. to 5 30 p.m. Closed Mondays, Thanksgiving, C hristmas. Free. A Ga. Historical Commission Site. LADIES' DEFENDER CANNON, at
Confederate Naval Museum Made from brass articles donated by the women at Columbus during the War Between the States. The ladies gave up brass beds, cooking utensils, jewelry and door knobs to be made into this unusual field artillery piece. WALKER-PETERS-LANGDON HOUSE, 71 6 Broadway Built in 1828. The oldest standing house in Columbus. Serves as headquarters of the Historic Columbus Foundation. Open daily Free.
Tours
HERITAGE TOUR, a regularly scheduled tour of historical points of interest.
Welcome Center GEORGIA WELCOME CENTER, US 27. Offers travel information, picnic facilities, rest area. Open year 'round except Thanksgiving Day, December 25 and 26. Operated by Georgia Department of Community Develop ment, Tourist Division.

Camping Area LAKE PINES CAMPGROUND, 12 miles E. on U.S 80 then 1 b lock S on Garrett Road. Swimming pool, fishing, playground. 12 acres. Privately operated. Open year 'round.
Colleges and Universities COLUMBUS COLLEGE - Founded in 1958. Has 13 rriodern buildings on a 13 1-acre campus. Institution of the University System of Georgia Senior C olleg e .
Golf
9 holes at Victory Drive Golf Course, par 35. 18 holes at Midland Pines Golf Course, par 70. 9 holes at Bibb Hillcrest G olf Course, par 27. 18 holes at Bull Creek Municipal Golf Course, p ar 72.
Annual Events MISS GEORGIA PAGEANT Mid-June CHATTAHOOCHEE VALLEY FAIR, fairgrounds on U. S. 27. Early October. SALUTE TO THE FIRST AMERICAN honors the American Indian and his contribution to the United States. Late August SPRING FESTIVAL DAYS features the pilgrimage of homes. March. SUMMER FESTIVAL DAYS, features the Miss Georgia Pageant Mid-June FALL FESTIVAL DAYS, fea tures the Southern Open Invitational Golf Tournament, PGA. Early September

CORDELE

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Camping Areas GEORGIA VETERANS MEMORIAL STATE PARK, see STATE PARKS

this section. ARABI CAMPER VILLAGE, 10 miles S on Interstate-75 (Arabi exit), offers fishing, golf, playground, pool and sports. Privately owned. Open year 'round. I-75 CAMP AND TRAILER PARK, 4 miles S off Interstate-75 (Wenona exit) Fishing. Privately owned. Open year 'round.

Annual Events

JUNIOR STEER AND BARROW SHOW Early March. WATERMELON FESTIVAL, down-

town in the heart of the watermelon capital of the world. Week-long

activities include free melon slices for tourists. Children especially enjoy

watermelon eating contest and seed spitting contest Late June and early

July CENTRAL GEORGIA FAIR, Lions

Club Park. Late October.

CUSSETA Historical Site

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CHATTAHOOCHEE COUNTY COURTHOUSE AND JAIL, downtown. One of the six remaining antebellum courthouses in America. Both structures were built in 1834. Free. Open Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p .m.
Camping Area
RIVER BEND PARK PUBLIC USE AREA, 8.9 miles SW on US 27. Camping, picnic facilities, boating, water skiing, fishing 187 acres. Operated by U.S Corps of Engineers Open year 'round.

CUTHBERT

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Colleges and Universities

ANDREW COLLEGE - Chartered in

1854 as a women's college, And rew

College is the second oldest institution

chartered in the United States for

conferring degrees on women. Metho-

dist-related. Independent Junior

College.

DARIEN

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Attractions

BUTLER ISLAND, in the Altamaha

Delta, was owned by Pierce Butler and

was one of the richest rice plantations

Lake Blackshear forms the setting for the picturesque Georgia Veterans Memorial State Park.
in the world. His wife, Fannie Kemble, was considered the greatest actress of her day She wrote a book about her life on the island.
Hunting Areas BLACKBEARD ISLAND, off the coast of Darien, offers archery hunts arranged by the Federal Wildlife Division of the Department of the Interior.
Welcome Center DARIEN WELCOME CENTER, 1 mile N of courthouse on US 17, offers information on the area. Operated by local Chamber of Commerce. Open year 'round.
Annual Events BLESSING OF THE SHRIMP FLEET, Darien bridge on U.S 17. Religious ceremony in which a priest blesses the shrimp boats as they pass. May COASTAL GEORGIA MACKEREL AND TARPON DERBY Summer.

DAWSON

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Attractions

PEANUT BUTTER CAPITAL O F THE

WORLD, is a title this town wears with

The Columbus Museum of Arts and Crafts has an outstanding collection of fih e pointings

Leprechauns appear from everywhere at Dublin's annual St. Patrick's Festival

pride. More peanut butter is produced here than in any other single spot in the world.
Golf 9 holes at Dawson Golf Course, par 36.
Annual Events CHRISTMAS PARADE, downtown. Mid-December.

DONALSONVILLE

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Camping Areas

FAIRCHILD STATE PARK. A day use

area with picnic facilities.

SEMINOLE STATE PARK, see

STATE PARKS this section.

DOUGLAS

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Colleges and Universities

SOUTH GEORGIA COLLEGE-The oldest two-year college in the Univer-

sity System, chartered in 1906. The 200-acre campus includes a golf course.

Institution of the University System of

Georgia Junior College.

Annual Events

SOUTHEASTERN JUNIOR COL-

LEG ES' BASEBALL CLASSIC, South Georgia College Campus March.

TOBACCO AUCTIONS. Late Julyearly August

DUBLIN

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Camping Area

PINETUCKY CAMPGROUND, 5

miles S on US. 44 1. Privately owned.

Open year 'round.

Welcome Center DUBLIN WELCOME CENTER, 3 miles via U S. 441 N, offers information on the area. Operated by local Chamber of Commerce Open year 'round.

Golf 18 holes at Dublin C ountry Club, par 72.

Annual Events ST PATRICK'S FESTIVAL, city wide. A full week of events ranging from parades to leprechaun contest March. LAURENS COUNTY FAIR, Agricultural Center on Telfair Street Late October.

EASTMAN

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Golf

9 holes at Dodge County Golf Course,

par 36.

Camping Area JAY BIRD SPRINGS, 13 miles S on US 341 then 2 miles E. on county road. Swimming, natural springs, picnic ground s, roller skating, bowling, dancing Privately operated Open year 'round.

EULONIA

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Camping Areas

BELLE BLUFF ISLAND CAMP-

GROUND, from junction with Georgia

99, 7 miles N. on US 17, 3 miles E.

following signs, then l/2 mile S and

2 miles E. on dirt road. Tent and trailer

campground, swimming, fishing. 4-l/4

acres. Privately owned. Open year

'round.

CONTENTMENT BLUFF CAMP-

GROUND, from junction with Georgia

99, 7 miles N. on U S 17, 3 miles E.

following signs, then 4 miles N. and

east following signs. Tent and trailer

camping, swimming, fishing 15 acres.

Privately owned. Open year 'round .

F ACEVILLE

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Camping Areas

EAST BANK PUBLIC USE AREA,

S.W via Georgia 97 and US. 90 on

Jim Woodruff Dam Road. Tent and

trailer camping on Lake Seminole, swimming, fishing, b oating. Privately

owned. Open year 'round.

RIVER JUNCTION PUBLIC USE AREA, SW via Georgia 97 and U S

90 on Jim Woodruff Dam Road. Tent and trailer camping on Lake Seminole,

swimming, fishing, boating. Privately owned. Open year 'round.

Lakes

LAKE SEMINOLE offers 37,500 acres

of fishing and hunting A U S Corps

of Engineers impoundment in which

the water level varies less than two feet year 'round. Famous for its bass fishing.

Other species in abundance are

bream, catfish, crappie.

FARGO Attraction

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OKEFENOKEE SWAMP, 18 miles

N.E on Georgia 177. Fargo is the Stephen C Foster State Park entrance

to the famed Okefenokee Swamp.

There are wildlife exhibits, nature trails, boat tours, fishing. Also special water-

ways where visitors are permitted

without guides.

Camping Areas STEPHEN C FOSTER STATE PARK,

see STATE PARKS this section.

FITZGERALD

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Historical Sites

BLUE AND GRAY MUSEUM, Pine

and Grant Streets. Features relics and

mementos of the War Between the

States. Items displayed belonged to

veterans from 15 states. Open seven

days a week from 9 a.m. to 12 noon

and from 2 p.m. to 5 p. m. Closed July 4, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, Chnstmas and New Year's. Free.
Golf 9 holes at Fitzgerald C ountry C lub, par 35.
Annual Events "OUR FRIENDS THE ENEMY" PAGEANT, City Park downtown, is an outdoor drama depicting the early history of Fitzgerald Early July CHRISTMAS PARKS DISPLAYS, downtown, feature modern and traditional Christmas decorations and displays Each p ark is decorated by a religious group or a civic club. Month of December.

FOLKSTON

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Attraction

O KEFENOKEE SWAMP, 7 miles SW

on Georgia 23 and 12 1. Folkston is

one of two eastern entrances to the

famed Okefenokee Swamp There are

exhibits, nature trails, boat tours, fish-

ing and an observation tower Also

special waterways where visitors are

permitted without guides

Visitors enjoy the quiet natural surround1ngs on boat tours of the pnmitive Okefenokee Swamp.
Camping Area KOA CAMPGROUND, 7 miles W on Georgia 121. Tent and trailer camping. Playground. Privately owned. Open year 'round.
Golf 9 holes at Folkston Golf and Country Club, par 36.

FORT GAINES

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Lakes

LAKE WALTER F GEORGE, 2 miles

N, formed by the Walter F George

Dam on the Chattahoochee River. Ex-

cellent fishing and recreational areas

available. A US Corps of Engineers

lake.

Historical Sites FORT GAINES OUTPOST REPLICA,

S on Georgia 39, right on Commerce

Street then 3 blocks on left The recon-

structed fort is one-third the size of the

original fort used from 1816 to 1830 to

protect settlers against Creek and

Seminole Indian attacks.

Bass bsfung in a South Georgia

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lake is a fun family outing.

Hawkinsville has the only scheduled harness racing in Georg1a.

Tours FORT GAINES HISTORICAL TOUR Features frontier homes, several hotels, an apothecary of the 1890's, Globe Tavern and a cemetery dating to the 1800's. Sites marked for do-it-yourself driving tour.
Camping Areas SANDY CREEK PUBLIC USE AREA, 1- l/2 miles N on Georgia 39. Tent and trailer camping, boating, water skiing, fishing and picnic facilities. On Walter F George Reservoir. 68 acres. Operated by U.S. Corps of Engineers Open year 'round. COTTON HILL PUBLIC USE AREA, 2 miles N. on Georgia 39. Tent and trailer camping, boating, water skiing, fishing and picnic facilities. On Walter F G eorge Reservoir. 68 acres. Operated by U.S Corps of Engineers Open year 'round. SANDY BRANCH PUBLIC USE AREA, 3 miles N. on Georgia 39. Tent and trailer camping, boating, water skiing, fishing and picnic facilities. On Walter F George Reservoir. Operated

The great bass hshing m South Georgia lakes have gained this area the title "Lunker Country"
by U S Corps of Engineers Open year 'round. PATAULA CREEK PARK, 5 miles N. on Georgia 39. Tent and trailer camping, boating, water skiing, fishing and picnic facilities. O n Walter F George Reservoir. 289 acres. Operated by US. Corps of Engineers Open year 'round.

Annual Events
FIRECRACKER FESTIVAL features boat show, historical tours and fireworks displays July 4.
CAMELLIA DAY, d owntown. High school students dressed in southern costumes give camellia blooms to tourists passing through the area. Last Sunday in February

GEORGETOWN

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Camping Areas

RIVER BLUFF PARK, 1 mile N. offers

camping, water skiing, fishing, boating,

picnic facilities. 212 acres. Operated

by U.S Corps of Engineers Open

year 'round.

COOL BRANCH PARK, 7 miles S on

Georgia 39. Camping, water skiing,

fishing, boating, picnic facilities. 154

acres. Operated by U.S Corps of

Engineers Open year 'round.

GLENNVILLE

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Golf

9 holes at Playland Golf Course,

par 35.

HAWKINSVILLE

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Camping Area

HAWKINSVILLE STATE PARK. This

is a day use area with picnic facilities.

Golf
9 holes at Town Creek Golf Course, par 35.

Hunting Area

WILBUR SLADE HUNTING PRESERVE, 4 miles SE via Georgia 27. Offers quail, pheasant and dove hunt-

ing by membership and prior arrangement during season.

Annual Events

HARNESS RACING. Pulaski County Fairgrounds downtown The site of Georgia's only scheduled harness races . April

HAZLEHURST

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Hunting Area

BULLARD CREEK GAME MANAGE-

MENT AREA, 6.5 miles N. on U.S.

22 1, turn right onto dirt road at en-

trance sign. The area consists of

18,000 acres of timberland with regu-

lated hunting for turkey, deer, quail,

squirrel and rabbit Hunting season set

by Department of Natural Resources ~

Golf 9 holes at Jeff Davis Golf Course, par 36.
Annual Events TOBACCO AUCTIONS at three tobacco barns. Late July, early and midAugust

HINESVILLE

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Golf

9 holes at Cherokee Country Club,

par 36.

HOMERVILLE

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Hunting Areas

ARABIA BAY GAME MANAGEMENT

AREA, 7 miles N. via US 441. Con-

sists of 45,000 acres with quail, rabbit and turkey hunting, in season. Hunting regulated by Department of Natural Resources.
SUWANOOCHEE GAME MANAGEMENT AREA. Consists of 70,000 acres of low-lying timberland in Clinch, Echols and Lanier counties. Hunters allowed to hunt deer, quail, squirrel and rabbits in accord ance with regular State regulations and bag limits.

IRWINVILLE

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Camping Area

JEFFERSON DAVIS MEMORIAL

STATE PARK. A day use area with

picnic facilities

JEKYLL ISLAND

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Historical Sites

MILLIONAIRES' VILLAGE-Here is

preserved the world of the super-rich

who made up the membership of the

famed Millionaires' Club fo rmed at

Jekyll Island in 1886. A number of

homes of the members are being re-

stored. It is claimed that one-sixth of

the world's wealth was controlled from

this island during the time the million-

aires inhabited the area. Among the

fascinating buildings are the Jekyll Club

Hotel library and archives, Shrady-

James House, Crane House, Faith

Chapel and the Rockefeller House.

Jekyll Island is a State-owned family

resort area.

Several of the homes in the 'Millionaires' Village" on Jekyll Island are open to v1:Sitors.
ROCKEFELLER HOUSE is a 25room "cottage" recently restored and furnished with period appointments It now serves as the Jekyll Museum. Open Monday through Saturday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Sundays from noon to 5 p.m. FAITH CHAPEL A small interdenominational church of English design and one of the original buildings of the Village Completely restored. It has two famous glass windows an Old Testament scene created by Louis Comfort Tiffany, said to be one of five that he personally installed; and a window by Maitland Armstrong Open daily from 8 a.m. until dark HORTON HOUSE REMAINS, Riverview Drive. Ruins of tabby house belonging to an officer who served

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Georgia game management areas

offer exceDent hunting.

Jekyll Island's wlute san d beach 1s ent1cing to family vacationers.

under General James Oglethorpe Across the street is a marker indicating the site of a brewery owned by Major Horton and said to be Georgia's firs t brewery.
Camping Area CHEROKEE CAMPGROUND offers tent and trailer camping. Pn vately owned. Open year 'round.
Attraction AQUARAMA, Beachview Drive A center for convention and meeting activities, it houses one of the largest indoor pools in the Southeastern United States The heated, Olympic pool is open year 'round. The Aquarama is located on the nine-mile Jekyll Island white sand beach.
Golf 18 holes at the Championship Course, par 72. 18 holes at the Pinelake Course, par 72. 9 holes at the Oceanside Course, par 36.

JESUP

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Attraction

ALTAMAHA RIVER, nearby, offers

excellent water activities including

fis hing, water skiing, swimming.

Lakes
C HEROKEE LAKE, approximately 2 miles N.W off US 301 , follow signs. Facilities include camping, fishing, boating. Privately owned. Open year 'round.

Annual Events SWAMPLAND SPORTS FESTIVAL, city-wide, is a full week of sports activities as wellas arts and crafts dtsplays and special events. June

KINGSLAND

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Camping Area

CROOKED RIVER STATE PARK, see

STATE PARKS this section.

LEESBURG

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Historical Sites

CHEHAW INDIAN MONUMENT, 3

miles N. on Georgia 195, marks the

site of a large Indian town. At one

time it was the home of the C hehaw

Indians who were a friendly agricultural

people of the Creek tribe who aided

Georgia's early settlers.

LITTLE ST. SIMONS ISLAND G rid P-17
Hunting Areas LITTLE ST SIMONS ISLAND HUNT-
ING PRESERVES, 5 miles E. of Big St Simons Island. Offers hunting for d ucks, dove and fallow d eer; during season. Fishing during summer Privately owned.

LUMPKIN

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Attractions

WESTVILLE, l/2 mile S of Lumpkin

at intersection of U S. 27 and Georgia

27. A recreated , functioning rural

village of 1850. Authentic buildings

were moved to the site, restored and

furnished. Workmg craftsmen demon-

strate skills of yesteryear Open Mon-

day through Saturday from lO a.m. to 5 p .m., Sundays from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. Open year 'round.

Historical Sites BEDINGFIELD INN, on town square. A restored 1836 stagecoach inn which also served as a family residence. Furnished with authentic period appointments. Open weekdays by appointment; Saturday from 9 a. m. to 5 p.m.; Sund ay from 1 p.m. to 5 p m. Owned by Stewart County Historical Commission. Open year 'round.

Camping Areas
PROVIDENCE CANYON STATE PARK. A day use area with ptcnic fa cilities.

Tours STAGECOACH TRAIL, in Lumpkin Shows 30 pre-1850 houses marked with stagecoach signs.

Annual Events MAY DAY C ELEBRATION AND JOUSTING TOURNAMENT, Westville. Saturday nearest May 1 INDEPENDENC E DAY CELEBRATION, Westville. Saturday nearest July 4. WESTVILLE FAIR OF 1850, Westville. F irst weekend in November. BEDINGFIELD INN BAZAAR AND ATTIC SALE, Lumpkin. First weekend in November WESTVILLE YULE LOG CEREMONY, Westville. Saturday nearest December 12. BEDINGFIELD INN CANDLELIGHT TOUR, Lumpkin Saturday nearest December 12.

VALENTINE C ELEBRATION, Westville. Saturday nearest Valentine's Day.

McRAE

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Camping Area

LITTLE OCMULGEE STATE PARK,

see STATE PARKS this section.

Golf

9 holes at Little Ocmulgee State Park Golf Course, par 36.

METTER

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Golf

9 holes at Willow Lake Golf Course,

par 36.

MIDWAY

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Historical Sites

MIDWAY CHURCH, on US 17.

Erected in 1792. The old slave gallery

and high pulpit remam unchanged

From its congregation, which never

numbered more than 150 at any time,

have come two signers of the Decla-

ration of Independence, two Revolu-

tionary generals and a US senator

The church and historic cemetery may

be visited at any time. Keys available

Midway Church remains relatively unchanged s1nce it was erected in 1792
at nearest service station. Free. MIDWAY MUSEUM, on U S 17. Built in raised-cottage style There are displays of furniture, artifacts and documents from early 18th to mid-19th century. Historical Commission site. Open Tuesday through Saturday from 9 a.m. to 5 30 p m., Sundays from 1 p.m. to 5: 30 p.m. Closed Mondays. Free. Camping Area
SUNSHINE LAKE CAMPGROUNDS, 2 miles E. on Georgia 38, then 1 mile N. Tent and trailer camping, swimming, boating, fishing Privately owned. Open year 'round.

MILLEN

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Camping Area

MAGNOLIA SPRINGS STATE PARK,

see STATE PARKS this section.

LINCOLN STATE PARK, see STATE

PARKS this section.

Attractions NATIONAL FISH HATCHERY, approximately 8 miles N. on U S 25, has 25 ponds, plus aquarium displaying 70 species of fish Open Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Saturday, Sunday and hohdays from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. F ree.

Historical Sites JONES PLANTATION (BIRDSVILLE),
on Georgia 17. Considered to be the oldest plantation in Georgia lived in continuously by the family who built it This rambling, romantic house was built in 1780's. Open by appointment

Golf 9 holes at Magnolia Country Club,
par 36.

It's always 1850 at Westville, a recreated, fun ctioning rural village.

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The capture of Ft. McAllister was a major obJective of Union forces in 1864.

Annual Events DAIRY FESTIVAL, downtown. Honors local dairymen. First week in May

MOUNT VERNON

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Colleges and Universities

BREWTON-PARKER COLLEGE-A

Baptist-related two-year college near

Vidalia, founded in 1904. Independent

Junior College.

NASHVILLE

Grid I- 17

Annual Events

ARTS FESTIVAL, courthouse square.

May

TOBACCO AUCTIONS. Late July-

early August

NEWTON

Grid E-17

Camping Area

RIVER SPRINGS PARK, 3/4 mile W

on Georgia 91. 75 acres, swimming,

fishing, boating and playground.

Privately owned. Open year 'round.

OCILLA

Grid I-16

Annual Events

GEORGIA STATE SWEET POTATO

FESTIVAL, downtown, honors this

famous local product Beauty pageant,

parade and cooking contests. Late

November.

OMAHA

Grid C-13

Camping Areas

HANNAHATCHEE CREEK PUBLIC

USE AREA Offers fishing, camping,

boating, water skiing and picnic facili-

ties. 45 acres. Operated by US Corps

of Engineers. Open year 'round .

ROOD CREEK PUBLIC USE AREA,

9 miles S.W Fishing, boating, camping,

water skiing and swimming. Historical

attractions include the Rood Creek

Indian Mounds and the Rood Planta-

tion. Operated by the US Corps of

Engineers Open year 'round.

PEARSON

Grid K-17

Hunting Areas

ARABIA BAY GAME MANAGE-

MENT AREA, 7 miles S v1a U S 441.

Consists of 45,000 acres where hunters

may take deer and small game in sea-

son. Hunting regulated by Department

of Natural Resources.

PELHAM

Grid F-18

Golf

9 holes at Pinecrest Country Club,

par 36.

PEMBROKE Camping Area

Grid 0-13

RAMBLING CREEK CAMPORAMA, 9 miles E. off US 280 or 2-l/4 miles W of Interstate 16 and US 280 intersection. Tent and trailer camping, swimming, fishing, hiking, bike trails. Privately owned. Open year 'round.

QUITMAN

Grid H-19

Golf

9 holes at Quitman Country Club,

par 35.

REIDSVILLE

Grid M-13

Camping Areas

GORDONIA ALATAMAHA STATE

PARK, see STATE PARKS this section.

Annual Events SIDEWALK HOBBY SHOW, down-
town. Early October

REYNOLDS

Grid F-11

Golf

9 holes at Reynolds Golf Course,

par 36.

RICHMOND HILL Historical Sites

Grid P- 14

Historic Christ Church was founded on St. Simons Island by John and Charles Wesley

FT McALLISTER, 10 miles E. of U S 17 on the bank of the Ogeechee River, demonstrated that this type earthen fortification could withstand the heaviest naval ordinance employed during the War Between the States. Fort is maintained by the Georgia Historical Commission. Open Tuesday through Saturday from 9 a.m. to 5 30 p m.; Sunday from 2 p.m. to 5 30 p .m. Closed Thanksgiving and Christmas.

RINCON

Grid Q-12

Historical Sites

SALZBURGER MUSEUM, 6 miles

from Rincon off Georgia 21, on Savan-

nah River Commemorates 18th Cen-

tury settlement of Salzburgers, early

Georgia immigrants. The building is

patterned after an orphanage of the

Salzburger settlement at nearby

Ebenezer. Open daily

ST. MARYS

Grid P-19

Camping Areas

SANTA MARIA STATE PARK. A day

use area with picnic facilities.

Golf 9 holes at St. Marys Golf Course,

par 36.

Annual Events BLESSING OF THE SHRIMP F LEET Early June
ST. SIMONS ISLAND Grid P-17 Historical Sites CHRIST CHURCH, on Frederica Road, founded by John and Charles Wesley in 1736. The present building was built in 1884 by Anson Green Phelps Dodge, Jr, as a memorial to his wife. Open weekdays from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday services at 8 a.m, 945 a.m. and 11 15 a.m. FT FREDERICA NATIONAL MONUMENT, on Frederica Road. Built by General James Edward Oglethorpe in 1736 and was the most expensive British fortification in America. It was military headquarters for the defense of Georgia and the British colonies against the Spaniards in Florida. Open from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily Maintained by US Park Service. BLOODY MARSH. The site of a major battle between the British and the Spanish that provided the turning point for British control in this part of the country Free. ST SIMONS LIGHTHOUSE AND MUSEUM. The lighthouse was rebuilt in 1871. Arrangements can be made with the Coast Guard to visit the top of the tower for a commanding view of the ocean, surrounding islands and rivers. Historic memorabilia is displayed in the museum which is operated by the Coastal Georgia Historical Society.
Attractions NEPTUNE PARK, S end of the island, has picnic facilities, fishing pier, bowling, skating, theater and playground. County owned and operated. Open year 'round. RETREAT PLANTATION has a picturesque avenue of live oaks arching over the roadway The famous long staple sea island cotton was first raised here and the tabby ruins of a slave hospital and a plantation home still stand. Retreat Plantation is now part of the Sea Island Golf Club.
Golf 18 holes at Sea Palms Golf and Country Club, par 72.
Annual Events CAMELLIA SHOW Late January and early February TOUR OF HOMES AND GARDENS. March. SUNSHINE FESTIVAL is a 3-day event featuring snipe sailboat races and a gigantic fireworks display. Early July

The town of St. Marys iS a fisher-

0

man's and photographer's dehght.

Ft. Pulaski was Robert E Lee's hrst engineenng assignment.

GEORGIA SENIOR'S GOLF TOURNAMENT June ART FESTIVAL Early October ISLAND PLAYERS present four shows annually including musicals, classics and Broadway productions. Separate p roductions are presented
for three weekends during the winter, spring, summer and falL

The charm of Savannah is captured m wrought iron, formal gardens and church spires

SAVANNAH

Grid Q-13

Historical Sites

OGLETHORPE BENCH, Bay Street,

one half block east of City Hall, com-

memorating the landing of James

Edward Oglethorpe at this spot on

February 12, 1733, who, along with

his band of colonists, founded Georgia

and Savannah.

JO HNSON SQUARE, Bull Street be-

tween Bay & Congress Streets, first of

the pattern of squares upon which

Savannah's plan is based. Here you

will see the monument and the grave

of Nathanael Greene, Revolutionary

War hero. On the four Trust Lots

around the square were the sites of the

first inn, first public oven, first mill and

the first general store in Georgia.

WRIGHT SQUARE, Bull Street be-

tween York & State Streets, named for

Sir James Wright, Georg1a's last

Colonial G overnor, 1760 - 1782. The

monument honors William Washington

Gordon, I, early Georgia banker and

founder of Central of Georgia Rail-

way Large boulder honors Tomo-chi-

chi, Yamacraw Indian chief who be-

friended Oglethorpe's colonists.

CHIPPEWA SQUARE, Bull Street

between Perry and Hull Streets, named

to commemorate the 1814 Battle of

Chippewa in Canada Bronze figure

by Daniel Chester French immortal-

izes General Oglethorpe, Founder of

the Colony

MADISON SQUARE, Bull Street

between Harris & C harlton Streets,

named in honor of James Madison,

fourth US. President, honors with its

statue Sgt William Jasper who fell in

the Siege of Savannah in 1779.

MONTEREY SQUARE, Bull Street be-

tween Taylor & Gordon Streets, last of

the beautiful Bull Street Squares, com-

memorates Battle of Monterey, Mexico

1846. Monument honors Casimir

Pulaski, Polish nobleman mortally

wounded in Siege of Savannah, 1779.

COLUMBIA SQUARE, Habersham between York & State Streets, was the eastern limit w hen Savannah was a walled city, 1757-1790. One of the six city gates, Bethesda Gate, was located on this square. GREENE SQUARE, Houston Street between York & State Streets, named for Revolutionary War General Nathanael Greene who lived at Mulberry Grove Plantation near Savannah. Nationally recognized restoration of houses on this square is in progress. THE OLDE PINK HOUSE, 23 Aber-
corn Street, built in 1771 by James Habersham, Jr , became Georgia's first bank in 1812 and in 1864-1865 was used as headquarters for Union General York. It is now being used as a. restaurant and Planters Tavern. JULIETTE GORDON LOW BIRTHPLACE, 142 Bull Street and Oglethorpe Avenue. Home of the founder of the Girl Scouts of America Designed by William Jay Open weekdays, except Wednesday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Sunday 2 p.m. to 4 30 p.m. Closed Thanksgiving, Chnstma.s and New Year's Days TELFAIR ACADEMY OF ARTS AND SCIENCES, W State and Barnard Streets. Built ab out 1818 by William Jay Contains Renaissance and modern paintings, sculpture, textiles and furniture. Open Tuesday through Saturday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.; closed month of
January and holidays.
COLONIAL DAMES HOUSE, 329 Abercorn Street Built in 1848 by Andrew Low, a cotton merchant, who married Juliette Gordon, founder of the Girl Scouts of America At different times, the house played host to Robert E. Lee and William Makepeace Thackeray Open Wednesday, Friday & Saturday from 1030 a.m. to 5 00 p.m. Closed on National Holidays.
DAVENPORT HOUSE, 324 East State Street on Columbia Square. A 19th Century structure of late Georg ian architecture. Open Monday-Saturday from lO a.m. to 5 p.m. Closed Sunday and National Holidays OWENS-THOMAS HOUSE, 124 Abercorn Street on Oglethorpe Square. Designed by William Jay General Lafayette was a guest here in 1825. Antique furnishings and formal garden. Open Sunday and Monday from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m., other days from lO a.m. to 5 p.m. Closed the month of September and all major holidays GEORGIA HISTORICAL SOCIETY, Whitaker and Gaston Streets. Oldest

such society in Georgia. Hodgson Hall contains a priceless collection of historical documents and Colonial relics. INDEPENDENT PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH, 25 W Oglethorpe Avenue. Founded in 1755. Present building erected in 1890's is a replica of 181518 19 church burned in fire of 1889. Here, in 1885, Woodrow Wilson married Ellen Axson, granddaughter of the pastor.
ST JOHN'S C HURC H AND PARISH HOUSE, 14 W Macon Street Built in 1852. Famous for its chimes and stained glass windows, showing gothic influence. The Parish House is the former Green-Meldrim House, headquarters of General William T Sherman after his Civil War "March to the Sea," 1864. WESLEY MONUMENTAL METHO DIST C HURCH, 429 Abercorn Street Commemorates the memory of John Wesley, who was rector at Christ Church in 1736-1737. CATHEDRAL OF ST JOHN THE BAPTIST, 222 E. Harris Street Oldest Roman Catholic church in Georgia and home church of the Diocese of Savannah. CHRIST EPISCOPAL C HURCH 28 Bull Street The first church established in the colony Present structure replaced two others and was erected in 1840. Here John Wesley preached, founding what is thought to be the world's first Sunday SchooL
FORT WAYNE, overlooking Bay Street at East Broad. Last of several forts built in this area. Constructed in the mid-1800's. Now part of the Trustee Gardens Restored Area. Named after General "Mad Anthony" Wayne FORT JACKSON, north of East President Street Recently restored as a maritime museum complete with a. submarine periscope. It saw serv1ce in the Wa.r of 1812 and Civil Wa.r. Open Monday through Saturday, 9 a.m. to 5 p .m.; Sunday, 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. A Georgia. Historical Commission site.
Free. FORT PULASKI, US 80 east of Savannah. Now operated by US Park Service. Built in 1829 to 1849, it was Robert E. Lee's first engineering assignment after graduation from West Point Open 8 30 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily. FORT SCREVEN AND TYBEE MUSEUM, US 80 East One of the last Atlantic coastal fortifications Built in 1875, Fort Screven was manned during the Spanish-American War and World War I and IL Open daily I p m. to 5 p.m. except Tuesday (winter) and d aily lO a.m. to 6 p .m. (summer)

Restored homes surround one of

the original squares laid out by

41

General Oglethorpe in the

18th century

Th e Old Cotton Exhange Build1ng was the c enter of.c omm erce for
Savannah in the late 1800's.

FORT McALLISTER, 10 miles East of Richmond Hill Beautifully restored earthen Fort, including Civil War Museum, on the Ogeechee River. O pen 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily A Georgia Historical Commission site. F ree. WASHINGTON GUNS, Bay Street between Drayton & Bull Streets. Presented to Chatham Artillery in 1791 by George Washington EMMET PARK, Bay Street & East Broad Street Named for Irish patriot, Robert Emmet Contains the old Harbor Light, erected 1852, and a fountain commemoratmg three famous ships named for Savannah. TRUSTEES' GARDEN, East Broad near Bay Street, America's first public expenmental g arden In this section is an Herb Shop and the Pirates' House where, according to legend, Blackbeard died calling for his rum The Pirate's House is now a nationally known restaurant. COLO NIAL PARK CEMETERY, Abercorn & Oglethorpe Streets. Sec-
Factors' Walk was a 19th century center of commerce for cotton merchants. ond burial ground for the early colonists, 1750-1853. One of the signers of the Declaration of Independence is buried here. BONAVENTURE C EMETERY, on Bonaventure Road, edging the Wilmington River. This beautiful old cemetery, with spectacular moss-hung oaks, camellias, azaleas, and dogwood, was once a lavish plantation Attractions SHIPS OF THE SEA MUSEUM, 503 E. River Street, displays ship models d epicting the history of this early American port Other exhibits include a look at ships through the ages. Open year 'round from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. d aily SAVANNAH SCIENCE MUSEUM, 4405 Paulsen Street at 6lst Street Museum of natural history featuring exh1bits and classes in animal, insect and reptile life of the Savannah area, as well as astronomy Open daily l 0 a.m. to 5 p m., Sunday from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. FACTORS' WALK MILITARY MUSEUM, Factors' Walk (Bay Street) Located in one of Savannah's most picturesque downtown areas. Museum

exhibits many authentic Civil War battlefield artifacts, ed ged weapon and uniform collection, as well as cannon, pistols, rifles, documents, and Gatling gun. Open daily, 9 30 a.m. to 5 30 p .m., Sunday, 2 p .m. to 5 p .m.
OLD COTTON EXCHANGE BUILDING, 100 E. Bay Street, in Factor's Row, (1886) was the center of commerce when Savannah was world's foremost cotton port Now home of Savannah Area C hamber of Commerce . Open Monday through Friday, 8 30 a.m. to 5 p .m. CITY EXCHANGE BELL, Bay Street between Abercorn & Drayton Streets, installed 1804, which hangs in a replica of the cupola, stands as a memorial to the old City Exchange FACTORS' WALK, along the river bluff on Bay Street, was a 19th century meeting place for cotton merchants and center of commerce. Bridg eways connect the buildings to the bluff. Cobblestones were used as ballast in ships from England dispatched to bring g oods from the Colony. Museums and night clubs capitalize on the old world charm of the area. FORSYTH PARK, Bull Street between Gaston Street & Park Avenue, 1s especially beautiful with spnng-b looming azaleas, flowering trees, and large fountain dating back to 1858. Confederate monument honors Civil War
dead.
Marked tours of historical and scenic areas of the city are d esig ned for d o-ityourself touring Points of interest include monuments, historic b uildings and scenic parks. Regularly scheduled tours by Historic Savannah Tours, Inc , and Scenic Savannah Tours.
Camping Areas BELLAIRE WOODS CAMPGROUNDS, 12 miles S on U.S 17, then 3- l/2 miles W on Georgia 204. Swimming, fishing, boatmg and playground Privately owned. Open year 'round . BILTMORE GARDENS CAMPGROUND, 4707 Ogeechee Road, located 7 miles from Savannah on U.S 17, South. Tents and trailers. Privately owned. Open year 'round. CAMP KILKENNY, left on US 17A at Richmond Hill Space for 100 tents and trailers. Fishing

SAVANNAH MUNICIPAL CAMPGROUND, located at 7216 Skidaway Road, opposite Memorial Stadium in Bacon Park. 20 sites. RIVERS END CAMPGROUND, located on Savannah Beach. There are 85 campsites located before crossing the bridge that takes you into the Savannah Beach city limits.
Colleges and Universities ARMSTRONG STATE COLLEGEBegan in 1935 as Armstrong Junior College, situated in the restored George Armstrong house on the corner of Bull and Gaston Streets. Now a four- year institution, it moved to its p resent suburban campus in 1965. Institution of the University System of Georgia Senior College. SAVANNAH STATE COLLEGEEstablished in 1890. Located on a 135-acre campus in suburban Savannah. Institution of the University System of Georgm. Senior college offering graduate d egrees.
Welcome Center GEORGIA WELCOME C ENTER, 215 West Bound ary St., offers travel information, picnic area and rest area.
Operated by Georgia Department of Community Development, Tourist Division. Open year 'round excep t Thanksgiving, and December 25th and 26th.
Golf 18 holes at Bacon Park Golf Course, p ar 72. 9 holes at Mary Calder Golf C ourse, par 36. 18 holes at Savannah Inn & Country Club, p ar 72.
Annual Events G EORGIA DAY, downtown, commemorates the landing of General Oglethorpe and the establishment of the Colony February 13. ANNUAL DEEP SOUTH LIGHTENING REGATTA, Savannah River Early Marc h . TOUR O F HOMES AND GARDENS. Late March. ST PATRICK'S DAY PARADE, d owntown . March 17 SAVANNAH ARTS FESTIVAL, Forsyth Park, features paintings and sculpture. Early April. BLESSING OF THE FLEET Early June WATERMELON C UTTING, Juliette Gordon Low Birthplace. Early June YACHTING ANNUAL REGATTA, Savannah Yacht Club. Early July C HALET DAY, Juliette Gordon Low Birthplace. Late July

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An ornate fountain commands the

center of attention in Forsyth Park.

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COASTAL EMPIRE FAIR, fairgrounds. Late October CHRISTMAS PARADE, downtown. Late November. TREE OF LIGHTS, Forsyth Park Mid -December
SAVANNAH BEACH Grid: R-13 Attractions TYBEE LIGHTHOUSE. One of the first public structures in Georgia It marks the mouth of the Savannah River. Open Saturday and Sunday from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. Free. Closed weekdays. TYBEE MUSEUM, at the North end of the island adjacent to the lighthouse. Open daily from 10 a.m. to 6 p .m. from May 1 through September 1, and daily except Tuesday from September 1 to April 5.
Camping Areas RIVERS END FAMILY CAMPGROUND, North end of Island on the Savannah riverfront Camping, swimming, fishing, surfing. Privately owned. Open year 'round.

A patio dlimer on Sea Island 1s
an elegant affair

SEA ISLAND

Grid P-17

Golf

27 holes at Sea Island Golf Course

(The Cloister)

9 holes at Plantation Course, par 36.

9 holes at Retreat Course, par 36.

9 holes at Seaside Course, par 36.

Annual Events GEORGIA PGA CHAMPIONSHIP, Sea Island G olf Course. Mid-March. MID-SEASON PRO -AM GOLF TOURNAMENT, Sea Island G olf Course. Early February. SENIOR'S INVITATIONAL GOLF TOURNAMENT, Sea Island Golf Course. Mid-February TOUR OF HOMES AND GARDENS. Late March. SEA ISLAND FALL INVITATIONAL TOURNAMENT, Sea Island G olf Course Early November. SPRING GOLF TOURNAMENT FOR LADIES AND MEN. March

SOPERTON

Grid L-12

Historical Sites

TROUP TOMB, 8 miles W of U S 221

on Georgia 199. Restored tomb of George M. Troup, who died in 1856. Troup was known as a States' Rights
advocate who defied a President Troup County is named for him

SPARKS

Grid I-17

Camping Area

ARROWHEAD CAMPSITE, Barney-

ville exit off Interstate 75. Tent and

trailer camping, swimming, fishing,

hunting, playground. 444 acres.

Privately owned. Open year 'round .

SPARTA Camping Areas

Grid J-8

LITTLE-HUDSON PARK, 10 miles W on Georgia 16; on Lake Sinclair Tent

and trailer camping, boat ramps, picnic

facilities. Operated by Hancock

County Open year 'round.

Historical Sites

HISTORIC LANDMARKS OF

SPARTA include a number of beautiful old homes which may be seen as

visitors drive throughout the town.

SPRINGFIELD

Grid P-12

Annual Events

OAKY FARMS ARTS AND CRAFTS

JAMBOREE Mid-May

EFFINGHAM COUNTY FAIR

O ctob e r

STATESBORO

Grid 0- 12

Camping A reas

BIRDS BAY CAMPSITES, 2 miles S

on US. 30 1 then 2 miles E. on county

road. 4 acres. Privately owned. Open

year 'round.

THE BARN CAMPSITES AND

MOBILE HOME PARK, 2 miles Won

U.S 301 75 acres. Privately owned .

Open year 'round.

CYPRESS LAKE CAMPSITES, 3

miles S off US. 301 Swimming, fish-

ing, hunting. Privately owned. Open

year 'round.

Hunting Areas MARSH'S GAME PRESERVE 7 miles N. on county road, offers quail 'hunting, flshmg Managed hunts. Privately owned. Open year 'round.

Colleges and Universities GEORGIA SOUTHERN COLLEGE A 400-acre campus founded in 1906. An art gallery and series of lectures and performances are open to the public Institution of the University System of Georgia Senior College

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Annual Events
SOUTHEASTERN INVITATIONAL GOLF TOURNAMENT, Forest Heights Country Club Mid-April CHRIS SCHENKEL INTERCOLLEGIATE GOLF TOURNAMENT Forest Heights Country Club Lat~ April FISHING RODEO Mid -April PREACHERS INVITATIONAL GOLF TOURNAMENT, Forest Heig hts Country Club, features "golfing preachers and preaching golfers " November OGEECHEE FAIR, 5 miles S.E. via Georgia 67. Mid-October TOBACCO AUCTIONS. July & Au g ust.

Georgia grown tobacco is auctioned during July and August 111 Statesboro.
PEANUT HARVEST August & September PECAN HARVEST October & November

SWAINSBORO

Grid M-1 1

Camping Areas

YAM GRANDY STATE PARK. A day

use area with picnic facilities.

McKINNEY'S POND CAMP-

GROUNDS, 10 miles N. on Georgia

56, right on county road for 1- l/2

miles then left on county road. Tent and trailer camping, swimming, fishing

Privately owned. Open year 'round. COLEMAN'S LAKE CAMPGROUND

12 miles N. on Georgia 56 then left on

county road for 2 miles. Tent and trailer camping, swimming, fishing.

Privately owned. Open year 'round.

Golf 9 holes at Swainsboro Golf and

Country C lub, par 36.

Annual Events EMANUEL COUNTY PINE TREE
FESTIVAL, downtown Honors the

forestry industry Early May TOBACCO AUCTIONS, downtown .

July & August

SYCAMORE

Grid H-15

Camping Areas

BROWN'S OVERNITE TRAILER

PARK, Interstate 75 at Bussey Road

exit Tent and trailer camping, swim-

ming pool, golf, playground. Privately

owned. Open year 'round.

Tybee Lighthouse was one of

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the first public structures bwlt

1n Georgia.

SYLVANIA

Grid: 0-10

Welcome Center GEORGIA WELCOME CENTER, U S. 301 JUst S. of Georgia-South Carolina state line, offers travel infor-

mation, picnic area and rest area. Operated by Georgia Department of Community Development, Tourist Divison. Open year 'round except Thanksgiving and December 25 and 26.

Camping Area PINEVALE TRAILER COURT AND CAMPING AREA, 3 miles S. on US
30 1. Travel trailer camping, fishing.

Privately owned. Open year 'round.

Historical Sites BRIER CREEK BATTLE SITE, I0 miles E. on Brannen Bridge Road. The scene of a Revolutionary War battle between American soldiers and British Regulars. The breastworks are

still visible. DELL HOUSE, 6 miles N. on US. 301.

The only structure remaining in once-
busy Jacksonborough. According to legend, the house was spared by an 18th Century evangelist who asked

God to destroy the town.

Golf 9 holes at Brier Creek Country Club, par 36.

Annual Events SCREVEN COUNTY LIVESTOCK FESTIVAL, 1 mile SW on Rocky Ford Road. April.

THOMASVILLE

Grid G-19

Attractions

ROSE TEST GARDENS, I mile E. on

US 84 (1840 Smith Avenue) One of

25 gardens in the United States ex-

perimenting with development of new

r

Stately mansions are the focal point of Thomasville plantations.
types of roses. Open mid-April to midNovember; Monday through Saturday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. Free. BIG OAK, corner of E. Monroe and N Crawford Streets, is nearly 300 years old. The tree has a limb spread of !55 feet and is 65 feet high and 22 feet in circumference.
Tours DAILY PLANTATION TOURS

originate at the Chamber of Commerce and feature plantations, historic homes and gardens of the area.
Hunting Areas QUAIL HUNTING is one of this area's best known sports. Information available from the Chamber of Commerce.
Annual Events CAMELLIA SHOW Early January TOUR OF HOMES. Mid-March. ROSE FESTIVAL, downtown, honors the flower that made this city famous. Parade, beauty contest, live entertainment, special events. Late April. PINEY WOODS GOLF TOURNAMENT, Glen Arven Country Club. July 4. SIDEWALK ART SHOW, downtown. Late March.

The Crescent House was erected on a semi-aide drawn with the
owner's walking cane

TIFTON

Grid H-16

Hunting Areas

ALAPAHA GAME MANAGEMENT

AREA 27 miles E. via US. 82, consists

of 18,000 acres with good small game

populations, including gray squirrels,

fox squirrels, rabbits, quail and deer.

Hunting regulated by Department of

Natural Resources.

Camping Areas
ARROWHEAD CAMPGROUNDS, 18 miles S on Interstate 75 at Barneyville Road exit Tent and trailer camping, swimming pool, fishing, hunting. Privately owned. Open year 'round. BONANZA CAMPGROUNDS, 5 miles N. on Interstate 75 at Chula exit Tent and trailer camping, fishing. Privately owned. Open year 'round. WILLOUGHBY'S TWIN OAKS CAMPING AREA, 9 miles W on Georgia 82. Travel trailer camping, fishing . Privately owned. Open year 'round.

Colleges and Universities ABRAHAM BALDWIN AGRICULTURAL COLLEGE-Founded in 1908 and named for one of the signers of the Constitution of the United States for Georgia. Largest residential twoyear college in the State. Institution of

the University System of Georgia. Junior College.

VALDOSTA

Grid I-1 9

Historical Sites

CRESCENT HOUSE, N. Patterson

Street, US 221, 41 and 75. Built in

1898, this magnificent mansion is now

an imposing garden center. Among its

unusual features is a third floor ball-

room that seats 300. Open each

Friday afternoon.

LOWNDES COUNTY HISTORICAL

SOCIETY AND MUSEUM, N. Patter-

son Street, US. 221, 41 and Interstate

75. The history of Lowndes County is

shown in records of early settlers, old

photographs and displays of naval

industry and farm tools. Open Sunday

from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. Closed month

of December.

Attractions CHILDREN'S MUSEUM, N. Patterson Street, US 221, 4 1 and Interstate 75. Displays include 40 exhibits relating to science and history and five color slide presentations. Open Monday through Friday from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m., Saturday from 9 a.m. to 9 p .m. and Sunday from I p.m. to 5 p.m. WITHLACOOCHEE RIVER CANOE TRAIL, approximately 2 miles W on Georgia 94, begins its 55-mile journey south. Difficulty rating of IlL Camp sites located along the canoe trail.

Welcome Center GEORGIA WELCOME CENTER, Interstate 75 just N. of Georgia-Florida state line, offers travel information, picnic area and rest area. Operated by Georgia Department of Community Development, Tourist Division . Open year 'round except Thanksgiving and December 25 and 26.

Hunting Areas

GRAND BAY GAME MANAGE-

MENT AREA Take Georgia 125 to

Barretts Community, turn E. at sign

and follow dirt road 2 miles. Consists

ocfou5~t8i6e6s.

acres in Lowndes and Lanier Hunters find doves, rabbits,

ducks, squirrels and quail. Hunting

regulated by Department of Natural

Resources.

SUWANOOCHEE GAME MANAGE-

MENT AREA, 13 miles E. via US 84

and 5 miles S on U S 129, consists

of 70,000 acres of low-lying timber-

land. Deer, quail, rabbit, and squirrel

hunting allowed . Hunting regulated by

Department of Natural Resources

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The Withlacoochee River canoe

trail is a 55-mile Journey

Camping Areas

GEO RGIA-FLORIDA KOA CAMP-

ING AREA, 12 miles S.E. on Interstate

75 at Clyattville Twin Lakes exit Tent

and trailer camping, swimming pool,

p layground Privately owned. Open

year 'round.

BAILEY'S MANOR CAMPING AREA

3 miles N. on US 41. Tent and trailer '

camping, swimming pool. Privately

owned. Open year 'round.

RmIiVleEs RWPaAtRIKnteCrsAtaMteP7IN5GanAdRGEeA~r3gia

94. Tent and trailer camping, swim-

ming pool, fishing. Privately owned .

Open year 'round.

WILLIAMS miles S. on

UOSVE4R1N. ITTraEvePlAtRraKil~r8

camping. Privately owned. Open year

'round.

Lakes

BROWN'S POND- SPORTSMEN

LAKE, S of city on Lock Laurel Road

off of Georgia 31. 2,000 acres . Bass,

catfish, chain pickerel and bream fish-

ing. Privately owned. Open year

'round.

BORING MILL POND, 6 miles E. on

Georgia 94. 750 acres. Bass, catfish,

chain pickerel and b ream fishing

Open year 'round.

South Georgia lakes offer bass, catfish, chain pickerel and bream fishing.
WETHERINGTON'S LAKE, 2-1/2 miles W on US 84. 14 acres. Bass, catfish, chain pickerel, bream and crappie fishing. Open Monday through Saturday year 'round. TWIN LAKES-LAKE LONG POND S on US 4 1 at Lake Park. Bass, cat-' fish, chain pickerel and bream fishing. Open year 'round. BOYETTE'S, on Georgia 122 E. near Hahira. 30 acres. Open year 'round. Bass, catfish, chain pickerel and bream fishing.
Colleges and Universities VALDOSTA STATE COLLEGE Founded in 1906. Planetarium and Fine Arts Gallery open to public Institution of the University System of Georgia Senior College offering graduate degrees.
Annual Events AZALEA CITY FUN FESTIVAL, citywid e Mid-ApriL

The Inform ation Center at the Oke-
fen okee S wamp Park 1s the begln-
mng point for tours into the
unspoiled wilderness.

VIENNA

Grid G-13

Camping Area

MAGNOLIA PARK CAMPING AREA,

junction of Georgia 27 and Interstate

75. Tent and trailer camping. Privately

owned. O pen year 'round.

WAYCROSS

Grid M- 17

Attractions OKEFENOKEE SWAMP PARK, 8 miles S.E. on US 1 and 23, 4-3/4

miles S on Georgia 177, features wildlife shows, boat trips (10-mile, 2-hour g uided boat trips, or all day excursions by advance reservations) Inter-

pretive Center, Ecological Center; Pioneer Island exhibits. O pen daily
from 8 a.m. to sunset SATILLA RIVER CANO E TRAIL, approximately 3 miles N. on US 82,

beg ins its 149-mile trip to Woodbine, Georgia. There are camp sites, boat ramps and fish camps along the trail.

Camping Areas LAURA S. WALKER STATE PARK, see STATE PARKS this section.

Hunting Areas WAYCROSS STATE FOREST GAME

MANAGEMENT AREA, 3-1/2 miles S. via US. l, consists of 37,500 acres of timberland. Hunters may take deer,

rabbits, squirrels. Hunting regulated by Department of Natural Resources.

Annual Events FOREST FESTIVAL Early May

OKEFENOKEE HOLIDAYS. Late November. OKEFENO KEE FALL FESTIVAL Mid-October.

OKEFENOKEE WATER LILY FESTIVAL Early June

WHIGHAM

Grid E-19

Annual Events

RATTLESNAKE ROUNDUP is one of

Georgia's more unusual events. Local

men scout the area capturing the

poisonous snakes. Prizes are given for

the largest, smallest and most snakes

caught Rattlesnake handling and

milking d emonstrations are given.

Last Saturday in January

WILLACOOCHEE

Grid J-17

Attractions

ALAPAHA RIVER CANOE TRAIL,

approximately 3 miles S. on Georgia

135, begins its 53-mile journey to

Statenville, Georgia Difficulty rating of

I. Camp sites located along the

canoe trail.

State
Parks
The 12 multiple use State Parks of southern Georgia offer a rich choice of settings where the traveler may explore the fabled O kefenokee Swamp or visit the site of a Confederate prison camp, examine Indian excava' tions that date back to 800 AD. or view the tabby ruins of coastal Georgia All are open year 'round and offer some of the best camping areas to be found anywhere. Several of the parks provide rental cottages and/or mobile homes for visitors who enjoy the outof-d oors, with all the comforts of home. Campgrounds open at 7 a.m. and close at lO p.m. Tent and trailer camping fee is $2.50 per site per night for each family No reservations accepted.
Rental cottages and mobile homes are completely furnished, including linens and blankets. Rates are:
Older Cottages $8 per d ay, $48 per week (2 persons); each additional person $1 per day, $6 per week
New Cottages $12 per day, $72 per week (2 persons); each additional person $2 per d ay, $ 12 per week (children under 12 years, $1 per day, $6 per week)
Mobile Homes $10 per day, $60 per week (2 persons); each additional person $ 1 per day, $6 per week No pets allowed in cottages or mobile homes. The 3% Georgia Sales Tax will be added to all bills. A deposit p ayment to cover one night at base rate must accompany all reservation requests. A minimum 48-hours cancellation notice is required for refunds . Prices shown here were correct at press time, however; they are subject to change without notice. ALL RESERVATIONS FOR COTTAGES AND MOBILE HOMES MUST BE MADE THROUG H THE SUPERINTENDENT OF THE PARK YOU WISH TO VISIT The addresses and telephone numbers of the State Parks are listed below.
ADEL Reed Bingham, off Georgia 37 between Adel and Moultrie. 1,605 acres . The grounds and lake of this Park now cover the site where the last reported p itched battle between the white man and the Indian took place in south Georgia over 130 years ago. Mailing address: Box 459, Adel, Georgia 31620. Telephone (912) 896-7788 .

The Alapaha River canoe trail stretches 53 miles.

ALBANY
Chehaw, 4 miles N.E. of Albany; off US . 19, G eorgia 3. 586 acres . Park visitors may picnic where C reek Indians once hunted for game. Turner Air Force Base and Radium Springs are nearby. Mailing address: Albany, Georgia 31 705. Telephone: (912) 43 2- 2 8 22.
BLAKELY Kolomoki Mounds, off U S 27 about 6 miles N. of Blakely. 1,293 acres. The Kolomoki Indian Mounds have been officially designated a Registered National Historic Landmark by the U S Department of the Interior. Recent scientific excavations indicate Indian occupancy as early as 800 AD. Mailing address Blakely, Georgia 3 1723. Telephone (912) 723-5296.
CORDELE Georgia Veterans Memorial, on shore of Lake Blackshear, 9 miles W of Cordele via U S 280, Georgia 30. 1,307 acres. This Park is a favorite among Georgia fishermen. A short d istance from the Park, a stone marker commemorates the site of Fort Early, a pioneer outpost against the Indians in Georgia's early days. Mailing address: Cordele, Georgia 31 015. Telephone (9 12) 273-2190.
DONALSONVILLE

Seminole, on the banks of Lake Seminole, 16 miles S from Donalson~ ville via Georgia 39 near intersection of Georgia 253. 343 acres. O ne of the best fishing spots in South Georgia. Mailing address: Donalsonville, Georgia 31745. Telephone (912) 861-2442.
FARGO Stephen C. Foster, 18 miles NE of Fargo via Georgia 177, in the heart of the Okefenokee Swamp. 80 acres. Wildlife abounds here. Take your camera. Mailing address: Fargo, Georgia 3 1631 Telephone (912) 4 96 -7509.
KINGSLAND Crooked River, 12 miles E. from Kingsland, off U. S. 14 on Georgia 40 Spur. 500 acres. Old tabby ruins nearby for exploration . Also St. Marys Church (organized in 1808) and Jekyll Island . Mailing address Kingsland, Georgia 31548. Telephone (912) 882-5256.
LINCOLN, near Millen city limits on Georgia 17. 53 acres. Fishing along bank of Buckhead Creek. Mailing address: Millen, Georgia 30442. No telephone
MILLEN Magnolia Springs, on U S 25, Georgia 21 , about 5 miles N. of Millen. 948 acres. Park occupies site of old

Fort Lawton, a Confederate p rison camp built to relieve overcrowded conditions at Andersonville. The sp ring s here flow an estimated 9 million gallons a d ay and form a beautiful clear pool over 12 feet deep Mailing address: Millen, Georgia 30442. Telep hone (912) 982-1660.
McRAE Little Ocmulgee, one mile N. of McRae on US 3 19, 441. 1,397 acres. C reek Indians once lived and hunted in this area. Mailing address McRae, Georgia 31055. Telephone (912) 8 6 8-2 8 32 .
REIDSVILLE Gordonia Alatamaha, within city limits of Reidsville, via U. S 280. 204 acres . Gordonia Alatamaha is the scientific name of the plant for which the Park is named and which was found originally along the Altamaha River. Mailing address: Reidsville, G eorgia 30453. Telephone (912) 557-4763.
WAYCROSS Laura S . Walker, lO miles S.E. of Waycross via U S 84. 306 acres. Within a state fo rest and close to the Okefenokee Swamp. A haven for nature lovers and wildlife enthusiasts. Mailing address Waycross, Georgia 31501 . Telephone (912) 283-4424.

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Reed Bingham

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S. G Foster

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Bainbridge

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Fairchild

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Hawkins vill e

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Jefferson Davis

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Lincoln

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Santa Maria

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t N e wer co tta g es (l - 5 ye ars)

COURSE

CITY

HOLES PAR

American Legion Golf Course

. Albany

9 35

Sherwood Golf Course .

. Albany

9 36

Industrial Park Golf Course

. Bainbridge

9 35

Appling County Golf Course

. Baxley

9 36

Lakeview Golf and Country Club .

. ... Blackshear

9 36

Brunswick Country Club

. . . . . . . . . . . . Brunswick

18 72

Cairo Country Club . . . . . . . . . .

. ... Cairo

18 72

Evans Heights Golf Course

. C laxton

9 36

Uchee Trail Country Club. . . . . . . . . .

. Cochran

9 36

Victory Drive Golf Course

. Columbus

9 35

Midland Pines Golf Course .

. .. Columbus

18 70

Bibb Hillcrest G olf Course . . . . . . . . . . .. Columbus

9 27

Bull Creek Municipal Golf Course .

. C olumbus

18 72

Dawson Golf Course

.. Dawson

9 36

Dublin Country Club

.. Dublin

18 72

Dodge County Golf Course .

. Eastman

9 36

Fitzgerald Country Club

.... Fitzgerald

9 35

Folkston Golf and Country Club

. Folkston

9 36

Playland Golf Course .

. G lennville

9 35

Town Creek Golf Course .

. Hawkinsville

9 35

Jeff Davis Golf Course

... Hazlehurst

9 36

Cherokee Country Club .

. Hinesville

9 36

Championship Course

.. Jekyll Island

18 72

Pinelake Course

. Jekyll Island

18 72

Oceanside Course

... ... . . ... Jekyll Island

9 36

Little Ocmulgee State Park Golf Course. . . McRae

9 36

Willow Lake Golf Course.

. Metter

9 36

Magnolia Country Club . . . . . . . . . .

. Millen

9 36

Pinecrest Country Club

. Pelham

9 36

Quitman Country Club . .

Quitman

9 35

Reynolds Golf Course

. Reynolds

9 36

St. Marys Golf Course

. St. Marys

9 36

Sea Palms Golf and Country Club

... St. Simons Island 18 72

Bacon Park Golf Course.

. . . . . . . . . . . Savannah

18 72

Mary Calder Golf Course

..... .Savannah

9 36

Savannah Inn and Country Club Golf Course .. Savannah

18 72

Plantation Golf Course . .

. .... Sea Island (The Cloister)

9 36

Retreat Golf Course .

. ... Sea Island (The Cloister)

9 36

Seaside Golf Course

. Sea Island (The Cloister)

9 36

Brier Creek Country Club

. . . . . . . . .... Sylvania

9 36

Swainsboro Golf and Country Club

. Swainsboro

9 36

Golf Courses

Georgia
Welcome
Centers
Plan to stop at one of the Georgia Welcome Centers as you enter the State It can add enJoyment and new dimensions to your travels in Georgia All the centers are staffed with friendly and knowledgeable receptionists who will be happy to assist you with the most current information available. Seven of the Welcome Centers are

strategically located on major highways at the state borders and the eighth is located in the Atlanta Airport All are operated by the Georgia Department of Community Development Their addresses follow:
Georgia Welcome Center Airport Branch PO. Box 20649 Atlanta, Georgia 30320
Georgia Welcome Center 1000 Victory Drive Columbus, Georgia 3190 1
Georgia Welcome Center Route 2, Box 75 Lake Park, Georgia 31636 (Valdosta)

Georgia Welcome Center Interstate 85 Lavonia, Georgia 30553
Georgia Welcome Center PO Box 4090 Martinez, Georgia 30907 (Augusta)
Georgia Welcome Center Interstate 75 Ringgold, Georgia 30736
Georgia Welcome Center 215 West Boundary Street Savannah, Georgia 31401
Georgia Welcome Center Route 1, Box 185 Sylvania, Georgia 30467

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