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hen Atlanta's own Robert ("Bobby") Tyre ones Jr. tackled the remarkable feat of ning what golfers now dub the "Grand Slam" in 1930, Georgia's nickname should have been changed from the "Peach State" to the "Golf State." Golfing has long been well established in Georgia; the Savannah Golf Club, which was founded in Georgia in 1794, was Georgia's first club and America's second. Georgia has a proud tradition of competitive golfe rs; the quality of players coming out of the state during the early part of the century was unparalleled. Alexa Stirling Fraser, born and r~ised in Atlanta, was the North American amateur golf champion, winning three consecutive U.S. Women 's Amateur Golf Championships beginning in 1916. Charlie Yates, another Atlantan, won consecutive Georgia S' tate Amateur tournaments in 1931 and 1932, as wel l as the British Amateur in 1938. But it was Jones' victories in the four major championships and subsequent retirement from competitive golf that prompted him to build his ideal go lf course in Georgia, as homage to the treasured links at St. Andrews in Scotland, the home of the game. Along with his fr iend Clifford Roberts, who suggested a former horticultural nursery as the site, and architect Dr. Al ister Mackenzie, Jones built Augusta National Golf Club. Non-members, if they're lucky
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enough to get tickets, are privy to Augusta National each year in April during the Masters Golf Tournament, the first of today's four major tournaments. Add to your knowledge of Georgia golf history in Augusta with a stop at the Georgia Golf Hall of Fame's botanical gardens.
However, Georgia golf isn't only about green jackets and azaleas. The state's varied topography, from the coastal plain through the piedmont to the mountains, provides golfers of all skill levels with varied and challenging layouts on Georgia's 494 golf courses.
Georgia's 18 Most Challenging Holes
Georgia is known for its wealth of world-class private courses, many of which have played host to golf's most prestigious events-most notably the Masters ' at Augusta National. The state is also blessed with an array of exceptional publicaccess layouts ranked among the best and most challenging in the U.S.
This list includes no more than one hole per course and features many of Georgia's most outstanding designs created by the likes of Jack Nicklaus, Tom Fazio and Robert Trent Jones as well as Georgia-based designers Bob Cupp and Denis Griffiths. This is our assessment of Georgia's most challenging holes on public-access layouts, arranged in a standard par-72 format (four par 3s, 10 par 4s and four par Ss). The course measures a little more than 7,450 yards from the tips, almost exactly the yardage of the newly lengthened Augusta National.
1. Stone Mountain Golf Club (Stonemont course), Stone Mountain, Hole #1 Par 4, 451 yards
Arguably the most difficult opening hole in the state, this rolling, treelined monster has ample length, a sloping fairway and a large, elevated green that makes getting anywhere near front-pin positions a real test, even on pitch shots from close range.
2. St. Marlo Country Club, Duluth, Hole #2 Par 4, 474 yards
There is ample fairway down the left side, but a menacing bunker and out-of-bounds area to the right are easily within reach of fades or slices off the tee. A wide, undulating green is zealously guarded by a group of bunkers, obstructing the view of the approach shot. GEORGIA.ORG / 1-800-VISIT GA
3. Cherokee Run Golf Club, Conyers, Hole #12 Par 5, 536 yards
Tee shots have a way of finding the trees along the fairway, and the lay-up shot to a sloping landing area is no bargain. This is followed by an intimidating third over a scrub area to a green with little depth but plenty of surrounding trouble.
4. Goshen Plantation Golf Club, Augusta, Hole #4 Par 3, 253 yards
For those who think No. 12 at Augusta National is scary, try this south-Augusta terror. The hole is all carry over water, with the blue tees a brutal 220 yards. The enormous green is around 75 yards wide, and the hole is exposed to the wind.
5. Emerald Pointe Golf Club, Lake Lanier Islands, Hole #14 Par 4, 436 yards
The tee shot must avoid a steep hill left of the fairway while staying out of the trees down the right side. The lengthy second shot ranks among the toughest anywhere, with the hill still in play, a severe drop-off heading in the direction of Lake Lanier and precious little landing area short of the putting surface.
6. The Golf Club at Cuscowilla on Lake Oconee, Eatonton, Hole #9 Par 4 , 480 yards
One of the state's most heralded courses includes two huge par 4s that conclude the two nines-both of which are essentially par Ss for the average golfer. There is plenty of room off the tee, but two of the ragged, Scottish-style bunkers that give the course its unique feel are very much in play on the second shot, with the green sloping away in several spots.
7. Harbor Club, Greensboro, Hole #17 Par 3, 180 yards
A second selection from the golfer's paradise of Lake Oconee, it's another all -carry "short" hole, with the lake bordering the wide, shallow green to the front and right. Bunkers behind the putting surface are not a recommended bailout, but there is some dry land to the left for the faint-hearted.
8. Chestatee Golf Club, Dawsonville, Hole #8 Par 4, 460 yards
There is ample fairway to the left, but the lake to the right still serves as a magnet for mis-hit tee shots. A finger of the lake, as well as a larg e bunker, must be carried on the long second.
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9. Meadow Links at George T. Bagby, Fort Gaines, Hole #18 Par 5, 555 yards
Water lurks unseen down the left side of this gem of a hole on one of the state's most remote but highly regarded layouts. There is room down the right to set up a delicate downhill third shot over water, while the more adventurous can aim left off the tee and consider going for the green in two.
10. Cobblestone Golf Course, Acworth, Hole #11 Par 4 , 436 yards
One of a trio of par 4s on this spectacular municipal course. A lake borders the right side of the hole beginning in the land ing area, hugging the edge of the large putting surface that includes a lower level near a bunker that is almost as penal as the water hazard across the green.
11. Bear's Best Atlanta, Hole #11 Par 3, 193 yards
The course consists of 18 replica holes of Jack Nicklaus layouts, and this particular one comes from his design at the PGA Golf Club in south Florida. Another all-carry par 3, with the only bailout room to the left of a green with m inimal depth, the 11th hole at Bear's Best is Jack's Muirfield Village homage to Augusta National's 12th.
12. University of Georgia Golf Course, Athens, Hole #12 Par 5, 523 yard s
Water lines the right side of this scenic but scary hole, with the third shot having to cross the lake after an exacting lay-up shot. It's vital to avoid mounds to the left of the fairway that are very inviting to aim at but not nearly as welcome a spot fqr the perilous approach.
13. Jekyll Island Golf Club (Oleander course), Hole #12 Par 4 , 443 yards
Typically playing into the ocean breezes, it's all the hole you wanteven with a very generous fairway, bi sected by water, that is in play for only the longest hitters. A long second shot into the wind is no picn ic, with a bunker along the right side of the green getting plenty of play.
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14. Barnsley Gardens Resort, Adairsville, Hole #14 Par 3, 227 yards
One of the state's most picturesque holes but also one of its most dangerous. The sharp downhill tee shot must carry a pond that has beckoned thousands of balls to a watery grave. Enjoy the splendid view of nearby mountains from the tee, even if you 're digging into your bag for another ball.
15. Callaway Gardens (Mountain View course), Pine Mountain, Hole #15 Par 5, 539 yards
The signature hole from the former host course for the PGA Tour Southern Open. A steep hill left of the fairway will redirect tee shots back into play and allow you to aim away from water to the right, which must be dealt with on the third shot. The lay-up area short of the water includes some uneven lies than can make the short third to an elevated green much more difficult than the yardage, with the hole responsible for a record number of chunked short irons.
16. Chateau Elan Golf Club (Chateau course), Braselton, Hole #14 Par 4, 428 yards
The hole begins from an elevated tee with a drive that must negotiate trees on either side. But the real challenge begins with the second shot to a tripletier green, with a tiny but hazardous waterfall looming not far from the right edge of the putting surface. The design of the green, which is cut between a hillside to the left and the waterfall to the right, can make for some interesting short-game shots.
17. Houston Lake Country Club, Perry, Hole #18 Par 4, 393 yards
Among the state's great finishing holes, the tee shot must carry Houston Lake at an angle, with players electing to bite off as much as they can chew. The water is also in play on the approach, guarding the length of the right side of the green. Bunkers also must be negotiated.
18. Sea Island Golf Club (Seaside course), St. Simons, Hole #18 Par 4, 439 yards
Seaside's 18th generally plays into the wind coming off the ocean, with bunkers on either side of the fairway and the famous sa nd dunes a little farther left for those who play too much of a hook. Water creeps into play short and left of the putting surface, which is flanked by a pair of the layout's deep, greenside bunkers that will give your sand game a workout.
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i/ig sets the stage for small-town nostalgia he enduring all-American image of main streets and town squares, places for meeting and greeting neighbors and getting the latest news and gossip. In Georgia, towns like Savannah, Thomaston and Rome have been preserved and revitalized, making them thriving symbols of Southern hospitality combined with unique architecture. Once a boomtown during the country's first gold rush in 1828, Dahlonega is similar to many Southern county seats, where the courthouse was built in the center of the square. Now home to the Dahlonega Gold Museum, the red brick building is still a center of activity. Nearby is the Historic Hawkins Street neighborhood, listed on the National Register
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of Historic Places. Here you can see the Holly Theater and Buisson Arts Center, both good examples of Great Depressionera community projects.
Another neighborhood to check out is in Rome, a city southwest of Dahlonega that was built by the Coosa River on the site of a Cherokee Indian village. Designated a Great American Main Street City by the National Trust for Historic Preservation, Rome's Broad Street is the second widest main street in Georgia and blends historic buildings with contemporary needs. Take in a play at the DeSoto Theatre, for instance. Built in 1929, the DeSoto Theatre's Greco-Roman exterior, modeled after New York's Roxy, complements the art-deco marquee and the symmetry of the Georgian interior. Or visit the famous clock tower, the
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city's signature landmark, wh ich has been an accurate timekeeper since 1872.
To experience lifestyles of the 1800s, head south and visit Roswell's historic homes. Open for tours, Smith Plantation is a great example of a wealthy family 's home in early Georgia. Even the outbuildings are original. Or tour Bulloch Hall, a 160-year-old, white-columned Greek Revival house and the childhood home of President Teddy Roosevelt's mother. Finally, examine Mimosa Hall, which was originally built in 1842. Having been constructed of wood, it burned down soon after completion, only to be rebuilt with stuccocovered brick, then scored to emulate a stone structure. Mimosa Hall was completed again in 1847.
Drive through Atlanta and stop in Decatur. The South Candler Street section, also listed on the National Register of Historic Places, is said to represent the best Victorian architecture in the town. While there, walk across the campus of Agnes Scott, a women's liberal arts college founded in 1889. Just recently, the college spent $1.6 million renovating three Victorian homes for student housing.
From Decatur, drive to another college campus in Athens, which is home to the University of Georgia and is pulsing with youthful energy and a vibrant music scene. Don 't miss the Federal-style Church-Waddel-Brumby House, which some believe is the oldest surviving residence in Athens. This was due to its early-1970 rescue, which actually started the town's historic preservation movement. The Ware-Lyndon House, bu ilt in 1856, is another on the National Register of Historic Places and is one of the few antebellum homes with Italianate elements (modeled after 16th-century Italian villas) remaining in the Athens area. The Greek Revival Taylor-Grady House, with its 13 columns representing the original 13 colonies, should be on your list as well.
Located approximately half an hour from Athens is Madison, a town spared from the torch of the Union Army, making it a treasurJ trove of pre-Civil War and Victorian architecture. In 2001, Madison was voted " No. 1 Small Town in America " by Travel Holiday magazine. Visitors can explore the Piedmont Plain-style Rogers House/ Rose Cottage, built circa 1809-a fine example of the rural Southern, "two-overtwo" style. Or examine the details of the Greek Revival-style Heritage Hall-the only home in town with four columns bordered by two square piers. Heritage Hall is also noted for its window etchings in most of its rooms.
A bit farther east takes you to Greensboro. This town 's center offers multitudes of antebellum homes and churches, as well as an example of stately revival architecture in the Greene County Courthouse. Each downtown building represents a piece of the arch itecture in Southern hist ory, and
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now lends its interior to a clothing, jewelry or antique shop. Heading west, be sure to drive through the mule capital
of the South, Thomaston, which has been named one of America's best small towns for escaping fast-paced city life. Based on the court-square layout, the neoclassical Revival -style Upson County Courthouse was built in 1908 and is topped by a clock tower and gold dome. The downtown barbershop, with its striped pole, and the refurbished deco-style Ritz movie theater are still a draw for residents and visitors alike who appreciate the comfort of knowing everyone.
Americus is a bigger small town. Visitors can recreate the past by staying at the circa 1892 Victorian-style Windsor Hotel, with its spires, towers and period-style rooms, or by taking in a show at the Rylander Theatre, built in 1919 with ornate plasterwork, murals and beautiful stencils. The Historic Driving Tour encompasses 40 antebellum and Victorian sites, while SAM Shortline excursions provide rides on vintagerestored railroad cars which hit si x stops from Cordele to Archery, including Americus. Habitat for Human ity was founded in Americus in 1976. The organ ization has since built and rehabilitated more than 200,000 houses with and for people in need .
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Savannah, with stately moss-draped live oaks lining the boulevards, represents the essence of Southern gentility and is credited as the country's first planned city. Its 21 historic squares are surrounded by restored Greek Revival- and Regency-style homes, providing visitors with extensive opportunities to tour the beauty of the Old South. Post-Civil War years brought a preservation movement to the city, which led to the Historic Savannah Foundation. Broughton Street, a main Savannah street, has recently been revived and is coming to life with theaters, boutiques, restaurants and art galleries.
Also along the coast is Brunswick, the "Gateway to the Golden Isles," founded in 1771 . Built on the same grid plan as Savannah, this bustling port city reflects its English heritage by such street and square names as Prince, Newcastle and Halifax. Old Town Brunswick boasts Victorian commercial buildings, grand homes, and bed and breakfast inns.
When it comes to quality of life, these towns have learned how to make the most of their assets, so revisit the best qualities of the past or slow down the present by exploring the main streets and town squares of Georgia .
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Buildings and sites around the state are important to the recognition of history, as well as the state's future. There are multiple avenues for buildings to become better protected and preserved.
One is through The Georgia Trust, t he largest statewide. nonprofit preservation organization in the country. In order to preserve and improve Georgia's communities and sites, it finds buyers for endangered properties and helps with design of Main Street cities.
The National Register recognizes certain buildings, sites, districts and structures as key parts of national, state or local history, or that are significant in archeology, architecture, engineering or culture. Places listed in the National Register are not guaranteed demolition protection.
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is most gorgeous, and I nominate Georgia 's." .... ..Ogden Nash, 7933. Perhaps no food is more gorgeous-to a Georgian at least-than a plate of smoky barbecue pork with a side of coleslaw and a bowl of Brunswick stew. The people of the Peach State are passionate about their favorite 'cue and stew; they will drive past dozens of barbecue restaurants to get to that one place that prepares it just the way they want it. They w ill endlessly debate proper cooking techniques and the best barbecue sauce. They will dismiss unacceptable offerings thusly: "That isn 't barbecue-let me tell you where to get real barbecue!" In Georgia's earliest days, folks made barbecue by digg ing a hole, p iling in oak and hickory logs and burning them down to coals, and placing whole slaughtered pigs on a rack over the coals. (No doubt there was at least one Georgian at that first feast who afterward opined, "That wasn 't barbecue-let me tell you ...") Barbecue has since become the traditional food at community gatherings throughout the state. In Gone With
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Twelve Oaks, she was describing a common, but nonetheless special , event in the South .
Barbecue came to be featured prominently in political gat herings. Said former Georgia governor Marvin Griffin after an unsuccessful comeback run in 1962, " Everybody that ate my barbecue I don 't believe voted for me." Like countless Southern politicians before him, Griffin had held campaign rallies featuring a barbecue feast, expecting that plates piled high with _smoke-anointed goodness would translate into votes on elect ion day. He knew that barbecue would draw a crowd in Georgia, but, as it turned out, it was a crowd with far more devotion to barbecue than to him.
The close mi x of barbecue and politics holds true to this day. Each year's session of the Georgia General Assembly opens with a "Wi ld Hog Supper." During the remainder of the year, many a barbecue place is known as a hangout for local politicians. One Georgia county even has a Republ ican barbecue place and a Democrat barbecue place. Sconyer's BBQ in Augusta keeps all politic ians happy. It has made trips to both the Little White House (the former home of President Franklin D. Roosevelt) in Warm Springs and th e White House in Washington, D.C.
Why do Georgians refer to a barbecue "place" rather than a restaurant? It goes back to the tradition of barbecue as a special event, one that typically happened outdoors on a weekend or a holiday rather than every day. The place was where the hole was dug, and the hole might be dug in a d ifferent place for the next barbecue.
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Today, most Georgia barbecue is found in , yes, restaurants. Yet there remain a few places that hark back to the earlier traditions . Some are only open on weekends, a reminder that barbecue was once a treat for special days and not an everyday food . Some operate out of buildings that are more shack than restaurant, recalling the temporary and irregular nature of the barbecue "place." Many a place grew into a restaurant because of its local popularity, gradually adding a Thursday, then a Wednesday .. . until it eventually stayed open all week.
Some of the traditional places began their growth early. Zeb's Place near Danielsville and Harold's in Atlanta both began in 1947. Fincher's in Macon and Jimbo's in Homerville opened in the 1930s. Fresh Air Bar-B-Q in Jackson started up in 1929, while Sprayberry's in Newnan dates back to 1926.
The traditional cooking method varies little across Georgia : essentia lly pork is cooked slowly, using low heat and hardwood smoke. The pit may be open or closed and it may be indoors or out. Once cooked, the meat may be chopped, chipped, sliced or pulled, but it must have the flavor and aroma of wood smoke to be true 'cue.
It's often the sauce that distinguishes a barbecue place. By far the most common sauce in Georgia is tomatoor ketchup-based, but it varies widely in thickness, sweetness and spiciness . Mustard-based sauces, popular in west Georgia, can sometimes also be had elsewhere in the state. Vinegar-based tomato sauces are found all over, sometimes sporting a strong black-pepper flavor.
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Occasionally there's the option of eastern North Carolinastyle vinegar and pepper sauce (no tomatoes), but it's hardly ever any place's only choice.
On the side of the barbecue will be Brunswick stew (in some places it's so delicious that folks order it as the main course). In east Georgia , instead of stew, you might find barbecue hash, with or without rice, or an interesting regional concoction called chicken mull.
Whether the barbecue comes from a roadside shack or a pork palace, whether it comes with stew or hash, whether it is favored by Republicans or Democrats, if it's Georgia's, it's gorgeous!
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he American Civil War changed Georgia and its landscape forever, and the events are both remarkable and tragic. Its effect on Georgia was greater than any other event in its history, with some 11,000 Georgians killed ~nd more than 100,000 total casualties between 1861 and 1865. However, there were also more than 460,000 others emancipated by the war's end. These numbers are especially remarkable considering, with the exception of the sea islands, Georgia did not become a battleground until the middle of the war. After Georgia seceded from the Union in 1861, more than 100,000 Georgians initially fought in the Confederate army, and many leaders called Georgia home, including: Alexander H. Stephens, vice president of the Confederacy; Robert Toombs, secretary of state for the Confederacy and a general; and James Longstreet, second in command to Robert E. Lee. The homes of both Stephens and Toombs are museums and open to th e public; A. H. Stephens
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State Park is in Crawfordville, and Robert Toombs' home is in Washington.
For the first three years of the war, instead of contributing battlefields, Georgia provided transportation, war materials and food . The plantations and factories sent timber, cotton, corn, hogs, uniforms and munitions for the Army and Navy, and the extensive network of railroads delivered them throughout the South. The Tunnel Hill Heritage Center and Railroad Tunnel (in Tunnel Hill, near Dalton) is on the path of the Great Locomotive Chase, and the surrounding area was once occupied by both Union and Confederate troops. Although you can 't use the railroad network today, you can still relive these monumental events just by hitting the road.
Located in the Appalachian foothills is Chickamauga and Chattanooga National Military Park, a 5,000-acre battlefield. Observe the monuments, markers and guns that pay silent homage to one of the most epochal struggles in the War Between the States. Your self-guided tour will be
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enhanced with use of the site's audiotape, which describes the three-day conflict resulting in 34,000 Union and Confederate casualties. Because of this high number of losses, Chickamauga is considered the second bloodiest battle in the Civil War.
To reach one of the most complete Civil War battlefields of the 1864 Atlanta Campaign, head south toward Atlanta to find Kennesaw National Battlefield Park. Tours and a short film are provided at the visitor center. As part of the 2,888-acre park are hiking trails, recreation areas and picnicking areas . Another Atlanta site and park, Stone Mounta in, is home to the world 's largest relief sculpture of Civil War leaders. The granite carving even surpasses the size of Mount Rushmore.
For a true understanding of the war, drive into the city and visit the Atlanta History Center's award-winning exhibition: "Turning Point: The American Civil War." This permanent display is one of the nation's largest and most comprehensive exhibits. As you tour the gallery filled with artifacts, photos, documents and more, the era will come alive for you and help deepen your understanding of this historical conflict.
While you're in Atlanta, tour the Cyclorama at Grant Park to see the world 's largest painting of the Battle of Atlanta. Accompanied by music, lighting, sound effects and narration , the painting is made to seem like reality.
Due west in Dallas, you'll find the Pickett's Mill Battlefield State Historic Site, one of the best-preserved Civil War battlefields in existence. Visitors can travel roads used by Federal and Confederate troops, see earthworks constructed by these men, and walk through the same ravine where hundreds died.
Farther south is Milledgeville, Georgia's capital during the Civil War (from 1803 to 1868). It was one of two planned capital cities in the United States; the other being Washington, D.C. The Old Governor's Mansion and the Old Capitol and Legislative Chambers are available for touring . The historic district boasts more than 200 architectural landmarks, with more than a dozen identified on the National Register of Historic Places.
To experience the Civil War from a maritime perspective, visit the Port Columbus National Civil War Naval Museum located in Columbus, which features 40,000 square feet of exhibits. Remains of two original Confederate Navy ships anchor the displays along with full -sized reconstructions of parts of three other famous ships, including the USS Monitor. Visitors can enter an ironclad ship and experience a combat scene through the nation's only Civil War ironclad-combat simulator.
Because the approach-from-the-sea tactic was a major pa rt of the war, don 't miss the sites off coastal
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Georgia. First, go to the Fort Pulaski National Monument in Savannah. Named for General Casim ir Pulaski, who lost his life in the unsuccessful siege of Savannah in 1779, Fort Pulaski was built between 1829 and the mid-1840s on Cockspur Island to guard the shores around Savannah. Occupied by Confederate troops in 1861, the fort fell to Union forces in April 1862 when they overcame the fort using rifled cannons for the first time in warfare.
Located on the south bank of the Great Ogeechee River, Fort McAllister State Park in Richmond Hill is home to the best-preserved earthwork fort ification of the Confederacy. The sand and mud earthworks were attacked seven times by Union ironclads, but did not fall until captured in 1864 by General William T. Sherman during his infamous " March to the Sea ." The Brown House in Sandersville is where General Sherman spent the night on his way to Savannah and is open to tours. Before the general arrived in Savannah, the city decided to surrender in hopes of saving itself from
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burning. The efforts worked, and Sherman instead gave the city to President Lincoln as a Christmas gift.
For a complete view of the Civil War, it is important to get the perspective of its prisoners. To do so, be sure to visit the infamous Andersonville Prison and the National Prisoner of War Museum near Americus. During the prison's 14 month lifespan, more than 45,000 Un ion soldiers were incarcerated. Of these, almost 13,000 died from disease, poor sanitation, malnutrition, overcrowding or exposure to the elements.
To go back in time to May 10, 1865, when Federal troops captured Confederate President Jefferson Davis, drive southeast toward lrwinville. With his arrest, the government of the Confederate States of America was disbanded. Today, the 13-acr~ Jefferson Davis Historic Site marks the spot where Davis was arrested.
A bright spot in all the information about battles and prisoners is the story of Fitzgerald. This town was settled by Union and Confederate soldiers together. The Blue and Gray Museum displays memorabilia from both sides and tells of the city's history.
Use these sites to explore Georgia's Civil War history and relive the fascinating and heroic stories. From Chickamauga to the Atlanta Campaign and Sherman's March to the Sea, Georgia has a wealth of battlefields, cemeteries, arsenals, museums and stories that will come to life.
For more information on Georg ia Civil War history, please visit GAcivilwar.org.
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trike a t un ing fork against t he red Georgia lay. The sounds will reverberate and resonate a long ti m e. To say t hat most form s of American popular music originated here is not much of an exaggeration. Other places have certain ly contributed to the big repertoire, but Georgia boasts an astonishing number of diverse music pioneers and revo lutionaries. We're talking about those blessedly unconventional experimenters who dared to bend a note backward, or "worry it," as Georgia soul bal ladeer Otis Redding would say, and who created a whole new art form in the process. Don't tell the Nashville slickers, but the first country record was cut in Atlanta by Fiddlin' John Carson, a mountain man who swathed his instrument in a f lour sack. In 1923 he sang into an Okeh microphone " The Old Hen Cackled and the Rooster 's Going to Crow," wh ich promptly sold more than 500,000 copies. His heirs are numerous: Chet Atkins, boss of the "Nashvi lle Sound"; Ray Stevens, the clown prince from Clarkdale; honky-tonking Travis Tritt, a Hiram resident; Mont icello's Trisha Yea rwood, an advocate for pretty strivers everywhere; and Newnan's Alan Jackson, the bard of smalltown virtue. Rising Fawn's own Norman Blake is the bluegrass guitarist you hear on the Joan Baez version of "The Night They Drove Old Dixie Down ," and the Forester Sisters, Confederate Railroad, and T. Graham Brown also grew up around here. These days, Atlanta's newly minted Sugarland puts a country spin on gridlocked, boomtown angst. Around the time that Fiddlin' John got even the most conservative to buck-dance, another Georgian was organizing
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Michael Stipe, R.E.M., Georgia Music Hall of Fame inductee
the first big band and laying the groundwork for swing. Fletcher Henderson founded his orchestra in 1924 and soon afterward hired Louis Armstrong. The kicky arra ngements that ensued introduced the concept of swing, and Henderson became a statesman of jazz. Mischievous, gap-toothed Johnny Mercer wrote many of the era's most cherished lyrics, including " Moon River," reported ly inspired by coastal Georgia 's Back River. In the iconic 1958 photo, "A Great Day in Harlem," the barrel-chested man standing next to Thelonious Monk is Macon-native Emmett Berry, a soughtafter horn player who played on classic Billie Holiday recordings. And Joe Williams, the baritone smoothie who was a favorite Count Basie vocalist (and played Claire Huxtable's father on The Cosby Show) was from Cordele. Today, Scotty Barnhart, a trumpet scholar from Atlanta, carries on the jazz tradition in the Count Basie Orchestra.
"Georgia Tom" Dorsey of Villa Rica is known as the father of gospel music. After penning sa lty blues numbers such as " It's Tight Like That," he underwent a conversion
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and wrote " Take My Hand, Precious Lord ," and other hymnal standards. More recently, Augusta native Amy Grant has crested Christian music charts. Augusta also produced opera-singer Jessye Norman, whose name was given to an amphitheater on the Augusta River. Gertrude " Ma " Rainey, of Columbus, was the "mother of the blues," accessorizing her act with an ostrich feather and a necklace of coins. Influential in blues music, Blind Willie McTell was born in Thomson, in McDuffie County. The county now hosts the Blind Willie McTell Blues Festival each May.
In the 1950s, Bill Lowery started a music company in Atlanta that produced a slew of hits, encompassing thoughtful pop (" Down in the Boondocks," "Games People Play"), disco ("I Love the Nightlife") and other unclassifiables ("Ahab the Arab") . Atlanta natives Joe South, Jerry Reed, Tommy Roe, and Valdosta's Billy Joe Royal were part of his stable. The dim inutive Brenda Lee, born in the charity ward at Grady Memorial Hospital, reached Billboard's pop, country, rhythm and blues, and adult contemporary charts 55 times in the 1960s, putting her in a league with Elvis. She was an early child star who grew up to warble songs like the Christmastime favorite, " Rockin ' Around the Christmas Tree." Country- rock experts generally agree that the alt-country movement was launched by Gram Parsons, the "waif from Waycross" who recorded with the Flying Burrito Brothers.
Albany's celebrated Ray Charles blended country and soaring gospel into rhythm and blues. In 1954, he recorded " I Got a Woman " (a secular twist on " I Got a Savior"). And in Macon, a tectonic shift was underway in the culture, with the sort of prime mover least expected from the conservative, segregated South. In 1955, the flamboyant " Little Richard " Penniman, having vogued and camped it up in minstrel shows such as "Sugarfoot Sam from Alabam," recorded "Tutti Frutti," a nonsensical novelty song that established him-in his own words-as " the originator, the emancipator, and the architect of rock 'n' roll." With his eyeliner, pancake makeup and capes, he was a caffeinated Liberace with soul, pummel ing his p i~no hard enough to, on occasion, break it.
Ironically, two of the vocalists hired to substitute for Little Richard in his band, the Upsetters, were James Brown and Otis Redding. Brown has racked up almost as many colorful nicknames as hits, including the "Godfather of Soul," but he also is ha iled as the founder of funk and a progenitor of hip-hop. Augusta honors their star with a statue and a brochure that highlights the sites and attractions of his life in the city. Billboard magazine has ranked two Redding compositions, "Dock of the Bay" and "Respect" among the top 20 tunes of the 20th century. The achingly soulful Redding was promoted by impresarios Phil and Alan Walden, who managed the largest group of touring R&B musicians of the era, including Sam & Dave, Percy Sledge and Joe Tex.
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Otis Redding statue, Macon
A little later, Southern rock also blared from Macon under the aegis of the Walden brothers and Frank Fenter, who introduced the Allman Brothers Band, Lynyrd Skynyrd, Marshall Tucker, Wet W illie and the Di xie Dregs to the world . Capricorn Records, situated in the navel of Georgia, created a zeitgeist within a zeitgeist-Deep South hippies. With racially diverse members, progressive politics, and a folksy corporate culture, these bands set new standards for hedonism. They mixed swamp boogie with rock beats, smoky blues, jazzy improvisation, and a little twang to forge "sonic integration ."
These sounds grew edgier and artier in Athens, where the B-52's, R.E.M. and Pylon transformed the post-punk scene. Later, Widespread Panic revitalized the Grateful Dead-style "jam" tradition in this Georgia town. On a folkier note, the scruffy-but-sensitive bars of Decatur have incubated the Indigo Girls, Shawn Mullins and John Mayer.
In the 1990s, Atlanta morphed from the " Motown of the South" to the "A-T-L," the capital of hip-hop's " Dirty South" and a dominating force in urban music. The roster of rappers and videogenic divas is long : OutKast, Arrested Development, TLC, Usher, Ludacris, Monica, Ciara , and India.Arie. Moguls Jermaine Dupri and Dallas Austin are the velvet-rope gatekeepers for this select society. The subgenres "crunk " and the " snap style" originated in Atlanta .
With so many hit-makers, then and now, no one should be surprised that Rolling Stone magazine ranked four Georgia natives among the top 50 "Immortals": Ray Charles, Otis Redding, James Brown and Little Richard. To hear the music and see the gear of these and other great Georgia musicians, make sure you check out the Georgia Music Hall of Fame in Macon . You'll find music, memorabilia, instruments, costumes and more from more than 450 artists.
And for those who are not quite so talented, there is always the kazoo. It, too, was invented in Georgia.
For more information on Georg ia music, please visit georgiamusic.org/travel.
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Altamaha River Kayak and Canoe Trail
Paddle, kayak or float the Altamaha Ri ver, rich in history and named as one of the 75 " Last Great Places " in the world. Approximately 137 miles Cities: Lumber City- Darien Regions: Magnolia Midlands, Coast a l t a m a h a r ive r.org
Andersonville Trail
This tour off 1-75 offers an array of inspiring American history sites, including Andersonville National Historic Site, the national memorial to all American POWs. Approxi mately 75 miles Cit ies: Perry-Cordele Regions: Historic Heartland, Presidential Pathways andersonvilletrail .freeservers.com
Appalachian Trail
This National Scenic Trail follows the crest of the Appalachians from Georgia to Maine. In Georgia, it extends 80 miles through the Chattahoochee National Forest. Approx imately 2,175 miles Cit ies: Dawsonv ille- Suches- Hiawassee Region: Northeast Mountains georgla-atclub.org
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Atlanta Campaign Heritage Trail
Drive many of the actual routes traveled by Confederate and Federal armies during the 1863 and 1864 Civil War campaigns. Approximately 250 miles Cities: Trenton-Jonesboro Regions: Historic High Country, Atlanta Metro gcwht.org
Bartram Trail
Follow the "flower hunter" as you drive, walk, cycle or canoe through east-central Georgia as explored by botanist William Bartram in his book, Travels. Approximately 75 miles Cities: Augusta-Crawfordville Region : Classic South bartramtrail.org
Blue and Gray Trail
Take this self-guided tour to more than 60 Civil War battlefields, national parks and museums. Approximately 140-150 miles Cities: Lookout Mountain-Whitesburg Region : Historic High Country, Atlanta Metro blueandgraytrail .com
Chattahoochee-Flint Heritage Highway
Traverse land originally occupied by Creek Indians, featuring historic sites, unique architecture and scenic vistas. Approximately 155 miles Cities: Roscoe-St. Marks Regions: Atlanta Metro, Presidential Pathways
Chickamauga Campaign Heritage Trail
It marks the route of the Union and Confederate soldiers through four Northwest Georg ia counties ending at the location of the great Battle of Chickamauga. Approximately 75 miles (in Georgia) Cities: Chickamauga, Ringgold, LaFayette Region: Historic High Country chickamaugacampaign .net
Chieftains Trail
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Cohutta-Chattahoochee Scenic Byway
Rolling pastoral lands and breathtaking mountain views reveal themselves along these quiet country roads through the Chattahoochee National Forest. Approximately 54 miles Cities: Cohutta-Chatsworth Region: Historic High Country gascenicbyway.org
Colonial Coast Birding Tra il
More than 300 species of birds have been spotted along this trail in habitats including salt marshes, old rice fields, woodlands, tidal rivers and freshwater wetlands. Approximately 100 miles Cities: St. Marys-Savannah Region: Coast georgiawildlife.com
Courthouse Corridor
Historic courthouses and classic Southern towns are featured along this scenic alternative route in West Georgia. Approximately 365 miles Cities: Ringgold-Bainbridge Regions: Plantation Trace, Presidential Pathways, Historic High Country hwy27.com
Folk Potters Trail of Northeast Georgia
This trail leads you to men and women recognized as a link to a 200-year tradition of crafting pottery, which is now valued as a distinctive folk art. Approximately 40 miles Cities: Cleveland-Gillsville-Gainesville Regions: Northeast Mountains folkpotterymuseum.com
Georgia's Antebellum Trail
Trek from Athens to Macon, visiting communities that escaped the Civil War. Explore the avenues of white-columned mansions and the historic downtowns. Approximately 100 miles Cities: Athens, Watkinsville, Madison, Eatonton, Milledgeville, Old Clinton, Macon Region: Historic Heartland antebellumtrail.org
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Georgia's Heritage Art Loop
Enjoy a self-guided tour of artists' studios. galleries, craft shops, garden centers, bed and breakfasts, and local eateries in northeast, central and east-central Georgia. Approximately 130 miles Cities: Greensboro, Comer, Watkinsville Regions: Classic South, Historic Heartland and Northeast Mountains heritageartloop.com
Georgia's Hospitality Highway
Exp lore treasures along this route that takes you from one historic town to the next. Along the way, prepare to experience magnolias, moonshine and merlot! Approximately 40 miles Cities: Roswell, Alpharetta, Cumming/ Forsyth, Dawsonville, Dahlonega Region: Northeast Mountains, Atlanta Metro hospitalityhighway.com
Georgia Mountain Parkway Trail
Th is scenic drive offers white-water rafting , kayaking, hiking, fishing, camping and more. Also enjoy nostalgic towns, seasonal festivals and an excursion train. Approximately 50 miles Cities: Tate-Blue Ridge Region: Historic High Country georgiahighcountry.org/gmp
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Georgia's Old Dixie Highway Trail
Follow the nation's first planned roadway, crossing state lines from Ringgold to Marietta. Approximately 85-90 miles Cities: Dalton, Calhoun, Adairsville, Cartersville, Acworth, Kennesaw, Ringgold , Marietta Reg ions: Historic High Country, Atlanta Metro dixiehighway.org
Georgia's Peach Blossom Trail
Travel through rural cou ntryside and see the famous peach orchards, a sea of pin k in March. From mid-May to mid-August the roadside stands are bustling with activity. Approximately 75 miles Cities: Jonesboro-Perry Regions: Atlanta Metro, Historic Heartland, Presidential Pathways pea c hblo ssomtrail .org
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The communities along this trail abound with historic sites, attractions, recreation, unique shopping, picturesque lakes and historic homes. Approximately 60 miles Cities: Conyers-Greensboro Region: Classic South, Historic Heartland treasuresalongi20.org
Georgia's US 441 Heritage Highway
From the mountains to the Okefenokee Swamp, this route encompasses diverse ecologies, histories and communities. Approxi mately 371 miles Cities: Dillard- Douglas Regions: Northeast Mountains, Historic Heartland, Magnolia Midlands 441heritageh ighway.org
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Golden Isles Parkway
This four-lane alternative route wanders through scen ic agricultural areas, ideal for nature lovers, golfers, fishermen, hunters, water enthusiast s and antiq ues shoppers. Approximately 168 miles Cities: Perry-Brunswick Region : Coast, Magnolia Midlands goldenislesparkway.com
Heartland of the Confederacy Clvil War leaders Trail
Experience the history of the leaders, life and legacy of the Confederacy through sites including house museums, a working plantation and more. Approximately 125 miles Cities: Washington-Madison Regions : Northeast Mountains, Historic Heartland, Classic South heartlandoftheconfederacy.org
Historic Piedmont Scenic Byway
This route reveals a region of Georgia that is rich in historic and cultural qualities. View the Piedmont while traveling the byway through the Oconee National Forest. Approximately 85 m iles Cities: Eatonton- Sparta Region: Historic Heartland, Classic South byways.org/browse/ byways/53912
liberty Trail
Enjoy breathtaking views, history and culture on this byway. Approximately 30 miles Cities: Hinesville-Riceboro Reg ion: Coast libertytrail.com
Lookout Mountain Parkway
See the aston ishing beauty of the North Georgia mountains along this trail, which runs through three states. Approximately 93 miles City: Lookout Mountain Region: Historic High Country
March to the Sea Heritage Trail
Follow in the footsteps of William T. Sherman's army as it made history from Atlanta to the coast. These paths lead you along the actual roads used in the campaign. Approximately 350 miles Cities: Stone Mountain- Richmond Hill Regions: Atlanta Metro, Historic Heartland, Classic South, Coast, Magnolia Midlands gcwht .o rg
Meriwether-Pike Scenic Byway
This loop winds past covered bridges and a gristmill through a pastoral countryside once loved and enjoyed by President Franklin D. Roosevelt. Approximately 55 miles Cities: Warm Springs, Gay Region: Presidential Pathways warmspringsga .ws
Monticello Crossroads Scenic Byway
Both Native America ns and evangelical Methodist Circuit Riders once used these routes to cross the state. Find many listed on the National Reg ister of Historic Places. Approximately 29 miles Cities: Monticello-Shady Dale Region: Historic Heartland byways.org/browse/byways/ 13245
Okefenokee Trail
Go back in time 1,000 years and visit the land of t he trembling earth by car or by boat. You 'll see "Trains, Trails and Gator Tails." Approximately 264 miles Cities: Kingsland-Valdosta Region: Coast, Plantation Trace okefenokeetrail.org
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Ridge and Valley Scenic Byway
Come full-circle past fertile valleys, majestic mountains. and scenic splendor on this loop around the 51 miles that make up this drive. Approximately 51 miles Cities: Villanow-Crystal Springs Region: Historic High Country byways.org/browse/byways/15724
Russell-Brasstown Scenic Byway
Located within the Chattahoochee National Forest in Northeast Georgia, this byway is a loop revealing some of the most dramatic scenery in the state. Approximately 41 miles City: Helen-Blairsville Region: Northeast Mountains byways.org/browse/byways/13739
Sautee and Nacoochee Valleys
Experience the arts, crafts, heritage and cultural traditions of rural America amidst the scenic beauty of the Georgia Mountains. Approximately 8 miles Cities: Sautee-Batesville Region: Northeast Mountains sauteenacoochee.com
Scenic 197
Explore this mountain road and discover the picturesque area around Lake Burton and the Soque River. Approximately 30 miles Cities: Clarkesville-Batesville Region: Northeast Mountains scenic197.com
Southern Highroads Trail
Experience the scen ic beauty, broad diversity and Appalachian history and culture found o n this North Georgia trai l. Approximately 360 miles Cities: Clayton-Chatsworth Region: Northeast Mountains, Historic High Country southernhighroads.org
Southern Passages: The Atlantic Heritage Coast
Explore the heritage along the crescent of the southeastern coast line. Taking this trail involves travel through the many fa scinating layers of Low Country culture. Approximately 107 miles Cities: Savannah-Kingsland Region: Coast southernpassages.com
Southern Rivers Birding Trail
More than 260 species have been identified at the 30 sites along this trail tracing the Chattahoochee and Fl int Rivers. Cities: West Point-Donalsonville Region: Presidential Pathways, Plantation Trace georgiawildlife.com
Toccoa River Canoe Trail
Popular with float fishermen looking for cold-water mountain trout, this trail is also perfect for beginning canoers who want a few rapids and beautiful scenery. Approximately 13.8 miles City: Blue Ridge Region: Historic High Country
Wiregrass Trail
Experience th is scenic ro ute to the coast with antique stores and Revolutionary War sites along the way. Approximately 72 miles Cities: Aline-Eulonia Regions: Magnolia Midlands, Coast wiregrasstrail.com
Woodpecker Trail
Originally designated as a scenic and historical trail in 1947, today this route features agricultural, hi storical and naturebased attractions. Approximately 204 miles Cities: Augusta-Folkston Regions : Classic South, Magnolia Midlands, Coast woodpeckertrail .com
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Piedmont Park, Atlanta
f unique mixture offast-paced urban sophistication, traditional Southern charm u ( /and cultural diversity, the Atlanta Metro area offers big-city opportunities and
small-town hospitality. Explore eclectic in-town neighborhoods, sample international cuisine, discover quaint historic town squares and enjoy world-class shopping. From professional sporting events to outstandingfine arts and myriad outdoor activities, the "Gateway to the New South" has adventures for everyone.
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The Green Scene
Atlanta is surprisingly green for such a sprawling city. Spend an afternoon in Midtown lounging in Piedmont Park or playing in the fountains at Centennial Olympic Park in Downtown. Wander through acres of lush native plants and exotic imported specimens at the Atlanta Botanical Gardens. Walk, jog or bike on any of the metro-wide PATH multi-use tracks, such as the Chastain Park, Silver Comet, Freedom Park and Arabia Mountain tra ils.
Frankly, My Dear ...
Gone With the Wind, Margaret Mitchell's famous novel, has inspired a host of sites and experiences. Tour Jonesboro, the land of Mitchell's forebears and officially designated home of Gone With the Wind, and visit the Road to Tara Museum, the world's largest permanent GWTW exhibit. Explore a collection of rare memorabilia, including one of
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the gowns worn by Vivien Leigh as Scarlett at Marietta's Gone With the Wind Museum, Scarlett on the Square. And, of course, see the tiny Atlanta apartment where the author lived and wrote. Nicknamed "The Dump" by Mitchell, the restored bui lding is known today as the Margaret Mitchell House and Museum. Pay your respects at the author's grave in nearby historic Oakland Cemetery.
Wind Back the Clock
From Peachtree to Sweet Auburn , the pulse of Atlanta's rich cultural history can be felt in the multitude of historic neighborhoods, mansions, cemeteries and commercial buildings. Stay in the restored Georgian Terrace or Hotel Indigo on Peachtree Street and catch a show at the fabulous Fox Theatre. Experience the legacy of civi l rights leader Martin Luther King , Jr. at the Martin Luther King, Jr. National Historic Site on Auburn Avenue, Atlanta's historically black business and cultural epicenter. A tour of Oakland Cemetery combines Atlanta history lessons with spectacular art and horticulture appreciation.
Giant panda Lun Lun and her cub at Zoo Atlanta
September of 2006, the city 's first giant panda cub was born to Zoo Atlanta's beloved Lun Lun and Yang Yang. Tour nature trai ls and an ima l habitats at Locust Grove's Noah 's Ark An imal Rehabilitation Center, which aids more than 1,000 wild, exotic and farm animals each year. The Yellow River Game Ranch includes a mile-long trail w ith more than 600 sociable animals indigenous to Georgia.
Style Wise
Atlanta is known as the Southeast's supreme shopping destination. For great selection in one location, head to the Ma ll of Georgia in Buford. Find haute couture in Buckhead boutiques and tons of brand names at Lenox Square and Phipps Plaza . Hit Virginia-Highland for trendy finds and Little Five Points for eclectic, Bohemian styles. Bargain
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Creatures df Land and Water
The world 's largest and most impressive aquarium is in downtown Atlanta, with eight million gallons of fresh and marine water holding 120,000 an imals from 500 different exotic species. Kids and adults alike will be dazzled by the beluga whales, piranhas, coral reefs with end less jellyfish, whale sharks and sea turtles. Hands-on exhibits, a 3-D viewing screen and some of the largest aquarium show-windows in the world make the Georgia Aquarium the newest pride of Atlanta. Zoo Atlanta, in historic Grant Park, showcases above-water species such as pandas, gorillas, birds and a host of rept iles. In
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hunters can get their fill at the Scott Antique Market, Great American Flea Market or the Pride of Di xie Antiques Market.
Yearn to Learn
Two of Atlanta 's most anticipated new ex hibits are the Centennial Olympic Games Museum at the Atlanta History Center and the three-year rotating collection from the Louvre at the High Museum of Art. While Downtown, also check out the Imagine It! Children's Museum, featuring hands-on exploration of everything from science and make-believe to sand sculpture and wall art. The Jimmy Carter Presidential Museum and Library, the Fernbank Museum of Natural History and Emory University's Michael C. Carlos Museum are gems in historic neighborhoods just east of Downtown. In Kennesaw, see a reproduction turn-of-the-century locomotive factory and exhibit of the Civil War's Great Locomotive Chase at the Southern Museum of Civil War and Locomotive History.
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Culture Hub
The Metro Area abounds in fine-arts performances. The Atlanta Symphony Orchestra, the Atlanta Ballet, Atlanta Opera and the Center for Puppetry Arts are a few wellknown names. Other important institutions are the Alliance Theater, Ruth Mitchell Dance Theatre, the Ballethnic Dance Company, Push Push Theater and Dad 's Garage Theatre Company. Experience remarkable acoustics at Clayton State University's Spivey Hall, the Rialto Center for the Performing Arts and the Ferst Center at Georgia Tech.
Catch Some Wind
Thrill seekers flock to Six Flags Over Georgia where the monstrous Goliath, a roller coaster with 170- and 175-ft. drops and a top speed of 70 mph, has just been unleashed. Speed demons gather regularly at Hampton's Atlanta Motor Speedway, one of NASCAR's most sought-after racing destinations, for races, concourse activities, grandstand games and professionally run driving schools. Sun Valley Beach, the Southeast's largest pool, has waterslides, diving platforms and zip lines for family fun in the sun . Or for more wet fun , take a trip to Si x Flags White Water in Marietta. Stone Mountain Park, a popular family vacation destination, offers attractions such as Ride the Ducks and Crossroads, as well as exciting cable-car rides past the giant Confederate Memorial carving t q the mountain's summit.
Play Ball
All Georgia's major professional sports teams call Downtown home. Enjoy a gorgeous view of the skyline while doing the Tomahawk Chop at the Braves' Turner Field. Ruffle some feathers at the Dirty Birds' nest at the thunderous Georgia Dome, where Falcons fans flock together. Ph ilips Arena hosts both bone-crushing Thrashers hockey and fast-paced Hawks basketball. Take MARTA to avoid parking fees and post-game traffic jams.
Big City, Small Towns
Discover unique treasures, sumptuous dining and small-town nostalgia in some of the region's old town squares. Cutting-
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edge fash ion boutiques, galleri es of original artwork, and handcrafted jewelry and gift stores sit next-door to t raditi o nal Southern " meat-and-three" restaurants, qua int coffee shops and antique outlets in the historic hearts of Decatur, McDonough, Marietta , Roswell and Stone Mountain .
A Mood for Food
Medieval Times, set in a castle complete with stone fac;:ade, decorated interior and dungeon, is a unique new din nertheater adventure at Lawrenceville's Discover Mills. Noble guests dine in tiers surrounding a med ieval jousting arena where Andalusian stallions ca rry th eir riders into battl e and beautiful princesses swoon. Fresh food fanatics will want to head south to Forest Park for the country's la rgest outdoor produce market, the Atlanta State Farmers' Market. Indul ge in a colossal smorgasbord of exotic and native produce complemented by Oakwood Cafe, the Garden Center and the Georgia Grown Visitors Center and Gift Sho p.
Skyline view from Atlantic Station, Atlanta
Atlantic Station
Named for the historic steel mill that once occupied the site, Atlantic Station is Georgia's premier eco-friendl y li ve, work and play community. Brand-name stores, restau rants and movie theaters rub shoulders with corporate offices, residential lofts and lu xury lodging, all interspersed with paved walkways through ample green space and centered around a lush park. Parking is available, but access t o pu b lic transportation is a snap in this LEED-certified ( Leadersh ip in Energy and Environmental Design) green development.
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ACWORTH
Acworth Beach/Cauble Park Boating, fishing, swimming, picnicking, concerts, plus pavilions and beach houses avail. for rent. Park open year-round, beach open Memorial-Labor Day. 7 a.m.-11 p.m.
2293 Beach St., Acworth, 30101
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ALPHARETTA
Alpharetta Family Skate Center and The Cooler Ice arenas and one roller arena guarantee families hours of fun. Figure skating, ice hockey and roller hoFkey avail. Public skating daily. Ca ll for hours and prices.
10800 Davis Dr., Alpharetta, 30004
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Autrey Mill Nature Preserve and Heritage Center Au trey Mill offers scenic creeks, picturesque cliffs, animal life and farmhouses from the 1800s and ongoing special children 's programs. Open daily dawn unti l d usk. Free.
9770 Autrey Mill Rd ., Alpharetta, 30022
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Big Creek Greenway Alpharetta's parks offer a wide range of outdoor adventures, including a six-mile path for walkers, joggers, skaters and bike riders. Mon.-Sun. 8 a.m. until dusk. Free.
North Point Pkwy., Alpharetta, 30022
678-297-6100, alpharetta .ga.us I Cil WC 6-
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Historic Mansell House and Gardens A 1910 Victorian home, filled with period antiques and surrounded by gardens, houses the records and archives of old Milton County. Mon. and Fri. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Free. 1835 Old Milton Pkwy., Alpharetta, 30004
770-475-HOME, ahsga.org I Cil WC 6-
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American Museum of Papermaking Trace the history of paper from 4,000 B.C. to today's contemporary paper artists. Mon.-Fri. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Reservations required for tours. Donations accepted.
500 10th St., Atlanta, 30332 404-894-7840, ipst.gatech.edu/ amp CilWC e-
APEX Museum The African American Panoramic Experience (APEX) showcases art, dance and African history. Call for hours. Adults $4, children and seniors $3.
135 Auburn Ave., Atlanta, 30303
404-521-2739, apexmuseum.org I Cil WC '
Atlanta Botanical Garden Enjoy 30 acres of gardens and woodlands. Call for hours. Adults $12, students $7, se niors $9.
1345 Piedmont Ave., Atlanta, 30309 404-876- 5859, atlantabotanicalgarden.org CilWC M I
Atlanta Braves at Turner Field Call for schedule and ticket prices. W heelchair seati ng available.
755 Hank Aaron Dr., Atlanta, 30315 404-249-6400, 404-522-7630, 800-326- 4000, atlanta .braves.mlb.com CilWC o-
Atlanta Cyclorama Music, narration and sound effects bring to life the world 's largest painting of the Battle of Atlanta. Call for hours. Adults $7, children $5, seniors $6.
800-C Cherokee Ave., Atlanta, 30315
404-658-7625 , bcaatlanta .com I Cil WC '
Atlanta Falcons at the Georgia Dome Call for schedule and ticket prices.
One Georgia Dome Dr., Atlanta, 30313
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Atlanta History Center It boasts exhibitions on Southern culture, the 1845 Tullie Smith Farm and 33 acres of gardens. Mon.-Sat. 10 a.m.-5:30 p.m., Sun. 12- 5:30 p.m . Adults $12, children $10.
130 W. Paces Ferry Rd., Atlanta, 30305 404-814-4000, atlantahistorycente r.com CilWC M IY
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Atlanta Thrashers The Atlanta Thrashers have continued to evolve on the ice over the past five seasons. Check the website for schedule.
One Philips Dr., Philips Arena, Atlanta, 30303 866-715-1500, atlantathrashers.com
The Breman Jewish Heritage Museum Through the lens of the Jewish experience, the museum explores universal themes such as human dignity and respect for difference.
1440 Spring St., Atlanta, 30309 678-222-3700, thebreman.org
CDC/Global Health Odyssey Museum See how the CDC's work leads to safer and healthier people. A museum, visitors center and interactive educational facility. Mon.Fri. 9 a.m.- 5 p.m . Free.
1600 Clifton Rd . NE, Atlanta, 30333 404-639-0830, cdc.gov/ global
Callanwolde Fine Arts Center The 1920 Callanwolde mansion offers arts education and literary, visual and performing arts events. Gallery open Mon.Fri. 10 a.m.-8 p.m., Sat. 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Free.
980 Briarcliff Rd., Atlanta, 30306
404-872-5338, callanwold e.org I Cil WC 6-
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MARINAS
Acworth Glade Marina Open daily, year-round.
5400 Kings Camp Rd ., Acworth, 30102 770-975-7000
Buford Holiday on Lake Lanier Full -service bathhouses, laundry facilities, boat, water-craft rentals, rental cabins, restaurants and pavilions. Daily 8 a.m.5 p.m. Call for fees.
6900 Holiday Rd., Buford, 30518 770-945-7201, westrec.com/lakelanier.html CilWC M IY
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VISITOR RESOURCES
Look here far information on convention and visitors bureaus, chambers ofcommerce, state visitors centers and Local welcome centers.
Acworth
Acworth Area Convention and Visitors Bureau Mon.-Fri. 8 a.m .-5 p.m. 4415 Senator Russell Ave., Acworth, 30101
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Alpharetta
Alpharetta Convention and Visitors Bureau Mon.-Thurs . 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m. Fri. 8:30 a.m .-4 :30 p.m . 3060 Royal Blvd. S., Ste. 145, Alpharetta, 30022 678-297-2811, 800-294-0923,
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Alpharetta Welcome Center ( ] ) Mon.-Fn . 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Sat. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. 20 N. Main St., Alpharetta, 30004 678-297-0102, 800-294-0923,
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Atlanta
Atlanta Convention and Visitors Bureau Cities: Atlanta, East Point, Fairburn Mon.-Fri. 8:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. 233 Peachtree St., Ste. 100, Atlanta, 30303 404-521-6600, 800-ATLANTA, atlanta.net we e-.
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Mon.-Sat. 10 a.m.-6 p.m ., Sun. 12-6 p.m. 65 Upper Alabama, Atlanta, 30303 404-577-2148
Cobb County
Cobb County Convention and Visitors Bureau Cities: Kennesaw, Mableton, Powder Springs, Smyrna Mon.-Fri. 8:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. One Galleria Pkwy., Atlanta, 30339 678-303-2622, 800-451-3480,
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Douglasville
Douglasville Convention and Visitors Bureau and Welcome Center Cities: Douglasville, Lithia Springs Mon.-Fri. 8 a.m.-5 p.m. 6694 E. Broad St., Douglasville, 30134 770-947-5920, 800-661-0013,
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Duluth
Gwinnett Convention and Visitors Bureau Mon.-Fri. 8 a.m .-5 p.m . 6500 Sugarloaf Pkwy., Ste. 200, Duluth, 30097 770-623-3600, 888- 494-6638, gcvb.org ~we e-.
Fairburn
Fairburn City Hall Mon.-Fri. 8 a.m .-5 p.m. 56 Malone St., Fairburn, 30213 770-964-2244, fairburn .com
Fayetteville Fayetteville Historic Train Depot & Welcome Center Mon.-Fri. 8 a.m.-5 p.m. 250 Lanier Ave. E., Fayetteville, 30124 770-719-4173, downtownfayetteville.org
Forest Park Georgia Grown Visitors Center and Gifts Tue.-Sat. 10 a.m.-4 p.m . 16 Forest Pkwy., Forest Park, 30050 404-361-7577, 800-662-7829
Jonesboro
(J) Clayton County Convention and Visitors Bureau/ Jonesboro Depot Welcome Center Cities: Forest Park, Jonesboro, Morrow Mon.-Fri. 8:30 a.m .-5:30 p.m., Sat. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. 104 N. Main St., Jonesboro, 30236 770-478-4800, 800-662-7829,
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Lawrenceville Lawrenceville Tourism and Trade Association Mon.-Fri. 10 a.m .-12 p.m., 1-4 p.m. 162 E. Crogan St., Ste. F, Lawrenceville, 30045 678-226-2639, visitlawrenceville.com
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Centennial Olympic Games Museum This spectacular collection of multimedia presentations, artifacts, images and interactive displays is one of the most significant exhibitions on the Olympics in the world. 130 W. Paces Ferry Rd ., Atlanta, 30305 404-814-4000, atlantahistorycenter.com WC e-. IT
Centennial Olympic Park This 21-acre park features the Olympic Rings Fountain, playgrounds, a visitors center, water gardens, the Quilt Plaza and Centennial Plaza. Dally 7 a.m.-11 p.m. Free. 265 W. Park Ave ., Atlanta, 30313
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Center for Puppetry Arts This interactive museum houses the largest permanent collection of puppets in the U.S. Open Wed .-Sun. Call for hours. Adults $7.41, children $5.56, students and seniors $6.48. 1404 Spring St. , Atlanta, 30309
404-873 -3391 , puppet.org I ~ WC e-. T
Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area This outdoor park provides hiking trails and picnic areas along a 48-mile stretch of the Chattahoochee River. Daily dawn-dusk. Free. $2 parking. 1978 Island Ford Pkwy., Atlanta, 30350
e-. 678-538-1200, nps.gov/ chat I ~ WC T
Clark Atlanta University Art Galleries Home to a historical collection of AfricanAmerican art and the illustrious murals by Hale Woodruff. Mon.-Fri. 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Sat. -Sun. 12-4 p.m. Donations accepted. 223 James P. Brawley Dr., Atlanta, 30314
e-. 404-880-6102, cau.edu I ~ WC YIT
CNN Studio Tour Tour time 45 minutes. Daily 9 a.m.-5 p.m. every 20 minutes. Reservations required. Adults $12 , children $9, seniors $11 . One CNN Center, Atlanta, 30348 404-827-2300, 877-426-6868,
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Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta Visitors Center and Monetary Museum Explore the Federal Reserve's role in the economy through interactive exh ibits. Tour the cash and check operations overlooks. Mon., Wed ., Fri . at 10 a.m . and 1 p .m. Free. 1000 Peachtree St., Atlanta , 30309
e-. 404-498-8764, frbatlanta.org I WC
Fernbank Museum of Natural History Discover giant dinosaurs, delve into Earth's history, and visit the IMAX ' theater. Open daily. Call for hours. Adults $12, children $10, seniors and students $11. 767 Clifton Rd ., Atlanta, 30307 404-929-6300 or 404-929-6400,
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Fernbank Science Center This learning center has a 500-seat planetarium , an observatory, a NASA Aeronautics Education lab and a 65-acre forest. Ca ll for hours and fees. 156 Heaton Park Dr., Atlanta, 30307
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Fox Theatre Built in the 1920s as the Yaarab Temple Shri ne Mosque, the t heater was lavis hly designed with domes, minarets and an Arabian courtyard. Call for events and fees. 660 Peachtree St., Atlanta, 30308
e-. 404-881-2100, foxtheatre .org I ~ WC f l T
Georgia Aquarium Visit the world 's largest aquarium, with more than 8 million gallons of water and 120,000 animals. Call for a reservation . Adults $22.75, children $17, seniors $19.50. 225 Baker St ., Atlanta, 30313 404-581-4000, georgiaaquarium.com
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{;xperience docent led tours featuring the furnished apartment where Margaret Mitchell wrote her epic novel, Gone With the Wind.Exclusive exhibits tell the story of Mitchell beyond the Pulitzer Prize winning novel. The Movie Museum showcases the portrait of Scarlett and the original doorway to Tara. Find unique gifts and souvenirs in the Mu eum Gift Shop.
Midtown Atlanta at the corner of 10th & Peachtree. Free parking. One block from the L--....-::!:~~ Midtown MARTA station.
The Margaret Mitchell House & Museum 990 Peachtree Street Atlanta GA 30309
404.249.7015 www.gwtw.org
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where cotaitry music tar Alan Jackson once walked and experience all the vibrant town square has to offer. 'Explore museums in Moreland that honor Southern humorist Lewis Grizzari and literary genius Erskine Caldwell. Enjoy , delicious Southern specialties like barbeque and fried catfish, .the finest' in continental cuisine, and everything in between. troll
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Marietta
(f) Marietta Welcome Center and Visitors Bureau Mon.-F ri. 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Sat. 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Sun. 1-4 p.m.
4 Depot St., Marietta, 30060
' 770-429-1115, 800-835-0445,
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McDonough
Henry County Chamber of Commerce, Convention and Visitors Bureau and Welcome Center Mon.-Fri. 8 a.m.-5 p.m ., Sat. 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
1709 GA Hwy. 20 W., McDonough, 30253
' 770-957-5786, 800-HENRYCO,
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Morrow
(J) Morrow Tourist Center Tue.-Sat. 8.30 a.m.-5 p.m. 6475 Jonesboro Rd., Morrow, 30260 770-9681623, morrowtourism.com l;;lWC o-
Newnan
Ci) Coweta County Convention and Visitors Bureau and Welcome Center Mon.-Sat. 9 a.m .-S p,m., Sun. 1-5 p.m.
100 Walt Sanders Memorial Dr., Newnan, 30265 770-254-2629, 800-826-9382,
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Peachtree City
Peachtree City Tourism Assocation Mon.-Fri. 8 a.m.-5 p.m .
10 Planterra Way, Peachtree City, 30269 678-216- 0282, visitpeachtreecity.com l;;lWC o-
Roswell
Historic Roswell Convention and Visitors Bureau Mon.-Fri. 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Sat. 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Sun. 12-3 p.m . 617 Atlanta St., Roswell, 30075
770-640-3253, 800-776-7935,
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Smyrna
Smyrna Welcome Center/ Aunt Fanny's Cabin Mon. and Wed .-Fri. 10 a.m-4 p.m. Group tours available. Free.
' 2875 Atlanta Rd., Smyrna, 30080
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Tucker
DeKalb Convention and Visitors Bureau Cities: Chamblee, Decatur, Doraville, Scottdale, Stone Mountain, Tucker Mon.-Fri. 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m.
1957 Lakeside Pkwy., Ste. 510, Tucker, 30084 770-492-5000, 800-999-6055, dcvb.org l;;lWC o-
Governor's Mansion Take a tour through the beautiful mansion to learn the history and see its co llection of 19th-century neoclassical furnishings, paintings and porcelain. Tue.-Thurs. 10-11:30 a.m. Free.
391 W. Paces Ferry Rd ., Atlanta, 30305
404-261-1776, gov.state.ga.us I l;;l WC '
Hammonds House Galleries and Resource Center of AfricanAmerican Art This art museum, housed in a 19th century Victorian facility, is the only fine-arts museum in Atlanta that specializes in the arts of the African Diaspora.
503 Peeples St., Atlanta, 30310 404-752-8730, hammondshouse.org
Herndon Home Once the mansion of slave-born A lonzo Herndon, it now holds art , Persian rugs and Venetian glass. Call for to urs. Tue.-Sat. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Adults $5, students $3.
587 University Pl., Atlanta, 30314
404-581-9813, herndonhome.org I WC '
High Museum of Art European, American, African, decorative, folk and 20th-century art. Tue.-Sat. 10 a.m.5 p.m. (open Thurs. until 8 p.m.), Sun. 12-5 p.m. Adults $15, children $10, seniors $12.
o- 1280 Peachtree St., Atlanta, 30309
404-733-4400, high.org I l;;l WC
Historic Oakland Cemetery This cemetery is the final resting place for 6,900 Confederate soldiers, author Margaret Mitchell and golfer Bobby Jones. Daily dawn-dusk. Group tours by appt.
248 Oakland Ave., Atlanta, 30312
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Imagine It! Children's Museum of Atlanta Kids can experience discovery projects and make something special to take home. Mon. Fri. 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Sat.-Sun. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Ages 3 and older $11, 2 and under free.
275 Centennial Olymp ic Park Dr., Atlanta, 30313
404-659-5437, imagineit-cma.org I l;;l WC o- Y
Ivan Allen Jr. Braves Museum and Hall of Fame, Turner Field Tours It features memorabilia of baseball legends and Braves history. Mon.-Sat. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. (non-game days), 9 a.m .-3 p.m., Sun. 1-3 p.m (game days). Adults $10, children $5.
' 755 Hank Aaron Dr., Atlanta, 30315
404-6142311, bravesmuseum .com I l;;l WC
Jimmy Carter Library and Museum Exhibi ts highlight Carter's early yea rs, his life at the Wh ite House and his presidency. Mon.-Sat. 9 a.m.-4:45 p.m., Sun. 12-4:45 p.m. Adults $8, students $6, children free.
441 Freedom Pkwy., Atlanta, 30307
o- 404-865-7100, jimmycarterlibrary.org
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King Center Established in 1968, the King Center serves as an international clearinghouse for official Ki ng programs, public information and educational materials. Daily 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Free.
' 449 Auburn Ave., Atlanta , 30312
404-526-8923, thekingcenter.org I [;l WC
Margaret Mitchell House Tour the historic turn-of-the-century house where Margaret Mitchell lived and wrote Gone With the Wind. Daily 9:30 a.m .-5 p.m. Adults $12, children $5, seniors $9.
c- 990 Peachtree St., Atlanta, 30309
404-249-7015, gwtw.org I [;l WC I
Martin Luther King, Jr. National Historic Site Tour MLK Jr.'s birth home and the historic Ebenezer Baptist Church where he was baptized and served as a co-pastor. Daily 9 a.m.-5 p.m., (6 p.m . in summer). Free.
450 Auburn Ave., Atlanta, 30312
404-331-5190, nps.gov/ malu I [;l WC '
Museum of Design Located in downtown Atlanta, this museum is dedicated to the study of design and its impact on daily life. Tue.-Sat. 11 a.m.5 p.m. Free.
285 Peachtree Center Ave., Atlanta, 30303
c- 404-979-6455, museumofdesign.org I WC
Nationa I Museum of Patriotism
This museum is dedicated to magnifying love of one's country and educating the youth. Open daily; closed Mon. Adults $12, seniors $10, active military/ children under 6 free. 1405 Spring St., Atlanta, 30305 404-875-0691, museumofpatriotism.org [;l WC '
Rhodes Hall Constructed in 1904 from Stone Mountain granite and named for the founder of Rhodes Furniture Co., it is now a museum. Mon.-Fri. 11 a.m.-4 p.m., Sun. 12-3 p.m. $5.
1516 Peachtree St., Atlanta, 30309
404-881-9980, rhodeshall.org I [;l WC
Six Flags Over Georgia The Southeast's premier family theme park features 11 coasters, as well as many family rides, shows and games. Call for hours. Adu lts $49.99, children $29.99. Parking $10.
275 Riverside Pkwy., Atlanta, 30168
c- 770-948-9290, sixflags.com I [;l WC fl T
u space Gallery Located in Atlanta's historic fourth ward, this gallery/ museum f~atures over 200 eclectic contemporary artists as well as uni que African art.
439 Edgewood Ave., Atlanta, 30312 404-653-7331 , uspacegallery.com
Underground Atlanta Standing on the original site of the city, Underground Atlanta offers shopping, entertainment and restaurants. Call for hours.
50 Upper Alabama, Atlanta, 30303 404- 523-2311 , underground-atlanta.com
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Woodruff Arts Center Includes the Alliance Theater, Atlanta College of Art, Atlanta Symphony Orchestra, 14th Street Playhouse and High Museum of Art. Call for events and fees .
1280 Peachtree St ., Atlanta, 30309 404-733-5000, 404-733-4280,
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World of Coca-Cola Museum Learn the hi story of Coca-Cola and taste its international products not available in the U.S. Mon.-Sat. 9 a.m .-5 p.m., Sun. 11 a.m-
s p.m. Adults $9, children $5, sen iors $8.
55 Martin Luther King Jr. Dr., Atlanta, 30303
c- 404-676-5151 , 800-676-COKE,
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Wren's Nest House Museum Tour the museum once home to writer Joel Chand ler Harris. Storytelling. Tue.-Sat. 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Sun. 1-4 p.m. Call for tours. Adults $7, children $4, seniors and teens $6.
1050 Ralph David Abernathy Blvd ., Atlanta, 30310
404-753-7735, accessatlanta.com I [;J WC
Zoo Atlanta View more than 700 animals representing 200 species from all over the world. Open daily 9:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m (Sat.-Sun. until 6:30 p.m.). Adults $17.99, children $12, seniors $13.99.
800 Cherokee Ave., Atlanta, 30315
c- 404-624-5600, 888-9455432,
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TRAVEL SERVICES
Find out about various types of guided tours and their operators.
Atlanta Preservation Center Guided Walking Tours Spend an hour and a half touring sites such as The Fox Theatre, Inman Park and historic Downtown. Call for tour times . Ad ults $10, seniors and students $5.
327 St. Paul Ave., Atlanta, 30312 404-6883350, preserveatlanta .com
Gray Line of Atlanta Inclusive tours include a variety of must see Atlanta sites. Call for hours, tour times and fee s.
65 Alabama St., Atlanta, 30337 404-767-0594, 800-965-6665,
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Lamplighter Tours of Atlanta Now in its 19th year of providing tours, guides, meals, attractions, hotels and specialty packages from student groups to senior groups. Call for reservations and fees.
770-491-3644, 800-258-4142
MARTA-Metropolitan Atlanta Rapid Transit Authority MARTA is Atlanta's public transportation system. It ru ns dai ly 5 a.m.-1 a.m . Fare $1.75.
' 2424 Piedmont Rd ., Atlanta, 30324
404-848-5000, itsmarta.com I [;J
Raft Outfitters GA Chattahoochee River and whitewater rafting. Trips, outfitting, tube rentals, sales. Open year-round. Call for rates and reservations.
5S25 Interstate North Pkwy., Atlanta, 30328 770-971-6553
Sweet Auburn Guided Tours This walking tour includes t he Martin Luther King Jr. National Historic Site, which comprises about two blocks along Auburn Ave., plus the surrounding preservat ion district.
606S Roswell Rd ., Ste. 1360, Atlanta, 30328 770-2S1-1800
Tours by BJ Motorcoach tours of Atlanta and Savannah, African-American heritage, w ineries, history and gardens. Call for reservations and fee s.
P.O. Box 8981 , Atlanta, 31106 404-872-7722, 877-872-0980, toursbybj .com
BUFORD
Lake Lanier Islands Beach and WaterPark It has Georgia's largest wave pool , along with water slides and beach volleyball. MaySept. Sun.-Fri. 10 a.m. 6 p.m., Sat. 10 a.m.7 p.m . Adults $28.69, ch ildren $17.99.
7000 Holiday Rd., Buford, 30518
c- 770-932-7200, lakelanierislands.com
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Lanier Museum of Natural History Th is museum offers a look at Georgia's natural environment. A reptile collection, wildlife exhibits and a butterfly garden are fa vorite attractions.
2601 Buford Dam Rd ., Buford , 30518 404-932-4460, artcom .com/museums
Lanier Sailing Academy The academy offers sailing c lasses and boat rentals. Daily 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Call for fee s.
6920 Holiday Rd., Buford, 30518 770-945-8810, 800-684-9463,
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See Things You've Never Seen Before at the World's Largest Aquarium!
The Georgia Aquarium plunges you into a one-of-a-kind aquatic experience with more than 100,000 rare and intriguing animals in over 8 million gallons of water. You'll be amazed by animals you won't see at any other aquarium in the U.S., including whale sharks, the largest fish on the planet!
It's all conveniently located in downtown Atlanta - just across from Centennial Olympic Park, Georgia World Congress Center, CNN Center and the New World of Coca-Cola (May 2007}. To find great hotel packages and to purchase tickets online, visit georgiaaquarium.org or call 404-581-4000. Advance reservations are recommended to ensure a swift entrance at the door.
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CHAMBLEE
Great Gatsby's Auction Gallery This 100,000-square-foot showroom includes an art gallery and a three-acre garden area. Mon.-Sat. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Free. 5070 Peachtree Industrial Blvd ., Chamblee, 30341
770-457-1903 , gatsbys.com I [;l WC 6'
DECATUR
DeKalb Farmers Market Imports from growers and shippers worldwide distribute to the retail and wholesale trade. A restaurant, a bakery and tours are avai lable. Daily 9 a.m.-9 p.m. Free. 3000 E. Ponce de Leon Ave., Decatur, 30030 404-377-6400, dekalbfarmersmarket.com [;l WC 6'
Historic Complex of DeKalb Historical Society Hou sed in the former courthouse in Decatur, it provides tours on DeKalb's history and maintains a museum that has a room devoted to the Civil War. 720 W. Trinity Pl., Decatur, 30030 404-373-1088
Michael C. Carlos Museum at Emory University More than 9,000 years of art and art history are on view with co llections from ancient Egypt, Greece and Rome. Tue.-Sat. 10 a.m.5 p.m., Sun. 12-5 p.m. Call for fees. 571 S. Kilgo Cir., Decatur, 30322
404-727-4282, carlos .emory.edu I [;l WC 6'
Old Courthouse on the Square This former courthouse, more than 100 years old, features the Jim Cherry Mu seum, which includes a special Civil War room. Mon.-Fri. 9 a.m.-4 p.m . Free. 101 E. Court Square, Decatur, 30030
404-373-1088, dekalbhistory.org I [;l WC 6'
DOUGLASVILLE
Cultural Arts Center It hosts concerts, festi val s, events and other cultural activities, including monthly artists' receptions, exhibits and special programs. Mon.-Fri. 9 a.m.-5 p.m ., Sun. 1-5 p.m. Free. 8652 Campbellton St., Douglasville, 30134 770-949-2787, artsdouglas.org I [;l WC 6' T
The Joch DA Museum. of Jazz History This museum holds rare exquisite exhibits of paintings, photos, biographies and memorabilia that reflect the 1900s Jazz era. Tue.-Thurs. 1-5 p.m. 6745 Broad St., Old Douglas County Courthouse, Douglasville, 30134 770-947-5926
DULUTH
Atlanta Ice Forum This full-service public ice-skating rink is also the practice home of the NHL's Atlanta Thrashers. Practices are open to the public. Call for Thrashers schedule and fees. 2300 Satellite Blvd., Duluth, 30097
770-813-1010, iceforum.com I [;l WC 6' I
Jacqueline Casey Hudgens Center for the Arts The Hudgens Center houses the Fowler Gallery, the Kistner Gallery and the Children's Arts Museum. Tue.-Fri. 10 a.m.5 p.m ., Sat. 10 a.m.-3 p.m. $5. 6400 Sugarloaf Pkwy., Bldg. 300, Duluth, 30097 770-623-6002, artsgwinnett.org [;lWC M IT
Southeastern Railway Museum Old railway equipment, President Harding 's private car and train rides. Apr.-Dec. Thurs.-Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m ., Jan.-Mar. Sat. only. Adults $7, children $4, se niors $S. 3S9S Peachtree Rd., Duluth, 30096
770-476-2013, srmduluth.org I [;l WC 6'f l T
DUNWOODY
Dunwoody Nature Center It is a nonprofit organization establ ished to develop and preserve a natural classroom for environmental education. It has wetland, woodland and streamside trails. 5343 Roberts Dr., Dunwoody, 30338 770-941-2203 , dunwoodynature.org
EAST POINT
This emerging urban center features restored homes and a charming main street with pubs and eateries next to the MARTA station.
eastpointcity.org
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The world's busiest airport The world's largest aquarium_
Every day something opens in Atlanta. The doors to thousands of airplanes open connecting the world to our city, and eyes open wide at the wonder of over 100,000 marine animals. Every day young minds open in our schools and plays open in our theaters. Every day new books, bank accounts, businesses and conventions open across the city. And every day, the hearts and arms of Atlanta open to embrace the world. Whether you live, work, play or visit here, a world of opportunity is open to you every day in Atlanta. In the ATL, every day is an opening day. www.atlanta.net
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Did You Know...
Martin Luther King, Jr. was born in Atlanta in 1929. During his education in Atlanta, he skipped both the 9th and 12th grades and enrolled at Morehouse College at the age of 15. He was ordained in 1948 and, at 19, became an associate pastor at Ebenezer Baptist Church in Atlanta.
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FAIRBURN
Old Campbell County Museum Learn the history of Campbell County and visit the historic courthouse. Tue. 11 a.m.-4 p.m. and by appt. Call for tour reservations. Free. Old Campbell County Courthouse and E. Broad St., Fairburn, 30214
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FAYETTEVILLE
Dixieland Fun Park Activities include go-carts, bumper boats, mini-golf, batting cages, laser tag , zip line, g iant swing, an indoor playground and a huge arcade. Call for hours and fee s.
167S US Hwy. as N., Fayetteville, 30214
770-460 -5862, dixielandfunpark.com l::lWC M IY
Fayette County Historical Society The society runs a researc h center for genealogical and historical research and offers a walking tour of the Fayetteville historic area. Call for hours. Free. 195 Lee St., Fayetteville, 30214 770-716-6020, hlstoryfayettecoga.org l::lWC 6'
Historic City Cemetery Guided tours are avail. of th is 1823 cemetery and museum. Notable citizens buried here are Phil ip and Eleanor Fitzgerald, great grandparents of Margaret Mitchell. 280 Stonewall Ave. W., Fayetteville, 30214 770-716-5332
Holliday-Dorsey-Fife House Museum This museum, located in a house that Doc Holliday once visited , features Gone With the Wind and Ci v il War memorabilia. Thurs.-Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Adults $5, seniors $4. 140 W. Lan ier Ave., Fayetteville, 30214
770-716-5332, hdfhouse.com I [;l WC 6'
GRANTVILLE
Historic Grantville Driving Tour Experience this old ra ilroad town with a historic district, cotton mills and mill vi llag es. 123 LaGrange St., Grantville, 30220 770-254-2627, 800-826-9382 villagesofcoweta .org
HAMPTON
Atlanta Motor Speedway Feel the excitement of NASCAR raci ng. Office open Mon.-Fri. 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m. Call for events and fee s or to schedule a to ur. 1500 Tara Pl., Hampton, 30228 770-707-7904, 770-707-7970 (tours), gospeedway.com I [;l WC 6' Tl Y
Lake Shamrock This lake was designed as a " fishing hole for kids." Boat ramp, restrooms and p icnic tables ava ilable. Shamrock Rd ., Hampton, 30228 770-961 -2130
Newman Wetlands Center Come learn about wetlands, see educatio nal exhibits, have a picnic and take a scenic stroll. Tra il o pen daily 7 a.m.-7 p.m. Center Tue.-Sat. 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m. Free. 2755 Freeman Rd ., Hampton, 30228 770-603S603, gwf.org/ wetlandpatch15.htm l::lWC 6'
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JONESBORO
Antique Funeral Museum/ Margaret Mitchell Playhouse Visitors can see a horse-drawn hearse, a pre-Civil War casket, antique Civil War embalming equipment and visit the room where Mitchell played as a child. Da ily. Free. 168 N. McDonough St., Jonesboro, 30236
770-478-7211, popedixon.com I [;l WC 6-
Road to Tara Museum This museum highlights Civil War and Gone With the Wind memorabilia. Call for hours and fees . 104 N. Main St., Jonesboro, 30236
' 770-478-4800, 800-662-7829,
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Stately Oaks An 1839 planter's home com plete with white columns. Tours with costumed guides. Mon.-Fri. 10 a.m.-4 p.m . Call for Sat. hours. Adults $12, children $6, seniors $9. 100 Carriage Ln. (off Jodeco Dr.), Jonesboro, 30236 770-473-0197, historicaljonesboro.org [;JWC o-T
The Jonesboro Greenhouse View local art or tour the mansion and gardens at the Jonesboro Greenhouse. Fri., Sat., and Mon. 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Adults $S, children and seniors $4. 139 College St., Jonesboro, 30236 770-477-1084, jonesborogreenhouse.com
TRAVEL SERVICES
Gone With the Wind Tour You' ll discover the truth about the birth of Melanie's baby, the little maid Prissy and Shanty Town. Tours Mon.-Sat. at 1 p.m. $15. Groups rates and times by appt. 471 Parkwood Way, Jonesboro, 30236 770-477-8864, peterbonner.com/ gonewiththewindtour.html
Historical and Hysterical Tours Topics of tours include Gone With the Wind and the Battle of Jonesboro. Additional tours are available for groups. Call for daily tour times and fees. 104 N. Main St., Jonesboro, 30236
770-477-8864, peterbonner.com I [;l WC
KENNESAW
Kennesaw Mountail) National Battlefield Park Civil War battlefield offers trails, recreation and picnicking facilities. Welcome center daily 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m. Park open dawndusk. Adults $2, children $1 . 900 Kennesaw Mountain Dr., Kennesaw, 30152
770-427-4686, nps.gov/ kemo I [;l WC
Southern Museum of Civil War and Locomotive History Includes a Civil War-era locomotive and many Civil War relics . Mon.-Sat. 9:30 a.m .5 p.m., Sun. 12-5 p.m. Adults $7.S0, children $5.50, seniors $6.50. Call ahead for tours. 2829 Cherokee St., Kennesaw, 30144
770-427-2117, southernmuseum.org I [;l WC 6-
U.S. Play Fun for all ages with cosmic bowling, billiards and video games. Call for hours and fees. 775 Cobb Place Blvd., Kennesaw, 30144 770-427-7679 I [;l WC M l T
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LAWRENCEVILLE
Adventures Aloft Hot-Air Ballooning Flights daily at dawn and about two hours before su nset (weather permitting). Each is custom-designed with a light meal and a toast. Call for reservations and fees. P.O. Box 464246, Lawrenceville, 30042
770-356-0764, ballooningamerica.com I [;l
Gwinnett Historical Society and Gwinnett History Center The Historical Society maintains a genealogy and history library in the courthouse. Mon.-Fri. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Free. 18S Crogan St., Lawrenceville, 30046
770-822-5174, gwinnetths.org I [;l WC 6-
Gwinnett History Museum The museum specializes in the preservation of Gwinnett County artifacts from prehistory to World War II. Mon.-Thurs. 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Sat. 12-5 p.m. $1 donation requested . 455 Perry St., Lawrenceville, 30045
770-822- 5178 I [;l WC Tl
Medieval Times Dinner and Tournament Take a journey back to the 11th century with fun, feasting and fighting. 590 Sugarloaf Pkwy., Lawrenceville, 30043
888-WE-JOUST, medievaltimes.com I [;l WC 6-
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LILBURN
Yellow River Game Ranch A 25-acre animal preserve offers a trail to see black bears, cougars, buffalo and other animals indigenous to Georgia. Daily 9:30 a.m.-6 p.m. Adults $8, children $7. 4525 US Hwy. 78, Lilburn, 30047 770-972-6643, 877-972-6643
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LITHIA SPRINGS
Sweetwater Creek State Conservation Park Hiking trails lead to a textile mill burned during the Civil War. Fishing, boat rentals, picnic areas, p laygrounds. Daily 7 a.m.10 p.m . Trails close at dusk. $3 parking. Mount Vernon Rd ., Lithia Springs, 30057 770-732-5871, 800-864-7275
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LOCUST GROVE
Noah's Ark Animal Rehabilitation Center This center houses rehabilitated exotic animals such as bears, lions, tigers and monkeys. Picnic while viewing the animals. Tue.-Sat. 12-3 p.m. Free (donations accepted). 712 L.G. Griffin Rd., Locust Grove, 30248 770-957-0888, noahs-ark.org I [;J WC 6,.
LOGANVILLE
Carousel Quarters Petti ng farm with unlimited pony rides for children, and many animals to see and pet. Picnic area, p layground, hayride, country store, garden. For both young and old. 3540 Sharon Church Loop, Loganville, 30052 770-466-4670, carouselquarters.com
Vines Botanica l Gardens and Manor House Stroll through 23 acres of beautifully landscaped gardens and enjoy the garden railroad . Mon.-Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Adults $5, children and seniors $4. 3500 Oak Grove Rd., Loganville, 30052 770-466-7532 I C;J WC 6,.
MABLETON
Mable House Barnes Amphitheatre Home to the Mable \,ouse Barnes Amphitheatre, an intimate outdoor venue located in a natural setting. 5239 Floyd Rd . Mableton, 30126 770-819-7765, themhba.com
MARIETTA
Historic Marietta Walking- Driving Tour Se lf-g uid ed tour brochure and map that takes you through Marietta's five National Register Historic districts to view antebellum and Victorian homes. 4 Depot St., Marietta, 30060 770-429-1115, 800-835-0445, mariettasquare.com
Marietta/ Cobb Museum of Art Art from the 19th and 20th centuries is showcased in four large exhibitions annually. Tue.-Sat. 11 a.m.-5 p.m., Sun. 1- 5 p.m. Adults $5, children and seniors $3. 30 Atlanta St., Marietta, 30060 770-528-1444, mariettasquare.com/ mcma C;JWC o,.
Marietta Confederate Cemetery/ Marietta City Cemetery Buried in the Confederate Cemetery are more than 3,000 people from the Civil War era. The City Cemetery dates back further, to the 1830s. Daily dawn-dusk. Free. 381 Powder Springs St., Marietta, 30060 770-429-1115, mariettasquare.com/ confederate_cemetery.html I [;J WC 6,.
Marietta Fire Museum The museum showcases antique fire engines and fire-fighting equipment. Mon.-Fri. 8 a.m.-5 p.m . Free. 112 Haynes St., Marietta, 30060 770-794-5491, mariettasquare.com/
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Marietta Gone With the Wind Museum: Scarlett On the Square Museum offers movie memorabilia and a section dedicated to the African-American cast members. Mon.-Sat. 10 a.m.-S p.m. Adults $7, students and seniors $6. 18 Whitlock Ave., Marietta, 30064
770-794-5576, gwtwmarietta.com I [;J WC 6,.
Marietta Museum of History Discover the rich history of Marietta and Cobb County. Mon.-Sat. 10 am.-4 p.m ., Sun. 1-4 p.m. Adults $5, seniors and students $3. One Depot St., Ste. 200, Marietta, 30060
770-S28-0431, mariettahistory.org I [;J WC 6,.
Marietta National Cemetery More than 10,000 Civil War soldiers are buried here. Daily. Call for tours. Free. 500 Washington Ave., Marietta, 30060
770-428-3258 I C;J WC b.
Marlow House Gallery This quaint gallery features Thomas Kinkade artwork, gifts and collectibles. Mon.-Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. 192 Church St., Marietta, 30060 770-426-1825, marlowgallery.com
Mountasia Fun Center Enjoy this family fun park with go-carts, bumper boats, miniature golf and video games. Birthday and group packages are available. Call for hours and fees. 175 Ernest Barrett Pkwy., Marietta, 30066
770-422-7227, mountasia.com I [;J WC 6,. fl T
Root House Museum In a home where pharmacist William Root once lived, this museum portrays middleclass life in the 1850s. Tue.-Sat. 11 a.m.4 p.m. Adults $4 , children $2, seniors $3. 145 Denmead St., Marietta, 30060 770-426-4982, cobblandmarks.com/
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White Water and American Adventures White Water features one of the world 's highest free falls on the Cliffhanger, as well as a wave pool, water rides, food and a gift shop. Call for hours and fees. 250 Cobb Pkwy., Marietta, 30062
770-424-WAVE, sixflags.com I [;J WC 6,. IT
McDONOUGH
Genealogical Society In the 1826 Brown House, the Genealogical Society preserves historical information about Henry and Clayton counties. Mon., Wed., Fri. 10 a.m.-3 p.m . Free. 71 Macon St., McDonough, 30252
770-9S4-1456 I C;J WC
Heritage Park This 129-acre park contains a historic village that features the old schoolhouse and depicts McDonough's history. 8 a.m.10:30 p.m. 101 Lake Dow Rd., McDonough, 302S3
770-954-2031, co.henry.ga.us I [;J WC
MORELAND
Erskine Caldwell Birthplace and Museum The birthplace of author Erskine Caldwell is restored to its 1903 appearance and now showcases his life and accomplishments. Sat.-Sun. 1-4 p.m. Adults $2, children $1 . E. Camp St . in Moreland Town Square, Moreland, 30259 770-251-4438, 770-254-8687, coweta.ga .us l;JWC b. T
Historical & Architectural Tour of Moreland
Home to famous authors Erskine Caldwell
and Lewis Grizzard.
100 Walt Sanders Memorial Dr
Newnan, 30265
770-254-2627
Lewis Grizzard Museum View memorabilia of renowned humorist
and author Lewis Grizzard. See his old typewriters, family photos and manuscripts. Da ily 10 a.m.-6 p.m . Guided tours avail. $1. 2769 US Hwy. 29 S., Moreland, 30259
800-826-9382, newnan.com/lg I [;J WC 6,.
Old Mill Museum See antique farming equipment, World War II-era collectibles from rural Georgia and the Smithsonian Textile Exhibit. Sat.-Sun. 1-4 p.m. by reservation only. Admission $2. Downtown Moreland Square on
Main St., Moreland, 30259
770-254-2627, 800-826-9382 I C;J WC 6,.
MORROW
Georgia Department of Archives and History Georgia's most valuable historical documents are housed here, helping state and local governments meet records requirements. Tue.-Sat. 8:30 a.m .-5 p.m. Free. S800 Jonesboro Rd ., Morrow, 30260
678-364-3700, georgiaarchives.org I [;J WC 6,.
National Archives and Records Administration The National Archives and Record Administration houses information for genealogy research. Tue.-Sat. 8:30 a.m.5 p.m . Free. 5780 Jonesboro Rd., Morrow, 30260 770-968-2100, nara.gov I [;J WC 6,.
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GEORG IA.ORG / 1-800-VISIT GA
Reynolds Memorial Nature Preserve It hosts programs for conservation and offers trails, a historic barn and gardens. Preserve open dai ly until dusk. Visitors center Mon.-Fri. 8:30 a.m.-5 :30 p.m. Free.
5665 Reynolds Rd ., Morrow, 30260 770-603-4188, co.clayton.ga.us/
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NEWNAN
Coweta County African-American Heritage Museum and Research Center The first black museum of the county exhibits historical African-American architecture, and houses artifacts and records. Call for hours or appt. Donations accepted .
92 Farmer St., Newnan, 30263 770-683-7055, africanamericanalliance.net
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Dunaway Gardens One of the South 's largest natural rock-andfloral gardens. Mar. 15-Nov. 30, Thurs.-Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Su n. 1-S p.m. Group tours availab le, daily year-round . Adults $10 , children $8.
3218 Roscoe Rd., Newnan, 30263 678-423-4050, dunawaygardens.com
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Historic Driving Tour of Homes Hi sto ric driving tour of five National Regist er Historic d istricts.
100 Walt Sanders Memorial Dr., Newnan, 30265 770-254-2627, 800-826-9382, c o w e t a .g a .us
Male Academy Museum An extensive Civil War museum exhibiting artifacts, weaponry, maps and paintings. Tue.-Thurs . 10 a.m.-12 p.m. and 1-3 p.m ., Sat. -Sun. 2-5 p.m. Adults $3, children $1.
30 Temple Ave., Newnan, 30263 770-251-0207, nchistoricalsociety.org
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NORCROSS
Malibu Grand Prix Family Entertainment Center Entertainment includes miniature golf, go-carts, bumper boats, batting cages, an arcade and an Indy-style formula racing track. Call for seasonal hours and fees.
5400 Brook Hollow Pkwy., Norcross, 30071 770-416-7630, malibugrandpri x.com
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POWDER SPRINGS
Sun Valley Beach Nestled among 40 acres of Georgia pines is a pool with water slides and a rope swing, beaches and picnic areas. Adults $16, children $14 , seniors $10. 5350 Holloman Rd ., Powder Springs, 30127
e- 770-943-5900, sunvalleybeach.com I lil WC
ROSWELL
Andretti Speed Lab This entertainment complex has high-speed carts, an arcade, rock-climb ing simulators and a ropes course. Mon.-Thurs. 11 a.m.10 p.m., Fri. -Sat. 11-1 a.m., Sun. 12-10 p.m.
11000 Alpharetta Hwy., Roswell, 30076 770-992-5688, andrett ikarting.com
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Barrington Hall Located in Roswel l's 640 -acre historic district, Barrin gton Hall joins the stately antebellum Bulloch Hall and Smith Plantation in offering tours of Roswell 's historic homes.
535 Barrington Dr., Roswell, 30075 770-640-3855, barringtonhall-roswell.com
Bulloch Hall Tour the house, slave quarters and garden of the home of Theodore Roosevelt Sr.'s wife, Mittie Bulloch. Mon-Sat. 10 a.m.-3 p.m., Sun. 1-3 p.m. Adults $8, children $6.
180 Bulloch Ave., Roswell, 30075
770-992-1731, bullochhall.org I lil WC
Chattahoochee Nature Center Enjoy freshwater ponds, wooded uplands, river marshes and wild life along the river. Mon.-Sat. 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Sun. 12-5 p.m. Adults $3, children and seniors $2.
9135 Willeo Rd ., Roswell, 30075 770-992-2055, chattnaturecenter.com
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Chattahoochee River & Trails Sixteen miles of trails wind through the city, through many parks, streets, historic sites and topography. Take a stroll in the historic d istrict, a river walk or a nature study.
Riverside Rd ., Roswell, 30075 770-640-3253, 800-776-7935, cvb.roswell .ga.us/chatriver.html
Historic Roswell Roswell's 640-acre historic district is filled with antebellum homes, historic sites, shops, nature trails, museums and restaurants.
617 Atlanta St., Roswell, 30076 770-640-3253, 800-776-7935, cvb.roswell.ga.us
Roswell Fire and Rescue Museum This small local museum focuses on the history of the Roswell Volunteer Fire Department. Daily 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Free.
' 1002 Alpharetta St., Roswell, 30075
770-641-3730, roswellgov.com I lil WC
Roswell Ghost Tours Visit old mills and mansions alike for spooky tales of old Roswell. Call for tour times. Adults $15, children $10. Group rates avail. Reservations required.
617 Atlanta St., Roswell, 30075 770-649-9922, roswellghosttour.com
Smith Plantation House Built in 1845, this home is filled with artifacts belong ing to the original family. Complete with 10 original outbuildings. Tours on the hour. Mon.-Sat. 10 a.m.-3 p.m ., Sun. 1-3 p.m.
935 Alpharetta St., Roswell, 30075 770-641-3978, 800-776-7935,
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Startime Entertainment Complex It features miniature golf, go-carts, batting cages, an arcade, billiards, comedy club, sports bar and a movie theate r. Call for hours and fees.
608 Holcomb Bridge Rd ., Roswell, 30076 770-993-5411 , startimeentertainment.com
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Storytelling Tours of Historic Roswell Groups join their storyteller guide for a tour of Roswell Historic District, hearing tales of the mill village, the mi lls and early Roswell. Call for hours and fees.
617 Atlanta St., Roswell, 30075 770-640-3253, 800-776-7935,
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Teaching Museum North Exhibi ts here document the history of the U.S., Georgia and Roswell. Mon.-Fri. 8 a.m.4 p.m. Free.
793 Mimosa Blvd ., Roswell, 30075 770-552-6339, fultonschools.org/ dept/
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SANDY SPRINGS
Sandy Springs Historic Site, Home of the Williams-Payne House See historic buildings, natural springs, oldfashioned gardens and the Williams-Payne House, an 1869 "plain style" farmhouse. Daily. Call for tours and fees .
6075 Sandy Springs Cir., Sandy Springs, 30328 404-851-9111 , heritagesandysprings.org
SCOTTDALE
Old Mill Antiques Village A treasure chest of quality antiques awaits you in this restored Georgia Textile Vi llage, Old Mill Antiques Village.
3240 E. Ponce de Leon Ave., Scottdale, 30079 404-292-0223, dcvb.org
SENOIA
Senoia Driving Tour of Homes The town features 150 historic structures. Mon.-Sat. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Free.
100 Walt Sanders Memorial Dr., Newnan, 30265 770-254-2627, 800-826-9382, coweta.ga.us
SHARPSBURG
This town in Coweta County has made many efforts toward historic preservation.
SMYRNA
Smyrna Museum This museum contains a large collection of photographs, memorabilia, publications and historical and genealogical research materials. Call for hours and tours . Free.
2861 Atlanta St., Smyrna, 30082 770-431-2858, rootsweb.com/- gashgs/
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STOCKBRIDGE
Panola Mountain State Conservation Park This granit e mountain offers rare plants, picnic areas, an interpretive center with live exhibits, trails and a ranger-led hike (reservations req'd). Daily 7 a.m.-dusk. $3 parking. 18 miles southeast of Atlanta on GA Hwy. 155 770-389-7801, 800-864-7275,
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STONE MOUNTAIN
Stone Mountain Park Georgia's largest campground and most visited attraction has entertainment, recreation and activities. Dai ly 6 a.m .-12 p.m . Call for attraction hours and fees .
16 miles east of Atlanta on US Hwy. 78, Exit 39-B off 1-285 770-498-5690, 800-317-2006,
e- stonemountainpark.com I lil WC YIT
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Americas Best Value Inn 5245 Glade Rd.
770-966-1644
Best Western Acworth Inn 5155 Cowan Rd.
770-974-0116
Days Inn 5035 Cowan Rd.
770-974-1700
Econo Lodge 4980 Cowan Rd.
770-974-1922
Holiday Inn Express 184 North Point Way
770-975-9920
Hometown Lodge 3475 Baker Rd.
770-966-1300
Ramada Limited 164 North Point Way
770-975-9000
Super 8 Motel 4970 Cowan Rd .
770-966-9700
AmerlSuites, North Point 7500 North Point Pkwy.
770-594-8788
AmerlSultes, Windward 5595 Windward Pkwy.
770-343-9566
Atlanta Marriott Alpharetta 5750 Windward Pkwy.
770-754-9600
Comfort Suites 3000 Mansell Rd.
770-645-6060
Country Inn & Suites Roswell 2950 Mansell Rd .
770-552-0006
DoubleTree Alpharetta 2925 Jordan Ct.
678-347-0022
Embassy Suites Hotel Alpharetta 5955 North Point Dr. 678-566-8800
Extended Stay Deluxe 3329 Old Milton Pkwy.
770-569-1730
Extended StayAmerlca 1950 Rock Mill Rd.
770-475-2676
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott 11385 Haynes Bridge Rd. 770-663-4000
Hampton Inn 10740 Westside Pkwy.
770-640-5511
Hampton Inn & Suites 16785 Old Morris Rd.
678-393-0990
Hilton Garden Inn, Atlanta North 4025 Windward Plaza Dr. 770-360-7766
HIiton Garden Inn, North Point 10975 Georgia Ln.
678-566-3900
Holiday Inn Express 5455 Windward Pkwy. W.
770-664-6661
Homewood Suites by HIiton 10775 Davis Dr.
770-998-1622
La Quinta Inn & Suites 1350 North Point Dr.
770-754-7800
Marriott Springhill Suites 12730 Deerfield Pkwy.
770 -751-6900
Ramada Limited Suites, Alpharetta 3020 Mansell Rd.
678-461-7300
Residence Inn by Marriott Atlanta 5465 Windward Pkwy. W. 770-664-0664
Residence Inn North Point 1325 North Point Dr.
770-587-1151
Sierra Suites 12505 Cingular Pkwy.
678-339-0505
Spring Hill Suites Alpharetta 12730 Deerfield Pkwy.
770-751-6900
Staybrldge Suites by Holiday Inn 3980 North Point Pkwy. 770-569-7200
Studio Plus Deluxe Studios 3331 Old Milton Pkwy.
770-475-7871
TownePlace Suites by Marriott 7925 Westside Pkwy.
770-664-1300
Wingate Inn 1005 Kingswood Pl.
770-649-0955
AmerlSultes, Buckhead 3242 Peachtree Rd.
404-869-6161
AmerlSultes, Downtown 330 Peachtree St.
404-577-1980
AmerlSultes, Perimeter Center 1005 Crestline Pkwy.
770-730-9300
Atlanta Downtown Travelodge 311 Courtland St.
404-659-4545
Atlanta Marriott Century Center 2000 Century Blvd.
404-325-0000
Best Western, Atlanta Airport East 301 N. Central Ave. 404479-1100
Best Western, The Granada Suite Hotel 1302 W. Peachtree St.
404-876-6100
Best Western Inn at the Peachtrees 330 W. Peachtree St. 404-577-6970
Buckhead Residence Inn by Marriott 2960 Piedmont Rd. 404-239-0677
Clai /mont Lodge 10108 Cannon Farm Hill Rd.
404-267-1300
Comfort Inn, Buckhead North 5793 Roswell Rd.
404-252-6400
Comfort Inn, Six Flags 4330 Fulton Industrial Blvd.
404-505-8880
Comfort Inn Turner Field 795 Pollard Rd.
4 0 4 - 658-1610
Comfort Inn & Suites, Atlanta Airport N. 1419 Virginia Ave. 404-768-7800
Comfort Inn and Suites 3601 N. Desert Dr.
404-762-5566
Comfort Suites 6110 Peachtree Dunwoody Rd.
770-828-0330
Country Inn & Suites 4500 Circle 75 Pkwy.
770-956-9919
Country Inn & Suites 759 Pollard Blvd .
404658-1961
Courtyard by Marriott, Atlanta Downtown 175 Piedmont Ave. 404-659-2727
Courtyard by Marriott, Atlanta Midtown 1132 Techwood Dr. 404-607-1112
Courtyard by Marriott, Buckhead 3332 Peachtree Rd. 404-869-0818
Courtyard by Marriott, Cumberland 3000 Cumberland Blvd. 770-952-2555
Courtyard by Marriott, Executive Park 1236 Executive Park Dr.
404-728-0708
Courtyard by Marriott, Perimeter Center 6250 Peachtree Dunwoody Rd.
770-393-1000
Courtyard by Marriott, Windy Hill 2045 S. Park Pl.
770-955-3838
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Crowne Plaza, Atlanta Airport 1325 Virginia Ave.
4047686660
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Crowne Plaza, Buckhead 3377 Peachtree Rd.
4042641111
crowneplaza.com
Crowne Plaza, Ravinia 4355 Ashford Dunwoody Rd .
7703957700
cpravin ia.com
Crowne Plaza Atlanta, Perimeter 6345 Powers Ferry Rd.
7709551700 8002CROWNE crowneplaza.com
Days Inn, Atlanta Downtown 300 Spring St.
4045231144 8003297666 daysinnatl.com
Days Inn, Chamblee 3585 Chamblee Tucker Rd.
7704558000 800DAYSINN daysinn.com
Days Inn, Cleveland Avenue 2788 Forrest Hills Dr.
4047687750 800DAYSINN the.daysinn.com
Days Inn, Sandy Springs 5750 Roswell Rd.
404-2525782 800DAYSINN the.daysinn.com
DeKalb Inn 2608 Bouldercrest Rd.
404 2433515 4042434076
Doubletree ATL NW 475 Technology Pkwy.
7702638558 8007059140 doubletree.com
Doubletree Club Hotel, Atlanta Airport 3400 Norman Berry Dr.
4047631600 800222-TREE atlantaairportclub. doubletree.com
Doubletree Guest Suites, Atlanta Galleria 2780 Windy Ridge Pkwy.
7709801900 800222TREE doubletree.com
Doubletree Guest Suites, Atlanta Perimeter 6120 Peachtree Dunwoody Rd.
770 6680808 800222TREE doubletree.com
Doubletree Hotel, Atlanta Buckhead 3342 Peachtree Rd. 404231-1234 800222TREE doubletree.com
Drury Inn & Suites, Atlanta Airport 1270 Virginia Ave.
4047614900 800 DRURYINN druryhotels.com
Econo Lodge, Airport North 1360 Virginia Ave.
4047615201 8004244777 choicehotels.com
Embassy Suites, Atlanta Airport 4700 Southport Rd.
4047671988 800-EMBASSY embassysuite s.com
Embassy Suites, Atlanta-Buckhead 3285 Peachtree Rd. 4042617733 800EMBASSY embassysuites.com
Embassy Suites, Atlanta-Galleria 2815 Akers Mill Rd.
770-9849300 800EMBASSY embassysuites.com
Embassy Suites, Centennial Olympic Park 267 Marietta St. 4042232300 800EMBASSY embassysuites.com
Embassy Suites, Perimeter 1030 Crown Pointe Pkwy.
770394 5454 800-EMBASSY embassysuites.com
Extended Stay Deluxe, Lenox North 3967 Peachtree Rd. 4042379100 800EXTSTAY extendedstay.com
Extended Stay Deluxe, Perimeter 6330 Peachtree Dunwoody Rd.
7703790111 800 EXT STAY extendedstay.com
Extended Stay Deluxe, Powers Ferry 2010 Powers Ferry Rd. 7709338010 800EXTSTAY extendedstayhotels.com
Extended StayAmerlca 3115 Clairmont Rd.
4046794333 800 EXT STAY extstay.com
Extended StayAmerlca, Windy HIii 2225 Interstate North Pkwy.
7702260242 800EXTSTAY extendedstayhotels.com
Fairfield Inn, Downtown 175 Piedmont Ave.
404659-7777 8002282800 fairfield inn.com
Fairfield Inn & Suites, Buckhead 3092 Piedmont Rd.
4048460900 8002282800 marriott.com/ fairfieldinn
Fairfield Inn & Suites, Vlnlngs 2450 Paces Ferry Rd.
7704354500 8004557007 marriott.com/ fa irfieldinn
Four Seasons 75 14th St.
4048819898 800332 3442 fourseasons.com/ atlanta
Georgian Terrace Hotel 659 Peachtree St.
4048971991 8006512316 thegeorgianterrace.com
Grand Hyatt Atlanta In Buckhead 3300 Peachtree Rd.
4043658100 8002331234 grandhyattatlanta.com
Hampton Inn, At lanta Cumberland 2775 Cumberland Pkwy. 770 3336006 800HAMPTON hamptoninn.com
Hampton Inn, Atlanta Perimeter 769 Hammond Dr.
4043030014 800HAMPTON hamptoninn.com
Hampton Inn, Buckhead 3398 Piedmont Rd.
4042335656 800HAMPTON hamptoninn.com
Hampton Inn, Downtown 161 Spring St.
4045891111 800HAMPTON hamptoninn.com
Hampton Inn, Midtown 1152 Spring St.
4048723234 800HAMPTON hampton inn.com
Hampton Inn, North Druid HIiis 1975 N. Druid Hills Rd. 4043206600 800HAMPTON hamptoninn.com
Hampton Inn, Northlake 3400 Northlake Pkwy.
7704931966 800HAMPTON hamptoninn.com
Hampton Inn & Suites, Gallerla 2733 Circle 75 Pkwy.
7709551110
800HAMPTON atlantagalleriasuites. hamptoninn.com
Hawthol-n Suites 1500 Parkwood Cir.
7709529595 7003387812 hawthornsuitesatlanta.com
Heartfleld Manor 182 Elizabeth St.
4045238633
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Highland Inn 644 N. Highland Ave.
4 0 4 8745756
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HIiton Atlanta 255 Courtland St.
404659-2000 800HILTONS atlanta.hilton.com
HIiton Garden Inn, Perimeter 1501 Lake Hearn Dr.
4044590500 800-HILTONS hiltongardeninn.com
HIiton, Atlanta Airport 1031 Virginia Ave.
4047679000 800HILTONS hilton.com
Holiday Inn, Atlanta Airport North 1380 Virginia Ave.
4047628411 800HOLIDAY holiday-inn.com
Holiday Inn, Atlanta Central 2061 N. Druid Hills Rd.
4043214174 800HOLIDAY holiday-inn.com
Holiday Inn, Atlanta Downtown 101Andrew Young International Blvd.
4045245555 8005350707 atlantagahol idayinn.com
Holiday Inn, Atlanta/NE Doraville 2001 Clearview Ave. 7704553700 8888160924 holidayinn.com/ atldoraville
Holiday Inn, Midtown North 1810 Howell Mill Rd.
4043513831 800882 4828 holidayinn.com/ atl midtown
Holiday Inn, Northlake 2158 Ranchwood Dr.
7709346000 800HOLIDAY holiday-inn.com
Holiday Inn Express 765 Hammond Dr.
4042504450 8004654329 hiexpress.com
Holiday Inn Express, North Avenue 244 North Ave.
4048810881 800HOLIDAY hiexpress.com
Holiday Inn Select, Perimeter Dunwoody 4386 Chamblee Dunwoody Rd.
7704576363 800HOLIDAY holiday-inn.com
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4043251223 800326 5651 homesteadhotels.com
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Offi c ial Georgia Travel Guide 53
Atlanta Metro Lodging
Pricing : 1=$0-50 2 =$51=80 3 = $81-120 4 =$121+
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Homewood Suites Hotel 3200 Cobb Pkwy. Hyatt Regency 265 Peachtree St. Intercontinental Buckhead-Atlanta 3315 Peachtree Rd. In Town Suites 660 Interchange Dr. In Town Suites 1375 Northside Dr. La Quinta 2535 Chantilly Dr. La Quinta Inn & Suites, Atlanta-Paces Ferry 2415 Paces Ferry Rd. Magnolia Manor 4156 LaVista Rd. Marriott, Atlanta JW at Lenox 3300 Lenox Rd. Marriott, Atlanta Marquis 265 Peachtree Center Ave. Marriott, Atlanta Midtown Suites 35 14th St. Marriott, Atlanta Perimeter Center Hotel 246 Perimeter Center Pkwy. Marriott Downtown 160 Spring St. Marriott Residence Inn - Downtown 134 Peachtree St. Mlcrotel Inn & Suites 1840 Corporate Blvd. Omni Hotel 100 CNN Center Peachtree Inn 4275 NE Expwy. Ponce de Leon Hotel 551 Ponce de Leon Ave. Quality Hotel, Downtown 89 Luckie St. Quality Inn 2451 Old National Pkwy. Quality Inn, Atlanta Northeast 2960 NE Expwy. Quality Inn, Northlake 2155 Ranchwood Dr. Radisson Hotel, Atlanta Northlake 4156 LaVista Rd. Ramada Limited, Buckhead 2115 Piedmont Rd. Ramada Plaza-Atlanta Airport 1419 Virginia Ave. Red Roof Inn Atlanta Airport 1200 Virginia Ave. Red Roof Inn, Atlanta North Druid HIiis 1960 N. Druid Hills Rd. Regency Suites Hotel 975 W. Peachtree St. Renaissance Atlanta Hotel, Concourse One Hartsfield Centre Pkwy. Renaissance Atlanta Hotel, Downtown 590 W. Peachtree St. Renaissance Waverly Hotel 2450 Galleria Pkwy. Residence Inn, Atlanta-Buckhead 2960 Piedmont Rd. Residence Inn, Atlanta-Dunwoody 1901 Savoy Dr. Residence Inn, Atlanta-Midtown 1041 W. Peachtree St. Residence Inn, Buckhead-Lenox Park 2220 Lake Blvd. Residence Inn by Marriott Atlanta 134 Peachtree St. Ritz-Carlton, Atlanta Downtown 181 Peachtree St. Ritz-Carlton, Buckhead 3434 Peachtree Rd. Sheraton Atlanta Hotel 165 Courtland St. Sheraton Buckhead Hotel 3405 Lenox Rd. Sheraton Gateway Hotel, Atlanta Airport 1900 Sullivan Rd. Sher;iton Midtown Atlanta 188 14th St. Sheraton Suites, Galleria Atlanta 2844 Cobb Pkwy. Sleep Inn, Buckhead 800 Sidney Marcus Blvd. Staybrldge Suites 760 Mt. Vernon Hwy. Super 8 Motel & Conference Center 111 Cone St. at Luckie Swlssotel Atlanta Buckhead 3391 Peachtree Rd. TownePlace Suites 3300 Northlake Pkwy. Townplace Suites 820 Sidney Marcus Blvd. Travel Inn 3701 Presidential Pkwy. Travelodge, Six Flags 4265 Shirley Dr. University Inn 1767 N. Decatur Rd. W Atlanta at Perimeter Center 111 Perimeter Center W. Wellesley Inn, Airport 1377 Virginia Ave. Extended Stay Deluxe 2225 Interstate North Pkwy. Westin, Atlanta North at Perimeter 7 Concourse Pkwy. Westin, Peachtree Plaza 210 Peachtree St. Westin Buckhead 3391 Peachtree Rd . Westin Hotel Atlanta Airport 4736 Best Rd.
770-988-9449
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404-946-9000 800-327-0200 intercontinental.com/ buckhead
404-691-4739 800-533-9338 intownsuites.com
404-350-8102 800-533-9338 intownsuites.com
404-321-0999 866-725-1661 lq.com
770-801-9002 800-NU-ROOMS lq.com
770-938-1026 404-262-3344 404-521-0000 404-876-8888 770-394-6500
866-443-6273 800-228-9290 800-228-9290 800-228-9290 800-228-9290
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404-522-0950 800-331-3131 residenceinn.com/ atldt
404-325-4446 888-771-7171 microtelinn.com
404-659-0000 800-843-6664 omnicnn.com
770-934-2770
404-873-1420
404-524-7991 800-228-5151 choicehotels.com
404-761-8371 800-4-CHOICE choicehotels.com
770-451-5231 800-228-5151 qualityinn.com
770-491-7444 800-4-CHOICE
770-938-1026 800-333-3333 radisson.com
404-876-4444 800-632-7232 ramada.com
404-768-7800 404-767-5451
404-209-1800 800-733-7663 redroof.com
404-321-1653 800-REDROOF red roof.com
404-876-5003 800-642-3629 regencysuites.com 404-209-9999 800-HOTELS-1 renaissancehotels.com
404-881-6000
renaissanceatlanta downtown.com
770-953-4500
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404-239-0677
residenceinn.com/ atlbh
770-455-4446
residenceinn.com/ atlrn
404-872-8885 800-331-3131 residenceinn.com/ atlmt
404-467-1660 800-331-3131 marriott.com
404-522-0950 800-331-3131 residenceinn.com/ atldt
404-659-0400 888-241-3333 ritzcarlton.com
404-237-2700 800-241-3333 ritzcarlton.com
404-659-6500 800-833-8624 sheraton.com
404-261-9250 800-325-3535 sheraton.com
770-997-1100 800-784-9400 sheraton.com/ gatewayatlanta
404-892-6000 800-325-3535 starwood.com
770-955-3900 800-689-6671 sheraton.com/ suitesgalleria
404-949-4000 877-424-6423 sleepinn.com
404-250-0110 800-286-8386 staybridgesuites.com
404-524-7000 800-800-8000 super8atlanta.com
404-365-0065 888-WESTINl westin.com
770-938-0408
marriott.com
404-949-4820
mainstaysuites.com
770-458-9009
travelinnatlanta .com
404-696-4391 800-201-7632 travelodge.com
404-634-7327 800-654-8591 univinn.com
770-396-6800 800-683-6100 whotels.com
404-762-5111 800-444-8888 wellesleyonline.com
770-226-0242 770-226-9492
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westin.com/ atlantanorth
404-659-1400
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404-365-0065 800-WESTIN-1 westinbuckhead.com
404-762-7676 800-WESTIN-1 westinatlantaairport.com
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404-248-1550 800-228-1000 wingateinns.com
Wingate Inn-Atlanta/Buckhead 3600 Piedmont Rd.
404-869-1100 800-228-1000 the.wingateinns.com
Wyndham Midtown Atlanta 125 10th St. NE
404-873-4800 BOO-WYNDHAM wyndham.com
Wyndham Vlnlngs Hotel 2857 Paces Ferry Rd.
770-432-5555 BOO-WYNDHAM wyndham.com
Baymon! Inn 7377 Six Flags Dr.
770-944-2110 800-BAYMONT baymontinns.com
Best Western Atlanta Six Flags Hotel 1100 N. Blair Bridge Rd. 770-941-1499 BOO-WESTERN bestwestern.com
Budget Inn, Six Flags 1650 N. Blair Bridge Rd.
770-941-6600
Days Inn, Six Flags 95 S. Service Rd.
770-941-1400 800-325-2525 daysinn.com
Knights Inn, Six Flags 1595 N. Blair Bridge Rd.
770-944-0824 800-418-8977 knightsinn.com
Sleep Inn, Six Flags 125 S. Service Rd.
770-819-2805 800-424-6423 choicehotels.com
Country Inn & Suites, Mall of Georgia 1395 Mall of Georgia Blvd.
770-271-1441 800-456-4000 countryinns.com/ bufordga
Days Inn, Buford-Mall of Georgia 4267 GA Hwy. 20
770-932-0111 800-DAYS-INN daysinn.com
Hampton Inn, Mall of Georgia 3240 Buford Dr.
678-546-1200 BOO-HAMPTON hamptoninn.com
Holiday Inn Express & Suites 2499 Satellite Blvd.
678-318-1080 BOO-HOLIDAY hiexpress.com
SprlngHill Suites, Mall of Georgia 3250 Buford Dr.
678-714-2150 888-287-9400 marriott.com/ springhill
Wingate Inn, Mall of Georgia 1355 Mall of Georgia Blvd. 678-714-0248 800-228-1000 wingateinns.com
Lodge on Buford 4815 Buford Hwy.
770-458-8011
Motel 6, Chamblee 2820 Chamblee Tucker Rd.
770-458-6626 800-466-8356 motel6.com
Savannah Suites 5280 Peachtree Industrial Blvd.
678-805-3400 866-367-2766 savannahsuites.com
Suburban Extended Stay, Chamblee 2050 Peachtree Industrial Ct.
770-234-9005 800-951-7829 suburbanlodge.com
AmerlSuites Hotel Atlanta Airport 1899 Sullivan Rd.
770-994-2997 800-833-1516 amerisuites.com
Atlanta Airport Marriott 4711 Best Rd.
404-766-7900 800-228-9290 marriotthotels.com
Comfort Inn, Atlanta Airport 2450 Old National Pkwy. 404-684-9898 800-228-5150 comfortinn.com
Country Hearth Suites 4820 Massachusetts Blvd.
770-996-0000 800-770-9814 countryhearthatlanta.com
Country Inn & Suites, Atlanta Airport S 1808 Phoenix Blvd. 770-991-1099 800-456-4000 countryinns.com
Courtyard Marriott, Atlanta Airport S 2050 Sullivan Rd. 770-997-2220 800-321-2211 marriott.com
Days Inn, Airport South 1540 Phoenix Blvd.
770-996-7300 800-DAYSINN daysinn.com
Days Inn, Atlanta Airport West 4979 Old National Hwy. 404-669-8616 800-325-2525 the.daysinn.com
Days Inn, College Park-Airport 4505 Best Rd.
404-767-1224 800-DAYSINN daysinn.com
Econolodge Airport West 4874 Old National Hwy.
404-768-1241 800-NUROOMS laquinta.com
Fairfield Inn & Suites 1255 Walker Ave.
404-767-5374 800-228-2800 marriott.com
Holiday Inn Express 4601 Best Rd.
404-761-6500 BOO-HOLIDAY hiexpress.com
Howard Johnson Express Inn 2480 Old National Pkwy. 404-766-0000 800-446-4656 hojo.com
Mlcrotel Inn 4839 Massachusetts Blvd.
770-994-3003 888-771-7171 microtelinn.com
Quality Inn & Suites 2451 Old National Pkwy.
404-761-8371 800-4-CHOICE choicehotel.com
Ramada Inn, Atlanta Airport South 1551 Phoenix Blvd. 770-996-4321 800-241-3092 ramada.com
Sleep Inn 1911 Sullivan Rd.
770-996-6100 800-424-6423 sleepinn.com
Wingate Inn, Atlanta Airport 2020 Sullivan Rd.
770-994-3666 800-228-1000 wingateinns.com
HIiitop Inn 3140 Moreland Ave.
404-363-6960
America 's Best Inn & Suites Hotel 4095 Covington Hwy. 404-286-2500 800-237-8466 americasbestinns.com
Americas Best Value Inn 3403 Memorial Dr.
404-288-8722
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Candler Inn 2941 Ember Dr.
404-381-4766
Count?' Hearth Inn & Suites 2945 Gus Pl.
404-212-8882
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Days Inn, Atlanta 4300 Snapfinger Woods Dr.
770-981-5670 800-DAYSINN the.daysinn.com
Decatur Inn 921 Church St.
404-378-3125
Econo Lodge, Decatur 2574 Candler Rd.
404-243-4422 800-553-2666
Economy Inn 2565 Wesley Chapel Rd.
404-288-6911
Emory Conference Center Hotel 1615 Clifton Rd.
404-712-6000 800-933-6679 emoryconferenccenter.com
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites 5300 Snapfinger Park Dr. 678-418-0004 BOO-HOLIDAY hiexpress.com
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites 2183 N. Decatur Rd. 404-320-0888 BOO-HOLIDAY hiexpress.com
Holiday Inn Select 130 Clairmont Ave.
404-371-0204 BOO-HOLIDAY hiselect.com/ atl-decatur
Howard Johnson East Atlanta 2572 Candler Rd.
404-243-6679
hojo.com
Olde English Inn 1900 Glenfair Rd.
404 -288-2997
Relax Inn 245 E. Trinity Pl.
404-378-1122
Suburban Extended Stay Hotel 1638 Church St.
404-267-3701 800-951-STAY suburbanhotels.com
Sunset Lodge 2942 Ember Dr.
404-241-8770
thesunsetlodge .com
Super 8 917 Church St.
404-378-3765 800-800-8000 supers.com
Super 8, Glenwood 4600 Glenwood Rd.
404-289-4940 800-800-8000 supers.com
Super Inn 4200 Wesley Club Dr.
404-289-7707
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770-489-4863 770-489-7689 bestwesterndouglasville.com
Bilbo's Motel 5964 E. Broad St.
770-942-1166
Comfort Inn 5487 Westmoreland Plaza
678-504-2000 800-424-6423 douglasvillecomfortinn.com
Comfort Inn, Atlanta West at Six Flags 850 Crestmark Dr. 770-941-5384
choicehotels .com
Courtyard by Marriott Atlanta, Six Flags 950 Bob Arnold Blvd.
678-945-4444 800-321-2211 courtyard.com/ atlsx
Country Inn & Suites, Atlanta-Si x Flags 960 West Point Ct.
678-945-094 5 800-456-4000 countryinns.com/ li t hiaspringsga
Days Inn 5489 Westmoreland Plaza
770-949-1499
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Fairfield Inn by Marriott-Atlanta Six Flags 976 West Pointe Ct.
770-739-2800
Hampton Inn 6371 Douglas Blvd.
770-577-2110 800-HAMPTON hamptoninn.com
Holiday Inn Express 5479 Westmoreland Plaza
770-949-5730 800-HOLIDAY holiday-inn.com
Holiday Inn Express, Atlanta West 7101 Concourse Pkwy. 770-920-9228 800-HOLIDAY holiday-inn.com
Lee's Motel 9101 GA Hwy. 5
770-942-7322
Motel 6 920 Bob Arnold Blvd.
678-945-0606 800-455-7246 accorhotels.com
Ramada Limited Suites 8315 Cherokee Blvd.
770-949-3090 800-2RAMADA ramada.com
Royal Inn & Suites 8366 Duralee Ln.
770-942-1036
Sleep Inn 7055 Concourse Pkwy.
770-920-8887 800-SLEE PINN sleepinn.com
SprlngHill Suites 960 Bob Arnold Blvd.
770-819-9906 888-287-9400 marriott.com
Suburban Lodge Six Flags/Thornton Road 1270 Waterway Cir.
770-739-5990 800-951-7829 suburbanlodge.com
Suite One 637 W. Market Cir.
770-948-8331
suiteonehotels .com
Sun Suites 8462 S. Cherokee Blvd.
770-949-8000 866-SUNSUITES
Super 8, Atlanta West S481 Westmoreland Plaza
770-949-4926 800-800-8000 supers.com
Amerlsultes Duluth 11505 Medlock Bridge Rd.
770 -6 22-5858
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AmerlSultes, Gwinnett Mall-Duluth 3530 Venture Pkwy. 770-623-9699 800-833-1516 amerisuites.com
Atlanta Marriott, Gwinnett Place 1775 Pleasant Hill Rd. 770-923-1775 800-228-9290 marriotthotels.com/ atlgp
Atlanta Wingate Inn 3450 Venture Pkwy.
770-622-7277 800-228-1000 wingateinnduluth.com
Candlewood Suites Hotel 3665 Shackleford Rd.
678-380-0414 888-CANDLEW candlewoodsuites.com
Comfort Suites, Gwinnett Place 3700 Shackleford Rd. 770-931-9299 800-4-CHOICE choicehotels.com
Country Inn & Suites, Duluth 3505 Breckinridge Blvd. 678-405-2900 800-456-4000 countryinns.com
Courtyard by Marriott, Gwinnett Mall 3550 Venture Pkwy. 770-476-4666 800-321-2211 marriott.com/atlgm
Days Inn, Gwinnett Place 1920 Pleasant Hill Rd .
770-476-8700 800-329-7466 daysinn.com
Extended StayAmerlca, Gwinnett Place 3430 Venture Pkwy. 770-622-0270 888-EXT-STAY extstay.com
Hampton Inn & Suites 1725 Pineland Rd.
770-931-9800 800-HAM PTON hamptoninn.com
Hilton Garden Inn, Sugarloaf 2040 Sugarloaf Cir.
770-495-7600 800-HILTON hilton.com
Holiday Inn, Gwinnett Center 6310 Sugarloaf Pkwy.
770-476-2022 800-HOLIDAY ichotelsgroup.com
Hollday Inn Express, Gwinnett Place 3670 Shackleford Rd. 770-935-7171 800-HOLIDAY sixcontinentshotels.com/ hiexpress
lntown Suites 3750 Satellite Blvd.
770-622-9700 800-553-9338 intownsuites.com
La Quinta Inn Duluth 2370 Stephens Center Dr.
678-9S7-0500
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Quality Inn 3500 Venture Pkwy.
770-623-9300 800-4-CHOICE qualityinn.com
Residence Inn, Gwinnett Place 1760 Pineland Rd.
770-921-2202 800-331-3131 marriott.com
Studio 6, Gwinnett Place 3525 Breckinridge Blvd.
770-931-3113 888-897-0202 staystudio6.com
Suburban Extended Stay Duluth 2350 Stephens Center Dr. 678-474-9700 800-951-STAY suburbanhotels.com
Sun Suites, Gwinnett Place 3720 Steve Reynolds Blvd. 770-931-3320 866-SUNSUITES sunsuites.com
Wellesley Inn & Suites 3390 Venture Pkwy.
770-623-6800 800-444-8888 wellesleyinnandsuites.com
Wingate Inn, Gwinnett Place 3450 Venture Pkwy.
770-622-7277
Fairfield Inn & Suites, Perimeter Ctr. 1145 Hammond Dr. 770-350-0000 800-228-2800 marriott.com/atlpf
Staybrldge Suites 4601 Ridgeview Rd.
678-320-0lll 800-238-8000 staybridge.com
Fairfield Inn, Atlanta Airport North 1255 Walker Ave.
404-767-5374 800-228-2800 marrlott.com/fairfieldinn
Hampton Inn & Suites, Atlanta Airport North 3450 Bobby Brown Pkwy.
404-767-9300
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Wellesley Inn & Suites 1377 Virginia Ave.
404-762-Slll
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Holiday Inn Express 140 E. Lanier Ave.
770-461-5600 800-HOLIDAY ichotelsgroup.com
Days Inn, Airport East 5116 GA Hwy. 85
404-768-6400 800-DAYSINN daysinn.com
Econo Lodge 5060 Frontage Rd.
404-363-6429 800-424-6423 choicehotels.com
Ramada Limited Suites, Airport East 357 Lee St.
404-768-7799 800-2RAMADA ramada.com
Super 8 Motel 410 Old Dixie Way
404-363-8811 800-800-8000 supers.com
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770-707-1477 888-822-1292 countryhearth.com/ hotels/ga
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Atlanta Metro Lodging
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Best Western, Atlanta Airport East 301 N. Central Ave. Courtyard by Marriott, Atlanta Airport North 3399 International Blvd. Residence Inn, Atlanta Airport 3401 International Blvd. Best Value Inn & Suites 6358 Old Dixie Hwy. Chamblee Inn 6326 Old Dixie Hwy. Econo Lodge 340 Upper Riverdale Rd. Economy Inn 8425 Tara Blvd. Holiday Inn, Atlanta South 6288 Old Di xie Hwy. lntown Suites 7021 Tara Blvd. Motel 6 6370 Old Dixie Hwy. Savannah Suites - Jonesboro 8240 Tara Blvd. Scottish Inn 599 Battle Creek Rd. Best Western Inn 3375 George Busbee Dr. Comfort Inn 2489 George Busbee Pkwy. Days Inn 760 Cobb Place Blvd.
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Fairfield Inn 3425 George Busbee Dr. Holiday Inn Express 2485 George Busbee Pkwy. Kennesaw Business Inn 750 Cobb Place Blvd. La Qu inta Inn 2625 George Busbee Pkwy. Red Roof Inn 520 Roberts Ct. Residence Inn by Marriott, Town Center 3443 Busbee Dr. SprlngHIII Suites by Marriott 3399 Town Point Dr. Suburban Extended Stay Hotel, Town Center 2900 George Busbee Pkwy. Sun Suites, Town Center 3174 Barrett Lakes Blvd. Travelodge 1460 George Busbee Pkwy. TownePlace Suites by Marriott 1074 Cobb Place Blvd. Wingate Inn 560 Greers Chapel Dr. Best Western 571 Buford Dr. Comfort Suites 2225 Riverside Pkwy. Country Inn & Suites 989 Duluth Hwy. (SR 120) Days Inn 731 Duluth Hwy. Extended StayAmerlca, Lawrenceville 474 W. Pike St. Hampton Inn 1135 Lakes Pkwy. Hampton Inn Sugarloaf 6010 Sugarloaf Pkwy. Holiday Inn Express & Suites 520 John B. Wilson Ct. Mlcrotel Inn & Suites 215 Collins Industrial Way Suburban Extended Stay, Mall of Georgia 652 Buford Dr. lntown Suites 4142 Stone Mountain Hwy. lntown Suites, Stone Mountain 4350 US Hwy. 78 Comfort Inn 850 Crestmark Dr. Country Inn & Suites 960 West Pointe Ct.
770 - 427-9700 770-427-5210 770-419-1530 770-426-0045 770-429-0323 770-218-1018 770-218-5550 678-581-1778
770-424-5410 770-590-0519 770-794 -8282 770-514-7344
678-377-0003 770-339-1991 770-995-7782 770-962-5660 770-338-9600 678-407-0018 770-277-8009 770-237-5992 770-682-2197 770-736-7001 770-972-6042 770-941-5384 678-945-0945
Courtyard by Marriott, Six Flags 950 Bob Arnold Blvd. 678-945-4444
Falrflelll Inn by Marriott, Six Flags 976 West Pointe Ct. 770-739-2800
SprlngHIII Suites 960 Bob Arnold Blvd.
770-819-9906
Suburban Lodge, Six Flags-Thornton Rd. 1270 Waterway Cir. 770-739-5990
Suite One 637 W. Market Cir.
770-948-8331
AmerlSultes, Stonecrest Mall 7900 Mall Ring Rd .
770-484-4384
Econo Lodge 6707 Millwood Ln.
770-484-6664
HIiton Garden Inn Atlanta East/Stonecrest 7890 Mall Ring Rd.
678-526-1000
Mlcrotel Inn & Suites 2980 Evans Mill Rd.
678-287-4400
Motel 6 2859 Panola Rd.
770-981-6411
Red Roof Inn 5400 Fairington Rd.
770-322-1400
Super 8, Lithonia S354 Snapfinger Park Dr.
770-987-5128
Econo Lodge 4829 Bill Gardner Pkwy.
770-957-2601
Executive Inn 4854 Bill Gardner Pkwy.
770-957-2671
Ramada Limited 197 Stanley K. Tanger Blvd.
770-898-1216
Red Roof Inn & Suites 4832 Bill Gardner Pkwy.
678-583-0004
Scottish Inn 4679 Bill Gardner Pkwy.
770-957-9001
800-733-0298 bestwestern.com 800-321-2211 courtyard.com/ ATLAN
800-331-3131 residenceinn.com/atlra 800-552-4667 bestvalueinnatlanta.com
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800-228-5150 867-367-2766 8 0 0 -251-1962 800-528-1234 800-221-2222 800-DAYSINN
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800-531-5900 lq.com 800-REDROOF redroof.com 800-331-3131 marriott.com/ residenceinn 888-287-9400 marriott.com 800-951-7829 suburbanhotels.com
sunsuites.com
800-257-3000 marriott.com/ towneplace/ atltk 800-228-1000 wingateinnkennesaw.com 800-937-8376 bestwestern.com
comfortsuites.com 800-456-4000 countryinns.com 800-325-2525 daysinn.com 800-949-8740 extstay.com BOO-HAMPTON hamptoninn.com BOO-HAMPTON hamptoninn.com BOO-HOLIDAY hiexpress.com 888-771 -7171 microtelinn.com 800-951-7829 suburbanlodge.com
intownsuites.com intownsuites.com comfortinnlithiasprings.com 800-456-4000 countryinns.com/ lithiaspringsga 800-321-2211 courtyard.com 800-288-2800 fairfieldinn.com 888-287-9400 springhillsuites.com 800-951-7829 suburbanlodge.com suiteonehotels .com 800-833-1516 amerisuites.com 800-424-6423 econolodge.com hiltongardeninn.com
888-771-7171 microtelinn.com 800-4-MOTEL6 motel6.com
800-800-8000 supers.com 800-424-6423
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800-800-8000 supers.com 800-2RAMADA brightinn.com
800-533-9338 intownsuites.com
800-333-3333 radisson.com 800-528-1234 bestwestern.com
800-4CHOICE choicehotels.com 800-321-2211 courtyard.com 877-EXTENDED crestwoodsuites.com 877-EXTENDED crestwoodsuites.com
770-988-0833 the.daysinn.com/ marietta15411 800-329-7466 daysinn.com 800-DAYSINN the.daysinn .com 800-DRURYINN druryhotels.com
800-55-ECONO econolodge.com BOO-HAMPTON hamptoninn.com 800-233-1234 hyatt.com BOO-NU-ROOMS lq.com 888-685-2500 mariettaresort.com
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800-4-CHOICE sleepinn.com staystudio6 .com the.ramada.com
800-800-8000 supers.com
800-237-8466 800-528-1234
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800-228-5150 comfortinn.com
800-456-4000 countryinns.com 800-DAYSINN daysinnmcdonough.com
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800-424-6423 choicehotels.com 888-277-5253 bestwestern.com/ southlakeinn 800-456-4000 countryinns.com 800-DAYSINN daysinn.com 800-DRURYINN druryhotels.com BOO-HAMPTON hamptoninn.com 800-228-5151 qualityinn.com 800-733-7663 redroof.com 800-4CHOICE sleepinn.com 866-SUNSUITES sunsuites.com 877-455-1244 bestwestern.com 800-228-5150 comfortinn.com
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GEORGIA.OR G / 1-800-VIS IT GA
Atlanta Metro Lodging
Pricing : 1=$0-50 2 =$51=80 3 = $81-120 4 =$121+
Newnan
Hampton Inn 50 Hampton Way
770-253-9922 BOO-HAMPTON hampton.com
Holiday Inn Express 6 Herring Rd.
770-251-2828 BOO-HOLIDAY ichotelsgroup.com
Howard Johnson 1310 US Hwy. 29 S.
770-683-1499
Jameson Inn 40 Lakeside Way
770-252-1236 BOO-JAMESON jamesoninns.com
La Quinta Inn 600 Bullsboro Dr.
770-502-8430 800-LAQUINTA laquinta.com
Motel 6 40 Pkwy. N.
770-251-4580 800-4-MOTEL6 motel6.com
Oaks Inn 1057 US Hwy. 29 S.
770-251-3443
Rodeway Inn 1344 US Hwy. 29 S.
770-253-8550 800-4-CHOICE
SprlngHIII Suites by Marriott 1119 Bulsboro Dr.
770-254-8900 888-287-9400 marriott.com
Stay Lodge 90 Millard Farmer Industrial Blvd.
770-254-0295 770-252-9368
Super 8 1455 US Hwy. 29 S.
770-683-0089 800-800-8000 supers.com
Norcross
Allround Lodge 3175 Medlock Bridge Rd.
770-729-0767
Amberley Suites Hotel 5885 Oakbrook Pkwy.
770-263-0515 800-365-0659
AmerlSultes, Peachtree Corners 5600 Peachtree Pkwy. 770-416-7655 800-833-1516 amerisuites.com
Atlanta Marriott, Norcross 475 Technology Pkwy.
770-263-8558 800-228-9290 marriott.com
Baymon! Inn 5375 Peachtree Industrial Blvd .
770-449-5144
Best Western Diplomat Inn 6187 Dawson Blvd.
770-448-8686 BOO-WESTERN bestwestern.com
Best Western, Peachtree Corners 7035 Jimmy Carter Blvd. 770-409-0004 800-528-1234 bestwestern.com
Comfort Inn & Suites 5985 Oakbrook Pkwy.
770-662-8175 800-4-CHOICE choicehotels.com
Comfort Inn & Suites 5200 Peachtree Industrial Blvd.
770-263-8883 800-228-5150 comfortinn.com
Country Hearth Inn & Suites 5970 Jimmy Carter Blvd. 770-449-5051 800-456-4000 countryinns.com/ norcrossga
Courtyard by Marriott 6235 McDonough Dr.
770-242-7172 800-321-2211 marriott.com/ atljc
Courtyard by Marriott, Peachtree Corners 3209 Holcomb Bridge Rd.
770-446-3777 800-321-2211 courtyard.com/atipt
Days Inn & Suites 5385 Peachtree Industrial Blvd.
770-416-9021 800-329-7666 daysinn.com
Days Inn Atlanta NE, Jimmy Carter Blvd. 5990 Western Hills Dr.
770-368-0218 877-468-0218 the.daysinn.com
Drury Inn & Suites, Atlanta NE 5655 Jimmy Carter Blvd. 770-729-0060 800-378-7946 druryhotels.com
GuestHouse Inn 2050 Willow Trail Pkwy.
770-564-0492 800-21-GUEST guesthouseintl.com
Hampton Inn, Peachtree Corners 440 Technology Pkwy. 770-729-0015 BOO-HAMPTON hamptoninn.com
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Holiday Inn, Peachtree Corners
770-448-4400 BOO-HOLIDAY hisatlanta.com
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770-729-8100 800-EXTSTAY extendedstayhotel.com
Homestead Studio Suites Hotel Atlanta/ Norcross
770-449-9966 800-782-9473 homesteadhotels.com
7049 Jimmy Carter Blvd.
Homewood Suites by HIiton 450 Technology Pkwy.
770-448-4663 800-CALL-HOME homewoodsuites.com
lntown Suites 1990 Willowtrail Pkwy.
770-806-6501
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lntown Suites 6067 Buford Hwy.
770-840-7778
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La Quinta, Northeast Atlanta 5945 Oakbrook Pkwy.
770-368-9400 800-531-5900 lq.com
Microtel Inn & Suites 2150 N. Norcross Tucker Rd.
678-291-9888 800-771-7171 microtelinn.com
Motel 6 6015 Oakbrook Pkwy.
770-446-2311 800-466-8356 motel6.com
Norcross Extended Stay 2250 Pelican Rd.
770-417-1088
Ramada Limited 6045 Oakbrook Pkwy.
770-449-7322 800-2RAMADA the.ramada.com
Red Roof, Atlanta Indian Trail 5171 Brook Hollow Pkwy. 770-448-8944 800-REDROOF redroof.com
Red Roof Inn & Suites 5395 Peachtree Industrial Blvd. 770-446-2882 800-REDROOF redroof.com
Residellce Inn, Peachtree Corners 5500 Triangle Dr.
770-447-1714 800-331-3131 residenceinn.com
Studio Plus, Peachtree Corners 7065 Jimmy Carter Blvd. 770-582-9984 800-646-8000 studioplus.com
Super 8 6650 Bay Circle Dr.
770-441-1999 800-800-8000 supers.com
Super 8, Northeast 5150 Willow Oak Tri.
770-931-5353 800-800-8000 supers.com
TownePlace Suites by Marriott 6640 Bay Circle Dr.
770-447-8446 800-228-9290 marriott.com/ towneplace
W ingate Inn, Peachtree Corners 5800 Peachtree Industrial Blvd.
770-263-2020 800-228-1000 the.wingateinns.com
Peachtree City Best Western Inn & Suites 976 Crosstown Dr.
770-632-9700 800-528-1234 bestwestern.com
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770-631-1111 800-DAYSINN the.daysinn.com 770-486-8800 BOO-HAMPTON hamptoninn.com
Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites 203 Newgate Rd.
770-487-4646 BOO-HOLIDAY holiday-inn.com
Sleep Inn 109 City Cir.
770-486-0044
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Wyndham Peachtree Conference Center 2443 GA Hwy. 54 W.
770-487-2000 BOO-WYNDHAM wyndham.com
Riverdale
Hometown Inn 6231 GA Hwy. 85
770-997-0100 800-236-5651
Red Carpet Inn 7618 GA Hwy. 85
770-478-3600 800-251-1962
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Best We stern, Roswell Suites 907 Holcomb Bridge Rd. 770-552-5599 800-784-8321 bestwestern.com
Comfort Suites 3000 Mansell Rd.
770-645-6060 800-4CHOICE choicehotels.com
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770-552-0006 800-456-4000 countryinns.com 770-992-7200 800-321-2211 courtyard.com/ atlrw
Days Inn 9995 Old Dogwood Rd.
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770-992-9600 800-222-TREE doubletree.com
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770-410-9094 770-552-0200
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Ramada Limited Suites 3020 Mansell Rd.
678-461-7300 800-272-6232 ramada.com
Studio 6 9955 Old Dogwood Rd.
770-992-9449 888-897-0202 staystudio6.com
Sandy Springs lntown Suites 355 Hammond Dr.
404-531-0067 800-533-9338 intownsui tes.com
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AmerlHost Inn 5130 5. Cobb Dr.
404-794-1600 800-434-5800 amerihostinn.com
Atlanta Galleria Inn & Suites 2221 Corporate Plaza
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678-309-1200 800-424-6423 choicehotels.com
Holiday Inn Express, Galleria 2855 Spring Hill Pkwy.
770-435-4990 800-967-4990 holidayinngalleria.com
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Hyatt Place 2876 Spring Hill Pkwy.
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404-799-7000 888-771-7171 microtelinn.com
Red Roof Inn 2200 Corporate Plaza Dr.
770-952-6966 800-REDROOF redroof.com
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Sun Suites - Smyrna 3000 Highlands Pkwy.
770-433-1 200 866-SUNSUITE sunsuites.com
Snellville
Crestwood Suites 1784 Presidential Cir.
770-982-5250 877-983-3633 crestwoodsuites.com
Super 8 2971 W. Main St.
770-736-4723 800-800-8000 supers.com
Stockbridge Americas Best Value Inn 110 GA Hwy. 138 W.
770-389-5179
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Amerl Host Inn, Eagle's Landing 100 N. Park Ct.
770-507-6500 800-434-5800 amerihostinn.com
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Best Western 619 GA Hwy. 138
770-474-8771 800-528-1234 bestwestern.com
Comfort Inn 7325 Davidson Pkwy. N.
770-507-7911 800-228-5150 comfortinn.com
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Days Inn & Suites 7385 Hannover Pkwy. N.
770-507-4440 800-DAYSINN jayanihotel.com
Hampton Inn 7342 Hannover Pkwy. N.
770-389-0065 BOO-HAMPTON hamptoninn.com
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Holiday Inn Express 7395 Davidson Cir. E.
770-474-0555 BOO-HOLIDAY ichotelsgroup.com
La Quinta 3581 Cameron Pkwy.
770-506-9991 800-531-5900 lq.com
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Mlcrotel Inn & Suites 195 Country Club Dr.
678-782-6100 888-771-7171 microtelinn.com
Motel 6 7233 Davidson Pkwy.
770-389-1142 800-466-8356 motel6.com
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Quality Inn & Suites-Stockbridge 7325 Davidson Pkwy. N. 770-507-7911 800-228-5150
Red Roof Inn & Suites 637 GA Hwy. 138 W.
678-782-4100 800-REDROOF redroof.com
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Stockbridge Inn 7265 Davidson Pkwy. N.
770-474-1700
Suburban Extended Stay 7465 Davidson Pkwy. S.
770-507-4700 800-951-7829 suburban lodge.com
Super 8 1451 Hudson Bridge Rd.
770-474-5758 800-800-8000 supers.com
Stone Mountain Aloha Motor Inn 4974 Memorial Dr.
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770-465-1022 800-937-8376 bestwestern.com
Comfort Inn 5355 Stone Mountain Hwy.
770-465-1888 800-424-6423 comfortinn.com
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Country Inns & Suites 1852 Rockbridge Rd.
770-465-6515 800-456-4000 countryinns.com
Days Inn 2006 Glenn Club Dr.
770-879-0800 800-329-7466 daysinn.com
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Hampton Inn 1737 Mountain Industrial Blvd.
770-934-0004 BOO-HAMPTON hamptoninn.com
Holiday Inn Express 1790 E. Park Place Blvd.
770-465-8847 800-465-4329 ichotelsgroup.com
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Marrj)tt's Evergreen Conference Resort 4021 Lakeview Dr. 770-879-9900 800-317-2006 evergreenresort.com
Marri ott's Stone Mountain Park Inn 1058 Robert E. Lee Dr. 770-469-3311 800-317-2006 marriott.com
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770-469-8461
Savannah Suites 4893 Memorial Dr.
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Stone Mountain Inn Hwy. 78 E.
678-553-1200 866-367-2786 savannahsuites.com 770-498-5690 800-317-2006 stonemountainpark.com
Suburban Extendastay 5075 Memorial Dr.
404-292-5075 800-951-7829 suburbanlodge.com
Suwanee
Admiral Benbow Inn 29SS Lawrenceville-Suwanee Rd. 770-945-4921
Best Western Gwinnett Inn 77 Gwinco Blvd.
770-271-5559
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770-945-1608 800-228-5150 comfortinn.com
Comfort Suites, Suwanee 2945-A GA Hwy. 317
678-714-7707 800-517-4000 comfortinn.com
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770-831-7473 800-321-2211 marriott.com/ atlsu
Fairfield Inn by Marri ott 105 Gwinco Blvd .
770-932-9292 800-228-2800 marriott.com/ fairfield inn
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770-945-8372 800-466-8356 motel6.com
Ramada Limited 317 Sawmill Dr.
770-614-6222 800-2RAMADA ramada.com
Sun Suites 95 Gwinco Blvd.
770-614-0890 866-SUNSUITES sunsuites.com
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Country Inn & Suites 2081 Northlake Pkwy.
770-270-9009 800-456-4000 countryinns.com
Courtyard by Marriott, Atl anta Northlake 4083 LaVista Rd. 770-938-1200 800-321-2211 courtyard.com
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404-872-9000 800-446-5416
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404-233-8520 800-331-8520
Gaslight Inn Bed & Breakfast 1001 St. Charles Ave.
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404-688-7330 800-728-3879
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404-377-3217 404-377-0756
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404-872-9290 404-872-5379
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404-881-0722
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404-222-0226
Virginia-Highland Bed & Breakfast 630 Orme Cir.
404-892-2735 877-870-4485
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Garden House Bed & Breakfast 135 Garden Ln.
4 0 4 -377 -3057
Gulf America Inn 3700 Flat Shoals Rd.
404-212-0338
Sycamore House In Old Decatur 624 Sycamore St.
404-378-0685
Marietta
Sixty Polk Street Bed & Breakfast 60 Polk St.
770-419-1688 800-845-7266
Stanley House 236 Church St.
770-426-1881
Whitlock Inn 57 Whitlock Ave.
770 - 428-1495
Newnan
Oak Grove Plantation & Gardens 4537 N. US Hwy. 29
770-463-3010
Palmetto
Rusch Home B&B 520 Main St.
404-669-9010 404-669-9770
Serenbe 10950 Hutcheson Ferry Rd.
770-463-2610
Senoia
Culpepper House 35 Broad St.
770-599-8182
The Veranda 252 Seavy St.
770-599-3905
Stone Mountain Sliver HIii Manor 1037 Main St.
770-879-6800 888-381-5808
VIiiage Inn Bed & Breakfast 992 Ridge Ave.
770-469-3459 800-214-8385
Villa Rica
Twin Oiks Bed & Breakfast Cottages 9565 E. Liberty Rd. 770-459-4374
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Acworth
Lakemont Campground 5134 N. Shores Rd.
Austell
Atlanta West RV Park 2420 Old Alabama Rd.
Buford
Shoal Creek Campground 6300 Shadburn Ferry Rd.
Marietta
Brookwood RV Resort Park 1031 Wylie Rd.
McDonough Atlanta South RV Resort 281 Mt. Olive Rd.
Stone Mountain Stone Mountain Family Campground US Hwy. 78
Stone Mountain Park Campground US Hwy. 78
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Darien marina at sunset
J<::?eorgia's miles ofshoreline and swampland sport unusual wildlife, fragile ecosystems,
& luxury resorts, bustling historic ports and towns, and an immensely rich history.
From tree-lined colonial boulevards to extant African settlements in the hammocks ofbarrier islands, the Coast is a place ofnatural and cultural wonders.
Fun Under the Sun
A temperate year-round climate allows for plenty of time outdoors. Drive the Colonial Coast Birding Trail through salt marshes, tidal rivers and wetlands for glimpses of more than 300 bird species. The Liberty Trail highlights Southern culture, history and ecology in places like LeConteWoodmanston Botanical Gardens and the Melon Bluff
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Nature and Heritage Preserve. Play a round at renowned golf courses such as the Savannah Harbor Golf Resort and Spa or Trident Lakes Golf Club in Kings Bay; jog through Savannah's historic Forsyth Park; or enjoy the surf.
Georgia's Barrier Beauties
A dozen barrier islands, many of which remain pristine and undeveloped, line Georgia's coast and possess a fresh spirit marked by undulating dunes, salt marsh meadows and maritime forests of live oak, pine and magnolia. Visit Cumberland Island's ruins of Dungeness and watch wild horses sprint across the beach. Spot bottlenose dolphins around St. Marys, Tybee Island and Darien. or go scuba diving in Gray's Reef Nationa l Marine Sanctuary. Explore the
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Sea turtle release, Jekyll Island
intricate coastal waterways in kayaks, canoes and excursion cruises, or take a deep-sea fishing charter out on the ocean.
Brunswick and the Golden Isles
Between Savannah and St. Marys is the coastal town of Brunswick and the enchanting Golden Isles: Little St. Simons
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Island, Sea Island, St. Simons Island and Jekyll Island. Stroll through Brunswick's residential Old Town Historic District and enjoy antique shops, restaurants, art galleries and a waterfront park downtown. Indulge in a stay at the exclusive Jekyll Island Club Hotel; the legendary Cloister on Sea Island; your own private getaway at the Lodge on Little St. Simons Island; or the newly restored King and Prince Beach and Golf Resort on St. Simons Island. Visit the future home of Jekyll Island's Sea Turtle Center and discover the wonders of these endangered creatures on a guided Turtle Walk.
Swamp Fever
The Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge, established in 1936 to preserve the 438,000-acre swamp and its unique ecosystems, is accessed by three main entrances: the Okefenokee Swamp Park on the north side in Waycross, the Stephen C. Foster State Park in Fargo on the west and the Gateway to the Okefenokee Swamp in Folkston on the east. Each has different interpretive facilities, guided and unguided tours, boardwalks, observation towers, boat rentals and lodging. Celebrate "the land of trembling earth" at Waycross' Swampfest and Folkston 's Okefenokee Fest, or enjoy the Okefenokee Trail by car.
The Reign of the Train
Train enthusiasts must visit the Folkston Funnel, where more than 60 trains pass daily along this main route to Florida . Train watchers can get comfortable on Folkston's covered platform complete with lights, fans and scanner, or across the double tracks on the grounds of the restored depot. See the Amtrak Auto Train, Tropicana Juice Train and several lntermodal trains. The action continues at Savannah's Roundhouse Railroad Museum, the oldest and largest exi sting 19th-century railroad complex in America. Across the street is the historic Central of Georgia passenger depot, now the Savannah Visitors Center, and two other beautifully restored railroad administration buildings now owned by the Savannah College of Art and Design (SCAD).
St. Simons Island lighthouse
Cast Some Light
Georgia's coast features five historic lighthouses. Those on Tybee Island, Sapelo Island and St. Simons Island are open to the public and can be climbed . The Tybee Island and St. Simons Island lighthouses are accompanied by restored outbuildings and Keeper's Quarters. The lighthouse on Cockspur Island is accessible only by boat. The Little Cumberland Island lighthouse is privately owned and therefore not open to the visiting public.
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SHORT TRIPS
An Artful Affair
The highly acclaimed Savannah College of Art and Design (SCAD) has called Savannah home since 1978, and now visitors can purchase one-of-akind souvenirs at Shop SCAD on Bull Street, a gallery showcasing student artwork. Jepson Center for the Arts, a new addition to the historic Telfair Museum, is home to a significant collection of African-American and Southern art, plus photography and sculpture exhibits. The meticulously restored Lucas Theatre combines art and music, hosting the Savannah Film Festival as well as operatic and orchestral performances. Share a picnic under the stars and listen to locally and regionally known bands during the summer Jazz in the Park series on the lawn of the St. Simons Island Lighthouse. The Woodbine Opry is known for its open-mike jam sessions by some of the South's best bluegrass, gospel and country musicians. Music fans also flock to the Twin Oaks and Jekyll Island bluegrass festivals.
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Coastal Defense
Seven historic forts tell the history of Georgia's coastal defense system. The remains of Fort Frederica, built by James Oglethorpe, can be toured on St. Simons Island. Fort King George in Darien was the southernmost outpost of the British Empire until 1736. See surviving Revolutionary War earthworks at Fort Morris. Old Fort Jackson and Fort Pulaski were primarily Civil War garrisons, and Fort McAllister boasts the most well preserved Confederate earthworks. Tybee Island's Fort Screven, active until 1947, was a key part of Georgia's coastal defense through the Spanish-American War and both world wars.
education about coastal Georgia's
natural assets and high light some of
the area's maritime and military history.
Get a taste of what it's like to sit at the
helm of a nuclear submarine at the St.
Marys Submarine Museum, or explore
the intricate models of seagoing vessels
from sail steamers to warships, tugs
and supertankers at Savannah's Ships
of the Sea Maritime Museum. Created in
honor of the great World War II air
armada, the awe-inspiring Mighty
Eighth Air Force Museum in Pooler
Fort Morris, Sunbury
allows visitors to see original aircraft, experience the challenges of a B-17
gunner and take a mission flight over enemy territory in a
state-of-the-art immersion theater.
Cultural History
The Georgia coast is rich w ith centuries of African-American history. Explore African-American heritage at the Ralph Mark Gilbert Civil Rights Museum and the First African Baptist Church in Savannah, or stop by Seabrook Village in Midway, a living history museum chronicling post-Civil War life in a town of freed slaves. West in Riceboro is the Geechee Kunda Cultural Arts Center, dedicated to the exploration and preservation of the living Gullah Geechee heritage. Travelers can visit Hofwyl-Broadfield Plantation in Brunswick, Sapelo Island's Reynolds Plantation and communities such as Hog Hammock, where direct descendants of African slaves carry on cultural traditions.
Savannah, Est. 1733
In 1733, James Oglethorpe began development of Savannah, the country's first planned city. Twenty-one of the original 24 city squares exist today, each a unique embodiment of the historic town 's pervading mystique and romance. Stroll down cobble-stoned, oak-lined streets of graceful mansions to Forsyth Park. Shop and sightsee in Riverfront Plaza and City Market or step into a gallery or museum. Visit the birthplace of the founder of the Gi rl Scouts, Juliette Gordon Low; explore Bonaventure Cemetery; or try one of the city's evening ghost tours. Enjoy spirits of another kind during the city's famous St. Patrick's Day celebration, when everything from the grits to the Savannah River is dyed green.
Feasts, Fare and Fairs
There's no better way to experience local cuisine than at a food festival. Get your fill at the Savannah Seafood Festival, the Rock Shrimp F1estival in St. Marys, Woodbine 's Crawfish Festival, Richmond Hill's Great Ogeechee Seafood Festival, the Brunswick Stewbilee and Kingsland 's Catfish Festival. There are also plenty of restaurants serving up regional favorites year round . Try a bowl of original Brunswick stew at the Brunswick Station Cafe or a fresh crab cake at the Sunbury Crab Company, in the town of the same name. Sample the catch of the day at Archie's Restaurant in Darien or Lang 's Marina Restaurant in St. Marys, or visit the famed Paula Deen 's The Lady and Sons in Savannah.
Nautical Knowledge and More
Seven galleries in the new Maritime Center at the Historic Coast Guard Station on St. Simons Island offer hands-on
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Attractions
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BLACKBEARDISLAND
Blackbeard Island National Wildlife Refuge Half of the island is designated as a national wilderness area, with trails, beaches, birding and fishing . Daily sunrise- sunset. Free. Blackbeard Island, 31305 912-652-4415, blackbeardisland.fws .gov
BLACKSHEAR
1894 Hanging Jail Constructed around 1880, it is one of the only two hanging jails in the state of Georgia. 200 S. Central Ave., Blackshear, 31516 912-449-7044
Blackshear Civil War Prison Camp Visit this historic site of a Civil War prison. Hwy. 203 N., Blackshear, 31516 912-449-7044, pierceco.org
Pierce County Heritage Museum and Depot This restored 1902 train depot now houses a Civil War museum, with county history and a genealogical library. Mon.-Fri. 8 a.m.3 p.m. Free. 200 5. Central Ave., Blackshear, 31516
912-449-7044, piercechamber.com I [;l WC 6-
BRUNSWICK
Earth Day Nature Trail The trail features a wading-bird habitat , an osprey and eagle nesting platform, wildlife observation decks and an observation tower. Daily sunrise-sunset. Free. One Conservation Way, Ste. 300, Brunswick, 31520
912-264-7218 I [;l WC <>
Emerald Princess Casino/Cruise Ship Enjoy a buffet, dancing, live entertainment and gambling. Call for hours and fees. One Gisco Point Dr., Brunswick, 31521 912-265 -3558, 800-842-0115, emeraldprincesscasino.com I [;l WC 6- fl T
Hofwyl-Broadfield Plantation Historic Site Enjoy views of salt marsh, magnolias and Spanish moss-draped oak trees. Tour the 18S0s antebellum home and museum. Tue.Sat. 9 a.m.-S p.m., Sun. 2-S:30 p.m. $2.S0-$S. Between Brunswick and Darien on US Hwy. 17
912-264-7333, gastateparks.org I [;l WC <>
Lanier Oak Tree Georgia poet Sidney Lanier stood under this tree in the 1870s and was inspired to write "The Marshes of Glynn," so me of his finest poetry. US 17, Brunswick, 31520 912-449-4411, bgicvb.com
TRAVEL SERVICES
Find out about various ty pes of guided tours and their operators.
Southeast Adventure Outfitters Kayak tours around St. Simons, Jekyll, Cumberland, Sapelo, Sea and Blackbeard islands, as well as inland marsh and river tours . Call for hours and fees. 1200 Glynn Ave. (US Hwy. 17 S.), Brunswick, 31520 912-265-5292, southeastadventure.com CilWC M I
DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES
Darien Altamaha Waterfowl Management Area Learn about the importance of managed wetlands and hunting in the conservation of wildlife through the Ansley-Hodges M.A.R.S.H. Project. Daily. Free. US Hwy. 17, Darien, 31305 912-262-3173 I Cil
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Regional Visitor Information Center Program-certified welcome centers
Sterling Equestrian Center Call for hours and fees. 6924 New Jesup Hwy., Brunswick, 31523 912-265-7799
Travelog Tours Inc. Inbound, upcoast and land tours. Vacation planning is available. Call for hours and fees. 3610 Darien Hwy. N., Brunswick, 31525
912-265-1173, travelogtours.com I [;l WC
CUMBERLAND ISLAND
Dungeness Ruins Stately homes from the 1700s were named for the castle of the Duke of Cumberland, King George ll 's son. One is from the 1790s and was rebuilt by Carnegie in 1884. Free. Cumberland Island, 31558 912-882-4335, 888-817-3421, nps.gov
First African Baptist Church It served as a community hall, school and church for the island's early AfricanAmericans. It was the site of the wedding of John F. Kennedy Jr. Call for tours . Free. Cumberland Island, 31558 912-882-4335, 888-817-3421, nps.gov
Plum Orchard Mansion The mansion, built by the Carnegie family, dates ba ck to 1898. Call for hours and tour reservations. Free. Cumberland Island, 31558 912-882-4335 , 888-817-3421 , nps.gov I 6-
DARIEN
Fort King George Historic Site In the 1700s, it was the southern outpost of the Briti sh Empire in North America. There is a blockhouse, barracks, sawmill ru ins and a museum. Call for hours. $2.50-$S. 3 miles east of 1-95, Exit 49 912-437-4770, gastateparks.org I [;;l WC 6,.
Grant House This 1840 frame dwelling was the only residence to survive the destruction of the town in 1863 by Union troops. GA Hwy. 99 and Rittenhouse, Darien, 31305 912-437-6684, mcintoshcounty.com
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VISITOR RESOURCES
Look here for information on convention and visitors bureaus, chambers ofcommerce, state visitors centers and regional welcome centers.
Blackshear
Pierce County Chamber of Commerce Mon.-Fri. 8 a.m .-3 p.m. 200 Central Ave., Blackshear, 31516
912-449-7044, piercechamber.com I l;J WC 6'
Brunswick
Brunswick and the Golden Isles Convention and Visitors Bureau and Chamber of Commerce Mon.-Fri. 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m. 4 Glynn Ave., Brunswick, 31520
800-933-2627, bgicvb.com I C;J WC 6'
t;\ Brunswick 1-95 Visitors Center
\ V Dally 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
200 1-95, Brunswick, 31525
800-933-2627, bgicvb.com I C;J WC 6'
I'":\ Brunswick US Hwy. 17 \V Visitors Center
Daily 9 a.m.-5 p.m . 2000 Glynn Ave., Brunswick, 31520
800-933-2627, bgicvb.com I C;J WC 6'
Darien
f:\ McIntosh County Chamber of \V Commerce/Welcome Center
Mon.-Sat. 9 a.m.-5 p.m . 105 Fort King George Dr., Darien, 31305 912-437-6684, mcintoshcounty.com C;JWC o-
Folkston
Okefenokee Chamber of Commerce and Welcome Center Mon.-Fri. 8 :30 a.m.-5 p.m. 202 W. Main St., Folkston, 31537
912-496-2536, folkston.com I [;J WC 6'
Hinesville
Liberty County Chamber and Development Authority and Welcome Center Mon.-Fri. 9 a.m.-5 p.m . 500 E. Oglethorpe Hwy., Hinesville, 31313 912-368-4445, 888-384-9814,
libertycounty.org I [;J WC
Homerville
Clinch County Chamber of Commerce Mon.-Fri. 10 a.m.-2 p.m.
23 W. Plant Ave., Homerville, 31634
912-487-2360, gachamber.com I C;J WC 6'
Jekyll Island
Jekyll Island Convention and Visitors Bureau Mon.-Fri. 9 a.m .-5 p.m.
One Beachview Dr., Jekyll Island, 31527 912-635-4155, 877-4 -JEKYLL,
jekyllisland.com I C;J WC 6' Y
f:\ Jekyll Island Welcome Center \ V Daily 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
One Down ing Musgrove Cswy., Jekyll Island, 31527 912-635-3636, 877-4-JEKYLL,
jekyllisland.com I C;J WC 6'
Kingsland
City of Kingsland Welcome Center and Convention and Visitors Bureau Mon.-Fri. 8 a.m.-5 p.m.
107 5. Lee St., Kingsland, 31548 912-729-5999, 800-433-0225,
visitkingsland.com I C;J WC 6'
,;::-- Georgia Visitor Information '91' Center-Kingsland Daily 8:30 a.m.-5 :30 p.m., restrooms 24 hours.
2424 Haddock Rd., Exi t 1 off 1-95, Kingsland, 31548
912-729-3253, georgia.org I C;J WC 6'
Pooler
Pooler Area Chamber of Commerce & Welcome Center Mon.-Fri. 8 a.m .-4 p.m. 308 US Hwy. 80 E., Pooler, 31322 912-748-9121, pooler-ga.com I C;J WC 6'
Port Wentworth
Port Wentworth Chamber of Commerce Mon.-Fri. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. 204-A S. Coastal Hwy., Port Wentworth, 31407 912-965-1999, portwentworthga.com C;JWC 6'
Richmond Hill
Richmond Hill Convention and Visitors Bureau Mon.-Fri. 8 :30 a.m.-5 p.m. 85 Richard R. Davis Dr., Richmond Hill, 31324 912-756-2676, 800-807-4848,
richmondh illcvb.org I l;J WC 6'
Richmond Hill Local Welcome Center Mon.-Sat. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. GA Hwy. 144 and Timber Trail Rd., Richmond Hill, 31324
912-756-3697, richmondhillcvb.org I C;J WC 6'
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TRAVEL SERVICES
Altamaha Coastal Tours Guided canoe and sea kayak tours offered, as well as camping and day trips. Day boat trip $50, overnight $150. 229 Fort King George Dr., Darien, 31305
912-437-6010, altamaha .com
Harris Neck Cultural and Eco Tours Heritage tours that focus on the history of the African-American community of Harris Neck, now the Harris Neck National Wildlife Refuge. Call for hours and fees.
P.O. Box 2355, Darien, 31305
912-437-7821 , mcintoshseed.org I C;J WC 6'
Nature and Historic Tours Nature tours of the Altamaha River, surrounding marshes and isolated islands.
301 Franklin St., Da rien, 31305
912-437-6985, opengatesbnb.com I C;J WC VI Y
ELLABELLE
TRAVEL SERVICES
Feather Air Hot-Air Balloons Fly away on a 45-minute to one-hour flight. Call for fees and reservations. 4326 W ilma Edwards Rd ., Ellabelle, 31308
912-858-2529, 888-277-5819, feather-air.com C;JWC TI
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Ogeechee Outpost Canoe and kayak rental and instruction, lodging and guided camping trips offered. Call for hours and fees. 182 Rose Dr., Ellabelle, 31308 912-748-6716, ogeecheeoutpost.com l;JWC 6'
FARGO
Okefenokee State Park The west entrance to the swamp offers camping, cottages, boat rental and trails. The Suwannee River unit has an interpret ive center and boat ramp. Daily 7 a.m.7 p.m. $3 parking. Entrances off US hwys. 177 and 441, Fargo
912-637-5274, 800-864-7275,
gastateparks.org I C;J WC 6'
Stephen C. Foster State Park Named after songwriter Stephen Foster, this remote park is a primary entrance to the famed Okefenokee Wildlife Refuge Area . Call for hours and fees. $3 parking.
17515 Hwy. 177, Fargo, 31631 912-637-5274, 800-864-7275, gastatepa rks .org
FOLKSTON
Okefenokee Education and Research Center Discovery Hall showcases the Okefenokee region 's natural, cultural and historical heritage through interactive exhibits. Call for hours and fees.
500 Kingsland Dr., Folkston, 31537
912-496 -7166 I C;J WC 6'
Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge This 680-square-mile wetland wilderness provides a critical habitat for abundant wildlife and migratory birds. Call for hours and fees.
Rt. 2, Box 3330, Folkston, 31537
912-496-7836, okefenokee.fws.gov I l;J WC 6'
Okefenokee Sporting Clays This attraction offers skeet, trap and clay shotgun shooting, as well as a quail preserve. Sat.-Sun. 12 p.m.-dusk or by reservation . Call for fees.
Rt. 2, Box 3778, Folkston, 31537
912-496-2417 I C;J WC
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St. Marys Cumberland Island National Seashore Visitor's Center Mon. -Fri. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. 113 St. Marys St., St. Marys, 31558 912-882-4336, stmaryswelcome.com
(:\ St. Marys Convention &
\V Visitors Bureau
Mon. -Sat. 9 a.m.-5 p.m ., Sun . 1 p.m.-5 p.m. 406 Osborne St., St. Marys, 31558 912-882-4000, 800-868-8687,
stmaryswelcome.com I C;l WC
St. Simons Island St. Simons Island Visitors Center Da ily 9 a.m.-5 p.m. 530-B Beachview Dr., St. Simons Island, 31522
800-933-2627 I C;J WC b
Sapelo Island Sapelo Island Visitors Center Tue.-Sun. Call for hours. Rt. 1, Darien, 31305
912-437-3224, sapelonerr.org I [;l WC b
Folkston Railroad Depot and Train Museum Enjoy old train memorabilia such as logbooks, lights and t rain maps in t his restored depot. Mon.- Fri. 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m. Free. Folkston Railroad Depot, 202 W. Main St., Folkston, 31537
912-496-2536, folkston .com I [;l WC b
TRAVEL SERVICES
Okefenokee Adventures This pa rtner of the Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge offers tours and multi-day excursions. Canoes, kayaks and bicycles are for re nt. Ca ll for hours and fees . Okefenokee Pkwy., off GA Hwy. 121, Folkston, 31537 912-496-7156, 866-THESWAMP,
okefenokeeadventures.com I [;;l WC b I
Okefenokee Pastimes Tours Motor and paddleboat tours. Call for reserva t ions and fees. GA Hwy. 121 S., Folkston, 31537 912-496-4472, okefenokee.com I [;l WC
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Fort Stewart Military Museum The museum chronicles the story of Fort Stewart from its origins in 1940 to the present. Tue.-Sat. 10 a.m.-4 p.m . Free. 2022 Fort Stewart Dr., Hinesville, 31314 912-767-7885 , stewart.army.mil I [;l WC b
Old Liberty County Jail Built in 1882, former home of the HinesvilleLi berty County Chamber of Commerce. 302 S. Main St., Hinesville, 31313 912-368-3580, libertycounty.org
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Savannah
,;;:-- Georgia Visitor Information '91' Center-Savannah Dai ly 8:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m., restroo m s 24 hours. Off 1-95, Savannah, 31418 912-963-2546, georgia.org I [;l WC b
Savannah Area Convention and Visitors Bureau Mon.-Fri. 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m. 101 E. Bay St., Savannah, 31401 912-644-6400, 877-SAVANNAH,
savannahvisit.com I [;l WC b
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\ V Daily. Call for hours.
301 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., Savannah, 31401
912-944-0455, savannahvisit .com I [;l WC b
Springfield
Effingham County Chamber of Commerce Mon.- Fri. 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m. 520 W. Th ird St., Springfi eld, 31 329 912-754-3301, 866 -754-3301,
effinghamcounty.com I [;l WC b
Tybee Island
Tybee Visitor Information Center Mon.- Fri. 9 a.m.-5:30 p. m. 802 First St., US Hwy. 80, Tybee Island, 31328 912-786-5444, 800-868-2322,
tybeevisit.com I [;l WC b
Waycross
Waycross Tourism Bureau/ Visitors Center Mon.-Fri. 9 a.m .-5 p.m. 315-A Plant Ave., Waycross, 31501 912-283-3744, swampgeorg ia.com
JEKYLL ISLAND
Faith Chapel This 1904 wooden chapel was built for guests of the famed Jekyll Island Club. It houses a rare stained-glass window signed by Louis Comfort Tiffany. Daily 2-4 p.m. Free. 181 Old Plantation Rd ., Jekyll Island, 31527 912-6354036, jekyllisland.com I [;l WC b
Horton House Ruins/ Horton's Brewery Site This house, dating from 1742, is one of the oldest standing structures in the state and includes the rui ns of Georgia's first brewery. Da ily. Free. N. Riverview Dr., Jekyll Island, 31527 912-635-3636, 877-4-JEKYLL,
jekyllisland.com I [;l WC b
Jekyll Island History Center and National Historic Landmark District Exhibits detail the island 's history from native inhabitants to t he present. Guided tours available. Da ily 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Free. Tours also available. of the National Historic La nd mark District. 100 Stable Dr., Jekyll Island, 31527 912-635-4036, 877-4-JEKYLL,
jekyllisland.com I [;l WC b
Summer Waves Water Park This park includes rides, a wave pool, kids' pool, vo ll eyball and a lazy river. Call for hours and fees. 210 S. Riverview Dr., Jekyll Island, 31527 912-635-2074, 877-4-JEKYLL,
summerwaves.com I [;l WC b VI Y
Tidelands Nature Center Enjoy hands-on marine science, live-animal displays, kayak tours and a nature walk. Call for hours and fees. 100 S. Riverview Dr., Jekyll Island, 31527
912-635- 5032, t idelands4h.org I C;J WC b
TRAVEL SERVICES
Sea Turtle Walks at the Georgia Sea Turtle Center Follow the flippers! Guides conduct walks in search of turtle tracks and nesting mothers. Call for hours and fees. Jekyll Island, 31527 912-635-3636, 912-635-4036, jekyllisland.com/ activiti es/seatu rtles.asp C;JWC
Victoria's Carriages and Beach Trail Rides Narrated carriage tours, trail rides, hayrides and wedding carriages, as well as sunset tours and romantic couple rides. Call for hours and fees. 100 Stable Rd ., Jekyll Island, 31527 912-635-9500 I C;J WC b
LITTLE ST. SIMONS ISLAND
Little St. Simons Island This privately owned island has seven miles of undeveloped beach. Day trips leave from Hampton Mari na. Ca ll for a day trip or overnight reservations and fees . 912-638-7472, 888-733-5774, littlestsimonsisland.com I [;l WC b o/I Y
MIDWAY
Cay Creek Wetland Interpretive Center Take the boardwalk and see marsh wetlands, native plants and wildlife. Mon.-Fri 8 a.m.4 p.m . Free. 189 Charlie Butler Rd ., Midway, 31320
91 2-884-334 4 , libertytra il.com I [;l WC b
Dorchester Academy and Museum Experience an African-American historic site that was founded as a school after the Civi l War for freed slaves. 8787 Ogl et horpe Hwy., Midway, 31320 912-884-2347, dorchesteracademy.com
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defines life and living at umberland Harbour on Georgia glorious scacmm-acccss is available to the lncracoastal waterway and Atlantic Ocean. Th.is serene and private coastal community is admired for its snmning beauty. sought afi:er for its gracious homes and grnn<l homcsires, and prized for its premier amenities.
To learn more about Cumberland Harbour, including Preserve hornesitcs fi-0111 the 150' . Marshview homcsircs from che 300' . and rnagnifi(.i enc Waterfront horncsitcs from the 800's, call (888) 231- 5263 . Or visit www. cumberlandharbour.com.
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Brunswick Brunswick Landing Marina Call for hours and fees.
2429 Newcastle St., Brunswick, 31S20
912-262-9264 I C;J WC
Brunswick Marina Ca ll for hours and fees.
1200 Glynn Ave., US Hwy. 17, Brunswick, 31S27
912-265-2290 I C;J WC
Captain Mike Evans Charters
728 Pine Haven Cir., Brunswick, 31520 912-264-3807
Credle's Complete Marine Pu blic marina; ice, bait, tackle available.
1455 Hwy. 17 S., Brunswick, 31520 912-261-1935, partsboats.com
Hobo Charter Fishing Specializing in inshore and near-shore expeditio ns. Call for hours and fees.
211 Choctaw Rd ., Brunswick, 31525 912-264-5735, fishing-georgia.com
Troupe Creek Marina Daily 7 a.m.-6 p.m. Call for fees.
375 Yacht Rd., Brunswick, 31520
912-264-3862 I C;J WC
Two-Way Marina Si g htseeing tours on deck boats. Call for hours and fees . 250 Ricefield Way, US Hwy. 17,
Brunswick, 31525
912-265-0410 I C;J WC
David Edwards Charters
912-437-6908
Darien Captain Phillip's Charters and Tours
1310 Wayne St., Darien, 31305 912-437-5708
Fort Morris Historic Site This Revolutionary War fort was captured by the British in 1779 and used again by Americans during the War of 1812. Call for hours. $2.50-$5.
2559 Fort Morris Rd ., Midway, 21320
912-884-5999, gast~teparks.org I C;J WC 6'
LeConte-Woodmanston National Historic Place Formerly the home of Dr. Louis Leconte, this was one of Georgia's earliest rice plantations. Today LeConte's world-famous gardens are open. Call for hours and fees.
Sandy Run Rd ., Midway, 31320 912-884-6500, libertytrail.com
Melon Bluff Nature and Heritage Center Hiking, biking, kayak expeditions and birding are available, as well as a bed and breakfast. Call for reservations, hours and fees .
2999 Islands Hwy., Midway, 31320 912-884-5779, 888-246-8188,
melonbluff.com I C;J 6'
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MARINAS
Jekyll Island
Jekyll Harbor Marina Daily. One Harbor Rd ., Jekyll Island, 31527
912-635-3137, jekyllharbor.com I C;J WC 6'
Coastal Expeditions Charter Fishing and Dolphin Tours
912-265-0392, coastalcharterfishing.com
Offshore Charters
912-265-7529, 912-270-7474, offshore-charters .com
Weadore Sailing
912-223-4419, weadoresailing .com
Jekyll Wharf Marina Daily 10 a.m.-sunset. Call for fees.
One Pier Rd ., Jekyll Island, 31527 912-635-2074, saintsimonstransit.com WC VI
Richmond Hill Fort McAllister Marina Ca ll for hours.
3203 Fort McAllister Rd ., Richmond Hill, 31324
912-727-2632 I C;J WC M l Y
St. Marys
Lang's Marina Lang's Marina East and West. Offers charter se rvice to Cumberland Isla nd. Thay also offer other ferry and charter services. Call for hours and fees.
100 St. Marys St., St. Marys, 31558
912-882-4452 I C;J WC 6'
Fish Masters Charter, Inc.
141 Mallard Pointe Dr., Woodbine (from Lang's Marina), 31569 912-258-6844
St. Simons Island Cap'n Hook Fishing Charters 285 Dover Dr., Waverly, 31565 912-466-0505
Captain D. Blackshear Fishing St. Simons Island, 31522 912-638-2512, 912-222-4800
Capt. Larry Kennedy Sr. Tours and Kennedy Charters 3405 Frederica Rd., St. Simons Island, 31522 912-638-5493, 912-634-6987, stsimonsoutfitters.com
C-Hawk Charters 101 Broadway, St. Simons Island, 31S22 912-222-2081
Golden Isles Marina Full-service marina and restaurant. Daily 7 a.m.-7 p.m. 206 Marina Dr., St. Simons Island, 31522 912-634-1128, gimarina.com I C;J WC 6'i'l Y
Captain C. Charters 912-638-7646
Captain Mark Noble Charters
912-634-1219, georgiafishing.net
Charter Fish Inc.
201 Military Rd., St. Simons Island, (from Golden Isles Marina), 31S22 912-638-7468
Coastal Islands Fishing
912-638-0241, charterfish.net
Happy Hooker Charters
912-26S-3298, 912-270-7997, goldenislescharterfishing.com
Hildreth Charters
912-261-1763, 866-GA-FISH9, georgiacharterfishing.com
Red Hot Charter Fishing
912-270-7300, redhotcharterfishing.com
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Midway Museum Browse through furnishings used in coastal homes during the colonial days. Call for hours and fees.
US Hwy. 17, Midway, 31320
912-884-5837 I C;J WC
Seabrook Village and Living History Tour Tour the Gibbons Hou se, Seabrook School and more and step back in time with costumed guides. Tue.-Sat. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Adults $7, children $5 and seniors $5.50. 660 Trade Hill Rd ., Midway, 31320 912-884-7008, 800-933-2627, seabrookvillage.org I C;J WC 6'
POOLER
Mighty Eighth Air Force Museum Exhibits from WWII through today. Visitors can go on a simulated B-17 bombing mission. Daily 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Adults $10, children $6 and seniors $9. 175 Bourne Ave., Poo ler, 31322
912-748-8888, m ightyeighth.org I C;J WC 6'fl Y
Oglethorpe Speedway Park This NASCAR-sanctioned park entertains thousands every weekend. Call for schedule and fees.
200 Jesup Rd ., Poo ler, 31322 912-964-8200, 912- 964-7223,
ospracing.net I C;J WC 6'i'l Y
TRAVEL SERVICES
Ogeechee River Canoe and Kayak Rentals Shuttle service and training for guided and unguided canoe or kayak trips. Call for hours and fees. 318 Dublin Rd ., Pooler, 31322
912-964-0202, ogeecheecanoe.net I C;J WC 6'
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Minutes from Savannah, Richmond Hill is a charming coastal community built by Henry Ford. Richmond HIii is a grand southern
town rich In history. Tour rice plantations, the civil war era Fort McAllister and JF Gregory Parle and Veterans' Monument. Richmond Hill has preserved her natural resources for the enjoyment of generations to come. lhe Ogeechee River, thriving marshland and vast birding trails are the perfect way to experience coastal Georgia. Rich In wildlife and wetlands, history and hospitality,
Richmond Hill Is embracing history while preparing for the future.
www.RichmondHillCVB.org 1.800.807.4848 Richmond Hill is located on Georgia's Coast, at Exits 87 and 90 off 195. I
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Sea Georgia Adventures 912-638-9430
St. Simons Transit Company 912-638-5678, saintsimonstransit.com ~WC e-
Hampton River Club Marina Full-service marina, including fishing charters. Call for hours and fees. 1000 Hampton River Club Dr., St. Simons Island, 31522
912-638-1210 I ~ WC
Island Dive Center and Tours Dive classes, equipment rentals and tours. Call for hours and fees. 101 Marina Dr., St. Simons Island, 31522 912-638-6590, 800-940-3483,
islanddivecenter.com I ~ WC
St. Simons Boating and Fishing Club Inshore, offshore and deep-sea charters. Ca ll for hours. 1000 Arthur Moore Dr., St. Simons Island, 31522 912-638-9146
Coastal Island Charter Fishing Association 912-638-0241, 912-506-0706, 888-288-5030, charterfish .net
Savannah
Bull River Marina Bull River Marina features a Ship Store, boat rentals, Eco Tours, dolphin cruises, fishing charters and luxury overnight dinner yacht charters. 8005 Old Tybee Rd., Savannah, 31410 912-897-7300, bullrivermarina.com
MARINAS
Bull River Cruises 912-897-0668, bullriver.com
Low Country River Excursions 912-897-7300, lowcountrycruise.com
Hogan's Marina Full-service marina. Call for hours and fees. 36 Wilmington Island Rd., Savannah, 31410
912-897-3474, hogansmarina.com I ~ WC
Hyatt Dock Four Lyman Hall Ct., Savannah, 31401 912-897-4990
Dolphin Magic Tours, Inc. 912-897-4990, 800-721-1240
Isle of Hope Marina Newly renovated full-service marina, including boat rentals. Daily 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Call for fees. 50 Bluff Dr., Savannah, 31406
912-354-8187, isleofhopemarina.com I ~ WC
Miss Judy Charters 124 Palmetto Dr., Savannah, 31410 912-897-2478, 912-897-4921, missjudycharters.com
Savannah Light Tackle Fishing Company Deep sea. inshore fishing, fly fishing, sightseeing, dolphin tours. 1908 E. DeRenne Ave., Savannah, 31414 912-238-5582
Thunderbolt Marina 3124 River Dr., Savannah, 31404
Capt. Walt's Charters
912-507-3811, waltsadventure.com/ charters
Thunderbolt
Bahia Bleu Marina 2812 River Dr., Thunderbolt, 31404 912-354-2283, bahiableumarina.com
Coastal River Charters 912-441-9930, coastalrivercharters.com
Reel 'Er In Charters 912-351-9558, fishingsavannah.com
Tybee Island
Lazaretto Creek Marina Full -service marina. Daily 9 a.m.-7:30 p.m. One Old US Hwy. 80, Tybee Island, 31328 912-786-5848, 800-242-0166, tybeedolphins.com I ~ WC 6' VI T
Amick's Deep Sea Fishing 912-897-6759, amicksdeepseafishing.com
Captain Mike's Dolphin Tours 912-786-5848, 800-242-0166, tybeedolphins.com I ~ WC 6' T
Tybee Island Charters 912-898-1805, fishtybee.com
Marshland Adventures
Crab Shack at Chimney Creek, Tybee Island, 31328 912-786-5943, 912-308-7878 marshlandadventures.com
Palmetto Coast Charters, Inc. Sasser's Marina, Tybee Island, 31328 912-233-9743, 912-233-0102, palmettocoast.com
Sundial Charters
142 Pelican Drive, Tybee Island, 31328 912-655-2787, 912-786-9470, 866-786-3283, sundialcharters.net
RICEBORO
Geechee Kunda Cultural Arts Center & Museum
Geechee Kunda is a living museum filled with African art, textiles, paintings, tools and craftwork used by the Gullah Geechees from the 1700s to the 1900s. 622 Ways Temple Rd ., Riceboro, 31323 912-884-4440, geecheekunda.com
RICHMOND HILL
Fort McAllister Historic Park Home of the end of General Sherman's infamous March to the Sea, this park offers camping, boating, a saltwater fishing pier, hiking and a museum. Da ily 7 a.m.-10 p.m. $3 parking. 3894 Fort McAllister Historic Rd ., Richmond Hill, 31324 912-727-2339, 800-864-7275, gastateparks.org I ~ WC 6'
Ossabaw Island Accessible only by boat, this is Georgia's third-largest barrier island, offering hiking, guided camping trips, scheduled group hunts and public beaches. 22814 GA Hwy. 144, Richmond Hill, 31324 912-262-3173, georgiawildlife.com
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Richmond Hill Historical Society and Museum See a collection of memorabilia on Henry Ford's development of Richmond Hill. Mon.-Sat. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Free (donations accepted). GA Hwy. 144 and Timber Trail Rd ., Richmond Hill, 31324 912-756-3697, 800-807-4848, richmondhillcvb.org I ~ WC
RINCON
Salzburger Museum and Church The Georgia Salzburger Society's museum is on the site of the original Ebenezer Orphanage, the first in Georgia. Wed., Sat., Sun. 3-5 p.m. Free. 2980 Ebenezer Rd., Rincon, 31326
912-826-562 I ~ WC 6'
ST. MARYS
Crooked River State Park This park offers cottages, camping, fishing, a boat ramp and mini-golf. The Cumberland Island ferry and a kayaking outfitter are nearby. Daily 7 a.m.-10 p.m. $3 parking. 6222 Charlie Smith Sr. Hwy., St. Marys, 31558 912-882-5256, 800-864-7275,
gastateparks.org I ~ WC 6'
Cumberland Island National Seashore Museum This museum houses artifacts from Native Americans, African-Americans and the Carnegie family. Daily 1-4 p.m. Osborne St., St. Marys, 31558 912-882-4336, 888-817-3421, stmaryswelcome.com I ~ WC 6'
George Bancroft SSBN-643 Sail Exhibit The sail of this decommissioned submarine is on display outside the security gate. Daily. Free. Kings Bay Naval Submarine Base Franklin Gate Spur 40, St. Marys, 31558 912-882-2782, stmaryssubmuseum.com
McIntosh Sugar Mill Ruins Visit this old mill believed to have been built in the late 1820s. Daily sunrise-sunset. Spur 40 (Charlie Smith Sr. Hwy.), St. Marys, 31558 912-882-4000, 800-868-8687, stmaryswelcome.com I ~ WC 6'
Orange Hall House Museum Tour this three-story Greek Revival-style house built in the early 1800s, filled with artifacts from the area. Mon.-Sat. 9 a.m .4 p.m ., Sun. 1-4 p.m. Adults $3, children $1. 311 Osborne St., St. Marys, 31558 912-576-3644, 800-868-8687,
stmaryswelcome.com I ~ WC
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For a FREE Visitors Guide, contact the Kingsland Convention & Visitors Bureau Toll Free: (800) 433-0225 www.VisitKingsland.com
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St. Marys Aquatic Center Rela x on a tube in the river, sw im or ride the twister sl ide. Call for hours and fees. 301 Herb Bauer Dr., St. Marys, 31SS8 912-673-8118, ci.st-marys.ga.us/aquatic.htm l:;lWC flY
St. Marys Submarine Museum This museum features the most modern submarine periscope on public d isplay in the country. Tue.-Sat. 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Sun. 1-5 p.m . Adults $3, children $1. 102 St. Marys St., St. Marys, 31558- 4945 912-882-2782, stmaryssubmuseum.com [;l WC 6'
TRAVEL SERVICES
Up the Creek Xpeditions and Outfitters Guided kayak trips, rentals and instructions for Georgia's scenic waterways, including Cumberland Island and Okefenokee trips. Call for hours and fees. 111 Osborne St., St . Marys, 31558 912-882-0911, 877-UPTHECREEK,
upthecreektrips.com I [;l WC
ST. SIMONS ISLAND
Arthur J. Moore Methodist Museum, Library and Archive Find letters of John Wesley and Francis Asbury, as well as Wesley's rare-book collection . Tue.-Sat. 9 a.m.-4 p.m . Groups by reservation. Free (donations accepted). 100 Arthur J . Moore Dr., St. Simons Island, 31522 912-638-4050, epworthbythesea .org l:;lWC M IY
Bloody Marsh Battle Site National Park Service On July 7, 1742, an outnumbered force of British troops ambushed and defeated Spanish troops, halting an attack aimed at Fort Frederica . Daily 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m. Demere Rd., St. Simons Island, 31522 912-638-3639, 800-933-2627, nps.gov/fofr
Christ Church, Frederica In 1736 John and Charles Wesley held services under the oak trees at the location of the present church. Daily. Docent available. 2- 5 p.m. 6329 Frederica Rd., St. Simons Island, 31522 912-638-8683, christchurchfrederica .org [;l 6'
Driftwood's Coastal Encounters This refurbished hands-on education center offers ecology walks as well as plankton labs. Call for hours and fees . 4201 First St., St. Simons Island, 31522
912-638-3849, driftwoodee.org I [;l WC 6'
Fort Frederica National Monument This fort was built by General Oglethorpe in 1736, three years after the fou ndi ng of Savannah. Daily 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m . $2 per person or $4 per vehicle for a 7-day pass. Frederica Rd ., St. Simons Island, 31522 912-638-3639, nps.gov/fofr I [;l WC 6'
Gascoigne Bluff Two slave cabins are located at the former Hamilton Plantation and listed on the Natio nal Register o f Hi storic Places. Wed . 10 a.m.-12 p.m. 912-265-0620, 800-933-2627, bgicvb.com [;l WC 6'
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Did You Know...
The Gullah/Geechee people that live on some of Georgia' sea islands are descendents of slaves that were brought from West Africa to cultivate rice plantations. Basket-weaving of sweetgras and palmetto leaves was once a process in rice cultivation, but i now a source of profit and a celebrated tradition for the Geechee people.
Mildred Huie Museum at Mediterranean House Built in 1929, the museum showcases the work of the legendary Impressionist painter Mildred Ni x Huie. Fri.-Sun. 2-5 p.m. Free. 1819 Frederica Rd ., St. Simons Island, 31522 912-638-3017, 800-336-9469,
landmarkscenes.com I I] WC
St. Simons Island Lighthouse Museum This restored lighthouse remains a navigational aid for St. Simons Sound. Mon.Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m ., Sun. 1:30-5 p.m. Adult $5, children $2.S0. 101 12th St., St. Simons Island, 31522 912-638-4666, saintsimonslighthouse.org I] WC 6'
TRAVEL SERVICES
Air Tours Over Coastal Islands Air tours of the Georgia coast. Call for hours and fees. 1200 Glynn Ave., St. Simons Island, 31522 912-222-2448, stsimonsisland.com I I] WC
Barry's Beach Service Guided kayak and nature tours. Sailboat, kayak , boat, cha ir, umbrella and bike rentals. Call for hours and fees. 420 Arnold Rd., St. Simons Island, 31522 912-638-8053, 800-669-5215, kayakstsimons .com
Bedford Sportsman Fly-fishing guides and gear, camping gear and kayak tours and rentals. Mon.-Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. 3405 Frederica Rd., St. Simons Island, 31522 912-638-5454, stsimorisoutfitters.com
Benjy's Bike Shop Bicycle rentals and repairs. Call for hours and fees. 130 Retreat Plaza, St. Simons Island, 31522
912-638-6766 I I] WC
Golden Isles Water Sports Jet ski rental , scuba-diving instruction, equipment and trip planning. Call for hours and fees. 104 Marina Dr., Golden Isles Marina, St . Simons Island , 31522 912-638-7245 I I] WC
Marsh Tours Birding, dolphin watching, marsh ecosystem and history tours. Call for hours and fees. 310 Magnolia Ave., St. Simons Island, 31522
912-638-9354, marshtours.com I I] WC
Monkeywrench Bicycles Rentals for the whole family. Custom tours, group packages available. Sales, repair, accessories. Call for hours. 1700 Frederica Rd., Ste. 106, St. Simons Island, 31522 912-634-5506
St. Simons Ghost Tour Venture into the history of the island and its local ghosts and spirits. Call for hours. Adults $12, children $6. 669 N. Golf Villas, St. Simons Island, 31522, 912-638-2756, ghosttoursofstsimons.com I] WC 6'
St. Simons Trolley Historic island tours in antique trolleys. Call for reservations and fees. Village Pier, St. Simons Island, 31522 912-638-8954, stsimonstours.com
Southeast Adventure Outfitters Kayak tours. Call for hours and fees. 313 Mallory St., St. Simons Island, 31522 912-638-6732, southeastadventure.com l]WC M I
W.I.N . Walks In Nature Walking tour for wildlife viewing in the Brunswick Golden Isles area. Reservations required. 96 Village Green, Mallery St., St . Simons Island, 31522 912-638-7652
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Sapelo Island National Estuarine Research Reserve Guided tours include a working lighthouse, African-American Hog Hammock community and UGA Marine Institute (reservations req 'd). Call for hours. Ferry and visitor center: US Hwy. 99, Meridian 912-48S-2251, 800-864-7275,
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Spirit of Sapelo Bus and wagon tours of the island. Call for reservations. $10 per person, $8 for campers. Sapelo Island, 31327 912-485-2206, georgiacoast.com
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Andrew Low House Girl Scouts founder Juliette Gordon Low lived in this well-known house, which opened as a museum in 1952. Call for tours, hours and fees. 329 Abercorn St., Savannah, 31401
912-233-6854, andrewlowhouse.com I [;J
Bamboo Farm and Coastal Gardens See the oldest and largest collection of bamboo for public viewing in North America. Call for hours. Free (donations accepted). 2 Canebrake Rd., Savannah, 31419
912-921-5460, uga.edu I [;J WC 6'
Beach Institute/African-American Museum and Cultural Center Established in 1867, the inst itute is t he state's oldest continuously operating school for African-Americans. Sat. 12-5 p.m. $4. S02 E. Harris St., Savannah, 31401
912-234-8000, kingtisdell.org I [;J WC 6'
Bonaventure Cemetery This is the final resting place for several of Savannah's most famous residents. Self-guided tours available. Daily 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Free. 330 Bonaventure Rd ., Savannah, 31404
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Cathedral of St. John the Baptist Dedicated in 1876, this is the oldest Roman Catholic ch urch in Georgia. Ca ll for hours and tours. Free (donations accepted). 222 E. Harris St., Savannah, 31401
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Chatham County Garden Center and Botanical Gardens See the beautiful gardens and an 1840s farmhouse located on 10 acres in south Savannah. Daily 9:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Adults $3, children $1. 1388 Eisenhower Dr., Savannah, 31406
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Christ Church Known as Georgia's Mother Church, John Wesley preached here and established the first Sunday school in 1736. Call for hours. Free. 28 Bull St., Savannah, 31401 912-232-4131 , christchurchsavannah.org WC 6'
Colonial Park Cemetery This burial ground is believed to be the gravesite of Button Gwinnett, one of the three Georgia sig ner's of the Declaration of Independence. Daily 8 a.m.-5 p.m. 201 E. Oglethorpe Ave., Savannah, 31401
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Diamond Casino/Cruise Ship A Vegas in Savannah, t his casi no offers games such as Blackjack, Texas Hold 'em, 3-card poker, let it ride, roulette, craps and slot machines. Call for sched ule and fees. 8010 Tybee Rd., Savannah, 31410 912-897-3005, 877-7-LUCKY7, diamondcasinosavannah.com
First African Baptist Church Founded in 1773, this church is believed to be the oldest continuously active AfricanAmerican congregation in North America. Ca ll for hours. Free. 23 Montgomery St., Savannah, 31401 912-233-6597, oldestblackchurch.org
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Flannery O'Connor Childhood Home Built in 1856, the home is furnished as it was in the 1920s and '30s when O'Connor lived there as a child. Sat.-Sun. 1-4 p.m. Free. 207 E. Charlton St., Savannah, 31401 912-233-6014 I WC
Fort Pulaski National Monument This Civil War fort was built to guard the sea approach to Savannah. Daily 8:30 a.m.5:15 p.m. US Hwy. 80 E., Savannah, 31410
912-786-5787, nps.gov/ fopu I [;J WC 6'
Georgia Historical Society The 1875 Hodgson Hall is the headquarters of the Georgia Historical Society, the oldest such society in the Southeast, est. 1839. Tue.-Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Free. 501 Whitaker St ., Savannah, 31401 912-651-2125, georgiahistory.com
Girl Scouts First Headquarters Visit this museum of early Girl Scouting. Call for hours, tours, programs and fees. 330 Drayton St., Savannah, 31401 912-232-8200, 888-223-3883,
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Gray's Reef National Marine Sanctuary Located about 20 miles off Sapelo Island, this reef is one of the largest near-shore live-bottom reefs in the Southeast. Mon.-Fri. 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Free. 10 Ocean Science Cir., Savannah, 31411 912-598-2345, graysreef.noaa.gov
Historic Savannah Theatre Opened in 1818, this is arguably the oldest continuously running theater in the nation. Sun.-Tue. 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Wed.-Sat. 10 a.m.8 p.m. Adults $32, teens $15, children $10. 222 Bull St., Savannah, 31401 912-233-7764, savannahtheatre.com [;J WC 6'Y
Isaiah Davenport House Museum The Federal-style home provides a glimpse into 1820s domestic life in the port city of Savannah. 324 E. State St. , Savannah, 31401 912-236-8097, davenporthousemuseum.org
Juliette Gordon Low BirthplaceNational Historic Landmark Enjoy this restored birthplace of the founder of Girl Scouts, including original Gordon fa m ily furniture. Call for hours and fees . Reservations required for groups. 10 E. Oglethorpe Ave., Savannah, 31401 912-233-4501, girlscouts.org/birthplace WC 6' Y
King-Tisdell Cottage This restored 1986 Victorian cottage is a museum highlighting the contributions of African-Americans to our nation's history. 514 E. Huntingdon St., Savannah, 31401 912-236-5161
Laurel Grove South Cemetery Dedicated in 1852 to the burial of slaves and free persons of color, this is the resting place of many of Savannah's early prominent African-Americans. Daily 8 a.m.-5 p.m . Free. 2101 Kollock St., Savannah, 31401
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Lucas Theatre for the Arts This renovated historic theater is in the heart of the downtown Historic Distr ict. Call for hours and fees. 32 Abercorn St., Savannah, 31401 912-525-5040, 912-525-5050,
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Lutheran Church of the Ascension This 260-year-old church is one of Savannah's most celebrated landmarks. Call for hours. Free. Wright Square, 120 Bull St., Savannah,
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Massie Heritage Interpretation Center Hosts an education program, including "The 19th-Century Classroom," where students live a 19th-century school day. Mon.-Fri. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. $3 per person, $5 with guide. 207 E. Gordon St., Savannah, 31401
912-201 -5070, massieschool.com I [;J WC 6'
Oatland Island Education Center Savannah's "zoo," featuring 175 acres of coastal natural habitat with a nature trail and live native animal exhibits. Mon.-Fri. 9 a.m .-4 p.m., Sat. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. $3. 711 Sandtown Rd ., Savannah, 31410
912-898-3980, oatlandisland.org I [;J WC 6'
Old Fort Jackson This fort, the offspring of a Revolutionary War battery, garrisoned troops during the War of 1812. Daily 9 a.m.-5 p.m . Adults $4.25, seniors $3.75, under 6 free. One Fort Jackson Rd ., Savannah, 31404
912-232-3945 , chsgeorgia.org I [;J WC 6' Y
Olympic Cauldron Savannah was the site of the 1996 Olympic Yachting Venue. A monument was placed at Savannah's Riverfront to commemorate the event. Riverfront Plaza, Savannah, 31401 912-233-0083, 912-233-0828 savannahvisit .com
Ralph Mark Gilbert Civil Rights Museum The museum serves to educate the public about Savannah's African-American heritage and offers a bus tour. Mon.-Sat. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Adults $4, students $2, seniors $3. 460 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., Savannah, 31401 912-231-8900,
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Riverstreet Riverboat Company Ri verboat cruises include live entertainment and dancing. Daytime sightseeing and themed dinner cruises are also available. Call for schedule and fees . 9 E. River St., Savannah, 31412 912-232-6404, 800-786-6404,
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Roundhouse Railroad Museum The oldest, largest and most expensive railroad site in the Western Hemisphere features antique machinery starting from 1833. Call for hours and fees . 601 W. Harris St., Savannah, 31401
912-651-6823, chsgeorgia .o rg I [;J WC
St. Johns Church and Parish House Visit Sherman 's headquarters after his 1864 march. Call for tours, church services and fees. Church free. One W. Macon St., Savannah, 31401 912-232-1251, stjohnssav.org I [;J WC 6'
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Savannah History Museum A video presentation and exhibits detail events from the founding of the colony to the present. Group rates available. Call for hours and fees . 303 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., Savannah , 31401 912-238-1779, chsgeorgia.org I [;;l WC b.11T
Savannah National Wildlife Refuge This 29,000-acre refuge offers hiking, picnicking and wildlife. Sunrise-sunset. Free. South on GA Hwy. 25, Savannah, 31405
912-652-4415, savannah.fws.gov I [;;l WC b.
Savannah Ogeechee Canal Museum and Nature Center The waterway moves through locks, including one at the Savannah River, to the Ogeechee River. Nature and history programs are available. Call for hours and fees. 681 Fort Argyle Rd ., Savannah, 31419
912-748-8068, socanalmuseum.com I [;;l WC b.
Savannah Sand Gnats Baseball The Sand Gnats are a Class A South Atlantic affiliate of the Washington Nationals. Office open Mon.-Fri. 9 a.m.-S p.m. Call for sched ule and fees . Historic Grayson Stadium 1401 E. Victory Dr., Savannah, 31404 912-351-9150, sandgnats.com I [;;l WC b. f l T
Ships of the Sea Maritime Museum This museum offers exhibits about maritime culture, ships and commerce. Tue.-Sat. 10 a.m.-S p.m. Adults $7, students and seniors $5, children under 6 free. 41 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd ., Savannah, 31401
912-232-1511 , shipsofthesea.org I [;;l WC
Skidaway Island State Park Find camping, birding, hiking, observation towers, a pool, an Interpretive Center, a bird-viewing station and a Giant Ground Sloth fossil replica. Daily 7 a.m.-10 p.m. $3 parking. 51 Diamond Cswy., Savannah, 31411 912-598-2300, 800-864-7275, gastateparks.org I [;;l WC b.
Telfair Museum of Art View paintings, sculpture and decorative arts on exhibit. Mon. 12-5 p.m., Tue.-Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Sun. 1-5 p.m. Adults $9, children $4, students $6, seniors $8. 121 Barnard St., Savannah, 31401 912-232-1177, telfair.org I [;;l WC b. IT
Telfair's Owens-Thomas House Find items from the Abacia Collection of African-Americans that were made and used by slaves, along with American and English antiques. Call for hours and fees. 124 Abercorn St., Savannah, 31401
912-233 -8252, telfair.org I WC
The Jepson Center for the Arts A state-of-the-art museum that features major traveling exhibitions, AfricanAmerican art, Southern art, photography, works-on-paper and outdoor sculpture. 207 W. York St., Savannah, 31401 912-232-1177, 912-790-8800, telfair.org C;;lWC b.
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UGA Marine Education Center and Aquarium UGA's saltwater aquarium features about 50 species of marine life, nature trails and a gift shop. Mon.-Fri. g a.m.-4 p.m., Sat. 12-5 p.m. Adults $2, children $1.
30 Ocean Science Cir., Savannah, 31411
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Waving Girl Statue See the statue of Florence Martus, born in 1868, who greeted nearly 50,000 vessels at the harbor while waiting for her beloved sailor to return.
Riverfront Plaza, Savannah, 31401 912-234-0295, 912-232-1511 , 877-728-2662, savannahv isit.com
Wormsloe Historic Site Ten miles from the Historic District is an avenue lined with live oaks leading to the ruins of this 1736 colonial estate with reconstructed buildings and more. Call for hours. $2.50-$4.
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All In One Destinations, Inc. Tours of Savannah, including the Savannah History Museum.
P.O. Box 10086, Savannah, 31412 888-817-3421 , 912-882-4345, southernvacation s. c o m
Carriage Tours of Savannah Meet at City Market for historical tours. Catch a ride every 30 minutes from 9 a.m.3 p.m. and 6-9 p.m. daily. Adults $20, children $10.
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Freedom Trail Tour on Savannah's African-American Heritage Full narrative tour of Savannah. Call for hours and fees.
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Geechee Heritage Cultural Tours The tours are a collaboration of scholars and Gullah-Geechee researchers that have developed historical celebrations of the Georgia sea island history and culture. 2218 Bull St., Savannah, 31401
912-631 -7761
Ghost Talk/ Ghost Walk Tours Ghost tours and a one-mile easy walking tour. Call for hours. Adults $10, children $5. 1328 Crossbrook Pl., Savannah, 31406
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Gray Line Red Trolley Tours Trolley and minibus tours. Call for hours and fees.
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Hauntings Tour Thrills, chills and history following Margaret Debolt 's book, Savannah Spectres. Departs from Chippewa Square at 7 p.m . and 9 p.m.
217 Al ice St., Savannah, 31401 912-234-3571, 800-574-9255 hauntingstour.com
Historic Savannah Carriage Tours Meet at the Hyatt Regency for one-hour historic or ghost tours. Adults $20, children $9.
100 Aberdeen St. , Savannah, 31401 912-443-9333, 888-837-1011, savannahcarr ia g e .c o m
Historic Walking Tours of Savannah You wi ll discove r the splendor of historic mansions, churches and the moss-draped oaks through the sq uares of this enchanting city.
135 Bull St., Savannah, 31401 912 - 233-0119
Hospitality Tours of Savannah Walking tours. Call for fees.
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The Lowcountry Ghost Tour Savannah Walks offers Savannah's most popular ghost tour every evening. Tours depart from Johnson Square. Call for hours. 123 E. Congress St., Savannah, 31401
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Magnolia Carriage Company Private horse-drawn carriage rides in a formal white wedding carriage through historic Savannah. Mon.-Sat. 9 a.m.-9 p.m. Call for fees. 802 Wheaton St., Savannah, 31401 912-232-7727
Oglethorpe Trolley Tours of Savannah Trolley and bus tours of beautiful historic Savannah. Take a Historic District tour, a haunted tour or a book tour. 1129 Mente Rd ., Savannah, 31414 912-233-8380, oglethorpetours.com
Old Savannah Tours Historic, ghost and group tours of cathedrals, squares and homes. Call for tours, hours and fees . 41 Wahlstrom Rd., Savannah, 31401 912-234-8128, 800- 517-9007,
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Old Town Trolley Tours of Savannah Trolley tours of the Historic District and Victorian District. Specialized tours are available. Tours depart at least every 20 minutes from 9 a.m .-4:30 p.m . Call for fees. 234 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd ., Savannah, 31401
912-233-0083, historictours.com I [;l WC
Personalized Tours of Savannah Guided tour of city, gardens, architecture, movie sites and Jewish heritage. Call for hours and fees. 521 E. York St., Savannah, 31401 912-234-0014, savannahsites.com
Pirates' Walk Bloodcurdling tales of swashbucklers, buccaneers and searovers of yesteryear. Pirates' Walk departs from the Old Harbor Light at 5 p.m. 217 Alice St., Savannah, 31401 912-234-3571, 800-574-9255, seesavannah .com
Plantation Carriage Company Narrated tour of Historic District. Departs every 20 minutes starting at 9 a.m. Adults $20, children $10. City Market at Jefferson St., Savannah, 31401 912-201 -0001, plantationcarriage.com
Risky Venture Tavern Tour A haunted walk through Savannah's history, ghosts and pubs. Two and a half hours of fun, stories and socializing. A night's good time for all over 21 years old. 310 E. Gaston St., Ste. D, Savannah, 31401 912-224-7827, risky v'enture.com
Savannah by Foot Ghost and historic tours, including haunted pub and bordello tours. Call for hours. Admission $15. 527 E. Gordon St., Savannah, 31401 912-238-3843, savannahtours.com
Savannah Haunted History Tour Candlelight walking tour conducted in period costume. Tours depart from Colonial Park Cemetery. Call for hours. Adults $10, children $5, seniors $8. 512 E. Oglethorpe Ave., Savannah, 31401 912-604-3007
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Savannah Movie Tours Take the Movie Tour and see 68 movie locations. The brave can take the Scary Movie Tour and visit the Morgue Tunnel and Colonial Park Cemetery. P.O. Box 9581 , Savannah, 31402 912-234-3440, 877-444-3456, savannahmovietours.com
Savannah Safari Walking Tours Self-guided walking tour of the Historic District. Call for hours and fees. Group tours also available. 415 Kentucky Ave., Savannah, 31404 912-234-6498, savannahsafari.com
Savannah Seen Historic Tours Private walking tours of historic downtown and group tour planning. Call for hours and fees. 426 Abercorn St ., Savannah, 31401 912-234-8204
Savannah Spirit Tours Walk with the tales of ghosts and voodoo along with the spirits of Sava nnah's pubs on the Risky Venture Tavern Tour. Call for hours. Adults $15. 312 E. Oglethorpe Ave., Savannah, 31401
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Savannah Tours, Inc. Take a mini-bus through the Historic District and Victorian district, or do an architectural tour or book tour of Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil. 6 Illinois Ave., Savannah, 31404 912-232-3905, savannahtours.net
Savannah Under the Stars Beach and Low Country Tours Tours 9 a.m.-12 :30 p.m., 1:30-5 p.m. Call for fees. 7115 Johnny Mercer Blvd., Savannah, 31401 912-898-1805, savannahgeorgia.com/
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Savannah Walks, Inc. Historical, ghost, Low Country, pub and garden tours. Tours daily at 10 a.m., 1 p.m., 7:30 p.m. and 9:30 p.m . Adults $15 or $22, children $7 or $14. 37 Abercorn St., Savannah, 31401 912-238-9255, 888-728-9255, savannahwalks.com I [;l WC
See Savannah Walking Tours Unique blend of history, adventure and storytelling in the hostess city. Tours at 10 a.m., 2 p.m., 4 p.m., 7 p.m. and 9 p.m. Adults $16, children $5. 511 E. Jones, Savannah, 31401 912-234-3571, 800-574-9255, seesavannah.com I [;l WC
Southern Belle Tours Ghost, Low Country, Civil War and blackheritage tours. Call for hours and fees. 110 Deerwood Rd., Savannah, 31410 912-898-8744 I [;l WC
Tales of the South Revisit the Old South with folklore and events created by the Hat Ladies of the South. Also available on Tybee Island. Call for fees. P.O. Box 1582, Tybee Island, 31328 912-786-5101, 912-786-5108, tourssouth.com
Tootsy Tours Tours including Girl Scouts, black heritage, natural history and Jewish history. Call for hours and fees. 140 Johnny Mercer Blvd ., Ste. 12, Savannah, 31410 912-898-3111 , 888-736-3828,
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Tour Savannah Folklore and ghost tours . Call for hours and departure locations. Adults $18, children $10. Johnston Square, at Bull and Cong ress sts., Savannah, 31401 912-236-4667, 866-264-8160, theghostsofsavannah .com
Tours By BJ Private, walking and motorcoach tours available. Historic District, Low Country, architectural, African-American, educational, ghost, book and customized tours. P.O. Box 60337, Savannah, 31420 912-233-2335, 800-962-6595, toursbybj .com
Tybee Beach, Low Country and Historical Tour Two beach and Low Country tours offered daily. Local hotel and motel pick-ups. Cl imb Tybee Lighthouse, visit Battery Garland Museum and see Bonaventure Cemetery. 522 E. 54th St., Ste. A, Savannah, 31405 912-898-1805, savannah .com
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Victorian Lady Tours Tailor-made tours with Victorian-costumed guides. Call for fee s. 321 E. 55th St., Sava nnah, 3140S 912-236-1886
Wilderness Southeast, Inc. Choose a few hours or a whole day of natural history, birding or beachcombing, and stay for a tour of the night sky. Reservations required. 9621 Wh itfield Ave., Savannah, 31406 912-897-S108, w ilderness-southeast.erg
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Fort Screven This beach fort was built about 1875 and manned during the Spanish-American War, World War I and World War II. 30 Meddin Dr., Tybee Island, 31328 912-786-5801, tybeelighthouse.org I ~ WC
Tybee Island Lightstation and Tybee Museum Georgia's oldest and tallest active lighthouse is a museum depicting the island's history until WWII. Wed .-Mon . 9 a.m.-5:30 p.m. Adu lts $6, children and seniors $5. 30 Meddin Dr., Tybee lf land, 31328 912-786-5801 , tybeelighthouse.org I ~ WC
Tybee Island Marine Science Center Enjoy aquariums, a touch tank, live animal exhibits from coastal Georgia and educational programs. Daily 9 a.m.-5 p.m . (Tue. 9 a.m12 p.m.). Adults $4, children $3. 1510 Strand, Tybee Island, 31328 912-786-S917, tybeemsc .org I WC
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Alakai Outfitters Offers guided kayaking and biking tours. Rents gear including kayaks, bikes, surfboards and body boards, and offers hourlong surfing lessons. 1213 US Hwy. 80, Tybee Island, 31328 912-786-4000, alakaioutfitters.com
North Island Surf and Kayak Kayak rentals, tours and overnight trips. Call for hours and fees . l C Old Tybee Rd. Tybee Island, 31328 912-786-4000, northislandkayak.com
Sea Kayak Georgia Kayak tours, expeditions and instruction. 1102 US Hwy. 80, Tybee Island, 31328 912-786-9949, 888-KAYAK-GA, seakayakgeo rgia .com
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Laura S. Walker State Park This park offers camping , a 120-acre lake with boat rental, fishing, waterskiing. 1.2-mile nature trail, golf course and pro-shop, swimming pool and picnic areas. $3 parking. 5653 Laura Walker Rd., Waycross, 31503 912-287-4900, 800-864-7275, gastateparks.org
Obediah's Okefenok Historic homestead of Obediah Barber, " King of the Okefenokee." Park includes more nati ve and exotic animal s than any other attraction in the area. 5115 Swamp Rd ., Waycross, 31503 912-287-0090, okefenokeeswamp.com
Okefenokee Heritage Center Established in 1975, the center displays South Georgia 's most important assets: its land and its people. Cal l for hours and fees . 1460 N. Augusta Ave., Waycross, 31503 912-285-4260, ohc.com
Okefenokee Swamp Park Located in the Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge, the Okefenokee Swamp Park is a magnificent show-window for this natural wonderland. US 1 S., Waycross, 31S01 912-496-7836 , okeswamp.com
Southern Forest World This forestry-industry museum includes tools, conservation, and Stuckie the Dog, a canine that got caught in a hollow tree and mummified. Tues .-Sat. 10 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Adults and children over 5 $2. seniors $1. 1440 N. Augusta Ave., Waycross, 31S03 912-285-4260 I ~ WC
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Woodbine Opry An open-mike jam session with some of the best musicians in the Deep South! Fridays hear acoustic bluegrass and gospel, and Saturdays listen to amplified country. Free. Old Woodbine High School, Second and Camden aves., Woodbine 912-576-3027, woodb ineopry.com
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Coast Lodging
Pricing: 1=$0-50 2 =$51=80 3 = $81-120 4 =$121+
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Oak Plaza Inn 532 Gordon St. Best Western, Brunswick Inn 5323 New Jesup Hwy. Comfort Inn 5308 New Jesup Hwy. Concorde Suites 110 Center Dr. Country Hearth Inn & Suites 3243 Glynn Ave. Country Inn and Suites 211 Gateway Center Blvd. Days Inn, Downtown 2307 Gloucester St. Days Inn, Interstate 5033 New Jesup Hwy. Econo Lodge 630 Perry Lane Rd. Embassy Suites Hotel 500 Mall Blvd.
912-449-6655 912-264-0144 912-264-6540 912-267-6442 912-264-8611 912-264-2888 912-265-8830 912-264-4330 912-264-8666 912-264-6100
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott 107 Gateway Center Cir. 912-264-2060
Guest Cottages & Suites 150 Venture Dr.
912-264-6767
GuestHouse Inn & Suites 171 Palisade Dr.
Hampton Inn 230 Warren Mason Blvd.
Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites 138 Glynco Pkwy.
Jameson Inn 661 Scranton Rd .
Knight's Inn 450 Warren Mason Blvd.
La Quinta 165 Warren Mason Blvd.
Mlcrotel Inn & Suites 146 Gateway Center Blvd.
Mlcrotel Inn & Suites, South 325 Palisade Dr.
Motel 6 403 Butler Dr.
Palms Motel 2715 Glynn Ave.
Park Inn by Carlson 5252 New Jesup Hwy.
Quality Inn, 1-95 125 Venture Dr.
Red Roof Inn & Suites 25 Tourist Dr.
Seabreeze Motel 2697 Glynn Ave.
Sleep Inn 5272 New Jesup Hwy.
St. James Suites 244 Gateway Center Blvd.
Super 8 211 Palisade Dr.
Super 8 5280 New Jesup Hwy.
Travelodge 3040 Scarlett St.
Cu mberl and Is. Greyfleld Inn Cumberland Island
Darien
Comfort Inn 703 Frontage Rd.
Fort King George Motel 1205 US Hwy. 17 S.
Hampton Inn 610 GA Hwy. 251
Quality Inn 1-95 and GA Hwy. 251, Exit 49
Super 8 1-95 and GA Hwy. 251, Exit 49
Eulonla
Eulonla Lodge US Hwy. 17
Fol kston
Relax Inn 1201 S. Second St.
Star Motel 1900 N. Second St.
Western Motel 1207 S. Second St.
Hi nesvil le
Best Western - Fort Stewart Inn & Suites 773 Frank Cochran Dr.
Budget Motel of USA 744 E. Oglethorpe Hwy.
Clei!llStay USA 786 E. Ogleth orpe Hwy.
Comfort Suites 70 Wallace Martin Dr.
Country Inn and Suites 742 General Stewart Way
Hampton Inn 1148 Oglethorpe Hwy.
Holiday Inn Express 1388 E. Oglethorpe Hwy.
Liberty Inn & Suites 213 W. General Screven Way
Quality Inn 706 E. Oglethorpe Hwy.
Ramada Limited 726 E. Oglethorpe Hwy.
Sunset Inn 738 Oglethorpe Hwy.
Homerville
Southern Pines Inn 92 Lakeview Dr.
Jekyll Island Beachview Club 721 N. Beachview Dr.
Buccaneer Beach Resort 85 S. Beachview Dr.
Days Inn Jekyll Island 60 S. Beachview Dr.
Jekyll Island Club Hotel 371 Riverview Dr.
Jekyll Oceanfront Clarion Resort 975 N. Beachview Dr.
Oceanside Inn & Suites 711 N. Beachview Dr.
Quality Inn & Suites 700 N. Beachview Dr.
VIiias by the Sea 1175 N. Beachview Dr.
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Kingsland
Best Western, 195 1353 GA Hwy. 40 E.
912-729-7666
Clean Stay USA, 195 Kingsland 1220 Boone Ave.
912-729-4363
Comfort Inn, 195 111 Edenfiel d Rd.
912-729-6979
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912-576-1616
Days Inn, 1-95 1050 E. Ki ng Ave.
912-729 - 5454
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912-673-7336
Hampton Inn, 195 1363 GA Hwy. 40 E.
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912-882-8200
Hometown Suites, 1-95 2343 Village Dr.
912-882-3004
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Jameson Inn, 195 105 May Creek Dr.
912-729-9600
Magnolia Inn, 195 Kingsland 1325 Hospitali t y Ave.
912-576-4777
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Mlcrotel Inn, 195 Kingsland 1322 E. King Ave.
912-729-1555
Ramada Inn & Suites 1215 E. King Ave.
912-729-3000
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SINp Inn 195 Klngsland 1321 Hospitality Ave.
912-673-7116
Super 8 Motel, 195 120 Edenfie ld Dr.
912-729-6888
Little St. Simons Lodge on Llttle St. Simons Island 1000 Hampton Point Dr. 912-638-7472
Midway
Midway Motel 271 N. Coastal Hwy.
91 2- 8 8 4 - 5416
Pembroke
Inns of Pembroke 160 Railroad St.
912-653-4199
Pooler
Best Western Bradbury Suites 155 Bourne Ave.
912-330-0330
Econo Lodge, Pooler 500 E. US Hwy. 80
912-748-4124
Jameson Inn 125 Bourne Ave.
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Mlcrotel Inn & Suites 125 Continental Blvd.
912-748-1112
Ramada Limited 1016 E. US Hwy. 80
912-748-5242
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Red Roof Inn & Suites 20 Mill Creek Cir.
912-748-0370
Savannah Airport Inn 301 Governor Treutlen Dr.
912-748-6464
Travelodge Suites 130 Continental Blvd.
912-748-6363
Pt. Wentworth Comfort Suites 115 Travelers Way
912-9 6 5-14 4 5
Quality Inn & Suites, Savannah North 7220 GA Hwy. 21 912-965-1313
Ramada Limited, Savannah North 110 Travelers Way
912-964-60 60
Sleep Inn-Savannah North 7206 Hwy. 21
912-966-9800
Richmond HIii Al Motel US Hwy. 17 N.
912-756-2 11 6
Days Inn 3926 US Hwy. 17
912-756-3371
Econo Lodge 4701 US Hwy. 17, Exit 87
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Holiday Inn 4300 US Hwy. 17
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Knights Inn 1-95 & US Hwy. 17. Exit 87
912-756-3376
Motel 6 4071 US Hwy. 17, 1-95, Exit 87
912-756-3543
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Royal Inn 4005 US Hwy. 17
912-756-2778
Scottish Inn 1-95, Exit 87
912-756-3861
Travelodge us Hwy. 17 & 1-95
912 -756 - 3325
Rincon
Days Inn 582 Columbia Ave.
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New Ebenezer Retreat Center 2887 Ebenezer Rd.
912- 754-9242
Sapelo Island Weekender Hog Hammock
91 2- 4 85- 2277
Savannah
Abercom Townhomes, Suites, & Condominiums 101 E. Gaston St.
864-878-1571
Americas Best Value Inn 390 Canebrake Rd.
912-927-2999
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Baymoht Inn & Suites-Savannah 357 Main St.
912-96 4 -8669
Best Western, Central 45 Eisenhower Dr.
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Best Western, Historic District 412 W. Bay St.
912-233-1011
Best Western, Savannah Gateway 1 Gateway Blvd.
912-925-2420
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Clarion Inn & Suites 1-95 and Hwy. 204 E., Exit 94
912-920-3200
Clean Stay Motel 15 Fort Argyle Rd.
912-927-8550
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ClubHouse Inn 6800 Abercorn St.
912-356-1234
Comfort Inn & Suites 6 Gateway Blvd. E.
912-925-6666
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Comfort Inn & Suites, Midtown 211 Stephenson Ave.
912 - 352 - 9 8 8 4
Comfort Suites, Historic District 630 W. Bay St.
912-629-2001
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Country Inn & Suites North 200 Raley Rd.
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Courtyard by Marriott, Midtown 6703 Abercorn St.
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Official Georgia Travel Guide 85
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Savannah
Days Inn, Oglethorpe Mall 114 Mall Blvd.
912 - 352 - 4455
Doubletree Hotel, Historic Savannah 411 W. Say St.
912-790-7000
Econo Lodge, Midtown 7500 Abercorn St.
912-352-1657
Econo Lodge 512 W. Oglethorpe Ave.
912-233-9251
Econo Lodge, Gateway Savannah 7 Gateway Blvd. W. 912-925-2280
Fairfield Inn 2 lee Blvd.
912-353-7100
Fairfield Inn, 1-95 S. 17027 Abercorn St.
912-925-5050
Fairfield Inn by Marriott, Airport 10 Stephen S. Green Dr. 912-965-9777
Four Points by Sheraton 15 Jay R. Turner Dr.
912 - 629 -1 5 0 0
Guest House 3822 Ogeechee Rd.
912-944-0920
Guest House 7312 Whit e Bluff Rd.
912 -351-9755
Hampton Inn, Midtown 201 Stephenson Ave.
912-355-4100
Hampton Inn North 7050 GA Hwy. 21
912-966 - 20 0 0
Hampton Inn, Savannah Historic District 201 E. Bay St. 912-231-9700
Hampton Inn & Suites, Savannah Historic District 201 Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd.
912 -721-1600
Hawthorn Suites Savannah Airport 4 Stephen Green Dr. 912-966-0020
HIiton Doubletree Inn 411 West Bay St.
912 -7 9 0 - 7 0 0 0
HIiton Garden Inn Savannah 80 Clyde E. Martin Dr.
912-964-5550
HIiton Garden Inn Savannah Midtown 5711 Abercorn St. 912-354-4716
HIiton, Savannah DeSoto 15 E. liberty St.
912-232-9000
Holiday Inn, Savannah Midtown 7100 Abercorn St.
912-352-7100
Holiday Inn Express 17 Gateway Blvd. E.
912-925-2700
Holiday Inn Express-Savannah North 7210 Hwy. 21
912-964-8900
Homewood Suites-HIiton 5820 White Bluff Rd.
912-353-8500
Howard Johnson Inn 17003 Abercorn St.
912 -925 -7 0 5 0
Hyatt Regency 2 W. Bay St.
912-238-1234
Inn at Ellis Square 201 W. Bay St.
912-236-4440
Landmark Inn, Hunter 165 Duncan Dr.
912- 6 92 - 0139
La Quinta Inn 8484 Abercorn St.
912-927-7660
La Quinta Inn, 195 6 Gateway Blvd. S.
912-925-9505
La Quinta Inn, Midtown 6805 Abercorn St.
912-355-3004
Uberty Inn 4005 Ogeechee Rd.
912-236-8236
Mansion on Forsyth Park 700 Drayton St.
912-238-5158
Marriott Savannah Riverfront 100 Gen. McIntosh Blvd. 912-233-7722
Marshall House 123 E. Broughton St.
912 - 6 4 4 -7896
Masters Inn, Savannah-Garden City 4200 GA Hwy. 21 N. 912-964-4344
Masters Inn Suites 7110 Hodgson Mem. Dr.
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Mlcrotel Inn & Suites 45 Fort Argyle Rd.
912-920-1920
Mulberry Inn 601 E. Bay St.
912-238-120 0
Planters Inn 29 Abercorn St.
912-232-5678
Quallrun Lodge 1130 Bob Harmon Rd.
912-964-1421
Quality Inn, Heart of Savannah 300 W. Bay St.
Quality Inn, Savannah South 3 Gateway Blvd. s.
912-236-6321 912-925-2770
Red Roof Inn & Suites, Savannah Gateway 405 ,6.1 Henderson Blvd.
912-920-3535
Relax Inn 11211 Abercorn St.
912-927-7777
Residence Inn by Marriott 5710 White Bluff Rd.
912-356-3266
River Street Inn 124 E. Bay St.
912-234-6400
Savannah Inn 100 Travelers Way
912-965 -9555
Savannah International Youth Hostel 304 E. Hall St.
912-236-7744
Savannah Suites 60 W. Montgomery Cross
912-921-1221
Springhill Suites by Marriott 11317 Abercorn St.
912 - 920-3 787
Sprlnghlll Suites Savannah Airport One J.R. Turner Dr. 912-330-5555
Suburban Extended Stay Hotel 5450 Augusta Rd.
912-965-9111
Suburban Extended Stay Hotel 10614 Abercorn St. Exit 204 912-920-7700
Suites on Lafayette-Savannah 201 E. Charlton St.
912 -233-7815
Thunderbird Inn 611 W. Oglethorpe
912 -232-2661
Towne Place Suites by Marriott 11309 Abercorn St.
912-920 -9080
Travelodge 1 Fort Argyle Rd.
912-925-2640
Westin Savannah Harbor Resort & Spa One Resort Dr. 912-201-2000
Wingate Inn 11 Gateway Blvd. E.
912-925-2525
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Coast Lodging
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912 -638 - 3611
Cumberland Island Inn &Suites 2710 Osborne Rd .
912-882 - 6250
Cumberland Kings Bay Lodges 603 Sand Bar Dr.
912-882 - 8 9 0 0
Riverview Hotel 105 Osborn e St.
912-882-3242
Beach Club Oceanfront Condominiums 1440 Ocean Blvd. 912-638-4750
Best Western Island Inn 301 Main St.
912 - 638-7805
Epworth by the Saa 100 Arthur J. Moore Dr.
912-638-8688
Hampton Inn 2204 Demere Rd.
912-634-2204
Holiday IM Express 299 Main St.
912-634-2175
King &Prince 201 Arnold Rd.
912-638-3631
North Breakers Oceanfront Condos 1470 Wood Ave.
912-638-4750
Ocean Inn & Suites 599 Beachview Dr.
912-634 -2122
Ocean Lodge 935 Beachview Dr.
912-634-1547
Quality Inn Island House 1701 Frederica Rd .
912-634-0660
Queen's Court 437 Kings Way
912-638-8459
Real Escapes Properties 406 Ocean Blvd.
912-634 -1667
ResortQuast Vacation Homes 520 Ocean Blvd.
912-638-5450
Sea Gate Inn 1016 Beachview Dr.
912-638-8661
Sea Palms Golf &Tennis Resort 5445 Frederica Rd.
912-638-3351
Shlpwatch Oceanfront Condominiums 1524 Wood Ave. 912-638-5450
St. Simons Grand Oceanfront Condos 1400 Ocean Blvd. 912-638-5450
St. Simons Inn by the Lighthouse 609 Beachview Dr.
912-638-1101
VIiiage Inn & Pub 500 Mallery St.
912-634-6056
Days Inn US Hwy. 95, Exit 58
912-832-4411
Ona 18th St. Cottage One 18th St.
912-786-0054
11th St. Beach House 2 11th St.
912-921-0832
Beachslde Colony 404 Butler Ave.
912-786-4535
DeSoto Beach Hotel 212 Butler Ave.
912-786-4 542
Dunes Inn & Suites 1409 Butler Ave.
912 -786 - 4591
Howard Johnson/Admiral's Inn 1501 Butler Ave.
912 -786 - 0 7 0 0
Marshay's Beach Condo Lighthouse Point
912-897-2885
Ocean Plaza Beach Resort 1401 Strand Ave.
912-786-7777
Rodeway Inn 905 Butler Ave.
912-786-4470
Royal Palm Motel 909 Butler Ave.
912-786-4763
Sandcastle Inn 1402 Butler Ave.
912-786-4576
Savannah Beach & Racquet Club 1217 Bay St.
912-786-6284
Seabreeze Inn 16 Tybrisia St.
912-786-8806
South Beach Oceanfront Condo Rentals 17th and Strand St.912-786-0586
Tybee Cottages 1310 Jones Ave.
912-786-6746
Tybee Island Rentals 203 1st St. US Hwy. 80 and 2nd Ave. 912-786-4034
Tybee Rentals by Owner
912-897-2885
Tybee Vacation Rentals 1207 US Hwy. 80 E.
912-786-5853
Tybrlsa at the Beach Resort 115th St.
912-447-5080
Weston Beach Place 1207 Strand
912-655-3468
Bast Wastam Bradbury Inn & Suites 2570 Memorial Dr. 912-284-0095
Comtolt Inn 1903 Memoria l Dr.
912-283-3300
Days Inn 2016 Memorial Dr.
912-285-4700
Hampton Inn 1720 Brunswick Hwy.
912-285-5515
Holiday Inn 1725 Memorial Dr.
912-283-4490
Jameson Inn 950 City Blvd.
912-283-380 0
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912-283-3580 912-285-8885
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Offi c ial Georgia Travel Gu id e 8 7
Coast Bed and Breakfasts
Pri cing : 1=$ 0-50 2= $ 51=80 3= $ 8 1-120 4= $121+
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St. Marys St. Simons Is. Tybee Island
Waycross
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Coast Cabins and Camping
Brunswick
Altamaha Regional Park 1605 Altamaha Park Rd.
Blythe Island Reglonal Park 6616 Blythe Island Hwy.
Golden Isles RV Park 7445 Blythe Island Hwy.
Cumberland Is. Cumberland Island National Seashore Cumberland Island
Sea Camp Camping Cumberland Island
Darien
Darien Inland Harbor RV Park GA Hwy. 251 E.
TIii Pines Campground GA Hwy. 251 and 1-95, Exit 49
Ellabelle
Ogeechee Outpost Camping 182 Rose Dr.
Fargo
Stephen C. Foster State Park GA Hwy. 177
Folkston
Okefenokee Pastimes Rt. 2, Box 3090
Traders HIii Campground GA Hwy. 121 5.
Garden City Almar Inn RV & Moblle Home Park 35 Main St.
Guyton
Griffin Lakes 180 Lake Shore Dr.
Hoboken
Twin Oaks Park Tw in Oaks Dr., Off Hwy. 231
Jekyll Island Jekyll Island Campground 1197 N. Riverview Dr.
Kingsland
Jekyll Realty 12 Beachview Dr.
a Country Oaks Camping RV Park 1-95, Exit 1
Jacksonvllle N. Kingsland KOA 2970 Scrubby Bluff Rd.
Midway
Fort Morris State Historic Site Primitive Camping 2559 Fort Morris Rd.
Martin's Glebe Plantation Campground 529 Glebe Rd.
Richmond HIii Fort McAllister State Historic Park 3894 Ft. McAllister Rd.
KOA Campground US Hwy. 17 S.
Waterway RV Park US Hwy. 17 at Kingferry Bridge
Rincon
Green Peace RV Park 155 Caroni Dr.
Whispering Pines RV Park 1755 Hodgeville Rd.
Sapelo Island Lulu & George Trailer Rentals P.O. Box 21
Savannah
Savannah Oaks RV Resort 805 Ft. Argyle Rd.
Skldaway Island State Park 52 Diamond Cswy.
St. George
Hidden River Resort 885 Reynolds Bridge Rd.
St. Marys
Crooked River State Park 6222 Charlie Smith Sr. Hwy.
St. Simons Is. Epworth by the Sea 100 Arthur J. Moore Dr.
Springfield
Dynasty Canine Faclllty & RV Park 3554 GA Hwy. 21 N.
Townsend
Lake Harmony RV Park 1-95, Exit 58
McIntosh Lake RV Park 1-95, Exit 57
Tybee Island 17th Street Beach House 3 17th St., Unit 3
My Beach House Rentals Beachslde 15 18th Terr.
a River's End Campground RV Resort 915 Polk St.
Sunset Isle 5 Marsh Creek Cove
Tybee Beach Vacation Rentals 802 First St.
Waycross
Laura S. Walker State Park & Golf Course 5653 Laura Walker Rd.
Waynesville Deep Bend Landing off Red Cohen Rd. on 5atilla River
Satllla River Vacationland US Hwy. 82 and 259
Woodbine
King Georga RV Resort-1-95 5200 Old Still Rd.
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Offic ial Georgia Travel Guide 89
Downtown Augusta
r ; u - :lfway between Atlanta and South Carolina in east-central Georgia, along
J l / I;terstate 20, you'llfind rolling hills sloping gently to the coastalplain. Forests
andfields, rivers and lakes-even swampland-provide the stage on which history and culture come alive. From early 20th-century hunting plantations to antebellum estates and world-class golfcourses, the Classic South exudes the grace and hospitaliry its name implies.
Walking along the Augusta Canal, Augusta
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Restored buildings in Augusta's downtown historic commercial district provide live-work loft space for artists and include boutiques, galleries and restaurants. Enjoy Augusta's First Friday event, where local artisans demonstrate their talents and showcase their work. Visit the Saturday Market on Broad Street for fresh produce and local crafts. Follow the Savannah River along the Riverwalk, which passes by attractions such as the Augusta Museum of History, the National Science Center's Fort Discovery, the Morris Museum of Art and the magnificent Georgia Golf Hall of Fame's Botanical Gardens.
Going Home
Tour meticulously restored Hickory Hill, the Thomson home of Tom Watson Brown and winner of a 2006 Georgia Historic Preservation Award from The Georgia Trust. Want a taste of the South? Pick cotton and experience antebellum farm life at Callaway Plantation, Washington 's restored working plantation. Lucy Craft Laney began several of
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Did You Know...
The 1768 Quaker corrununity of Wrightsboro near Thomson was the only Quaker town to survive for any length of time in Georgia. The town disintegrated after conflicts resulting from its nonviolent stance during the Revolutionary War, non-Quaker infiltration and an anti-slavery credo, which kept it from competing in the cotton industry.
Augusta's first schools for black children. The Lucy Craft Laney Museum of Black History is housed in the namesake's former home. While in town, tour the furnished boyhood home of President Woodrow Wilson. It was here where he spent almost 11 years of his life and witnessed the Civil War and Reconstruction . To view one of the state's oldest residences , travel to Meadow Garden, home of George Walton. the youngest signer of the Declaration of Independence.
Horsing Around
Augusta goes Western for 10 days during events accompanying the Augusta Cutting Horse Futurity and Festival, the largest cutting event east of the Mississippi. And if that's not enough, Augusta also hosts the National Barrel Horse Association World Championship. For a different type of adventure, attend the season-opening
Robert Toombs Home, Washington
Blessing of the Hounds at the Belle Meade Fox Hunt in Thomson and follow the horseback riders in tally-ho wagons. You can even get on the trails with the Gunn/ Stewart Trail Ride in Warren County, the Terry Tankersley Memorial Trail Ride at Bussey Point Recreation Area in Lincoln County or the Georgia Field Trials in Waynesboro.
Tee Off
The Mastershas brought international fame to Augusta, but the reg ion boasts scores of other challenging courses
for golfers of all skill levels. There are more than
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SHORT TRIPS
Begin yo.ur trip In Washington, a historic gem of the Mion, See history and wealth unfold In the stately antebellum, Victorian and Greek ReVival homes. Tour Callaway Plantation, a restored working plantation, or visit the Robert Toombs State
Historic Site a.net
the Washington Historical Museum. Have lunch in a unique restaurant on Weshlngton's historic downtown square, then go shopping!
After Washington, take Highway 78 East to Thomson. Tour
the 1864 Hickory Hill home and learn
more about lbm Watson Brown, founder of rural free delivery.
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Hickory HIii was one of only five properties In Georgia to be awarded with the distinguished "Excellence
In Restoration award by the Georgia
Trust for Historic Preservation in 2006. After your tour of the magnificent home, stroll through the surrounding gardens.
Next, play Augusta! Depart Thomson and go
east on Interstate
20 to reach Georgia's
second oldest and second largest city. Although Augusta is known
..._.rs- wor1dwlde as the home of the Golf Tournament, a visit to this historic and vibrant city will prove It offers more than golf. Tour the childhood home of President Woodrow Wilson or see the pre-1791
Meadow Garden Home to learn about George Walton, the youngest signer of the Declaration of Independence. Visitors can also see the 1797 Ezekiel Harris House, once home to a local
tobacco merchant. Then relax In a
replica of the Petersburg cargo boats as you cruise along the Augusta <:Mal
or walk around the city's Rlverwalk.
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Jack Nicklaus statue at Georgia Golf Hall of Fame, Augusta
24 public courses, including Goshen Plantation in Augusta, Bartram Trail in Evans, Belle Meade Country Club in Thomson and Rocky Branch in Lincoln County, to name just a few. The RitzCarlton Lodge, Reynolds Plantation, Harbor Club and Reynolds Landing, located along the shoreline of Lake Oconee, all provide challenging golf courses designed by some of the greatest golf champions. Visit the Georgia Golf Hall of Fame's Botanical Gardens in Augusta, where life-sized statues of golf legends are interspersed throughout eight acres of gorgeous gardens.
Watering Holes
The region's aqua-activities center around Lake Oconee and J . Strom Thurmond Lake at Clarks Hill where
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anglers, boaters, water skiers and swimmers have plenty of room to spread out and have fun. Maybe you 're more of a fisher. If so, McDuffie Public Fishing Area and the Oconee and Ogeechee rivers may be more your thing. Augusta offers cruises on the historic Augusta Canal in replica Petersberg boats, and it picks up speed as it hosts the annual Augusta Southern National Drag Boat Races on the Savannah River. Another way to explore the picturesque Augusta Canal is from the headgates located at the Savannah Rapids Pavilion in Columbia County. Visitors can explore the canal via canoe, kayak or bicycle, or tour the museum and local welcome center for more information on this national heritage area.
The Great Outdoors
Enjoy the great outdoors in one of the many state-owned wildl ife management areas, or in any of the region 's si x state parks and historic sites. But the options don't stop there. Hike the boardwalk and stargaze at Phini zy Swamp in Augusta which is home to various forms of wildl ife . Ride down ATV trails at Durhamtown Plantation in Union Point or get hooked at the Warren County Sportsman Festival. In Waynesboro, the Bird Dog Capital of the World, hunting opportunities abound at Buckeye, Hawg W ild, Di-Lane and Quail Run plantations. If you'd like to add spa and finedining amenities to your hunting and fishing schedule, Flat Creek Lodge in Swainsboro makes it available.
Have You Heard?
The famous musicians raised in east-central Georgia include blues legend Blind Wil lie McTell from Thomson, and America's First Family of Bluegrass, the Lewis Family, from Lincolnton. Opera singer Jessye Norman and the Godfather of Soul, James Brown, were born in Augusta, while
Skiing on Lake Oconee
Grovetown is home to country star Terri Gibbs. The musical legacy lives on at myriad fest ivals such as Augusta 's June Jazz on the River each Sunday in June, the Columbia County Concert Series in Evans, Thomson 's Blind Willie Blues Festival and Lincolnton's Lewis Family Homecoming and Bluegrass Festival, both held in May.
The Gray and the Blue
In Crawfordville, visit the Confederate Museum and Liberty Hall, home of Confederate Vice President A.H . Stephens, for whom a park in the area is named . At the Brown House in Sandersville, Sherman established headquarters during his March to the Sea. Near Millen , explore Magnolia Springs State Park, formerly called Camp Lawton and used to house POWs during the war. In Augusta, see the landmark Confederate Powderworks Chimney, the only remaining portion of the Civil War gunpowder factory, and Magnolia Cemetery where 921 Confederate soldiers are buried . Investigate Southern lore at Chennault Plantation in Lincoln County where gold from the Confederate Treasury disappeared from a guarded wagon train.
Trail Mix
Explore more history along the region's two Civil War Heritage Trails: Sherman's March to the Sea and Jefferson Davis' Flight. The Bartram Trail, ideal for naturalists and history buffs alike, chronicles botanist Will iam Bartram 's trek up the Savannah River from Savannah to Augusta in 1773. Georgia 's portion of the Woodpecker Trail begins in Augusta and follows Highway 25/ 121 southbound through Waynesboro, Millen, and Emanuel County, and then to the Okefenokee Swamp.
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Attractions
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APPLING
Lake Springs Recreation Area
Co m e for hiki ng, biking, fishing and picnicking. Boat ramp available. Da ily. 8 a.m.-8:30 p.m. Day use $4. 3900 Lake Springs Rd., Appling, 30802 706-541-0150, 800-533-3478,
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Mistletoe State Park
Located on 72,000-acre Clarks Hill Lake, this park offers fishing , boat re ntal , a beach, campsites , lodging, picnic areas and hi ki ng and biking trails. Daily. Call for hours. $3 parking. Off GA Hwy. 150, 8 miles north of 1-20, Exit 175, Appling, 30802
' 706-541-0321, 800-864-7275,
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Wildwood Park
950 acres of beaches, new boat ramps, disc golf courses, tra ils and campsites at Clarks Hill Lake. Home of the Professional Disk Golf Association. Daily. 8 a.m.-11 p.m. $2. 6212 Holloway Rd ., Appling, 30802
706-541-0586, columbiacountyga.gov I lil 6-
AUGUSTA
1797 Ezekiel Harris House
Built in 1797 by a prominent tobacco merchant, thi s house is an outstanding example of 18th-century domestic architecture. Tue.-Sat. 10 a.m .-4:30 p.m. Adults $2, children $1. 1822 Broad St., Augusta, 30904
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Artists' Row
Ten art galleries, as well as many working studios and shops, add color to this district known for its varied selection of fine art, jewelry, sculpture and crafts. 1000 block of Broad St., Augusta, 30901 706-774-1006, broadstreetartistsrow.org
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Augusta Arsena l at Augusta State University
It was the arsenal to both Federal and Confederate governments, and the commandant's house was once home to poet Stephen Vincent Benet. Call for tours. Free. 2500 Walton Way, Augusta, 30904
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Augusta Canal Interpretive Center
Learn the 160-year history of the Augusta Canal. Interactive exhibits. Guided water tours. Mon.-Sat. 9:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m., Sun. 1-5:30 p.m . Call for tour schedule and fees. 1450 Greene St. in Enterprise Mill, Augusta, 30901 706-823-0440, ext. 4, 888-659-8926,
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Augusta Museum of History
Local history, Edgefield pottery and Masters9 memorabilia. Tue.-Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Sun. 1-5 p.m. Call two weeks ahead for groups. Adults $4, children $2, seniors $3. 560 Reynolds St., Augusta, 30901 706-722-8454, augustamuseum.org
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Boyhood Home of President Woodrow Wilson
Wilson lived with hi s family in Augusta for nearly 13 years, from 1858 to 1870. Tue.-Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m . Adults $5, students $3, seniors $4. Tours each hour. Call for groups. 419 Seventh St., First floor, Augusta, 30901 706-722-9828, wilsonboyhoodhome.org
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Confederate Powderworks Chimney
The smokestack remains as a monument to those who built and worked in Confederate Powderworks, the only surviving structure built by the Confederate States of America.
' 1717 Goodrich St., Augusta, 30904
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Enterprise Mill
Factory artifacts are scattered throughout the corridors and grounds of this vast 19th-century textile mill bordering the Augusta Canal. Houses Augusta Convention and Visitors Bureau. Mon.-Fri. 8:30 a.m.5:30 p.m. 1450 Greene St., Augusta, 30901 706-262-4001, enterprisemill.com
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Georgia Golf Hall of Fame's Botanical Gardens
See bronze sculptures of golf's greatest masters, such as Bobby Jones, Arnold Palmer and Jack Nicklaus. Call for hours and fees. Guided tours by reservation. One 11th St., Augusta, 30903 706-724-4443, 888-874-4443, gghf.org
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Gertrude Herbert Institute of Art
This National Reg ister home serves as a center for visual arts classes and changing art exhibitions. Tue.-Fri. 8:30 a.m .-5 p.m., Sat. by appt. Free. Guided group tours available. 506 Telfair St., Augusta, 30901
706-722-5495, ghia.org I lil WC Y
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MARINAS
Appling Little River Marina Marina, cabins, campsites, bike rentals, guides and restaurant available. Canoes, kayaks and pontoon boats available for rent. Call for hours. 4271 Old Lincolnton Rd., Appling, 30802 706-541-1358, acestriperguide.com/
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Trade Winds Marina
Marina and cabins. Daily. 8:30 a.m.5:30 p.m . 5577 Marina Pkwy., Appling, 30802 706-541-1380, flagshipmarlnas.com
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Augusta Augusta Riverwalk Marina
Full-service marina. Daily 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Call for fees. One Fifth St., Augusta, 30901
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706-7244443 888-8744443 www.gghf.org
T he o nl y African-Ameri can museum in the Augusta area, offering unique
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Look herefor information on convention and visitors bureaus, chambers ofcommerce, state visitors centers and regional welcome centers.
Augusta Convention and Visitors Bureau Mo n.-Fri. 8:30 a.m. -5 p.m.
1450 Greene St., Ste. 110, Augusta, 30901 706-823-6600, 800-726-0243,
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(j) Augusta Visitor Information Center Mon.-Sat . 10 a.m .-5 p.m ., Sun. 1-5 p.m.
560-B Reynolds St., Augusta, 30901 706-724-4067, 800-726-0243,
augustaga.org C;;l WC 6'
"'<-Georgia Visitor Information \I Center-Augusta Dail y 8:30 a.m.-S:30 p.m., restrooms 7 a.m.-11 p.m.
P.O. Box 211090 (1 -20 West), Martinez, 30917 706-737-1446, georgia.org
Greene County Chamber of Commerce Mon.-Fri. 9 a.m.-S p.m., Sat. 10 a.m .-3 p.m . 111 N. Main St., Greensboro, 30642 706-453-7592, 866-341-4466, greeneccoc.org, oconee.com C;;l WC 6'
Oglethorpe County Chamber of Commerce 1158 Athens Rd., Crawford, 30630 706-743-3113, oglethorpecofc.org C;;l WC 6'
Lincolnton-Lincoln County Chamber of Commerce Mo n.-Fri. 8 :30 a.m .-5 p.m. 112 N. Wash ington St., Lincolnton, 30817 706-359-7970, lincolncountyga.org C;;lWC o-
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Jefferson County Chamber of Commerce & Development Authority Mon.-Fri. 9 a.m. -5 p.m. 302 E. Broad St., Louisville, 30434 478-625-8134, jeffersoncounty.org C;;l
Columbia County Convention and Visitors Bureau Mon.-Fri . 8 a.m .-5 p.m. 3300 Evans To Locks Rd., Martinez, 30907 706-447-7677, 866-391-7677, choosecolumbiacounty.com C;;l WC 6'
,I\ Savannah Rapids Visitor Center
W Tue.-Sat. 10 a.m .-4 p.m .
3300 Evans To Locks Rd., Martinez, 30907 706-868-3373, columbiacountyga .gov
Jenkins County Chamber of Commerce Mon.- Fri. 9 a.m .-5 p.m. 548 Cotton Ave., Millen, 30442 478-982-5595 C;;l WC 6'
Washington County Chamber of Commerce Mon.-Fri. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. 131 W. Haynes St., Sandersville, 31082 478-552-3288, washingtoncounty-ga.com C;;l WC 6'
Swainsboro-Emanuel County Chamber of Commerce Mo n.-Fri. 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m . 102 S. Main St., Swainsboro, 30401 478-237-6426, emanuelchamber.org C;;lWC o-
Thomson-McDuffie Tourism Convention and Visitors Bureau Mo n.-Th urs. 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m ., Fri. 8:30 a.m .-4 p.m. 111 Railroad St., Thomson, 30824 706-597-1000, thomson-mcduffie.org C;;lWC o-
Wilkes County Chamber of Commerce Mon.-Fri. 9 a.m .-5 p.m . 22 W. Square, Wash ington, 30673 706-678-2013, washingtonwilkes.com C;;lWC o-
Better Home Town Office 107 Scott St., City Hall, Union Point, 30669 706-486-2351
Warren County Chamber of Commerce Mon.-Fri. 11 a.m .-5 p.m. 552 Main St., Warrenton, 30828 706-465-9604, warrencountyga.org C;;l
Washington-Wilkes County Chamber of Commerce Mon. -Fri. 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
22 W. Square, Washington, 30673 706-678-2013, washingtonwilkes.com C;;lWC o-
n Burke County Chamber of Commerce
Mo n.-Fri. 9 a.m .-5 p.m. 241 E. Sixth St., Waynesboro, 30830
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Johnson County Chamber of Commerce Mon.-Tue. and Thurs.-Fri. 9 a.m.-2 p.m.
111 West Court St., Wrightsville, 31096 478-864-7200,
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0 The H aines-Normal Industrial In titute that Lucy Craft Laney created in Augu ta inspired many others to start educational facilities. It may have even been an in piration to Mary McLeod Bethune to start Bethune-Cookman College for Blacks.
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Guided tour conducted via 15-passenger
van. Guides describe A ugusta history and
scenic highlights. Rese rvation only. Sat .
1:30-3:30 p.m. Adults $10, children $5.
560 Reynolds St., Augusta, 30901
706-724-4067, 800-726-0243,
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J m Br n Tour
The Godfather of Soul still calls this area his home today! Visitors can tour 13 spec ial sites including the James Brown statue on Broad Street. Visit the CVB for more info. 14SO Greene St., Ste. 400, Augusta, 30901 706-823-6600, 800-726-024 3, august aga.org
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The heart of the traditionally AfricanAmerican business district. Tabernacle Baptist Church and Penny Savings Bank are among the historic sites in the area. Hours vary. 600-1400 blocks Laney-Walker Blvd ., Augusta, 30901 706-823-6600, 800-726-0243,
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and the first black nursing school in
A ug usta. Tue.-Fri. 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Sat. 10 a.m.-
4 p.m., Sun. 2-5 p.m. Ad ul ts $5, children $2.
1116 Phillips St., Augusta, 30901
706-724-3576, lucycraftlaneymuseum.com
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M gnol m y
Magnolia is the resting place for more than 500 Confederate soldiers and seven generals, as well as other notables from the period. Daily. 702 Third St. , Augu sta, 30901
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Home of Declaration of Independence signer
George Walton, this pre-1791 farmhouse is
the town's oldest home. Tours Mon.-Fri.
10 a.m.-4 p.m. Sat. by appt. Ca ll for fees .
1320 Independence Dr., Augusta, 30901
706-724-4174, geocities.com/
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Visit Historic Burka County and Waynesboro,
Georgia, the "Bird Dog Capital of the World."
Enjoy quaint shops, historical sites and numerous hunting and fishing activities.
706-554-5451 www.burkecounty-go .gov
Just 1 1/2 hours east of Atlanta, you will find rich southern heritage, diverse cultural events, unspoiled natural beauty
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telling your fishing buddies abaut an Clam HIii lab.
Visit Harlem's laurel and Hanly Museum, bike the tow path, ar ca- the canal at the Augusta Canal
headgates at Savannah Rapids.
1-866-391-7677 www.choosecolumbiocounty.com
Visit museums, dlmb a mountain, listen to bluegrass, walk a trail, play some golf, catch a big one or just relax on Georgia's Fresh Water Coast.
706-359-7970 www.lincolncountygo .org
Visit the heart af Classk Sauth. Gallop with the hounds at the Belle Meade Fax Hunt, sing the blues at the anual Blind Willie McTell Fest, taste great wines at the 1810 Winery or visit the unspoiled shoreline af Clarks HIii lab.
706-587 - 1000 www.thomson-mcduffie .com
Did You Know...
The Battle of Kettle Creek in Wa hington was perhaps Georgia's most significant battle against the Tories in the Revolutionary War. On Feb. 14, 1776, Patriots Col. Andrew Pickens, Col. John Dooly and Lt. Col. Elijah Clarke and their outnumbered troops defeated Tory soldiers in a bloody battle that was one of the only significant checks of British control in Georgia.
Morris Museum of Art
The collection is devoted to 200 years of pai nt ing in the South. Tue.-Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Sun. 12-5 p.m . Cal l for guided tours . Ad ults $5, children, seniors and military $3. One 10th St., Augusta, 30901
706-724-7501 , themorris.org I l;I WC 6. T
National Science Center's Fort Discovery
See the Discovery Theater, StarLab, KidScape and 270 hands-on exhibits. Mon.-Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m ., Sun. 12- 5 p.m . Adults $8, children/ youth $6, seniors/ military $6. One Seventh St., Augusta, 30901 706-821-0200, 800-325-5445,
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Phinlzy Swamp Nature Park
Visit 1,150 acres of wetlands, swamps, nature trails and observation decks w here herons, hawks, otters, alligato rs and a bobcat ca n be spotted. Cal l for hours. Free. Lock-and-Dam Rd., Augusta, 30906
706-828-2109, phinizyswamp.org I l;I WC 6.
Rlverwalk A gusta
St ro ll alo ng multilevel wa lkways by t he Savannah River to the Jessye Norman Amphitheater and Heroes' Overlook m em oria l, as well as museums and parks. Between Sixth and Tenth sts., Augusta, 30901
706-821-1754, augustaga.org I [;I WC 6. flT
Sacred Heart Cultural Center
Thi s former Cat ho lic c hu rch now hosts functions during the year. Self-guided tours Mon.-Fri. g a.m .-5 p.rry . Guided g ro up tours $2 per person. Donations accepted. 1301 Greene St., Augusta, 30901 706-826- 4700, sacredheartaugusta.org
Springfield Baptist Church
The oldest African-American church in the U.S. (1787); where Morehouse College and Georgia Republican Party were organized. Mon.- Fri. 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Call for tours. 114 12th St. at Reynolds St., Augusta, 30901 706-724-1056, historicspri ngfield.org 1;1WC 6.
Springfield Village Par
A 4 5-foot stainless-steel scul pture by Richard Hunt and a reflecting pool distinguish the 2.5-acre park adjacent to Springfield Baptist Church. Daily. Free. 1200 block of Reynolds St., Augusta, 30901
706-724-1056, augustaga .org I l;I
Summerville Historic District
Drive or stroll these streets and enjoy a variety of architect ural sights and styles. Walton Way and Milledge Rd ., Augusta, 30904 706-823-6600, 800-726-0243, augustaga.org
U.S Army Slgna Corps Museum
Locat ed on Ft. Gordon's Army base, this museum d isplays Civil War Signal Co rps artifacts. Tue.- Fri. 7:30 a.m.-5 p.m ., Sat. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Free. Conrad Hall, Bldg. 29807, Augusta 30905
CRAWFORDVILLE
A. H Stephens Historic Park
Enjoy a Co nfederate museum, an 1875 home, camping, cottages, boating, fishing, swi mming and eq uest rian t rai ls. Park ope n daily. Museum Tue.-Sun. Call for hours and fees. $3 parking. 456 Alexander St. N., Crawfordville, 30631 706-456-2602, 800-864-7275,
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L. L. Wyatt Museum
Wyatt was the county sheriff for 52 years . View photos, badges, a seized co rn -liquor sti ll, century-old arrest warrants, an authentic old cel lb lock and firearms. Call for tours . Main and Broad sts., Greensboro, 30642
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Lake Oconee
Ideal for fi shing, campi ng and boating, Lake Oconee is home t o Harbor Club, Rey nolds Land ing, The Ritz-Carlton Lodge, Rey no lds Plantation and Cuscowilla. Dai ly. Fees vary. Georgia Power Lakes/Campsites, GA Hwy. 44 S. (Lake Oconee Pkwy.), Greensboro, 30642 706-453-7592, 866-341-4466, oconee.com,
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Scull Shoal
Pre-Colu mbian mounds surround Scull Shoa ls, a now-defunct vi llage marked by slavery, fires, floods and droughts. Spring archaeology digs. Dai ly. Cal l for tours. Free. Macedonia Church Rd ., Greensboro, 30642 706-453-7592, 866-341-4466,
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Gro etown Museum
This restored 100-year-o ld dwelling cont ains artifacts, m ilitary memorabil ia and detailed exhibits of the Grovetown area. Fri. 10 a.m.4 p.m ., Sat., Sun. 1-4 p.m. Call for groups. Free. 106 Robinson Ave., Grovetown, 30813
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Feathered Friends Forever Rescue/~efuge Inc.
This is a not -for-profit bird sa nctuary. Large outdoor f li g ht av iaries al low interaction w ith birds. Picnic areas and campsites ava ilable for guests. Free. 612 Byrd Dr., Harlem, 30814 706-556-2424, featheredfriendsforever.org
Laurel and Hardy Museum
In honor of nati ve son Ol iver Hardy, Harlem established t hi s original array of Laurel and Hardy memorabil ia. Da il y. Mon.-F ri. 9 a.m.4 p.m., Sat. 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Su n. 1-4 p.m. Group tours by reser vat ion. Free. 250 N. Louisville St., Harlem, 30814 706-556-0401, 888-288-9108,
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LEXINGTON
Goodness Grows Nursery
A favorite destination for garden cl ubs, horticulturists and ho m e gardeners. Botanical tours teach visitors about the unique plants you can take with you after your visit. 322 Elberton Rd., Lexington, 30648 706-743-5055, goodnessgrows.com
Historic Lexington
Enjoy a walking tour of t he National Historic District with its ant ique stores and gift shops. The town is also home to Shaking Rock Park. US Hwy. 78, Lexington, 30648 706-743- 3322, oglethorpecofc.org
LINCOLNTON
Bussey Pol t Recreation Area
At Bussey Point, indulge in a multitude of recreat ional opport unit ies on t he shores of J. Strom Thurmond Lake. Daily. Dawn-dusk. Primitive campi ng $5 per night . Double Branches Rd., Lincolnton, 30817
800-533-3478, lincolncountyga.org I l;I WC
Clarks Hill Lake
An oasis for boating, fishing and picnicking, Clarks Hill Lake is the largest reservoir in the Southeast, boast ing 1,200 miles of shoreline. Daily. Free. 2959 McCormick Hwy. (US Hwy. 378 E.), Lincolnton, 30817
706-359-7970, lincolncountyga.org 1;1 WC 6.
Elijah Clark State Park
Offers a beach, fishing, boating, trai ls, picnic areas, mini-golf, camping, cottages and Elijah Clark's Re plica Home museum. Daily. 7 a.m .-10 p.m . $3 parki ng , free Wed. 7 m iles northeast of Lincolnton on US Hwy. 378 706-359-3458, 800-864-7275,
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LOUISVILLE
The Fire House Gallery Located in a restored historic fire station, this stunning space attracts artists from the South and beyond. Wed .-Sat. 12-6 p.m. and Sunday from 1-5 p.m . 605 Mulberry St., Louisville, 30434 478-625-0387, galleryafire.com
Market House Built at the crossing of two trails, the openair building dates back to the late 1700s. In the center hangs a bell that was used to warn of Indian attacks. Daily. Free. Center of Broad St., Louisville, 30434
478-62S-8134, jeffersoncounty.org I lil 6'
Revolutionary Cemetery Many Revolutionary War soldiers are buried in this National Register historic cemetery. Daily. Free. Tours available. GA Hwy. 24 W., Louisville, 30434 478-62S-8134 I lil
MARTINEZ
Augusta canal Headgates Walk, bike, canoe or kayak through the Augusta Canal National Heritage area. The 11.5-mile hi storic canal takes you past natural and urban landscapes. 3300 Evans To Locks Rd ., Martinez, 30907 706-868-3349, columbiacountyga.gov
Funsvllle Enjoy the Water Zone, a Venetian carousel, mini-golf, go-carts and more. Call for hours and fees. Group rates available. 43S0 Wheeler Rd., Martinez, 30907 706-863-3087, funsvilleaugusta.com lilWCMIY
MILLEN
Bo Ginn Aquarium and Aquatic Educational Center The 26 freshwater tanks at this aquarium in Magnolia Springs State Park display native fish , reptiles and turtles. Daily. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Tours by reservation. Free. 1061 Hatchery Rd., Millen, 30442 478-982-4168, 800-864-7275,gastateparks.org I lil WC 6'
Magnolia Springs State Park Kno wn for clear springs, a scenic board walk and an aquarium, this park has camping , cottages, a playgrou~d. pool, a lake with boat rental s and trails. Daily. 7 a.m.-10 p.m. $3 parking. 5 miles north of Millen on US Hwy. 25 478-982-1660, 800-864-7275,
gastateparks.org I lil WC 6'
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Hamburg State Park It has a restored 1921 water-powered gristmill, camping, a museum, a 225-acre lake with boat rental , fishing, trails and a 1920s country store. Daily 7 a.m.-10 p.m. $3 parking. 16 miles north of Sandersville, off GA Hwy. 102, near Mitchell 478-552-2393, 800-864-7275, gastateparks.org I lil WC 6'
Mitchell Depot Museum A train-depot museum in the heart of Mitchell. Call ahead for tours. Field trips or group tours welcome. Downtown Mitchell, 30820 706-598-2004
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President Wilson visited this town, 75 miles southeast of Lex ington and home to many large cotton plantations. Find historic driving tour information at the Oglethorpe Chamber.
State Hwy. 22 (15 miles SE of Lexington), 706-743-3113, oglethorpecofc.org
SANDERSVILLE
Brown House Museum This was General Sherman's headquarters on his March to the Sea. It showcases Civil War and Sandersville historical artifacts. Tue. and Thurs. 2-5 p.m . and by reservation. 268 N. Harris St., Sandersville, 31082 478-552-1965, 478-552-2963 for group tours, washingtoncounty-ga.com/chamber.shtml lil WC 6'
Washington County Genealogical Museum This center for county genealogical research is located in the former sheriff's living quarters in one of the oldest jails in Georgia. Tue. and Thurs. 2-5 p.m . Free. 129 Jones St., Sandersville, 31082
478-S52-6965 I lil WC 6'
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Courson's Winery Featuring 14 traditional Southern wines, plus soy candles and honeybees. Mon.-Sat. 10 a.m.-6 p.m., Sun. 12:30-6 p.m . Hwy. 22, between Sparta and Milledgeville, 31087 706-444-0616
Lacksen Plantation and Quall Hunting Enjoy a day of quail hunting in cultivated food plots, pasture and thinned stands of loblolly pines at this plantation near Lake Oconee. Call for hours and fees . Waterworks Rd ., Sparta, 31087
706-310-0688, lacksenplantation.com I lil WC
Lake Sinclair Lake Sinclair's 417 miles of scenic shoreline are pleasantly interrupted by its charming coves and inlets. Da ily. Free. Georgia Power's Lake Sinclair 706-485-8704, 888-472-5253, southernco.com/gapower/lakes I lil WC 6'
SWAINSBORO
Flat Creek Lodge Fish and Game Est. in 1995, thi s hunting and fishing lodge offers a variety of hunting activities, meals and instruction. 367 Bishop Chapel Church Rd., Swainsboro, 30401 478-237-3474, 877-352-8273, flatcreeklodge.com
THOMSON
1810 Country Inn and Winery This winery offers an atmosphere for both the wine lover and the family. Take an in-depth look at the process of wine making. Call for tours. Free. 254 N. Seymour, Thomson, 30824 706-595-3156, 800-515-1810, 1810countryinnandwinery.com I lil WC 6' fl Y
Blg Hart Recreation Area Thi s day-use recreation area offers picnic shelters, a boat ramp, beaches and campground s. Call for hours and fees. US Hwy. 78, Thomson, 30824 706-595-8613, 800-533-3478, thomson-mcduffie.org I lil WC 6'
GEORGIA.ORG / 1-800-VISIT GA
Boyhood Home of President Woodrow Wilson, Augusta
Official Georgia Travel Guide 101
Hickory Hill
This 256 -acre historic site has a restored Greek Revival mansion with historic farm bui ldings, gardens, trai ls and fountains Mon.-Sat. 10 a.m .-5 .p.m. Call for fees . 502 Hickory Hill Dr., Thomson, 30824 706-595-7777, hickory-hill.org
Historic Wrlghtsboro
The 1768 settlement was Georgia 's only Quaker community. All that remains today is the old Wrightsboro Church and cemetery, built c. 1810. By reservation only. Free. Wrightsboro Rd . off US Hwy. 78, Thomson, 30824
706-597-1000, thomson-mcduffie.org I [;;l WC
Rock House
Built around 1785, this is the oldest stone residence in Georgia. Daily. Call the CVB for directions. Rock House Rd., Thomson, 30824 706-597-1000, thomson -mcduffie.org
Watson Brown Foundation
The Wat son-Brown Foundation features t hree house-museums , built in 1830, 1864 and 1865. Call for hours and fees. 310 Tom Watson Way, Thomson, 30824 706-595-8886, 866-923-6863,
watson-brown.org [;;l WC 6'
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George L. Smith State Park
This park has a covered bridge and mil l, moss-draped cypress trees, camping, cottages, a lake, boat rental , fishing and trails. Daily. 7 a.m.-10 p.m. Office 8 a.m.-5 p.m. $3 parking. Between Metter and Twin City, off GA Hwy. 23 478-763-2759, 800-864-7275,
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Durhamtown Plant tlon Sportsman Resort
This old-style resort boasts a sporting clay course. f ishing, pa in tball , ATV rid ing, archery range, pistol and rifle range, cabins, camping and a pavilion. Daily. Call for fees. 2350 Randolph Church Rd., Union Point, 30669
706-486-4603, durhamtown.com I [;;l WC 6'T
DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES
Thomson
Clarks Hill Lake Wildlife Management Area
Deer, t urkey, small game, raccoon, possum, fox, bobcat , dove and feral hogs roam these 12,700 ac res. Prim it ive campi ng avai lable. Ca ll for hunti ng hours and fees. Smith Mill Rd ., Thomson, 30824
706-595-4222, gohuntgeorgia.com I [;;l
Warrenton Ogeechee Wildlife Management Area
Enjoy a pri mit ive wild life experience. Dai ly. Free. GA Hwy. 16, Warrenton, 30828 706-465-9604, warrencountyga.org
102 Offic ial Georg ia Travel Guide
The Point of Art Studio and Gallery
The bold colorful paintings of artist Anne Jenkins anchor this excit ing new gallery. Tours of the studio, gallery and loft with art demonstrations are also offered. 604 Sibley Ave., Un ion Point, 30669 706-486-6808, pointofart.net
Union Point Historical Driving Tour
Cal l for sc hedu le and fees. US Hwy. 278, Union Point, 30669 706-453-7592, 800-886-5253, g r e e n e c c o c .o r g
WARRENTON
Ogeechee River MIii
Located on the beauti ful Ogeechee River, this corn mil l has been in operation si nce 1826. Call for hours. Free. 4745 Reynolds Rd ., Wa rrenton, 30828
706-465-9604, warrencountyga.o rg I [;;l
WASHINGTON
Callaway Plantation
At this living-history museum, pick cotton, tour plantation houses and see primitive crafts. Guided tours Tue. -Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m ., Sun. 12:30 -3:30 p.m. Call for fees. US Hwy. 78, Washington, 30673 706-678-7060, washingtonwilkes.org/ attractions.html I [;;l WC
Kettle Creek Revolutionary War Battlefield
On Feb. 14, 1779, an important battle between the British and Patriot forces forever broke the stranglehold that the British had on Georgia. Daily. Warhill Rd ., Washington, 30673 706-678-2013, washingtonwilkes.org/
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Robert Toombs House Historic Site
This mansion, home of a Confederate leader and unreconstructed Rebel, has Toombs' fami ly furniture and Civil War displays. Tue.Sat. 9 a. m .-5 p.m., Sun. 2-5 p. m. $1.75-$3. 216 E. Robert Toombs Ave., Washington, 30673 706-678-2226, gastateparks.org I [;;l WC
Callaway Plantation, Washington
Second Time Around Mini Farm
See animals in t heir natura l habit at, stay in a private bungalow, cook fresh fish or go paddle-boating . Adults $10, children $8. Ca ll for hours and group rates. 146 Hendry Ln., Washington , 30673 706-678-4902,
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Washington Historical Museun
It tells the story of the area with prominent collections of Civil War and Indian artifacts. Tue.-Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Sun. 12:30-3:30 p.m . Adu lts $3, chi ldren $2. Call for groups. 308 E. Robert Toombs Ave., Washington, 30673 706-678-2105, washingtonw ilkes.org/
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WAYNESBORO
Burke County Museum
This museum houses arti facts pertaining to Burke County. Mon.-Fri. 8 a.m.-4 p.m., weekends and holidays by appt. Free. 536 Libe rt y St., Waynesboro, 30830 706-554-4889, home.bellsouth.net/
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Plant Vogtle Visitor Center
Pla nt Vogtle Visitor Center features educational exhibits on the production of Nuclear Power. Mon-Fri 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m. Tours available. 7821 River Rd., Waynesboro, 30830 706-554-9407
WRENS
Atwell Pecan Company
This peca n company has been a lead ing provider of pecans and other fine nuts since the 1930s. Visit the retail showroom to shop for the South's delectable treats. 705 S. Main St., Wrens, 30833 706-547-2554, atwellpecan.com
The Gou d Farm
This farm produces gourds in all sizes. Fresh homemade syrups an d vegetables are sold here as well. Daily. Call for hours. Free. US Hwy. 1, 1089 Hoyt Braswell Rd ., Wrens, 30833
706-547-6784 [;;l WC 6'
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706-724-0080
Adams Super Inn 1602 Gordon Hwy.
706-560-0551
Americas Best Value Inn 4324 Belair Frontage Rd.
706-860-8840
AmerlSultes, Rlverwatch 1062 Claussen Rd.
706-733-4656
Augusta Budget Inn 441 Broad St.
706-722-0212
Augusta Doubletree Hotel 2651 Perimeter Pkwy.
706-855-8100
Augusta Inn &Conference Center 1075 Stevens Creek Rd. 706-738-8811
Augusta Lodge 1520 Gordon Hwy.
706-798-2230
Augusta Marriott Hotel and Suites 3 Ninth St.
706-722-8900
Augusta Western Motel 3054 Deans Bridge Rd.
706-796-1493
Baymont Inn & Suites 2905 River West Dr.
706-733-5900
Best Western Garden City Inn 2650-B Center West Pkwy. 706-736-9292
Best Western Evans Inn 452 Park West Dr.
706-651-9100
Clarion Suites 3038 Washington Rd.
706-868-1800
Comfort Inn, Medical Center 1455 Walton Way
706-722-2224
Comfort Inn, West 629 Frontage Rd.
706-855-6060
Country Hearth Inn &Suites 2182 Gordon Hwy.
706-312-7000
Courtesy Motel 605 15th St.
706-722-2525
Courtyard by Marriott 1045 Stevens Creek Rd.
706-737-3737
Days Inn 3039-B Washington Rd.
706-650-1311
Days Inn 3320 Deans Bridge Rd.
706 -793-9600
Days Inn, Wheeler Rd. 3654 Wheeler Rd.
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Econo Lodge, Gordon Hwy. 2051 Gordon Hwy.
706-738-6565
Econo Lodge, Martinez 4090 Belair Rd.
706-863-0777
Economy Inn 3061 Deans Bridge Rd.
706-798-8480
Executive Inn & Suites 1238 Gordon Hwy.
706-724-9613
Fairfield Inn, Marriott 201 Boy Scout Rd.
706-733-8200
Guest House International 3023 Washington Rd.
706-736-2595
Hampton Inn 3030 Washington Rd .
706-737-1122
Hampton Inn &Suites 4081 Jimmie Dyess Pkwy.
706-86U-1610
Holiday Inn 2155 Gordon Hwy.
706-737-2300
Homewood Suites by HIiton 1049 Stevens Creek Rd.
706-738-3131
Howard Johnson Inn 601 N.W. Frontage Rd.
706-863-2882
Knights Inn 210 Boy Scout Rd.
706-737-3166
La Quinta 3020 Washington Rd.
706-733-2660
Masters Inn 3027 Washington Rd.
706 -863-5566
Mlcrotel Inn & Suites 2176 Gordon Hwy.
706-736-6425
Mlcrotel Inn & Suites 2909 Riverwatch Dr.
706-481-8010
Motel 6 459 Park West Dr.
706-651-8300
National Inn 3026 Washington Rd.
706-738-0131
Partridge Inn 2110 Walton Way
706-737-8888
Quality Inn 2926 Peach Orchard Rd.
706-793-3306
Quality Inn Downtown 1103 15th St.
706-724-5560
Quality Inn, Fort Gordon 4073 Jimmie Dyess Pkwy.
706-855-2088
Quality Inn & Suites 1052 Claussen Rd.
706-737-5550
Ramada Inn 2650 Center West Pkwy.
706-481-8849
Ramact,a Limited, Gordon Hwy. 21S4 Gordon Hwy.
706-733-8115
Ramada Plaza Hotel 640 Broad St.
706-722-5541
Red Carpet Inn 2050 Gordon Hwy.
706-733-5566
Red Roof Inn & Suites 4328 Frontage Rd.
706-228-3031
Rodeway Inn West 2852 Washington Rd.
706-736-0707
Savannah Suites 3421 Wrightsboro Rd.
706-849-3100
Scottish Inn 1079 Stevens Creek Rd .
706-737-8121
Scottish Inn 1636 Gordon Hwy.
706-790-1380
Sleep Inn 1050 Claussen Rd.
706-738-7473
Sunset Inn 3034 Washington Rd.
706-860-8485
Super 8 2137 Gordon Hwy.
706-738-5018
Travelodge 3039 Washington Rd.
706-868-6930
West Bank Inn 2904 Washington Rd.
706-733-1724
Wingate Inn 4087 Belair Rd.
706-860-8223
Wingate Inn 2123 Noland Conn.
706-729-1616
Harbor Club Cottages 1 Club Dr.
706-453-9690
Jameson Inn 2252 S. Main St.
706-453-9135
Mlcrotel Inn 2470 Old Eatonton Hwy.
706-453-7300
The Ritz-Carlton Lodge, Reynolds Plantation Lake Oconee Tri.
706-467-0600
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Little River Marina & Family Resort 4271 Old Lincolnton Rd. 706-541-1358
Mistletoe State Park 3723 Mistletoe Rd.
706-541-0321
Petersburg Campground 3998 Petersburg Rd.
706-541 -9464
Ridge Rd. Campground 5886 Ridge Rd.
706-541 -0282
WIidwood Park 6212 Holloway Rd.
706 - 541- 0 5 8 6
Winfield Campground 7701 Winfield Rd.
706 - 541- 0147
Fox Hollow Campground 4032 Peach Orchard Rd.
706 - 592 -4563
Riverfront Marina Warehouse & Camping 298 Prep Phillips Dr. 706-722-0772
A. H. Stephens State Park 1-20, Exit 148
706-456 -2602
McDuffie Public Fishing Area Campground 4695 Fish Hatchery Rd.
706-595-1684
North Shore Resort 2541 Carey Station Rd.
706-453-4505
Old Salem Park 1530 Old Sa lem Rd.
706-467-2850
Parks Ferry Recreation Area 1491 Parksmille Rd.
706-453-4308
Elijah Clark State Park 2959 McCormick Hwy.
706-359-3458
Magnolia Springs State Park 1053 Magnolia Springs Dr.
478 -982 -16 6 0
Hamburg State Park 6071 Hamburg State Park Rd.
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Heartland has centuries ofdiverse cultural history to celebrate. The treasures ofthis region lie in the ingenuity, creativity and warmth ofits people and heritage.
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African-American Culture
Ancient works of African art, folk art, and historical photographs and artifacts share gallery space at the acclaimed Tubman Museum in Macon. The museum also hosts afterhours educational programs and the annual Pan-African Festival. Another landmark is the historic Douglass Theatre, once the only movie and performance venue in Macon open to blacks, where legends such as Bessie Smith, Ma Rainey and Duke Ellington graced the stage. Located in the Horace Moore House in Madison, the Morgan County African-American Museum showcases local and regional achievements by African Americans.
Hit the Road
The Antebellum Trail between Athens and Macon highlights a variety of architectural gems, including romantic whitecolumned mansions, such as the crown jewel Old Governor's Mansion in Milledgeville. The Antiques Trail, a 200-mile loop through 16 communities, presents an impressive collection of antique shops with eclectic, rare finds.
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Follow orchards in bloom along the Peach Blossom Trail through Barnesville, Byron, Forsyth, Fort Valley, Perry, Roberta and Warner Robins. The Treasures along 1-20 Trail showcases small downtown communities like Conyers, Covington, Madison, Rutledge and Social Circle.
Native American Sites
For centuries, Creek Indians prized the mineral water at what is now the resort town of Indian Springs, and today, the
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Yoshino cherry trees. Another regional favorite is the Georgia Peach Festival in Byron and Fort Valley, which honors one of the state's best-loved agricultural products. The Mossy Creek Barnyard Festival in the pine woods around Perry and Warner Robins commemorates "the way things used to be" with artisans and musicians. The 10-day Georgia National
Fair in Perry is a whirlwind of competitions, live music, exhibitions, circus performances and a fun-filled midway. Check out Barnesville's Buggy Days, celebrating its history as the buggy capital of the world.
Songs of the South
Macon is home to the Georg ia Music Hall of Fame with fantastic interactive exhibits, a "Music Factory" for kids, and unique costumes and commentaries
from the state's biggest stars. The 40-Watt Club in Athens is a favorite performance spot for Georgia legends R.E.M and the B-52's. Country music fans flock to the Trisha Yearwood Museum in the country star's hometown of Monticello. AthFest highlights Athens' homegrown talent and cultivates fresh interest in the larger music and arts community, while in nearby Madison, the Lake Oconee Music Festival features live blues, jazz and gospel.
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Mother Nature
Enjoy outdoor activities in four welldefined seasons and three state parks. Hard Labor Creek, High Falls and Indian Springs state parks offer hiking, horseback riding , camping and golf. Lakes Jackson, Oconee, Sinclair and Tobesofkee provide ample swimming, boating, fishing and rela xing opportunities. Stroll along Athens' Oconee Riverwalk, visit Sandy Creek Nature Center and Park or explore the State Botanical Gardens. Milledgeville is home to Bartram Forest and Lockerly Arboretum, and Indian Springs boasts the Whimsical Gardens and Dauset Trails Nature Center. Other highlights include Massee Lane Gardens in Fort Valley, the Lewis B. Vaughn Garden in Conyers and the Charlie Elliott Wildlife Center near Monticello.
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into the Georgia Music Hall of Fame.
Hidden Gems
Among the region 's treasures are Henderson Village in Perry, Cuscowilla Golf Resort on Lake Oconee and Buck Creek Villages in High Falls-cozy retreats composed of cabins, lush grounds, scenic hiking and shopping. Another type of retreat is found at the Monastery of the Holy Spirit outside of Conyers, where the tranquil grounds and quiet Abbey Church foster contemplation and meditation. Fort Valley's Lane Packing Company, a 14th-generation family farm producing strawberries, 30 types of peaches and 10 types of pecans, offers tours of the orchards and views of the entire produce-packing process from an elevated platform inside the warehouse. Jarrell Plantation National Historic Site in Juliette features an original 1847 house and a multitude of extant farm buildings including a mill , blacksmith shop and carpenter shed.
Museum of Aviation, Warner Robins
Exciting Exhibits
An educational treasure of the Southeast is Warner Robins' Museum of Aviation, featuring exhibits su ch as the Tuskegee Airman and more than 100 aircraft, including a 19th-century glider, U-2 Dragon Lady and F-15 Eagle. Exp lore the postWorld War II " bubb}e car " boom at the Bruce Weiner Museum of MicroCars in Madison, or rel ive Joel Chandler Harris' famous tales at t he Uncle Remus Museum in Eatonton. Head to Macon to tour the Sports Hall of Fame and the Museum of Arts and Sciences, and in Milledgeville, see the authentically restored Old Governor's Mansion.
Buy and Buy
Distinctive shopping opportunities await visitors in places like Bolingbroke Village, Rutledge and Olde Town Conyers. Watkinsville boasts shopping d iscoveries such as Georgia Originals, Happy Valley Pottery, and the Chappelle Gallery. Social Circle's Blue Willow Inn is known for its exceptional Southern cuisine, but just as enticing are the charming shops of Blue Willow Village located behind the restaurant.
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ATHENS
Butts-Mehre Heritage Hall and Sports Museum Named for two former coaches, this at hletic com plex and museum is home to University o f Georg ia (UGA) sports and Athe ns O lympics exhibits. Call for hours and t ours. One Selig Cir., Athens, 30602
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Church-Waddel-Brumby House Museum Athens' oldest su rv iving house wa s built in 1820. Its rescue and resto ratio n in the 1970s sparked t he town's historic p rese rvation movement. Call for hours. Free. 280 E. Dougherty st1, Athens, 30601 706-353-1820, visitathensga .com/ welcome_center.cfm I l;,l WC Y
Classic City Tours Let a historian guide you t hrough Athe ns. 90-minute driving tours depart daily at 2 p.m. $15. Reservatio ns req uired. A historic interiors tour is also offered. 280 E. Dougherty St., Athens, 30601 706-353-1820, 706-208-TOUR
Double- Barreled Cannon This weapo n, still poi nting no rt h, may be one of the most unusual from the Civil War. It was bu ilt at the foundry in 1862 when the communit y feared attack. Dai ly. Free. College and Hancock sts., Athens, 30601
Founders Memorial Garde n A fountain, winding walkways, ornamental shrubbery and an 1857 antebel lum home form this grand memorial to the founders of America 's first garden club. Daily. Free. 325 S. Lumpkin St., Athens, 30602 706-542-1365, uga.edu/gardenclub/
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Garden Club of Georgia The c lub headquarters, representing 16,000 members, houses a decorative arts museum and a large antiques collection. Mon.-Fri. 8 a.m.-5 p.m. $2. Call ahead. 2450 S. Milledge Ave., Athens, 30605 706-227-5369, uga.edu/gardenclub
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Georgia Museum of Art (GMOA) The GMOA's perm ane nt coll ect ion foc uses on 19th- and ea rl y-20th-century America n painting . Ca ll for hours and guided tours. Suggested donation $2. 90 Carlton St., Athens, 30602 706-542-4662, uga.edu/gamuseum l;,l WC c>fl
Horticulture Trial Garden Exquisi te ornamentals are performancetested in seasona ll y rotating gardens. Office hours Mon.-Fri. 8 a.m.-5 p.m . Garden always open. Gui ded tours by reservatio n. Free. 1111 Plant Science Bldg., UGA Campus, Athens, 30602
706-5422471, ugatrial.hort.uga.edu I WC
ITA Collegiate Tenn is Hall of Fa me It has inducted m ore tha n 150 players, coaches and contributors, inclu ding Arthur As he and Jimmy Connors. Mon-Fri. 9 a.m.12 p.m., 2- 5 p.m. Call for g uided tours . Free. UGA South Campus, Athens, 30602 706-542-8064, uga.edu/uga/bottom-vi.html
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Lamar Dodd School of Art Gallery The galleries at t he UGA art sc hool host revolvi ng shows of student, facu lty and professio nal work. Mon.-Fri. 8 a.m.-5 p.m . Jackson St., Visual Arts Bldg., UGA Campus, Athens, 30602
706-542-1511 , art.uga.edu I WC c>
Lyndon House Arts Center/ Ware- Lyndon House This visual arts complex has large gall eries, a chi ldren's wi ng and artists' workshops. Tue., Thurs . 12-9 p.m., Wed ., Fri., Sa t. 9 a.m .5 p.m. Ca ll 48 hrs. ahead for g ui ded tour. 293 Hoyt St., Athens, 30601 706-613-3623, accleisurese rvices .com/
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Memorial Park and Bear Hollow Wildlife Trail The park covers 72 ac res with a lake and a zoo, w hich is hom e to more than 120 species of nat ive animals. Mon.-Fri. 8 a.m.-sunset. Weekends, holidays, 9 a.m.-sunset. Free. 293 Gran Ellen Dr., Athens, 30606 706-613-3580, athensclarkecounty.com/
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Morton Theatre One of t he first Africa n-American va udeville theaters in t he U.S., the full y rest ored Morton opened in 1910. Office Mon.-Fri. 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Cal l for to urs. Free. 195 W. Washington St., Athens, 30601 706-613-3770, mortontheatre.com WC M IY
North Oconee River Greenway and Heritage Trail This park connect s Sandy Creek Park, Sandy Creek Nature Center, North Oconee River Park, Dudley Park and UGA with 7 m iles o f t rail s. Daily sunri se-su nset. Free. 205 Old Commerce Rd., Athens, 30607 706-613-3615, sandycreeknaturecenter.com l;,lWC c>
Oconee Forest Park This 60-ac re, 100-year-old forest park has lakeshore hikes, bike tra ils, a picnic area and a network of trails with more than 100 kinds o f nat ive t rees and shrubs. Daily. Free. UGA Recreational Sports Complex, College Station and E. Campus rds., Athens, 30602
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Sandy Creek Nature Center ENSAT Center Exhibits, native wild life and 225 acres of woodla nd, fields and marshland . Trails dai ly. Center Tue.-Sat. 8:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. Call for tours. Nat uralist wa lks Sat. 10 a.m . Free. 205 Old Commerce Rd., Athens, 30607 706-613-3615, sandycreeknaturecenter.com l;,lWC c>
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VISITOR RESOURCES
Look herefo r infor:mation on convention and visitors bureaus, chambers ofcommerce, state visitors centers and regional welcome centers.
Athens
Athens Convention and Visitors Bureau
Mon.-Fri. 8 a.m.-5 p.m. 300 N. Thomas St., Athens, 30601 706-3S7-4430, 800-653-0603,
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Classic City
Fall and winter 10 a.m .-5 p.m ., spring and summer 10 a.m .-6 p.m. 280 E. Dougherty St., Athens, 30601 706-353-1820, athenswelcomecenter.com [;;iWCb.
Barnesville
Barnesville-Lamar County Chamber of Commerce
Mon.-Fri. 9 a.m .-5 p.m . 100 Commerce Pl., Barnesville, 30204
770-358-5884, barnesville.org I c;;i WC b.
Byron
Byron Convention and Visitors Bureau and Welcome Center
Mon.-Fri. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. 100 W. Heritage Blvd., Byron, 31008 478-956-2409, 888-686-3496,
byronga.com I c;;i WC b.
Conyers
Conyers Convention and Visitors Bureau
Mon.-Fri. 8 a.m.-5 p.m ., Sat. 9 a.m.-2 p.m . 1184 Scott St., Conyers, 30012 770-929-4270, BOO-CONYERS,
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Conyers Welcome Center
Mon.-Fri. 8 a.m.-5 p.m. 901 Railroad St., Conyers, 30012 770-602-2606, BOO-CONYERS,
conyersga.com I c;;i WC b.
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Cities: Covington, Oxford Mon.-Fri. 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Sat. 10 a.m.-4 p.m . 2101 Clark St., Welcome Center, Covington, 30014 770-786-7510, 800-616-8626,
newtonchamber.com I c;;i WC b.
Eatonton
Eatonton-Putnam County Chamber of Commerce
Mon.-Fri. 8:30 a.m .-5 p.m. 105 S. Washington St., Eatonton, 31024
706-485-7701, eatonton.com I c;;i WC
Forsyth
Forsyth-Monroe Chamber of Commerce Cities: Forsy th, Bolingbroke, Culloden, High Falls, Juliette, Smarr
Mon. -Fri. 8 a.m .-5 p.m. 267 Tift College Dr., Forsyth, 31029 478-994-9239,
forsyth-monroechamber.com I c;;i WC b.
Fort Valley
Peach County Chamber of Commerce
Mon.-Thurs. 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Fri. 9 a.m.-4 p.m . 201 Oakland Heights Pkwy., Fort Valley, 31030 478-825-3733, peachcountyga.com [;;iWC b.
Gray
Jones County-Gray Chamber of Commerce Cities: GraY, Old Clinton
Mon.-Fri. 8:30 a.m.-4 :30 p.m. 161 W. Clinton St., Gray, 31032
478-986-1123, jonescounty.org I c;;i WC b.Y
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Sandy Creek Park
The 782-acre park surro und s La ke Chapma n and offers fi shi ng, cam p ing, swim ming and hiking. Summer 7 a.m -9 p.m., w inter 8 a.m .6 p.m. Adults $2, under 4 and over 64 free. 400 Bob Holman Rd ., Athens, 30607
706-613-3631, sandycreekpark.com I [;l WC b.
State Botanical Garden of Georgia
A dazzling th ree-st ory t ro pical conservatory dominates this 31 3-ac re preserve, alo ng w ith a visitors center and cafe. Call for ho urs and g uided tours. Donat ions accepted. 24SO S. Milledge Ave., Athens, 30605 706-542-1244, uga.edu/botgarden [;;iWC M I
Tate Student Center Gallery/ Room 309
Admini stered by Student Acti vit ies fo r UGA, the gallery d ispl ays m onthl y ro tat ing exhibit s of international, local and stud ent artwork. Dail y 8 a. m .-m idnight. Free. 153 Tate Student Center, UGA Campus, Athens, 30602
706-542-6396, uga.edu/union I WC b.
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Taylor-Grady House
Th is 1844 Greek Revival structure was the co llegiate hom e of Henry W. Grady, credited w ith the view o f the New South. Mon.-Fri. 9 a.m .-1 p.m., 2:30-5 p.m. Ad ults $3. 634 Prince Ave., Athens, 30601
706-549-8688 I c;;i WC b.
T.R.R. Cobb House
See Co bb 's rest ored antebellum home, now a hou se muse um with Civi l War exhibits . Cob b was a UG A grad uate and chi ef autho r of t he Co nfederate Constitut ion. 175 Hill St., Athens, 30601 706-369-3513, trrcobbhouse.org
University of Georgia Arboretum
Thanks to it s attractive biologi cally d iverse co ll ect io n of trees, shrubs and plants, t he campu s was designated an arboretum . Daily. UGA Campus, Athens, 30602 706-542-0842, uga.edu/hort/arboretum/ ugacampusarboretum.htm
U.S. Navy Supply Corps Museum
One of only 11 U.S. Navy mu seums, co llect ion incl udes mode ls, art ifacts, photographs and resea rc h archives. Mo n.-Fri. 9 a.m.-5:15 p.m. Ca ll ahead. Free. 1425 Prince Ave., Athens, 30606 Public access at Oglethorpe Ave. entrance, 706-354-7282, npdc.navy.mil/css/ncscs c;;iwc
Wray-Nicholson House
The ce nterpi ece of a hist o ric complex, this 1825 ho use now serves as headquart ers o f the UGA A lumni Associati on. Mon.-F ri. 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Free. 298 S. Hull St., Athens, 30602 706-542-2251, alumni.uga.edu/alumni [;;iWC b.
BARNESVILLE
Barnesville Walking Tour
Enjoy the charm o f sma ll-town Barnesv ille w ith its many Victoria n hom es, quai nt sho ps an d pi cturesque neig hborhoods. Downtown Barnesville, Barnesville, 30204 770-358-2732, barnesville.org
Historic Carnegie Library and Cara Studios Art Gallery
Built in 1910, it ep it om izes Georg ian Rev ival arc hit ectu re . Enj oy a unique art stud io, sculpture garden and art exhi bits. Cal l fo r ho urs, rese rvati o ns and fees. One Carnegie Way, Library and Greenwood Sts., Barnesville, 30204
770-358-3132, carastudios.com I c;;i WC b. Y
Old Jail Museum and Archives
This loca l hist ory mu seum also ha s reg ional genealogical resea rch . Wed . 10 a.m.-5 p.m ., Sat. 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Sun. 2-5 p.m. Ca ll for tours and resea rc h. Sug gest ed do nat ion $1. 326 Thomaston St., Barnesville, 30204
770-358-0150 I c;;i WC
BUCKHEAD
Steffen Thomas Museum & Archives
View orig inal works of art by art ist Steffen Thomas. 4200 Bethany Rd., Buckhead, 30625 706-342-7557, steffenthomas.org
BYRON
Byron Depot
Th is 1870 railroad d epot featu res a picto ria l hi story, town m emorabil ia an d hi sto ri ca l fact s abo ut trains. Ca ll fo r hou rs and to urs. Free. 101 E. Heritage Blvd., Byron, 31008 478-956-3600, 478-956-2409,
byronga.com I c;;i WC b.
Generation Gap
View v intage cars at thi s o ld car m all and empo rium. Mon.-Fri. 9 a.m.-5 p.m . Free. 123 Peachtree Park, Byron, 31008 478-956-2678, thegenerationgap.com [;;iWC b.
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Old Clinton Historic District
This pre-Civil War hamlet is the "town t hat t ime forgot." Se lf-g uided tour brochure available. Read t he history on markers and enjoy the park. Free. US Hwy. 129, Clinton, 31032
478-986-1123 I l::l b.
CONYERS
Black Shoals Park
This 650-acre reservoir offers fishi ng, boating, canoeing and hiking. Daily. Mon.Sat. 8 a.m .-9 p.m. Call for fees for park and boats. 3001 Black Shoals Rd ., Conyers, 30013 770-785-5922, 770-761-1611,
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Georgia International Horse Park
Home of the 1996 Olympic equestrian and mountain biking events, it has horse trails, biking trails and events. Office open Mon.Fri. 8 a.m .-5 p.m. Call for fee s. 1996 Centennial Olympic Pkwy., Conyers, 30013 770-860-4190, BOO-CONYERS,
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Haralson Mill Covered Bridge
On the northwest corner of Randy Poynter Lake, v isitors can drive o n t he covered wooden bridge, the first of its kind to be built in Georgia. Free. Haralson Mill Rd ., off Bethel Rd., Conyers, 30013 rockdalecounty.org
Lewis Vaughn Botanical Gardens
Nestled in the heart of downtown Conyers, Georgia Pi edmo nt-nat ive p lants t hrive here. Daily 9 a.m .-6 p.m . Free. Main, Center, Commercial and Ra ilroad sts., Conyers, 30012 770-602-2606, BOO-CONYERS,
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Milstead 104 Dinky Steam Locomotive
The Dinky is a 1905 Rogers steam locomotive that haul ed cotton bales from the m ai n line to the textile mill on the Yellow River. Dai ly. Green St., Conyers, 30012 770-602 2606, BOO-CONYERS, conyersga .com
Monastery of the Holy Spirit
The 2,000-acre grounds include a bonsai garden greenhouse ard lake. It hosts service, tours and relrg ious retreats. Dai ly 10 a.m.-5 p.m . Vespers at 5:20. 2625 GA Hwy. 212, Conyers, 30094
770-483-8705, trappist.net I [;l WC b.
COVINGTON
Charlie Elliott Wildlife Center
On t his 6.400-acre preserve, enjoy 29 ponds and a five-acre rock outcropping, hiking, fishing, birding, hunting and camping. Ce nter Tue.-Sat. 9 a.m .-4:30 p.m. Free. 543 Elliott Tri., Mansfield, 30055
770-784-3059 I l::l WC b.
Turner Lake
A great place for fishing, hiking and walking. 6185 Turner Lake Rd ., Covington, 30014 706-468-8994, 706-468-8043
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Jackson
Butts County Chamber of Commerce
Cities: Jackson. Indian Springs Mon.-Fri. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. 206 E. Third St., Jackson, 30233 770-775-4839, chamberbuttscounty.org [;lWC b
Macon
I:\ Macon Downtown \.V Welcome Center
Mon.-Sat. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. 200 Cherry St., Macon, 31201 478-743-3401, 800-768-3401,
maconga.org I [;l WC b
I:\ Macon Bibb 1-75 \.V Welcome Center
Daily 9 a.m.-5:30 p.m. 1-75 South, Macon, 31208
478-994-9191, maconga.org I [;l WC b.
Madison
/:\ Madison-Morgan County
\.V Welcome Center
Cities: Madison, Rutledge Mon.-Fri. 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m., Sat. 10 a.m.5 p.m., Sun. 1-4 p.m. 115 E. Jefferson St., Madison, 30650 706-342-4454, 800-709-7406,
madisonga.org I [;l WC b
Milledgeville
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Mon.-Fri. 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Sat. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. 200 W. Hancock St., MIiiedgeviiie, 31059 478-452-4687, 800-653-1804,
milledgevillecvb.com I [;l WC b.
Monroe
Walton County Chamber of Commerce
Cities: Monroe, Social Circle Mon.-Thurs. 9 a.m.-5 p.m ., Fri. 9 a.m .-4 p.m. 132 E. Spring St., Monroe, 30655
770-267-6594, waltonchamber.org I [;l b.
Monticello
Monticello-Jasper County Chamber of Commerce, Trailhead and Visitors Center
Mon.-Fri. 9 a.m .-4 p.m. 119 W. Washington St. on the Square, Monticello, 31064 706-468-8994, monticelloga.org [;lWC b Y
Perry
Perry Area Convention and ([) Visitors Bureau, Perry Welcome Center
Mon.-Fri. 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m., Sat. 10 a.m .4 p.m., Memorial Day-Labor Day, Sun. 1-5 p.m. 101 Gen. Courtney Hodges Blvd., Perry, 31069
478-988-8000, perryga.com I [;l WC b
Roberta
Roberta-Crawford County Chamber of Commerce
Cities: Roberta, Knoxville Mon., Tue., Fri. 10 a.m.-3 p.m. 38 Wright Ave., Roberta, 31078 478-836-3825,
robertacrawfordchamber.org I [;l WC b.
Warner Robins
Warner Robins Convention and Visitors Bureau
Mon.-Fri. 8 a.m.-5 p.m. 99 N. First St., Warner Robins, 31093 478-922-5100, 888-288-WRGA (9742),
warner-robins.org I [;l WC b
Watkinsville
Oconee Welcome Center
54 Nancy Dr., Watkinsville, 30677 706-769-5197, visitoconee.com
CULLODEN
Settled in 7780 by a Scottish highlander, it hosts the oldest Methodist church in Georgia. saw a Civil War battle and now hosts the Scottish Highland Games and the Ham Slam Cook-off.
EATONTON
Alice Walker Driving Tour
This se lf-guided driving t rail takes you to poi nts of interest for A lice Wa lker. Brochure available at the Chamber of Commerce. 105 S. Washington St., Eatonton, 31024 770-358-3132, eatonton.com
Lake Oconee
Enjoy boating, fishing and golfi ng along lovely Lake Oconee. Daily. Dawn-dusk. Free. Eatonton, 31024
706-485-7701 , eatonton.com I [;l
Lake Sinclair
Relax o n 417 miles of scenic shoreline, with public boat ramps, tailrace fishing and various other activities for your enjoyment. Daily. Free. Eatonton, 31024
706-485-7701, eatonton.com I l::l
Lawrence Shoals Recreation Area
Boat ing, swimming, pic nicking and camping are offered. Sun.-Thurs. 7 a.m.-9 p.m ., Fri. Sat. 7 a.m.-10 p.m. Call for camping fees. 125 Wallace Dam Rd., Eatonton, 31024 706-485-5494, georgiapower.com/gpclake [;l WC b.
Oconee Springs Park
This park offers camping facilities, camp store, cabi ns and boat launchi ng . Cal l for hours and fees . 109 S. Spring Rd., Eatonton, 31024
706-485-8423, eatonton.com I [;l WC b. Y
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BUREAU AND WELCOME CENTER
100 West Heritage Blvd, Byron, Georgia 31008 478-956-2409 or 888-686-3496
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Shop and Dine Downtown on "The Square Self-guided Historical Home Tour Self-guided Movie Memories Tour
www.newtonchamber.com/ 800-616-8626
We Hope You Keep Georgia on Your Mind 1.800.768.3401 www.historicgeorgia.org
Rock Eagle Effigy About 5,000 years old , thi s prehistoric rock effigy in the shape of an eag le is believed to have been built by a tribe of Creek Indians as a ceremonial meeting place. Daily. Free.
350 Rock Eagle Rd., Eatonton, 31024 706-484-2800, rockeagle4h.org
Uncle Remus Museum First-edition books and characters tell the story of the folklorist. Mon.-5at. 10 a.m.5 p.m., Sun. 2-5 p.m. Closed Tue. Sept.-May. Call for guided tour. Adults $1 , ch il dren 50 cents.
2414 Oak St., US Hwy. 441 5., Eatonton, 31024
706-485-6856, uncleremus.com I ;l WC 6-
FLOVILLA
Indian Springs State Park One of the nation 's oldest parks, it is known for its natural curative springs and hi storic buildings. Enjoy camping, cottages, a swimming beach, boating and a nature trail. Daily 7 a.m .-10 p.m. $3 parking . 15 miles from 1-75, off GA Hwy. 42,
Flovilla, 30216 770-504-2277, 800-864-7275,
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FORSYTH
Historic Commercial District Tour Se lf-guided walk ing tours, maps and brochures are available at the Chamber of Commerce.
Downtown Forsyth, 31029
' 478-994-9239, 888-642-4628,
forsyth-monroechamber.com I ;l WC
Monroe County Museum and Genealogy Room Offering extensive information on 19thcentury Middle Georgia, the county historical museum is a va luable resource for budding genealogists. Wed.-Fri. 9 a.m.-4 p.m . Free.
Tift College Dr., Forsyth, 31029
478-994-5070, gamchs.com I ;l WC 6-
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The town of Madison was recently declared the "No. 1 Small Town in America" by Travel Holiday magazine. It's no wonder, because Madison has the largest designated historic district in Georgia, encompa sing most of the town. Sherman's troops spared Madison in their March to the Sea becau e it was the hon1e of pro-Union senator Joshua Hill.
FORT VALLEY
American Camellia Society-Massee Lane Gardens, Annabelle Lundy Fetterman Educational Museum See the rose garden, the environmental garden, the Japanese garden and the sculpture display. Daily. Call for hours and tours. Adults $5, children free, seniors $4.
100 Massee Ln ., Fort Valley, 31030
478-967-2358, camellias-acs.com I ;l WC 6- T
Anderson House Museum Originally built as the pres ident's home for Fort Valley State University, this living museum is furnished in the style of the late 1800s. Mon.-Fri. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Free.
1005 State University Dr., Fort Valley, 31030
478-825-6445 I il WC T
Big Six Farm Treat yourself to a t aste of the country when you visit this peach and pecan farm. Open May-Aug. and Nov.-Jan. Free.
5575 Zenith Mill Rd ., Fort Valley, 31030 478-825-7504, big6farm.com
C. W. Pettigrew Farm and Community Life Center This facility has an audito rium and revolv ing art exhibi t. Mon.-Fri. 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Additional hours during scheduled events. Call for fees.
1005 State University Dr., Fort Valley, 31030 478-825-6478, fvsu .edu
Lane Packing Company At Lane's peach-packing facility, browse the locally grown produce at the market. Tours available daily. Call for hours. Free.
GA Hwy. 96, SO Lane Rd ., Fort Valley, 31030 478-825-3362, 800-27-PEACH,
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GORDON
Depot and Railroad Museum See the extensive Civil War memorabilia, the Old Jail and Confederate cemetery in this town that was part of Sherman's March to the Sea. First and third Sat. 10 a.m. 4 p.m. Free.
Railroad St., Gordon 478-628-2866
HADDOCK
Olive Forge Herb Farm This farm offers 360 varieties of herbs in display gardens, a nursery and a shop with culinary items and toiletries made at the farm. Call for hours. Free.
161 Brown's Crossing, Haddock, 31033
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DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES
Forsyth Rum Creek Wildlife Management Area Hunting, fishing and bird watching are available. Park open daily. Call office Mon.- Fri. 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m. for hunting information.
GA Hwy. 18, Forsyth, 31029 478-994-1438, georgiawildlife.com ilWC 6'
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HIGH FALLS
Buck Creek Village The village offers lodging, cafes, general stores and gift sho ps all right next door to High Falls State Park. High Falls Rd ., High Falls 866-504-8080, buckcreekvillage.com
INDIAN SPRINGS
Indian Springs Hotel/Museum This Fed era list-style hotel is w here Creek Indian Chief Wi lliam McIntosh signed the Treaty of 1825 that ceded 4 .7 mil lion acres from the Creeks to t he St ate of Georgia. 1807 GA Hwy. 42 S., Indian Springs, 30216 770-775-2493, buttscountyhistoricalsociety.org I [ii WC 6' Tl T
The Village at Indian Springs Once a Creek Indian commu ni ty, now vis itors ca n rent cot tages, bikes and ca noes. Then exp lore w him sica l gardens and t he 1890 Queen Anne-st y le chape l. 1834 Hwy. 42 5., Indian Springs, 30216 770-775-5350, thevillageatindiansprings.com
JACKSON
Dauset Trails Nature Center Explore the ponds, creeks, wildflower fields, wooded trails and nature center. Camping for groups available. Mon.-Sat. 9 a.m.-5 p.m ., Sun. 12-5 p.m . Cal l for guided tours. Free. 360 Mt. Vernon Rd., Jackson, 30233
770-775-6798, dausettrails.com I [ii WC 6' T
High Falls State Park Hike along the Towaliga River to the remains of an 1880s gristmill, and enjoy camping , a lake with boat rental, trails and a swimming pool. Daily 7 a.m.-10 p.m. $3 parking . Just east of 1-75, Ex it 198 478-993-3053, 800-864-7275,
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Lake Jackson Swim , fish and boat in the p lacid waters of t his 4,700-acre lake. Dai ly 7 a.m .-10 p.m. Parking at adjacent Lloyd Shoals Park $3. Jackson Lake Rd., Jackson, 30233
770-775-4753, jackson-lake.com I [ii WC 6'
JULIETTE
Jarrell Plantation Historic Site This cotton plantation has a cotton gin, gristmill, animals, a farmhouse with antiques, and a museum . Tue.-Sat. 9 a.m.-5 p.m ., Sun. 2-5:30 p.m. Ca ll for groups. $2.50-$4. 18 miles east of 1-75, Exit 171
478-986-5172, gastateparks.org I [ii WC 6'
Lake Juliette With 3,600 acres strictly for fishing, the lake prohibits boats with engines greater than 25 horsepower, as well as personal watercrafts. Daily. Mar.-Oct. 7 a.m.-10 p.m. US Hwy. 23 and GA Hwy. 87, Juliette, 31046 478-994-9239, 888-642-4628, 888-GPC-LAKE, sout herncompany.com/ gapower
WhistleStop Cafe and Juliette Community Fans of the film Fried Green Tomatoes will want to stop in at the real-life WhistleStop Cafe and visit the surrounding area. Sun., Tue., 11 a.m.-4 p.m ., Wed .-Sat. 11 a.m .- 6 p.m. 443 Mccrackin St., Juliette, 31046 478-992-8886, 888-642-4628,
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KNOXVILLE
Historic Knoxville John Pemberton, who invented the formula for Coca-Cola, was born near Knoxville, and the Lone Star state flag of Texas was made and designed in Knoxville. Guided tours. Cou rthouse Square, Knoxville, 31050 478-836-382S, robertacrawfordchamber.org
Knoxville Old Jail Museum On the National Register of Historic Places, the Old Jail has memorabilia from times gone by. Find out what it would have been like to be on the wrong side of the law. GA Hwy. 42 S., Knoxville, 31050 478-836-3825, robertacrawfordchamber.org
MACON
Around-Town Tours of Historic Macon Enjoy Macon w ith discounted pre-packaged admission to attractions. Book an in-town tour, a downtown tour or a combination tour. Mon.-Sat. 9 a.m .-5 p.m. Call for fees. 200 Cherry St., Macon, 31201 478-743 -3401 , 800-768-3401, maconga.org [;lWC 6'
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Arts, Antiques, & the Senator Sam Nunn Museum Home of the historic New Perry Hotel
ANNUAL EVENTS IN PERRY...
EBRUARY: Georgia National Rodeo
MARCH: Peaches to the Beaches
Annual Yard Sale
APRIL: Dogwood restival;
Mossy Creek restival
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locat~ off 1-75 at Ex,ts 134,135, 136, and 138.
JULY: Big Bang Boom OCTOBER: Georgia National Fair;
Mossy Creek restival
NOVEMB ER: Best of Downtown
DECEM BER: Christmas at the Crossroads
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, Get 1-800-768-3401 www.v1s1tmacon.org ready to rock when you roll into historic Macon,
the Georgia Sports Hall of Fame. Learn about authentic cultural
Georgia. An eclectic fusion of amazing architecture blends traditions at the Tubman African American Museum. See Satilla,
smoothly with urban downtown digs. Enjoy al fresco
dining at a charming cafe. Listen to live music in a local pub and
a live alligator, who lives at the Museum of Arts and Sciences.
Then, head to Starcadia for all-out family fun.
catch a movie in a classic theatre. Join the thriving cultural scene
Stroll along our beautiful boulevards lined with 300,000
with hundreds oflive performances and hot concerts in classic
cherry blossom trees, art galleries, boutiques and antebellum
venues every season. Stay downtown at the Ramada Plaza for easy mansions. Feel like royalty touring the Hay House, featured on
access to it all.
A&E's "America's Castles." Have a blast seeing Civil War
Our museums even rock and roll. Take an Around Town
memorabilia at the Cannonball House. Wax poetic and glimpse
trolley tour of top anractions and historic sites. Pick up a Gretsch the life of an inspirational author at the Sidney Lanier Conage.
guitar and play a tune at the Georgia Music Hall of Fame,
We're rocking year-round in historic Macon, Georgia.
celebrating Macon's own Little Richard, Otis Redding and the
Grab your guitar and get plugged in. Go to www.visitmacon.org
Allman Brothers. Shoot hoops and drive a NASCAR simulator at for a complete guide to the Song and Soul of the South.
Hay House
934 Georgia APent (478) 742-8155 u,ww.hayhouse.org Mon.--Sat. 10--4, Sun. 1-4 Tour "The Palace of che Souch" a National Historic Landmark built in chc 1850s featuring exquisite decorative finishes and stained glass and 18th-19th century furnishings. Admission charged.
Cannonball House
856 Mu/bmy Strtet (478) 745-5982 www.cannonballhouse.org Tours: Mon.--Sat. 10-5 This beautifully rescoccd 1853 Greek Revival mansion was named for an inf.u:nous cannonball chat struck chc home during che Civil War. Tours include a Confederate museum collection, original kitchen house, and furnishings from Wesleyan College's first cwo secret societies for women.
Sidney Lanier Cottage
935 High Smet (478) 743-3851 www.hist!Jricmacon.org Mon.--Sat. 10--4 Seep back in time wich a guided tour of chis 1840 V1ctorian coccage, renowned as the birthplace of poet and musician, Sidney Oopcon Lanier, who penned "The Marshes of Glynn" and "Song of the Chanahoochee." Museum shop. Call for events schedule.
Macon Arts
414 ChmyStreet (478) 743-6940 www.maconam.org Mon.-Fri. 11-5 The Macon Aits gallery showcases original works by more than 70 local artists chat make perfect souvenirs of che region. Don't miss "Fired Works" a regional ceramics exhibition and sale, April 20-29, 2007, featuring 50 Georgia sculptors and pottcrs.
Museum ofArts and Sciences
4182 Forsyth Road (478) 477-3232 www.masmacon.com Mon.-Sat. 10-5; Sun. 1- 5; Last Fri. ofeach month 10-8 Adults $8, Seniors $6, Stu&ntr $5, Children under 12 $4 Discover che world in chree changing exhibition galleries and che Discovery House wich fun f.unily activities. Daily programs in che Mini-Zoo and planetarium. Also visit che observatory, nature trails, and Museum Score.
Ramada Plaza
108 First Smet (478) 746-1461 www.crow11epfauz.com Experience che sleep advantage at Macon's upscale Ramada Plaza Hotel, located in che heart of downtown. Amenities include high-speed internee, business center, pool, rescauranc, lounge, and more. Close co acccaccions and pee friendly.
Trolley Transponation National Landmark
H ay House Cannonball House Sidney Lanier Cottage St. Joseph's Catholic C hurch
HI STORIC MACON GA TOURS
Around Town Tours offer a co nvenient way co explore
historic Macon, Georgia.
Downtown Tour includes: Georgia Music H all of Fame Tubman African
American Museum Georgia Sports Hall of Fame Douglass Theatre
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We invite you co enjoy our gracious souchern hospirality as we celebrate in grand style the magnificent beauty of our 300,000 Aowering Yoshino cherry trees in rhe Cherry Blossom Capital ofthe World.
Visit www.cherryblossom.com for a full schedule of events (478) 751-7429
Annunl Cherry Blossom Ftstwal March 28-April 6, 20
Batting Cages Kiddie Park 25 ft . Super Bounce
lrampolinc Jump 30 ft. Rock Wa ll 10,000 sq . ft. Arcade
wit h Regu latio n Billiards and Soft Tip Darts Open Year Round
''Named One ofAmerica's Dozen Distinctive Destinations"
"All travelers who want a unique vacation experience full of history, scenery, music, food and great Southern hospitality should put Macon at the top of their must-see list."
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R.E.M., recent inductees of the Georgia Music Hall of Fame in Macon
Cannonball House and Civil War Museum This Greek Revival home. built in 1853 and complete with period furnishings, is now the site of a collection of Civil War artifacts. Mon.Sat. 10 a.m .-5 p.m. Guided tours available. 856 Mulberry St., Macon, 31201 478-745-5982, cannonballhouse.org ~WCo-T
Douglass Theatre Otis Redding and James Brown performed in this theater. which has been restored as a film , performance and meeting venue. Mon.Fri. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Call for tours . 355 MLK Jr. Blvd., Macon, 31201 478-742-2000, douglasstheatre.org ~ WCo-T
Federated Garden Clubs Center Neel Reid designed this 1910 English Tudor home. It became the headquarters of the Federated Garden Clubs of Macon in 1957. Mon.-Fri. 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Guided tours $3. 730 College St., Macon, 31201
478-742-0921, fgcmacon.org I ~ WC 6- T
Georgia Music Hall of Fame See memorabilia of more than 450 artists, interactive shows and changing exhibits. Mon.-Sat. 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Sun. 1-5 p.m. Call for groups. Adults $8, students/ seniors $6. 200 MLK Jr. Blvd., Macon, 31201 478-751-3334, 888-GAROCKS,
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Georgia Sports Hall of Fame The largest state sports hall of fame in the U.S. celebrates athletes like Hank Aaron. Nancy Lopez and Bobby Jones. Mon.-Sat. 9 a.m.-5 p.m . Sun. 1-5 p.m. Call for fees. 301 Cherry St., Macon, 31201 478-752-1585, georgiasportshalloffame.com ~WCo-T
Hay House This Italian Renaissance Revival house boasts 18 rooms decorated with museum pieces. Mon.-Sat. 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Sun. 1-4 p.m. Guided tours available. Call for fees . 934 Georgia Ave., Macon, 31201
478-742-8155, hayhouse.org I ~ WC 6-T
Historic Macon lntown Trolley Tour Hop aboard the MITSI Trolley where a docent will take you on a guided tour of many of Macon's historic sites. 200 Cherry St., Macon, 31201 478-743-3401, 800-768-3401, maconga.org
Lake Tobesofkee Recreation Area Arrowhead Park, Sandy Beach Park and Claystone Park feature fishing, camping, boating, tennis and swimming. Daily 6 a.m.10 p.m. Day use $3. Call for camping fees . 6600 Mosely Dixon Rd., Macon, 31220 478-474-8770, maconga.org I ~ WC 6- T
Lights on Macon Illumination Tour Some of the city's most resplendent homes are lit 365 days a year to showcase their unique architectural features on this free self-guided tour. Nightly at dusk. Downtown Macon, Macon, 31201 478-743-3401, 800-768-3401, maconga.org
Macon Arts Gallery Local artists show their one-of-a-kind sculpture, ceramics, pottery and fi ne paintings. New artwork is added frequently. Mon.-Fri. 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Free.
' 414 Cherry St., Macon, 31201
478-743-6940, maconarts.org I ~
Museum of Arts and Sciences The museum features frequently changing art, science and humanities exhibits, complete with the Discovery House, mini-zoo and planetarium. Daily. Call for fees. 4182 Forsyth Rd., Macon, 31210
478-477-3232, masmacon.com I ~ WC 6- T
Ocmulgee National Monument See buria l mounds, an earth lodge reconstructed over the original 1,000-year-old floor, an outline of a colonial trading post, and a museum. Da ily 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Call for groups. Free. 1207 Emery Hwy., Macon, 31217 478-752-8257, nps.gov/ocmu I ~WC'
Rose Hill Cemetery
Many famous Macon citizens rest here, including Civil War soldiers and Southern rock 'n ' roll legend Duane Allman . Daily until sunset. Free. 1091 Riverside Dr., Macon, 31204
~'478-743-3401, 800-768-3401, maconga.org
Sidney Lanier Cottage Tour this c. 1840 cottage that is the birthplace of the famous poet and musician. Guided tours Mon.-Sat. 10 a.m.-4 p.m . Adults $5, seniors and military $4, youth $3. 935 High St., Macon, 31201
478-743-3851, historicmacon.org I ~ WC 6-T
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Starcadia Entertainment Park Choose from blast er boats, a rock-c limbing wall, mini-golf, racecars, bowling and a trampoline high jump. Call for hours and fees. 150 Starcadia Cir., Macon, 31210 478-475-9880, starcadia.net I [;l WC 6' fl Y
Tubman African-American Museum It has more t han a dozen ga lleries d escribing t he saga of Africans in America. Mon.-Sat. 9 a.m.-S p.m., Sun. 2-5 p.m. Adults $5, children $3. Call for g uided t ours. 340 Walnut St., Macon, 31201 478-743 -8544, tubmanmuseum.com [;lWC 6'
MADISON
Big Sandy Creek Dairy Farm The first dairy parlor in Georgia has been in operation here since 1950 and milks 80 cows twice a day. Tue., Th urs . and by appt. 4541 Bostwick Rd., Madison, 30650 706-342-2727, bigsandycreek.com I [;l WC
Bruce Weiner Microcar Museum Microcars fro m t he 1940s and '50s from Germany, Spai n and t he U.S. 2950 Eatonton Rd., Madison, 30650 706-342-1799, microcarmuseum.com
Heritage Hall The 1811 museum boasts antiques and window etchings by girls w ho once lived there. Mon.-Sat. 11 a.m .-4 p.m., Sun. 1:304 :30 p.m . Call for fees . 277 S. Main St., Madison, 30650 706-342-9627, 800-545-8771 ,
friendsofheritagehall.org I [;l WC 6' fl Y
Madison-Morgan Cultural Center See th is 1895 Romanesque schoolhouse and its museum. Tue.-Sat. 10 a.m .-5 p.m ., Sun. 2-5 p.m . Call for groups. Adults $3, children $2, seniors $2.50. 434 S. Main St., Madison, 306S0 706-342-4743, madisonmorgancultural.org [;l WC 6-Y
Morgan County AfricanAmerican Museum Th is m useum preserves Africa n-America n heritage and promotes awareness. Tue.- Fri. 10 a.m.-4 p.m ., Sat. 12-4 p.m. Guided tours available. Call for fees. 156 Academy St., Madison, 30650 706-342-9191 I [;l WC 6'
Rogers House and Rose Cottage Th is 180 9 museu m is furnished with period pieces, and the Rose Cottage is tastefully restored . Tours Mon.-Sat. 10 a.m .-4:30 p.m., Sun. 1:30-4:30 p.m . Ad ults $3, st udents $2. 179 E. Jefferson St., Madison, 30650 706-343-0190,
madisonga.org/attractions.htm I [;l WC 6'
MILLEDGEVILLE
Allied Arts Cultural CenterJohn Marlor House and Marlor Arts Center Galleries The Federal-style John Marlor Ho use was bui lt in t he 1830s as a wedding present. It currently houses offices of the Allied Arts Cen ter. Mon.-Fri. 9 a.m.-4 :30 p.m. Free. 201 N. Wayne St., Milledgeville, 31061 478-452-3950, milledgevillealliedarts.com [;lWC 6'
Andalusia Farm Tour the home of beloved American author Flannery O'Connor. Mon., Tue., Sat. 10 a.m.4 p.m . or by appt. US Hwy. 441 N., Milledgeville, 31061
478-454-4029, andalusiafarm .org I [;l WC
Bartram Forest The forest boasts walki ng tra ils, b ird-watching , educational kiosks, a pavilion and a garden. Mon.-Fri. 8 a.m.-4 :30 p.m. Free. US Hwy. 441 S., Milledgeville, 31061 478-445-2119, milledgevillecvb.com I [;l WC 6'
Flannery O'Connor Memorial This admirable collection includes signature pieces from O'Connor's farmhouse, plus her personal library, memorabilia and rot ating exh ibits. Mon.-Fri. 8 a.m.-4 p.m . Free. Ina D. Russell Library, Georgia College and State University, Milledgeville, 31061 478-445-4047, library.gcsu.edu I [;l WC 6'
Historic Trolley Tours Take a guided trolley tour of Georgia 's antebe llum capita l. Tours begi n at the Milledgevil le CVB. 200 W. Hancock St., Milledgeville, 31061 478-452-4687, 800-653-1804, milledgevillecvb.com
Lake Sinclair Lake Sinclair is an idyllic sett ing for boating, fishing and lakeside lei sure. Da ily. Free. US Hwy. 441 , Milledgeville, 31061 478-452-4687, 800-653-1804, milledgevillecvb.com I [;l WC
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A village of tum of the century styled shops and museum behind and adjacent to the Blue Willow Inn Restaurant in Social Circle.
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Clock Shop (Old and New) - Bakery - Gounnet Cookware Shop Christmas Shop - Pottery and Crafts
294 N. Cherokee Rd. (Ga. Hwy 11) Social Circle, Georgia 30025 Take 1-20 East to Exit 98
Call Today TT0-464-2131 or 1-800-552-8813 Lunch and Dinner... TUNday thru Sunday http://Www.bluewlllowlnn.com
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Lockerly Hall and Lockerly Arboretum
The 1839 Lockerly Hall is a fine example of plantation architecture. Tours available with Milledgeville (:V B. Mon.-Wed. for Hal l. 8:30 a.m-4:30 p.m., ca ll for Sat. hours. Free. 1534 Irwinton Rd., Milledgeville, 31061
478-452-2112, lockerlyarboretum.org I l;l WC
Memory Hill Cemetery
Memory Hill was one of four public squares in the 1803 town plan. Author Flannery O'Conner and Congressman Carl Vinson are among those buried here. Daily. Liberty and Franklin sts., Milledgeville, 31061 478-452-4687, 800-653-1804, milledgevillecvb.com
Old Governor's Mansion
A $10-mill ion restoration effort has returned the mansion to its 1850s appearance. Tours include servants' area, main floor and bedroom level. Call for hours and fees. 120 S. Clarke St., Milledgeville, 31061
478-445-4545, gcsu.edu/mansion I l;l WC b
Old State Capitol Building/ Georgia's Old Capital Museum
Visit the former capital of Georgia in the former Capitol building, with exhibits on area history and culture. Mon.-Fri. 10 a.m.4 p.m., Sat. 12-4 p.m. Call for tours and fees. 201 E. Greene St., Milledgeville, 31061 478-453-1803, oldcapitalmuseum.org l;lWC b
St. Stephen's Episcopal Church
Union troops poured molasses into the organ's pipes, rendering it useless. In 1909, New York Life Insurance Company's president replaced the organ. Free. 220 5. Wayne St., Milledgeville, 31061 478-452-2710, ststephensga.org
MONROE
Davis-Edwards House
Built in 1845, it houses the Historical Society of Walton County and has a secret room. By reservation only. Open 1st and 3rd Sat. 10 a.m. -2 p.m. Call for fees. 238 N. Broad St., Monroe, 30655
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McDaniel-Tichenor House
The neoclassical mansion, former home
of Gov. Henry Dickerson McDaniel, contains
many period features . Tue.-Fri. 10 a.m.-
4 p.m. Call for guided tours. $3.
319 McDaniel St., Monroe, 30655
770-267-5602, mcdaniel-tichenor.org
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William Harris Homestead
The circa-1825 homestead provides a rare g limpse into how the earliest homesteaders lived . Open the 1st and 3rd Sat. of every month. 10 a.m.-2 p.m . 3636 Georgia Hwy. 11, Monroe, 30656 770-267-5844, 404-816-2943, harrishomestead .com
MONTICELLO
Jackson Lake
Jackson Lake is great for swimming, boating and fishing . Daily. Free. GA hwys. 16 and 212, Monticello, 31064
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Did You Know...
Flannery O 'Connor (1925-1960) 1s widely regarded as one of the best American writers, having penned such works as A Good Man is Hard to Find and Wise Blood. For most of her life she lived in Milledgeville at Andalusia Farm, staying involved in cornn1tmity events and using her surroundings as an inspiration for her acclaimed stories.
Monticello Crossroads Scenic Byway
The sce nic- byway driving tour commences at the rock-formed Dow's Pulpit, where Reverend Lorenzo Dow, the famous "walking evangelist," used to preach. Daily. Free. At GA hwys. 11 and 83, Monticello, 31064
706-468-8834, monticelloga.org I l;l b
Monticello Historic Distri ct Driving Tour
Free brochure available in visitors center. 123 W. Washington St., Monticello, 31064 706-468-8994, monticelloga.org
Seven Islands Trail
This Indian trail, which later became a stagecoach route, dates back to 1670. Travel dirt roads and enjoy a nostalgic ride throughout Jasper County. Daily. Free. Jasper County, Monticello, 31064 706-468-8994, monticelloga.org
MUSELLA
Dickey Farms
At the oldest operating packinghouse in the state of Georgia, enjoy the open-air market. Mon.-Fri. 8 a.m.-7 p.m., Sat.-Sun. 8 a.m.-6 p.m. Call for guided tours. Free. 3440 Old Hwy. 341 N., Musella, 31066 478-836-4362, 800-732-2442,
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OXFORD
Kitty's Cottage & Old Church
Tour the 1841 ch urch, which was the first chapel of Emory University. Kitty's Cottage was the home of a freed slave who did not want to return to Africa . Call ahead. Wesley St., Oxford, 30054 770-787-3868, 800-616-8626, newtonchamber.com
CHATTAHOOCHEE NATIONAL FOREST
Monticello Oconee National Forest
This forest encompasses 16,000 acres of public land, with two wildlife management areas, hiking, camping, bird watching and wildlife observation. Daily. Free. 1199 Madison Rd., Eatonton, 31024
706-485-7110, monticelloga.org I l;l
Soldiers' Cemetery
Two buildings on the Oxford College campus served as hospitals during the Civi l War. Also see a cemetery wit h the graves of 25 Confederate soldiers. Daily. Free. Oxford College Campus, Oxford, 30054
800-723-8328, emory.edu/OXFORD I l;l WC
PERRY
Georgia National Fairgrounds and Agricenter
This com plex hosts the Georgia National Fair, concerts, rodeos, horse shows, livestock, competitions, RV rallies and sporti ng events. 401 Larry Walker Pkwy., Perry, 31069 478-987-3247, 800-987-3247, gnfa.com
Historic Walking/Riding Tour
A self-guided walking or driving tour of historical homes and significant sites in Perry. Brochure available at the New Perry Hotel or the Perry Welcome Center. 101 General Courtney Hodges Blvd., Perry, 31069 706-485-7701, 706-485-3277, perryga .com
Sam Nunn Exhibit
This exhibit includes memorabilia commemorating Nunn from his early childhood to his days in Washington, D.C., as a U.S. senator. Mon.-Fri. 8 a.m.-4 :30 p.m. Free. 1100 Main St., Perry, 31069
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ROBERTA
Museum of Southeastern Indians
An outstanding collection of Indian artifacts from the culture of tribes in the southeastern United States. Call for hours and fees. 777 Julia Jordan Rd., Roberta, 31078
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TRAVEL SERVICES
Find out about various types of guided tours and their operators.
G & G Canoe Adventure Trips
Take a single-day or overnight Canoe Adventure Trip down the Flint River. 1400 Hwy. 128, Roberta, 31078 478-836-2729
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ROUND OAK
Piedmont National Wildlife Refuge Hiking trails, wildlife drive and fishing are available. Day light hours. Visitors center Mon.-Fri. 7:30 a.m.-5 p.m. Free.
718 Juliette Rd ., Round Oak, 31038 4 7 8 - 9 8 6 - 5441
RUTLEDGE
Hard Labor Creek State Park While best known for its golf course, this 5,804 acre park also offers camping, cottages, hiking and horse trails. Daily. 8 a.m.10 p.m. $3 parking. 1-20, Exit 105 to Rutledge, then follow signs 706-557-3001, 800-864-7275,
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SMARR
Sporting Clays Course and 5-Stand Find a 100-bird sporting clays course over 12 stations. 1064 Rumble Rd ., Smarr, 31086 478-994-9910
SOCIAL CIRCLE
Blue Willow Inn and Village Housed in a Greek Revi val mansion, this award-winning restaurant offers tours and the finest in Southern food. Check out the new village with great Georgia products.
294 N. Cherokee Rd ., GA Hwy. 11, Social Circle, 30025 770-464-2131 , 800- 552-8813, bluewillowinn .com
Fox Vineyards and Winery This award-winning family-owned winery offers tours of its 15-acre vi neyard and tast ings fi ve days a week. Wed.-Sat. 10 a.m .6 p.m ., Sun. 1-6 p.m. Adults $3. 225 GA Hwy. 11 S., Social Circle, 30025
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The Museum of Natural History and Creation This gallery features exhibits and a presen tation of natural history displays interpreted by talking robotic animals. Mon.-Sat. 10 a.m .5 p.m. Adults $7, children $5.
The Blue Willow Village, 294 N. Cherokee Rd., GA Hwy. 11, Social Circle
770-469-8208, galleryofcreation.com I [;l WC
WARNER ROBINS
Museum of Aviation and Georgia Aviation Hall of Fame This museum's more than 200,000 square feet of exhibits include historical displays of military aircraft and campaigns. Daily 9 a.m.5 p.m. Group tours by reservation. Free.
GA Hwy. 247 and Russell Pkwy., Warner Robins, 31088 478-926-6870, 888-807-33S9,
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WATKINSVILLE
Chappelle Gallery in the Historic Haygood House The gallery showcases glass, wood and wrought-iron works, as well as drawings and paintings, by nationally known artists. Mon.-Sat. 10 a.m.-5:30 p.m. Free.
2S S. Main St., Watkinsville, 30677
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Eagle Tavern Museum and Gift Shop This early-Georgia stagecoach stop and tavern also has a picnic area. Mon.-Sat. 10 a.m .-5 p.m. Adults $2, c hildren $1 .
26 N. Main St., Watkinsville, 30677
706-769-5197, visitoconee.com I [;l WC '
Elder Mill Covered Bridge Built c. 1897, this is one of t he last wooden bridges still in use on a pub lic road .
Elder Mill Rd., Watkinsville, 30677 706-769-5197, visitoconee.com
Happy Valley Pottery Happy Va lley Pottery features on-site pottery-making and glass-blowing demonstrations. Mon.-Sat. 8 a.m.-4 p.m. Sun. reservations. Free.
1210 Carson Graves Rd., Watkinsville, 30677
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OCAF Artist Exhibits Visit ongoing rotating displays of various artists from around the state in the historic 1902 Oconee school house.
34 School St., Watkinsville, 30677 706-769-4565, ocaf.com
Washington Farms Choose your own pumpki n, strawberries and b lackberries. In t he fall , take a hayride, visit the petting farm or try the corn maze. Cal l for hours and fees.
5691 Hog Mountain Rd., Watkinsville, 30677
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WINTERVILLE
Carter-Coile Country Doctor's Museum Housed in an authentic medical office from the late 1800s, t his unique museum recreates a country doctor's practice with tools for surgery, dentistry and eye exams.
Downtown Winterville, 30683 706-742-8600
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Bulldog Inn 1225 Commerce Rd.
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Campus Inn 3425 Atlanta Hwy.
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Comfort Suites 255 North Ave.
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Courtyard by Marriott 166 N. Finley St.
706-369-7000
Days Inn, Athen s 230 N. Finley St.
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Foundry Park Inn & Spa 295 E. Dougherty St.
706-549 -7020
Georgia Center Hotel 1197 S. Lumpkin St.
70 6- 54 8 -1311
Georgia Gameday Center 250 W. Broad St.
706-583-4500
Hampton Inn 2220 W. Broad St.
70 6- 54 8 - 9 6 0 0
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706 -353 - 6 8 0 0
Holiday Inn 197 E. Broad St.
706 -549-4 433
Holiday Inn Express 513 W. Broad St.
706-546-8122
Howard Johnson 2465 W. Broad St.
706-548-11 11
Mlcrotel Inn 1050 Ultimate Dr.
706-548-5676
Perimeter Inn 3791 Atlanta Hwy.
706 - 54 8 - 3 0 0 0
Suburban Extended Stay 2044 S. Milledge Dr.
706-208-8812
Travelodge 898 W. Broad St.
70 6 -549 -54 0 0
Country Hearth Inn 648 Hwy. 341 S.
770 -358-0967
Sun Inn 878 Hwy. 341 S.
770 - 358- 170 0
Best Western Inn & Suites 101 Dunbar Rd.
478-956-3056
Comfort Inn 115 Chapman Rd.
478 - 956 -160 0
Days Inn 246 Hwy. 49 N.
478-956 - 5100
Econo Lodge 515 Old Macon Rd.
478-956-5600
Econo Lodge 12003 Watson Blvd.. Exit 46
478-956-2800
Holiday Inn Express 102 Holiday Ct.
478 - 956 -7829
Passport Inn 111 Chapman Rd.
478-956-5200
Super 8 Motel 305 Hwy. 49 N.
478-956 - 33 11
Comfort Inn 1363 Klondike Rd.
770-760-0300
Conyers Motor Inn 1056 Dogwood Dr.
770-483- 4724
Country Inn & Suites 1312 Old Covington Hwy.
770 -785-2400
Days Inn 1350 Dogwood Dr.
770 -922-3314
Hampton Inn 1340 Dogwood Dr.
770-483-8838
Hawthorn Suites Golf Resort 1659 Centennial Olympic Pkwy. 770 -761-9155
Hollday Inn 1351 Dogwood Dr.
770-483-3220
Jameson Inn 1164 Dogwood Dr.
770 -760-1230
La Quinta Inn & Suites 1184 Dogwood Dr.
770-918-0092
Mlcrotel Inn & Suites Hotel 1412 Old McDonough Rd.
678-584-53 45
Royal Inn 1070 Dogwood Dr.
770-760-0777
Richfield Lodge 1297 Dogwood Dr.
770-4 8 3-1332
Suburban Extended Stay 1385 Old McDonough Hwy.
770-918 -0618
Best Western Executive Inn 10111 Alcovy Rd.
770-787- 49 0 0
Comfort Inn 10225 Hwy. 142 N.
770-784 -1849
Cornyrstone Lodge of America 9161 City Pond Rd.
67 8- 625-1000
Days Inn 10166 Alcovy Rd.
770-788-8919
Econo Lodge 10101 Alcovy Rd.
770 -786-4133
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites 9159 Access Rd.
Super 8 Motel 10130 Alcovy Rd.
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Budget Inn 616 N. Jefferson Ave.
706-485-2871
Cuscowilla Resort on Lake Oconee 126 Cuscowilla Dr. 706-485-9616
The Lodge on Lake Oconee 930 Lake Oconee Pkwy.
706-485-7785
Western Motel 926 Oak St.
70 6- 485 -1100
Best Western, HIiitop Inn 951 GA Hwy. 42 N.
478-994-9260
Budget Inn 1-75. Exit 188, GA Hwy. 42
478 - 994-933 3
Central Georgia Hotel 520 Holiday Cir.
478-994-9697
Comfort Inn 333 Harold G. Clark Pkwy.
478-994-3400
Days Inn 343 N. Lee St., Exit 187
478-994-2900
Econo Lodge 320 Cabiness Rd.
478-994-5603
Holiday Inn 480 Holiday Cir.
478-994-5691
New Forsyth Inn 130 N. Frontage Rd.
478 - 994 - 5161
Regency Inn 325 Cabiness Rd.
478-994 -2643
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Super 8 436 Tift College Dr.
Tradewlnds Motel 100 Tradewinds Dr.
Fort Valley
Days Inn & Suites 300 Commercial Hts.
Valley Inn 204 Commercial Hts.
Gray
Days Inn 288 W. Clinton St.
Indian Springs Holloway Cottages 1834 Hwy. 42 S., Flovilla
Jackson
Best Western Inn 385 Macon Ave.
Days Inn 625 E. Third St.
Loganville
Whits Inn 4648 Lawrenceville Rd.
Macon
Baymon! Inn & Suites 150 Plantation Inn Dr.
Baymont Inn & Suites 3590 Riverside Dr.
Best Inn & Suites 130 Holiday Dr. N.
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Best Western Inn & Suites 4681 Chambers Rd.
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Comf ort Inn & Suites 3935 Arkwright Rd.
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Crowne Plaza Macon 108 First St.
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Days Inn, North 2737 Sheraton Dr.
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Discovery Inn 4604 Chambers Rd.
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Econo Lodge 4951 Romeiser Dr.
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Fairfield Inn, West 110 Plantation Inn Dr.
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Hampton Inn, West 5010 Eisenhower Pkwy.
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Holiday Inn Express 2720 Riverside Dr.
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La Quinta Inn & Suites 3944 River Place Dr.
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Masters Inn Economy 4295 Pio Nono Ave.
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Quality Inn & Conference Center 4630 Chambers Rd.
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Ramada Inn & Conference Center 2690 Riverside Dr.
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Red Roof Inn 3950 River Place Dr.
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Travelodge 3850 Riverside Dr.
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Howard Johnson 2020 Eatonton Rd.
Red Roof Inn 2080 Eatonton Rd.
Super 8 Motel 2091 Eatonton Rd.
Wingate Inn 10 41 Ramada Ln.
MIiiedgeviiie Americas Best Value Inn 2627 N Columbia St.
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Comfort Inn 2595 N. Columbia St.
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Days Inn 2551 N. Columbia St.
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Hampton Inn 2461 N. Columbia St.
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New MIiiedgeviiie Hotel 1616 N. Columbia St.
Scottish Inn 2474 N. Columbia St.
Monticello
Monticello Motel 812 W. Washington St.
Perry
America's Best Inn 110 Perimeter Rd.
Best Western-Bradbury Inn & Suites 205 Leet Dr.
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Comfort Inn 1602 Sam Nunn Blvd.
Days Inn & Suites 201 Leet Dr.
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Econo Lodge 102 Valley Dr.
Great Inn 1006 St. Patrick Dr.
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Guesthouse Inn & Suites 202 Valley Dr.
Hampton Inn 102 Hampton Ct.
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Hollday Inn 200 Valley Dr.
Howard Johnson 100 Market Place Dr.
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Jameson Inn 200 Market Place Dr.
Knights Inn 704 Mason Terrace
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New Perry Hotel 800 Main St
Passport Inn 1519 Sam Nunn Blvd.
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Quality Inn 1504 Sam Nunn Blvd.
Red Carpet Inn 105 Gen. Courtney Hodges Blvd.
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Relax Inn 103 Marshallville Rd.
Sandman Motel 400 Gen. Courtney Hodges Blvd.
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Scottish Inns & Suites 405 Gen. Courtney Hodges Blvd.
Super 8 Motel 102 Plaza Dr.
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Swan Motel 744 Main St.
Travelodge 100 Westview Ln.
Warner Robins Admiral Benbow Inn 2079 Watson Blvd.
Americas Best Value Inn 1440 Watson Blvd.
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Best Western Peach Inn 2739 Watson Blvd .
Bradbury Inn & Suites 102 Rigby Dr.
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Budget Inn 2076 Watson Blvd.
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vast swath offertilefa rmland, the Magnolia M idlands entices travelers off the interstate onto gently rolling scenic highways dotted with fresh p roduce stands, eclectic yard sales and sleepy historic towns. Ride the straight and narrow alo ng the miles ofrailroad tracks, venture into shady pine fo rests on red dirt roads or meander along the riversfor offthe-beaten-path escapades.
The Ocmulgee and Oconee rivers combine to form the mighty A ltamaha. the heart and soul of this region. One of the most biologically diverse watersheds in the Southeast, the Altama ha is hom e to m ore than 120 rare and endangered species of plant and an imal life and is listed as one of the Nature Conservancy's "75 Last Great Places." Recreational opportunities abound, from picnicking and hiking along the shores to fishing and boating on the water.
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Tra in buffs should schedule a stop at the Heritage Station Museum in Douglas. Housed in the historic Georgia & Florida Railroad Depot, the museum celebrates the history of the railroad in Douglas. At the Train Triangle in Jesup, watch passing trains from the Ra ilfan Platform, visit the Wayne County Heritage Center in a railroad section hand house and see the Jesup/ Wayne County Welcome Center in the Little Red Caboose. Other points of locomotive interest include the old depot in Metter and the caboose in Alston.
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Kick off your trip in Statesboro. Centered on an early 20th-century farmstead, the Georgia Southern Botanical Garden offers visitors a unique view of the cultural and natural heritage of the southeastern coastal plain, an area rich in unique and endangered plants.
Take a moment to experience nature another way on the five beautiful acres in the heart of the Georgia Southern University campus at the Center for Wildlife Education and The Lamar Q . Ball, Jr. Raptor Center. A self-guided boardwalk tour winds through a wetlands area, an old-growth forest and a mountain display. An elevated walkway allows visitors an unobstructed and upclose encounter with a bald eagle in its nest. Before you take off from
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Travel down the scenic Woodpecker Trail to Appling County. Explore the mighty Altamaha River on your own or take a guided float; here you can enjoy over 100 miles of an area the Nature Conservancy declared one of the world's "75 Last Great Places." The two million acres of forestland along this waterway provide habitat for an array of wildlife and plant species.
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The rivers' watersheds create exceptional farmland that has always figured prominently here. Alma/ Bacon County is the Blueberry Capital of Georgia, while Vidalia is famous for its signature onions. Fresh produce is sold from tiny roadside stands around every bend and from bustling markets like the Farm Fresh Tattnall co-op and the Market on Madison in Dublin . Perhaps the region's most surprising agricultural venture is Statesboro's Meinhardt Vineyards and Winery, proud bearer of its own label of muscadine wine.
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Averitt Center for the Arts, Statesboro
Statesboro's Averitt Center for the Arts is home to the Emma Kelly Theater, named for the famous Bulloch County pianist/singer. Both the Martin Centre in Douglas and the Theatre Dublin in Dublin are beautifully restored and fully operational historic treasures. The historic Hawkinsville Opera House features monthly performances and tours of the facility. For a special treat, catch Tales from the Altamaha, a Georgia folk-life play based on the writings of Col. T. Ross Sharpe, at the historic Blue Marquee Theater in Lyons.
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The Vidalia Onion Conunittee funds scientific research conducted by the University of Georgia (UGA) to ensure the sweetness of the famed Vidalia onions. In 1996, a field research center opened in Toombs County, and much research relies on trained taste testers. UGA researchers estimate about one in 50 people have the ability for such taste analysis.
Little Ocmulgee State Park, near McRae, is a favorite for golfing, swimming, boating and fishing. Plus, its newly renovated lodge and restaurant, cabins, and campsites provide plenty of lodging options. General Coffee State Park features Heritage Farm, where guests can experience pioneer life firsthand. Lodging includes cottages, tent and RV campsites, a group lodge and a 19th-century cabin. Or, take some time in Statesboro to appreciate the pleasure of flowers and trees at Georgia Southern University's Botanical Garden in Statesboro. For a truly unique horticultural experience, visit Guido Gardens outside Metter, or stroll along Riverwalk in Dublin.
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water springs. Cool off in the Lazy River or fly down the water slides at Statesboro's water park, Splash in the Soro. Pack a picnic and spend the day in a boat at one of the area's nine public fishing facilities, or explore one of the wildlife management areas to really get away from it all.
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Attractions
ake advantage ofMagnolia Midlands' multitudes ofopportunities to enjoy its nature and wildlife.
BAXLEY
A. Randall Tuten Environmental Park Twenty acres of streams, wetlands and ponds with a floating dock, more than 100 species of trees and an amphitheater. Call for hours. Free. US Hwy. 15 S., Baxley, 31513 912-367-7731, baxley.org [;l WC 6'
Appling County Heritage Center The center's holdings include agricultural tools, black history, a war room, genealogy room and publications by local historians. Tue.-Fri. 12-4:30 p.m. Call for tours. Free. 209 Thomas St., Baxley, 31S13 912-367-8133 [;l WC 6'
Lake Mayers Visi t this 170-acre lake with fis hing, boati ng, swimming and water sports. Public beach area, picnic shelters, tables and grills, restrooms available. US Hwy. 341 , Baxley, 31513 912-367-8190, baxley.org
Moody Forest Natural Area In Moody Forest, 200- and 300-year-old long lea fs grow, as well as 600-year-o ld mammoth tupelo cypress and spectacular bluffside forests. Daily. Free. 3553 E. River Rd., Baxley, 31513 912-366-9549, baxley.org, nature.org [;l
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Jay Bird Springs Resort Enjoy mineral springs, a pool, water slide, roller-skating rink, ball fields, picnic grounds, lodging and camping facilities. Tue.-Sun. 11 a.m.-8 p.m. Call for fees. 1221 Jay Bird Springs Rd., Chauncey, 31011 229-868-2728 [;l WC 6'f l T
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Claxton Bakery Millions of pounds of fruitcake are baked and distributed annually by this worldfamous bakery. Mon.-Fri. 8 a.m.-6 p.m. Sat. 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m. Free. 203 W. Main St., Claxton, 30417 912-739-3441, 800-841-4211, claxtonfruitcake.com [;l WC 6' fl
Georgia Fruit Cake Company This fourth-generation family-owned business is famous for its delicious homemade fruitcakes. Mon.-Fri. 7 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Free. 5 S. Duval St., Claxton, 30417 912-739-2683, georgiafruitcakecompany.com [;l WC 6' I
COCHRAN
The town was once called Oykesboro, but was renamed for Judge Arthur E. Cochran, president of the Macon and Brunswick Railroad and a large influence in the county.
DOUGLAS
Veterans Park The park, located adjacent to the airport term inal, commemorates servicemen and women in the armed services. Park open daily dawn-dusk, terminal 8 a.m.-6 p.m. Greer Term inal, Douglas, 31533 912-384-1409, douglasga.org [;l WC 6'
Heritage Station Museum Located in t he old G&F Railroad depot, it shows the history of the railroad and local counties. Fine regional art for purchase. Gui ded tours Tue.-Sat. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. $1. 219 W. Ward St., Douglas, 31533 912-389-3461, cityofdouglas.com [;l WC 6'
Martin Centre The historic Martin Centre has been restored to its original 1940s art deco splendor. Call for hours and fees. Guided tours available. 109 E. Ashley St., Douglas, 31533 912-384-6070, cityofdouglas .com [;l WC 6'
DUBLIN
Dublin-Laurens Museum Built in 1904, this former library was converted into the museum of the Laurens County Historical Society. Tue.-Fri. 1-4:30 p.m. or by reservation. Free. Call for group tours. 311 Academy Ave., Dublin, 31021 478-272-9242 [;l WC 6'
The Market on Madison Located in downtown Dublin, the market provides stalls for local growers to sell their products. The market is also used for community and special events. Madison St., Dublin 478-272-2560
Theatre Dublin The theater has been renovated as a performing arts center. Call for schedule and fees. 314 Academy Ave., Dublin, 31040 478-277-5074 [;l WC 6'
Walking Tour of Historic Downtown Dublin A guide may be obtained from the Downtown Development Authority, which includes a map of the downtown area and the history of the older structures. P.O. Box 689, Dubl in, 31040 478-272-2560
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Eastman-Bishop-Bullock House William Pitt Eastman built this house as his residence in 1872, and it was preserved by the Dodge Historical Society in 1993. Call for hours and tours. Free. 407 Eastman Way, Eastman, 31023 478-374-1921 [;l WC
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Big Creek Trail Rides Four-wheeler heaven on the 2nd weekend and 4th Sat. each month. Private rides available alternate weekends. $15 per day, $25 for the weekend, with campsite. Call for hours. GA Hwy. 230 W., Hawkinsville, 31036 478-783-2968, bigcreektrailride.com C;lWC I
Butler Brown Gallery A world-renowned artist, Butler Brown has paintings hanging in the White House. Tue.Fri. 10 a.m .-5 p.m., Sat. 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Free. GA Hwy. 26 E., 1-75 N., exit 127, 13.7 miles east of Hawkinsville, 31036 478-892-9323, 866-481-5980 [;l WC 6'
Historic Opera House Stages concerts and other live performances on its full -size stage with near-perfect acoustics. Free tours by reservation. Daily 10 a.m.-4 p.m . Call for schedule and fees. 100 N. Lumpkin St., Hawkinsville, 31036 478-783-1884, hawkinsvilleoperahouse.com [;l WC 6' T
Owen and Williams Fish Farm Take a tour of the facility where catfish , bream and grass carp are raised to stock fishing ponds. Mon.- Fri. 8 a.m.-5 p.m., Sat. 8 a.m.-noon. Call for groups. Free. Rt. 5, Hawkinsville, 31036 478-892-3144, owenandwilliams.com [;l WC
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Look here for information on convention and visitors bureaus, chambers ofcommerce, state visitors centers and local welcome centers.
Alma
Alma-Bacon County Chamber of Commerce Mon.-Fri. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. 1120 W. 12th St., Alma, 31510 912-632-5859, almachamberdevelopment.com [;;i WC 6,.
Baxley
Baxley-Appling County Board of Tourism Mon.-Fri. 8 a.m.-5 p.m . 305 W. Parker St., Ba xley, 31515 912-367-7731, baxley.org [;;i WC 6,.
Claxton
Claxton-Evans County Chamber of Commerce and Welcome Center Mon.- Fri. 8 a.m .-5 p.m. Four N. Duval St., US Hwy. 301 N., Claxton, 30417 912-739-1391, claxtonevanschamber.com [;;iWC b.
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Cochran-Bleckley County Chamber of Commerce Mon.-Fri. 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m. 318 Second St., Cochran, 31014 478-934-2965 c;;i WC 6,.
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Dublin
Dublin-Laurens County Welcome Center Mon.-Sat. 8:30 a.m .-5 p.m . Exit 51 , off 1-16 at US Hwy. 441, Dublin, 31021 478-272-5766, dublin-georgia.com [;;i WC 6,.
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Glennville Welcome Center Mon.-Fri . 9 a.m.-5 p.m. 136 S. Main St., Glennville, 30427 912-654-1380, tattnall.com [;;i WC 6,.
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Hawkinsville-Pulaski County Chamber of Commerce Mon.-Fri. 9 a.m .-5 p.m. 108 N. Lumpkin St., Hawkinsville, 31036 478-783-1717, hawkinsville.o rg [;;i WC 6,.
Hazlehurst
Hazlehurst-Jeff Davis Board of Tourism Mon.-Fri . 8 a.m.-5 p.m. 95 E. Jarman St., Hazlehurst, 31539 912-379-0039, hazlehurst-jeffdavis.com [;;iWC b.
Jesup
Wayne County Board of Tourism Mon.-Fri. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. 124 N.W. Broad St., Jesup, 31545 912-427-2028, 888-224-5983, waynechamber.com [;;i WC 6,.
McRae
Telfair County Chamber of Commerce Mon.-Fri. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. 120 E. Oak St., McRae, 31055 229-868-6365, mcraega.net, telfairco.com c;;i WC 6,.
Metter
(J) Metter Welcome Center Mon.-Sat. 9 a.m .-5 p.m .. Sun. 1-5 p.m . Closed Sun. in fall and winter. 1210 S. Lewis St., Metter, 30439 912-685-6988, metter-candler.com [;;i WC 6,.
Reidsville
Greater Tattnall Chamber of Commerce and Reidsville Welcome Center Mon.-Fri. 8 a.m.-5 p.m. 120 Brazell St., Reidsville, 30453 912-557-6323 [;;i WC 6,.
Rochelle
Wilcox County Chamber of Commerce Mon.-Fri. 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m. 1339 First Ave., Rochelle, 31079 229-365-2509, chamberofcommercewilcoxcountyga .org [;;iWC b.
Soperton
Soperton-Treutlen County Chamber of Commerce Mon.-Fri. 8 a.m.-5 p.m . 402 Second St., Soperton, 30457 912-529-6868, soperton.org [;;i WC 6,.
Million Pines Visitors Center Mon.-Sat. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. 1-16 at GA Hwy. 29, Soperton, 30457 912-529-6263 c;;i WC 6,.
Statesboro
Statesboro Convention and Visitors Bureau Mon.-Fri. 8:30 a.m .-5 p.m.
t.~332 S. Main St., Statesboro, 30458
912-489-1869, 800-568-3301, visit-statesboro.com [;;i WC 6,.
Sylvania
Georgia Visitor Information ~ Center-Sylvania Mon.-Sat. 8:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m . Closed Sun. 8463 Burton's Ferry Hwy., Sylvania, 30467 912-829-3331 , georgia.org
Screven County Chamber of Commerce Mon.-Fri. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. 101 S. Main St., Sylvania, 30467 912-564-7878, screvencounty.com [;;i WC 6,.
Vidalia
Vidalia Area Convention and Visitors Bureau Mon.-Fri. 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m. Free. 100 Vidal ia Sweet Onion Dr., Vidalia, 30474 912-538-8687, searchvidalia.com [;;i WC 6,.
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Altamaha and Ocmulgee River Excursions Canoe or float down the scenic Altamaha and Ocmulgee rivers, a birdwatchers' parad ise. Daily 8 a.m.-dusk. Call for raft, canoe and kayak information and fees. 95 E. Jarman St., Hazl ehurst, 31539
912-375-4 54 3, hazl ehu rst-jeffdavis.com ~WC 6'
Frogbottom Gristmill With a pull of the crank on the old John Deere engine, the two large stones grind corn into grits and cornmeal. Call ahead. Year-round , but best to go Sept.-Jan. Free.
65 Luther Turner Rd., Hazlehurst, 31539
912-375-4073 ~ 6-
Hazlehurst Downtown Village Visit this 1890s village tucked into the modern downtown.
Main St., Hazlehurst, 31539
912-375-4543 ~ WC 6-Tl Y
Hazlehurst Historical Museum Antiques and artifacts of rural Georgia. The museum is housed in a turn-of-the-century raised cottage. Mon.-Fri. 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Call for guided tours. Donations accepted. 61 E. Coffee St., Hazlehurst, 31539 912-375-2557 ~ WC 6- T
Towns Bluff Park Towns Bluff Park and Heritage Center and Bullard Creek WMA have shelters, picnic tables, restrooms and outdoor grills.
Hwy. 221 N., Hazl ehu rst, 31539
912-375- 6611 ~ WC 6-
TRAVEL SERVICES
Find out about various types of guided tours and their operators.
Three Rivers Expeditions Full-service kayak and canoe rental, shuttle with rental package, catering and guides. Daily. Call for fees.
13 Victor St., Hazlehurst, 31539
912-379-1371, 3ri ve rexp.com ~ WC I
IRWINVILLE
Jefferson Davis Memorial State Historic Site This monument marks the spot where the Confederate president was captured in 1865. Visitors enjoy a museym, a trail and a picnic area. Call for hours and groups. $1.75-$3.
Off GA Hwy. 32, near lrwinville
229-831-2335, gastateparks.org ~ WC 6-
JACKSONVILLE
Incorporated in 1815 as a port on the Ocmulgee River, Jacksonville was the first county seat of Telfair County.
JESUP
Little Red Caboose Step inside this little red train caboose for a healthy dose of Wayne County history, from General "Mad Anthony" Wayne to the rail road boom. Mon.-Fri. 1-5 p.m. Free. 101 E. Cherry St ., Jesup, 31545 912-427-3233, 888-224-5983 ~
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Claxton
Evans County Public Fishing Area Visit this three-lake fishing area with concrete boat ramp, boardwalk, picnic tables and primitive campsites. Fishing license required . Da ily. Free.
US Hwy. 280 E., Claxton, 30417 912-739-1139, 912-685-6424,
gofishgeorgia.com I ~ WC
Cochran
Ocmulgee Public Fishing Area Includes a 106-acre lake, a three-acre kids fishing lake, a boat ramp, two fishing piers, an office, storage buildings and a pavilion/ activity cen ter. Sunrise-sunset.
Cochran, 31014 478-783-2557, gofishgeorgia.com
East Dublin
Hugh Gillis Public Fishing Area A 109-acre lake and 640 acres of terra in provide excellent fishing, picnic tables, restrooms, a fishing pier and a concrete boat ramp. Year-round, sunrise-sunset.
Keens Crossing Rd ., East Dublin, 31027
478-296-6192, gofishgeorgia.com I ~ WC 6-
Eastman
Georgia DNR Dodge County Public Fishing Area The 104-acre lake is stocked with largemouth bass, bream and catfish. Nature trail , pie r, boat ramp and fish-cleaning station also available. Call for fishing license info.
325 Dodge Lake Rd., Eastman, 31023 478-374-6765, gofishgeorgia.com ~WC 6-Y
Glennville
Big Hammock Wildlife Management Area This natural expanse is home to Phillips Natural Area, an 800-acre forest and U.S. National Landmark. Archery allowed. Daily. Call for fees.
9 miles west of city, GA Hwy. 144, Glennville, 30427
229-426-5267, gohuntgeorgia.com I ~
Hazlehurst
Bullard Creek Wildlife Management Area Wildlife lovers, take refuge in these 14,000 acres of pines, hardwoods and river swamps. Hunting, fishing, birding and primitive camping. Daily. Free. US Hwy. 221 N., Hazlehurst , 31539
912-375-4543, hazlehurst-jeffdavis.com
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Jacksonville
Horse Creek Wildl ife Management Area Horse Creek's restorative environment is perfect for hiking, hunting and fishing. All state licenses apply. Daily. Dawn-dusk. Free. 120 E. Oak St., Jacksonvi lle, 31055
229-868-6365, telfa irco.com I ~
Jesup
Rayonier Wildlife Management Area A natural respite for wildlife lovers, seasonal fishing and hunting are offered here. Daily. Call for fees.
Check station on GA Hwy. 32, Jesup, 31545 912-262-3173, gohuntgeorgia.com
Ludowici
Griffin Ridge Wildlife Management Area The area is approximately 5,616 acres made up of two sand ridges. Hunting and fishing are available. Dawn-dusk. Free.
US Hwy. 301 , Ludowici, 31316
912-262-3173, gohuntgeorgla.com I ~
McRae
Muskhogean Wildlife Management Area 19,000 acres of bottomland hardwoods along the Ocmu lgee Ri ver. No camping.
McRae, 31055 229-868-6365
Sylvania
Tuckahoe Wildlife Management Area Enjoy hunting and fishing at this 15,000acre WMA.
Sylvan ia, 30467 912-829-4487, screvencounty.com
Railfan Platform The platform allows visito rs to sit under the fan and listen to the chatter of the conductors and engineers on passing Amtrak and CSX tra ins. Daily. Free. 124 N.W. Broad St., Jesup, 31545 912-427-2028, waynechamber.com
LUDOWICI
Jones Creek Church Museum This small museum features the slave gallery in the 1856 church building, original cemetery and "baptism hole" in Jones Creek. Call ahead. Free.
US Hwy. 301 N., Ludowici, 31316 912-545-2437, 912-545-9315, wcolweb.com/ jonescreek ~ WC
LYONS
CanoeCanoe Outfitters Let these outfitters guide you through the flatwater rivers of South Georgia, including the Okefenokee National W ildlife Refuge. Call for hours and fees. 3008 US Hwy. 280 E., Lyons, 30436 912-526-8222, canoecanoe.com ~ WC Tl
McRAE
Little Ocmulgee State Park and Lodge Best known for its golf cou rse, lodge and restaurant, this park also offers a nature trai l and buzzard rookery. Park open daily. 7 a.m.-10 p.m. Lodge 24 hours. $3 parking. 2 miles north o f McRae, off US Hwy. 4 41 229-868-7474, 800-864-7275, gastateparks.org ~ WC 6- Tl Y
GEORGIA.ORG / 1-800-VISIT GA
Telfair County Boat Landing Enter the beautiful Ocmulgee Ri ver at the bridge at Lumber City. Multiple boat land ings avai lable. Daily. Free.
Ocmulgee River, US Hwy. 341 Bridge at Lumber City, McRae, 31055 229-868-6365, telfairco.com [;l
METTER
Guido Gardens/Evangelistic Association Guido Gardens, home to the 24-hour Chapel in the Pines, features a gazebo, arbors, water attractions and flora . Tours Mon.-Fri. 8 a.m.12 p.m., 1-5 p.m. Call for holiday hours. Free.
600 N. Lewis St., Metter, 30439
912-685-2222, guidogardens.com [;l WC 6'
MT. VERNON
Historic Village at BrewtonParker College The 1779 Cooper-Conner House is considered the oldest house in Montgomery County. It was built by slave labor for Richard Cooper, a Revolutionary soldier.
Hwy. 280, Mt. Vernon, 30445 912-583-2241, bpc.edu
Pecan Orchard Plantation Enjoy hayrides, corn and oat mazes and a pett ing zoo at the Scott family's diversified working farm.
1718 Salem Rd ., Mt. Vernon, 30445
912-594-1805, vidaliaarea.com [;l WC 6'
NICHOLLS
General Coffee State Park Features farm buildings and animals, camping, cottages, a lake, boat rental , fishing , a pool and trail. 19th-century house available for rent. 7 a.m.-10 p.m. $3 parking. Free Wed . 6 mi. east of Douglas on GA Hwy. 32, Nicholls
912-384-7082, 800-864-7275,
gastateparks.org [;l WC 6'
PORTAL
Clark Farm and Produce Tour the farm, pick strawberries in season and enjoy strawberry ice cream year-round. Enjoy hayrides and pumpkin patches each fall. Call for hours and fees .
400 Clark Farm Rd ., off US Hwy. 80, Portal, 30450 912-865-3200, pickyou row n.org [;l WC '1
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Farm Fresh Tattnall Farm Fresh Tattnall is a cooperative effort of the 18 roadside and U-pick farms in Tattnall County. Find peaches, strawberries, Vidalia onions, sweet potatoes and turnip greens.
200 S. Main St., Reidsville, 30453 912-557-6724, fa rmfreshtattnall.com
Gordonia-Alatamaha State Park The park features a campground, lake, boat rental , pool , mini -golf, 9-hole golf course and picnic areas. Daily 7 a.m.-10 p.m. Office 8 a.m.-5 p.m. $3 parking.
Off US Hwy. 280, ta ke 1-16, Reidsv ille, 30453 912-557-7744, 800-864-7275,
gastateparks.org [;l WC 6'
RODDY
Tom Sawyer Farms When in season, come out and pick your own strawberries, blackberries and peaches. Enjoy delicious homemade peach ice cream. April 1Aug. 1. Tue.-Sat. 8 a.m.-6 p.m., Sun. 1-S p.m.
952 Roddy-Empire Hwy., Roddy, 31014 478- 934-7584, eastman-georgia.com [;lWC 6'
SCREVEN
Lake Lindsay Grace Enjoy fishing, boating and water sports. Daily. Free.
1167 Griffis Rd ., Screven, 31560 912-579-6475 [;l WC
SOPERTON
Known as the "Million Pines City" thanks to James Fowler, who planted over 7 million pines on 10,000 acres. Named for construction engineer Benjamin Franklin Soper.
STATESBORO
Center for Wildlife Education and the Lamar Q . Ball, Jr. Raptor Center Home to many birds of prey and more. Raptor demonstrations and hands-on reptile programs. Mon.-Fri. 9 a.m.-5 p.m ., Sat.-Sun. 1-5 p.m. June-Aug. Free.
Georgia Southern University, Statesboro, 30460 912-681-0831, welcome.georgiasouthern.edu/
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Georgia Southern Botanical Garden The gardens surround a turn-of-the-century cottage, now a preserve for plants. Gardens daily 9 a.m. -dusk, cottage Tue.-Sat. 10 a.m.4 p.m., Sun. 1-4 p.m. Call for groups. Free.
1505 Bland Ave., Statesboro, 30458 912-871-1149, welcome.georgiasouthern.edu/
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Georgia Southern University Museum/Herty Nature Trail A 26-foot fossil of a prehistoric Mosasaur and North America's oldest whale fossil greet visitors. Mon.-Fri. 9 a.m.-5 p.m ., Sat.-Sun. 2-5 p.m . Call for groups. Free.
Southern Dr., Rosenwald Bldg ., Statesboro, 30460 912-681-5444 [;l WC 6'
Meinhardt Vineyards and Winery Meinhardt produces and sells muscadine wines, cheeses, jams and jellies and offers tours and tastings. Wed.-Thurs. 11 a.m.-8 p.m., Fri.-Sat. 11 a.m.-11 p.m. Free.
305 Kennedy Pond Rd., Statesboro, 30458 912-839-2458, meinhardtvineyards.com [;lWC 6'
Splash in the Boro Enjoy a day of fun in the sun at this family water park and aquatics center in Mill Creek Regional Park. Call for hours and fees.
Off GA Hwy. 24 , Statesboro, 30459 912-764-5637, splashintheboro.com [;lWC M I
SYLVANIA
Dell-Goodall House The former Screven County seat is said to have been destroyed by a curse. This 1815 house is all that remains. Call for tours. Free.
US Hwy. 301 , State Rt . 24, Sylvania, 30467
912-564-7878, 912-829-3291 [;l 6'
VIDALIA
Altama Museum of Art and History The collection includes American and European prints, 20th-century Southern paintings, Libby porcelain and John James Audubon prints. Call for hours. Free.
611 Jackson St., Vidalia, 30474
912-537-1911, vidaliaga.com [;l WC 6'
Buckhorn Creek Ranch Visit this ranch for exotic animal tours.
1944 GA Hwy. 135, Vidalia, 30474 912-583-2737, buckhorncreekranch.net
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Ladson Genealogical Library Ladson's store of genealogical materials focuses primarily in the southeastern U.S. and the Eastern seaboard . Mon.-Fri. 10 a.m.1 p.m., 2-6 p.m ., Sat. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Free.
125 Church St., Vidalia, 30474 912-537-8186, toombs.publ ic.lib.ga.us/
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UGA Vidalia Onion and Vegetable Research Center Schedule a tour of the research center located in the heart of onion country and find out what makes a Vidalia onion a Vidalia! Seasonal. Cal l for hours and fees .
100 Vidalia Sweet Onion Dr., Vidalia, 30474 912-538-8687, vidal iaarea.com [;l WC 6'
Vidalia Onion Factory and Gifts Stop by for gifts and onion products that will be sure to delight your taste buds. Harvesting and processing Apr.-Jun. Call the Vidalia area CVB for tours. Free. US Hwy. 280 E., Vidalia, 30474
912-526-3466, 800-227-6646, vidaliaonion.com [;l WC
WILLACOOCHEE
Lott"s Country Store and Grist Mill Shop in the country store or try a homecooked meal. Call in advance for reservations. Mon.-Sat. 6 a.m.-10 p.m.
5772 Mora Rd., Willacoochee, 31650 912-384-6858 [;l WC 6' VI T
Mccranie Brothers Turpentine Still This restored turpentine distillery operated from 1936-1942.
US Hwy. 82 W., Willacoochee, 31650 912-534-5405, 912-534-5354
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{"lcenic railroad excursions, authentic cattle-ranch lodges, horse farms and apple
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Country has to offer. Rich in history, the region abounds with Native American and Civil War sites. It's also a mountain biker's haven with wooded trails ranging.from gentle to extreme. Outdoor adventuring, fine dining and sublime mountain retreats make the Historic High Country an ideal destination fo r relaxation and recreation.
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Green Acres
North of Rome is Zion Farms, an equestrian center and mountain lodge in a fairy-tale setting. Take lessons, go on trail rides or just sit on the porch of a cozy guest cottage and take in the scenery. Jasper's Seventy-Four Ranch is a Western-style cattle ranch complete with cowboys, campfires and surprising touches of luxu ry, like gourmet cooking and feather pillows. Tour a working farm, learn to milk cows and get lost in a corn maze at eagle's Dairy. Mercier Orchard in Blue Ridge produces over 45 varieties of apples and hosts pick-your-own weekends in the fall. Ellijay's Hillcrest Orchards shares its apple harvest in you-pick festivals and boasts a delightful cagefree petting zoo.
Big Digs and Exceptional Exhibits
The Southeast's most well-preserved Mississippian archaeolog ical site, Etowah Indian Mounds Historic Site, features six
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mounds, burrow pits, a village plaza and many intact stone, wood and shell artifacts. New Echota, the early 19th-century capital of the Cherokee Nation, is now a state park where visitors can roam the grounds of the former planned city, see original and recreated government buildings and view interpretive exhibits. The 1804 Chief Vann House was the first brick mansion in the Cherokee Nation, built for the infamous James Vann, known for his violent streaks and for bringing the Moravian m issionaries into the Nation. The story of John Ridge and the eventual removal of the Cherokee along the Trail of Tears is preserved at the Chieftains Museum and Major Ridge Home. Reinhardt College's Funk Heritage Center celebrates the heritage of the Native American peoples of the Southeast and the Appalachian settlers through hands-on programs and exceptional exhibits.
Must-See Museums
The Wild West comes south at the Booth Western Art Museum in Cartersville with p ioneer- inspired artwork, hands-on workshops and lectures. While around Cartersville, also check out the Weinman Mineral Museum to learn about the geological forces that shaped Georgia.
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Along the same vein, discover the history of Georgia's "white gold" at the Pickens County Marble Museum and tour the world 's largest open-pit marble quarry in Tate. Breathtaking scenery and a beautifully preserved historic mansion set the stage for informative exhibits at Berry College's Oak Hill and the Martha Berry Museum.
A Walk in the Woods
Cohutta Lodge and Restaurant features cabins, lodge rooms , indoor pool and fitness facility, as well as m iles of gorgeous hiking trails and spectacular views in every direction. Barnsley Gardens, known throughout the Southeast as the epitome of elegance and luxury, offers generous amenities, indulgent accommodations and acres of stunning gardens. The Pinhoti Trail,
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History that Shaped the N ation
Start wit h a Civil War exploration at the Chickamauga and Chattanooga National Military Park-the nation 's first. Acquaint yourself with this hal lowed ground through historic disp lays, the renowned Fuller gun collection, a video and seven-mile battlefield auto tour.
From there, stop into historic Chickamauga for antiquing and lunch. There you 'll find the GordonLee Mansion, which was the only st ructure to survive the Battle of Chickamauga.
Head south to Highway 136, wlllere the Ridge & Valley Scenic Byway goes through the Chattahoochee National Forest past Georgia's oldest country store at Vil lanow.
Fol low Highway 136 to 1-75 southbound, and exit at the New Echota Stat e Historic Site to see the original Cherokee Nation capitol and t he cradle of the Trail of Tears. Discover the sophisticated Cherokee culture that was driven
out of Georgia in 1838, and visit the spot where the nation's only Native American newspaper, The Phoenix, was printed.
Continue on 1-75 for your overnight retreat at Barnsley Gardens Resort in Adairsville. Carved from Cherokee wilderness
by an English millionaire for his beloved Georgia bride, this grand 1840s estate is the romantic centerpiece for today 's lu xury resort. Re lax as you go horseback riding or fly fishing, or indulge yourself at the spa before an inspired meal at one of Barnsley's
fine resta urants. After dinner, rock on your
cot tage porch and plan tomorrow, which could bring a trip to the second largest museum in the state, Cartersville's Booth Western Art Museum (a Smithsonian affiliate) and to Georgia's Ancient Indian City at Etowah.
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currently a system of multi -use paths spread throughout northern Georgia, will eventually connect the mountains of northern Alabama with the southern terminus of the Appalachian Trail at Springer Mountain. The Silver Comet Trail runs roughly east-west between Smyrna and the Alabama state line. Still more outdoor adventures are on tap in Blue Ridge, Lookout Mountain, Fort Mountain, Cloudland Canyon and Red Top Mountain.
The Great Lakes
Several of the "Great Lakes of Georgia" lie in the northwestern part of the state. Lake Allatoona is a treasure trove of Native American and Civil War history as well as a gem of a recreational area . Lodging includes everything from campsites to bed and breakfasts, and boating, fishing and hiking are just a few of the activities available. Perfect for a quiet getaway, Carter's Lake is smaller but much deeper than
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Allatoona and offers dramatic elevation changes and interesting natural scenery. Lake Blue Ridge, almost entirely encompassed by the Chattahoochee National Forest, is another alternative for water adventures.
Bike racing through Historic High Country
Outdoor Adventures
Trai l biking is extremely popular in this region. The Southeast Off-Road Bicycle Organization (SORBA) hold s the Snake Creek Gap Time Trials on the rugged Pinhoti Trail, and the Carter's Lake Mountain Bike Classic utilizes the rigorous Ridgeway Trail. Gentler paths can also be found at Carter's Lake and throughout the state parks of northwestern Georgia. Thrill seekers ca n also hang glide or go on caving excursions at several locations throughout the region. Anglers and fami lies love James H. "Sloppy" Floyd State Park, where lakes, a boardwalk and plenty of open space allow for outdoor activities of al l types. Sports enthusiasts should catch a minor-league Braves game at the fantastic new stadium in Ron;ie.
War and Remembrance
Take a driving tour around Resaca , the site of the first battle of the Atlanta Campaign, or get out and explore Chickamauga on foot with a self-gu ided tour. Visit other Civil War landmarks such as Tunnel Hill and the Gordon Lee Mansion, or follow the Blue and Gray Trail, which roughly mirrors the path taken by Sherman in his march from Chattanooga to Atlanta.
Off the Beaten Path
The most heavily traveled stretch of road in Northwest Georgia is unquestionably 1-75. However, to truly experience
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the flavor, culture and extraordinary beauty of the region, veer off onto some smaller roads and go exploring. Enjoy a ridge-top view of a sunset, then feast on the fresh fixins at a local diner. Stop in at an old-fashioned small-town festival , or do a little shopping along the 90-mile Dixie Highway Yard Sale, a new annual summer event along US Highway 41, part of the historic Di xie Highway running through north Georgia .
Just for Fun
Travel the mountain rails on the Blue Ridge Scenic Railway. The passenger train makes a 26-mile round-trip between Blue Ridge and Murphy Junction. See Rock City and seven states from atop Lookout Mountain. Wander through a horticultural paradise of unusual plants and explore strange rock formations along Rock City's Enchanted Trail. Take a load off at the acclaimed Georgia Winery in Ringgold. Partic ipate in wine tastings, enjoy drinks and gourmet food on the vineyard veranda and purchase unique gift and winemaking supplies. Families can really cut loose at the Lake Winnepesaukah Amusement Park, affectionately known as "Lake Winnie." Brave roller coasters and other wild rides, see live shows and win great prizes at the arcade.
Mountain rails on Blue Ridge Scenic Highway For more information on the Historic High Country region, please visit georgia.org/highcountry .
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Attractions
ake a break from ciry life with an outdoor-adventure-filled trip through Historic High Country.
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1902 Stock Exchange Discover ind ividual gallery shops, Maggie Mae's Tea Room and a seasonal dinner theater. Tearoom Tue.-Sat. 11 a.m.-2 :30 p.m. Shops 10 a.m.-5 p.m. 124 Public Square, Adairsville, 30103 770-773-1902, georgiahighcountry.org/
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Barnsley Gardens Enjoy self-guided tours or tour with a guide. See the manor house ruins and museum. Daily sunrise-sunset. Adults $10, children $5, seniors $8. Guided tour $12. 597 Barnsley Gardens Rd., Adairsville, 30103 770-773-7480, 877-773-2447,
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Adventure Trail Rides Enjoy the scenery from gentle horses on guided trips through beautiful Cashes Valley. Great for beginners or experienced riders. 933 Cashes Valley Rd ., Blue Ridge, 30513 770-574-7193, adventuretrailrides.com
Aska Trails The Aska Trails Area is a 17-mile hiking and mountain-biking trail system on national forest lands. Trails range from one mile to 5.5 miles and are open year-round . 3990 Appalach ian Hwy., Blue Ridge, 30513 706-632-5680, 800-899-6867,
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Backroads Driving Tours Self-guided tour though beautiful countryside and mountains. Tour time varies from 1.5 to 5 hours. Available free at the Fannin County Welcome Center. 3990 Appalachian Hwy., Blue Ridge, 30513 706-632-5880, 800-899-6867, blueridgemounta ins .com
Blue Ridge Fly Fishing Guides Fish some of the most pristine waters in the Southeast. 675 Dogwood Way, Blue Ridge, 30513 706-838-5515
Blue Ridge Scenic Railway Along hills by the Toccoa River, a restored train takes passengers on a 26-mile route to McCaysville, Ga.. and Copperhill, Tenn . Call for hours and fees. 241 Depot St., Blue Ridge, 30513 706-632-9833, 800-934-1898, brscenic.com CilWC fl
Double D Trail Rides Quarter horses are matched with riders of all experience levels for guided trail rides. Reservations required. Fees vary. 1474 Pack Creek Rd., Blue Ridge, 30513 706-632-6975, doubledtrailrides.com CilWC VI
MARINAS
Blue Ridge Lake Blue Ridge Marina Full-service marina with pontoon and watercraft rentals. Open Tue.-Sun. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. 706-632-2618, lakeblueridgemarina.com
Cartersville Park Marine Boat Rentals Full-service marina. Open daily, call for hours, and boat rental and storage rates. 651 Marina Rd., Cartersville, 30121
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Paradise Boat Rentals at Park Marina More than 70 new boats for rent, whether you are fishing, skiing, tubing, swi mming or just relaxing in the sun. 651 Marina Rd ., Cartersville, 30121 770-974-2628, parkmarine.com/ lakeallatoona.htm
White Wilderness Camp Marina Fu ll-service marina. Wed.-Sat. 9 a.m.5 p.m., Sun. 12-5 p.m. Call for fees. 451 Wilderness Camp Rd., White, 30184 770-386-2170, 770-607-0193 I Cil WC 6-VI
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Mercier Orchards This is the largest apple orchard in the Southeast open to the public. Find more than 30 varieties of apples, plus blueberries, blackberries, peaches and fresh cider. GA Hwy. S N., Blue Ridge, 30613 706 -632-3411 , mercier-orch ard s.com
Sugar Creek Alpaca Farm Visit this farm and its growing herd of Suri alpacas. Call for hours. Guided tours by reservation. Free. 1050 Cox Rd ., Blue Ridge, 30513 706-258-4494, 888-662-8253,
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Trout Fly-fishing Trophy trout fishing for both native and stocked trout is available in over 100 miles of trout fishing streams. 3990 Appal ach ian Hwy., Blue Ridge, 30513 706-632- 5680, blueridg emountains.com
Unicoi Outfitters Fly-fish for trophy rainbow trout and brown trout in privately owned waters. Guide services, regional fishing information available. 490 E. Main St., Blue Ridge, 3051 3 706-878-3083, unicoioutfitters .com
BREMEN
Bremen Racepark This family-oriented motocross is dedicated to bringing the racer the best-prepared track possible. It has promoted motocross, supercross and hare sca mbles events. 372 Reid Rd., Bremen, 30110 770-537-0219, bremenm x.com
BUCHANAN
Historic Haralson County Courthouse The courthouse. on the National Regi ster, is a museum, library and office of the cou nty's historical society. Mon.-Thurs. 11:30 a.m. 6 p.m., Sat. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. or by appt. Free. Courthouse Square, Bu chanan, 30113
770-646-3369, hchisto ry.com I Cil WC 6'
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VISITOR RESOURCES
Look here far information on convention and visitors bureaus, chambers ofcommerce, state visitors centers and local welcome centers.
Adairsville
Adairsville Visitor Center and Age of Steam Museum
Tue.-Fri. 10 a.m .-4 p .m ., Sat. 10 a.m .-2 p .m. 101 Public Square, Adairsville, 30103 770-773-177S, 800-733-2280,
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Sun. 1-5 p.m. 3990 Appalachian Hwy., Blue Ridge, 30513 706-632-5680, 800-899-6867,
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Calhoun
Calhoun Local Welcome Center/ Calhoun-Gordon County Convention and Visitor Bureau/Gordon County Chamber of Commerce
Mon.-Fri. 8:30 a.m. - 5 p.m. 300 S. Wall St., Calhoun, 30701 706-625-3200, 800-887-3811,
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Canton
Cherokee County Chamber of Commerce
Mon.-Fri. 9 a.m .-5 p.m . 3605 Marietta Hwy., Canton, 30114 770-345-0400, cherokeechamber.com C;JWC 6,.
Carrollton
Carrollton A rea Convention and Visitors Bureau
Mon.-Fri. 8:30 a.m .-5 p.m . 102 N. Lakeshore Dr., Carrollton, 30117 770-214-9746, 800-292-0871,
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Cartersville
Cartersville-Bartow County Convention and Visitors Bureau
Mon.-Fri. 8 :30 a.m .-5 p.m ., Sat. 10 a.m .4 p.m. One Friendsh ip Plaza, Carters v ille, 30120 770-387-1357, 800-733-2280,
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Cave Spring
City of Cave Spring
10 Georgia Ave., Cave Spring, 30124 706-777-3382, 706-777-3311, cltyofcavespring .com
Cedartown
Cedartown Welcome Center at the Depot
Mon.-Fri. 9 a.m .-5 p .m ., Sat. 9 a.m .-3 p .m . 609 S. Main St., Cedartown, 3012S 770-748-2090, downtowncedartown.com
Polk County Chamber of Commerce
Mon.-Fri. 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m. 609 S. Main St., Cedartown, 30125 770-749-1652, 800 -226-2517,
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Chatsworth Chatsworth Local Welcome Center/Chatsworth-Murray County Chamber of Commerce and Welcome Center
Mon.-Fri. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. 126 N. Th ird Ave., Chatsworth, 30705 706-695-6060, 800-969-9490,
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Dallas Paulding County Chamber of Commerce
Mon.-Fri. 8 a.m.-5 p.m. 4S5 Jimmy Campbell Pkwy., Dallas, 30132 770-445-6016, 877-862-9315
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Dalton Dalton-Whitfield Convention and Visitors Bureau
Mon.-Fri . 8:30 a.m .-5 p .m . 288 Cl isby Austin Rd., Tunnel Hill, 30755 706-270- 9960, 800-331 -32 58,
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Dalton Welcome Cent er
Mon.-Fri. 8:30 a.m .-5 p .m . 2211 Dug Gap Battle Rd., Dalton, 30720 706-272-7676, 800-824-7469,
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VFW Park
Visitors can enjoy the lake, campgrounds, playground, picnic areas and pavilions. Daily. Admission $2, boat launch $5. 5760 E. GA Hwy. 120, Buchanan, 30113
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Harris Arts Center
Houses the Roland Hayes Museum, the Ratner Theater and an art gallery. Mon. 10 a.m.-6 p.m., Tue.-Thurs. 10 a.m.-4 p.m ., Fri.-Sat. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Tours available. Free. 212 S. Wall St., Calhoun, 30703
706- 629- 2S99, cgart ~.org I C;J WC 6,. Y
Oakleigh
General Sherman used this historic home as his headquarters in the Civil War. It is now home to the Gordon County Historical Society. Mon.-Thurs. 10 a.m .-4 p.m. or appt. Free. 33S S. Wall St., Calhoun, 30703
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New Echota Cherokee Capital Historic Site
See where the infamous " Trail of Tears" began and the printshop where Cherokees produced their bilingual newspaper. Tue.-Sat. 9 a.m .-5 p.m ., Sun. 2-5:30 p.m . $2.50-$4. 1 mile east of 1-75, Exit 317 on GA Hwy. 225, Calhoun, 30701
706-624-1321 , gastateparks.org I C;J WC 6,.
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CANTON
eagle's Dairy
Visit this farm, complete w ith dai ry and garden tours and even a fall maize. For all ages. Call for hours and fees. 362 Stringer Rd ., Canton , 30115 770-345-SS91, caglesdairy.com
Tanglewood Farm Miniatures
Come pet over 100 mini farm animals, including babydoll sheep, potbellied pigs and dwarf bunnies. Wed .-Fri. 10 a.m .-2 p .m ., Sat.-Sun. 10 a.m .-5 p.m . $8 admission. 171 Tanglewood Dr., Canton, 30115 770-667-6464, tanglewoodfarmm inis.com
CARROLLTON
Historic Horton's Books and Gifts
This is the oldest bookstore in Georgia, the third-oldest in the South and the 10th-oldest in the nation. Mon.-Thurs. 9 a.m .-6 p .m ., Fri. 9 a.m .-8 p .m., Sat. 10 a.m.-8 p .m . 410 Adamson Square, Carrollton, 30117
770-832-8021 , hortonsbooks.com I C;J WC
John Tanner State Park
Amenities include a beach, campground, motor lodge rooms, lake with seasonal boat rental, hiking trails, picnic areas and mini-golf. Daily 7 a.m.-10 p.m . $3 parking. Call for fees. 6 m iles west of Carrollton off GA Hwy. 16 770-830-2222, 800-864-7275,
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CARTERSVILLE
Allatoona Lake and Visitors Center
Visit the lake and enjoy hiking trails along w ith 600 lakeside campsites, accommodating RVs and tent campers. Visitors center open daily 8 a.m. - 4 :30 p.m. Call for fees. 1138 GA Hwy. 20 Spu r, Cartersv ille 30121 678-721-6700, 877-444-6777 ( reservat ions),
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Allatoona Pass Battlefield
Fought Oct. 5, 1864, this battle was the beginning of the Nashville Campaign. Two earthen forts, miles of trench works and interpretive trail markers can be seen. Daily. Free. Old Allatoona Rd ., Carter sville, 30121 770-975-00SS,
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Bartow County Genealogical Society Library
Volunteers are available to assist you with genealogical re searc h. Open Mon., Wed . and Fri. 10 a.m.-3:30 p.m . 9 S. Gilmer St., Cartersv ille, 30120 770 -606-0706, geoc it ies.com/ Heartland/ Park/ 9 4 6S/ bartowcoga.html
Bartow History Center
Ex hibits, programs, arc hives and outreach activities educate visitors about Bartow County history. Call for hours. Adults $3 , students $2, sen iors $2.50. Call for groups. 13 N. Wall, Carte rsville, 30120 770-382-3818, ba rtowh isto rycenter.o rg C;JWC 6,.
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East Ellijay
(J) Gilmer County Chamber of Commerce and Welcome Center Mon.-Fri. 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Sat.-Sun. 10 a.m. -4 p.m. 368 Craig St., East Ellijay, 30539 706-635-7400, gilmerchamber.com ~WC o-
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Pickens County Chamber of Commerce Mon.-Fri. 9 a.m .- 5 p.m. 500 Stegall Dr., Jasper, 30143 706-692-5600, pickenschamber.com ~ 6-Y
Ringgold
Catoosa County Chamber of Commerce Mon.-Fri. 8:30 a.m .- 5 p.m. 264 Catoosa Cir., Ringgold, 30736 706-965-5201, 877-965-5201, gatewaytogeorgia.com I ~ WC 6-
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'91' Center-Ringgold Da ily 8:30 a.m .-5:30 p.m., restroo m s 7 a.m .-11 p.m. 2726 1-75 S., Ringgold, 30736
706-937-4211, georgia.org I ~ WC '
Rock Springs
Walker County Chamber of Commerce Mon.- Fri. 8:30 a.m .-5 p.m . Walker County Civic Center, 10052 US Hwy. 27 N., Rock Spring, 30739 706-375-7702, walkercochamber.com ~WC o-
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Rockmart Polk County Chamber of Commerce Mon.-Fri. 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m. 604 Goodyear St., Rockmart, 30153
770-684-8760, 800-226-2517 I ~WC '
Rome
Greater Rome Convention and Visitors Bureau and Visitors Center Visit t his Conve ntion and Visitors Bureau housed in a 190 1 train station. Mon.-Fri. 10 a.m. -5 p.m., Sat. 10 a.m .-3 p.m. 402 Civic Center Dr., Rome, 30161 706-295-5576, 800-444-1834,
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Summerville Chattooga County Chamber of Commerce Mon.- Fri. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. 44 GA Hwy. 48, Summerville, 30747 706-857-4033, chattooga-chamber.org ~WC o-
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\I Center-Tallapoosa Daily. 8:30 a.m .-5:30 p.m ., restrooms 7 a.m.-11 p. m . 1-20 E. at the Georgia-Alabama line, Tallapoosa, 30176
770-574-2621, georgia.org I ~ WC 6-
Trenton
Dade County Chamber of Commerce and Welcome Center Mon.-Fri. 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m . 111 Railway Ln ., Trenton, 30752 706-657-4488, 877-871-1386,
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Villa Rica
City of Villa Rica and Villa Rica Tourism Bureau 571 Bankhead Hwy., Villa Rica, 30180 678-785-1014, villaricatourism.com
Waco
Haralson County Chamber of Commerce Mon.-Fri. 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m. Free. 70 Murphy Campus Blvd., Waco, 30182
770-537-5594, haralson.org I ~ WC b. Y
Woodstock
Woodstock Area Convention & Visitors Bureau Authority Mon.-Fri. 8 a.m .-5 p.m. 8632 Main St., Ste. 160, Johnston Bldg., Woodstock, 30188 770-592-6056, oldetownewoodstock.com
Woodstock Visitors Center at Dean's Store Established in 1906, the store now serves as the visitors center. Mon.-Sat. 10 a.m.-3 p.m. 8588 Main St., Woodstock, 30188
770-924-0406, ci.woodstock.ga.us I ~ WC 6-
Booth Western Art Museum See a permanent collection of contemporary Weste rn art, Civil War art and presidential memo rabilia. Call for hours. Adults $8, seniors $6, students $5, under 12 free. SOl Museum Dr., Cartersville, 30120 770-387-1300, boothmuseum.org I ~ WC 6-fl
Etowah Indian Mounds Historic Site This was hom e to thousands of Native Americans between 1000 A.D. and 1550 A.D. Tue. - Sat. ~ a.m.-5 p.m., Sun. 2-S:30 p.m. Adults $4, children $2.50. S miles southwest of 1-75, Exit 288
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Euharlee Covered Bridge and History Museum Built in 1886 by Washington King, the bridge is on t he Georgia Covered Bridge Tra il. Museum Tue.-Fri. 1-5 p.m. and during seasona l eve nts. 116 Covered Bridge Rd., Cartersville, 30120
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Historic Depot at Friendship Plaza Visito rs will enjoy t he historic structure, p assing t rains and local history. Visitor informatio n Mon.-Fri. 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m., Sat. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Closed Sun. One Friendship Plaza, Cartersville, 30120 770-387-1357, 800-733-2280, notatlanta.org ~ WC o-
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Red Top Mountain State Park and Lodge This Lake Allatoona park offers a beach, boating, fishing , hiking trails, picnic areas, mini-golf, a lodge, restaurant, camping and cottages. Daily 7 a.m.-10 p.m. $3 parking. Call for fees . Just east of 1-75, Exit 285, Cartersville, 30121 770-975-0055, 800-864-7275,
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Rose Lawn Museum This 1850 Victorian mansion is the historical home of Samuel Porter Jones, noted evangelist of the 1800s. Tue.-Fri. 10 a.m.-12 p.m., 1-5 p.m. or by appt. Adults $4, students $2. 224 W. Cherokee Ave., Cartersville, 30120 770-387-5162, roselawnmuseum.com
CASSVILLE
Noble Hill-Wheeler Memorial Center Visit this cultural center housed in the first North Georgia school specifically designed for the education of black children . Tue.Sat. 9 a.m .-4 p.m. Free. 2361 Joe Frank Pkwy., Cassville, 30123 770-382-3392
CAVE SPRING
Cave Spring's Cave A natural attraction with impressive stalagmites and the legendary "Devil's Stool" formation. Open daily May-Sept. 706-777-9944, 706-777-3994, c ityofcavespring.com/ rolater.asp
CEDARTOWN
Atlanta Skydiving Center Take a tandem skydive at the largest skydiving operation in the Southeast and get a video or photo. Mon.-Fri. 9 a.m-sunset, Sat.-Sun. 8 a.m.-sunset. Call for fees. 493 Airport Rd ., Cedartown, 30125 770-684-3483, 800-490-3483,
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Historic Museum at Cedartown Depot Highlights include depot train memorabilia and memoirs of Cedartown's Sterling Holloway, the voice of Winnie the Pooh. Mon.-Fri. 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Sat. 9 a.m.-3 p.m . 609 S. Main St., Cedartown, 30125 770-748-2090, downtowncedartown.com
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Did You Know...
Tucked in the Blue Ridge
Mountains, Ellijay is
Georgia's Apple Capital,
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many different varieties of apples. You'll find all the
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Polk County Historical Society Museum A former children's library houses this local museum, which chronicles the history of Polk County. Wed. 1:30-4 p.m. and Sat. 12-4 p.m . Free.
205 S. College St., Cedartown, 30125 770-749-0073,
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CHATSWORTH
Adventure Trail Rides of Fort Mountain State Park It offers beautiful scenic trails that are great for adults and children. Some trails challenge even an advanced rider but are still safe for the adventurous riders. 548 Cliff Mine Rd ., Chatsworth, 30705
706-258-BARN, adventuretrailrides .com
Chief Vann House Historic Site Visitors can tour this chief's 1804 mansion, the " Showp lace of the Cherokee Nation." Tue.-Sat. 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Sun. 2-5:30 p.m. Adu lts $4, youth $2.50, seniors $3.50.
GA hwys. 225 and 52-A
706-695-2598, gastateparks.org I [:;) WC 6'
Fort Mountain StaJles Enjoy 37 miles of trai ls at Fort Mountain State Park. They offer horseback riding seven days a week for children and adults. Office open Mon.-Fri. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Call for fees. 548 Cliff Mine Rd., Chatsworth, 30705
706-517-4906, fortmounta instables.net
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Fort Mountain State Park Named for the 855-foot rock wall that tops the mountain, it has trails, camping, cottages, a beach, boat rental and horseback riding. Daily 7 a.m .-10 p.m . $3 parking.
181 Fort Mountain Park Rd ., Chat sworth, 30705, 706-695-2621, 800-864-7275,
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CHATTAHOOCHEE NATIONAL FOREST
Blue Ridge Deep Hole Recreation Area The canoe launch on the Toccoa River makes river access easy. Camping, picnicking and fishing are also available. Daily. Fees vary. 6050 Appalachian Hwy., Blue Ridge, 30513 706-632-3031, fs.fed.us/ conf I ~ WC 6'
Calhoun Chattahoochee National Forest and Hidden Creek
Visit a creek that appears and runs clear and cool for a day or so, and then disappears. Camping, hiking, picnicking. F.S. Rd. #228, Calhoun, 30701 706-69S-6736, ts.fed.us/cont
Chatsworth Cohutta Wilderness Area
For seasoned backpackers and fishermen only, this 37,000-acre wilderness area along the Conasauga and Jacks Rivers features 90 miles of rugged-terrain trails. 3941 US Hwy. 76, Chatsworth, 30705 706-695-6736, fs.fed .us/conf
Lake Conasauga Recreation Area and Lake Conasauga Songbird Management Area
The area offers camping facilities, fishing, swimming, boating, picnicking, bird-watching and hiking. Trail yearround, campground Apr.-mid-Oct. Call for fees. 3941 US Hwy. 76, Chatsworth, 30705
706-695-6736, fs.fed.us/conf I ~ WC 6'
Ellijay Rich Mountain Wildlife Area
Despite the lack of established trails, hikers and climbers enjoy this 9,000acre black bear preserve. Free. Rich Mountain, Ellijay, 30540
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LaFayette Keown Falls
Hiking and wildlife-viewing are two popular activities h~re. Picnic tables and grills are available. Daily. $2 per vehic le. Off 1-75, Exit 341, LaFayette, 30728
706-695-6736, ts.fed.us/cont I ~ WC 6'
Pocket Recreation Area
Camping, picnicking and hiking are available. Daily Apr.-mid-Nov. Call for fees. Off 1-75, Exit 341, LaFayette, 30728
706-695-6736, ts.fed .us/cont I ~ WC 6' Y
Morganton Morganton Point Recreation Area
This recreation area offers camping, picnicking, boating, fishing, swimming and hiking. Daily. Call for fees. County Rd . 60, Morganton, 30560
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CHICKAMAUGA
Gordon-Lee Mansion
This antebellum plantation home is the only structure left that had been used during the Battle of Chickamauga. Group tours available by appt. Call for hours and fees. 217 Cove Rd ., Chickamauga, 30707 706-375-4728, 800-487-4728,
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Lee and Gordon's Mills
Tour one of the oldest operating mills in the state, with a tractor museum and the oldest general store in the area. Tue.-Sat. 10 a.m .6 p.m ., Sun. 12-6 p.m. Call for fees. 71 Red Belt Rd., Chickamauga, 30707 706-375-6801 , leeandgordonsmills.com ~WC M IY
Walker County Regional Heritage & Model Train Museum
The museum displays Indian artifacts, antiq ue g uns and other local historic highlights. Mon.-Fri. 10 a.m.-3 p.m ., Sat. 10 a.m.-4 p.m . 100 Gordon St., Chickamauga, 30707
706-37S-4488 I ~ WC 6'
COHUTTA
Cohutta Fisheries Center
The Cohutta National Fish Hatchery features tanks displaying the warm-water species ra ised by the hatchery. Office open Mon.-Fri. 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Free. 2S350 Red Clay Rd ., Cohutta, 30710
706-694-8830, daltoncvb.com I ~
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Cohutta Springs
Visitors enjoy horseback riding, ropes courses, paddleboats, waterskiing, pontoon boats and canoeing. Lakefront motels, cabins and chalets are available. Call for hours and fees. 1175 Cohutta Springs Rd ., Crandall, 30711 706-695-9093, 800-940-6789,
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Cohutta Wilderness Area, Chatsworth
Cohutta Wilderness Stables
High atop Fort Mountain, find gentle horses and exper ienced guides. Overnight camping trips also available. Call for hours. 500 Cochise Trail, Crandall, 30705 706-695-9093, 800-940-6789, cohuttasprings.com
DALLAS
Paulding County Historical Society Museum
It contains artifacts, reli cs. memorabilia and records of events and history of Paulding County. Tue., Thurs., and Sat. 12-4 p.m. or by appt. Adults $2, children $1. 295 N. Johnston St., Dallas, 30132 770-S05-3485, 770-943-6166 (tours) ~WC 6'
Pickett's Mill Battlefield Historic Site
One of t he best-preserved Civi l War battlefields, it has a museum, film, earthworks and trail s. Tue.-Sat. 9 a.m.-5 p.m ., Sun. 12-5 p.m. Adults $3, ages 6-18 $1.75, seniors $2.50. 4432 Mt. Tabor Chu rch Rd., Dallas, 30157
770-443-7850, gastateparks.org I ~ WC 6'
DALTON
Confederate Cemetery and Memorial Wall
Th is cemetery is the si te of 421 Confederate and four Union soldiers' graves. Day light hours. Free. Ridge St. in West Hill Cemetery, Dalton, 30720 706-270-9960, 800-331 -3258,
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Crown Gardens and Archives
Home to the Whitfield-Murray Histo rica l Societ y. Genealogy enthusiasts can fi nd record s here for Whitfield and Murray counties. Tue.-Fri. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Free. 715 Chattanooga Ave., Dalton, 30720
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Dug Gap Battle Park The rock walls at this monument were used by Civil War soldiers as protection during batt le. Daily. Free. W. Dug Gap Battle Rd., Dalton, 30720 706-278-0217, 800-331-3258,
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Historic Dalton Original Walking Ghost Tours Meet every Fri. and Sat. night on the deck across from t he Wink Theatre. 8 p.m. and 10 p.m. Adults $12, children $6. No reservations needed. 114 W. Crawford St., Dalton, 30720 706-218-5194, daltonghosttours.com
Prater's Mill This historic gristmill was built in 1855. Grounds daily. Buildings 9 a.m.-6 p.m. during fairs only. Ca ll for schedule and fees. 500 Prater's Mill Rd. (GA Hwy. 2), Dalton, 30721 706-694-645S, 800-331-3258, pratersmill.org I [;l WC Y
Spring Creek Preserve At t his 200-acre wetla nds reconstruction project visitors can observe native flora and fauna. Sat.-Sun. 9 a.m.-5 p.m . Free. Boyles Mill Rd., Dalton, 30720 706-278-1313, 800-331-3258, dutil.com/residential/cons_ wetlands.php I [;l
EAST ELLIJAY
Apple Orchard Alley Gilmer County is Georgia's apple capital and 11 of the county's 18 apple orchards are spread across this picturesque valley along GA Hwy. 52. Daily. Aug.-Dec. Free. GA Hwy. S2 E., East Ellijay, 30540 706-635-7400
ELLIJAY
Hillcrest Orchards Apples, sorghum syrup and mountain honey for sale. Activities include wagon rides, a nature trail and a petting zoo. Sept. 1Nov. 30. Daily 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Call for fees. 9696 GA Hwy. 52 E., Ellijay, 30S36 706-273-3838, hillcrestorchards.net [;lWC M I
Ridgeway Mountain Bike Trail Advanced and intermediate sections of this six-mile trail have been developed to challenge riders of various ski ll levels. Da ily. Call for fees. GA Hwy. 282, Ellijay 706-334-2248, carters.sam.usace.army.mil [;;)WC
River Right Outfitters Only outfitter on the Cartecay to provide free river access. Kayak rental, campground, and shuttle service (by donation). 9 a.m.-dark, winter 10 a.m.-dark. 1354 Lower Cartecay Rd ., Ellijay, 30540 Mon.-Thurs. 706-889-2657, Fri.-Sun. 706-273-7055
FAIRMOUNT
Sunrise Planetarium & Science Museum Open Oct.-May 1. Sun. 3 p.m. Other times by appt. Free. 1427 Slate Mine Rd ., Fairmount, 30139 706-337-2775, campsunrise.com
FORT OGLETHORPE
Sixth Cavalry Museum It preserves the rich military history of the "Fighting Sixth" Cavalry at Ft. Oglethorpe 1919-1942. Tue.-Fri. 9 a.m.-12 p.m., 1-4 p.m. Adults $3, students/ seniors $2, family $10. Barnhardt Cir., Ft. Oglethorpe, 30742 6thcavalrymuseum.com
Chickamauga and Chattanooga National Military Park The nation 's oldest, largest military park has monuments, historical tablets, a multimedia program and trails. Daily 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Summer 8:30 a.m.-6 p.m. Call for fees. 3370 LaFayette Rd ., Fort Oglethorpe, 30742 706-866-9241 , nps.gov/ chch I [;l WC 6,.
JASPER
Kirby-Quinton Heritage Cabin and Old Pickens Couhty Jail Cabin features 19th-century furnishings of frontier dwelling built in 1866. Old jail built in 1906 includes history of law enforcement in county since 1853. 5at.-5un. 2-5 pm. $3. 141 N. Main St., Jasper, 30143
706-2S3-1141 , marblevalley.org I C;;l WC 6'
Seventy-Four Ranch Get close to nature and the way cowboys lived more than 100 years ago. Become part of a "cattle drive" or help with branding. Overnigh t at the bed and breakfast. 920S Hwy. S3 W., Jasper, 30143 706-692-0123, seventyfourranch.com
KINGSTON
Governor's House Stroll this 1930s estate, which is complemented by gardens and a stained-glass chapel. Open the 2nd Thurs. each month for lunch 11:30 a.m.-2 :30 p.m. or by appt. Free. 45 Howard St., Kingston, 30145 770-336-9149, governorshouseonline.com C;;l WC 6-flT
Kingston Women's History Museum The museum portrays life in Kingston following the Civil War. Sat.-Sun. 1-4 p.m. Free. 13 E. Main St., Kingston, 30145
770-336-5540, notatlanta.org I C;;l WC 6' T
LAFAYETTE
Layfayette has a rich cultural history, as does its Chattooga Academy, later renamed John B. Gordon Hall after the Confederate general and Georgia governor. c i t y o f l a f a y e t t e .org
LOOKOUT MOUNTAIN
Battles for Chattanooga Museum The 3-D electronic battle map of the Civil War features 5,000 mini soldiers, 650 lights and sounds. Daily 10 a.m.-5 p.m., summer 9 a.m.-6 p.m . Adults $6.95, ch ildren $4.95. 1110 E. Brow Rd., Lookout Mountain, 37350 423-821-2812, 800-854-0675, battlesforchattanooga.com I C;;l WC 6' ~I
Rock City Gardens A woodland path leads visitors past rock formatio ns, caves an~ lush gardens, with more than 400 species of native plan t s. Call for hours. Adults $14.95, children $7.95. 1400 Patten Rd., Lookout Mountain, 30750 706-820-2531, 800-854-0675, seerockcity.com I C;;l WC fl T
DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES
LaFayette Pigeon Mountain Wildlife Management Area Spelu nking, hiking, fishing, camping, hunting, horseback riding and hanggliding ca n be enjoyed here. Daily. Free. LaFayette, 30728
706-295-6041, georgiawildlife.com I C;;l 6'
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Did You Know...
The study and exploration of caves is known as speleology, and of the more than 500 known caves in Georgia, most of them exist in the Historic High Country. Over the years, one of the few open to commercial tours has been Cave Spring's Cave.
McCAYSVILLE
Horseshoe Bend River Park Fish, hike or picnic on the banks of the Toccoa River. Da ily. Free. River Rd., McCaysville, 30555
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Rolling Thunder River Company Take a rafting or canoe trip on the Toccoa River. 800-408- 7238, rolli ngthunderriverco.com
Toccoa River Adventures Canoe, funyak, raft or tube down the Toccoa River. 340 Toccoa Ave., McCaysville, 30555 877-862-2620, toccoa-river-adventures.com
MORGANTON
The Trout Pond Enjoy fun family fishing for all ages. No license required. Wed.-Sun. 8 p.m.-7 p.m. 487 Wildlife Tri., Morganton, 30560 706-374-2389
NELSON
The Marble Museum Tour the local treasure to learn how marble is formed , mined and q uarried while exploring its many other uses. Mon.-Fri. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Free. 1985 Kennesaw Ave., Nelson, 30151
770-735-2211 I C;;l WC 6'
OAKMAN
Carters Lake Enjoy camping, picnicking, boating, fishing and hunting . Daily. Call for fees. 1850 Carters Dam Rd., Oakman, 30732 706-334-2248, carters.sam.usace.army.mil C;;l WC 6-T
RESACA
Confederate Cemetery-Battle of Resaca This battle was the first major conflict in the Campaign for Atlanta. Self-guided driving tour of battlefield available. Also visit the first Confederate cemetery. Daily. Free. US Hwy. 41 N. and Confederate Rd., Resaca, 30735 706-625-3200, 800-887-3811, resacabattlefield.org I C;;l WC 6'
Little River Farms Petting farm, fishing, picknicking. 669 Nickelsville Rd ., Resaca, 30735 706-629-9688, littleriverfarms.com
RINGGOLD
Elsie A . Holmes Nature Park Visitors can hike a trail, fish , picnic or just enjoy a quiet place to be in nature. Mon.-Sat. 9 a.m.-6 p.m., Sun. 1-6 p.m . Group tours available. Admission free, pavilion deposit $25. 88 Ben Holmes Rd ., Ringgold, 30736 706-935-5263 I C;;l WC 6' T
Georgia Winery Taste Center Free wine tasting, custom-made gift baskets and wine-making supplies. Specializes in Southern-style wines featuring muscadine. Mon.-Sat. 10 a.m.-6 p.m. 6467 Battlefield Pkwy., Ringgold, 30736 706-937-2177, georgiawines.com
Old Stone Church Museum Built around 1850, the recently restored church still has its orig inal pews. It now houses the Catoosa County Historical Museum. Thurs.-Sun. 1-4 p.m. Free. US Hwy. 41 and GA Hwy. 2, south of Ringold, 30736
706-935-5232 I C;;l WC 6'
RISING FAWN
Cloudland Canyon State Park Explore the gorge on hiking trails and overlooks; see waterfalls at the bottom. Disc golf course, camping, cottages and tennis are ava ilable. Da ily. 7 a.m.-10 p.m. $3 parking. Call for fees. 8 m iles east of Trenton, on Rt. 136 706-657-4050, 800-864-7275, gastateparks.org I C;;l WC 6'
Lookout Mountain Flight Park and Training Center Lessons and tandem flights available at America's No. 1 hang-gliding school. Call for hours and fees . 7201 Scenic Hwy., Ris ing Fawn, 30738 706-398-3541, 800-688-5637, hanglide.com C;;lWC o-
ROCKMART
Silver Comet Trail and Riverwalk The Silver Comet Trail, connecting Atlanta to the Alabama state line, is accessible from downtown Rockmart. Daily. Free. 604 Goodyear St., Rockmart, 30153 770-684-8760, 800-226-2517,
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ROME
Chieftains Museum and Major Ridge Home
Given the National Trail of Tears designation, its focus is the Cherokee leader Major Ridge. Tue.-Fri. 10 a.m .-3 p.m ., Sat. 10 a.m.-4 p.m . Adults $3, children $1.50, seniors $2. 501 Riverside Pkwy., Rome, 30161 706-291-9494, chieftainsmuseum .org [;l WC '
Eubanks Museum and Gallery The collection of J . Robert Eubanks, a
benefactor of Shorter College. Personal artifacts from around the world include trophy animals from Africa and India. 315 Shorter Ave., Rome, 30165 706-291-2121 , shorter.edu
Lock and Dam Regional Park
RV-ready campsites with picnic shelters, an exhibition center, horseshoe pits, canoe rentals and fishing on the Coosa River. Call for hours and fees. 181 Lock and Dam Rd., Rome, 30161
e- 706-234-5001 , rfpra .com I [;l WC VIY
Marshall Forest
Hiking trails crisscross one of the few remaining stands of old-growth forest in the Ridge and Valley Province, a corridor that runs from Pennsylvania to Alabama. Free. Horseleg Creek Rd ., Rome, 30165
404-873-6946, nature.org/georgia I [;l
Oak Hill and the Martha Berry Museum
It houses a remarkable collection of art, including memorabilia from Martha Berry's founding of the Berry Schools. Mon.-Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Adults $5, seniors $4, children $3. 24 Veterans Memorial Hwy., Rome, 30165 706-291-1883, 800-220-5504,
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Rocky Mountain Recreation and Fishing Area
Enjoy fishing, hunting, picnicking, hiking, camping, swimming and other outdoor activities. Daily. $3 per vehicle. 4054 Big Texas Valley Rd., Rome, 30165 706-802-5087, gofishgeorgia.com [;lWC e-
Rome Area History Museum
Tales of adventure, exploration and dedication await, from DeSoto to the Civil War, from early barnstormers to more recent Rome history. Tue.-Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. $3. 305 Broad St ., Rome, 30161 706-235-8051 , romeh isto rymuseum.com [;l WC e- T
Rome Speedway
The speedway is the world 's fastest halfmile dirt track. Call for hours and fees. Chulio Rd., Rome, 30161
e- 706-235-2541, d ixiespeedway.com I [;l WC II
ROSSVILLE
Lake Winnepesaukah
Since 1925, this amusement park has been fun for the whole family. Ride over 30 rides and enjoy paddleboats, mini-golf and games. Call for hours and fees. 1730 Lakeview Dr., Rossville, 30741 706-866-5681, 877-525-3946,
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SUMMERVILLE
James H. Floyd State Park
Surrounded by rural countryside, this quiet park offers fishing on two stocked lakes, hiking, camping and cottages. Daily 7 a.m .10 p.m. $3 parking. Call for fees. 3 miles southeast of Summerville, off US Hwy. 27 706-857-0826, 800-864-7275,
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Civil War re-enacters at Chickamauga and Chattanooga National Military Park, Ft. Oglethorpe
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Paradise Garden Park and Museum World-renowned folk artist Howard Finster began creating his gardens here in 1951. US Hwy. 27 N., Summerville finster.com
TALLAPOOSA
Bud Jones Taxidermy Museum This museum includes exotic animal mounts and an extensive fossil collection. Mon.-Fri. 8 a.m.-5 p.m., Sat. 9 a.m .-12 p .m . Free. 359 GA Hwy. 120 E., Tallapoosa, 30176 770-S74-7480, budjonestaxidermy.com ~ WC 6.
Peacock and Possum Tales Heritage Arts Center Features works of local artists from folk art to pottery. 139 Connecticut Ave., Tallapoosa, 30176 770-574-2367
West Georgia Museum of Tallapoosa This museum focuses on local history and paleontology. Tue.-Fri. 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Sat. 9 a.m.-5 p.m . Adults $2, children $1. 185 Mann St., Tallapoosa, 30176
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Did You Know...
In 1828 in the Cherokee capital New Echota, the Cherokee Phoenix was printed; it was the first publication of an An1erican Indian newspaper. Although the Georgia Guard de troyed the press when the Cherokee people were forced to leave Georgia, hundreds of lead letters were recovered in a 1nid-1900s excavation.
TRENTON
Wilderness Outdoor Movie Theater World 's largest single-screen outdoor movie theater and drive-in. Enjoy the movie from your car or on the landscaped hillside seating. Fri.-Sun. Adults $5, children $3. 217 Old Hales Rd ., Trenton, 307S2 706-6S7-8411 , wildernesstheater.com ~WC 6.
TUNNEL HILL
Tunnel Hill Heritage Center and Western and Atlantic Railroad Tunnel Visit this local history, railroad, Cherokee and Civil War museum, and walk the railroad tunnel built in 1850. Civil War re-enactment every Sept. weekend after Labor Day. 215 Clisby Austin Rd ., Tunnel Hill, 30755 706-270-9960, 800-331-3258, tunnelhillheritagecenter.com I ~ WC 6.
VILLA RICA
Known as the "city of riches," it was home to the first gold strike in Georgia in 7826. It 's also the birthplace of Thomas A. Dorsey, the famous songwriting "Father of Gospel. "
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WALESKA
Funk Heritage Center and Appalachian Settlement Visit Georgia's official Frontier and Southeastern Indian Interpretive Center. Mon.-Fri. 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Sun. 1-5 p.m. Adults $6, children $4, seniors $5.50. 7300 Reinhardt College Cir., Waleska, 30183-2981 770-720-S970, reinhardt.edu/ funkheritage ~WC 6.
WHITE
Weinman Mineral Museum Gems, minerals and fossils of the world, including the best collection of Georgia minerals on display in the Southeast. Mon.Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Adults $4, children $3. 51 Mineral Museum Dr., Wh ite, 30184 770-386-0576, weinmanmu seum.org ~WC 6.
WHITESBURG
McIntosh Reserve It has hiking, horseback riding, fishing , a waterpark, camping and canoeing, and contains part of Creek Indian Chief McIntosh's plantation. Daily. Call for fees . 1046 W. McIntosh Cir., Whitesburg, 30185 770-830-S879, ca rrollcountyrec.com ~WC 6.
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Econo Lodge 2007 Tampico Way
Guest Inn 2208 Chattanooga Rd.
Hampton Inn 1000 Market St.
Jameson Inn 790 College Dr.
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Ellijay Inn 92 S. Main St.
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Blue Ridge Inn 477 W. First St.
Sugar Creek Farm & Inn 1050 Cox Rd .
WIiiow Creek Inn 360 Willow Creek Rd.
Cave Spring Hearn Inn 13 Cedar Town St.
Tumli n House Bed & Breakfast 38 Alabama St.
Chatsworth
Hearthstone Lodge Bed & Breakfast 2755 GA Hwy. 282
Overlook Inn Bed & Breakfast 864 Wilderness View
Spring Place Inn Bed & Breakfast 126 Elm St.
Chickamauga Gordon-Lee Mansion 217 Cove Rd.
Cloudland
Mountain Grove at Cloudland 203 Elm St.
Dallas
Ragsdale Inn 103 Ragsdale Pl.
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Holly Tree House Bed & Breakfast 217 W. Cuyler St.
Ellijay
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Poindexter House 75 North Ave.
Ft. Oglethorpe Captain's Quarters Bed & Breakfast Inn 13 Barnhardt Cir.
Lookout Mtn. Garden'Walk Bed & Breakfast Inn 1206 Lula Lake Rd.
Morganton
Annie's Pillows & Pancakes 625 Wise Rd.
Resaca
Little River Farms 669 Nickelsville Rd.
Rome
Claremont House Bed & Breakfast 906 E. Second Ave.
Stone House at Zion Farms 2979 Big Texas Valley Rd.
Summerville Dillard's Bed & Breakfast 625 E. Washington St.
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Villa Rica
Twin Oaks Bed & Breakfast 9565 E. Liberty Rd.
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Cave Spring Cedartown Chatsworth
Harvest Moon RV Park 1001 Poplar Springs Rd.
Leisure Time RV Park 881 Poplar Springs Rd.
Big Canoe's Paradise Retreat 1728 Tamworth Ct.
1- 2-1 Cabins Woodland Tri.
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Aska Mountain Cabin I & II 450 Bell Camp Rd.
Avenalr Mountain Cabins 1862 Old Hwy. 76
Backwoods Cabin Rentals 59 McKinney Rd .
Black Bear Cabin Rentals 1901 Appalachian Hwy.
Blue Ridge Cabins 3441 E. First St.
Blue Ridge Mineral Springs RV Park 803 Mineral Springs Rd.
Blue Ridge Mountain Cabins 3691 E. First St.
Blue Stone Cabins 649 E. Main St.
Bradley's River Cabin 329 Wib Kindall Rd.
Cabin In The Clouds Aska Rd.
Cabin Fever 51 Wampum Way
Cohutta WIiderness Area 6050 Appalachian Hwy.
Cooper's Creek Scenic & Rec Area Forest Service Rd. 4
Deep Hole Campground Hwy. 60 S.
Deer Tra ils Cabin Rentals 2460 E. First St.
First Class Cabins 3980 E. First St.
Frank Gross Recreation Area-CNF Forest Service Rd. 69
Georgia Mountain Cabin Rentals 1844 Old Hwy. 76
Lake Blue Ridge Recreation Area Dry Branch Rd.
Last Resort 45 Last Resort Pass
Lazy Acres Cabin 3 Asters Ct.
The Melancholy Moose Lodge 120 Foxfire Rd.
Mountain Getaway Cabin Rentals 181 Tammen Dr.
Mountain Paradise Blueridge Area
Mountain River Cabins 3830 E. First St.
Mountain Top Cabin Rentals 1844 Old Hwy. 76
My Mountain Cabin Rentals 3945 Old Loving Rd.
Sanctuary Cove Cabin 8795 Old Hwy. 2
A Shady Springs Cottage 301 Mill Creek Rd.
Southern Comfort Cabin Rentals 950 Appalachian Hwy.
Sugar Creek RV Park 1220 Cox Rd.
Tica Cabin Rentals 699 E. Main St.
Toccoa River Houses 730 Riverside Ln. Toccoa Valley Campgrounds 11481 Aska Rd.
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Allatoona Landing Marine Resort 24 Allatoona Landing Rd.
Clark Creek North Campground Off US Hwy. 75, Glade Rd.
Clark Creek South Campground Off US Hwy. 75, Glade Rd.
Gatewood Park 244 Bartow Beach Rd.
Cartersville KOA 800 Cassville White Rd.
McKaskey Creek Campground Off GA Hwy. 20, McKaskey Creek Rd.
McKinney Campground Off US Hwy. 75, King's Camp Rd.
Old Highway 41 #3 Campground Off GA Hwy. 92
Red Top Mountain State Park & Lodge 50 Lodge Rd.
Upper Stamp Creek Campground Off US Hwy. 75, Wilderness Camp Rd.
Cedar Creek Park 6770 Cave Spring Rd.
Hightower Falls 771 Hightower Falls Rd.
Carters Lake Marina & Resort 575 Marina Rd.
Fort Mountain State Park 181 Fort Mountain Park Rd.
Lake Conasauga 3941 US Hwy. 76
WIiderness View Cabin Rentals 9420 GA Hwy. 52
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Rockcreek Cabin Rentals 9 White Dove Ln.
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Hidden Hollow Resort 463 Hidden Hollow Ln.
706-539-2372
Our Mountain 265 Cabin Dr.
706-862-6363
Cohutta Springs Campground 1175 Cohutta Springs Rd.
706-695-9093
Bears Crossing 34 Turn ip Town Rd .
706-635-7831
Bears Den Cabin 76 Serenity Pl.
706-635-6982
Beaver Forest Villas 634 Beaver Lake Dr.
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Cady's Cartecay Cabin 569 Riverfro nt Dr.
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Cedar Crest Mountain Resorts 159 Back Pine Way
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Georgia Mountain Cabins 120 Dawson Creek Dr.
678-45 4-6059
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678 - 528-4533
Lighthouse Cabin 35 Lakeside Tri.
770 -963-9 4 0 0
Mountain Cabin Rentals 463 Fugue Dr.
706 -337-5541
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706 - 276-1495
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352-694-3220
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770-420-1 473
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770-428-4402
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Sundowner Cabins 978 S. Main St., Ste. 101
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White Pine Lodge 196 White Pine Ridge
770-339-5635
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706-496-5752
Mountain Laurel Cabins 3387 E. First St., Ste. A
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A Beary Special Cabin 115 Wild Cat Run
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706-632-3043
Morganton Point Recreation Area County Rd. 616
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My Mountain Cabin Rentals 3945 Old Loving Rd.
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Doll Mounta in Campgrounds GA Hwy. 382
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Harris Branch Campgrounds GA Hwy. 382
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Woodring Branch Campground GA Hwy. 282
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Chattanooga South KOA Campground 199 KOA Blvd.
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Above The Clouds Inn 885 Sunset Dr.
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Chimney's Campground 2818 Scenic Hwy.
Cloudland Canyon State Park 122 Cloudland Canyon Park Rd. 706-657-4050
R Haven Overnight Family Park 7643 Hwy. US 11
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The Rock 130 Forsyth Lake Rd.
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Lock & Dam Park 181 Lock & Dam Rd.
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Rocky Mountain Recreation Area 4054 Big Texas Valley Rd. 706-802-5087
The Pocket Campground-CNF
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Best Holiday Trav-L-Park 1623 Mack Smith Rd.
706-891-9766
James H. Floyd State Park 2800 Sloppy Floyd Lake Rd.
706-857-0826
Big Oak RV Park 11 79 GA Hwy. 100 S.
770-574-5522
Helton Howland Memorial Park US Hwy. 78 E.
770-574-2345
Tally Valley Park 3025 US Hwy. 78 E.
770-574-2076
Talona Creek Campground 47 Carnes Mill Rd.
706-253-6143
Lookout Mountain KOA P.O. Box 490
706-657-6815
McIntosh Reserve Park 1046 W. McIntosh Cir.
770-830-5879
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Northeast Mountains waterfall
f rugged land ofunsurpassed beauty, the No rtheast Georgia Mountains region
J l / boasts gorgeous waterfalls, quality wineries, myriad lakes and rivers, sunny
hillside orchards, and cozy hamlets perfect fo r rejuvenating getaways. Become immersed in local lore and discover a vibrant Appalachian heritage that comes alive in local art, crafts, music and museums.
A Way of Life
The mountains host a variety of experiences. Explore the Currahee Military Museum in Toccoa and Vogel State Park's CCC (Civi lian Conservation Corps) Museum. At Jefferson's Crawford W. Long Museum, learn about the doctor who made med ical hist~ry using ether as a surgical anesthetic, and explore a geological legacy at Elberton's Granite Museum. Foxfire promotes the learner-oriented, community-based teaching style inherent to Southern Appalachian culture through its museum, magazine and Rabun County headquarters. The Northeast Georgia History Center in Gainesville is dedicated to the preservation of the cultural, athletic, political, social and economic history of the region . In Dawsonville, learn about the early years of NASCAR racing at the Dawsonville Pool Room and Georgia's Racing Hall of Fame.
An Appalachian Bavaria
Helen has the unique distinction of being an old-world alpine village in Appalachia. Quaint downtown shops lure
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souvenir collectors, whi le those not inclined to shop can enjoy the sights from a tube on the Chattahoochee River that flows through town. Thrill-seekers can visit the town 's newest attraction: a year-round spooky warehouse called Haunted Helen. Nearby Nacoochee Village offers other
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interesting shopping options, as well as dining at the Nacoochee Grill and wine tasting at the Habersham Winery. Explore a grist mill, go horseback riding, try fly fishing and visit the Sautee Nacoochee Indian Mound.
Farm Finds
Stock up on fresh produce and enjoy idyllic scenery at places like Hillside Orchards in Tiger, Burt's Pumpkin Farm in Dawsonville, Southern Tree Plantation in Blairsville and Alto's Jaemor Farms. Get lost in one of the regions magnificent mazes, including Joe's Rows, the North Georgia Corn Maze, Uncle Shuck's, Jaemor Farms and Hillside Orchard 's Corn Maze. Explore a restored turn-of-the-century agricultural center at Shields-Etheridge Farm in Jefferson. Serenity Cellars in Cleveland and Blackstock in Dahlonega are the two newest of the region's 10 vineyards and wineries.
Burt's Pumpkin Farm, Dawsonville
Out of the Ordinary
Brasstown Bald, Geprgia's highest peak, supports unique wildlife and vegetation, making it a part of the state's only "cloud forest." Outside Elberton lie the Georgia Guidestones, a Stonehenge-esque arrangement of huge granite slabs inscribed with instructions for restoring society after a nuclear disaster. The renowned splendor of Tallulah Gorge and its five spectacular fall s can be experienced on an easy walk along the North Rim Trail , and the park's Jane Hurt Yarn Interpretive Center explains the history of the amazing geological formation . Nearly 30 years ago, Xavier Roberts took the world by storm with his Original
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Wolf Mountain Vineyards and Winery; Dahlonega Cabbage Patch Kids. Visitors still flock to Babyland General in Cleveland to tour the world of these "adoptable" bundles of joy. Baseball greats Ty Cobb, "The Georgia Peach," and Johnny Mize, "The Big Cat," both have museums highlighting their athletic accomplishments in Royston and Demorest, respectively.
A Town with a Past ... and Present
In 1829, the first gold rush in the U.S. took over Dahlonega. Tour some of the sites of this early frenzy and see working
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Panning for gold, Dahlonega
mining equipment at the Consolidated Gold Mine and Crissons Gold Mine. Get an informative overview of the state's gold mining history at the Dahlonega Courthouse Gold Museum Historic Site. Today, the town is rich in another arena : the fine arts. See unique performances at the historic Holly Theatre and visit the Buisson Arts Center for a w ide collection of visual art and engaging live performances. Local artists like potter Brad Walker display their wares in galleries around the old town square, and wine lovers flock to the area for its quality wineries .
Curling Up
The mountains are the perfect place for a contemplative retreat or a family vacation. Choose from cabins that range from large and well-appointed to tiny and rustic, quaint bed-andbreakfast inns, and yurts, ava ilable in Dahlonega and at Bobby Brown State Park. Another unique option is Amicalola State Park's Len Foote Hike Inn, a cozy
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Did You Know...
Brasstown Bald is the highest peak in Georgia, standing at 4,784 feet above sea level. Perhaps lesser known than its neighbor, Blood Mountain, it is a popular destination for astronomers because of the darkness and height. The Brasstown Bald Trail is the only place in Georgia where rhododendrons blo01n in June.
hikers' lodge accessible only by foot via a five-mile trail through the Chattahoochee National Forest.
Mountain Stages
Celebrate the region 's rich performing-arts tradition while enjoying a delicious repast at the Black Bear Dinner Theatre near Helen. Housed in an old rural schoolhouse, the Sautee Nacoochee Center features local talent on stage and in its visual arts galleries. The Anderson Music Hall, a performing arts venue at the Georgia Mountain Fairgrounds in Hiawassee, hosts numerous regional and national acts, as does the Cumming Playhouse.
Flowing Waters
Explore historic and modern uses for North Georgia's rivers . The region boasts five historic covered bridges (Watson Mill, Poole's Mill, Stovall, Lula and Cromer's Mill), five grist mills (Nora Mill, Logan Turnpike, Barkers Mill, Hurricane Shoals and Sylvan Falls Mill) and many stunning waterfalls
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Tour de Georgia at Brasstown Bald
(Anna Ruby, Amicalola, Toccoa, Panther Creek and DeSoto, to name just a few). Take a whitewater rafting adventure on the Chattooga, Georgia's only nationally designated Wild and Scenic River. Appalachian Outfitters sets up tubing and paddling excursions on the Etowah and Chestatee Rivers, Broad River Outpost supplies gear for exploring the Broad River, and Wildwood Outpost arranges paddles down the Chattahoochee.
Handmade in the Hills
From David Drake to Lanier Meaders, the Folk Pottery Museum of Northeast Georgia in Sautee showcases some of the region's most remarkable folk potters and the tradition that has been the legacy of the area for centuries. Discover the area 's wealth of folk potters as you travel along the Folk Potters Trail. In Clarkesville, purchase unique works of art at the Burton Gallery and Emporium, Mark of the Potter and Hickory Flat Pottery. Explore the art of glass blowing at Glass Mountain Gallery and Studio in Helen and Bendzunas Glass and Pottery in Comer. See artist demonstrations, participate in workshops and browse completed works at the Georgia Heritage Center for the Arts in Tallulah Falls. Once housed in a decrepit chicken house near Dahlonega, the Funky Chicken Art Project now boasts renovated gallery space and an outdoor sculpture garden featuring fanciful local art. Comer's Blue Bell Gallery also hosts artist receptions and demonstrations and has plenty of gallery space to display its wares.
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Jaemor Farms Specializing in fresh seasonal fruits and vegetab les, Jaemor also offers canned goods, relishes and pickles. Mon.-Sat. 7 a.m.7 p.m., Sun. 1-6 p.m. 5340 Cornel ia Hwy., Alto, 30510 770-869-3999, jamsjellies.com
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Smithville Village The vi llage features an authentic general store, an ice cream parlor, a cafe, a tearoom, an old log smokehouse and other reli cs from the 19th century. Daily 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. 285 Smithville Ln., Alto, 30S10
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BLAIRSVILLE
A Step Above Stables Th is full-service horse stable offers guided trail rides, boarding, breeding, farrier service, resistance-free training and a covered arena. Daily 9 a.m.-sunset. Call for fees . 3839 5. Mauney Rd., Blairsville, 30512 706-745-9051, astepabovestables.net I l:;l 6'T
Cedar Mountain Trout Farm Pay for what you catch by the pound. No license required. Everything included. Camping also available. Daily. 6550 Cedar Mountain Trout Farm Rd. , Blairsville, 30512 706-745-5853
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Goose Creek Trout Ponds Pay for what you catch. Ponds open most days Call or come by office for hours and fees. 7061 Goose Creek, Blairsville, 30512 706-745-5111, goosecreekcabins.com
Lake Nottely With 106 miles of shoreline. this 4,180-acre lake offers boating, swimming, fish ing, picnicking and camping . Daily. Sunrisesunset Call for fees. US Hwy. 19 and US Hwy. 129 N., Blairsville, 30512 706-74S-5789, blairsvillechamber.com [;l WC 6'
Misty Mountain Train Museum This 4 ,000-foot model train layout is the largest privately owned O-gauge collection in the U.S. Tours 2 p.m. May-Dec. Wed ., Fri., Sat. $3. Donations accepted. 4381 Misty Mountain Ln ., off Town Creek Rd ., Blairsville, 30S12 706-74S-9819, mistymountaininn.com [;l WC 6'
Mountain Crossings at Walasi-Yi Center It provides hostel services and outfitting to hikers on the Appalachian Trail. Daily midFeb.- Sept. 8:30 a.m.- 6 p.m., Nov. -mid -Feb. 9 a.m .-5 p.m. Lodging $15 per night. 9710 Gainesville Hwy., Blairsville, 30512 706-74S-6095, mountaincrossings.com l:;lWC I
Mountain Life Museum Site of the resto red 1906 Grapel le Butt Mock House. the restored 1861 John Payne Cabin, the Mountain Marketplace Heritage Festival held Labor Day wknd . and the Mountain Craft Store in the 1906 house. 99 School St., 30S12, 706-74S-S493, 706-74S-0666, unioncountyhistory.org
Nottely River Campgrounds, Cabins and Tubing Go tu bing on the Nottely River from May-Nov. 3695 Nottely River Campg round Rd ., Blairsville, 30512 706-74S-6711
Old Courthouse Museum See vestiges of the cou nty's rich past, from Civil War memorabilia to 19th-century farm equipment. May-Oct. Sat. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. or by appt. Adults $2, children $1. On the Square, Blairsville, 30S12 706-74S-5493 , unioncountyhistory.org
Pappy's Riverwalk Trading post and other unique shops. 2763 Pappy's Plaza, Gainesville Hwy., Blairsville, 30512 706-74S-2965 11:;l WC 6'i i T
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Southern Tree Plantation Visitors ca n choose their own Christmas tree or pumpkin, enjoy hay rides, train rides, a maze, a petting zoo and handcrafts on this 60-acre farm . Call for hours and fees. 2531 Owltown Rd ., Blairsville, 30512 706-745-0601, southerntreeplantation.com [;l WC 6-flT
Trackrock Stables Experience a scenic mountain t rail ride through the Trackrock Campground. Guided rides only. Reservations recommended . Call for hours and fees. 4890 Trackrock Camp Rd ., Blairsville, 30512 706-745-5252, 800-826-0073, trackrock.com l:;lWCT
Vogel State Park This is one of Georgia's oldest sta te parks. Try trails, camping, cottages, a lake with a beach, fishing, Civilian Conservation Corps museum, picnic areas and seasonal minigolf. Daily 7 a.m.-10 p.m. $3 parking. 7485 Vogel State Park Rd ., Bla irsville, 30512 706-745-2628, 800-864-7275, gastateparks.org I [;l WC 6'
BOWMAN
The Sandbar Kayak rentals on the Broad River. 3435 King Hall Mill Rd., Bowman, 30624 706-245-4163, thesandbarbroadriver.com
BRASELTON
Chateau Elan Winery & Resort A 16th-century-style French chateau with lush vineyards, a 276 -room inn. a spa , golf, tennis , nature trails, seven restaurants and a winery. Tours, tastings and a wine shop. 100 Rue Charlemagne, Braselton, 30517 678-425-0900, 800-233-WINE,
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VISITOR RESOURCES
Look here for information on convention and visitors bureaus, chambers ofcommerce, state visitors centers and local welcome centers.
Blairsville
Blairsville-Union County Chamber of Commerce May-Oct. Mon.-Fri. 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m., Sat. 10 a.m. -1 p.m. 385 Welcome Center Ln., Blairsville, 30514 706-745-5789, 877-745-5789,
blairsvillechamber.com I [;l WC 6'
Carnesville
Franklin County Chamber of Commerce Mon.-Fri. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. 165 Athens St., Carnesville, 30521
706-384-4659, franklin-county.com I C:l WC
Clarkesville
Habersham County Welcome Center Tue.-Fri. 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Sat. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Mauldin House, 458 Jefferson St., Clarkesville, 30523 706-754-2296, habershamchamber.com C:lWC o-
Clayton
(J) Rabun _County Welcome Center Mon.-Fn. 9 a.m.-5 p.m . and also Sat. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. during Apr.-Oct. 232 US Hwy. 441 N., Clayton, 30525
706-782-4812, gamountains.com I [;l WC 6'
Rabun County Convention and Visitors Bureau P.O. Box 761, Clayton, 30525 706-782-5113, gamountains.com I C:l WC 6'
Cleveland
White County Chamber of Commerce Mon.-Fri. 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m. 122 N. Main St., Cleveland, 30528 706-865-5356, whitecountychamber.org C:l WC 6'
Commerce
Jackson County Area Chamber of Commerce Mon.-Fri. 8:30 a.m .-5 p.m . 1655 S. Elm St., Commerce, 30529 706-335-1897, jacksoncountyga.com C:l WC 6'
Cornelia
Habersham County Chamber of Commerce 1 Mon.-Fri. 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m. Clarkesville St., Cornelia, 30531 706-778-4654, 800-835-2559, habershamchamber.com
Cumming
Cumming-Forsyth County Chamber of Commerce Mon.-Thurs. 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m., Fri. 8 :30 a.m.-4 p.m. 212 Kelly Mill Rd ., Cumming, 30040
770-887-6461, forsythchamber.org I C:l WC 6'
Dahlonega
(J) Da_hlonega Welcome Center Daily. 9 a.m.-5.30 p.m. 13 5. Park St., Dahlonega, 30533 706-864-3711, 800-231-5543,
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Danielsville
Madison County Chamber of Commerce Mon.-Fri. 8 a.m.-5 p.m. 101 Courthouse Square, Ste. 1, Danielsville, 30633 706-795-3473, madisoncountyga.org C:lWC
Dawsonville
Dawson County Chamber, Convention and Visitors Bureau and Welcome Center Mon.-Fri. 8 a.m.-5 p.m. 54 GA Hwy. 53 W., Dawsonville, 30534 706-265-6278, 877-302-9271, dawson.org C:lWC o-
Elberton
Elbert County Chamber and Welcome Center Mon.-Fri. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. 104 Heard St., Elberton, 30635
706-283-5651, elbertga.com I C:l WC 6'
Flowery Branch
(J) Northeast Georgia Regional Welcome Center Dai ly. 9 a.m .-5 p.m. 4700 Lanier Pkwy., Flowery Branch, 30542 770965-9272, greaterhallchamber.com C:l WC 6'
Gainesville
Gainesville-Hall County Convention and Visitors Bureau Mon.-Fri. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. 117 Jesse Jewell Pkwy., Gainesville, 30503 770-536-5209, 888-536-0005,
gainesvillehallcvb.org I C:l WC 6'
Greater Hall Chamber and Gainesville Welcome Center Mon.-Fri. 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m. 230 E. E. Butler Pkwy., Gainesville, 30501 770-532-6206, greaterhallchamber.com C:lWC o-
Hartwell
Hart County Chamber of Commerce Mon.-Fri. 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m. 31 E. Howell St., Hartwell, 30643
706-376-8590, hart-chamber.erg I [;l WC 6'
Helen
(J) Helen Welcome Center Mon.-Sat. 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Sun. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. 726 Brucken Strasse, Helen, 30545 706-878-2181, 800-858-8027, helenga.org C:lWC o-
Homer
Banks County Convention and Visitors Bureau Mon.-Fri. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Off US Hwy. 441, Homer, 30547
706-677-5265, bankscountyga.org I C:l WC 6'
Lavonia
Lavonia Chamber of Commerce Mon.-Fri. 9 a.m.-12 p.m., 1-5 p.m. 1269 E. Main St., Lavonia, 30553 706-356-8202, lavonia-ga.com I [;l WC 6'
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\I Center-Lavonia Daily 8:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m., restrooms 7 a.m.-11 p.m. 938 County Rd . 84, Lavonia, 30553 706-356-4019, georgia.org I [;l WC 6'
Toccoa
(J) Toccoa_'A'.elcome Center Mon.-Fn. 8.30 a.m.-5 p.m. Free. 160 N. Alexander St., Toccoa, 30577 706-886-2132, toccoagachamber.com C:lWC b.
Winder
Barrow County Chamber of Commerce Mon.-Thurs. 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m., Fri. 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m. 6 Porter St. (Historic Train Depot), Winder, 30680 770-867-9444, barrowchamber.com C:l WC 6'
Young Harris
(J) Towns County Welcome Center Mon.-Fn. 9 a.m .-5 p.m . and Apr.-Dec. Sat. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. 1411 Fuller Cir., Young Harris, 30582 706-896-4966, 800-984-1543,
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Lanier National Speedway Visit this NASCAR-sanctioned stockcar raci ng track, with events every Sat. night Mar.-Oct. Office open Mon.-Fri. 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Call for schedule and fees. One Raceway Dr., Braselton, 30517 770-967-8600, lanierspeedway.com C:lWC b. Wf
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Mayfield Dairy Farms Visitors can enjoy a tour of a milk-processing facility, a gift shop, an ice cream parlor and a film . Mon.-Fri. 9 a.m.-5 p.m ., Sat. 9 a.m.2 p.m. Call for tour times. Free. 1160 Broadway Ave., Braselton, 30517 706-654-9180, 888-298-0396, mayfielddairy.com I [;l WC 6'
Road Atlanta and Panoz Racing School This 12-turn road course hosts internationally acclaimed events, such as the Suzuki AMA Superbikes Showdown. Office open Mon.-Fri. 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Call for schedule and fees. 5300 Winder Hwy., Braselton, 30517 770-967-6143, 800-849-RACE,
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Brasstown Bald At the summit of Georgia's highest mountain you 'll find a visitors center, trails and an observation deck. Daily Memorial Day-Oct.. weekends only Mar.-May. Call for fees .
GA Hwy. 180 Spur, Blairsville, 30S12 706-745-6928, 706-896-2556
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Cooper Creek Scenic Area This area features hiking trails, campsites and trout fishing in Cooper Creek and its tributaries . Da ily. Free.
Off GA Hwy. 515, Blairsville, 30512
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Helton Creek Falls Hike down a half-mile trail to a pier and observation deck over the water. Open daily sunrise to sunset.
US Hwy. 19 S., Blairsville, 30512 770-297-3000, ts.fed .us/cont
Sosebee Cove Scenic Area This 175-acre tract is a memorial to Arthur Woody, the "barefoot ranger" who served from 1918 to 1945. Daily. Free.
GA Hwy. 180, 11 miles south of Blairsville, Blairsville, 30512
706-745-6928, ts.fed.us/ cont I [;J
Trackrock Archaeological Area Prese rved petroglyphs of ancient Indian origin are the highlight of this 52-acre area. Daily. Free.
Trackrock Gap Rd., Blairsville, 30512
706-745-6928, ts.fed .us/ cont I [;J
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Panther Creek Falls & Recreation Area A trail leads visitors along the creek's bluffs to three waterfalls. Daily. Admission $2 per vehicle.
Old US Hwy. 441 N., Clarkesville, 30523
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Ca on Becky Branch Falls This 20-foot cascade, five minutes from downtown Clayton, is easily accessible with a walk up a trail to a bridge at the base of the falls .
Warwoman Rd ., Clayton, 30525 706-782-3320, visitnortheastgeorgia.com/
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Chattooga Wild & Scenic River This is Georgia's only river with the " Wild and Scenic" designation. Picnic and watch the rafters and paddlers test their skills as they attempt Bull Sluice rapid, or join them.
US Hwy. 76 E., Clayton, 30525 706-782-3320, ts.fed .us/cont
Coleman River Scenic Area Hiking tra ils meander through old-growth timber alongside a stream tumbling through high boulders. F.S. Rd . 70, Clayton, 30S25
706-782-3320, fs .fed .us/conf
Dick's Creek Falls This waterfall is approximately 60 feet high and makes a sheer drop over a granite mound into the Chattooga River. There's a viewing area at the top of the falls.
Off Sandy Ford Rd., Clayton, 30S25 706-782-3320, visitnortheastgeorgia .com/
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Ellicott Rock Wilderness Area Try this 2,021-acre wilderness area for great hiking. Daily. Free.
F.S. Rd. 646, Clayton, 30525
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Holcomb Creek Falls This tra il passes Holcomb Creek Falls, which drops and flows over the shoals and Ammons Creek Falls, where there is an observation deck.
Hale Ridge Rd ., Clayton, 30525 706-782-3320, visitnortheastgeorgia.com/ waterfalls .htm
Popcorn Overlook Located in the Chattooga Ranger District, this scenic vista overlooks the mountains along US 76 west of Clayton. Picnicking.
US Hwy. 76 W. , Clayton , 30525 770-867-3150, ts.fed .us/cont
Rabun Beach Recreation Area Visitors can enjoy picnicking, hiking, boating, swimming and fishing. Campsites with electrical and water hookups are available. Daily. Call for fees.
Lake Rabun Rd . S. (County Rd. 10), Clayton, 30525
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Sandy Bottom Recreation Area Campsites, picnic areas and fishing make this spot a mountain favorite. Dai ly. Call for fees . F.S. Rd . 70, Clayton, 30525 706-782-3320, ts.fed .us/ cont I [;J WC 6'
Southern Nantahala Wilderness Area This scenic area offers breathtaking views of the mountains. in addition to hiking, ecotourism and wildlife viewing. Da ily. Free.
F.S. Rd . 70, Clayton, 30525
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Tallulah River Recreation Area Fish for trout in the Tallulah River or hike through nearby Coleman River Scenic Area in this secluded section of the Tallulah Ranger District. Daily. Call for fees.
F.5. Rd . 70, Clayton, 30525
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Tate Branch Recreation Area Located in the Tallulah Ranger District , this recreation area has trout fishing , fall color and remote mountain scenery. Campsites available. Daily. Call for fees.
F.S. Rd . 70, Clayton, 30525
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Warwoman Dell Recreation Area Enjoy hunting, camping, fishing, hiking, bird watching , picnicking and trails. Daily. Free. Call for camping fees.
Warwoman Rd ., Clayton, 30525
770-535-5700, gohuntgeorg ia.com I [;J
Willis Knob Recreation Area Horseback riding, fishing and hiking are all available here. Daily. Call for fees.
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Cleveland Boggs Creek Day Use Hunting and fishing nearby. Da ily. US Hwy. 129 N., Cleveland , 30528 706-754-6221, ts.fed .us/cont
Dahlonega Chestatee Overlook Located in the Brasstown Ranger District with scenic v iews of Blood Mountain Cove. Picnicking avai lable. GA Hwy. 60, north of Dahlonega, 30528 706-745-6928, ts.fed .us/cont
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Thompson Mills Forest State arboretum of Georgia offers 330 acres with granite outcrop, three trails and a seven-acre garden featuring a 30-min. self-guided walk. Mon.-Fri. 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
New Liberty Church Rd ., Braselton, 30517 706-654-2666
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Cromer's Mill Covered Bridge Visit this 1907 covered bridge w ith the town lattice design.
GA Hwy. 106 E., Carnesville, 30521 706-384-4659, franklin-county.com
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Brigadoon Lodge & Fly Fishing Hidden in the Blue Ridge Mountains, Brigadoon Lodge, on the Soque River, has become a favorite fishing destination. Call for hours and fees.
8137 GA Hwy. 197 N., Clarkesville, 30523 706-754-1558, 706-754-2229,
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Lake Burton Trout Hatchery Enjoy fishing for brown and rainbow trout, picnicking, wildlife-viewing areas, a kids' stocked catfish pond, boating and ski ing. Daily 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m . Free. 3695 GA Hwy. 197 N., Clarkesville, 30523 706-947-3112, georgiawildlife.dnr.state.ga.us [;J WC 6'
Mark of the Potter Historic m ill on the Soque River featuring the works of many local artists and potters. Feed the pet trout and see the inner workings of an old grist mill.
9982 State Hwy. 197 N., Clarkesville, 30523 706-947-3440, ma rkofthepotter.com
Mauldin House This 19th-century restored Victorian cottage sits next to a millinery shop and the 1822 Big Holly Cabin. Tue.-Fri. , 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Sat. 10 a.m.-2 p.m . Free.
458 Jefferson St., Clarkesville, 30523 706-754-2296, habershamchamber.com
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DeSoto Falls and DeSoto Falls Recreation Area A sign attributes the falls' name to the discovery of a mysterious plate of armor in the 1880s. Hike, fish, picnic, camp and view wildlife. Call for hours and fees. US Hwy. 129, 18 miles north of
Dahlonega, 30533
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Dockery Lake Recreation Area This rec area offers camping , hiking, picnicking and fishing . Daily. Late Mar.-late Oct. Call for hours and fees .
F.S. Rd . 654, off GA Hwy. 60, Dahlonega, 30533
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Andrews Cove Foot Trail This mountain recreation area offers visitors the opportunity to follow an old logging trail up to a section of the Appalachian Trail. Call for hours and fees. GA Hwy. 75 N., Helen, 30545 706-754-6221 , ts.fed.us/cont I [;l WC 6'
Anna Ruby Falls There is a Lion's Eye interpretive trail for people with visual and physical disabilities. Picnicki ng and hiking available. Cal l for hours and fees.
GA Hwy. 356, Helen, 30545
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Dukes Creek Falls and Recreation Area The beautiful Dukes Creek Fal ls p lum met into a scenic gorge. An observation deck several hundred feet long and a trail and boardwalk permit viewing . Daily. Free
GA Hwy. 348, Helen, 30545
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Horse Trough Falls The Horse Trough Falls Trail leads to the beautiful falls and is an excellent choice for novice hikers. Daily. Free.
GA Hwy. 75 and Forest Service Rd. 44, Helen, 30545
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Raven Cliff Falls This unusual waterfall's water flows through a split in the face of a solid rock outcropping and plummets to the ground 100 feet below. Daily. Free.
Off Russell-Brasstown Scenic Bwy., Helen, 30545
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Tray Mountain Wilderness Area This primitive wilderness area is so vast it is o nly acessible by four-wheel drive. Daily. Call for fees. F.S. Rd. 698 and Appalachian Trail , Helen,
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Upper Chattahoochee River Recreation Area Camping, picnicking and hiking are all available. Daily 7 a.m.-10 p.m. Call for fees.
F.S . Rd . 44, Helen, 30545
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High Shoals Falls & Scenic Area Enjoy an observation deck beside two of the five falls in this area. Daily. Free. F.S. Rd . 283, off GA Hwy. 75, Hiawassee, 30546
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Lake Russell Recreation Area This tranquil 100-acre lake offers a rela xed setting for fish ing, picnicking, swimming, camping and boating (no outboard motors permitted). May-Labor Day. Free.
304 Lake Russell Rd., Mt. Airy, 30563
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Suches
Lake Winfield Scott Recreation Area Fish, hike, picnic, swim or camp alongside the clear 18-acre lake. Daily May-Oct. $3 per vehicle, $12 camping. Make reserva tions for group camping.
GA Hwy. 180, Suches, 30572
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Woody Gap Recreation Area Enjoy scenic vistas of Yahoola Valley, picnicking and hiking. The Appalach ian Trail crosses GA Hwy. 60 here.
GA Hwy. 60 N., Suches, 30572 706-745-6928, ts.fed .us/cont
Moccasin Creek State Park This park on Lake Burton offers camping, a boat ramp, a wheelchair-accessible fishing pier, playground and seasonal canoe rental. Daily 7 a.m.-10 p.m. $3 parking. Call for fees.
3655 GA Hwy. 197 N., Clarkesv ille, 30523 706-947-3194, 800-864-7275,
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River North Fly Fishing Professional, experienced guides will introduce anglers of every level to some of North Georgia's best fast-water, deep-hole fly fishing . Call for hours and fees.
1850 Hardman Rd ., Clarkesville, 30523
404-403-2808, rivernorthflyfishing .com I [;l
Riverside Trout Farm All ages welcome. No license requ ired. All equipment furnished. $4 per pound. Daily except closed July-Aug.
305 Riverside Trout Farm Rd ., Clarkesville, 30523
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Sunburst Stables Take a group trail ride or enjoy a private lesson in the Chattahoochee National Forest. Daily. 10 a.m .-4 p.m. $25 per hour.
3181 GA Hwy. 255, Clarkesville, 30523 706-947-7433, 800-806-1953,
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Lake Burton-GA Power Georgia Power lakes offer swimming, fishing and boating, as well as picturesque scenery, hiking trails, picnic areas and campgrou nds. Ca ll for camping and fees .
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Lake Rabun-GA Power Boating, fishing , camping and lodging are offered here. Daily. Call for fees.
Lake Rabun Rd ., Clayton, 30525 706-782-4014, 888-GPCLAKE,
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Nantahala Outdoor Center-Chattooga Founded in 1972, NOC offers whitewater rafting as well as ca noe and kayak instruction. Group and seasonal discounts available. Call for hours and fees . Off US Hwy. 76 E., Clayton, 30525 800-232-7238, 864-647-9014, noc.com C;lWC M IY
Persimmon Creek Vineyards The winery has been designed as an extension of the recently completed French country farmhouse. Call for hours of tours and tastings. 81 Vineyard Ln ., Clayton, 30525
706-212-7380, persi mmoncreekwine.com
Southeastern Expeditions-Chattooga Non -stop, class Ill-IV whitewater awaits rafters ages 12 and older. 7350 US Hwy. 76 E., Clayton, 30525
706-782-4331, 800-868-7238, southeasternexpedit ions.com
Wildwater Ltd.-Chattooga Rafting trips here provide exceptional facilities, top-quality equipment and a highly trained staff. Daily. Hours vary seasonally. Ca ll for fees .
Off US Hwy. 76, Clayton, 29658 864-647-9587, 800-451-9972,
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CLERMONT
Montara Farm Horseback Riding Take a two-hour group trail ride through 600 acres of lush wildflower meadows and mountain-view trails. Corporate and teambuilding events available. Daily. Call for fees.
6749 Stringer Rd., Clermont, 30527 770-983-0503, montarafarm.com C;lWC M IY
CLEVELAND
BabyLand General Hospital Witness the "birth" of a Cabbage Patch Kid in a turn-of-the-century-themed medical clinic. Mon.-Sat. 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Sun. 10 a.m.5 p.m. Free.
73 W. Underwood St., Cleveland, 30528 706-865-2171, cabbagepatchkids.com C;lWC 6'
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Cannon Falls Lodge Fly Fishing Providing fly fishermen one of the most beautiful and secluded fl y-fishing experiences avai lable in the South. Reservations are required . Call for hours and fees. Off US Hwy. 129 N., Cleveland , 30528 706-348-7919, cannonfallslodge.com CilWC M IY
Gold 'n Gem Grubbin' Mine Visit an authentic operating gold mine and pan for gold and gemstones. Fishing and camping available. Da ily. Mon.-Fri. 9 a.m.5 p.m. Sat.-Sun. 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Call for fees.
' 75 Gold Nugget Ln., Cleveland, 30528
706-865-5454, goldngem.com I Cil WC
Serenity Cellars Come visit Northeast Georgia's newest winery. 303 Laurel Ridge Rd ., Cleveland , 30528 706-219-4213, serenitycellars.com
White County Historical Museum This local history museum d isplays Meaders pottery and offers a small g ift shop. Thurs .-Sat. 10 a.m .-3 p.m. or by appt. On the Cleveland Square, Cleveland, 30528 706-865-3225
Wildwood Outfitters Outpost at the Chattahoochee River offers groups and individuals guided, unguided and assisted canoe, kayak and raft rentals. 26 Megan Dr., Cleveland , 30528 706-865-4451, 800-553-2715, w ildwoodoutfitters .com
COLBERT
Brush Creek Sporting Club Shoot clays or take a fu ll - or half-day guided quail and pheasant hunt, or hunt with your own dog. No hunting license req . Tue.-Sat. 9 a.m.-6 p.m., Sun. 2-6 p.m. Call for fees . 1631 Moriah Church Rd ., Colbert, 30628 706-788-2910, brushcreeksportingclub.com CilWC YI
COMER
Blue Bell Gallery Art gallery and pottery studio exhibiting over 30 local artists. 89 E. North Ave., Ste. 1, Comer, 30629 770-983-1371
Watson Mill Bridge State Park Georgia's longest covered bridge still in its original 1885 location, as well as camping , trails, fishing and seasonal canoeing. Daily 7 a.m.-10 p.m. Call for fees. $3 parking. 650 Watson Mill Rd ., Comer, 30629 706-783-5349, 800-864-7275, gastateparks.org I Cil WC 6-
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Atlanta Dragway This top NHRA drag-racing facility is the site of the Southern Nationals eac h May. Call for schedules and fees . 500 E. Ridgeway Rd ., Commerce, 30529 706-335-2301, atlantadragway.com CilWC M IY
CORNELIA
Loudermilk Boarding House Museum A permanent display on the third floor is owner Joni Mabe's "Panoramic Encyclopedia of Everything Elvis." Fri.-Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Adults $5, under 6 free. 271 Foreacre St., Cornelia, 30531
706-778-2001, jonimabe.com I Cil 6-
CUMMING
Balloons Over Georgia
Experience Georgia from the sky! All hotair-balloon rides are weather permitting. Call for hours and fees. Cumming, 30041 678-283-4033, 678-947-9866,
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MARINAS
Elberton
Beaverdam Marina Full -service marina and restaura nt. Thurs.-Sun. 11:30 a.m.-9 p.m. Call for fees. 1155 Marina Dr., Elberton, 30635 706-213-6462, beaverdammarina.com CilWC M IY
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Aqualand Marina This full-service marina has all the amenities. Enjoy a meal at the Dockside Grill. Jet ski and boat re nta ls are available. Call for hours and fees. 6800 Lights Ferry Rd ., Flowery Branch, 30542 770-967-6811, aqualandmarina.com CilWC M IY
Gainesville
Gainesville Marina Full-service marina. Call for hours and fees. 2145 Dawsonville Hwy., Gainesville, 30501 770-536-2171 , gainesvillemarina.com CilWC o-
Hartwell
Hartwell Marina Full-service marina. Daily 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Call for fees.
' 149 Hartwell Marina Rd., Hartwell, 30643
706-376-5441, hartwellmarina.com I Cil WC
Hiawassee
Boundary Waters Marina Pontoon boats, canoes and kayaks. Daily. 8:30 a.m .-5 p.m. 528 Sunnyside Rd., Hiawassee, 30546
' 706-896-2530, 888-323-3562,
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Ridges Resort Marina Rent a po ntoon boat, watercraft, f ishing boat or aqua cycle for a day at this full service marina. Daily. Call for fees. 3499 US Hwy. 76 W., Hiawassee, 30546 706-896-2112, 888-834-4409, theridgeresort.com I Cil WC 6- YI Y
Lavonia
Harbor Light Marina 1476 Harbor Light Rd ., Lavonia, 30553 706-356-4119, harborlightmarina.com I Cil WC 6-
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Poole's Mill Park and Historic Covered Bridge Poole's Mill is a 10-acre park with a wal king path, picnic area and playground. The bridge, bu ilt in 1906, spans Settledow n Creek. Da ily. Free. 7725 Poole's Mill Rd ., Cumming, 30540
770-781 -2215, forsythco.com I [;l WC 6- Y
Rainbow Ranch Trout Farm Pay for what you catch at $4.29 per pound. Equipment, picnic pavilion and tables provided. Dai ly. 41 Ruth Ln ., Cumming, 30041 770-887-4797, ra inbowranchtrout.com
Sawnee Mountain Preserve A beautiful 720-acre nature preserve in Cumming. 2500 Bettiss Tribble Gap Rd., Cumming, 30040 706-878-3300, 706-878-1395, sawneemountain .org
DAHLONEGA
Appalachian Outfitters River Trips Experience the serenity of the Etowah and Chestatee ri vers by ca noe or kayak . Daily June-Aug. , Thu rs.-Sun. during April , May and Sept. Call for fees. 2084 5. Chestatee, GA Hwy. 60 S., Dahlonega, 30533 706-864-7117, 800-426-7117,
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BlackStock Vineyards and Winery Blackstock wines wil l feature many blends and varieties, and the winery offers an exquisite mountain view in North Georgia. 5452 Town Creek Rd ., Dahlonega, 30533 706-219-2789, bsvw.com
Buisson Arts Center Visitors can enjoy a gallery, a children's theater, a d inner theater and a music hall. Tue.-Thurs. 12-6 p.m., Fri.-Sat. 12-8 p.m., Sun. 1-5 p.m. Call for schedule and fees. 199 Choice St., Dahlonega, 30533 706- 867-0050, bu issonartscenter.com CilWC M IY
Chestatee Wildlife Preserve Th is attraction spec ializes in the preservation of exotic and domestic wildlife through education. Daily 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Adults $10, chi ldren $5. 469 Old Dahlonega Hwy., Dahlonega, 30533 678-859-6820, chestateewildl ifepreserve.org Cil WC 6- Y
Consolidated Gold Mine Tour underground tunnels, learn about miners, pan for gold or screen for gem s. Daily, summer 10 a.m.-5 p.m., winter 10 a.m.4 p.m. Adults $11, children $7. Call for g roups. 185 Consolidated Gold Mine Rd., Dahlonega, 30533 706-864-8473, consolidatedgoldmine.com Cil WC 6- Y
Crisson Gold Mine Visit Georgia's only working stamp mill, a 120-year-old machine used to crush rock and remove gold. Pan for gold and gemstones. Da ily 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Call for fees. 2736 Morrison Moore Pkwy. E., Dahlonega, 30533 706-864-6 363, crissongoldmine.com [;l WC o-
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Dahlonega Gold Museum Historic Site Learn about our nation's first gold rush inside the oldest courthouse in Georgia. Mon.-Sat. 9 a.m.-5. p.m., Sun. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Adults $4, youth $2.50. One Public Square, Dahlonega, 30533
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Frogtown Cellars Beautiful winery with wine tastings. Call for hours and fees. 700 Ridge Pointe Dr., Dahlonega, 30533 706-865-0687, frogtownwine.com
Funky Chicken Art Project See an art gallery in an old chicken house along with a collection of chickens and pheasants and a beautiful garden. 1538 Wesley Chapel Rd., Dahlonega, 30533 706-864-3938, funkychickenartproject.com
George Coleman Planetarium Regularly scheduled shows each Friday while school is in session. School and special shows available. by appt. A sky viewing will be held after each show. Fri. 9:30 p.m. Free. North Georgia College and State University Campus, Sunset Dr., Dahlonega, 30597 706 - 864-1471 , ngcsu.edu/ Academic/ Sciences/
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Gold City Corral and Carriage Company Guided one- and two-hour-long horseback rides. Chuck-wagon dinners and carriage rides available. Half-day trail rides are also available. Daily. Call for fees and reservations. 49 Forrest Hills Rd ., Dahlonega, 30533 706-867-9395, goldcitycorral.com l:lWC flT
Sunny Farms Stables Enjoy one- and two-hour-long horseback rides with pasture and mountain trails. Call for fees and reservations. 1332 Longbranch Rd., Dahlonega, 30533 706-867-9167, sunnyfarmsnorth.com [;l WC
Three Sisters Vineyards & Winery In the heart of North Georgia 's wine cou ntry, visit this 184-acre vineyard estate. Tours, tastings, gallery and packages are available Feb.-Dec. Thurs.-Sun. and Jan. by appt. 439 Vineyard Way, Dahlonega, 30533 706-865-9463, threesistersvineyards.com
Wolf Mountain Vineyard Enjoy wine tours and tastings, the Vineyard Cafe, special events, Sunday brunches (April-mid-Nov.) and gourmet dinners. 180 Wolf Mountain Tf l., Dahlonega, 30533 706-867-9862, wolfmountainvineyards.com
TRAVEL SERVICES
Find out about various types of guided tours and their operators.
Medicine Bow Ltd. This wilderness school guides students of all ages toward a unique relationship with the forest by connecting to ancient skills and lore of the Native American. Appt. only. 104 Medicine Bow, Dahlonega, 30533
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Broad River Outpost Paddle these exciting but easy rapids. Self-guided; lessons and campground are available. Closed mid Nov.-mid-Mar., unless group with an appt. Mon.-Fri. $10, Sat.-Sun. $15. GA Hwy. 281 , 7911 Wildcat Bridge Rd., Danielsville, 30633 706-795-3242, broadriveroutpost.com l:lWC
DAWSONVILLE
Amicalola Falls State Park and Lodge This 729-foot waterfall is the highest in the Southeast. Hiking, camping, cottages and a lodge with restaurant. Daily 7 a.m.10 p.m. $3 parking. Call for fees. 418 Amicalola Falls Rd ., Dawsonville, 30534 706-265-8888, 800-864-7275,
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Bowen Center for the Arts The center stages year-round exhibits and performances by Georgia artists. Tue.-Fri. 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Sat. 12-4 p.m. Free. 334 GA Hwy. 9 N., Dawsonville, 30534
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Bradley's Pumpkin Patch and Christmas Tree Farm Visit for pick-your-own pumpkins and fresh produce including gourds, Indian corn and apples. Also find honey, apple cider and more. Thurs.-Sun. 10 a.m.-8 p.m. 55 Lawrence Dr., Dawsonville, 30534 706-265-1447, bradleyspumpkinpatch.com l:lWC e-
Burt's Farm Enjoy a fall pumpkin harvest, hayrides, talking pumpkin heads and popcorn processing. Sept. 1-Nov. 15. Call for hours. 4801 GA Hwy. 52 E., Dawsonville, 30534
' 706-265-3701, 800-600-BURT,
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Dawson County Old Jail This National Register building is now home to the local welcome center and chamber. Tour the old prison cells and former living quarters. Mon.-Fri. 8 a.m.-5 p.m. 54 GA Hwy. 53, Dawsonville, 30534 706-265-6278, 877-302-9271
Dawsonville Pool Room Shoot some pool and check out the Bill Elliot memorabilia, featuring highlights from his career. Sun.-Thurs. 10 a.m.-10 p.m., Fri.-Sat. 10 a.m.-11 p.m. 78 E. First St ., Dawsonville, 30534 706-265-2792, dawsonvillepoolroom.com [;l WC 6- T
Etowah Valley Game Preserve and Sporting Clays Park British-style and flush pheasant, chukar and quail hunts. Sporting clays S-stand and trap ons1te. Call for hours and fees. Mid Oct.-mid March. 120 Leon Jones Rd ., Dawsonville, 30534 706-265-6543, etowahvalleygame.com l:lWC M IT
Georgia Racing Hall of Fame View exhibits about Georgia's autoracing giants. 415 Hwy. 53 E., Dawsonville, 30534 706-265-3256
Kangaroo Conservation Center This wildlife conservation and exotic-animals breeding facility has the largest kangaroo collection outside of Australia. Guided tours Tue.-Sat. by reservation. Call for fees. 222 Bailey-Waters Rd., Dawsonv ill e, 30534 706-265-6100, kangaroocenter.com [;l WC 6- T
Uncle Shuck's Corn Maze and Pumpkin Patch Stop by and pick pumpkins from the pumpkin patch. You'll also find a corn maze, gourds of all sizes and Indian corn . Call for hours and fees. GA Hwy. 53 E., Dawsonville, 30534 770-772-6223, 888-OSHUCKS,
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DEMOREST
Johnny Mize Athletic Center and Museum Named for Baseball Hall of Farner and former Piedmont player Johnny Mize, the museum features memorabilia from his career. Daily 6 a.m.-10 p.m. Free. 165 Central Ave., Demorest, 30535
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DILLARD
Andy's Trout Farm, Cabins and Campground Fishing, fishing equipment and vacation cabins are all available here. Call for hours and fees. Betty's Creek Rd ., Dillard, 30537
706-746-2550, andystroutfarm.com I [;l WC '
Dillard House Stables Offers farm rides, river rides, trail rides, a children's ring ride or an all-day ride. Riding lessons are available. Reservations recommended for trail rides. Call for hours and fees. Old Dillard Rd ., Dillard, 30537 706-746-2038, 706-782-5630 (after hours)
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ELBERTON
Bobby Brown State Park This quiet park on 70,000-acre Clarks Hill Lake offers fishing, boat rental, swimming, picnicking, hiking trails, yurts and campsites. Daily. 7 a.m.-10 p.m. $3 parking. Call for fees. 2509 Bobby Brown State Park Rd., Elberton, 30635
' 706-213-2046, 800-864-7275,
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Elberton Granite Museum and Exhibit In the three stories of self-guided exhibits are educational displays of antique graniteworking tools used in the quarry, as well as other artifacts. Mon.-Sat. 2-5 p.m. Free. One Granite Plaza, Elberton, 30635
706-283-2551, egaonl ine.com I [;l WC '
Georgia Guidestones Also called "Stonehenge of America ," the stones represent a baffling mystery because the identity of the person who commissioned the monument remains unknown. Daily. Free. GA Hwy. 77 N., Elberton, 30635
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Lake Richard B. Russell With 540 miles of shoreline, this lake provides plenty of fishing and swimming. There is a visitors center at the dam and a fishing pier. Daily 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Free. 4144 Russell Dam Dr., Elberton, 30635 706-213-3400, 800-944-7207 sas.usace.army.mil/lakes/ Russell I [;l WC 6-
Richard B. Russell State Park & Golf Course Offers fishing, boating, camping, cottages, a swimming beach, boat rental, a golf course, beach vol leyball , a rowing area and trails. Daily 7 a.m.-10 p.m. Call for fees. $3 parking. 2650 Russell State Park Dr., Elberton, 30635 706-213-2045, 800-864-7275,
gastateparks.org I [;l WC 6-
FLOWERY BRANCH
Atlanta Falcons Headquarters and Training Facility Visit a display on the team 's history at the interactive museum or purchase team memorabilia at the store. Call for hours. 4400 Falcon Pkwy., Flowery Branch, 30542 770-965-3115, 800-241-3489,
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Flowery Branch Depot Museum This 100-year-old historic train depot now serves as a community center and museum. Call for hours and fees. Main St., Flowery Branch, 30542 770-967-6171, flowerybranchga.org/ historic_train_depot.html
Harold Nash Lake Lanier Striper and Bass Fishing Guide Service Lake Lanier's professional striper fishing and bass fishing guide service specializes in trophy angling for giant stripers and bass. Call for hours and fees. 5931 Nacoochee Trail, Flowery Branch, 30542
770-967-6582, lanierfishlngguide.com I [;l WC
Lake Lanier Lodges Boat Rentals Rent pontoon boats, ski boats or small watercrafts. 6598 Lights Ferry Rd., Flowery Branch, 30542 770-967-1804, 888-972-6300,
lakelanierlodges.com I [;l WC
GAINESVILLE
Brenau University Permanent Art Collection More than 1,000 piecJs of original art grace the campus . Find sculpture and paintings in a variety of media. Mon.-Fri. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. (Thurs. until 6 p.m.), Sun. 2-5 p.m. Free. One Centennial Cir., Gainesvil le, 30501
770-534-6263, brenau.edu I [;l WC 6-
Elachee Nature Science Center This natural history museum and nature complex offers exhibits, live animal display, native plant garden and hiking trails. Mon.Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m . Adults $3, children $2. 2125 Elachee Dr., Gainesville, 30504
770-535-1976, elachee.org I [;l WC 6- T
1.N.K.-lnteractive Neighborhood for Kids Museum designed to encourage children to develop to their full potential through educational and exciting hands-on learning experiences. 999 Chestnut St., Gainesville, 30503 770-536-1900, inkfun.org
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Lake Lanier Olympic Center The site of the rowing, sprint canoe and kayak events for the 1996 Olympic Games hosts activities throughout the year. Canoe and kayak rentals available. Call for hours and fees. 3105 Clarks Bridge Rd., Gainesville, 30503
770-287-7888, lckc.org , llrc.ws I [;l WC 6- T
Lanier Flight Center Take a sightseeing trip over Lake Lanier and the North Georgia mountains or learn to fly! Call for hours and fees. 1115 Aviation Way, Gainesville, 30501 678-989-2395, lanierflightcenter.com [;lWC e-
Larry's Lanier Guide Services If you are a seasoned pro or a novice angler, enjoy fishing with Captain Larry on one of the nation's best striper and spotted bass lakes. Call for hours and fees. 8850 Bay Dr., Gainesville, 30506 770-842-0976, 770-844-0976, lanierguide.com I [;l WC
Northeast Georgia History Center Learn local history, visit the Northeast Georgia Sports Hall of Fame, see the 1870s Chief Whitepath Cabin. Tue.-Sat. 10 a.m .4 p.m. Adults $5, children $3, seniors $4. 322 Academy St., Gainesville, 30503
770-297-5900, negahc.org I [;l WC 6- T
DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES
Blairsville
Cooper's Creek Wildlife Management Area Visit for fishing, hunting, camping, bird watching, picnics and horseback riding. Daily sunrise-sunset. Call for fees. GA Hwy. 60 and GA Hwy. 180 Blairsville, 30512
770-535-5700, gohuntgeorgia.com I [;l e-
Clarkesv1lle
Lake Burton Wildlife Management Area Escape to 12,600 acres of rugged North Georgia backcountry for fishing, hiking, bird watching, picnicking, camping and hunting. GA Hwy. 197 N., Clarkesville, 30523 770-535-5700, gohuntgeorgia.com [;lWC e-
Cleveland
Chestatee Wildlife Management Area Public hunting, camping, hiking, bird watching, picnicking and fishing are available in this 25,000-acre area. Daily. Call for fees. 11 miles north of Cleveland, off US Hwy. 19
770-535-5700, gohuntgeorgia.com I [;l WC
Cornella
Lake Russell Wildlife Management Area This area is ideal for hiking, biking and trail runn ing. Adjacent to Lake Russell Recreation Area. Free. Off GA Hwy. 123, Cornelia, 30531 770-535-5700, gohuntgeorgia.com [;lWC e-
Dahlonega
Blue Ridge Wildlife Management Area Enjoy hunting, fishing, camping, hiking, bird watching, picnicking and horseback riding (bring your own horse) on 38,900 acres. Daily. GA Hwy. 52 W. (Lower Blue Ridge WMA) or GA Hwy. 60 N. (Upper Blue Ridge WMA), Dahlonega, 30533 770-535-5700, gohuntgeorgia.com [;lWC e-
Dawsonville
Dawson Forest Wildlife Management Area Enjoy hunting, camping, canoeing, bird watching, fishing, hiking, horseback riding and an observation tower at this 25,000acre area. Da ily. Call for fees. GA Hwy. 53 W., Dawsonville, 30534 770-535-5700, gohuntgeorgia.com [;lWC e-
Elberton
Broad River Wildlife Management Area With a nice view of the Broad River Shoals and excellent canoeing, this is a great place to enjoy the outdoors. Daily. Call for fees. Off GA Hwy. 79 W., Elberton, 30635 770-918-6400, gohuntgeorgia.com [;lWC e-
Elbert County Wildlife Management Area On this 2,500-acre area, hunting, fishing, bird watching , canoe access, a boat ramp and picnicking are available. Daily. Off GA Hwy. 72, Elberton, 30635
706-595-4222, gohuntgeorgia.com I [;l
Hartwell
Hart County Wildlife Management Area Visit this area for 1,000 acres of hunting, primitive camping, bird watching and picnicking. Daily. Free. GA Hwy. 77 Alt . E., Hartwell, 30643
770-535-5700, gohuntgeorgia.com I [;l
Helen
Chattahoochee Wildlife Management Area This 25,000-acre primitive wildlife area includes public hunting, fishing, primitive camping, hiking, bird watching and picnicking. Daily. Call for fees. Off US Hwy. Alt. 75 and GA Hwy. 75 N., Helen, 30545
706-535-5700, gohuntgeorgia.com I [;l WC
Hiawassee
Swallow Creek Wildlife Management Area Visitors can enjoy hunting, camping, fishing, bird watching, hiking and picnicking on this 19,000-acre wildlife area. Daily. Call for fees. Off GA Hwy. 75, Hiawassee, 30546
770-535-5700, gohuntgeorgia.com I [;l e-
Homer
Wilson Shoals Wildlife Management Area On this 2,800-acre area, visitors can enjoy hunting, primitive camping, hiking, bird watching, a shooting range and picnicking. Daily. Call for fees. Off GA Hwy. 365 on Yonah Rd., Homer, 30547
770-535-5700, gohuntgeorgia.com I [;l WC
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Quinlan Visual Arts Center This Northeast Georgia regional arts organization is home to world-class exhibits and workshops, as well as a wide variety of classes . Call for hours. Free. 514 Green St., Gainesville, 30501 770-536-2575, quinlanartscenter.org [;J WC 6- T
Sunshine Charters Captain Glenn offers guided Lake Lanier fishing trips, boat rides, scenic sightseeing tours, shuttle services and realtor viewing trips. 3460 Marina Crest Dr., Gainesville, 30501 770-297-0808, sunshinecharters.info
Walking Tour of Our Solar System The tour begins at the Southeast corner of the Gainesville Downtown Square (near the courthouse) at the "sun" (Scale of Model 1 : 2,000,000,000). Brochures at the CVB. Downtown Square, Gainesville, 30501 706-245-6770, 800-864-7275, 770-536-5209, downtowngainesville.com
GILLSVILLE
Hewell's Pottery The Hewell family has had its roo ts in Georgia clay since before the Civil War. 6035 Hwy. 52, Gillsville, 30543 770-869-3469, hewellspottery.com
HARTWELL
Bluegrass Express Enjoy bluegrass music every Saturday night in this former cotton warehouse. Sat. 7-11 p.m. Call for fees. S7 Depot St., Hartwell, 30643 706-376-3551 I [;J WC 6'
Hart County Historical Museum Located in the Teasley- Holland House, the museum is an excellent source of county historical information. Mon.-Fri. 8:30 a.m.5 p.m . Free. 31 E. Howell St., Hartwell, 30643 706-376-6330 I [;J WC 6'
Hart State Park On 55,S90-acre Hartwell Lake, this park offers camping, cottages, a swimming beach, p icnic areas, canoe rental, fishing and trails. Dai ly 7 a.m.-10 p.m. $3 parking. Call for fees. 330 Hart State Park Rd ., Hartwell, 30643 706-376-8756, 800-864-7275, gastateparks.org I [;J WC 6' T
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recreation opportunities, including camping,
fishing and boating. Visitors Center daily
8 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Call for fees.
US Hwy. 29 N., Hartwell, 30643
706-856-0300, 888-893-0678,
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Lunkers Guide Service Fully equipped guide service and accomodations on Lake Hartwell. All types of fishing. 1066 Mt. Olivet Rd ., Hartwell, 30643 706-376-4407
The Arts Center View reg ional and national fine arts and c ra fts at th is center. Thurs.-Sat. 1-5:30 p.m. and by appt. Free ($1 donation suggested). 338 E. Howell St., Hartwell, 30643
706-377-2040 I [;J WC 6,. T
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Amicalola Falls State Park and Lodge
Amicalola Falls State Park & Lodge, a 57-room mountain retreat within earshot of one of the southeast's highest waterfalls, blends nature with comfort. The lodge also features 14 cottages with panoramic views, an on-site restaurant and conference center, miles of hiking trails, streams and the park's spectacular namesake, Amicalola Falls. Located near Dawsonville.
(800) 573-9656
www.GaStateParks.org
BlairsvilleUnion County
"Nature's Greatest Show on Earth"; Mother Nature reigns supreme in this beautiful region. Hike endless trails, see breathtaking views atop Georgia's highest elevation, and visit waterfalls and scenic lake Nottely. Enjoy horseback riding, golfing, antiquing, unique festivals, and cory cabins.
(877) 745-5789
www.blairsvillechamber.com
The Lodge at , Smithgall Woods
Nestled in the North Georgia
Mountains, The Lodge at
Smithgall Woods blends a
wilderness setting with the rustic
charm of a mountain estate.
The Lodge offers recreational activities, elegant
accommodations and culinary pleasures amidst the
beauty of the mountain landscape. The property
offers accommodations for 28 guests. Located near
Helen.
(800) 318-5248
www.GaStateParks.org
Unicoi State Park and Lodge
Perched among the North Georgia Mountains, Unicoi State Park &Lodge boasts 100 rooms with magnificent views, 30 C01.J cottages and an on-site restaurant. Unicoi also offers superb meeting and event facilities in the Conference Center and is equipped with wireless Internet With a variety of recreational activities and beautiful scenery, Unicoi has something for everyone. Located near Helen.
(800) 573-9659
www.GaStateParks.org
BabyLand GeneralHospital
Fun is born at Babyland GeneralHospital! Witness the birth of a Cabbage Patch Kid ,., in a turn-of-the-century medical -P"'."::..rra !li clinic in the Appalachian Mountain community of Cleveland, GA. Licensed Patch Nurses (LPNs) give adoption consultations. They administer lots of TLC and lmagicillin. Self-guided tour. Free Admission. Visiting Hours are Mon.-Sat. 9-5, Sun. 10-5.
(706) 865-2171
www.cabbagepat.chkids.com
Blue Sky cabin Rentals
One-to-five bedroom luxury log cabins in the pristine north Georgia mountains. Complete with hot tubs, long range mountain views, and fireplaces FROM $80/NrGHT! Enjoy fishing, hiking, horseback riding, or white water rafting, within minutes of your cabin.
(706) 878-5306
www.BlueSkyotlielen.com
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Banks County Convention
and Visitors Bureau
Banks County offers visitors historicsites such as the Historic Courthouse; unique events like the NHRA Southern Nationals;specialty attractions like the labor Day Festival, Hammers Glen Golf Course, and Grove River Ranch;and one of the Southeast'slargest shopping destinations, Banks Crossing.
(706) 677-5265
www.bankscountyga.org
GEORGIA MOUNTAINS
The Georgia Mountain Fairgrounds
The Georgia Mountain fairgrounds, located along lake Chatuge in Hiawassee, hosts several annual events including the legendary Georgia Mountain fair and fall festival, the Rhododendron festival and the Superstar Concert Series. The fairgrounds also offer unique venues and year-round camping facilities.
(706) 896-4191 www.GeorgiaMountainFairgrounds.com
Folk Pottery Museum of Northeast Georgia
Discover the stories, see the work of potters who shaped the earth and water of the Georgia mountains into once essential household items now valued and collected as distinctive folk art
(706) 878-3300
www.folkpotterymuseum.com
Mark of the Potter
Located 10 miles north of Clarkesville inside the historic
S~ue River grist mill, where visitors can watch resident potters create bowls, plates, vases and pitchers. features
handcrafted pottery from more than 25 local and regional artists, local jams, jellies, cookbooks and
hand-blown glass objects. Come enjoy indoor waterfall, romantic view of the river and feed pet
trout
(706) 947-3440
www.markofthepotter.com
Tanger Outlet Center
Bargain Hunting at it's best! Abercrombie &fitch, Old Navy, Nike, Gap, Nautica, Coleman, Brooks Brothers and 100 more! Bring this ad and receive a FREE Coupon Book &FREE Gift Code: 1013305 1-85, Banks Crossing, Exit 149
(800) 405-9828
www.tangeroutletcom
1 Amicalola Falls State Park and Lodge 2 Blairsville-Union County 3 Georgia Mountain Fair 4 The Lodge at Smithgall Woods 5 Unicoi State Park and Lodge 6 Folk Pottery Museum of Northeast Georgia 7 BabyLand General Hospital 8 Blue Sky cabin Rentals 9 Mark of the Potter
10 Habersham County 11 Nantahala Outdoor Center 12 Banks County Convention
and Visitors Bureau
13 Tanger outlet Center 14 Toccoa-Stephens County 15 Hartwell - Hart County
Habersham county
"Come home to Habersham" just 90 miles from Atlanta, at the beginning of the Blue Ridge, w~ere the people are friend~ and the scenery is spectacular. Hike the numerous trails in the Chattahoochee National forest; enjoy world-class trout fishing on the scenic Soque River. Explore Tallulah Gorge State Park. Visit quaint villazes full of history; stay in an historic country inn, amfindulge yourself with authentic country cooking or notable fine dining.
(706) 778-4654
www.habershamchamber.com
Nantahala outdoor Center
Experience the Wild and Scenic Chattooga with NOC, celebrating 35 years of leadership in outdoor adventure. En/oy the Chattooga's relaxing, yet exciting, fami1y-friendly Section 111 or challenge yourself with Section IV'ssteep technical drops. NOC rafts on seven rivers in the Southeast.
(888) 587-7238
www.noc.com
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Historic Traveler's Rest. There are lakes Hartwell and Yonah, Tugaloo River and endless opportunities for hiking and biking. Enjoy antique shops, galleries, restaurants, Toccoa Symphony, Chorus and Community
Theatre. (706) 886-2132
www.toccoagachamber.com
Hartwell Hart County
Come experience hometown hospitality on the shores of lake Hartwell, covering 962 miles of shoreline; enjoy boating, swimming, fishing, camping, and more. Visit historic downtown Hartwell for shopping, dining, antiquing, festivals and summer Saturday concert series...You'II never want to leave.
(706) 376-8590
www.hart-chamber.org
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HELEN
Alpine Amusement Park Go-carts, a Tilt-A-Whirl and a Ferris wheel are all part of this family entertainment complex. Call for hours and fees. 419 Edelweiss Strasse, Helen, 30545 706-878-2306, helenga.org/ alpineamusementpark
Alpine Antique Auto and Buggy Museum Antique automobiles, buggies and farm equipment are on display at this unique museum. Daily 10 a.m .-9 p.m. Adults $8, children $5, seniors over 80 free. 115 Escowee Dr., Helen, 30545 706-878-0072, alpinemuseum.com C;;l WC 6' IT
Black Forest Bear Park and Reptile Exhibit This educational park allows people to observe live bears, and the reptile exhibit has numerous large snakes. Daily. Cal l for hours. $4. 8160 S. Main St., Helen, 30545 706-878-7043, blackforestbearpark.com C;;l WC 6' T
Charlemagne's Kingdom See a monorailroad exhibit that is a smallscale version of Germany from the North Sea to the Alps. Daily 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Ca ll for winter hours. Adults $5, children $2.50. 8808 N. Main St., Helen, 30545 706-878-2200, georgiamodelrailroad.com C;;l WC e- T
Cool River Tubing Enjoy the scenic one-hour or two-and-ahalf-hour floats or the Chattahoochee water slide. Picnic areas and grills available. Memorial Day-Labor Day 9 a.m.-6 p.m . Call for fees. 590 Edelweiss Dr., Helen, 30545 706-878-2665, 800-896-4595,
coolrivertubing .com I C;;l WC 6'
David Bristol Hot-Air Balloon Rides This company offers private, romantic hotair-balloon rides above the North Georgia mountains. Call for hours and reservations. Helen, 30545 706-878-1449, goballooning.net
Dukes Creek Mine Pan for gold and screen for gems at this mine. Daily 10:30 a.m.-dusk. Call for panning fees. Box 207, Hwy. 75 5., Helen, 30545 706-878-2625, helenga.org/dukescreek mines/ I C;;l WC 6'
Habersham Winery Visit Georgia's oldest and second largest winery producing 15,000 cases annually from Georgia-grown grapes. Open daily for tastings. Large wine shop. 7025 S. Main St., Helen, 30545 706-878-9463 , habershamwinery.com C;;lWC e-
Haunted Helen Haunted Helen is the south's premier yearround haunted attraction. Mon.-Fri. 4-10 p.m., Sat.-Sun. 1-10 p.m. Call for fees. 115 Escowee Dr., Helen, 30545 706-878-0072, hauntedhelen.com
Helen Tubing Enjoy a water park with slides, tubes and a lazy river float, or take a two-and-a-half to three-hour trip down the Chattahoochee River from June-Sept. Call for fees . 222 Edelweiss Strasse, Helen, 30545 706-878-1082, helentubing.com
Horne's Buggy Rides Daily buggy rides through the picturesque streets of Helen. Adu lts $5, children $3. 165 Dandy Ln ., Helen, 30545 706-878-3658, helenga .org/hornesbuggyrides
Nora Mill Granary This 1876 working mill is powered by the Chattahoochee River. It is restored and is operated by the Fain family with the original French burr stones. Call for hours. Free. 7107 S. Main St., Helen, 30545 706-878-1280, 800-927-2375, noramill.com
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Smithgall Woods Conservation Area and Lodge These 5,555 acres are now for catch-andrelease fishing (reservations required), hiking, biking, picnicking and wildlife observation. Daily. 7 a.m.-6 p.m. Call for fees. 61 Tsalaki Tri., Helen, 30545 706-878-3087, 800-864-7275,
smithgal\woods.com I C;;l WC 6' T
Unicoi Outfitters This outfitter offers guided fly-fishing excursions, a full-service fly shop and fly-fishing and tying classes. Call for hours and fees . 7280 S. Main St ., Helen, 30545
706-878-3083, unicoioutfitters.com I C;;l
Unicoi State Park and Lodge Amenities include lodging, res taurant, camping, cottages, trails, beach, boat rental, fishing, ropes course and programs. Daily 7 a.m.-10 p.m. $3 parking. Call for fees. 1788 GA Hwy. 356, Helen, 30545 706-878-2201, 800-864-7275,
706-573-9659, gastateparks.org I WC 6' IT
Woody's Mountain Bikes Rental s and tours available. Daily 10 a.m.6 p.m . (except Dec.-Feb.) . Call for fees. 19 Clayton Rd ., Helen, 30545
706-878-3715, helenga.org/ woodys I C;;l WC 6'
TRAVEL SERVICES
Greater Helen Area Chamber of Commerce Mon.-Fri. 10 a.m.-5 p.m .. Sun. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. 1074 Edelweiss Strasse, Helen, 30545 706-878-1908, helenchamber.com I C;;l 6'
HIAWASSEE
Crystal River Ranch-Llama Treks Explore the Chattahoochee National Forest in the company of a friendly pack of llamas. Reservations required. Trek includes a buffet-style lunch. Da ily. $45 per person. 7316 US Hwy. 76 E., Hiawassee, 30546 706-896-5005, crystalriver-ranch .com C;;l WC fl
Fred Hamilton Rhododendron Garden Take in the beauty of more than 3,000 rhododendrons, azaleas and wildflowers on this Lake Chatuge walking trail. Daily. Free. 1311 Music Hall Rd., Hiawassee, 30546 706-896-4191,
georgiamountainfairgrounds.com I C;;l WC 6'T
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Hickorynut Cove Trout Farm This private five-acre lake is great for paddleboating or fishing . Daily 8 a.m.6 p.m . Free admission; pay by the pound for what you catch.
2500 Hickorynut Cove, Hiawassee, 30546
706-896-5341, hickorynutcove.com I [;l WC 6,.
Upper Hi Fly Fishing Outfitters Year-round guide service. Reservations req uired. Mon.-Sat. 9 a.m .-5 p.m., Sun. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Call for fees. 3375 US Hwy. 76 W., Hiawassee, 30546
706 -896-9075, upper-hi-fly.com I [;l WC 6,.
Upper Hightower Trout Farm Pay for what you catch. Picnic area, instruction, fish cleaning, coolers and ice for sale. Groups, famil ies, individuals, kids and first-timers are welcome.
7150 Canaan Dr., Hiawassee, 30546 706-896-8959, upperhightowertrout.com
HOMER
Banks County Historic Courthouse/Welcome Center/ Historical Society Museum One of the oldest courthouses in Georgia, it houses a local museum, which features art, WWII memorabilia and historic records. Mon.-Fri. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Free.
106 Yonah Homer Rd., Homer, 30547 706-677-2108, 800-638-5004,
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Turpin Pottery Working potter's studio with display and shop. The pottery is for sale. Mon.-Thurs. 8 a.m.-S p.m . or by appt. Fri.-Sun.
2500 US Hwy. 441, Homer, 30547 706-677-1528, turpinpottery.com
Ragsdale Mill Visit this grist mill from circa 1863.
Off US Hwy. 441 N., Homer, 30547 706-638-5004, bankscountyga.org
JEFFERSON
Crawford W. Long Museum Dr. Crawford W. Long performed the first painless surgery here by administering a small dose of ether. Tue.-Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Call for groups. Adults $5, children $3.
28 College St., Jefferson, 30549
706-367-5307, crawfordlong .org I [;l WC 6,.
Peach State Speedway The Hooters Pro Cup and Georgia Asphalt Series events are held here. Seasonal March-October. Ca ll for schedule and fees .
388 Lyle Field Rd., Jefferson, 30549 706-387-7490, peachstspeedway.com
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Shields-Ethridge Heritage Farm This outdoor agricultural museum has a cotton gin, blacksmith shop, wheat house, gristmill and restored schoolhouse circa 1900. Call for hours and fees .
2355 Ethridge Rd ., Jefferson, 30549 706-367-2949, shieldsethridgefarm.org
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Lake Lanier Islands It is a year-round vacation destination with cabins and a hotel, a beach, a water park, two golf courses and boat rentals . Call for reservations and fees. 7000 Holiday Rd., Lake Lanier Islands, 30518 770-932-7200, 800-840-5253,
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LAKEMONT
Hillside Orchard Farms Country Store and Farm Adventure Visit this roadside country store for seasonal produce, jams, jellies and ciders. Enjoy many farm adventures including a corn maze. Daily 9 a.m .-6 p.m. Free.
18 Sorghum Mill Dr., Lakemont, 30552 706-782-0858, 866-782-4995,
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Lake Seed-GA Power On this 835-acre lake, enjoy swimming , boating, picnicking and primitive camping. Daily. Call for fees .
Off Lake Rabun Rd., Lakemont, 30552 706-782-4014, 888-GPCLAKE,
georgiapower.com/ gpclake I [;l WC 6,.
LAVONIA
Lavonia Speedway Weekly racing program runs from March through September. Call for schedule. 5941 Lavonia Hwy. (Hwy. 77), Lavon ia, 30553 706-356-2220, lavoniaspeedway.com
Tugaloo State Park This park on 55,590-acre Lake Hartwell offers camping, cottages, beach. tennis, trails, seasonal canoe rental, volleyball and mini-golf. Daily 7 a.m.-10 p.m. $3 parking. Call for fees. 1763 Tugaloo State Park Rd ., Lavonia 706-356-4362, 800-864-7275, gastateparks.org I [;;I WC 6,.
LULA
Blind Suzie Covered Bridge Also known as the Lula Covered Bridge, it is Georgia 's smallest covered bridge. Daily. Free. Antioch Church Rd ., off GA Hwy. 51 , Lula , 30554 706-677-2108, 800-638-5004, bankscountyga.org
Crocker Pottery-Georgia Folk Pottery Center True Georgia folk potters turn and burn their beautiful wares. See a continuous exhibit of pottery, including Meaders and others ' work. Mon.-Fri. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Free. 6345 W . County Line Rd ., Lula , 30554
770 -869-3160 I [;;I WC 6,.
MARBLE HILL
Swan Center Outreach This outreach rescues animals and offers trail rides, children 's horse camps and a petting zoo. Lodging available. Tours Wed.-Sun. 10:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m . Call for reservations. 75 Swan Center Dr., Marble Hill, 30148
770-893-3525, swancenter.org I [;;I WC 6,. T
MAYSVILLE
Hurricane Shoals Covered Bridge Reconstructed covered bridge and grist mill, along with an 1850 Heritage Village set against beautiful Hurricane Shoals Park. GA Hwy. 82 Spur, Maysville, 30558 706-652-2370, hurricaneshoalspark.org [;;IWC 6,. T
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MOUNTAIN CITY
Black Rock Mountain State Park At 3,640 feet, Georgia 's highest state park has trails in the Blue Ridge. Camping, cottages. fishing and a visitors center available. Daily. 7 a.m.-10 p.m. Ca ll for fees. $3 parking. Black Rock Mountain Pkwy., off US Hwy. 441, Mountain City, 30562 706-746-2141 , 800-864-727S, gastateparks.org I [;;I WC 6,.
Foxfire Museum Shows the culture of the Appalachian region and the resilience of the early inhabitants. Mon.-Fri. 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Adults $5, children free. Group tours available. 210 Foxfire Ln., Mountain City, 30562 706-746-5828, foxfire.org I [;;I WC 6,.T
RABUN GAP
Barker's Mill This historic mill has been providing locals with milling services since the 1880s. Find all-natural flour, buckwheat and grits, as well as wool yarn. Call for fees. P.O. Box 119, Rabun Gap, 30568 706-746-6921 , barkersmill.netfirms.com
Hambidge Center On the National Register of Historic Places, it now has an artists' residency program in an unspoiled setting . Take a walk on the beautiful nature trail. Call for hours. Betty's Creek Rd ., Rabun Gap, 30568 706-746-5718, hambidge.org I [;;I WC
ROYSTON
Ty Cobb Museum This museum fea t ures little-known facts, memorabilia, rare films and photographs, and personal belongings of Ty Cobb. Call for hours, groups and fees. 461 Cook St ., Royston, 30662
706-245-1825, tycobbmuseum.org I [;;I WC 6,.
Victoria Bryant State Park & Golf Course It offers trails, a campground, golf course and pro shop, swimming pool, playgrounds and streamside picnic areas. Daily 7 a.m.dark. $3 parking. 1105 Bryant Park Rd ., Royston, 30662 706-24S-6270, 800-864-7275, gastateparks.org I [;;I WC 6,. T
SAUTEE
Folk Pottery Museum of Northeast Georgia Exhibi ts trace 200 years of the region's folk pottery history and show how the tradition has evolved and is carried on by contemporary folk potters. 283 GA Hwy. 255 N., Sautee, 30571 770-967-6371, 770-967-6481, folkpotterymuseum.com
Old Sautee Store & Museum This 130-year-old store is now a museum and historical landmark. It also features nostalgic gifts. Mon.-Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Sun. 12-5 p.m. Free. Hwy. 17 and GA Hwy. 25S, Sautee, 30571 706-878-2281, 888-463-9853,
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Sautee-Nacoochee Center An on -site museum, theater, art gallery and conference facilities are featured at this thriving art center. Call for hours and fees. 283 GA Hwy. 255 N., Sautee, 30571
706-878-3300, snca.org I [;;I WC 6,. T
Scarlett's Secret Located in a plantation-style home, this museum has Gone With the Wind and Civil War memorabilia, a tearoom and gift shop. Daily. Call for hours. Adults $2.50, children free. 1902 Hwy. 17, Sautee, 30571
706-878-1028, scarlettsecret.com I [;;I VI T
Stovall Mill Covered Bridge Check out Georgia's shortest clear-span covered bridge. Da ily. Free. GA Hwy. 255, Sautee, 30545 706-878-2181
The Gourd Place This gourd museum and retail shop features more than 200 gourds from 23 countries. April-Christmas. By appt. only. Free. 2319 Duncan Bridge Rd ., Sautee, 30571
706-865-4048, gourdplace.com I [;;I WC 6,.
SUCHES
Chattahoochee Forest National Fish Hatchery Three major fishing events are held annually to promote recreational fishing. Educational tours and fishing in nearby Rock Creek are available. Mon.-Fri. 7:30 a.m .-4 p.m. Free. 4730 Rock Creek Rd ., Suches, 30572 706-838-4723, southeast.fws.gov/
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Reel Angling Adventures Experience wild trout fly-fishing treks, tail-water trout float trips and instructional fly-fishing. P.O. Box 12, Suches, 30572 866-899-5259, reelanglingadventures .com
TALLULAH FALLS
Georgia Heritage Center for the Arts
This arts center aims to promote emerging Georgia artists. Mon.-Sat. 10 a.m .-5 p.m ., Sun. 1-5 p.m. Free. 11785 US Hwy. 441 N., Tallulah Falls, 30573
706-754-5989, georgiaartists.org I [;;I WC 6,.
Lake Tugalo-GA Power
Visitors can enjoy boating (25 horsepower motors or smaller) and fishing on Tugalo. Dai ly. Free. Off US Hwy. 441 N., Tallulah Falls, 30573 706-782-4014, 888-GPCLAKE,
georgiapower.com/gpclake I [;;I WC 6,.
Minnehaha Falls
The Minnehaha Trail follows Fall Bran ch to this 100-foot-high waterfall. Off Bear Gap Rd., Tallulah Falls, 30573
706-782-3320, georgiamountains.org I [;;I
Tallulah Falls Lake-GA Power
Covering 63 acres, the lake has 3.6 miles of shoreline and is part of the Tallulah Gorge State Park. Dai ly. Call for fees. Off US Hwy. 441 S., Tallulah Falls, 30573 706-782-4014, 888-GPCLAKE,
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Tallulah Falls School Museum Displays include photos, paintings and artifacts that reflect the history of Tallulah Falls School. Call for hours. Free. P.O. Box 10, Tallulah Falls, 30573 706-754-0400, ext. 3530,
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Tallulah Gallery The gallery has fine art including origi nal paintings, pottery, raku , folk art, jewelry and more. Open 9 a.m .-5 p.m. daily Apr.-Dec., winter weekends or by appt. 580 Scenic Loop 15, Old US Hwy. 441, Tallulah Falls, 30573 706-754-6020, tallulahgallery.com
Tallulah Gorge State Park Explore the gorge on many t rails and a suspension b ridge. Gift shop, beach, fishing and camping are available. Call for schedule, fees and kayaking info. Daily 8 a.m .-dark. $4 parking. Off Hwy. 441 , Tallulah Falls, 30573 706-754-7970, 706-754-7979 (camping),
gastateparks.org I [;l WC 6,.
Tallulah Point Overlook and Tallulah Adventures Canoe renta l is available for padd ling Lake Tallulah, as well as overnight rentals for campers , an observation deck and a gift shop. Daily 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Cal l for fees. 940 Tallulah Gorge Scenic Loop, Tallulah Falls, 30573 706-754-4318, tallulahpoint.com I [;l WC 6,.
TIGER
Tiger Mountain Vineyard and Winery Tiger Mountain Vineyards is nestled on a hillside on the rocky, sunny slopes of the North Georgia mountains. Tastings available. year-round . Call for hours. 2592 Old US Hwy. 441 , Tiger, 30576 706-865-9463, 706-865-1531 , tigerwine.com
TOCCOA
Currahee Military Museum A museum devoted to the men of Camp Toccoa and local veterans . Mon.-Sat. 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Sun. 1-4 p.m. 160 N. Alexander St., Toccoa, 30577 706-282-5055, toccoahistory.com
Currahee Mountain This is the last mountain in the Blue Ridge chain. The name "Currphee " appropriately means "stand alone." Hiking and biking trails available. Daily. Free. GA Hwy. 17 and GA Hwy. 365, Toccoa, 30577 706-886-2132, toccoachamber.com
Happy Trails Shuttle & Guide Service Reliable shuttle service for backpackers and paddlers throughout the Georgia and Carolina mountains. Guided hiking and fishing trips. P.O. Box D, Toccoa, 30577 770-823-8197, happytrailsguide.com
Lake Yonah-GA Power Enjoy Lake Yonah wi th boating, fishing , picnicking and camping. Daily. Call for fees. Tugalo Dam Rd., Tallulah Falls, 30573 706-782-4014, 888-GPCLAKE,
georgiapower.com/gpclake I [;l WC 6,.
Stephens County Historical Museum Features information on Stephens County's past. Call for hours and fees. 160 N. Alexander St., Toccoa, 30577 706-282-5055, toccoahistory.com I [;l WC 6,.
Traveler's Rest Historic Site This 1833 plantation of the "richest man in the Tugaloo Valley" has antique furnishings, a 90-ft. porch and hand-numbered rafters. Thurs.-Sat. 9 a.m .-5 p.m ., Sun. 2-5:30 p.m. $2.50-$4. 8162 Riverdale Rd ., Toccoa, 30577 706-886-2256, gastateparks.org I [;l WC 6,.
TOCCOA FALLS
Toccoa Falls At 186 feet, Toccoa Falls is 26 feet taller than Niagara Falls. Gift shop and restaurant. Adult s $1, children and seniors 50 cents . GA Hwy. Alt. 17, Toccoa Falls, 30598 706-886-6831 , 800-868-3257,
tfc.edu/consider/falls.htm I [;l WC 6,.
WINDER
Barrow County Museum Among t he rooms of the museum, see jail cells , exhibits on Senator Richard B. Russell , county history and the nearby Fort Yargo. Mon.-Fri. 1-4 p.m., Free. 74 W. Athens St., Winder, 30680
770-307-1183 I ~ WC 6,.
Fort Vargo State Park Camping, cottages, a lake wi th a beach, boat rental , hiking and biking trails, picnicking and mini-golf are offered at this wooded park; accessible Will -A-Way camp. Daily. 7 a.m.-10 p.m. $3 parking. Call for fees. 2105 Broad St., Winder, 30680 770-867-3489, 800-864-7275,
gastateparks.org I [;l WC 6,.
Tight Line Charters North Georgia Lake Lanier fishing guide for stripers and spotted bass. 959 Pine Valley Rd ., Winder, 30680 404-680-5066, 404-843-8665 lanierguidefishing.com
YOUNG HARRIS
Crane Creek Vineyards Visitors enjoy the beautiful view from the tasting room, gift shop, and bed and breakfast. Call for hours and special events. 916 Crane Creek Rd ., Young Harris, 30582 706-379-1236, cranecreekvineyards.com
Rollins Planetarium Enjoy free public shows at one of the largest planetariums in the state. Arrive early; seating is limited. Call for schedule. Fri. 8 p.m. One College St., Young Harris, 30582 706-379-4312, 800-241-3754, yhc.edu/ academics/ mathsci/astronomy/ planet.html [;lWC 6,.
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Stonebrook Inn 698 US Hwy. 441 s.
Montara Farm 6749 Stringer Rd. Days Inn 244 S. Main St. Gateway Inn 300 N. Main St. Lion's Pride Inn & Apartments 4405 Helen Hwy. Admlral Benbow Inn 30747 US Hwy. 441 S.
America's Best Inn a Suites 30537 US Hwy. 441S.
Best Western Commerce Inn 157 Eisenhower Dr. Comfort Inn 165 Eisenhower Dr. Days Inn 30976 US Hwy. 441 S. Dollar Wise Inn 128 Frontage Rd. Hampton Inn 153 Hampton Ct.
Holiday IM Exprus 30539 us Hwy. 441 s.
Howard Johnson Inn & Suites 148 Eisenhower Dr. Jameson Inn 267 Stephen B. Tanger Blvd.
Ramada Limited 30537 US Hwy. 441 s.
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Days Inn 520 Queen City Pkwy.
770-535-8100
Georgianna Motel 1630 Atlanta Hwy.
770-534-7361
Hampton Inn 450 Jesse Jewell Pkwy.
770-503-0300
Motel 6 1585 Monroe Dr.
770-532-7531
Quality Inn & Suites 726 Jesse Jewell Pkwy.
770-536-4451
Ramada Limited 766 Jesse Jewell Pkwy.
770-287-3205
Suburban Extended Stays Hotel 1115 Jesse Jewell Pkwy. 770-533-9433
Hartwell
Super 8 541 Dorsey St.
a Best Western Inn Suites 1357 E. Franklin St.
770-533-9009 706-376-4700
Days Inn 1679 Anderson Hwy.
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Jameson Inn 1091 E. Franklin St.
a Alpenhof Motel Cabins 15 Yonah St.
706-376-7298 706-878-2268
Alpine Crest Resort 232 Carrie Cox Dr.
706-878-2133
Alpine VIiiage Inn 1005 Edelweiss St.
706-878-2296
Best Western 8220 S. Main St.
706-878-2111
Biscuit Inn GA Hwy. 356
706-892-9837
Castle Inn 8287 S. Main St.
706-878-3140
Chalet Kristy Riverfront Motel & Cabins 134 River St.
706-878-2155
Comfort Inn 101 Edelweiss Strasse
706-878-8000
Country Inn & Suites 877 Edelweiss Strasse
706 878 9000
Days Inn 8288 S. Main St.
706-878-4079
Econo Lodge 749 Brucken Strasse
706-878-2141
Hampton Inn-Helen on the River 147 Unicoi St.
a Heidi Motel W indmill Suites 8820 N. Main St.
706-878-3310 706-878-2689
Helen Black Bear Resort 210 Dawn Way
706-865-0093
Helen Mountain Properties & Rental s 664 Bahn Innsbruck 706-878-2974
Helen Inn 8171 GA Hwy. 75 N.
706-878-8888
Helendorf River Inn & Conference Center 33 Munichstrasse 706-878-2271
Hofbrau Riverfront Hotel 9001 Main St.
706-878-2184
IGLS at Innsbruck 98 Schwarzwald Strasse
706-878-2400
Loreley Resort 387 Brucken Strasse
706-878-2238
Ramada Limited 11 Edelweiss Strasse
706-878-1451
Super 8 8396 S. Main St.
706-878-2191
Unicoi State Park & Lodge 1788 GA Hwy. 356
706-878-2201
Hiawassee
Hiawassee Inn 193 E. Main St.
706-896-4121
Holiday Inn Express 300 Big Sky Dr.
706-896 -8884
Mulls Motel 213 N. Main St.
706-896-4195
Ramada at Lake Chatuge Lodge 653 US Hwy. 76
a The Ridges Resort Club 3499 us Hwy. 76 W.
706-896-5253 706-896-2262
Salale Lodge 1340 US Hwy. 76 E.
706-896-3943
Lake Lanier Is. Emerald Pointe Resort & Conference Ctr. 7000 Holiday Rd. 770-945-8787
Lavon ia
Best Western Regency Inn & Suites 13705 Jones St.
706-356-4000
Sleep Inn 890 Ross Pl.
706-356-2268
Super 8 14227 Jones St.
706-356-8848
Oakwood
Comfort Inn Oakwood 3469 Mundy Mill Rd .
a Country Inn Suites Oakwood 4535 Oakwood Rd.
770-287-1000 770-535-8080
Jameson Inn Oakwood 3780 Merchants Way
770 - 533 - 9 4 0 0
Scottish Inns Oakwood 4500 Oakwood Rd.
770-531-9929
Royston
Franklin Inn 1234 E. Main St.
706-245-7241
Ramada Limited 841 Hartwell St.
706-246-0256
Sky Valley Toccoa
Sky Valley Accommodations 3608 GA Hwy. 246 N.
706-746-5301
a Caudeli's Traveler's Rest Suites 8000-A Rock Quarry Rd. 706-886-0060
Country Hearth Inn 302 Savannah St. W.
706-297-7799
Days Inn 1101 S. Big A Rd.
706 -886-9461
Georgia Baptist Conference Center 8496 Lake Louise Rd. 706-886-3133
Mikell Camp & Conference Center 237 Camp Mikell Ct. 706-886-7515
Taj Motel 509 W. Currahee St.
706-886-9458
Toccoa Inn & Su ites 350 Stephens Cir.
706-886-1048
Toccoa Motel 212 S. Pond St.
7 0 6 - 8 8 6 -2183
W inder
Comfort Inn 177 W. Athens St.
770-868-5303
Jameson Inn 9 Stafford St.
770-867-1880
Travelers Motel 160 W. May St.
770-867-2371
Young Harris Brasstown Valley Resort 6321 US Hwy. 76
706-379-9900
Young Harri s Motel 873 Main St.
706-379-3136
800-DAYSINN daysinn-gainesville.com
BOO-HAMPTON hamptoninn.com 800-466-8356 motel6.com 800-4CHOICE choicehotels.com 800-2RAMADA ramada.com 800-951-7829 suburbanlodge.com 800-800-8000 supers.com
bestwestern .com 800-DAYSINN daysinn.com 800-541-3268 jamesoninns.com 800-535-8678 alpenhofmotel.com 800-625-4874 helenga.org/alpinecrest 800-844-8466 helen-ga.net 800-HELENGA helengeorgiabestwestern.com
helenga.org/biscuitinn 800-395-3644 castleinn-helen.com 877-464-3536 chaletkristyriverfrontmotel.com 800-443-6488 comfortinn.com 800-456-4000 countryinns.com/helenga 800-DAYSINN daysinn.com
econolodge.com/hotel/GA303 BOO-HAMPTON hamptoninnhelen.com
m y.georg ia .o r g 877-734-2467 helenblackbear.com 888-947-1233 helengarentals.com 877-443-5364 gotoalpinehelen.com 800-445-2271 helendorf.com 800-830-3977 riverfronthotel.com 800-204-3536 innsbruckresort.com
loreleyresort.com 800-2RAMADA ramada .com 800-535-1251 helengeorgiasuper8.com 800-864-7275 gastateparks.org
888-838-8892 hiexpress.com
800-613-4349 lakechatugelodge.com 888-834-4409 theridgesresort.com
800-840-5253 lakelanierislands.com bestwestern.com
800-4CHOICE sleepinnlavonia.com 800-800-8000 supers.com 800-424-6423 choicehotels.com 800-456-4000 countryinns.com BOO-JAMESON jamesoninns.com 800-251-1962 bookroomsnow.com
800-2RAMADA ramada.com 800-262-8259 skyvalleyaccom.com
ctravelersrest.com 866-943-2784 countryhearth.com 800-329-7466 daysinn.com
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Offic ial Georgia Travel Guide 177
Northeast Mountains Bed and Breakfasts
Pric ing : 1= $ 0-50 2 = $51=80 3 = $81-120 4 =$121+
Alto
The Lodge on Apple Pie Ridge 2154 Appl e Pie Ridge Rd. 706-776-6012
Blairsville
Davis-Reid-Sampson Inn B&B 147 Rogers St.
706-835-2469
Highland Falls Bed & Breakfast Inn 4434 Highland Forge E 706-835-1926
Misty Mountain Inn & Cottages 4376 Misty Mountain Ln. 706-745-4786
Clarkesville Glen Ella Springs Country Inn 1789 Bear Gap Rd.
706-754-7295
Clayton
Beechwood Inn 220 Beechwood Dr.
706-782-5485
Cleveland
Caffery Springs Inn 1111 Satterfield Rd.
706-348-6034
Lodge at Windy Acres 16 Windy Acres Rd.
706-865-6635
Commerce
Harber House Inn 2280 N. Broad St.
706-335-9388
Dahlonega
Cedar House Inn & Yurts 6463 US Hwy. 19 N.
706-867-9446
Historic Worley Bed & Breakfast 168 W. Main St.
706-864-7002
LIiy Creek Lodge 2608 Auraria Rd.
706-864-6848
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Mountain Laurel Creek B&B 202 Talmer Grizzle Rd.
706-867-8134
Mountain Top Lodge at Dahlonega 447 Mtn. Top Lodge Rd. 706-864-5257
Dawsonville Len Foote Hike Inn 240 Amicalola Falls Ldg. Rd.
706-867-0649
Eastanollee Apple Orchard Country Inn Liberty Hill Rd.
706-779-7292
Elberton
Rainbow Manor Bed & Breakfast 217 Heard St.
706-213-0314
Flowery Branch Whitworth Inn 6593 McEver Rd.
770-967-2386
Hartwell
Shuler Manor Bed & Breakfast 714 Early Dr.
70 6 -377 -3550
The Skelton House 97 Benson St.
706-376-7969
Helen
Alpine HIiitop Haus Bed & Breakfast 362 Chattahoochee St. 706-878-2388
Black Forest B&B & Luxury Cabins 8902 N. Main St.
706-878-3995
Hiawassee
Bald Mountain Bed and Breakfast 4113 Quinn Cove Rd. 706-896-9282
Bed & Breakfast at Swan Lake 2500 Hickorynut Cove 706-896-1582
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Henson Cove Place B&B & Cabin 1137 Car Miles Rd.
706-896-6195
Hidden Valley Bed & Breakfast 441 Mull Rd.
706-896 -4988
Mountain Memories Bed & Breakfast 385 Chancey Dr. 706-896-8439
Lakemont
The Barn Inn at Lake Rabun 31 Barn Inn Rd.
706 - 212-9995
Lake Rabun Hotel 35 Andrea Dr.
706-782-4946
Lavonia
RenStone Bed & Breakfast & Spa 560 Chandler Place Dr. 706-356-1198
Southern Oaks Bed a Breakfast Baker St.
706-356-8382
Lula Rabun Gai:>
Rose HIii inn 4944 GA Hwy. 51 5.
706-677-4583
Sylvan Falls MIii Bed a Breakfast 156 Taylor's Chapel Rd. 706-746-7138
York House Bed & Breakfast Inn 416 York House Rd.
706-746-2068
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a Edelweiss German Inn Restaurant 747 Duncan Brd. Rd. 706-865-7371
Lucille's Mountain Top Inn 964 Rabun Rd.
706-878-5055
Tiger
Stovall House Bed & Breakfast 1526 GA Hwy. 255 N.
706-878-3355
a Mountain Oaks Bed Breakfast 6035 Bridge Creek Rd. 706-490-1443
Toccoa
Poet's Corner BIB and Spa 2875-A Lakeland Dr.
877-580-8926
Simmons-Bond Inn Bed & Breakfast 130 W. Tugalo St. 706-282-5183
Young Harris Creekside Hideaway B&B/Guesthouse 8970 Sharons Way 706-379-1509
Guest House at Crane Creek Vineyards 916 Crane Creek Rd. 706-379-1236
888-339-1374 770-921-8187 866-295-7373 888-MISTYMN 877-456-7527 866-782-2485 800-435-5032 877-226-9886 800-348-8094 888-844-2694 800-526-9754 800-581-8032
866-377-3550 877-556-3790
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8 6 6 -862 - 4517 888-850-8178
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866-245-4777 877-782-4625 877-658-0746 888-882-7335
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2's Company Farm Creek Cabins 1600 Sweetheart Ln. 7 Creeks Housekeeping Cabins 5109 Horseshoe Cove Rd. Alpine Cabins 2850 Alpine Way Blairsville Highlands Retreat Honeysuckle Ln. Blood Mountain Cabins 9894 Gainesville Hwy. Brasstown Valley Home & Land 174 Cleveland St.. Ste. 6 Brasstown View Chalets 5299 Ow ltow n Spur Buser's Lakeside Retreat 2052 Pat Colwell Rd. Canal Lake Campground 1035 Cana l Lake Rd. Creek's Song Cabin 4567 Fortenberry Rd. Deer Field Cabins 7287 John Abernathy Rd. God's Country Farm Log Cabins 2222 Country Farm Ln.
Goose Creek Cabins a Campground
7061 Goose Creek US Hwy. 19 Granny's Cabin 693 Old Beech Rd .
178 Offi ci al Georg ia Travel Guide
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888-803-0558 888-241-0425 800-488-9507 8 0 0 - 284 - 6866 800-470-0774 888 - 869 -7212
888-470-9693
farmcreekc ab ins.com ?creeks .c o m alpinecabins.com blairsvillehighlandsretreat.com b l o o d mounta in.com brasstownvalleyhl .com brasstownchalets.com buser-lakeside-retreat.com c anallake ca m p g r o u n d .com creekssongcabin .com
godscountryfarm.com g o os ec reekc ab ins.c o m
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Northeast Mountains Cabins and Camping
Blairsville
Bowman Clarkesville
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Cleveland
Comer Commerce
Green Mansions Cabins 9894 Gainesville Hwy. Hatchet Creek Cabins 8170 Papa's Mountain Rd. Helton Creek Cottages 1989 Helton Creek Rd. Highland Falls Cabin Rentals 4434 Highland Forg e E. Kllln Tyme Cabins 840 Kitt ie Ln. Koehler Log Cabin 4141 Rich Rd. Lake Nottely RV Park 350 Haley Cir. Mountain Creek RV Resort 136 Mountain Creek Rd. Nice n' Private Vacation Rentals 1545 Stoney Ridge Rd. Nottely River Campground, Cabins & Tubing 3695 Nottely River Campground Rd. Paradise Cabins 3163 Paradise Rd. Peaceful Creek Cabin 4400 Reece Creek Rd. E. Rlverbend 's Old Log Cabins 1426 Riverbend Farm Rd. Sunrise Cabins 5817 Gainesville Hwy. Toccoa River Cabin 1648 Lake Breeze Ln. Town Creek Cottages 4863 Seabolt Rd. Trackrock Campground & Cabins 4887 Trackrock Camp Rd. Trails End Luxury Cabins Summit Way Treehouse Vacation Homes Richard Russell Hwy. Vogel State Park 7485 Vogel State Park Rd . The Sandbar Cabins 3435 King Hall Mill Rd. Babbling Brook Cabin Rentals 3131 Alec Mountain Rd. Brigadoon Lodge 8137 GA Hwy. 197 N. Burton Brook Cabin 300 Brookwood Ln. Burton Woods Cabins & Lodge 220 Brookwood Ln. Country Ridge Cabins 112 Kennedy Mountain Rd. Evergreen Cabins 215 Stonehedge Dr. Happy Valley Resort 330 Happy Valley Resort Moccasin Creek State Park 3655 GA Hwy. 197 N. Mountain Rivers Log Cabin Rentals 511 Grandis Heights Cir. Rustic Country Cabins 10 786 GA Hwy. 197 N. Sugar MIii Creek RV Resort 4960 Laurel Lodge Rd. Sunburst Stables Vacation Cabins 3181GA Hwy. 255 Back In the Woods Mountain House 526 Seven Winds Ln. Cherry Laurel Creek Cabins 269 Daisey Ln. Covered Bridge Cabin 3321 US Hwy. 76 W. CradleCrest Vacation Rental Off Warwoman Rd. Escape Hatch Cottage 4227 Blalock Goldmine Rd. Georgia Mountain Rentals 210 Hwy. 441 N. Laurel House Off Lake Rabun Rd. Mountain Aire Cottages 18 Motel Dr. Rabun Beach Campground-CNF Lake Rabun Rd. Sandy Bottom Campground-CNF Forest Service Rd. 70 Snooks Cabins 3982 Blalock Goldmine Rd. Tallulah River Campground-CNF Forest Service Rd. 70 Tate B,anch Campground-CNF Forest Servi ce Rd. 70 Unforegettable Cabin 270 Confederate Dr. WIiiis Knob Campground-CNF Willis Kn ob Rd . Blue Creek Cabins 2362 Dean Mountain Rd. Boggs Creek Campground-CNF Off US Hwy. 19/ 129 Cannon Falls Lodge Off US Hwy. 129 Country Hideaway at Mountain Lakes 75 Enchanted Way, GA Hwy. DeSoto Falls Campground-CNF US Hwy. 129/ 19 Gabby's Cabins 3083 Helen Hwy. Gold'n Gem Grubbln Campground 75 Gold Nugget Ln. Jenny's Creek Family Campground 4542 US Hwy. 129 N. Leisure Acres Campground 3840 Westmoreland Rd. Moon Mountain Cabin 456 Neverland Tri. Mt. View Campground 15220 U.S. Highway 129/ 19 N. Turner Campsites 142 Turner Campsites Rd. Watson MIii Bridge State Park 650 Watson Mill Rd. Country Boys RV Park 5473 Mount Olive Rd. The Pottery Campground 100 Pot tery Rd.
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Northeast Mountains Cabins and Camping
Cumming
Bald Ridge Campground-COE 4100 Bald Ridge Rd.
770-945-9531
Lake Escapes 2280 Briarwood Tri.
770 -2-LAN IER
Sawnff Cam1>9roundCOE 3200 Buford Dam Rd.
770 -9 4 5 - 9531
Shady Grove Campground 7800 Shadburn Ferry Rd.
770-8 87- 8 9 0 6
Twin Lakes RV Park 3300 Shore Dr.
770 -887-4400
Dahlonega
Bend of the River Cabins & Chalets 319 Horseshoe Ln.
706-21 9 - 2 0 4 0
Cavender Creek Cabins 200 Beaver Dam Rd.
706-864-7221
DeSoto Falls Campground-CNF US 129/19 N
706-745-6928
Dockery Lake Cam1>9round-CNF Forest Service Rd. 654
706-745-6928
Etowah River Campground 437 Rider Mill Rd.
706-864-9035
Forrest HIiis Mountain Resort 135 Forrest Hills Rd.
70 6 -8 6 4 -6 4 5 6
Hatfield's Hideaway Cabins 3109 Copper Mine Rd.
706-864-6743
HerrnanHaus Cabin US Hwy. 129/ 19 N.
770-396-1060
My Mountain Home Cabin Rentals 125-B E. Main St.
70 6- 867-9156
RRanch In the Mountains Resort 65 R-Ranch Rd.
706-864-6444
Rlverwalk Cabins 30 1 Blue Ridge View Dr.
706-864-4023
WIid WIiiy RVs & Campground 5320 Long Branch Rd.
706-867-9978
Dawsonville Amlcalola Falls State Park 418 Amicalola Falls Lodge Rd.
706 -265-8888
Lake Lanier Getaway Off GA Hwy. 400
678-360-5571
McCord Mountain Properties 2120 Perimeter Rd.
706-265-3943
Mountain Brook Cabins 76 Coolidge Dr.
706 - 864 - 3127
Toto Creek Campground-COE 154 Toto Creek Park Rd.
770-945-9531
Under the Hemlock 5545 GA Hwy. 52
706-265-4603
Demorest
Twin Rivers Resort 210 Twin Rivers Resort Dr.
706-754-2010
DIiiard
Andy's Trout Farm, Cabins I Campground Betty's Creek Rd. 706-746-2550
River Vista Mountain VIiiage 960 GA Hwy. 246
706-746-2722
Elberton
Bobby Brown State Park 2509 Bobby Brown S.P. Rd.
706-213-2046
Lazy "L" Hunting & Fishing Lodge 1014 Flatwoods Rd.
706-283-8163
Pine-Der-Rosa Cabins 2561 Hulmes Chapel Rd.
706-213-1708
Richard B. Russell State Park & Golf Course 2650 Russell State Park Rd.
706-213 -2 0 4 5
Shade Tree Cabins, LLC 1888 Hulmes Chapel Rd.
706-283-3306
Flowery Branch Lake Lanier Lodges-Log Cabins 6598 Lights Ferry Rd.
770-967-1804
Old Federal Cam1>9roundCOE 6219 Old Federal Rd.
770-945-9531
Gainesville
Duckett MIii Campground-COE 3720 Duckett Mill Rd.
770 -945-9531
River Forks Park & Campground 3500 Keith Bridge Rd.
770-531 - 3952
Hartwell
Hart State Park 330 Hart State Park Rd.
706 -376-8756
MIiitown Cam1>9round-COE Milltown Rd.
706-856-0300
Mountain Lakes Vacation Rentals Lake Hartwell, multiple locations
864-972-0463
Paynes Creek Cam1>9roundCOE Off GA Hwy. 51
706-856-0300
Wadsadler Campground-COE 5625 Anderson Hwy.
706-856-0300
Helen
Al Vacation Rentals 8287 S. Main St.
706-878-0022
Andrews Cove Campground-CNF GA Hwy. 75 N.
706-754-6221
Bavarian Brook Rentals 859 Edelweiss Strasse
706-878-2840
Blue Ridge Cabin Rentals 2990 Hwy. 356
706-878-1773
Cabin on the Creek 2047 Helen Hwy., Unit A
706-865-4461
Chati ahoochee River Campground-CNF Chattahoochee River Rd.
70 6-754 -6221
Chimney Shadows Cabins GA Hwy. 356 to Shadow Dr.
706-865-4935
Dukes Creek Cabins Joe Franklin Rd.
706-865-1783
Georgia Mountain Madness Cabins 190 Mountain Madness Dr.
Georgia Mountain Rentals 8817 N. Main St.
706-878-8400
Katrina's Cottages 738 Myra Branch Rd.
706-878-2840
Lazy Bones Mountain Cabins 21 Lazy Dr.
706-219-3630
Lodge at Smlthgall Woods 61 Tsalaki Tri.
706-878-3087
Lund's Hideaway Cabins 7489 GA Hwy. 75 Alt.
706-878-3111
Nacoochee Cabins 7025 S Main St.
706-878-9463
River Bend Chalets 152 Dye St.
706-878-2155
Tlmberloft Cottages 3887 GA Hwy. 356
706-878-2950
Unicoi State Park & Lodge 1788 GA Hwy. 356
7 0 6 -8 78-2201
Upper Chattahoochff River Cam1>9round-CNF Hwy. 75
706-754-6221
Hiawassee
Appalachian Campground 1631 Moody Hollow
706-896-7243
Bald Mountain Park RV Resort 751 Gander Gap Rd.
706-896 -8896
Bend of the River Chalets 2003 Bend of the River
706-755-7665
Boundary Waters Resort & Marina 528 Sunnyside Rd.
706-896-2530
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Creek Front Home at Trout Farm 7120 Canaan Dr.
706-896-8959
Crystal River Ranch Llamas & Lodging 7316 US Hwy. 76 E. 706-896-5005
Deer Lodge Restaurant & Cabins 7900 GA Hwy. 17
706-896-2726
Enola Mountain Retreat 1000 Hwy. 180
706-896-9966
Georgia Mountain Fair Campground 1311 Music Hall Rd.
706-896-4191
Great Escape Vacation Rentals 1460 US Hwy. 76 W., Ste. D 706-896-9820
Hiawassee River Trout Lodge 2701 Cabin Dr.
706-896-7400
Hickory Nut Cove Cabins & Campground 2500 Hickorynut Cove 706-896-5341
Horne's Hideaway 1 Hornes Hideaway
706-896-6292
Lake Chatuge Chalets Off GA Hwy. 288
770-486-0001
Lake Chatuge Mountain Retreat Kilpatrick Point Ln.
404-636-1782
Laurel Mountain Cabins 4870 Laurel Mountain Rd.
706-896-8015
Mountaintop Chalet 995 County Rd. 212
706-896-2940
Pauline Taylor Cabins 57 GA Hwy. 180
706-896-2114
Real Estate & Rental Center 150-A Main St. S.
706-896-1300
Serenity Cove Lakefront Cabins 834 Lower Bell Creek Rd. 706-896-1465
Stone Creek Cabin 7009 Black Bear Tri.
Lakehouses on Lanier 7000 Holiday Rd.
770-932-7200
Rabun Farms Lake House & Stables 13 Kings Row
706-782-6412
River Campground & Lodge 28 Joy Bridge Rd . & 441
706-782-9936
Seed Lake Campground-GA Power Crow Creek Rd.
706-782-5807
Tugaloo State Park 1763 Tu9aloo State Park
706-356-4362
Mountain Home Rentals of Georgia 13350 GA Hwy. 53 E.
770-894-4444
Swan Center Retreat House 75 Swan Center Dr.
770-893-3525
Sunset Campground 17139 GA Hwy. 17
706-356-8932
Lake Russell Campground-CNF 304 Lake Russell Rd.
706-754-6221
Black Rock Mountain State Park Black Rock Mtn. Pkwy.
706-746-2141
Mountain City RV Park US Hwy. 441
706-746-2242
Sunrise Mountain Cabins Sunrise Mountain Ln.
706-746-3355
A Clear View 966 Western Way
706-746-5047
Cottontail Cottages 272 Toole St.
706-782-0223
Idle Time Cabins 29 Idle Time Ln.
706-746-2270
Valley Springs Lodging 787 Patterson Gap Rd.
706-746-3875
Victoria Bryant State Park & Golf Course 1105 Bryant Park Rd.
706-245-6270
Appalachian Rentals 698 Northwind
706-878-2172
Beautiful Cabins at Skyrldge 3 Star Lake Ln.
706-878-3244
Cherokee Campground 45 Bethel Rd.
706-878-2267
Creekwood Cabins & RV Resort 5730 GA Hwy. 356
706-878-2164
Gazebo Creek 76 Deer Valley Estates Rd.
770-972-7491
Helen Black Bear Resort & Cabins 210 Dawn Way
706-865-0093
Kountry Peddler & Tanglewood Cabins 3387 GA Hwy. 356 706-878-3286
Mountain Greenery Cabins 3621 GA Hwy. 255 N
706-878-3442
Pine Ridge Country Cottages 51 Pine Ridge Dr.
706-878-3290
Premier Vacation Rentals 5156 Helen Hwy.
706-348 -8323
Sautee, Hereford Ranch Lodge GA Hwy. 255 N.
706-878-3293
Sleepy Hollow Campground & Stables 307 Sleepy Hollow Rd. 706-878-2618
Lake Winfield Scott Cabin & Campground GA Hwy. 180
706-745-6928
Skeenah Creek Campground 20 Skeenah Gap Rd.
706-838-5500
Toccoa Riverfront Cabin 292 Brown Mt. Dr.
478-862-9733
Two Wheels Only Motorcycle Resort 3580 GA Hwy. 60
706-747-5151
Tallulah Gorge State Park 338 Jane Hurt Yarn Dr.
706-754-7979
Almost Heaven 112 Dean Ln.
770-985-19 0 4
Black Bear Cabins 1978 E. Boggs Mountain Rd.
706-782-7542
Covecrest Retreat Center 25 Falls Dr,
706-782-5961
Hidden Gap Log Cabins 194 Carson Ln.
706-782-5900
Splendor Mountain 195 New Gate Dr.
706-212-2897
Wylie Mountain Cabin on Lake Burton 125 Waterview Ln.
706-782-5475
Cottage on Lake Yonah Yonah Dam Rd.
706-886-3845
Toccoa RV Park 2136 Oak Valley Rd.
706-886-2654
Trembly Bald Mountain Retreat Rt. 3, Box 3824
706-886-9069
Ballard Tiger Creek Chalets & Inn 4982 US Hwy. 441
706-782-2085
Fort Vargo State Park 210 S. Broad St.
770-867-3489
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706-379-1329
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J v Southern Gothic romance novel Shady pecan groves andpeach orchards give way to
'peanutfields andpasturela,nd, and the small towns ofPla,ntation Trace delight the senses with
fragrant gardens, delicious home cooking, a comfortable porch rocker and plenty oftall tales.
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Art to Heart
Exceptional exhibits of local , national and international artwork are displayed at the spacious Annette Howell Turner Center for the Arts in Valdosta. An East African collection anchors the permanent gallery, and four rotating galleries keep art enthusiasts coming back for more. The Albany Museum of Art is home to one of the largest permanent collections of sub-Saharan African art in the Southeast. Moultrie's Calico Arts and Crafts Festival, featuring work by regional artists, crafters, potters and furn iture- and toy-makers, draws well over 35,000 visitors annually.
Where the Wild Things Are
Lions and t igers and ... BM X bikes! Albany's Th e Parks at Chehaw sports a wild animal zoo, a kids' play park, campsites and picnic areas, and, yes, a dirt bicycle motorcross track. Explore the unique underwater world of the Flint River's blue-hole springs at Albany's Flint RiverQuarium. Shake things up a bit with a water-park safari at Valdosta's Wild Adventures Theme Park. View hundreds of exotic
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Thomasville is one of Georgia's best destinations for viewing Victorian architecture. In the late 1800s, wealthy northerners built Southern estates for winter retreats. Many of these retreats are still standing in and around downtown Thomasville.
Wild Adventures Theme Park, Valdosta
animals housed in natural habitats, get a thrill from roller coasters and water slides, and then sit back and enjoy live entertainment.
Center Stage
Performance art is alive and kickin ' in the little town of Colquitt, home to Swamp Gravy, the official folk life play of Georgia. Performers relate tales of love, life and everyday business with a Southern flair for drama and an indulgence in local lore. The performances do travel around the state, but for a truly authentic experience, catch a show at Colquitt's own Cotton Hall. The Peach State Summer Theatre in Valdosta, Georgia's official summer musical theater, presents Broadway-quality shows using both professional and student actors. Hits such as Chicago, Beauty and the Beast, and Seussica/ the Musical have received rave reviews at Valdosta State University's Sawyer Theatre.
Full cast of Swamp Gravy, Colquitt
Room to Bloom
Stunning gardens are associated with many of the region's p lantations and manors. The Crescent in Valdosta has beautifully landscaped gardens, as do a number of the large houses in the historic residential area. Thomasville is a haven of hor-
ticulture displays, from the meticulously groomed grounds of plantations such as Pebble Hill and Melhana to the hundreds of rambling roses in the city's public garden.
Manners and Manors
One of Valdosta's most prominent landmarks is The Crescent, a 23room neoclassical mansion named for its two-story rounded portico supported by 13 white columns . Indulge in the lu xury of the 19th-
century resort era with a stay at Thomasville's grand Melhana Plantation Bed and Breakfast. While in town, don't
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SHORT TRIPS
miss the unconventional LaphamPatterson House State Historical Site, an outstanding example of Victorian architecture, or Pebble Hill Plantation, a magnificent hunting estate demonstrating the elegance of wealthy 20th-century plantation living.
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A Blast from the Past
Kolomoki Mounds State Park, where Swift Creek and Weeden Island Indian culture once flourished, tells the tales of some of the region's oldest history. Fitzgerald 's Blue and Gray Museum preserves the history of the town built and peacefully inhabited by Northerners and Southerners 30 years after the Civil War. Learn about more recent African-American history at Albany's Civil Rights Movement Museum. or explore the Thronateeska Heritage Center's Museum of History, Wetherbee Planetarium and Science Discovery Center. Real adventurers will want to stop at Ashburn's Crime and Punishment Museum, and perhaps mull over the experience afterwards at the Last Meal Cafe.
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Getting Out
The Flint River offers a host of recreational opportunities, such as canoeing and kayaking, fishing , hiking and nature watching. Spend time searching for unusual wildlife or casting for that world-record largemouth bass on the Chattahoochee River, nicknamed "Georgia's Other Coast." Pack a picnic and spend a day unwind ing at beautiful Lake Walter F. George or Banks Lake.
Ag, You're It!
Experience life on a 19th-century farm at Tifton's Agrirama,
pt Georgia's Museum Agriculture and Historic Village.
Participate in living history workshops, learn to plow, handwash clothes, cure meat and harvest crops, and step inside the city founder's original home. Moultrie hosts the gigantic Sunbelt Agriculture Exposition where equipment is bought and sold, information is dispersed and people are brought together by a way of life. Tour the v ineyards and processing facility at Arlington 's Still Pond Vineyard and Winery, producer of 10 unusual muscadine wines and the only winery in the region .
On a Quest for a Fest
Thomasville's renowned Rose Festival, complete with parade, vendors and competitions, attracts rose enthusiasts from all over the world. At the Swine Time in Climax, celebrate the pig with greased-hog contests, best-dressed awards and
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The Converse Dalton Ferrell House, Valdosta pig-cal ling competitions. On Mule Day, up to 90,000 visitors flock to the tiny town of Calvary (population 200) for a parade, cane-grinding, syrup-making, and arts and crafts. The Honey Bee Festival in Hahira features a beauty pageant, spectacular parade, vendors, and an old-fashioned dunking booth, and Gnat Days in Cami lla features a "Gnat Market," a bike race and a highly anticipated pet costume show.
Rose Festival, Thomasville For more information on the Plantation Trace region, please visit georgia.org/plantation.
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Attractions
P njoy the plantations ofPlantation Trace through either hunting andfishing
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ADEL
Live Oak Plantation A sportsman 's parad ise, this property offers quail and pheasant hunting, golf and fishing. Daily. Oct. 1-Mar. 31. Summer retreats by reservation only. Call for fees.
675 Plantation Rd., Adel, 31620 229-896-2112, 800-682-4868,
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Reed Bingham State Park It offers a 375-acre lake with excellent fishing and water sports. Enjoy a campground, picnic areas, mini-golf, a playground, boat tours and tra ils. Daily. 7 a.m.-10 p.m. $3 pa rking. Six miles west of 1-75, Exit 39 on GA Hwy. 37
229-896-3551 , 800-8,64-7275,
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Albany Area Arts Council The council showcases exhibits of regional artwork. Call for schedule and tour reservation . Mon.-Fri. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Free.
215 N. Jackson St., Albany, 31701 229-439-ARTS, albanyartscouncil.org
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Albany Civil Rights Movement Museum at Old Mt. Zion Church Museum with academic research as well as lectures and exhibits. Wed.-Sat. 10 a.m .4 p.m ., Sun. 2-5 p.m. Adults $4, children $2, students and seniors $3. Call for groups. 326 Whitney Ave., Albany, 31701
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Albany Museum of Art This museum houses 19th- and 20th-century American, European and sub-Saharan African art. Tue.-Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Adults $4, children and seniors $2. Free Thurs.
311 Meadowlark Dr., Albany, 31707 229-439-8400, albanymuseum.com c;;i WC o- T
Flint River Outpost Enjoy primitive campsites, canoe and kayak rentals and sales. Shuttle service for Flint River trips . Open Tue.-Sun. 9 a.m .-6 p.m . Call for fees.
11151 Old GA Hwy. 3, Albany, 31705 229-787-3004, fllntriveroutpost.com c;;iwc,
Flint RiverQuarium Visit this freshwater aquarium that tells the tale of Flint River and the mysterious bluehole spri ng s. Call for hours and groups. Adults $9, children $6.50, seniors $8.
101 Pine Ave., Albany, 31701 229-639-2650, 888- GOFLINT, flintriveraquarium.com [;;i WC o-~I
Jack Daniel's Garder, Patch Purchase fresh fruits and vegetables straight from the garden. Call for hours and fees .
409 Philema Rd ., Albany, 31701 229-420-0920, jackdanielsgardenpatch.com c;;i WC 6-o/l T
The Parks at Cheha Activities include the BM X Bike Track and Play Park, trails , picnicking, camping , a wild animal park and a train ride. Park open daily 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Call for fees.
105 Chehaw Park Rd., Albany, 31701 229-430-5277, parksatchehaw.org [;;iWC M IT
Thronateeska Hentdge Center Visit the History Museum, planetarium, the Discovery Center and the Model Train exhibit. Museum open Thurs .-5at. 12-4 p.m . Call for other hours and fees. Heritage Plaza, 100 W. Roosevelt Ave., Albany, 31701
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US 19 Dragway Home to NHRA-sanctioned drag racing. Call for schedule and fees. 1304 Williamsburg Rd. , Albany, 31705 229-431-0077, us19dragway.com [;;iWC M IT
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ARLINGTON
Quail Country Lodge and Conference Center This full-service hunting preserve provides a conference room, meals and wobble trap shooting. Daily 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Guided quail hunts Oct.-Mar. Call for hunts and fees.
1134 Quail Country Rd ., Arlington, 39813 229-725-4645, quailcountry.com c;;i WC o- 'IT
Still Pond Vineya ds Tour the winery and attend a tasting at the largest commercial vineyard in the state. Mon.-5at. 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Call ahead for meals, parties and fees .
1575 Still Pond Rd ., Arlington, 39813 229-792-6382, 800-475-1193, stillpond.com c;;i WC o-
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Calhoun Produce Find fresh fruits, vegetables, gift baskets, ice cream and lemonade. Mar.-Dec. Daily 8 a.m.-6 p.m. Guided tours available. Free.
5075 Hawpond Rd ., Ashburn, 31714 229-273-1887, calhounproduce.com [;;iWC M I
Crime and Punishment Museum a d La Mea Cafe Built in 1906. the Turner County Jail is on the National Register of Historic Places. Museum Tue.-Sat. 10 a.m .-5 p.m. Cafe Tue.-Sat. 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Call for fees.
241 E. College Ave., Ashburn, 31714
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Earl May Boa Bas n Park Hiking and nature trails run along the Flint River, linking campsites , a petting zoo, a steam locomotive and a performance theater. Daily. Call for camping fees.
601 Potter St., Bainbridge, 39819
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VISITOR RESOURCES
Look here for information on convention and visitors bureaus, chambers ofcommerce, state visitors centers and local welcome centers.
Adel Adel-Cook County Chamber of Commerce
Mon.-Fri. 8 a.m.-1 p.m., 2-6 p.m. 100 S. Hutchinson Ave., Adel, 31620 229-896-2281, adel-cookchamber.org l:ilWC c,.
Florida/Georgia Welcome Center Daily 8 a.m.-6 p.m. 1203 W. Fourth St., Adel, 31620 229-896-9742 l:il WC 6,.
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Albany Convention and Visitors Bureau and Welcome Center Mon.-Fri. 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m. 22S W. Broad Ave., Albany, 31701 229-434-8700, 800-47S-8700,
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Ashburn-Turner County Chamber of Commerce Mon.-Fri. 8:30 a.m.-12 p.m., 1-5 p.m. 238 E. College Ave., Ashburn, 31714 229-S67-9696, 800-471-9696, turnerchamber.com l:il WC 6,.
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Bainbridge-Decatur County Chamber of Commerce Mon.-Fri. 8 a.m.-5 p.m. 100 Boat Basin Cir., Bainbridge, 39817 229-246-4774, 800-243-4774,
bainbridgegachamber.com I l:il WC 6,.
Southwest Georgia Visitor Information Center Mon.-Sat. 8 a.m.-5 p.m.
101 Airport Rd ., Bainbridge, 39817 229-243-8555, bainbridgega.com l:il WC 6,.
Blakely Blakely-Early County Chamber of Commerce
Mon.-Fri. 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m. 52 Court Square, Blakely, 31723 229-723-3741, blakelyearlychamber.com l:ilWC c,.
Cairo Cairo-Grady County Chamber of Commerce Mon.-Fri. 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m. 961 N. Broad St., Cairo, 39828 229-377-3663, cairogachamber.com I l:il WC
C n ill~ Camilla Chamber of Commerce
Mon.-Fri. 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m. 212 E. Broad St., Camilla, 31730 229-336-S255, camillageorgia .com l:ilWC c,. T
Colquitt Colquitt-Miller County Chamber of Commerce Mon.-Fri. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. 302 E. College St., Colquitt, 39837 229-758-2400, colquitt-georgia.com l:ilWC c,.
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Southwest Georgia Chamber of Commerce Mon.-Fri. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. 201 N. Lumpkin St., Cuthbert, 39840 229-732-2683 I l:il WC 6,.
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Dawson-Terrell County Chamber of Commerce Mon.-Fri. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. 127 W. Lee St., Dawson, 31742 229-995- 2011, terrellcountychamberofcommerce.com l:ilWC c,.
Donal onville Donalsonville-Seminole County Chamber of Commerce Mon.-Fri. 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
104 Joseph Ave., Donalsonville, 39845 229-524-2588, donalsonvillega.com l:ilWC c,.
itzgerald Fitzgerald Area Convention and Visitors Bureau Mon.-Fri. 8 a.m.-5 p.m.
115 5. Main St., Fitzgerald, 31750 229-426-5033, 800-386-4642, fitzgeraldga .org I l:il WC 6,.
Fort Gaines Clay County Visitors Bureau and Information Center Mon.-Sat. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. 208 Hancock St., Fort Gaines, 31751 229-768-2248, fortgaines.com I l:il WC 6,.
Lake Park Lake Park Area Chamber of Commerce Mon.-Fri. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. 5208 Jewell Sutch Rd., Lake Park, 31636 229-559-5302 I l:il c,.
Lakeland Lakeland-Lanier County Chamber of Commerce Mon.-Thurs. 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
112 Main St., Lakeland, 31635
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Lee County Chamber of Commerce Mon.-Thurs. 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m ., Fri. 8:30 a.m .-4 p.m.
100-B Starksville Ave., Leesburg, 31763 229-759-2422, 866-304-9237,
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Fi ehouse Center and Gallery This center contains an original jail, a museum and ex hibition space. Mon.-Fri. 12-4 p.m ., Sat.-Sun. 1-5 p.m. during exhibits. Free.
119 W. Water St., Bainbridge, 39817
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BLAKELY
Cypress Springs Wildlife Retreat The land between the Chattahoochee and Flint rivers is teeming with abundant wildlife-deer ducks, doves, quail and other small game. Call for hours. Free.
GA Hwy. 200, Blakely, 39837
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Kolomoki Mounds State Historic Park Enjoy the seven mounds built from A.D. 2S0950, a Native American museum, boat rentals, and outdoor fun . Daily 7 a.m.10 p.m. Museum 8 a.m.-S p.m . Call for fees. $3 parking.
Si x miles north of Blakely off US Hwy. 27 229-724-2150, 800-864-7275,
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CAIRO
Cairo Antique Automobile Museum See antique cars, bicycles, motorcycles and memorabilia on ex hibit. Call for hours and fees.
1125 US Hwy. 84 E., Ca iro, 39828
229 -377-3911 , mrchick.com I l:il WC 6,. o/1T
Dogwood Hunting Preserve Dogwood Hunting Preserve offers guided bird hunts, including quail, pheasant and dove. Deer hunts also available upon request . Call for hours and fees.
376 Gra iney Rd ., Cairo, 31728 229-872-3672
CAMILLA
Covey Rise Plantation Fly-fishing ex peditions on the Flint River, as well as quail hunting, licensing, lodging and guides.
3929 River Rd ., Camilla , 31730
229-294-3143, coveyri se.com I l:il WC 6,.
CECIL
South Georgia Motorsports Park This park near Valdosta features a full schedu le of dragway and speedway racing. Call for schedule and fees. 2521 US Hwy. 41 N., Cecil , 31627
229-896 -7000, sgmpracing.com I l:il WC o/1
COLQUITT
Colquitt Museum of Southern Culture Historic exhibits and memorabilia. Housed in Cotton Hall, the restored cotton warehouse where Swamp Gravy, Georgia's official folklife play, is performed. 166 E. Main St. , Colqu itt, 39837
229-758-6686
Millennium Murals The town 's visual narrative. "We've Got a Story to Tell ," is composed of 11 murals painted by artists from all over the U.S.
Town Square and throughout town, 39837 229-758-2400, colquitt-georgia.com
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Moultrie Moultrie-Colquitt County Chamber of Commerce Mon.-Fri. 8 a.m.-5 p.m. 116 First Ave. SE, Moultrie, 31768 229-985-2131, 888-40-VISIT,
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N shvi le Berrien County Chamber of Commerce Mon.-Fri. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. 201 N. Jefferson St., Nashville, 31639 229-686-5123, berrienchamber.com [;lWC e-
Pelham Pelham Chamber of Commerce Mon.-Fri. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. 119 E. Railroad St., Pelham, 31779 229-294-4924, pelhamchamberonline.com I [;l WC 6-
Swamp Gravy We've got a story to tell! Swamp Gravy is a a blend of comedy, drama and music that transforms Southern life into unforgettable theater. Performances yearly spring and fall.
Cotton Hall, 166 E. Main St., Colquitt, 39837 229-758-5450, swampgravy.com
CUTHBERT
Cuthbert boasts a large collection of Victorian houses and is home to Fletcher Henderson Jr., an African-American leader in the jazz and swing movement.
DONALSONVILLE
Donalsonville Murals Local artist Earl Burke depicts the town history in two murals. "The Local Depot" can be found on Lions Hall, and "Farming of Yesterday" on Seminole Auto Parts.
105 S. Tennille and S. W iley sts., Donalsonville, 39845 229-S24-2588, donalsonvillega.com
Seminole State Park This park offers boating, fishing, birdwatching, camping, cottages, a ~wimming beach, a nature trail, canoe ancJ boat rental and more. Daily 7 a.m.-10 p.m. $3 parking.
7870 State Park Dr., Donalsonville, 39845 229-861-3137, 800-864-7275,
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FITZGERALD
Ben Hill County LandingOcmulgee River Fishing, camping, barbecue pits, picnic area, playground, boat ramp and bait shop are available here. Daily 24 hours. Camping $5 per tent, $15 per trailer each night.
Mobley Bluff Rd., Fitzgerald, 31750
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Quitman-Brooks County Chamber of Commerce Mon.-Fri. 8:30 a.m.- 5 p.m. 900 E. Screven St., Quitman, 31643 229-263-4841 , quitmangeorgia.org I [;l WC
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Worth County-Sylvester Chamber of Commerce Mon.-Fri. 8 a.m.-5 p.m. 301 E. Franklin St., Sylvester, 31791 229-776-7718, sylvesterga.org I [;l WC 6-
T omas ille
Thomasville/Thomas County Visitors Center Mon.-Fri. 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Sat. 10 a.m.-3 p.m.
401 S. Broad St., Thomasville, 31792 229-228-7977, 866-577-3600,
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Tifton
Tifton-Tift County Chamber of Commerce Mon.-Fri. 8 :30 a.m .-5 p.m . 100 N. Central Ave., Tifton, 31794 229-382-6200, 800-SS0-8438, t iftonchamber.org [;l WC 6-
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\I Center-Valdosta Daily 8:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m., restrooms 24 hours. 5584 Mill Store Rd., Lake Park, 31636 229-559-5828, georgia.org [;l WC 6-
Valdosta-Lowndes County Conference Center and Tourism Authority Mon.-Fri. 8 a.m.-5 p.m.
One Meeting Pl., Valdosta, 31601 229-245-0513, 800-569-TOUR,
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Blue and Gray Museum Learn the history of Fitzgerald and see a rare collection of battle relics and mementos. Tue.-Sat. 10 a.m .-4 p.m., Sun. 1-5 p.m. Adults $3, children $1. Call for events.
116 N. Johnston St., Fitzgerald, 31750
' 229-426-5069, 229-426-5033,
800-386-4642, fitzgeraldga.org I [;l WC
Bowens Mill Fish Hatchery Tours of this state fish hatchery include bluegill, red-ear sunfish, channel catfish and largemouth bass. Mon.-Fri. 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Guided tours by reservation. Free.
1773 Bowens Mill Hwy. (US Hwy. 129),
' Fitzgerald, 31750
229-426-5272, fitzgeraldga.org I [;l WC
Colony Art Gallery This exhibit hall for area artists includes folk art and crafts, pottery, oils, watercolors and stained glass. Mon.-Tue., Thurs.-Fri. 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Sat. by reservation. Donations accepted. 126 E. Pine St., Fitzgerald, 31750 229-426-5035, fitzgeraldga.org I [;l WC 6-
Ellis T Paulk Park An expansive wooded area with a nature tra il and 35 campsites surrounds this 18acre lake with boat ramp. Daily 24 hours. Call for camping fees.
Perry House Rd., Fitzgerald, 31750
229-426-5050, fitzgeraldga .org I [;l WC 6- T
Evergreen Cemetery The burial site of the oldest Confederate veteran in Georgia, General Sherman's drummer boy and other Civil War legends. Daily 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Self-guided tours . Benjam in Hill Dr. E., Fit zgerald, 31750
' 229-426-5033, 800-386-4642,
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Fitzgerald Architectural Treasures Tour Self-guided driving tour of one of Georgia's most fascinating cities. The architecture represents the diversity of the settlers who built this community in 1895.
115 S. Main St., Fitzgerald, 31750 229-426 -5033, fitzgeraldga.org
Fitzgerald Fire Engine Museum Find a collection of equipment dating to 1895, including a horse-drawn fire apparatus and the town's first gasoline engine. Daily 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Free.
' 315 E. Pine St., Fitzgerald, 31750
229-426-5030, fitzgeraldga.org I [;l WC
Fitzgerald Grand Theatre This restored movie theater of the 1930s is a performance theater with 846 seats, an orchestra pit and movie projection system with silver screen. Free tours.
115 South Main St., Fitzgerald, 31750 229-426-5090, 800-386-4642, f i t z g e r a l d g a .org
Jefferson Davis Memorial State Historic Site Visit the site where the President of the Confederate States of America, Jefferson Davis, was captured in May 1865. This 13-acre historic site has a museum and trails. $1.75-$3.
338 Jeff Davis Park Rd ., Fitzgerald, 31750 229-831-2335, gastateparks.org
Po Boy Opry Bring a fiddle, guitar or other instrument and play with local musicians onstage. Gospel and country are the specialties. Open Sat. 6 p.m.-12 a.m. Free. 21 7 E. Pine St., Fitzgerald, 31750
229-426-5060, 800-386-4642,
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FORT GAINES
Coleman Opera House and Museum This 1880 entertainment hall now showcases artifacts and memorabilia of the Fort Gaines area. By reservation only. Free.
Commerce St., Fort Ga ines, 39851
229-768-2248, fortgaines.com I [;l WC 6-
Fort Gaines Self-Guided Walking Tour Audio guides and free brochures available at Clay County Library and George T. Bagby State Park.
Cl ay County Libra ry, 208 Hancock St., Fort Gaines, 39851 229-768-2248, fortgaines.com
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ALBANY
flint Riveru~rium
Showcasing Southwest Georgia's unique underwater world in a way you 've never see n before, including a 175 , 000 gallon blue hole spring, high - tech, interactive exhibits and more . Adven ture Center
features big scree n Imagination Th eate r and ch a nging exhibi ts .
229- 639 - 2650 www.flintriverquarium .com.
Imagine traveling to the depths of underwater
springs without ever getting wet! Want to get close to
nature and observe animals in their natural habitats?
Learn more about Native American and African -American history asyou experience our heritage through our museums and attractions!
Alb~ny Are~ Arts C~uncil
_ H oused in 1he historic circa 1906 Carnegie Library, and li sted
on the National Register of H istoric Places, fea tures
seminars/ workshops. festivals. bi - monthly arts calendar.
regional artist exhibits, tours. children's programs and more.
229 -439 - ~787
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One of two AZA accredited zoos in Georgia. Covering more than 800 acres, Chehaw offers picnic pavilions, RV campgrounds, nature trails, and a conference center for special events.
229- 430- 5275 www.parksatchehaw.org
Hilt~m G~rclen Inn
12'2 rooms. over 13,000 square feet of meeting and catering space. Opened August. 2005. Located on the Flint River within
walking distance to the Flint RiveiQuarium. Free internet and on -site restaurant. Contact Robyn Rojek,
229 -878 -4861 or robyn_rnjek@hilton.com. www.albany.stayhgi.com
The d~mes~n Inn
Enjoy Southern Elegance at its finest! We offer deluxe continental breakfast. USA Today newspaper. free local calls. free wirele~s high speed internet access in all of our rooms as we ll as an internet workstation in the lobby for your convenience! 229-435-3737 \s\'\VW.ja meson inns. com
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Frontier Village Located on a spectacular bluff above the Chattahoochee River, this site served as a frontier fort in 1814 and an Indian fort in 1836. Daily. Free. Bluff St., Fort Gaines, 39851
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George T. Bagby State Park and Lodge This resort-style park on Lake Walter F. George features a lodge, an award-winning golf course, a marina, cottages, boat rental and hiking. 7 a.m.-10 p.m. Call for fees. $3 p arki ng. Four miles north of Fort Gaines, off GA Hwy. 39 229-768-2571, 800-864-7275, gastateparks.org I C;;l WC 6' I Y
Lake Walter F. George/U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Visitors Center Boat ing, fishi ng, skiing and camping . Visitors center open Mon.-Fri. 8 a.m.4:30 p.m., Sat.-Sun. 9:30 a.m.-6 p.m. Weekends d uri ng sum m er. Call for tou rs. Free. Off GA Hwy. 39, Fort Gaines, 39851 229-768-2516, 866-772-9542, sam .usace.army.mil/op/rec/wfg I C;;l WC 6'
Outpost Replica The outpost, reconstructed between 1816 and 1830, was initially used to protect settlers from Creek and Seminole Indian att acks. Da ily. Free. Commerce St., Fort Gaines, 398S1
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Pine Ridge Hunting Plantation It provides the ultimate hunting experience on 3,000 acres of planted pi nes, hardwood bottoms and farmland. Daily 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Call for fees. 1951 Edison Hwy., Fort Gaines, 39851 229-768-2110, pineridgehunting.com C;;l WC 6' IT
Did You Know...
At the time of its highe t development, from A.D. 350-600, Kolom.oki m.ay have been one of the most populous settlements north of Mexico. The seven mounds now standing there each served a different function in the community.
Suttons Corner 1844 Frontier Store Museum Endorsed by museum curators as one-of-a kind in Ame rica, this front ier store is rated among the top five U.S. heritage museums. See more than 4,000 authentic and original art ifacts. Call for hours. Free. 115 Washington St., Fort Gaines, 39851
229-768-2312, suttonscorner.org I C;;l
GEORGETOWN
River Bluff at Lake Walter F. George This is where big fish stories come true. Lakegoers can enjoy skiing and other water sports. Coves and waterfalls provide space for quiet reflection . Daily. Call for fees. Off GA Hwy. 82, Georgetown, 39854 229-768-2S16, sam .usace.army.mil/op/
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HAHIRA
Hahira Honeybee Festival Over 25 years strong! Held the first week in October and hosts arts, crafts, pageants and parades all week. Still thought of as one of the best festivals in the Southeast. hahira .g a .u s / h o n e y b e e .h t m
LAKELAND
Banks Lake National Wildlife Refuge Established in 1985, Banks Lake has more than 4,000 acres of freshwater wetland made up of open wate r, marsh, hardwood swamp and uplands. Free entrance. US Hwy. 221, Lakeland , 31635, 229-482-3453, home.earthlink.net/
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Milltown Murals Twenty-three murals in the downtown area depict scenes of Milltown in 1925, the year this community was renamed Lakeland. Maps available at the Chamber of Commerce. Main, Center, Murrell sts . and Valdosta Hwy., Lakeland, 31635 229-482-9755
Robert Simpson Nature Trail The trail area is a pristine environment with abundant plant life, natural bogs and fishing opportunities on Lake Irma . Dai ly dawndusk. Free. N. Temple St., Lakeland , 31635
229-482-97SS I c;;i
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Sumner Pecan Groves In 1916, V.B. Goodwin began planting pecan trees on this family farm. Today, visit these same orchards and buy pecans. Daily Nov.Feb. Call for hou rs. 416 N. Broad St., Lenox, 31637 229-546-4322, 800-647-0811, sumnerpecans.com I C;;l WC
MORRIS
Clay Hill Hunting Hunt deer, wild hog, turkey, dove or quail at this preserve. Call for hours and fees. 728 Days Ave., Morris, 39867 229-768-2820, clayhillhunting .com I C;;l WC
MOULTRIE
Colquitt County Arts Center Art exhibits, local theater performances and other arts programs are offered throughout the year. Mon.-Thurs. 9 a.m.5 p.m., Fri. 9 a.m .-3 p. m. Free. 401 Seventh Ave., Moultrie, 31768 229-985-1922, colquittcountyarts.com C;;l WC 6' Y
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Ellen Payne Odom Genealogy Library This w ing of the county library has information on the U.S.'s migration routes and is the main repository for Scottish clans. Mon.-Sat. 8:30 a.m.-5 :30 p.m . Free. 204 Fifth St., Moultrie, 31768 229-985-6540, electricscotland.com [;;l WC 6'
Museum of Colquitt County History An overview of the area's history, from rare Native-American artifacts to Desert Storm memorabilia. Fri.-Sat. 10 a.m .-5 p.m., Sun. 2-5 p.m ., or by appt. Call for tours. Free.
Fourth Ave. and Fifth St., Moultrie, 31776
229-890-1626, colquittmuseum.org I [;;l WC 6'
PARROTT
Sound Play, Inc. Tour the workshop and play drums shaped like alligators, metallophones and other unusual outdoor musical instruments. Daily 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Guided tours available. Free.
108 Railroad St., Parrott, 39877
229 -623-5545, soundplay.com I [;;l WC
SASSER
Mark's Melon Patch Fi nd gourds, cantaloupes and watermelons, pl us Vida lia onions, butter beans and other fresh produce. Hayrides are offered at Halloween. Daily 8 a.m.-7 p.m.
8580 Albany Hwy. (US Hwy. 82), Sasser, 31742
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THOMASVILLE
Birdsong Nature Center Lush fie lds, forest s and swamps provide a haven for birds and other wildlife. Wed .. Fri., Sat. 9 a.m.-5 p.m ., Sun. 1-5 p.m. Guided tours avai lab le. Adults $5, children $2.50.
2106 Meridian Rd ., Thomasville, 31792 229-377-4408, 800-953-BIRD
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Lapham-Patterson House Historic Site This Victorian home has period furnishings, Oriental-style porch decorations and a cantilevered balcony. Tue-Sat. 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Sun. 2- 5:30 p.m. Guided tours on the hour. $1 .75-$3 .
626 N. Dawson St., Thomasville, 31792
229 -225-4004, gastafeparks.org I [;;l WC
Melhana, The Grand Plantation This 1820s plantation includes a t heater that hosted one of the first screenings of Gone With the Wind. It is a full-service luxury property. Call ahead for guided tour.
301 Showboat Ln ., Thomasville, 31792 229-226-2290, 888-920-3030, melhana.com I [;;l WC 6' fl T
Myrtlewood Hunting Plantation Myrtlewood boasts a five-stand compact course with fishing lakes, quail and whitetailed deer hunting. Office open Mon.-Fri. 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Call for fees .
Lower Cairo Rd ., Thomasville, 31792 229-228-6232, myrtlewoodplantation.com
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Pebble Hill Plantation The 3,000 -acre estate is a plantation developed in the early 1900s by wealthy Northerners. Call for hours and fees. Children under 6 not allowed in main house.
1251 US Hwy. 319 S., Thomasville, 31792
229-226-2344, pebblehill.com I [;;l WC 6' T
Sweet Grass Dairy Visit this working dairy farm and producer of goat and cow cheese. Group tours available by reservation only. Mon.-Fri. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Ca ll for fees.
1963S US Hwy. 19 N., Thomasville, 31792 229-227-0752, sweetgrassdairy.com [;;l WC 6'
Thomas County Museum of History Learn about the earliest settlers of the county, the cost of the Civil War and the Victoria n Resort Era in five historic buildings. Ca ll for hours. Adults $5, under 18 $1. 725 N. Dawson St., Thomasville, 31792
229-226-7664, rose.net/- history/ I [;;l WC 6'
Thomasville Black Heritage Trail Tour Take a self-g uided tour, with pictures and a clear map, of historical sites significant to Thomasvil le's African -American history. Booklets available at the Visitors Center.
401 S. Broad St., Thomasville, 31792 229-228-7977, 866-577-3600 thomasvillega .com/black_history.htm
Thomasville Cultural Center The center houses regional and national art. and performances are staged in the auditorium . Gal lery hours Mon.-Fri. 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Sat. 1-5 p. m. Call for guided tours. Free.
600 E. Washington St., Thomasville, 31792
229-226-0588, tccarts.org I [;;l WC 6' T
Thomasville Genealogical, History and Fine Arts Library Find family histories, marriage and death records, war records, state and county histories and census records. Mon.-Fri. 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Sat. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Free.
135 N. Broad St ., Thomasville, 31792 229-226-9640, home.rose.net/- glibrary [;;lWC 6'
Sweet Grass Dairy's cheese, Thomasville Thomasville Rose Garden This handsome garden features more than 500 prize rosebushes. Free. Smith Ave. and Covington Dr. , Thomasville, 31792 229-227-7099, 866-577-3600,
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TIFTON
Atlantic Coastline Artists Gallery Rotating year-round exhibits display the work of regional visual artists. Tours by reservation. Call for hours. Free. 119 Love Ave., Tifton, 31794 229-386-0216, 229-382-5589 I [;;l WC 6' Coastal Plain Experiment Station The University of Georgia at Tifton's agricultural research center is dedicated to fostering improved ways to prod uce food and fiber. Mon.-Fri. 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m . Free.
2356 Rainwater Rd., Tifton, 31793
229-386-3811, tifton .uga.edu I [;;l WC 6'
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State Park r, l o d g e . 229-768-2571
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Coastal Plain Research Arboretum The arboretum encompasses 38 acres of forest and wetlands and provides a living resource for researc h and education. Daily. Guided tours by reservation . Free. S. Entomology Dr., Tifton, 31794 229-386-3811 , http://nespal.org/ native ~WC b. Fulwood Garden Center This fine early-1900s home and accompanying garden were restored for use by the Tifton Garden Clubs and the community. Mon.-Fri. 9 a.m.-12 p.m. Tours by reservation. 802 W. 12th St., Tifton, 31794
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Georgia Agrirama Costumed guides host exhibits at this 19thcentury living-history museum that includes two working farmsteads, a cotton gin, and a Masonic lodge. Call for hours and fees. 1392 Whiddon Mill Rd., Tifton, 31794 229-386-3344, 800-767-1875,
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Magnolia Tree Park Park visitors will be dwarfed by the secondlargest magnolia tree in the U.S. The tree is more than 400 years old and has a crown spread of 105 feet. Magnolia Industr ial Park Dr., Tifton, 31794 229-386-0216 NESPAL This facil ity is staffed by scientists who develop systems for environmentally and economically sound agriculture production. Call for tours. Mon.-Fri. 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Free. 2356 Rainwater Rd., Tifton, 31794 229-386-7274, 229-386-3811, nespal.org ~WC b.
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Tifton is known as the "Reading Capital of the World." Residents can tally Accelerated Reader points by taking tests on all books read, and have even held competitions, cheered on by mascot "Ricki Reader."When challenged by other towns for the title, Tifton has emerged victorious .
Paradise Public Fishing Area This area has 60 lakes and ponds to choose from. Fishing license and wildlife management license required. Daily sunrise-sunset. Call for fees. 15 min. east of Tifton, Broo kfield, 31749
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Tifton Museum of Arts and Heritage Visitors may view quarterly art exhibits and tour the 1900s Romanesque brick church, featuring exquisite stained-glass windows. Call for hours. Tours by reservation. Free. 255 Love Ave., Tifton, 31794
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Tift Theater for the Performing Arts Operating since 1937, the Tift Theater is on the National Register of Historic Places. Its Art Deco style is enhanced by glass facades. Call for tours, schedule and fees. 318 Main St., Tifton, 31794
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Downtown Valdosta
VALDOSTA
Annette Howell Turner Center for the Arts Housed in a converted bank, the gallery represents work of international, national and local visual artists. Call for hours and guided tours. Donations accepted. 527 N. Patterson St., Valdosta, 31601 229-247-2787, t urnercenter.org I ~ WC b. Y
Barber-Pittman House This stylish neoclassical residence was built in 1915 for E. R. Barber, inventor and local Coca-Cola bottler. Mon.-Fri. 8:30 a.m.5 p.m. Free. 416 N. A shley St., Valdosta, 31603 229-247-8100, valdostachamber.com ~WC b.
Crescent House Built in 1898 by U.S. Senator William Stanley, it got its name from the distinctive semi-circular portico design. Guided tours Mon.-Fri. 2-5 p.m . Call for groups. 904 N. Patterson St., Valdosta, 31601
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Lowndes County Historical Society and Museum Exhibits display artifacts from early Lowndes County families. Mon.-Fri. 10 a.m .5 p.m., Sat. 10 a.m .-2 p.m. Guided tours by reservation. Free. 305 W. Central Ave., Valdosta, 31601 229-247-4780, valdostamuseum.org ~WC b. Y
Peach State Summer Theatre Peach State Summer Theatre is the official musical theater for the state of Georgia. Enjoy Broadway-style musicals during summer. Valdosta State University Fine Arts Bldg., Valdosta, 31698 229-259-7770, va ldosta.edu/ psst
Wild Adventures Visit exotic animals on the Safari Train Ride. Enjoy nine roller coasters, the Go-Kart Raceway and Splash Island water park. Call for hours and fees. Group rates available. 3766 Old Clyattvi lle Rd ., Valdosta, 31601 22 9-219-7080, 800-808-0872, wildadventures. net I ~ WC b. fl T
TRAVEL SERVICES
Bebo's Tours Inc Guided and step-on historic tours. Call for hours and fees . P.O. Box 843, Valdosta, 31603 229 -24 4 -4850
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229-776-9700
The Worth Inn 905 E. Franklin St.
229-776-7777
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229-226-4666
Jameson Inn 1670 Remington Ave.
229-227-9500
Quality Inn & Suites Conf. Center 15138 US Hwy. 19 S.
229-225-2134
Thomasville Inn 15211 US Hwy. 19 S.
229-227-1111
Western Motel 16309 US Hwy 19 N.
229-228-0800
Courtyard by Marriott 814 W. Seventh St.
229-388-0803
Days Inn & Suites 1199 US Hwy. 82 W.
229-382-8505
Econo Lodge 1025 W. Second St.
229-382-0280
Fairfield Inn & Suites 806 W. Seventh St.
229-387-8288
Hampton Inn 720 US Hwy. 319 S.
229-382-8800
Holiday Inn 1208 US Hwy. 82 W.
229-382-6687
Masters Inn 901 W. Seventh St.
229-382-8100
Mlcrotel Inn & Suites 196 S. Virg inia Ave.
229-387-0112
Motel 6 579 Old Omega Rd.
229-388-8777
Quality Inn 1104 King Rd.
229-382-4410
Ramada Limited 1211 US Hwy. 82 W.
229-382-BSOO
Rodeway Inn 1409 US Hwy. 82 W.
229-386-23SO
Super 8 Motel 1022 W. Second St.
229-382-9500
Travelodge - Tifton 1103 King Rd.
229-382-0395
Ashley Oaks Mot el 1610 N. Ashley St.
229-242-6340
Azalea Inn 1311 St. Augustine Rd.
229-253-9300
Best Western, King of the Road 1403 N. St. Augustine Rd. 229-244-7600
Big 7 1818 W. Hill Ave.
229-242-0789
Briarwood Motel 1934 Briarwood Rd.
229-242-4205
Budget Inn 218 W. Hill Ave.
229-242-1240
Comfort Inn 2101 W. Hill Ave.
229-242-1212
Comfort Inn Conference Center 2101 W. Hill Ave
229-242-1212
Country Inn & Suites 1308 N. St. Augustine Rd .
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Courtyard by Marriott, Valdosta 1564 Baytree Rd.
229-241-1301
Days Inn 4598 N. Valdosta Rd.
229-244-4460
Days Inn 1827 W. Hill Ave.
229-249-8800
Econo Lodge 3022 James Rd.
229-671-1511
Extended Stay Hotel 1558 Baytree Rd.
229-293-9111
Guesthouse International Inn 1828 W. Hill Ave.
229-244-7711
Hampton Inn 1705 Gornto Rd.
229-244-8800
Hampton Inn & Suites 2 Meeting Place Dr.
229-241-1234
Holiday Inn 1309 St. Augustine Rd.
229-242-3881
Howard Johnson Express Inn 1330 St. Augustine Rd.
229-249-8900
How~rd Johnson Express Inn 2811 N. Ashley St.
229-242-2777
Jameson Inn 1725 Gornto Rd .
229-253-0009
Jolly Inn 1701 Ellis Dr.
229-244-9500
Knights Inn - Valdosta 2110 West Hill Ave.
229-247-2440
La Quinta Inn & Suites 1800 Clubhouse Dr.
229-247-7755
Motel 6 2003 W. Hill Ave.
229-333-0047
Quality Inn North 1209 St. Augustine Rd.
229-244-8510
Quality Inn South 1902 W. Hill Ave.
229-244-4520
Ramada Limited 2008 W. Hill Ave.
229-242-1225
Scottish Inn 1114 St. Augustine Rd .
229-244-7900
Sleep Inn & Suites 3026 James Rd.
229-671-1111
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229-293-9111
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229-249-8000
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229-242-4664
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Tarrer Inn 155 S. Cuthbert St.
229-758-2888
Dorminy-Massee House Bed & Breakfast Inn 516 W. Central Ave.
229-423-3123
Sutllve House Bed & Breakfast 204 5. Washington St. 229-768-3546
Barber-Tucker House 704 Third St. S.W.
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1854 Wright House Bed & Breakfast 415 Fletcher St.
229-225-9922
1884 Paxton House Inn 445 Remington Ave.
229-226-5197
Dawson Street Inn 324 N. Dawson St.
229-226-7515
Evans House Bed & Breakfast 725 5. Hansell St.
912-226-1343
The Magnolia Leaf Bed & Breakfast 501 E. Washington St. 229-226-4499
Melhana, The Grand Plantation 301 Showboat Ln.
229-226-2290
Mitchell-Young-Anderson House 319 Oak St.
229-226-3463
Serendipity Cottage Bed & Breakfast 339 E. Jefferson St. 229-226-8111
Southwoods Bobwhite Bed & Breakfast 8025 US Hwy. 19 5. 229-226-0170
Hummingbird's Perch Bed & Breakfast 305 Adams Rd. 229-382-5431
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Partridge Pea Plantation 880 Tallahassee Rd.
229-343-2580
The Parks at Chehaw 105 Chehaw Park Rd.
229-430-5277
The Place To Be RV Park 801 W. Shotwell St.
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Wlngate's 139 Wingate Rd.
229-246-0658
Kolomokl Mounds State Park 205 Indian Mounds Rd .
229-724-2150
Spring Creek Recreation & RV Park US Hwy. 27
229-758-2400
Seminole State Park 7870 State Park Dr.
229-861-3137
Ellis T. Paulk Park Perry House Rd.
229-426-5050
Cotton HIii Campground Lake Walter F. George
229-768-3061
George T. Bagby State Park & Lodge 330 Bagby Pkwy.
229-768-2571
Pine Ridge Hunting Plantation 1951 Edison Hwy.
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RV Resort 5465 Mill Store Rd.
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Clay HIii Hunting 728 Days Ave.
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Ashburn HIii Hunting Plantation 1172 Lower Meigs Rd.
229-985-5069
Boggy Pond Plantation 1084 Lanier Rd.
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Quallrldge Plantation 3281 Moye Rd.
229-891-3201
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Columbus River Walk, Columbus
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to aid the poor and put thousands ofAmericans to work during the Depression, and tour the farm and the town where a youngJimmy Carter learned the principles that would lead him to produce an outstanding legacy ofsocial work. The Presidential Pathways region, with its breathtakingly varied landscapes and diverse communities, certainly lives up to its name.
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Happy Trails
Perhaps the area's most unique natural feature is Providence Canyon, known as Georgia 's " Little Grand Canyon ." At thi s 1,003-acre state conservation park, hikers can skirt the canyon's rim or delve deeper into the wilderness on backcountry trails and get a view of rare plants and stunning soil colorations. Campsites and cabins are also available at nearby Florence Marina State Park on the northern end of Lake Walter F. George, a great fishing and boating destination. Visitors can also hike the 23-mile Pine Mountain trail at F. D. Roosevelt State Park and enjoy the same sweeping ridge-top views and crystal-clear streams beloved by FDR.
Discover Columbus
A vibrant downtown and rich history make Columbus a great city to explore. Stroll along cobblestone streets
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beneath venerable oaks and enjoy block after block of beautiful historic houses. Follow the Black Heritage Trail to sites such as the Liberty Theatre and the foundations of a Horace King bridge. Catch a show at the gloriously restored Springer Opera House and soak in the opulence of this extravagant 19th-century landmark. Discover something new at the Coca-Cola Space Science Center and view timeless pieces of art the Columbus Museum. The National Infantry Museum and the Port Columbus National Civil War
Springer Opera House, Columbus
Andersonville National Historic Site and National Prisoner of War Museum
Andersonville National Historic Site preserves the history of Camp Sumter, one of the Confederacy's largest m ilitary prisons. Built in 1864, the camp was only operated for 14 months but held more than 45,000 Union sold iers in that
time, and nea rly 13,000 of them d ied because of malnutrition, exposure, d isease and poor
Naval Museum enthrall history buffs, and the RiverCenter for the Performing Arts showcases excit ing international and loca l acts. Mea nder down the Chattahoochee Riverwalk for great views of the river, the city and wi ldlife.
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Once the eighth largest city in Georgia, Americus has retained a largely intact historic commercial district t hat hints at the town 's bustling past. The most prominent landmark is the meticulous ly rehabilitated Windsor Hotel, a sprawling Victorian gem with towers, balconies and a threestory atrium that hosted elegant balls for a sophisticated cliente le. Every room at the Windsor is different, and today it is once again a dazzling resort complete with a spa, lu xurious dining and live entertainment. The town is also the birthplace and headquarters of Habitat for Humanity International. Visit Habitat's Global Village and Discovery Center and see replica s of houses built al l over the world.
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sanitation. Visitors may tour the site of the camp, the cemetery and the memorials dedicated by different states. Andersonville serves as a national memorial to all American prisoners of war and brings to life their experiences at the National Prisoner of War Museum through oral recordings, letters, films and artifacts.
Get Away at Callaway
Another family legacy is the renowned Callaway Gardens in Pine Mountain. Virginia Hand Callaway, an avid horticultura list, was instrumental in assisting her husband, Cason, to design the original gardens and bring their development to fruition. Opened to the pub lic in 1952, t he 13,000 acres stil l dazzle visitors today with magnificent banks of azaleas, a butterfly conservatory, birds of prey shows, resort-style lodging, championship golf courses and sparkling lakes.
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Warm Springs and the Little White House
Just as Franklin D. Roosevelt certainly left a lasting legacy in the town of Warm Springs, the town and its people also made a profound impression on FDR. Roosevelt 's personal experiences at the Little White House, and his interactions with the people eking out a living across the rural countryside of Western Georgia tremendously influenced his politi cal deci sions as president during a criti cal time in Amer ica 's history. This lead to some of the most innovative employment tactics of the Depression. The Little White House provides informative, colorful, and sometimes heart-wrenching insights into the man and his legacy. Here you can view a short film narrated by Walter Cronkite, describing one of the most tumultuous periods in American history. Tour the serene Little White House, wander the lush gardens, and visit the nearby pools where FDR found therapy for body and soul.
Jimmy Carter's Plains
The Jimmy Carter National Historic Site welcomes visitors to the former Plains High School, the building where Jimmy and wife Rosalynn received their elementary and high school educations. The rel-/abilitated building houses a museum highlighting different chapters and influences in the Carters' lives. Carter used the town 's oldest building, the 1888 depot, as his 1976 presidential campaign headquarters, and today it showcases memorabilia, political strategies and artifacts from that period. Carter's Boyhood Home and Farm, two miles away in Archery, sits on 15 of its original 360 acres and allows visitors a chance to tour the property and listen to recorded narrations by Carter.
A Trip Down the Tracks
One of the most unique ways to tour th e region is aboard the SAM Shortline Excursion Train . The train runs between Cordele and Archery, and pa ssengers may board at several
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DidYou Know...
The city of Columbus, once a Creek Indian village, was established in 1828 as a trading po t for the westernn1ost edge of Georgia and is known as the "last frontier town" in Georgia. It is one of the few An1erican cities that were physically planned before their actual founding.
stations along the way. Po ints of interest include the towns of Cordele, Leslie, Americus, Plains and Archery, which offer Southern dining, shopping and sightseeing opportunities. A stop at Georgia Veterans State Park features Lake Blackshear, a full-service marina, resort accommodations, championship golf and, of course, plenty of trails for hiking and naturewatching . The SAM Shortline offers a va riety of different runs throughout the year, including special excursions .
Hills and Dales, LaGrange
Hills and Dales
The Neel Reid and Hal Hentz-designed masterpiece, Hills and Dales, is the extraordinary LaGrange home of Fuller E. Callaway Sr. and his wife Ida. Completed in 1916 on the site of the old Ferrell house, the mansion overlooks the formal boxwood gardens begun by Nancy and Sarah Ferre ll in the mid-1800s. Generations of the Callaways expanded and elaborated on the original gardens, and most recently, the entire estate was donated to the Fuller E. Callaway Foundation for enjoyment by the public.
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Village of poverty housing plus 15 worldwide Habita t for Humanity homes. Self-guided tours Mon.- Fri. 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Sat. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. (Mar.-Nov.) Call for groups, holiday sched ul es. 721 W. Church St., Americus, 31709
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Koinonia Farms
A b lueberry patch and pecan orchards surround the birthplace of Habitat for Humanity and the Prison and Jail Project. Mon.-Fri. 8 a.m.-5 p.m., Sat. by reservation . 1324 GA Hwy. 49 S., Americus, 31709 229-924-0391, 877-738-1741,
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Rylander Theatre
Live performances, organ concerts, movies and other special events can be seen here. Mon.-Fri. 11 a.m.-4 p.fn . Guided tours available. Call for fees. 310 W. Lamar St ., Americus, 31709
229-931 -0001, rylander.org I ~ WC 6. I
ANDERSONVILLE
Andersonville Civil War Village
See the controversial Wirz Monument, built in memory of Henry Wirz, who was convicted and hanged by the U.S. government. Daily 9 a.m.-5 p.m . Call for tours. Free. 114 Church St., Andersonville, 31711
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Andersonville National Historic Site
Visit the Andersonville National Cemetery, the National Prisoner of War Museum and the stockade where 40,000 prisoners of war were held. Daily 8:30 a.m .-5 p.m . Free. 496 Cemetery Rd., Andersonville, 31711
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Drummer Boy Civil War Museum
Exhibits at this museum include Civil War uniforms, guns, swords, documents and photographs. Tue.-Sun. 1-5 p.m. Adults $2, children $1. 109 Church St., Andersonville, 31711 229-924-2558,
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BUENA VISTA
Pasaquan See a prem ier outdoor art site built by the son of a local sharecropper who created mixed -media structures. Open first Sat. each month. $5. Groups by appt. Eddie Martin Rd., off GA Hwy. 137, Buena Vista, 31803 229-649-9444, pasaquan.com I ~ WC
COLUMBUS
Black Heritage Trail Tour
This self-guided driving tour includes the last home of Ma Rainey, historic black churches and the Liberty Theatre. See the Visitors Bureau for more info. 900 Front Ave., Columbus, 31902 706-322-1613, 800-999 -1613, visitcolumbusga.com
Coca-Cola Space Science Center
Experience hands-on space, science and astronomy and watch laser and star shows. Mon.-Thu rs. 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Fri. 10 a.m.8 p.m ., Sat. 10:30 a.m.-8 p.m. Call for fees. 701 Front Ave., Columbus, 31901
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Columbus Lions Arena Football
Affiliate of the World Indoor Football League. Regular season runs Feb.-July. Call for schedu le, guided tours and pricing. 400 Fourth St., Columbus, GA 31901 706-653-4472, wifl.us
Columbus Catfish Baseball
Class A affiliate of the Los Ange les Dodgers. Regular season runs April -Sept. Call for guided tours and t ickets. 100 Fourth St., Columbus, 31901 706-571-8866, columbuscatfish.com
Columbus Cottonmouths Hockey
The reg ular season runs late Oct.mid-Mar. Call for 30-minute guided tours and for tickets. 400 Fourth St., Columbus, 31901 706-571-0086, cottonmouths .com ~WC M IY
Columbu Museum
From Native American art to Impressionist and contemporary mixed-media work. Tue.-Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. (Thurs. until 9 p.m .), Sun. 1-5 p.m. Call for guided tours. Free. 1251 Wynnton Rd ., Columbus, 31906 706-748-2S62, columbusmuseum .com ~WC b.VIY
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& Accessibility for mobility-impaired Tl Food T Party facilities
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(f) Regional Visitor Information Center
Program-certified welcome centers
Columbus Riverwalk
Along the scenic banks of the Chattahoochee, this 15- mile linear park is a favorite spot in town for walking, cycling, skating and fishing. Daily 5 a.m.-11 p.m. Free. Bay Ave. and 11th St., Columbus, 31901
706-653-4504, columbusga .org I WC 6. Y
Columbus State Farmers Market
This outdoor farmers market is a bustling center for people bringing fresh produce to sell. Daily 6 a.m.-9:30 p.m. 318 10th Ave., Columbus, 31901 706-322-1613, columbusga.org
Heritage Corner Tour
Tour five house museums ranging from primitive to posh, circa 1800 through 1870. Daily at 2 p.m . Ad ults $5, students $1. Call for group rates. Historic Columbus Foundation, 708 Broadway, Columbus, 31901 706-323-7979, historiccolumbus.com ~WC b.
Hollywood Connection
This family entertainment complex inc ludes the Back Door teen club, skate center, golf and movie theaters. Sun.-Thurs . 11:30 a.m. 9 p.m., Fri.-Sat. 11:30 a.m.-12 a.m. Call for fees. 1683 Wh ittlesey Rd ., Columbus, 31901 706-571 -3456, carmikecinemas.com
Joseph House Gallery
Gallery with original artwork from Georgia and Alabama . Prints, watercolors, pottery, sculptures and more. Tue.-Fri. 11 a.m .-5 p.m ., Sat. 1-5 p.m., Sun. by appt. 828 Broadway, Columbus, 31902 706-321-8948
Liberty Theatre Cultural Center
Cab Calloway, Lena Horne and Ma Rainey are among the past headliners here. Office hours Mon.-Fri. 10 a.m.-5 p.m . Call for tours, schedule and fees. 821 Eighth Ave., Columbus, 31901 706-653-7566
National Infantry Museum
This 30,000-square-foot museum traces the
history of U.S. infantrymen with displays of
weapons and uniforms. Mon.-Fri. 10 a.m .-
4 :30 p.m ., Sat.-Sun. 12:30-4:30 p.m. Free.
Baltzell Ave., Bldg. 396, Fort Benn ing, 31905
706-545-2958, infantry.army.mil/museum
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Surrounded by the shores of West Point Lake you will find LAGRANGE and WEST POINT, his toric downtown districts, shopping, and local cuisine. Bravely meet wild animals, enjoy walks in boun tiful gardens, or d iscover historic landmarks . Plentiful accommodations await your boating, fishing, hiking, or
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30 minutes from FDR's Liftle White House
VISITOR RESOURCES
Look here fo r info rmation on convention and visitors bureaus, chambers ofcommerce, state visitors centers and local welcome centers.
Americus
(;\ Americ_us Welcome Center \.!,/ Mon.- Fn. 9 a.m.- 5 p.m., Sat.-Sun.
10 a.m .-4 p.m. 229-928-6059, 888- 278-6837,
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Andersonville f:\ Andersonville Welcome Center \.!,/ Daily 9 a.m .-5 p.m.
114 Church St., Andersonville, 31711 229-924-2558,
andersonvillega.freeservers.com I [;l WC b
Buena Vista Buena Vista-Marion County Chamber of Commerce
Mon.-Fri. 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Hours may vary. 107 E. Sixth Ave., Buena Vista, 31803
229-649-2842, 800-647-2842 I [;l WC b
Columbus
(;\ Columbus Local W~lcome Center \.!,/ Mon.- Fn. 8.30 a.m .-5.30 p.m.,
Sat. 10 a.m .-4 p.m. 900 Front Ave., Columbus, 31901 706-322-1613, 800-999-1613,
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'9' Center-Columbus
Da ily 8:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m., restroo m s 7 a.m.-11 p.m . 1751 Williams Rd., Columbus, 31904
706-649-7455, georg ia.org I [;l WC b
Cordele
Cordele-Crisp Chamber of Commerce
Mon.-Fri. 8:30 a.m.- 5 p.m. 302 E. 16th Ave., Cordele, 31015 229-273-1668, 866-426- 3566,
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Cusseta
Cusseta-Chattahoochee County Chamber of Commerce
P.O. Box 405, Cusseta, 31805 706-681- 5777, cusseta.net
Ellaville
Ellaville-Schley County Chamber of Commerce
Mo n.-Tue. and Thu rs.- Fri. 9 a.m .-4 p.m., W ed. 9 a.m.-12 p.m. 317 E. Oglethorpe St., Ellaville, 31806
229-937-2262, ellavillega.com I [;l b
Franklin
Heard County Chamber of Commerce
Mon.- Fri. 9 a.m .-5 p.m. 121 5. Court Square, Franklin, 30217 706-675-0560, 888-331-0560,
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Griffin
Griffin Regional Welcome Center, Chamber of Commerce
Mon.- Fri. 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. 143 N. Hill St., Griffin, 30223 770-228-8200, 770-228-2356,
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Hamilton
Harris County Chamber of Commerce
Mon.-Fri. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. 1233 State Farm Insurance Bldg., GA Hwy. 27, Hamilton, 31811 706 -628-4381, 800-381 -4381, harriscountychamber.org
LaGrange
LaGrange-Troup County Chamber of Commerce and Tourism
Mo n.-F ri. 9 a.m.- S p.m. 111 Bull St., LaGrange, 30240 706-884-8671, lagrangechamber.com C;lWC b
Montezuma Macon County Chamber of Commerce and Welcome Center
Mon.-F ri. 8 a.m.-S p.m. 109 N. Dooly St., Montezuma, 31063
478-472-2391, maconcountyga.org I [;l WC
Pine Mountain
(;\ Pine Mountain Welcome Center \.!,/ Mon.-Fn. 9 a.m.-5 p.m.,
Sat. 10 a.m.-4 p.m . 101 E. Broad St., Pine Mountain, 31822 706-663-4000, 800-441-3502,
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Plains
,;;-- Georgia Visitor Information '9' Center-Plains
Da ily 8:30 a.m.-5: 30 p.m. 1763 US Hwy. 280 E., Plains, 31780
229-824-7477, georgia.org I [;l WC b
Richland Richland Welcome Center and City Hall
Mon.- Fri. 8 a.m.- 5 p.m. 200 Broad St., Richland, 31825
229-887-3323 I c:;i WC b
Talbotton Talbot Chamber of Commerce
Mon.- Fri. 10 a.m.- 12 p. m., 1- 3 p.m. 95 5. Washington Ave., Talbotton, 31827
706-665-8079 I [;l WC
Thomaston Thomaston-Upson County Chamber of Commerce
Mon.-Thurs. 8:30 a.m.- 5 p.m., Fri. 8 a.m.4 :30 p.m. 213 E. Gordon St., Thomaston, 30286 706-647-9686, thomastonc hamber.com C;lWC b
Vienna Dooly County Chamber of Commerce
Mon.-Fri. 8:30 a.m.- 5:30 p.m. 117 E. Union St., Vienna, 31092
229-268-8275, doolychamber.com I [;l WC b
Warm Springs (;\ Warm Springs Welcome Center \.!,/ Mon.-Sat. 10 a.m.- 5 p.m ., Sun. 1-4 p.m.
One Broad St ., Wa rm Springs, 31830 706-655-3322, 800-337-1927,
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West Point
"I-.. Georgia Visitor Information
\I Center-West Point
Daily 8 :30 a.m.-5 :30 p.m., restroom s 7 a.m .-11 p.m. 1-85 N./Georgia-Alabama Line, West Point, 31833
706-645-3353, georgia.org I [;l WC b
Greater Valley Area Chamber of Commerce
Mon.- Fri. 8 a.m.-S p.m. 2102 5. Broad Ave., Lanett, AL, 36863 334-642-1411, greatervalleyarea.com C;lWC b
Zebulon Pike County Chamber of Commerce
Mon. - Fri. 9 a.m. - 5 p.m . 127 Meansville Rd ., Ste. D, Zebulon, 30295
770-567-2029, pikecounty.us I [;l WC
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Oxbow Meadows Environmental Learning Center
This wetland habitat is a nature discovery center for outdoor education, research and wild life observa t ion. Call for groups. Tue.Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Sun. 12-5 p.m. Free. 3535 S. Lump ki n Rd ., Columbus, 31901
706-687-4090, oxbow.colstate.ed u I [;l WC b
Port Columbus National Civil War Naval Museum
Visit the remains of two Confederate Navy ships and the nation's o nly fu ll -size ironclad Civil War combat simulator. Daily 9 a.m .5 p.m. Call for guided tours and fees. 1002 V ict ory Dr., Columbus, 31901
706-327-9798, portcolumbu s.org I [;l WC b
Rankin House Museum and Historic Columbus Foundation
A library houses the research collections of the Historic Columbus Foundation in a museum of beautiful Victori an furnishings. Mon.- Fri. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Free. 1440 Second Ave., Colum bu s, 31901
706-322-0756, historiccolumbus.com I [;l WC
RiverCenter for the Performing Arts/Columbus Symphony Orchestra
Home to the Columbus Symphony. Founded in 1855, t he CSO was the third symphony in the nation. Call for schedule and fees. Tours daily by appt. 935 First Ave., Co lumbus, 31901 706-323-5059, 706-256-3500,
888-332-5200, csoga.o rg I [;l WC b Y
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Springer Opera House
The State Theatre of Georgia opened in 1871 and is a performing theater and National Historic Landmark. Tours 3:30 p.m. every Mon. and Wed . $S. Check website for show schedule. 10 3 10 th St., Columbus, 319 0 1 706-327-3688, 706-324-5714,
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CORDELE
Georgia Veterans Memorial State Park
A military museum featuring aircraft and armored vehicles, camping , cottages, boa t ing and fishing on an 8,600-acre lake. Daily 7 a.m.-10 p.m. Call for fees. $3 parking. 2459-A US Hw y. 280, Cord ele, 310 15 229-276-2371 , 800-864 -7275,
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ENJOY nrn HIKING CANOEING, FISHING
AND HORSEBACK RIDING AT
FDR State Park
OR FIND A BARGAIN LN MANY OF OUR
delightful cwwntown shops,
Located only 1 hour souch ofAtlanta, Pine Mountain and FDR Scare Park a.re in the middle of everything you wane co do in Georgia Whether you're discove1ing our rown or our Scace Park for yourself or bringing friends, yo u'll find beautiful hiking and camping, interesting shops and restaurants and some of che best golf in the soud,. Call 1-800-441-3502 or visit our website, www.pinemoontain.org. For more information about Georgia's largest Scare Park, che Franklin D. Roosevelt Scace Park & Historic Sire, visit www.GeorgiaStateParks.org or call 1-800-864-7275.
Visit Roosevelt's Little White House while In Warm Springs to see how America's only four-time elected President lived and where he died in 1945. This Is the only house that FDR ever owned. Many of his most far-reaching New Deal programs were developed here. The new FDR Memorial Museum gives a complete picture of the legacy FDR gave to Warm Springs, Georgia, the nation and the world. With our living history program, It's no wonder that the Llttle White House Is Georgia's most visited State Historic Site.
Warm Springs, Georgia located Just an hour south of Atlanta, the town of Warm Springs offers over 60 specialty shops located In the Historic VIiiage . History is evident In the town's charming restaurants, hotels and the 100-year-old restored buildings. Warm Springs VIiiage offers food to please all tastes with over nine restaurants. We also Invite you to retire in our Historic Hotel or other fine lodging accommodations.
Pictured at right: The Victorian Tearoom (left), The Bulloch House (right) located In historic Warm Springs
DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES
Columbus
Standing Boy Creek
A state park and wildlife management area with 1,579 acres. Bow hunting available. GA Hwy. 219 N. to Old River Rd ., Columbus, 31901 478-825-6354, gohuntgeorgia.com J:;lWC b.
Gay
Joe Kurz Wildife Management Area
3,700 acres of hunting. 7 miles outside of Woodbury, toward Gay, 30218 478-825-6354, gohuntgeorgia.com J:;lWC b.
LaGrange
West Point Wildlife Management Area
10,000 acres of hunting, fishing, hiking and birding. Shooting range also available. GA Hwy. 219 N., LaGrange, 478-825-6354, gohuntgeorgia.com J:;lWC b.
Richland
Hannahatchee Wildlife Management Area
5,600 acres of hunting, camping, fishing, hiking and birding. Shooting range available. GA Hwy. 27 W., Richland, 31825 229-430-4254, gohuntgeorgia.com J:;lWC b.
Talbotton
Big Lazer Wildlife Management Area and Public Fishing Area
This 195-acre lake offers fishing, a concrete boat ramp, picnic tables and grills. Shooting range also available. Four miles east of Talbotton on US Hwy. 80. Daily. Free. Bunkham Rd ., Talbotton, 31827 706-665-8079, georgiawildlife.com [;lWC b.
Thomaston
Sprewell Bluff Wildlife Management Area
2,800 acres for fishing, hiking and picnicking. 740 Sprewell Bluff Rd., Thomaston, 30286 1 478-825-6354, gohuntgeorgia.com J:;lWC b.
Vienna
Flint River Wildlife Management Area
2,300 acres of hunting. GA Hwy. 27 to Hwy. 230, on River Rd., Vienna, 31092 229-430-4254, gohuntgeorgia.com J:;lWC b.
West Point
Blanton Creek Wildlife Management Area
4,800 acres of hunting, fishing, hiking and birding. GA Hwy. 103 S., West Point, 31833 478-825-6354, gohuntgeorgia.com [;lWC b.
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Red Pebble Farms
Deer, quail, dove and some hog hunting available for gun and bow hunting. Enjoy quality hunting , Southern style. Call for hours and fees. 298 Nappa Rd ., Cordele, 31015 229-643-1888, 866-909-1200,
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SAM Shortline
Ride in air-conditioned, 1940s-era vintage train cars for more than 80 miles round-trip on the Southwest Georgia Excursion Train. Mon.-Fri. 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Call for fees. 105 E. Ninth Ave., Cordele, 31015 229-276-0755, 877-GA- RAILS,
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State Farmers Market
Offers fresh seasonal produce and is a major shipping point for one of the county's largest cash crops: watermelons. Daily 8 a.m.-4 p.m, summer 7 a.m.-11 p.m. 1901 US 41 N., Cordele, 31010
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Watermelon Capital Speedway
The speedway is a 3/ 8 -mile, mediumbanked, high-speed asphalt track. Call for schedule and fees. Exit 104 W., 1-75, Cordele, 31015 229-271-9301,
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TRAVEL SERVICES
Find out about various types of guided tours and their operators.
Turkey Creek Outfitters LLC
Guided fishing trips and historical tours. 991 Hwy. 280 W., Cordele, 31015 229-271-1997, turkeycreekoutfitters.com
CUSSETA
Riverbend Park
This public-access facility on the shores of Lake Walter F. George is known for its variety of wildlife, nature trails, boat launch and primitive camping. Call for fees. US 27 and State Rt. 53 W., 962 Riverbend Park Rd., Cusseta, 31805 706-989-9911, ugoccc.us
ELLAVILLE
"Nearly Famous Ellaville Road Race" has been a tradition for over 15 years and has been named the top road race in the state. It has been won by Olympians six times.
FORTSON
Snyder Farms Stables
Take a one-hour guided horseback ride through wooded country trails on this 100acre farm . Rides are open to ages 6 and older. Call for reservations and fees. 936 Mccrary Rd ., Fortson, 31808
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FRANKLIN
Heard County Historical Center and Museum
This building served as the county jail and sheriff's home from 1912 to 1964. See the original gallows and jail cells, among other exhibits. Tue. and Thurs. 9 a.m.-5 p.m . Free. 161 Shady St. , Franklin, 30217
706-675-6507, heardgeorgia.org I [;l WC
GRIFFIN
Bailey-Tebault House
This Greek Revival home was built between 1859 and 1862. It is now the headquarters for the Griffin/ Spalding Historical Society. Call for hours and guided tours. Free. 633 Meriwether St., Griffin, 30224 770-229-2432, gshistoricalsociety.org J:;lWC b.
Griffin Museum and Art Gallery
A twofold attraction, the museum chronicles the history of Griffin and Spalding County, and the gallery features work by local artists. Mon.-Fri. 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Free. 143 N. Hill St., Griffin, 30223
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University of Georgia Research and Education Garden
The 65-acre garden offers a look at new approaches to environmental gardening. Mon.-Fri. 9 a.m.-4 p.m , (and Sun. 1-5 p.m., summer). Guided tours by reservation. Free. Georgia Station, 1109 Experiment St., Griffin, 30223 770-233-6107, caes.uga.edu/campus/
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HAMILTON
Poplar Place Farm
This 188-acre facility offers boarding , training and competitions including recognized competitions in eventing and dressage. Year-round calendar. 8191 US Hwy. 27, Hamilton, 31811 706-582-3742, poplarplacefarm .com
HOGANSVILLE
Hummingbirds seek out Hogansville-where breathtaking landscaping abounds-on their annual migration. In October, the city celebrates the annual Hummingbird Festival.
LAGRANGE
Bellevue Historical Home
The former home of Senator Benjamin Harvey Hill, this antebellum home is embellished with period furniture. Tue.-Sat. 10 a.m.-12 p.m., 2-5 p.m . Call for fees. 204 Ben Hill St., LaGrange, 30240 706-884-1832, lagrangechamber.com J:;lWCY
Chattahoochee Valley Art Museum
The former Troup County Jail is now an arts resource for local galleries focusing on contemporary American art. Tue.-Fri. 9 a.m .5 p.m. Sat. 11 a.m.-S p.m. Call for tours. Free. 112 Lafayette Pkwy., LaGrange, 30240
706-882- 3267, cvam-online.org I [;l WC b.
Explorations in Antiquities Center
Full-scale archaeological reconstruction of discoveries from the ancient world, kids' digs for artifacts and Biblical meal presentations. Call for hours and fees. 130 Gordon Commercial Dr., LaGrange, 30240 706-885-0363, 706-883-7688
Hills and Dales Estate
The historic 35-acre estate of Fuller E. Callaway Sr. has boxwood plantings and fine gardens. Tue.-Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Sun. 1-5 p.m. Call for fees. 1916 Hills and Dales Dr., LaGrange, 30241 706-882-3242, hillsanddalesestate.org [;l WC b. Y
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Historic Downtown LaGrange Walking Tour Pick up a free brochure at Troup Archives or the Chamber of Commerce. 111 Bull St., LaGrange, 30240
706-884 -1828, 706-884-8671 , t rouparch ives.org
Hoofer's Gospel Barn Hoofer's regularly books some of the top acts in gospel and bluegrass music for famil y entertainment. Camping and restaurant on site. Call for schedu le and fees.
3472 Hogansvill e Rd ., LaGrange, 30240 706-88S-9300, 800-844-6737, hooters.com
Lamar Dodd Art Center It houses a permanent collection of work by 20th-century Southern painter Lamar Dodd. Call for schedule. Open Sept.-June, Mon.-Fri. 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Free.
302 Forrest Ave., LaGrange, 30240 706-880-8211, lagrang e.edu
Troup County Historical Society and Archives A genealogical library and records depository document the history of LaGrange and Troup County. Mon.-Fri. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. ( Tue. until 8 p.m.), Sat. 9 a.m .-1 p.m . Free.
136 Main St., LaG rang e, 30241
706-884-1828, trouparch ives.org I C;J WC 6-
TRAVEL SERVICES
Ron Savage Gulde Service Fishing guide service is offered by reservation. 29 Langford Rd ., LaGrange, 30241 706-884-6232
Tommy Mike Hunting and Fishing Guide Service Year-round hunting and fishing guide service is offered by reservation. 4006 White Oak Ln., LaGrange, 30240 706-882-8187, tommym ike.com
LESLIE
Georgia Rural Telephone Museum The museum has one of the largest collections of telephones and related memorabilia in the world. Mon.-Fri. 9:30 a.m.3:30 p.m. Call for fees and group rates.
135 N. Ba iley Ave., Leslie, 31764
229-874-4786, grtm.org I C;J WC 6-
LUMPKIN
Bedingfield Inn Museum This 1836 Greek Revival museum has original pioneer furnishings and an 1845 dogtrot house. Daily. Adults $5, children $2. Call for tours and groups.
100 Cotton St., on the Square, Lumpkin, 31815, 229-838-6419,
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Providence Canyon State Conservation Park Explore Georgia's " Little Grand Canyon" on 10 miles of trails and learn about the 150foot-deep canyon, plum leaf aza lea and other wildflowers. Call for hours and fees. $3 parking.
Seven miles west of Lumpkin, on GA Hwy. 39-C 229-838-6202, 800-864-7275,
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Stagecoach Trail Tour A brochure is available at the Bedingfield Inn.
100 Cotton St., on the Square, Lumpkin, 31815 229-838-6419, bedingfieldinn.org
Westville This living-history museum acts as an 1850s Georgia village, with crafts and open-hearth cooking . Tue.-Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Adults $10, children and teens $4, seniors $8.
One MLK Dr., Lumpkin, 31815 229-838-6310, 888-733-1850, westville.org C;JWC MI
MANCHESTER
Manchester Railfan Platform Trainspotters and railfans alike will enjoy the Manchester Rai lfan Platform. Visitors can watch the junction of CSX lines from Atlanta, Birmingham and Waycross.
Manchester, 31816 706-846-3141 (City Hall)
MOLENA
Gerald I. Lawhorn Canoe Base and Training Center This site has an 8.2-mile looping trail for mountain biking, 1,106 feet of climbing trails and 15 miles of hiking trails. Daily. Office open Mon.-Fri. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Call for fees.
Thunder Scout Reservation 1166 Dripping Rock Rd ., Molena, 30258
706-646-22SS, fl intrivercouncil.org I [;J WC
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MARINAS
Cordele The Marina at Lake Blackshear
Fishing, boat rentals, pontoon cruises, guided fishing trips, an event boat and more await visitors to this full service marina. Hookups and dining available. 2459-H US Hwy. 280 W., Cordele, 31015 229-273-7747, 800-459-1230, lakeblackshearresort.com
LaGrange Highland Marina and Resort
This is a full-service marina with boat and cabin rentals available. Daily dawn-dusk. Winter hours 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Call for fees. 1000 Seminole Rd., LaGrange, 30240 706-882-3437, highlandmarina.com 1;1WC M I
Omaha Florence Marina State Park This Lake Walter F. George park offers the
perfect setting for those who love water sports. Find a boat ramp and an adjacent natural deep-water fishing pier. $3 parking. 16 miles west of Lumpkin at the end of GA Hwy. 39C, Rt. 1, Box 36, Omaha, 31821 229-838-4244, 800-864-7275, gastateparks.org
MONTEZUMA
Kauffman's Strawberry and Farm Market
Pick your own peaches and strawberries during the season. The menu of treats includes ice cream, lemonade, pies, tarts, produce and sandwiches. 1305 Mennonite Church Rd ., Montezuma, 31063 4 78-472-8833, kauffmanstrawberries .com
OGLETHORPE
Whitewater Creek Park
Fish or camp with RV hookups, campsites, nature trails and a screened picnic pavilion. Beach and cabin rentals available. Office open Mon.-Fri. 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Call for fees. GA Hwy. 128 N. and Wh itewater Rd . Oglethorpe, 31068
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OMAHA
Florence Marina State Park
This small park on 45,000-acre Lake Walter F. George has a marina, fishing pier, boat rental, camping, cottages and a swimming pool. Daily 7 a.m.-10 p.m. Call for fees. $3 parking. 16 miles west of Lumpkin, on GA Hwy. 39-C 229-838-4244, 800-864-7275,
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PINE MOUNTAIN
Butt's Mill Farm
Visit this fully operational farm with fishing, horseback rides, train rides, a water slide. mini-golf, exotic animals and a petting fa rm. Daily 10 a.m.-7 p.m. Call for fees. 2280 Butts Mill Rd., Pine Mountain, 31822 706-663-7400, buttsm illfarm.com l:lWC M l '!
Callaway Gardens
Enjoy this 13,000-acre resort and gardens with butterflies and raptors in flight, golf, f ishing , d ining, lodging, spa, tra ils, exhibits and workshops. Daily 9 a.m.-5 p.m. GA Hwys. 18 and 354 (entrance at intersection), Pine Mountain, 31822 706-663-2281, 800-225-5292,
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F. D. Roosevelt State Park
See FDR's favorite picnic spot and the Pine Mountain Trail. Camping, cottages. picnicking, boat rental and horseback riding are available. Daily 7 a.m.-10 p.m. $3 parking. Near Callaway Gardens and Warm Springs on GA Hwy. 190 706-663-4858, 800-864-7275,
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Roosevelt Riding Stables
Enjoy horseback rides, wagon rides and overnight excursions along trails that navigate F. D. Roosevelt State Park. Hours by reservation. Fees vary. 1063 Group Camp Rd., Pine Mountain, 31822 706-628-7463, 877-696-4613,
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Soaring Eagle Glider Rides
See Callaway Gardens from the air in a glider. Flights take off in fair weather Sat.-Sun. 10 a.m.-S p.m. or by reservation. Call for fees. GA Hwy. 18, Pine Mountain Airport, Pine Mountain, 31822 706-324-4074, 706-464-1325,
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Wild Animal Safari
Take a guided Zebra Bus or drive your own vehicle past bison and giraffes, through the "Rhino Riviera," and more at this 500-acre exotic-animal park. Call for hours and fees. 1300 Oak Grove Rd. , Pine Mountain, 31822 706-663 -8744, 800-367-2751,
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PLAINS
Jimmy Carter National Historic Site
See the influence of a small town on this president as a boy. Visit the Plains Train Depot that housed Carter's presidential campaign and the Carter Boyhood Farm. 300 N. Bond St., Pla ins, 31780
229-824-4104, nps.gov/jica I l;1 WC 6-Vl
TRAVEL SERVICES
Plains Step-A-Board Tour Tourists provide their own vehicles and must reserve a guide two weeks in advance. Call for fees. Main St., Plains, 31780 229-824-5393 I l:l WC 6'
REYNOLDS
Silver Dollar Raceway
This NHRA-sanctioned drag strip features Top Alcohol Funny Cars, Dragsters and a Junior Dragster program for children. Camping available weekends Jan.-Nov. GA Hwy. 96 W., Reynolds, 31076 478-847-4414, silverdollarraceway.com l:lWC o-
Taylor Orchards
Pick strawberries Apr. 1- May 30 and buy peaches from the orchard May-July 31. Enjoy homemade ice cream . Call for hours and fees . GA Hwy. 96, Reynolds, 31076 478-847-4186, taylororchards.com
RICHLAND
Richland Rail Museum The town 's late-1800s train depot now houses a railroad museum along with related memorabilia. Mon.-Fri. 8 a.m.-S p .m. Free. 200 Broad St., Richland , 31825
229-887-3323 I l:l WC 6'
TALBOTTON
The Strauss family of Talbotton, who moved to New York following the Civil War. bought an ailing department store known as Macy's and grew it into the empire known today.
THOMASTON
Auchumpkee Creek Covered Bridge
This 1882 covered bridge was destroyed by flood in 1994. It has since been authentically rebuilt with portions of the original bridge. On Allen Rd., off GA Hwy. 19 S., Thomaston, 30286 706-647-9686, thomastonchamber.com
Flint River Outdoor Center
Take a canoe trip or enjoy tubing and rafting along the Fl int River. Lodging also available. Mon.-Thurs. 9 a.m.-9 p.m .. Fri.-Sat. 9 a.m.-10 p.m., Sun. 9 a.m.-6 p.m . Call for fees.
4429 Woodland Rd ., Hwy. 36 w.,
Thomaston, 30286 706-647-2633, fl intriveroutdoors.com l:lWC &fl'!
Pettigrew-White- Stamps House
Representative of the early-1800s dwellings native to this area, th is is the second-oldest residence in Thomaston. Call for tour reservations. Free. 746 Andrews Dr., Thomaston , 30286 706-646-2437 11;1 WC
Skydive Atlanta
Certified instructors train would-be skydivers and experienced thrill-seekers alike. Daily, weekends 8 a.m.-sunset, weekdays by reservation. Call for fees. 2333 Delray Rd ., Thomaston, 30286 706-647-9701, 800-276-DIVE,
skydiveatlanta.com I l;1 WC 6'
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Sprewell Bluff State Park Located on the Flint River, this minimally developed park offers scenic picnic areas, volleyball, horseshoes, hiking trails and river access. Daily 7 a.m .-dark. $3 parking.
740 Sprewell Bluff Rd., Thomaston, 30286 706-646-6026, 800-864-7275,
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Thomaston-Upson Archives This archive covers everything from microfilm to yearbooks and dates back as early as 1824. Mon.-Fri. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. and second Sat. each month 9 a.m .-1 p.m. Free.
301 5. Center St., Thomaston, 30286 706-646-2437, home.alltel.net/ tuarch C;lWC 6'
VIENNA
Driving Tour of Vienna Includes 60 historical buildings, such as the Dooly County Courthouse. Self-guided tour books available at the Georgia Cotton Museum. Adults $3.
1321 E. Union St., Vienna, 31092 229-268-3663, cityofvienna .org
Ellis Brothers Pecans Visitors can witness the pecan- and peanutpacking process firsthand. Guided tours by reservation. Store open daily 8 a.m .-8 p.m.
1315 Tippettville Rd ., Vienna, 31092 229-268-9041, 800-635-0616,
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Georgia State Cotton Museum The history of cotton is told with farm tools, cotton bo lls, periodicals, a cotton bale and other agricultural artifacts. Mon.Fri. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Free. Call for groups.
1321 E. Union St., Vienna, 31092
229-268-2045 I [;l WC 6'
Walter F. George Law Museum The museum contains furniture and documents from the senator's career and private life. Guided tours by reservation. Mon.-Fri. 9 a.m.-4 p.m . Free.
106 N. Fourth St., Vienna, 31092
229-268-3663 I [;l WC
WARM SPRINGS
Roosevelt's Little White House Historic Site Visit President Franklin D. Roosevelt's vacation home, featuring the portrait he was posing for during his fatal stroke. Daily 9 a.m.-4:45 p.m. $4-$7.
401 Little White Hou~e Rd., Warm Springs, 31830
706-655- 5870, gastateparks.org I [;l WC 6'
FDR's Pools & Warm Springs Museum These pools were built by FDR and used for polio treatments from 1927 until 1942. Learn the history of the springs and feel the warm water from a basin. Daily 9 a.m.-4:45 p.m.
401 Little White House Rd., Warm Springs, 31830 706-655-5870, gastateparks.org
F.D. Roosevelt State Park Enjoy trails in Georgia's largest state park , especially to Dowdell's Knob. FDR's picnic spot, and 23 -mile Pine Mountain Trail. Camp, hike, fish, swim and ride horses. $3 parking.
2970 GA Hwy. 190, Pine Mountain, 31822 800-864-7275, gastatepa rks.org
Roosevelt Warm Springs Institute for Rehabilitation State-of-the-art rehab facilities are among many historic structures built by FDR during his fight against polio. Mon.-Fri. 8 a.m .5 p.m . Tours Mon.-Fri. at 11 a.m. and 2 p.m.
6135 Roosevelt Hwy., Warm Springs, 31830 706-655-5669, rooseveltrehab.org
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Warm Springs Regional Fisheries Center and Aquarium A pavilion area, boardwalk, fish health center and aquarium allow visitors to see fish, American al ligators and snapping turtles . Dai ly 8 a.m.-4 p.m. Free.
5308 Spring St., Warm Springs, 31830 706 6S5-3382, warmsprings.fws .gov
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Merritt Pecan Company Browse through a variety of pecan products, regional souvenirs and cookbooks. Pecan harvesting tours avai lable during the season. Daily 7 a.m.-8:30 p.m.
GA Hwy. 520, Weston, 31832 229-828-6610, 800-762-9152,
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WEST POINT
Fort Tyler A trail leads visitors to this earthen fort, built in 1863 and named in honor of General Tyler. It was the last Confederate fort to fall. Enjoy self-guided tour. Daily. Free.
Sixth Ave. and W. 10th St., West Point, 31833
334-642-1503, forttyler.com I C;l 6'
West Point Lake This lake has 500 miles of shoreline and offers day-use parks, campgrounds, marinas, beach areas, fishing piers and public hunting areas. Call for fees.
500 Resource Management Dr., West Point, 31833 706-645-2937, 877-444-6777,
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WOODBURY
Red Oak Covered Bridge The last standing covered bridge built by Horace King, the famous freed slave who became a master bridge builder.
GA Atl. Hwy. 85 (Covered Bridge Rd .), Woodbury, 30293 800-FDR-1927, warmspringsga.ws
WOODLAND
Old South Farm Museum and Agricultural Learning Center The interactive museum has animals, hay presses, peach-packing and a moonshine still. Mon.-Sat. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Call for groups and guided tours. Adults $3, children $1.
Pleasant Valley Rd . and GA Hwy. 41 , Woodland, 31836
706-674-2894, 888-635-0193 I [;l WC 6'
ZEBULON
Take a bike ride along a pathway outlined in the Pike County Pathways brochure, available at the Chamber of Commerce, or join in the Tour de Pike for organized rides from seven to 700 miles.
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Presidential Pathways Lodging
Pricing: 1=$0 -50 2=$51 =80 3= $81-120 4 =$121+
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Cordele
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Days Inn 1007 MLK Jr. Blvd.
229 - 924-3613
Hampton Inn 1609 E. Lamar St.
229-924-3890
Holiday Inn Express 1611 E. Lamar St.
229-928-5400
Jameson Inn, Americus 1605 E. Lamar St.
229-924 - 2726
Ramada Inn 1205 MLK Jr. Blvd.
229-924-4431
Windsor Hotel 125 W. Lamar St.
229 - 924 -1555
AmerlSultes 2974 Northlake Pkwy.
706-507-5000
Best Western 3443 Macon Rd.
706-568-3300
Comfort Inn 3460 Macon Rd.
706-256-3093
Comfort Suites 5236 Armour Rd.
706-322-6666
Country Inns & Suites 1720 Fountain Ct.
7 0 6 - 6 6 0 -1880
Courtyard by Marriott 3501 Courtyard Way
706-323-2323
Days Inn, Fort Benning 3170 Victory Dr.
706-689-6181
Days Inn North 3452 Macon Rd.
706-561-4400
Econo Lodge 4483 Victory Dr.
706-682-3803
Econo Lodge Historic District Hotel 1024 Veterans Pkwy. 706-320-0007
Extended StayAmerlca 1721 Rollins Way
706-653-9938
Extended StayAmerica 5020 Armour Rd.
706-653-0131
Fairfield Inn & Suites, Columbus 4510 E. Armour Rd.
706-317-3600
Four Points Sheraton 5351 Sidney Simons Blvd.
706-327-6868
Hampton Inn, Airport 5585 Whitesville Rd.
706-576-5303
Hampton Inn, North 7390 Bear Ln.
706-256-2222
Hilton Garden Inn, Columbus 1500 Bradley Lake Blvd. 706-660-1000
Holiday Inn North 2800 Manchester Expwy.
706-324-0231
Howard Johnson 1011 Veterans Pkwy.
706-322-6641
La Quinta Inn 2919 Warm Springs Rd .
706-323 -4344
La Quinta Inn 3201 Macon Rd.
706-568-1740
Marriott Columbus 800 Front Ave.
706-324 -1800
Motel 6 3050 Victory Dr.
706-687-7214
Quality Inn 1325 Veterans Pkwy.
706-322-2522
Residence Inn by Marriott, Columbus 2670 Adams Farm Dr.
706-494-0050
Sleep Inn 5100 Armour Rd.
706-653 -1330
Super 8 Motel 2935 Warm Springs Rd.
706-322-6580
Wingate Inn 1711 Rollins Way
706-225 -1 0 0 0
Ashburn Inn 1602 E. 16th Ave.
229-273-4088
Best Western, Colonial Inn 1706 E. 16th Ave.
229-273-5420
Comfort Inn 1601 E. 16th Ave.
229-273-2371
Days Inn 2109 E. 16th Ave.
229-273-7366
Deluxe Inn 1709 E. 16th Ave.
229-271-5000
Econo Lodge 1711 E. 16th Ave.
229-273-4117
Hampton Inn 1603 E. 16th Ave.
229-273-0737
Holiday Inn Express 416 Greer St.
229-273-9477
Lake Blackshear Resort & Golf Club 2459-H US Hwy. 280 W. 229-276-1004
Premier Inn 1609 E. 16th Ave.
229-273-3390
Ramada Inn 2016 E. 16th Ave.
229-273 - 5 0 0 0
HIiitop Inn 7444 US Hwy. 27
706-675-6621
Reger/cy Lodging 7725 US Hwy. 27
706-675-0427
Best Western, North Plaza Inn 1616 N. Expwy.
770-227-8400
Comfort Inn & Suites 2014 N. Expwy.
770-229-6001
Days Inn 1719 N. Expwy.
770-229-9797
Griffin Inn & Suites 676 N. Expwy.
770-412-1184
Hampton Inn 2007 N. Expwy.
770-229 -9 9 0 0
Holiday Inn Express 1900 N. Expwy.
770-228-9799
Howard Johnson Inn & Suites 1690 N. Expwy.
770-227-1516
Scottish Inn 1709 N. Expwy.
770-228-6000
Valley Inn Resort 14420 US Hwy. 27
706-628 -4454
Econo Lodge 1888 E. Main St.
706-637-9395
Garden Inn & Suites 1630 Bass Cross Rd.
706-637-5400
Amerlhost Inn 107 Hoffman Dr.
706-885-9002
Best Western, Lafayette Garden Inn 1513 Lafayette Pkwy. 706-884-6175
Budget Inn, LaGrange 100 Hill St.
706 -882 -3595
Comfort Inn 1512 Lafayette Pkwy.
706-882-7700
Days Inn, LaGrange 2606 Whitesville Rd.
706-882-8881
Econo Lodge 1601 Lafayette Pkwy.
706-882-9540
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1906 Pathway Inn Bed & Breakfast 501 South Lee St.
229-928-2078
Americus Garden Inn Bed & Breakfast 504 Rees Park 229-931-0122
A Place Away Cottage 110 N. Oglethorpe St.
229-924 -10 4 4
Sign of the Dove Bed & Breakfast Church St. at Fourth Ave. 229-649-3663
B&B Restaurant & Inn 35 E. Main St.
478-862-5811
Gates House Bed & Breakfast 802 Broadway
706-324-6464
Rothschild-Pound House Inn 201 Seventh St.
706-322-4075
Renfroe Road Bed & Breakfast 101 Patterson Rd.
706-989-3724
Georgian Inn Bed & Breakfast 566 S. Talbotton St., US Hwy. Alt. 27 S.
706 -672-1600
Grand Wisteria Plantation Bed & Breakfast 15380 Roosevelt Hwy., US Hwy Alt. 27
706-672-0072
Double Cabins Plantation B&B 3335 Jackson Rd.
4 0 4 -62 5-3038
Magnolia Hall Bed & Breakfast 127 Barnes Mill Rd.
706 -628-4566
Oak Rose Bed & Breakfast 209 Oak St.
70 6 -627-6724
Thyme Away Bed & Breakfast 508 Greenville St.
706-885-9625
Traveler's Rest Bed & Breakfast 318 N. Dooly St.
478-472-0085
White House Farm 1679 Mennonite Church Rd.
478-472-7942
Chipley Murrah House Bed & Breakfast 207 W. Harris St. 706-663-9801
Plains Bed and Breakfast 100 W. Church St.
229-824-7252
Plains Historic Inn & Antique Mall 106 Main St.
229-824-4517
Woodall House Bed & Breakfast 324 W. Main St.
706-647-7044
Sugar Hill Bed & Breakfast 2540 Sugar Hill Rd.
478-627-3557
Hotel Warm Springs Bed & Breakfast Inn 47 Broad St. 706-655-2114
OakHill Country Cottage 10 15 Adams Rd.
706-773-3212
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Of fi ci al Georgia Travel Guid e 209
Presidential Pathways Cabins and Camping
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Brickyard Plantation RV Park 1619 US Hwy. 280 E.
229-874-1234
Andersonvill e RV Park 114 Church St.
229 -924 - 2558
Southern Gates RV Park & Campground 138 Campsite Rd . 229-273-6464
Country Vista Campground 1634 GA Hwy. 41 S.
229-649-2267
Cordele K0A 373 Rockhouse Rd . E.
229-273 - 5454
Cordele RV Park 191 Floyd Rd.
229-271 - 3111
Georgia Veterans Memorial State Park 2459-A US Hwy. 280 W. 229-276-2371
Rlverbend Park Primitive Camping 962 Riverbend Park Dr. 706-989-9911
Brush Creek Park 1328 Brush Creek Park Rd.
706-675-2267
Chattahoochee RV Park 547 Five Notch Rd.
706-675-3942
Snake Creek Park West Point Lake
706 -675-2937
Blanton Creek Park Lick Skillet Rd . at Lake Harding
706-643-7737
Flat Creek Ranch 3623 Mountsville-Hogansville Rd.
706- 6 37-5100
3-Creeks Campground 305 Old Roanoke Rd.
706-845-7655
Highland Marina & Resort 1000 Seminole Rd.
706 -882 -3437
Holiday Campground 954 Abbotts Ford Rd.
706-884-6818
Hoofer's 3472 Hogansville Rd.
706-885-9300
Indian Springs Campground Hwy. 109 and Thompson Rd. 706-645-2937
Pyne Road Park Campground GA Hwy. 109 at West Point Lake 706-884-1414
Ringer Campground US Hwy. 27
706-645-2937
Stateline Campground 1000 County Rd. 288
706-882-5439
Whitetail Ridge Campground 565 Abbotts Ford Rd.
706-884 -8972
Stewart County Campground Troutman Rd.
229-838-6538
Lake Pines Campground & RV Park 6404 Garrett Rd.
706-561-9675
Whitewater Creek Park 163 Whitewater Rd.
478 -472-8171
Florence Marina State Park GA Hwy. 39
229 -838-6870
F. D. Roosevelt State Park 2970 GA Hwy. 190
706-663 -4858
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706-663-4951
Homestead Log Cabins 2280 Butts Mill Rd.
706-663-4951
The VIiias at Callaway Gardens US Hwy. 27
706 - 663-2281
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Pine Mountain Cabins Dallas Mill Rd.
706-663-8790
Pine Mountain Campground 8804 Hamilton Rd.
706-663-4329
Pine Mountain Club Chalets 14475 GA Hwy. 18
706 - 663-2211
The Cottages at Callaway Gardens US Hwy. 27
706-663-2281
M&W Enterprises 120 Hwy. 45 N.
229-824-5775
Conestoga Camping 5020 Barnesville Hwy.
706 - 647-6374
Flint River Outdoor Center 4429 Woodland Rd.
706-647-2633
Southern Trails Resort 2690 Arena Rd.
478-627-3254
Dixie RV Park 866 Campers Haven Rd .
229-268-5712
Turkey Creek Campground and Fish Camp 156 Pat's Camp Rd. 229-268-3758
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Index
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A . Randall Tuten Environment Park, 130
A.H. Stephens Historic Park, 20, 100
Acworth, 38, 52, 61 Acwort h Beach/Cauble Park, 38 Acworth Area CVB, 42 Adairsville, 137, 138, 140, 141,
151, 154 Adairsville 1902 Stock
Exchange, 140 Adairsville Visitor Center and
Age of Steam Museum, 141 Adel, 186, 187, 193, 195 Adel-Cook County COC, 187 Adventure Trail Rides, 140 Adventures Aloft Hot-Air
Ballooning, 49 African-American heritage,
51, 65 festivals, 106 history, 65, 106 slavery, 65 museums, 65, 66, 78, 98, 106, 184 also see specific sites Ag nes Scott College, 15 Agrirama, 185 Ailey, 135 Air Tours Over Coastal Islands, 77 Alabama, 138 Alakai Outfitters, 83 Albany, 28, 182, 184, 186, 187, 189, 193, 195 Albany Area Arts Council, 186. 189 Albany Civil Rights Mvmt. Museum, 784, 186 Albany CVB, 187 Albany Museum of Art, 186 Alice Walker Driving Tour, 112 All In One Destinat ions Inc., 80 Allatoona Lake and Visi tors Center, 141 Allatoona Pass Battlefield, 141 Allied Arts Cultural Center, 119 Allman Brothers Band, 28 Alma, 131, 134 Alma County, 128 Alma-Bacon County COC, 131 Alpharetta, 36, 38, 49, 52 Alpharetta CVB, 42, 49 Alpharetta Family Skate Center, 38 Alpharetta Welcome Center, 42 Alpine Amusement Park, 172 Alston, 126 Altama Museum of Art and History, 133 Altamaha and Ocmulgee River Excursions, 132 Altama ha Coastal Tours, 68 Altamaha River, 126, 128 Altamaha River Kayak and Canoe Trail, 30 Altamaha Waterfowl Management Area, 66 Alto, 160, 178 American Camellia SocietyMassee Lane Gardens, Annabelle Lund y Fetterman Educational Museum, 108, 114 American Museum of Papermaking, 38 Americas Best Value Inn, 31 Americus, 15, 22, 197, 199, 200, 202, 209, 210 Amicalola Falls State Park and Lodge, 158, 159, 168, 170 A ndalusia Farm , 119 Anderson House Museum, 114 Anderson Music Hall, 159 Andersonville, 200, 209, 210 Andersonville Civil War Village, 200 Andersonville National Historic Site, 197, 200 Andersonville Prison, 22 Andersonville Trail, 30 Andersonville Welcome Center, 202 Andrew Low House, 78 Andrews Cove Foot Trail, 164 Andy's Trout Farm, Cabins and Campground, 168
Anna Ruby Falls, 158, 159, 164 Annette Howell Turner Center
for the Arts, 182, 192 Antebellum Trail , 31 , 106 Antique Funeral Museum/
Margaret Mitchell Playhouse, 49 Antiques Trail, 31 APEX Museum, 38 Appalachia, 156 Appalachia n Heritage, 156 Appalachian Outfitters River Trips, 159, 166 Appalachian Trail, 30, 138 Apple Orchard Alley, 147 Appling, 94, 105, 128 Appling County Heritage Center, 130 Arabi , 210 Archery , 199 Arlington, 186, 193 Armstrong, Louis, 26 Around Town Tours, 117 Arrested Development. 28 The Art Center, 170 Arthur J. Moore Met hodist Museum, Library and Archive 76 Artists' Row, 94 Ashburn, 186, 193 Ashburn-Turner County COC, 187 Athens, 15, 28, 106, 107, 108, 109, 110, 111, 113, 114, 122, 125
Athens CVB, 111 Atlanta, 26, 28, 38-46, 47, 52-
55, 61, 139 Atlanta Ballet, 37 Atlanta Botanical Garden, 34,
38 Atlanta Braves at Turner Field,
38 Atlanta Campaign, 22 At lanta Campaign Heritage
Trail, 30 Atla nta CVB, 42, 43 Atlanta Dragway, 166 Atla nta Falcons Headquarters
and Training Facility, 169 Atlanta History Center, 36, 38,
41 Atlanta Ice Forum, 47 Atlanta Metro, 30, 40-41, 43
Attractions, 38-51 Bed and Breakfasts, 61 Cabins and camping, 61 Lodging, 52 -61 Sites and activities, 34-37 Atlanta Opera, 37 Atlanta Preservation Center Guided Walking Tours, 46 Atlanta State Farmer's Market, 37 Atlanta Symphony Orchestra, 37 Atlanta Thrashers, 38 Atlantic Coastline Artists Gallery, 191 Atlantic Station, 37 Auburn Avenue, 35 Auchumpkee Creek Covered Bridge, 206 Augusta, 6, 18, 28, 90, 91, 92, 93, 94, 95, 96, 97, 98, 103, 105 Augusta Arsenal at Augusta State University, 94 Augusta Canal, 93 Augusta Canal Interpretive Center, 94 Augusta CVB, 96, 98 Augusta Marr iott Hotel, 97 Aug usta Museum of History, 90, 94, 97 Augusta National Golf Club, 6 Augusta River, 28 Augusta Riverwalk Marina. 94 Aunt Fanny's Cabin, 44 Austell, 55, 61 Autrey Mill Nature Preserve and Heritage Center, 38 Averitt Center for the Arts, 129
B
BabyLand General Hospital, 157, 164, 170
Back River, 26 Backroads Driving Tours, 140 Baez, Joan, 26
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Bailey-Tebault House, 204 Bainbridge, 186, 187, 193, 195 Bainbridge-Decatur County
coc, 187
Ballethnic Dance Company, 37 Balloons Over Georgia, 166
Bamboo Farm and Coastal Gardens, 78
Banks County CVB, 170 Banks County Historic
Courthouse/Welcome Center/Historical Society Museum, 173 Banks Lake, 185 Banks Lake National Wildlife Refuge, 190 Barker's Mill, 174 Barnesville, 107, 111, 122, 125 Barnesville-Lamar County
coc, 111
Barnesville Walking Tour, 111 Barnhart, Scotty, 26 Barnsley Gardens, 137 Barnsley Gardens Resort. 12,
138 Barrington Hall, 51 Barrow County COC, 161 Barrow County Museum, 175 Barry's Beach Service, 77 Bartow, 105 Bartow County Genealogical
Society Library, 141 Bartow History Center, 141 Bartram Forest, 108, 119 Bartram Trail, 30, 92, 93 Bartram, William, 93 Battles for Chattanooga
Museum, 148 Baxley, 730, 131, 134, 135 Baxley-Appling County Board
of Tourism, 131 Beach Institute/African
Ame rican Museum and Cultural Center, 78 Bear's Best At lanta, 12 Bebo 's Tours Inc., 192 Becky Branch Falls, 162 Bed and Breakfasts, Atlanta Metro, 61 Classic South, 105 Coast, 88, Historic Heartland , 125 Historic High Country, 153 Magnolia Midlands, 135 NE Mountains, 178 Plantation Trace, 195 Presidential Pathways, 209 Bedford Sportsman, 77 Bedingfield Inn Museum, 205 Belle Meade Country Club, 92 Belle Meade Fox Hunt, 91 Bellevue Historical Home, 204 Bendzunas Glass and Pottery, 159 Ben Hill County LandingOcmulgee River, 188 Benjy's Bike Shop, 77 Berrien County COC, 188 Berry College, 137 Berry, Emmett, 26 Best Western, 13 Better Home Town Office, 98 Big Canoe, 151, 154 Big Creek Greenway, 38 Big Creek Trail Rides. 130 Big Hammock WMA, 132 Big Heart Recreation Area, 101 Big Lazer WMA and Public Fishing Area, 204 Big Sandy Creek Dairy Farm, 119 Big Six Farm, 114 811/board, 28 Birdsong Nature Center, 191 Bishop, 125 Black Bear Dinner Theatre, 159 Black Forest Bear Park and Reptile Exhibit, 172 Black Heritage Trail, 197, Black Heritage Trail Tour, 200 Black Rock Mountain State Park, 174 Black Shoals Park, 112 Blackbeard Island, 66 Blackbeard Island National Wildlife Refuge, 66 Blackshear, 66, 68, 84 Blackshear Civil War Prison Camp, 66
Blackstock Vineyards and Winery, 157, 158, 166
Blairsville, 157, 160, 161, 162, 169, 176, 178, 179
Blairsville-Union County CVB, 161.170
Blake, Norman, 26 Blakely, 187, 193, 195 Blakely-Early County COC, 187 Blanton Creek WMA, 204 Blind Suzie Covered Bridge, 174 Blood Mountain, 159 Blood Mountain Cabins, 165 Bloody Marsh Battle Site
National Park Service, 76 Blue and Gray Museum, 22, 188 Blue and Gray Trail, 30, 139 Blue Bell Gallery, 159, 166 Blue Marquee Theatre, 129 Blue Ridge, 136, 138, 139, 140,
141, 142, 145, 146, 151, 153, 154 Blue Ridge Fly Fishing Guides,
140 Blue Ridge Scenic Railway, 140 Blue Ridge WMA, 169 Blue Sky Cabin Rentals, 170 Blue Willow Inn, 119 Blue Willow Village, 109, 119, 121 Bluegrass Express, 170 Bo Ginn Aquarium and Aquatic
Educational Center, 101 Bobby Brown State Park, 158,
168 Bolingbroke Village, 109 Bonaventure Cemetery, 65, 78 Booth Western Art Museum,
137, 138, 144 Bowen Center for the Arts, 168 Bowens Mill Fish Hatchery, 188 Bowman, 160, 179 Boyhood Home, President
Wilson, 94, 97 Bradley's Pumpkin Patch and
Christmas Tree Farm, 168 Braselton, 160, 161, 176 Brasstown Bald, 157, 159, 162 Braves (minor league), 139 Brazell's Creek, 127 Bremen, 140, 151 Bremen Jewish Heritage
Museum, 38 Bremen Racepark, 140 Brenau University Permanent
Art Collection, 169 Brigadoon Lodge & Fly
Fishing, 162 Broad River Outpost, 159 Broad River WMA, 169 Broad Street. 14 Broughton Street. 16 Brown House, 21, 93 Brown House Museum, 101 Brown, James, 28, 93 Brown, T. Graham, 26 Brown, Tom Watson, 90, 9:2 Bruce Weiner Microcar
Museum, 109, 119 Brun swick , 16, 62, 63, 64, 65,
66, 67, 72, 84, 88, 89 Brunswick and the Golden
Isles CVB and COC, 67, 68 Brunswick Landing Marina, 72 Brunswick Marina, 72 Brunswick Visitor Centers, 68 Brush Creek Sporting Club, 166 Buchanan, 140, 141, 154 Buck Creek Villages, 109, 115 Buckhead, 35, 36 (in Atlanta),
111, 133 Buckhorn Creek Ranch, 133 Bud Jones Taxidermy Museum,
150 Buena Vista, 200, 209, 210 Buena Vista-Marion County
COC, 202 Buford, 46, 55, 61 Buisson Arts Center, 14, 158,
166 Bull River Marina, 74 Bullard Creek WMA, 132 Bulloch Hall, 15, 51 Burke County, 99 Burke County COC, 98 Burke County Museum, 102 Burton Gallery and Emporium,
159 Burt's Farm, 157, 168
Bussey Pint Recreation Area, 100
Butler, 209 Butler Brown Gallery, 130 Butt's Mill Farm, 206 Butts County COC, 112 Butts-Mehre Heritage Hall &
Sports Museum, 110 Byron, 107, 111, 113, 122, 125 Byron CVB, 111 Byron Depot, 111
C
C.W. Pettigrew Farm & Community Life Center. 114
Cabbage Patch Kids, 157 Cabins and Camping,
Atlanta Metro, 61 Classic South, 105 Coast, 89 Historic Heartland, 125 Historic High Country, 154-155 Magnolia Midlands, 135 NE Mountains, 178-181 Plantation Trace, 795 Presidential Pathways, 210 eagle's Dairy, 136, 141 Cairo, 187, 193 Cairo Antique Automobile Museum, 187 Cairo-Grady County COC, 187 Calico Arts and Crafts Festival. 182 Calhoun. 141, 145, 146, 151. 154 Calhoun Local Welcome Center, 141 Calhoun Produce, 186 Callaway Gardens, 5, 12, 198, 199,206 Callaway Plantation, 90, 92, 102 Callaway, Vi rginia Hand, 198 Callanwolde Fine Arts Center, 38 Camilla, 185 Camilla COC, 187 Camp Glisson, 158 Camp Sumter, 197 Camping. see cabms and campmg Cane Creek Falls, 158 Cannon Falls Lodge Fly Fishing, 166 Cannonball House and Civil War Museum, 116, 118 CanoeCanoe Outfitters, 132 Canton, 141, 151 Cap'n Hook Fishing Charters, 72 Capricorn Records, 28 Captain D. Blackshear Fishing, 72 Captain Larry Kennedy Sr. Tours & Kennedy Charters, 72 Captain Mike Evans Charters, 72 Carter County, 205 Carter's Boyhood Home, 199 Carters Lake, 148 Carousel Quarters, SO Carriage Tours of Savannah, 80 Carrollton, 141, 143, 151, 154 Carrollton Area CVB. 141 Carson, John, 26 Carter-Coile County Doctor's Museum, 121 Carter County, 205 Carter's Lake, 138, 139 Cartersville, 137, 138, 141, 143, 144, 151,1 54 Cartersville-Bartow County CVB, 141 Ca ssvill e, 144 Cathedral of St. John the Baptist, 78 Catoosa County COC, 144 Cavalry Museum , 185 Cave Spring, 141, 153, 154 Cave Spring's Cave, 144 Cavender Creek Cabins, 165 Cay Creek Wetland Interpretive Center, 70 CDC/Global Health Odyssey Museum, 38 Ce cil, 187 Cedar Mountain Trout Farm, 160 Cedartown, 144, 151, 154 Centennial Olympic Games Museum, 36, 42 Centennial Olympic Park, 42 Center for Puppetry Arts, 37, 42
Official Georg ia Trave l Guid e 211
Chamblee, 47, 55 Chappelle Gallery, 108, 109, 121 Charlemagne's Kingdom, 172 Charles, Ray, 28 Charlie Elliot Wildlife Center,
108,112 Chastain Park, 34 Chateau Elan Golf Club, 12 Chateau Elan Winery and
Resort, 160 Chatham County Garden Center
& Botanical Gardens, 78 Chatsworth, 145, 146, 151, 152,
153,154 Chattahoochee-Flint Heritage
Highway, 30 Chattahoochee National Forest,
120, 138, 139, 146, 162, 164, 174 Chattahoochee Nature Center,
51 Chattahoochee River and Trail,
51, 156, 185, 197 Chattahoochee River National
Recreation Area, 42 Chattahoochee Valley Art
Museum, 204 Chattahoochee WMA, 169 Chattanooga, 139 Chattooga County COC, 144 Chattooga Wild and Scenic
River, 162 Chauncey, 129, 130, 135 Cherokee County COC, 141 Clark Atlanta University Art
Gallery, 42 Chehaw Parks, 182, 184, 186,
189 Chennault Plantation, 93 Cherokee Nation, 137 Cherokee Run Golf Club, 11 Cherry Blossom Festival, 107,
117 Cherry Log, 155 Chestatee Golf Club, 11 Chestatee River, 159 Chestatee Wildlife Preserve,
166,169 Chickamauga, 21, 22, 138, 146,
153, 155 Chickamauga Campaign
Heritage Trail, 30 Chickamauga/Chattanooga
National Military Park, 20, 147,149 Chief Vann House Historic Site, 137, 145
Chieftains Museum and Major Ridge Home, 149
Chieftains Trail , 30 Choice Hotels, 29 Christ Church, 78 Christ Church, Frederica, 76 Church-Waddel-Brumby House,
15,110 Ciara, 28 City of Kingsland Welcome
Center & CVB, 68 Civil War, 20-22, 91, 129, 138,
139, 184, 197 Civil War Museum, 129 Clark Farm and Produce, 133 Clarkdale, 26 Clarkesvill e, 159, 162, 169, 176,
178, 179 Clarks HIii, 92, 99, 100 Clarks Hill Lake WMA. 102I Classic City Tours, 110 Classic South 90-105, 99
Attractions, 94-102 Bed and Breakfasts, 105 Cabins and camping, 105 Lodging, 103-104 Sites and activities, 90-93 Cla xton, 132, 134, 135 Claxton Bakery, 130 Cla xton-Evans County COC and Welcome Center, 131 Clay County Visitors Bureau, 187 Clay Hill Hunting, 190 Clayton, 162, 164, 176, 178, 179 Clayton County CVB, 42, 48 Clayton State University, 37 Clermont, 164, 176 Cleveland, 157, 162, 164, 169, 176, 178, 179 Climax, 185 Clinch County COC, 68 Clinton, 112 Cloudland, 153, 155 Cloudland Canyon State Park, 148 CNN Atlanta, 40
Coast Attractions 66-83 Bed and Breakfasts, 88 Cabins and camping 89 Lodging 84-87 Sites and activities 62-65
Coastal Plain Experiment Station, 191
Coastal Plain Research Arboretum, 192
Cobb County CVB, 42, 43 Cobb, Ty, 157 Cobblestone Golf Course, 12 Coca-Cola Space Science
Center, 197, 200 Cochran, 130, 132, 134, 135 Cochran-Bleckley County COC,
131 Cockspur Island, 21, 63 Cohutta, 137, 146 Cohutta-Chattahoochee
Scenic Byway, 31 Cohutta Fisheries Center, 146 Cohutta Lodge and
Restaurant. 137 Cohutta Springs, 146 Cohutta Wilderness Area, 146 Cohutta Wilderness Stables, 146 Colbert, 166 Coleman Opera House and
Museum, 188 Coleman River Scenic Area, 162 College Park, 55 Colonial Coast Birding Trail, 31 Colonial Park Cemetery 78 Colquitt, 183, 187, 195 Colquitt County Arts Center,
190 Colquitt-Miller County COC, 187 Colquitt Museum of Southern
Culture, 187 Columbia County, 99 Columbia County CVB, 98 Columbus, 21, 28, 196, 197, 198,
199, 200, 202, 204, 207, 208, 209 Columbus Catfish Baseball, 200
Columbus Cottonmouths Hockey, 200
Columbus Lions Arena Football, 200
Columbus Museum, 197, 200 Columbus River Walk, 196, 200 Columbus State Farmers
Market. 200 Columbus Welcome Center
and Visitor Information, 202 Commerce Drive, 166 Confederate Cemetery and
Memorial Wall, 146 Confederate Cemetery-Battle
of Resaca, 148 Confederate Museum, 93 Confederate Powderworks
Chimney, 93, 94 Confederate Railroad, 26 Consolidated Gold Mines, 158,
165, 166 Comer, 159, 166, 179 Commerce, 166, 177, 178, 179 Conley, 55 Converse Dalton Ferrell House,
185 Conyers, 107, 108, 109, 112, 113,
122 Conyers CVB, 111 Conyers Welcome Center, 111 Cool River Tubing, 172 Cooper Creek Scenic Area, 162 Cooper's Creek WMA, 169 Cordele, 28, 199, 202, 204,
208,210 Cordele Crisp COC, 202
Cornella, 166, 169, 176 Count Basie Orchestra, 28 Courson's Winery, 101 Courthouse Corridor, 31 Country Clubs 11-12
see also golf clubs and specific clubs Covey Risey Plantation, 187 Covington, 112, 113, 122, 125 Covington-Newton County VIC, 111 Coweta County African American Heritage Museum, 51 Coweta County CVB, 44 Crab Shack, 74, 81 Crandall, 146, 152, 155 Crane Creek Vineyards, 175
212 Official Georgia Travel Guid e
Crawford W. Long Museum, 156, 173
Crawfordville, 20, 93, 100, 105 Credle's Complete Marina, 72 Creek Golf Course, 6 Crescent House, 192 Crime and Punishment
Museum, 186 Crisson Gold Mine, 166 Crocker Pottery-Georgia Folk
Pottery Center, 174 Cronkite, Walter, 199 Crooked River State Park, 74 Crown Gardens and Archives.
146 Crystal River Ranch-Llama
Treks, 172 Culloden, 112 Cultural Arts Center, 47 Cumberland Harbour, 71 Cumberland Island, 62, 66, 84,
89 Cumberland Island Nat ional
Seashore Museum, 74 Cumberland Island Visitors
Center, 70 Cumming, 166, 176, 180 Cumming-Forsyth County
coc, 161
Cumming Playhouse, 159 Cupp,Bob, 11 Currahee Military Museum, 156,
175 Currahee Mountain, 175 Cuscowilla, 9, 109 Cusseta, 202, 204, 209, 210 Cusseta-Chattahoochee
County COC, 202 Cuthbert, 187, 188, 193 Cyclorama, 21, 38 Cypress Springs Wildlife
Retreat, 187
D
Dad's Garage Theatre Company, 37
Dade County COC and Welcome Center, 144
Dahlonega, 14, 156, 157, 158, 159, 161, 165, 166, 176, 178, 180
Dahlonega Gold Museum, 14, 158, 165, 168
Dahlonega Welcome Center, 161 Dallas, 21, 146, 152, 153 Dalton, 20, 146, 147 Danielsville, 19, 161, 168 Darien, 62, 64, 65, 66, 68, 72,
84, 88, 89 Dauset Trails Nature Center,
108, 115 David Bristol Hot Air Balloon
Rides, 172 Davis, Jefferson, 22, 127, 129 Davis-Edwards House, 120 Dawson, 193 Dawson County, inside back
cover Dawson County Chamber,
CVB, 161 Dawson County Old Jail, 168 Dawson Forest WMA, 169 Dawson Terrel County COC, 187 Dawsonville, 156, 157, 168, 169,
178, 180 Dawsonville Pool Room, 168 Days Inn, inside front cover Dearing, 105 Decatur, 15, 28, 37, 47, 55, 61 Deep Hole Recreation Area,
146 DeKalb CVB, 44 DeKalb Farmer Market. 47 Dell-Goodall House, 133 Demorest, 168, 180 Department of Natural
Resources, 66, 102, 114, 148, 169,204 Depot and Railroad Museum, 114 DeSoto Beach Hotel , 81 DeSoto Falls, 159, 164 DeSoto Theatre, 14 Diamond Casino/ Cruise Ship, 78 Dick's Creek Falls, 162 Dickey Farms, 120 Dillard, 168, 176, 180 Dillard House, 172 Dillard House Stables, 168 Discover Mills, 37 Dixie Highway Yard Sale, 139 Dixieland Fun Park, 48 Dockery Lake Recreation Area, 164
Dogwood Hunting Preserve, 187 Donalsonville, 187, 193, 195 Donalsonville Murals, 188 Donalsonville-Seminole County
COC, 187 Dooly County COC, 202 Doraville, 56
Dorchester Academy and Museum, 70
Dorsey, Tom, 26 Double-Barreled Cannon, 110 Double D Trail Rides, 140 Douglas, 129, 130, 134 Douglas-Coffee County
Welcome Center, 131 Douglass Theatre, 106, 118 Douglasville, 36, 40, 41, 47, 56 Douglasville CVB, 42 Driftwood's Coastal
Encounters, 76 Drummer Boy Civil War
Museum, 200 Dublin, 130, 134, 135 Dublin-Laurens Museum, 130
Dublin-Laurens Welcome Center, 131
Dublin Walking Tour of Historic Downtown Dublin, 130
Dug Gap Battle Park, 147 Dukes Creek Falls and
Recreation Area, 164 Dukes Creek Mine, 172 Duluth, 47, 56 Dunaway Gardens, 51
Dungeness Ruins, 66 Dunwoody, 47, 56 Dunwoody Nature Center, 47 Dupri, Jermaine, 28 Durham Lakes, 10 Durhamtown Plantation
Sportsman Resort, 93, 102
E
Eagle Tavern Museum, 121 Earl May Boat Basin Park, 186 Earth Day Nature Trail, 66 East Dublin, 132, 134 East Ellijay, 144, 147, 152 East Point, 47, 56 Eastman, 130, 134, 135 Eastman-Bishop-Bullock
House, 130 Eastman-Dodge Count y COC
and Welcome Center, 131 Eastonallee, 178 Eatonton, 109, 112, 122, 125 Eatonton-Putnam County
coc, 9,111
Echota State Historic Site, 138 Effingham County COC, 70
Elachee Nature Science Center, 169
Elbert County Chamber and Welcome Center, 161
Elbert County WMA, 169 Elberton, 157, 168, 169, 176, 178,
180 Elberton Granite Museum and
Exhibit, 156, 168, Elder Mill Covered Bridge, 121 Elijah Clark State Park, 100 Ellabelle, 68, 89 Ellaville, 204 Ellaville-Schley County COC,
202 Ellen Payne Odom Genealogy
Library, 191 Ellicott Rock Wilderness Area,
162 Ellijay, 136, 146, 147, 152, 153,
155 Ellington, Duke, 106 Ellis Brothers Pecans, 207 Elsie A. Holmes Nature Park, 148 Emerald Pointe Golf Club, 11 Emerald Princess Casino/
Cruise Ship, 66 Emma Kelly Center, 129 Emory University, 36 Enterprise Mill, 94 Erskine Caldwell Birthplace
and Museum, SO Etowah Indian Mounds Historic
Site, 136, 138, 144 Etowah River, 159 Etowah Valley Game Preserve
and Sporting Clays Park, 168 Eubanks Museum and Gallery,
149 Eulonia, 84, 88 Evans County Public Fishing
Area, 132 Evergreen Cemetery, 188
Explorations in Antiquities Center, 204
Ezekiel Harris House 92, 94
F
F.D. Roosevelt State Park, 196, 203, 206, 207
Fairburn, 42, 48 Fairburn City Hall , 42 Fairmont, 147 Fai t h Chapel, 70 Fannin County COC, 141 Fargo, 68, 89 Farm Fresh Tattnall, 133 Farms, 78, 102, 114, 119, 120, 121,
130, 133, 136, 140, 148, 157, 160, 161, 164, 166, 168, 173, 200,204,206,207 see also specific farms Fayetteville, 48, 56 Fayette County Historical Society, 48 Fayetteville Historic Train Depot and Welcome Center, 42 Fazio, Tom, 11 FDR's Pools & Warm Springs Museum, 207 Feather Air Hot-Air Balloons, 68 Feathered Friends Forever Rescue/ Refuge, Inc., 100 Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta Visitors Center and Monetary Museum, 42 Federated Garden Clubs Center, 118 Fenter, Frank, 28 Fernbank Museum of Natural History, 36, 42 Ferrel, Nancy, 199 Ferrel, Sarah, 199 Ferst Center at Georgia Tech, 37 Fire House Center and Gallery, 10, 187 First African Baptist Church, 65, 66, 78 Fitzgerald, 22, 188, 193, 195 Fitzgerald Architectural Treasures Tour, 188 Fitzgerald Area CVB, 187 Fitzgerald Fire Engine Museum, 188 Fitzgerald Grand Theatre, 188 Flannery O'Connor Childhood Home, 78 Flannery O'Conner Memorial, 119 Flint River, 185 Flint River Outdoor Center, 206 Flint River Outpost , 186 Flint River WMA, 204 Flint RiverQuarium, 182, 184, 186, 189 Florence Marina State Park, 196, 206 Flovilla, 114, 125 Flowery Branch , 161, 169, 178, 180 Flowery Branch Depot Museum, 169 Folk Potters Trail, 31 , 159 Folk Pottery Museum of NE Georgia, 159, 171, 174 Folkston, 63, 64 , 68, 75, 84, 88, 89 Folkston Funnel, 63 Folkston Railroad Depot and Train Museum, 70 Forest Park, 42, 56 Forester Sisters, 26 Forrest Hills, 165 Forsyth, 107, 114, 122, 123, 125 Forsyth Park, 62 Forsyth-Monroe COC, 111 Fort Discovery, 97 Fort Frederica National Monument. 65, 76 Fort Gaines, 182, 187, 188, 190, 193, 195 Fort King George Historic Site, 66 Fort McAllister, 65 Fort McAllister Marina, 72 Fort McAllister State Park, 74 Fort Morris Historic Site, 65, 72 Fort Mountain Stables, 145 Fort Mountain State Park, 145 Fort Oglethorpe, 147, 149, 152, 153 Fort Pulaski National Monument, 22, 65, 78 Fort Screven, 65, 83 Fort Stewart Military Museum, 70 Fort Tyler, 207
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Fort Va lley, 107, 108, 109, 111, 114, 123, 125
Fort Vargo State Park, 175 Fortson, 204 Founders Memorial Garden, 110 Foundry Park Inn & Spa, 108 Fox Theatre, 42 Fox Vineyards and Winery, 121 Foxfire Museum, 174 Frank lin. 202, 204, 208, 210 Fraser, Alexa Stirling. 6 Fred Hamilton Rhododendron
Garden, 172 Freedom District, 184 Freedom Trail Tour on
Savannah's African-American Heritage, 80 Frogbottom Gristmill, 132 Frogtown Cellars. 158, 168 Frontier Village, 190 Fuller E. Callaway Foundation, 199 Fulwood Garden Center, 192 Funk Heritage Center and Appalachian Settlement, 137, 150 Funky Chicken Art Project. 159, 168 Funsville, 101
G
G & G Canoe Adventure Trips,
120
Gainesville, 156, 161, 169, 170,
176, 177. 180
Gainesville-Hall County CVB,
161, 167
Garden Center, 37
Garden City, 89
Garden Club of Georgia, 110
Gascoigne Bluff, 76
Gay,204
Geechee Heritage Cultural
Tours, 80
Geechee Kunda Cultural Arts
Center & Museum, 65, 74
Genealogical Society, 50
General Coffee State Park, 129,
133
Generation Gap, 111
George Bancroft SSBN-643
Sail Exhibit, 74
George Coleman Planetarium.
168
George L. Smith State Park, 102
George T. Bagby State Park
and Lodge, 190, 191
Georgetown. 190
Georgia Aquarium, 35, 42, 46
Georgia Cotton Museum. 198
Georgia Department of
Archives and History, 50
Georgia DNR Dodge County
Public Fishing Area. 132
Georgia Dome, 37, 38
Georgia Field Trials, 91
Georgia Fruit Cake Company,
130, 159
Georgia General Assembly, 18
Georgia Golf Hall of Fame's
Botanical Gardens, 90. 92,
94, 97
Georgia Grown Vi sitors Center,
37, 42
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Georgia Guidestones. 168
Georgia Heritage Center for
the Arts, 174
Georgia Historical Society, 78
Georgia International Horse
Park, 112
Georgia Mountain Fairgrounds,
159,171
Georgia Mountain Parkway
Trail, 31
Georgia Museum of Agriculture
and Historic Village, 185
Georgia Museum of Art. 108, 110
Georgia Music Hall of Fame,
26, 28, 107, 109, 117, 118
Georgia National Fairgrounds
and Agricenter, 120
Georgia Peach Festival, 107
Georgia Power, 33
Georgia Racing Hall of Fame,
168
Georgia Rural Telephone
Museum, 205
Georgia Southern Botanical
Garden, 133
Georgia Southern University,
128. 129
Georgia Southern University Museum, 133
Georgia Sports Hall of Fame, 117,118
Georgia State Capitol & Museum, 42
Georgia State Cotton Museum, 207
Georgia State Parks. 25 Georgia Tech. 37 Georgia Trust, 16 Georgia Veterans Memorial
State Park. 199. 202 Georgia Vets Memorial, 6
Georgia Winery Taste Center, 148
Georgian Terrace, 35 Georgia's Antebellum Trail, 31 Georgia's Antiques Trail, 31 Georgia's Heritage Art Loop, 31 Georgia's Hospitality Highway,
31 Georgia's Old Dixie Highway
Trail, 32 Georgia's Peach Blossom Trail,
32 Georgia's Treasures Along 1-20,
32 Georgia's US 441 Heritage
Hwy.. 32 Gerald I. Lawhorn Canoe Base
and Training Center, 205 Gertrude Herbert Institute of
Art. 94, 97 Ghost Talk/ Ghost Walk Tours,
80 Gibbs, Terri, 93 Gillsville, 170 Gilmer County COC and
Welcome Center, 144 Girl Scouts First Headquarters.
78 Glass Mountain Gallery. 159 Glennville, 132, 134, 135 Glennville Welcome Center, 131 Global Village & Discovery
Center, 200 Gold City Corral and Carriage
Company, 168 Gold 'n Gem Grubbin Mine. 166 Golden Isles, 64, 67 Golden Isles Marina, 72 Golden Isles Parkway, 32, 128 Golf
Information and tournaments, 6-14, 91-92. 127 Golf clubs and courses, 6, 11 , 12, 27, 62, 92, 98, 169 see also specific clubs Gone With the Wind, 18, 34, 35, 48. 49 Gone With the Wmd museums, 34, 35, 48, 49 Goodness Grows Nursery, 100 Goose Creek Trout Ponds, 160 Gordon, 114 Gordon County, 145 Gordonia-Altamaha State Park, 133 Gordon-Lee Mansion, 138 Goshen Plantation Golf Club, 11 Gourd Farm, 102 Gourd Place, 174 Governor's House, 148
Governor's Man si on , 44 Grady Memorial Hospital, 28 Grant, Amy, 28 Grant House, 66 Grant Park. 21 Grantville, 48 Gray, 123 Gray Line of Atlanta, 46 Gray Line Red Trolley Tours. 80 Gray's Reef National Marine
Sanctuary, 62, 78 Great American Flea Market, 36 Great Gatsby's Auction Gallery,
47 Great Ogeechee River, 21 Greater Hall Chamber and
Gainesville Welcome Center, 161 Greater Helen COC, 172 Greater Rome CVB and Visitors Center. 144 Greater Tatnall COC & Reidsville Welcome Center, 131 Greene County COC, 98 Greens County Courthouse. 15 Greensboro, 8, 15. 98, 104, 105 Greenville, 209 Griffin. 204, 208. 209
Griffin. Marvin, 18
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Griffin Museum and Art Gallery, 204
Griffin Regional Welcome Center, COC. 202
Griffin Ridge WMA, 132 Griffiths, Dennis, 11 Grovetown. 93, 100, 104 Grovetown Museum, 100 Guido Gardens/ Evangelistic
Association. 128, 133 Gullah/ Geechee people. 77 Gunn/ Stewart Trail Ride, 91 Guyton, 88, 89 Gwinnett CVB, 42 Gwinnett History Museum, 49 Gwinnett Historical Society and
Gwinnett History Center, 49
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Habersham County, 171 Habersham Winery, 157, 158, 172 Habitat for Humanity, 15, 197 Habitat for Humanity Global
Village, 197 Haddock, 114 Hahira . 190, 193 Hahira Honeybee Festival , 190 Hambidge Center, 174 Hamburg State Park, 101 Hamilton, 202, 204, 208, 209.
210 Hammonds House Galleries
and Resource Center for African-American Art, 44 Hampton, 48, 56 Hampton River Club Marina, 74 Hanging Jail, 1894. 66 Hannahatchee WMA, 204 Hapeville, 57 Happy Trails Shuttle & Guide Service, 175 Happy Valley Pottery, 121 Haralson County COC, 144 Haralson Mill Covered Bridge, 112 Harbor Club, 11 , 92 Hard Labor Creek State Park. 108,121 Harlem, 100 Harold Nash Lake Lanier Striper and Bass Fishing Guide Service, 169 Harris Arts Center, 141 Harris County COC, 202 Harris Neck Cultural and Eco Tours, 68 Harris Neck National Wildlife Refuge, 83 Hart County COC, 161 Hart County Historical Museum, 170 Hart County WMA, 169 Hart State Park, 170 Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, 47 Hartwe ll, 169, 170, 177, 178, 180 Hartwell-Hart County, 171 Hartwell Lake, 170 Haunted Helen, 172 Hauntings Tour. 80 Hawkins Street, 14 Hawkinsville. 127, 130, 134, 135 Hawkinsville Opera, 129 Hawkinsvi lle-Pulaski County COC, 131 Hawthorn Suites, 79 Hay House, 116, 118 Haygood House. 108 Hazlehurst, 131, 132, 134, 135 Hazlehurst Downtown Village, 132 Hazlehurst Historical Museum, 132 Hazlehurst-Jeff Davis Board of Tourism, 131 Heard County COC, 202 Heard County Historical Center and Museum, 204 Heartland of the Confederacy Civil War Leaders Trail, 32 Helen , 156, 158, 159161. 163, 164, 169, 172, 177, 178, 180 Helen Black Bear Resort, 172 Helen Tubing, 172 Helen Welcome Center, 161 Helton Creek Falls, 162 Henderson Village, 109 Henderson, Fletcher, 26 Henry County COC. CVB and Welcome Center, 44 Hentz, Hal, 199 Heritage Art Loop, 31
Heritage Corner Tour, 200 Heritage Hall , 15, 119 Heritage Highway, 128 Heritage Park. 50 Heritage Station Museum. 126,
130 Herndon Home, 44 Hewell's Pottery ,170 Hiawassee, 159, 164, 169, 172,
177, 178, 180, 181 Hickory Flat Pottery, 159 Hickory Hill , 90, 92, 102 Hickorynut Cove Trout Farm,
173 High Falls, 108, 109, 115, 125 High Falls State Park, 115 Highland Marina and Resort.
206 High Museum of Art, 36, 39, 44 High Shoals Falls & Scenic
Area, 164 Hillcrest Orchards, 136, 147 Hills and Dales Estate, 199, 201,
204 Hillside Orchard s, 157 Hilton, 76, 189 Hinesville. 68, 70, 84 Hip Hop, 28 see also music Hiram . 26, 152 Historic Carnegie Library and
Cara Studios Art Gallery, 111 Historic City Cemetery, 48 Historic Coast Guard Station, 65 Historic Complex of DeKalb
Historical Society, 47 Historic Commercial District
Tour. 114 Historic Dalton Original
Walking Ghost Tours, 147 Historic Depot at Friend ship
Plaza, 144 Historic Driving Tour of
Homes. 50 Historic Effingham Society's
Old Jail Museum, 83
Historic Grantville Driving Tour, 48
Historic Haralson County Courthouse, 140
Historic Heartland Attractions, 110-121 Bed and Breakfasts, 125 Cabins and camping, 125 Lodging, 122-124 Sites and activities. 106-109
Historic High Country Attractions, 140-150 Bed and Breakfasts, 153 Cabins and camping, 154-155 Lodging, 151-153 Sites and activities, 136-139
Hi storic Horton's Book and Gifts. 141
Historic Knoxville, 115 Historic Lexington, 100 Historic Liberty Trail, 69 Historic Macon lntown Trolley
Tour. 118 Historic Mansell House and
Gardens, 38 Historic Museum at Cedartown
Depot, 144 Historic Opera House,130
Hi stor ic Piedmont Scenic Byway, 32
Historic Roswell, 51 Historic Roswell CVB. 44, 49 Historic Savannah Carriage
Tours, 80 Historic Savannah Foundation,
16 Historic Savannah Theatre, 78
Historic Sites Driving Tour, 98 Historic Trolley Tours, 19 Historic Village at Brewton-
Parker College, 133 Historic Walking/ Riding Tour.
120 Historic Wrightsboro, 102 Historical and Architectural
Tour of Moreland , 50 Historical and Hysterical Tours,
49 Historical Walking Tours of
Savannah. 80 Hobo Charter Fishing, 72 Hoboken, 89 Hofwyl-Broadfield Plantation
Historic Site, 65, 66 Hog Hammock, 65 Hogansville. 204. 208. 209. 210 Hogan's Marina, 74 Holcomb Creek Falls, 162
Holiday Inn, 24 Holliday-Dorsey-Fife House
Museum, 48 Hollywood Connection. 200 Holly Theatre. 14, 158, 165 Homer, 169, 173 Homerville. 19, 68, 84, 88 Hoofer's Gospel Barn, 205 Horace King Bridge/ Horton's
Brewery Site, 197 Horace Moore House, 106 Horne's Buggy Rides, 172 Horton House Ruins, 70 Horse Creek WMA , 132 Horse Trough Falls, 164 Horseshoe Bend River Park, 148 Horticulture Trial Garden, 110 Hospitality Highway, 31 Hospitality Tours of Savannah,
80 Hotel Indigo, 35 Hotel s, see lodging and
specific hotels Houston Lake Country Club, 12 Hugh Gillis Public Fishing Area,
132 Hurricane Shoals Covered
Bridge, 174 Hyatt Dock, 74
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Imagine it! Childrens Mu seum, 36, 44
India.Arie, 28 Indian Springs, 108, 114. 115, 123 Indian Springs Hotel/Museum,
115 I.N .K.-lnteractive
Neighborhood for Kids, 169 lrwinville, 127, 129, 132
Isaiah Davenport House Museum, 78
Island Drive Center and Tours, 74
Isle of Hope Marina, 74 ITA Collegiate Tennis Hall of
Fame, 110 Ivan Allen Jr. Braves Museum
and Hall of Fame, Turner Field Tours, 44
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J. Strom Thurmond Lake, 92 Jack Daniel's Garden Patch, 186 Jackson, 19, 112. 115, 123. 125 Jackson, Alan, 26 Jacksonville, 132 Jacqueline Casey Hudgens
Center for the Arts, 47 Jaemor Farms, 157, 160 James Brown Tour, 98 James H. Floyd State Park, 139,
149 Jameson Inn. 189 Jane Hurt Yarn Interpretive
Center, 157 Jarrell Plantation National
Historic Site, 109, 115 Jasper, 144, 148, 152 Jay Bird Springs Resort, 129, 130 Jefferson , 173 156 Jefferson County COC &
Development Authority, 98 Jefferson Davis Memorial State
Historic Site, 132, 188 Jeky ll Harbor Marina, 72 Jekyll Island, 62, 63, 64, 66,
67, 68. 70, 72, 83, 84, 89 Jekyll Island Club, 82 Jekyll Island CVB, 68 Jekyll Island Golf Club, 12 Jekyll Island History Center
and National Historic Landmark District, 70 Jekyll Wharf Marina, 72 Jenkins County COC, 98 Jepson Center for the Arts, 64, 79 Jesup, 131, 132. 134, 135 Jimmy Carter National Historical Site, 198, 199, 206 Jimmy Carter Presidential Museum and Library, 36, 43, 44 JOCADA Museum of Jazz History, 47 Joe Kurz WMA, 204 John Tanner State Park, 141 Johnny Mize Athletic Center and Museum. 168 Johnson County COC, 98 Jones County-Gray COC, 111 Jones, Robert Trent. 6, 11
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Jonesboro, 34, 42, 48, 49, 57
Jonesboro Greenhouse, 49 Joshua Hill House, 106 Juliette, 115, 125 Juliette Gordon Low
Birthplace National Historic Landmark, 78
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Kangaroo Conservation Center, 168
Kauffman's Strawberry and Farm Market, 206
Keeper's Quarters, 63 Kennesaw, 36, 49, 57
Kennesaw Mountain National Battlefield Park, 21 , 49
Keown Falls, 146 Kettle Creek Revolutionary
War Battlefield , 102 King and Prince Beach and
Golf Resort, 64 King Center, 45 King, Martin Luther Jr., 35, 45,
48 Kingsland, 68, 75, 85, 89 Kingston, 148
Kingston Women's History Museum, 148
King -Tisdell Cottage, 78 Kingwood Golf Club & Resort,
10 Kirkby-Quinton Heritage Cabin
and Old Pickens County Jail, 148 Kitty 's Cottage and Old Church, 120 Knoxville Old Jail Museum, 115 Koinonia Farms, 200 Kolomoki, 190 Kolomoki Mounds St ate Historic Park, 184, 187
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L.L. Wyatt Museum, 100
La Quinta, 27
Lacksen Plantation and quail
hunting, 101
Ladson Genealogical Library,
133
LaFayette, 146, 148, 152
LaGrange, 199, 201, 204, 205,
206, 208, 209, 210
LaGrange-Troup County COC
and Tourism, 202
Lake Allatoona. 138, 139
Lake Blackshear, 199
Lake Blue Ridge, 139
Lake Blue Ridge Marina, 140
Lake Burton-GA Power, 164
Lake Burton Trout Hatchery, 162
Lake Burton WMA, 169
Lake Conasauga Recreation
Area, 146
Lake Jackson, 108, 115
Lake Juliette, 115
Lake Lanier Islands, 173, 177, 181
Lake Lanier Lodges Boat
Rentals, 169
Lake Lanier Olympic Center, 169
Lake Lindsay Grace, 133
Lake Mayers, 130
Lake Nottely, 160
Lake Oconee, 8, 92, 93, 100,
108, 109, 112
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Lake Oconee Music Fesival, 107
Lake Park, 193, 195
Lake Park Area COC, 187
Lake Rabun-GA Power, 164
Lake Richard B. Russell, 169
Lake Russell WMA, 169
Lake Russell Recreation Area,
164
Lake Seed-GA Power, 173
Lake Shamrock, 48
Lake Sinclair, 8, 101, 108. 112, 119
Lake Springs Recreation Area,
94
Lake Tobesofkee Recreation
Area, 118
Lake Tugalo-GA Power, 174
Lake Walter F. George, 182, 185
Lake Walter F. George/ U.S.
Army Corps of Engineers
Visitors Center, 190
Lake Winfield Scott Recreation
Area, 164
Lake Winnepesaukah
Amusement Park, 139, 149
Lake Yonah-GA Power, 175
Lakeland. 190
Lakeland-Lanier County COC, 187
Lakemont, 173, 178, 181 Lamar Dodd Art Center, 205 Lamar Dodd School of Art
Gallery, 110 Lamar Q. Ball Jr. Raptor
Center, 128, 133 Lamplighter Tours of Atlanta, 46 Lane Packing Company, 114 Laney, Lucy Craft, 90 Laney-Walker Historic District,
98 Lang's Marina, 72 Lanier Flight Center, 169 Lanier Museum of Natural
History, 46 Lanier National Speedway, 161 Lanier Oak Tree, 66 Lanier Sailing Academy, 46 Lapham-Patterson House
Historical Site, 184, 191 Larry's Lanier Guide Services,
169 Laura S. Walker State Park, 83 Laurel and Hardy Museum, 100 Laurel Grove South cemetery,
78 Lawrence Bennet Harness
Facility, 127 Lavonia, 174, 177, 178, 181 Lavonia COC & VIC, 161 Lavonia Speedway, 174 Lawrence Shoals Recreation
Area, 112 Lawrenceville, 37, 49, 57 Lawrenceville Tourism and
Trade Association , 42 Lazaretto Creek Marina, 75, 81 LeConte-Woodmanston
Botanical Gardens, 62 LeConte-Woodmanston
National Historic Place, 72 Lee and Gordon's Mills 146 Lee, Brenda, 28 Lee County COC, 187 Lee, Robert E., 20 Leesburg, 187 Lenox, 190 Lenox Square, 35, 36 Leslie, 198, 199, 205 Lewis B. Vaughan Garden, 108,
112 Lewis Family Homecoming
and Bluegrass Festival, 93 Lewis Grizzard Museum, 50 Lexington, 98, 100, 105 Liberty County Chamber and
Development Autho rity/ Welcome Center, 68 Liberty Hall, 93 Liberty Theatre Cultural Center, 200 Liberty Trail, 32, 62 Lights on Macon Illumination Tour, 118 Lilburn, 50, 57 Lily Creek Lodge, 165 Lincolnton, 93, 98, 100, 104, 105 Lincolnton-Lincoln County
coc. 98
Lithia Springs, 50, 57 Lithonia, 57 Little Five Points, 35, 36 Little Ocmulgee State Park
and Lodge, 127, 129, 132 Little Red Caboose, 132 Little River Farms, 148 Little River Marina, 94 Little St. Simons Island, 67, 70,
85 Little White House, 199, 207 Live Oak Plantation, 186 Lock and Dam Regional Park,
149 Lockerly Hall and Lockerly
Arboretum. 108, 120 Locust Grove, 50, 57, 58 Lodge at Smithgall Woods, 170 Lodging,
Atlanta Metro 52-61 Classic South, 103-105 Coast, 84-88 Historic Heartland, 122-124 Historic High Country, 151-153 Magnolia Midlands, 134-135 Northeast Mountains, 176-177 Plantation Trace, 193-194 Presidential Pathways, 208209
214 Offic ial Georg ia Travel Guide
Loganville, 50, 58 Long street. James, 20 Lott 's Country Store and Grist
Mill. 133 Lookout Mountain, 148, 152, 153 Lookout Mountain Flight Park
and Training Center, 148 Lookout Mountain Parkway, 32 Louisville, 98, 101, 104, 105 Low, Julitte Gordon, 65 Lowcountry Ghost Tour, 80 Lowery, Hill, 28
Lowndes County Historical Society and Museum, 192
Lucy Craft Laney Museum, 91, 97, 98
Lucas Theatre for the Arts, 78 Lucy Craft Laney Museum of
Black History, 91, 97, 98 Ludacris, 28 Ludowici, 132 Lula, 174, 178 Lula Bridge, 159 Lun Lun, 35 Lumpkin, 196, 198, 205, 210 Lumpkin County, 165 Lunkers Guide Service, 170 Lutheran Church of the
Ascension, 78 Lyndon House Arts Center/
Ware-Lyndon House, 110 Lyons, 132
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Mable House Barnes Amphitheatre, 50
Mableton, 50, 58 Mackenzie, Alistair, 6 Macon, 19, 26, 28, 106, 107, 115,
116, 123, 125 Macon Arts, 116, 118 Macon-Bibb 1-75 Welcome
Center, 112
Macon Downtown Welcome Center, 112
Madison, 9 , 15, 106, 107, 108, 109, 119, 121 , 123, 124, 125
Madison County COC, 161 Madison County Welcome
Center, 112 Madison-Morgan Cultural
Center, 119
Magnolia Carriage Company, 82
Magnolia Cemetery, 93, 98 Magnolia Midlands, 126-135
Attractions, 130-133 Bed and Breakfasts, 135 Cabins and camping, 135 Lodging, 134-135 Sites and Activities. 126-129 Magnolia Springs State Park, 93, 101 Magnolia Tree Park, 192 Main Street Augusta, 97 Male Academy Museum, 51 Malibu Grand Pri x Family Entertainment Center, 51 Mall of Georgia, 35, 36 Malls, see shopping and specific malls Manchester Railfan Platform. 205 Maps, Atlanta Metro, 35 Classic South, 91 Coast , 63 Historic Heartland, 107 Historic High Country, 137 Magnolia Midlands, 127 Northeast Mountains, 157 Plantation Trace, 183 Presidential Pathways, 197 State Pull-out, between 24 and 25 Marble H111, 174, 181 Marble Museum, 148 March to the Sea Heritage Trail, 32 Margaret Mitchell House & Museum, 35, 43, 44 Marietta, 35, 37, 50, 58, 61
Marietta/ Cobb Museum of Art, 50
Marietta Confederate Cemetery/ Marietta City Cemetery, 50
Marietta Fire Museum, 50 Marietta Gone with the Wind
Museum, 50 Marietta Museum of History, 50 Marietta National Cemetery, 50
Marietta Welcome Center & Visitors Bureau, 44
Marina at Lake Blackshear, 206 Marinas, 72, 74, 75, 94, 140,
166, 196, 206 see also specific mannas Mark of the Potter, 159, 162, 1n Market House, 101 Market on Madison, 130 Marlow House Gallery, 50 Marriott Augusta, 97 Marriott Savannah, 79 Marsh Tours, 77 Marshall Forest, 149 Marshland Adventures, 74 MARTA, 37, 46 Martha Berry Museum, 137 Martin, 181 Martin Centre, 129 Martin Luther King, Jr. Historic Site, 35 Martinez, 98, 101, 104
Massee Lane Gardens, 108 Massie Heritage Interpretation
Center, 78 Mauldin House, 162 Mayfield Dairy Farms, 161 Maysville, 174 McCaysville, 148, 155
McCraine Brothers Turpentine Still, 133
McDaniel-Tichenor House, 120 McDonough, 36, 37, 41 , 44, 50,
58, 61 McIntosh County COC/
Welcome Center, 68 McIntosh Reserve, 150 McIntosh Sugar Mill Ruins, 74 McRae, 127, 131, 132, 133, 134, 135 McTell, " Blind" Will ie, 28, 93 Meadow Garden Home, 92, 98 Meadow Links Golf, 12 Medicine Bow Ltd., 168
Medieval Times Tournament, 40, 49
Meinhardt Vineyards and Winery, 133
Melhana, The Grand Plantation, 183, 191
Melon Bluff Nature and Heritage Center, 62, 72
Memorial Park and Bear Hollow Wildlife Trail, 110
Memory Hill Cemetery, 120 Mercer, Johnny, 26 Meriwether-Pike Scenic Byway,
32 Merrit Pecan Company, 207 Mercier Orchard, 136, 140
Metter. 128, 133, 134, 135 Metter Welcome Center, 131 Metro Atlanta, 34-61 Michael C. Carlos Museum, 36,
47 Midland, 210 Midway, 64, 65, 70, 85, 88, 89 Midway Museum, 72 Mighty Eighth Air Force
Museum, 72 Mildred Huie Museum at
Mediterranean House, 77 Milledgeville, 7, 9, 21, 106, 108,
109, 119, 120, 124, 125 Milledgeville-Baldwin County
CVB, 112 Millen, 93, 98, 101, 104, 105 Millennium Murals, 187 Million Pines Visitor Center, 131 Milltown Murals, 190 Milstead 104 Dinky Steam
Locomotive, 112 Mimosa Hall, 15 Mineral Bluff, 155 Minnehaha Falls. 174 Miss Judy Charters, 74 Mistletoe State Park, 94 Mi sty Mountain Train Museum,
160 Mitchell, 101, 105 Mitchell Depot Museum, 101 Mitchell, Margaret, 34, 43 Mize. Johnny, 157 Moccasin Creek State Park, 164 Molena, 205 Monastery of the Holy Spirit,
109, 112 Monica, 28 Monk, Thelonious, 26 Monkeywrench Bicycles, 7 Monroe, 120
Monroe County Museum and Genealogy Room, 14
Montara Farm Horseback Riding 164
Montezuma, 202, 204, 209 Monticello, 108, 120, 124 Monticello Crossroads Scenic
Byway, 32, 120 Monticello Historic District, 120 Monticello-Jasper County COC
and Visitors Center, 112 Moody Forest Natural Area, 130 Moreland, 50 Morgan County African
American Museum, 119 Morganton, 148, 153, 155 Morganton Point Recreation
Area, 146 Morris, 190, 195 Morris Museum of Art, 90, 97,
100 Morrow, 50, 58 Morrow Tourist Center, 44 Morton Theatre, 110 Mossy Creek Barnyard Festival,
107 Moultrie, 182, 190, 193, 195 Moultrie-Colquitt County COC,
188 Mount Airy , 164, 181 Mount Vernon. 133, 134, 135 Mountain City, 174, 179 Mountain Creek RV Resort,
174, 179
Mountain Crossings at Wala si-Yi Center, 160
Mountains. 3, 21 , 37, 45, 51, 74, 138, 142, 144, 145, 146, 147, 148, 149, 150, 159, 160, 164, 165, 166, 168, 174, 175, 196, 198, 202, 206 see also Northeast Mountams and specific mountains
Mountain Top, 175
Mountasia Fun Center, 50 Murphy Junction, 139 Musella, 120 Museum of Arts and Sciences,
116, 118 Museum of Aviation, 109, 118, 121 Museum of Colquitt County
History, 191 Museum of Design, 44 Museum of Natural History and
Creation, 121 Museum of Southeastern
Indians, 120 Music, 26. 28, 64, 93 Music festivals, 28, 64, 93, 107 Muskhogean WMA, 132 Myrtlewood Hunting
Plantation. 191
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Nacoochee Village, 156 Nantahala Outdoor Center.
164, 171 NASCAR, 156 Nashville, 188 National Archives and Record
Administration, 50 National Infantry Museum, 197,
200 National Military Park, 138 National Museum of
Patriotism, 45 National Prisoner of War
Museum, 22, 198 National Science Center, 90, 100 National Trust for Historic
Preservation, 14
Native American, history, 138 sites. 107, 137, 138, 199 see also specific sites
Nature and Historic Tours, 68 Nature Trails, see tra,ls NCAA Football, 109 Nelson, 148 NESPAL, 192 New Echota, 137 New Echota Cherokee Capital
Historic Site, 141 Newnan, 19, 26, 44, 51, 58, 59,
61 Nicholls, 133, 135 Nicklaus, Jack, 11 Noah's Ark Animal
Rehabilitation Center, 35, 50 Noble Hill-Wheeler Memorial
Center, 144 Nora Mill Granary, 158, 172 Norcross, 51, 59 Norman, 28, 93
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Norman Park , 194, 195 Northeast Georgia History
Center, 156, 169 Northeast Georgia Regional
Welcome Center, 161 Northeast Mountains
Attractions, 160-175 Bed and Breakfasts, 178 Cabins and camping, 178-181 Lodging, 176-177 Sites and activities, 156-159 North Island Surf and Kayak, 83 North Oconee River Greenway and Heritage Trail, 110 Nottley River, 160
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Oak Hill and the Martha Berry Museum, 137, 149
Oak Hill Estate, 143, 150 Oakland Cemetery, 35, 44 Oakleigh, 141 Oakman, 148, 155 Oakwood, 177 Oatland Island Education
Center, 78 Obediah's Okefenok, 83 OCAF Artists Exhibits, 121 Ocean Plaza Beach Resort 76 Ochlocknee, 195 Ocmulgee National Monument,
118 Ocmulgee National Monument
Museum, 107 Ocmulgee Public Fishing Area,
132 Ocmulgee River, 126 Oconee Forest Park, 110, 120 Oconee River, 126 Oconee Riverwalk, 108 Oconee Springs Park, 112 Oconee Welcome Center, 112 Odum, 135 Ogeechee River Canoe and
Kayak Rentals, 72 Ogeechee WMA, 102 Oglethorpe, 206, 210 Oglethorpe County COC, 98 Oglethorpe, James, 65 Oglethorpe Speedway Park, 72 Oglethorpe Trolley Tours of
Savannah, 82 Okefenokee Adventures, 70 Okefenokee Education and
Research Center, 68 Okefenokee Heritage Center, 83 Okenfenokee National Wildlife
Refuge, 68, 75 Okefenokee Pastimes Tours, 70 Okefenokee Sporting Clays, 68 Okefenokee State Park, 68 Okefenokee Swamp Park, 63,
64, 75, 83 Okefenokee Trail, 32 Old Campbell County Museum,
48 Old Clinton Historic District, 112 Old Courthou se Museum, 160 Old Courthouse on the Square,
47 Old Di xie Highway Trail, 32 Old Fort Jackson, 78 Old Governor's Mansion, 106,
109, 120 Old Jail Museum and Arch~es,
lll Old Liberty County Jail, 70 Old Mill Antiques Village, 51 Old Mill Museum, 50 Old Sautee Store and Museum,
174 Old Savannah Tours, 79, 82 Old South Farm Museum and
Agricultural Learning Center, 207 Old State Capitol/Museum, 120 Old Stone Church Museum, 148 Old Town Trolley Tours of Savannah, 82 Olive Forge Herb Farm, 114 Olympic Cauldron, 78 Omaha, 206 Orange Hall House Museum, 74 Ossabaw Island, 74 OutKast, 28 Outpost Replica, 190 Owen and Will iams Fish Farm, 130 Oxbow Meadows Environmental Learning Center, 202 Oxford, 120
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Palmetto, 61 Palmetto Coast Charters Inc., 74 Panola Mountain State
Conservation Park, 51 Panther Creek Falls and
Recreation Area , 162 Pappy's Riverwalk, 160 Paradise Boat Rentals at Park
Marina, 140 Paradise Garden Park and
Museum, 150 Paradise Public Fishing Area,
192 Park Marine Boat Rentals, 140 Parks, see specific parks Parks at Chehaw, 182, 184, 186,
189 Parrott, 191, 195 Parsons, Gram, 28 Pasaquan, 200 Paulding County Historical
Society Museum, 146 Peach Blossom Trail, 32, 107 Peach County COC, lll Peach Orchard Plantation, 133 Peach State Speedway, 173 Peach State Summer Theatre,
192 Peachtree City, 59 Peachtree City Tourism
Association, 44 Peacock and Possum Tales
Heritage Arts Center, 150 Pebble Hill Plantation, 17, 183 Pelham COC, 188 Pembroke, 85 Penniman, "Little Richard ", 28 Persimmon Creek Vineyards,
164
Personalized Tours of Savannah, 82
Perry, 115, 120, 124, 125 Perry Area CVB, 112, 115 Pettigrew-White-Stamps
House, 206 Philips Arena, 37 Philomath, 101 Phipps Plaza, 35, 36 Phinizy Swamp, 93 Phinizy Swamp Nature Park,
100 Pickens County COC, 144 Pickens County Marble
Museum, 137 Pickett's Mill Battlefield, 21, 146 Piedmont National Wildlife
Refuge, 121 Piedmont Park, 34 Pierce County COC, 68
Pierce County Heritage Museum and Depot, 66
Pigeon Mountain WMA, 148 Pike County COC, 202 Pine Mountain, 198, 202, 203,
206, 209, 210 Pine Mountain Trail, 196 Pine Mountain Welcome
Center, 202 Pine Ridge Hunting Plantation,
190 Pinhoti Trail, 137 Pirates' Walk, 82 Plains, 198, 202, 206, 209, 210 Plains Historic Inn, 198, 209 Plantations, 51 , 65, 66, 82, 93,
101, 102, 109, 115, 157, 160, 182-187, 191, 194, 195 see also specific plantations Plantation Carriage Company, 82 Plantation Trace Attractions, 186-192 Bed and breakfasts, 195 Cabins and camping, 195 Lodging, 193-194 Sites and activities, 182-185 Plant Vogel Visitor Center, 102 Plum Orchard Mansion, 66 Po Boy Opry, 188 Pocket Recreation Area, 146 Point of Art Studio and Gallery, 102 Polk County, 142 Polk County COC, 141 Polk County Historical Society Museum, 145 Poole's Mill Park and Historic Covered Bridge, 166 Pooler, 85 Pooler Area COC and Welcome Center, 68
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Popcorn Overlook, 162 Poplar Place Farm, 204 Port Columbus National Civil
War Naval Museum, 21 , 197, 202 Port Wentworth, 68, 85 Portal, 133 Powder Springs, 51 Presidential Pathways Attractions, 203-207 Bed and Breakfasts, 209 Cabins and camping, 210 Lodging, 208-209 Sites and activities, 196-199 Prater's Mill, 147 Pride of Dixie Antiques Market, 36 Prime Outlets, 145 Providence Canyon State Conservation Park, 196, 198, 205 Pulaski, 135 Pulaski, General Casimir, 21 Push Push Theatre, 37
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Quail Country Lodge and Conference Center, 186
Quaker Community, 91 Quinlan Visual Arts Center, 170 Quitman, 188 Quitman-Brooks County COC,
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R.E.M.. 28, 107, 109, 118 Rabun Beach Recreation Area,
162 Rabun County, 173 Rabun Gap, 174, 178, 181 Raft Outfitters, 46 Ragsdale Mill, 173 Railfan Platform, 132 Rainbow Ranch Trout Farm, 166 Rainey, Gertrude Ma, 28, 106 Ralph Mark Gilbert Civil Rights
Museum, 65, 78 Ramada, 23, 116 Rankin House Museum and
Historic Columbus Foundation, 202 Rappers, 28 Raven Cliff Falls, 164 Rayonier WMA, 132 Red Oak Covered Bridge, 207 Red Pebble Farms, 204 Red Top Mountain, 142 Red Top Mountain State Park and Lodge, 144 Redding , Otis, 26, 28 Reed Bingham State Park, 186 Reed, Jerry, 28 Reed, Neel, 199 Reel Angling Adventures, 174 Register, 134 Reidsville, 127, 131, 133, 134, 135 Resaca , 148, 153 ResortQuest, 83 Restaurants, 19 Archie's Restaurant. 65 Brunswick Station Cafe, 65 Country's Barbecue, 19 Crab Shack, 64 , 81 Fresh Air Bar-B-Q, 19 Fincher's, 19 Jimbo's, 19 Lady and Sons, The, 65 Lang 's Marina Restaurant, 65 Last Meal Cafe, 184, 186 Last Resort Grill , 108 Mom's Kitchen, 198 Oakwood Cafe, 37 Sprayberry's, 19 Sunbury Crab Company, 65 Ye Old Colonial Restaurant, 108 Zeb's Place, 19 Revolutionary Cemetery, 101 Reynolds, 206, 209 Reynolds Landing, 92 Reynolds Memorial Nature Preserve, 51 Reynolds Plantation, 65, 92 Rhodes Hall , 45 Rialto Center for the Performing Arts, 37 Riceboro, 65, 74 Rich Mountain Wildlife Area, 146 Richard B. Russel State Park & Golf Course, 169 Richard, "Little", 28
Richland, 202, 204 , 206, 209 Richland Rail Museum, 206 Richland Welcome Center and
City Hall, 202 Richmond Hill, 64, 68, 72, 73,
74, 85, 89 Richmond Hill CVB, 68, 73 Richmond Hill Historical
Society and Museum, 74 Richmond Hill Local Welcome
Center, 68 Ridge and Valley Scenic
Byway, 33, 138 Ridge, John, 137 Ridges Resort, 175 Ridgeway Mountain Bike Trail,
147 Rincon, 74, 85, 89 Ringgold, 139, 144, 148, 152, 155 Rising Fawn, 148, 155 Risky Venture Tavern Tour, 82 Ritz-Carlton Lodge, 92 River Bluff at Lake Walter F.
George, 190 River North Fly Fishing, 164 River Right Outfitters, 147 Riverbend Park, 204 RiverCenter for the Performing
Arts, 197, 202 Riverdale, 59 Riverfront Park Fountain, 184 Rivers , see specific rivers Riverside Trout Farm, 164 Riverstreet Riverboat
Company, 78 Riverwalk Augusta, 92, 100 Road Atlanta and Panoz
Racing School, 161 Road to Tara Museum, 34, 49 Robert Simpson Nature Trail,
190 Robert Toombs House
Historical Site, 92, 102 Roberta, 112, 120 Roberta-Crawford County
COC, 112 Roberts, Clifford, 6 Roberts, Xavier, 157 Rochelle, 131 Rockmart, 144, 148, 152, 155 Rock, The, 210 Rock City Gardens, 142, 148 Rock City's Enchanted Trail, 139 Rock Eagle Effigy/ Monument,
107,114 Rock House, 102 Rock Springs, 144 Rocky Branch Club, 92 Rocky Mountain Recreation
and Fishing Area, 149 Roe, Tommy, 28 Rogers House, 15, 119 Roi/mg Stone, 28, 109 Rolling Thunder River
Company, 148 Rollins Planetarium, 175 Rome, 14, 136, 139, 143, 144,
149, 152, 153, 155 Rome Area History Museum,
149 Rome Speedway, 149 Ron Savage Guide Service, 205 Roosevelt Riding Stables, 206 Roosevelt, Teddy, 15, 199, 207 Roosevelt Warm Springs
Institute for Rehabilitation, 207 Roosevelt's Little White House, 199 Root House Museum, 50 Rose Festival, 185 Rose Hill Cemetery, 118 Rose Lawn Museum, 144 Rossville , 149, 155 Roswell , 15, 36, 37, 44, 49, 51, 60 Roswell Fire and Rescue Museum, 51 Roswell Ghost Tours, 51 Roundhouse Railroad Museum, 78 Round Oak, 121 Royal, Billy Joe, 28 Royston, 174, 177, 181 Rum Creek WMA, 114 Rural Telephone Museum, 198 Russel-Brasstown Scenic Byway, 33 Ruth Mitchell Dance Theatre, 37 Rutledge, 6, 107, 121. 125 Rylander Theatre, 5, 200
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Sacred Heart Cultural Center, 100
Salzburger Museum and Church, 74
Sam Nunn exhibit, 120 SAM Shortline Excursion Train ,
15, 199, 204, 206 Sandbar, The, 160 Sandersville, 93, 98, 101, 104 Sandy Creek Nature Center, 110 Sandy Creek Park, lll Sandy Springs, 35, 51 , 60 Sandy Springs Historic Site, 51 Sapelo Island, 65, 70, 77, 85, 89 Sapelo Island National Estuarine
Research Reserve, 77 Sapelo Island Visitors Center, 70 Sasser, 188, 191, 195 Sautee, 174, 178, 181 Sautee and Nacoochee Valleys,
33,159 Sautee-Nacoochee Center, 174 Savannah, 14, 16, 21, 22, 62, 63,
64, 65, 74, 78-82, 93, 98, back cover Savannah College of Art and Design, 63, 64 Savannah Golf Club, 6 Savannah Harbor Golf Resort & Spa, 62 Savannah Haunted History Tour, 82 Savannah History Museum, 79 Savannah Light Tackle Fi shing Company, 74 Savannah Lodging Inc., 79 Savannah Movie Tours, 82 Savannah National Wildlife Refuge, 79 Savannah Ogeechee Canal Museum and Nature Center, 79 Savannah Rapids Pavilion, 93 Savannah Rapids Visitors Center, 98 Savannah River, 65, 93 Savannah Safari Walking Tour, 82 Savannah Sand Gnat s Baseball, 79 Savannah Seen Historic Tours, 82 Savannah Spirit Tours, 82 Savannah VIC/ CVB, 63, 70 Savannah Walking Tours, 82 Savannah Walks, Inc.. 82 Sawnee Mountain Preserve, 166 Scarlett's Secret, 174 Scenic 197, 33 Scenic Trails, 30-32 Scott Antique Market. 36 Scottdale, 51 Screven, 133, 135 Screven County COC, 131 Scull Shoals, 100 Seabrook Village, 65 Sea Island, 12, 63, 67, 83, 87 Sea Island Golf Club, 12 Sea Kayak Georgia, 83 Sea Turtle Walks at the Georgia Sea Turtle Center, 70 Second Time Around Mini Farm, 102 Seminole State Park, 188 Senoia, 51, 61 Senoia Tour of Homes, 51 Serenity Cellars, 157, 166 Seven Islands Trail, 120 Seventy-Four Ranch, 148 Sherman, William T., 21, 22, 93, 139 Shields-Ethridge Heritage Farm, 173 Ships of the Sea Maritime Museum, 65, 79 Shopping 35, 36, 37, 109 see also malls and spec,hc shoppmg places Sidney Lanier Cottage, 116, 118 Silver Comet Trail and Riverwalk, 148 Silver Dollar Raceway, 206 Si x Flags, 37, 43, 45 Si x Flags White Water, 37, 43 Si xth Cavalry Museum, 147 Skidaway Island State Park, 79 Skydive Atlanta, 206 Sky Valley, 177
Smarr, 121 Smith, Bessie, 106 Smith House, 165, Smith Plantation House, 51
Offici al Georgia Tra vel Guide 215
Smithgall Woods Conservation Area and Lodge, 172
Smithville Village, 160 Smyrna, 36, 51, 60 Smyrna Museum, 51 Smyrna Welcome Center. 44 Snellville, 60 Snyder Farms Stables, 204 Soaring Eagle Glider Rides, 206 Social Circle, 107, 109, 119, 121.
125 Soldiers' Cemetery 120 Soperton , 133 Soperton-Treutlen County
Chamber, 131 Sosebee Cove Scenic Area, 162 Sound Play, Inc.. 191 South Georgia Motorsports
Park, 187 South. Joe, 28 Southeast Adventure
Outfitters, 66, 77 Southeast Off-Road Bicycle
Organization (SORBA), 139
Southeastern Expeditions, 164 Southeastern Railway Museum,
47 Southern Belle Tours. 82 Southern Forest World. 83 Southern Highroads Trail, 33 Southern Museum of Civil War
and Locomotive History, 36, 49 Southern Passages: The Atlantic Heritage Coast, 33 Southern Rivers Birding Trail, 33 Southern Tree Plantation, 157, 160 Southwest Georgia COC, 187 Southwest Georgia VIC, 187 Sower Studio. 128 Sparta. 101 Spirit of Sapelo Tour, 77 Spivey Hall, 37 Splash in the Boro, 129, 133 Sporting Clays Course. 121 Sprayberry's, 19 Sprewell Bluff State Park, 207 Sprewell Bluff WMA. 204 Spring Creek Preserve. 147 Springer Mountain, 138 Springer Opera House, 197, 202 Springfield, 70, 83, 89 Springfield Baptist Church, 100 Springfield Village Park, 100 St. George, 89 St. Johns Church and Parish House, 78 St. Marlo Country Club, 11 St. Mary"s, 62, 65, 72, 74. 87, 88, 89 St. Mary's Aquatic Center, 76 St. Mary's CVB, 70 St. Mary's Submarine Museum, 65, 76 St. Simons Island. 63, 65, 67, 72. 76, 87, 88, 89 St. Simons Island Lighthouse, 63, 77 St. Simons Island Visitors Center, 70 St. Simons Boating and Fishing Club, 74 St. Simons Ghost Tour, 77 1 St. Simons Trolley, 77 St. Stephens Episcopal Church, 120 Stagecoach Trail Tour, 205 Standing Boy Creek, 204 Starcadia Entertainment Park. 117, 119 Startime Entertainment Complex, 51 State Farmers Market. 204 State Botanical Gardens, 108, 111 Stately Oaks. 49 Statesboro, 77, 126, 127, 128, 129, 133, 134, 135 Statesboro CVB, 131 Steffen Thomas Museum, 111 Step Above Stables, 160 Stephen C. Foster State Park, 68 Stephens. Alexander H.. 20, 93 Stephens County Historical Museum, 175 Sterling Equestrian Center, 66 Stevens. Ray, 26 Still Pond Vineyards, 186 Stillwater Coves, 95
Stockbridg e, 51 , 60 Stone Mountain, 21, 37, 45, 60,
61 Stone Mountain Golf Club, 11 Storytelling Tours, 51 Stovall Mill Covered Bridge,
159, 174 Suches, 164, 174, 181 Sugar Creek Alpaca Farm, 140 Sugarland, 26 Summer Waves Water Park. 70 Summerville. 144, 149. 150, 152,
155 Sumner Pecan Groves, 190 Sun Valley Beach, 51 Sunburst Stables, 164 Sunbury, 65 Sundial Charters, 74 Sunny Farms Stables. 168 Sunrise Planetarium, 147 Sunshine Charters, 170 Suttons Corner 1844 Frontier
Store Museum, 190 Suwanee, 60 Swainsboro, 98, 101, 104, 105 Swainsboro-Emanuel County
coc, 98
Swallow Creek WMA, 169 Swamp Graw. 183. 188 Swan Center Outreach, 174 Sweet Auburn Guided Tours, 46 Sweet Grass Dairy, 191 Sweetwater Creek State
Conservation Park, 50 Swine Time, 185 Sylvania, 131, 132, 133, 135 Sylvania VIC. 131 Sylvester. 194
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T.R.R. Cobb House. 111 Talbot COC, 202 Talbotton, 202, 204, 206 Tales of the South, 82 Talking Rock. 155 Tallapoosa, 144, 150, 153, 155 Tallapoosa Visitor Information,
144 Tallulah Falls, 159, 174, 175. 181 Tallulah Falls School Museum.
175 Tallulah Gallery, 175 Tallulah Gorge, 157, 175 Tallulah Point Overlook, 175 Tanger Outlet Center, 171 Tanglewood Farm Miniatures,
141 Tat e, 153 Tate Student Center Gallery, 111 Taylor-Grady House, 15, 111 Taylor Orchards, 206 Teaching Museum North, 51 Telfair County Boat Landing,
133 Telfair County COC, 131 Telfair Museum of Art, 79 Telfair's Owens-Thomas House,
79 Terry Tankersley Memorial
Trail, 91 Theatre Dublin, 130 Thomas County Museum of
History, 191
Thomas County Visitors Center. 188, 202
Thomaston, 14, 15, 202. 204, 206, 209, 210
Thomaston-Upson Archives, 207
Thomasville. 17, 183. 185, 191. 194, 195
Thomasville Black Heritage Trail Tour, 191
Thomasville Cultural Center. 191 Thomasville Genealogical.
History and Fine Arts Library, 191 Thomasville Rose Garden. 191 Thompson Mills Forest. 162 Thomson, 91 . 92. 98. 99. 101, 102, 104, 105 Thomson Country Inn and Winery, 101 Thomson-McDuffie County, 99 Thom son-McDuffie Tourism CVB, 98 Three Rivers Expedition, 33 Three Sisters Vineyards and Winery, 158. 168 Thronateeska Heritage Center, 184, 186 Thunderbolt Marina, 74
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Tidelands Nature Center, 70 Tift Theater for the Performing
Arts, 192 Tifton . 185, 191, 194, 195 Tifton Museum of Arts and
Heritage, 192 Tifton-Tift County COC, 188 Tig er, 175, 178, 181 Tiger Mountain Vineyard and
Winery, 175 Tight Line Charters, 17S Tignall, 98. 105 TLC,28 Toccoa, 156, 171, 175, 177, 178,
181 Toccoa Falls, 175 Toccoa River Canoe Trail. 33 Toccoa-Stephens County, 171
Toccoa Welcome Center, 161 Tommy Mike Hunting and
Fishing Guide Service, 205 Tom Sawyer Farms, 133 Toombs. Robert, 20, 91 Toombs County, 129 Tootsy Tours, 82 Tour de Georgia. 159 Tours by BJ. 82 Towns Bluff Park, 132 Towns County Welcome
Center, 161 Town send, 83, 87, 89 Trackrock Archaeological Area,
162 Trackrock Stables, 160 Trade Winds Marina, 94 Trail of Tears, 137, 138 Traveler's Rest Historic Site, 175 Travelog Tours Inc., 66 Travel Services. 46, 49, 66, 68,
70, 72, 76, 77, 80, 83, 168, 172, 192, 205 Tray Mountain Wilderness Area, 164 Trenton , 144, 150, 153, 155 Trident Lakes Golf Club, 62 Trion, 153 Troup County Historical Society, 205 Troupe Creek Marina, 72 Trout Fly-Fishing, 140 Trout Pond, 148
Tubman African-American Museum, 106, 117, 119
Tuckahoe WMA, 132 Tucker. 44, 60, 61 Tucker. Marshall , 28 Tugaloo State Park, 174 Tunnel Hill, 139
Tunnel Hill Heritage Center and Western and Atlantic Railroad Tunnel, 20, 150
Turkey Creek Outfitters LLC, 204
Turner Field, 37, 38 Turpin Pottery, 173
Turtle Walk. 63 Twin City, 102 Two Way Marina, 72 Tybee Beach Low Country and
Historical Tour, 82 Tyb ee Island. 62, 63, 70. 80,
81, 83, 87, 88, 89 Tybee Island Lightstation and
Museum, 81, 83 Tybee Island Marine Science
Center, 83 Tybee Island VIC, 70 Tybee Vacation Rentals, 81 Ty Cobb Museum, 174
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U'Space Gallery, 45 U.S. Army Signals Corp
Museum, 100 U.S. Navy Supply Corps
Museum, 111 U.S. Play, 49 UGA Marine Education Center
and Aquarium, 80 UGA Vidalia Onion and
Vegetable Research Center, 133 Unadilla, 209, 210
Uncle Remus Museum. 109, 114 Uncle Shuck's Corn Maze and
Pumpkin Patch, 168 Underground Atlanta, 41. 45 Underground Atlanta Welcome
Center, 42 Unicoi Outfitters, 140, 172 Unicoi State Park and Lodge,
170, 172
Union City, 61 Union Point, 98, 102, 105 Union Point Historical Driving
Tour, 102 University of Georgia, 15, 109 University of Georgia Golf
Course, 12 University of Georgia Research
and Education Garden, 204 Up the Creek Xpeditions and
Outfitters, 76 Upper Chattahoochee River
Recreation Area, 164 Upper Hi Fly Fishing
Outfitters. 173 Upper Hightower Trout Farm,
173 Upson County Courthouse, 15 US 19 Dragway, 186 US 441 Heritage Highway, 32,
128 Usher, 28
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VFW Park, 141 Valdosta, 1, 28. 182, 183, 185.
188, 192, 194, 19S Valdosta-Lowndes County
Conference Center, 1, 188 Valdosta State University, 183 Valdosta Visitors Center, 188 Vann, James, 137 Veterans Park, 130 Victoria Bryant State Park, 174 Victorian Lady Tours, 83 Victoria's Carriages and Beach
Trail Rides. 70 Vidalia , 127, 128, 131, 133, 134.
135 Vidalia Area CVB, 131 Vidalia Onion Committee. 129 Vienna, 202, 204, 207, 209, 210 Vienna Driving Tour, 207 Villa Rica, 26, 61, 143, 144, 150,
153 Villa Rica Tourism Bureau, 144 Village at Indian Springs, 115 Vines Botanical Gardens and
Manor house, 50 Virginia-Highland, 35, 36 Visitor Resources 42, 44, 68,
70, 98, l11, 112. 131, 132. 141, 161, 187, 188, 202 Vogel State Park, 156, 160
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Waco, 144 Wadley, 104 Walden Brothers, 26, 28 Waleska, 137, 150 Walker, Brad, 158 Walker County, 136 Walker County COC, 144 Walker County Regional
Heritage & Model Train Museum, 146 Walking Tour of Our Solar System, 170 Wallace Adams Golf Course. 127 Walter F. George Law Museum, 207 Walton County COC. 112 Walton. George, 92 Ware-Lyndon House, 15 Warm Springs, 199, 202, 203, 207, 209, 210 Warm Springs Regional Fisheries Center and Aquarium, 207 Warm Springs Welcome Center, 202 Warner Rob ins, 109, 118, 121. 124 Warner Robins CVB, 112 Warren County COC, 98 Warrenton, 98, 102, 105 Washington, 91, 92, 102, 104, 105 Washington County Genealogical Museum, 101 Washington Farms, 121 Washington Historical Museum, 102 Washington-Wilkes County
coc, 98
Watermelon Capital Speedway, 204
Watkinsville, 112. 121, 125 Watson-Brown Foundation, 102 Watson Mill, 159 Watson Mill Bridge State Park,
166 Wav ing Girl Statue, 80
Waycro ss, 64, 70, 75, 83, 87, 88, 89
Waycross Tourism Bureau, 70 Wayne County Board of
Touri sm, 131 Wayne County Heritage
Center, 126 Wayne County Welcome
Center, 126 Waynesboro, 98, 102, 104, 105 Weinman Mineral Museum, 137,
142, 150 West Georgia Museum of
Tallapoosa, 150 West Point, 204 , 207, 209, 210 West Point COC, 202 West Point Information Center.
202 West Point WMA, 204 Weston, 207 W estville, 205 Whimsical Gardens, 108 Whistlestop Cafe and Juliette
Community, 115 Wh ite, 150, 153 White County, 163 White County Historical
Museum, 166 White Water and American
Adventures, 50 Whitesburg, 150, 153, 155 Whitewater Creek Park, 206
Wilcox County coc. 131
Wild Adventures Theme Park, 1, 182, 183, 192
Wild Animal Safari, 206 Wilderness Outdoor Movie
Theatre 150 Wilderness Southeast, Inc. 83 Wildwater Ltd.-Chattooga, 164 W ildwood, 155 Wildwood Outfitters, 166 Wildwood Park, 94 W Iiey, 181 Willacoochee, 133 W.1.N-Walks in Nature, 77 William Harris Homestead, 120 Williams, Joe, 26 Willie, "Wet", 28 Wilson Shoals WMA, 169 Wilson, Woodrow, 91, 92, 101 Winder, 161, 175, 177. 181 Windsor Hotel, 15, 197 Wineries and vineyards , 101,
121. 133, 148, 157, 158, 160. 166, 175, 186 see also specific wmeries Winterville, 121 Wiregrass Trail, 33, 127 Wolf Mountain Vineyards. 165, 168 Woodbine, 83, 89 Woodbine Opry. 83 Woodbury, 207 Woodland. 207 Woodpecker Trail, 33, 93, 127, 128 Woodruff Arts Center, 45 Woodstock, 144. 153 Woodstock Area CVB Authority, 144 Woodstock Visitors Center at Dean's Store, 144 Woody Gap Recreation Area, 164 Woody's Mountain Bikes, 172 World of Coca-Cola Museum, 43, 46 Wormsloe Historic Site, 80 Worth County-Sylvester COC, 188 Wray-Nichol son House, 111 Wren's Nest House Museum, 46 Wren s, 102, 104 W ri ghtsville. 98
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Yang Yang, 35 Yates, Charlie, 6 Yatesville. 210 Yearwood, Trisha, 26, 107, 117 Yellow River Game Ranch, 35,
50 Young Harris, 161, 175, 177, 178,
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Zebulon, 202. 207 Zion Farms, 136 Zoo Atlanta, 35. 40, 43, 46
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