DRIVEN TO PERFECTION The state's best scenic routes OUTDOOR WONDERS See them all! Plus: SIPS AROUND THE STATE Nine favorite wineries Chart-topping country singer Luke Bryan, a native of Leesburg, Georgia, performs at Philips Arena in Atlanta. Travel Guide georgia's own plus 31 more homegrown musicians THE YEAR OF GEORGIA MUSIC get inspired in suwanee History meets art. Suwanee SculpTour brings 20+ creative and captivating works to our walkable town center, including the moving World Trade Center exhibit Remembrance and a piece of the iconic Berlin Wall. Experience the power of art as history. 330 Town Center Ave. 770-945-8996 suwanee.com Suwanee is 30 minutes northeast of Atlanta. Take Exit 111 off I-85 and you're here. contents 6 A Note From the Governor | 50 Map of Georgia 14 20 28 40 Features 14 Land of Luke Bryan 16 Georgia Rocks! 20 Georgia's Outdoor Wonders 26 Off the Radar, On the Mark 28 Brush with History 32 On the Road 34 Georgia's Architectural Gems 36 Shopper's Paradise 40 H20hhh! 44 Serious Sips 47 The Simple Life 4 GEORGIA ON MY MIND 120 146 52 76 106 176 136 164 86 Georgia's Nine Regions: Attractions & Lodging 52 Atlanta Metro 76 Classic South 86 Coast 106 Historic Heartland 120 Historic High Country 136 Magnolia Midlands 146 Northeast Mountains 164 Plantation Trace 176 Presidential Pathways ABOUT THE COVER Country star Luke Bryan, a native of Leesburg, Georgia, performs live at Philips Arena in Atlanta. Photograph by Rick Diamond. LU K E B RYA N : JI M W RI GH T; G EO R GI A D N R ; GEO R GI A D N R ; GD E D FROM THE SOULFUL SOUNDS OF RAY CHARLES AND JAZZY-ROCK TUNES OF PHILLIP PHILLIPS TO THE COUNTRY ROOTS OF MUSIC HEADLINERS FLOATING DOWN THE FLINT RIVER OR THE POWER OF SONG THROUGHOUT HISTORY, Southwest Georgia is where music comes naturally. SOUTHWEST GEORGIA'S MUSICAL TALENTS Freedom Singers at Albany Civil Rights Institute | Ray Charles Phillip Phillips | Luke Bryan | Cole Swindell | Dallas Davidson Harry James | Eddie Middleton | Ray Stevens ---------- W HE RE ---------- history AND nature flow ------------------------------------ VISITALBANYGA.COM A NOTE FROM THE GOVERNOR Welcome to Georgia! Here you will find unique destinations, a thriving arts and culture scene, year-round events and activities, local fla- vors, and much more. The 2016 Georgia Travel Guide celebrates the "Year of Georgia Music" by shining the spotlight on the state's rich music heritage, world-class venues and unique festivals. Our annual state travel guide First Lady Sandra Deal and Governor Nathan Deal is an excellent resource that provides exciting ways to plan a Georgia vacation including trip ideas, events calendars, local resources, and maps. I encourage you to use this guide to discover new adventures and experiences that will create lasting memories and leave you eager to return for another visit. Thank you for keeping Georgia on your mind. Governor Nathan Deal How to Use This Guide To help you make the most of your trip to Georgia, the Georgia Department of Economic Development has compiled the 2016 Georgia Travel Guide. Within these pages, the state is divided into nine regional sections, each packed with useful information on a ractions, events, and lodging throughout the state. Even though the information has been verified, we encourage you to call ahead when planning your trip to confirm the very latest hours of operation, fees, reservations, and other information. MAPS In the guide, you'll notice both a state map (page 50) and individual region maps, including state parks and historic sites. For more information on state parks, call 800864-7275 or visit georgiastateparks.org. VISITOR RESOURCES Each region features a Visitor Resources section where you will find information on the convention and visitors bureaus, chambers of commerce, state visitor information centers, and local welcome centers. 6 GEORGIA ON MY MIND More Ways to Engage The iPad edition of this guide is available as a free download in Apple's Newsstand. Simply search "2016 Georgia Travel Guide." You can also access a free digital edition by visiting ExploreGeorgia.org and clicking on the cover image. Information at Your Fingertips Request information from any advertiser you see in the 2016 Georgia Travel Guide quickly and easily by visiting ExploreGeorgia. org/readerservice. Travel Guide Georgia Department of Economic Development COMMISSIONER Chris Carr DEPUTY COMMISSIONER OF TOURISM Kevin Langston DEPUTY COMMISSIONER OF MAR K ETI N G & C O M M U N I CATI O N S Greg Torre PUBLISHED BY PUBLISHER Sean McGinnis EDITOR Allison Entrekin DESIGN DIRECTOR Cristina Villa Hazar A S S O C IATE P U B LI S H E R Jon Brasher TRAVE L SALE S D I R E C TO R Jill Teter PRODUCTION DIRECTOR Whitney Tomasino ART DIRECTOR Mark Ziemer COPY EDITOR Ellen Glass CONTRIBUTING GRAPHIC DESIGNER Lisa Sparer CONTRIBUTING WRITERS Kate Abney, Karina Timmel Antenucci, Giannina Smith Bedford, Anna Bentley, Sam Boykin, Elizabeth Florio, Emily L. Foley, Jennifer Bradley Franklin, Kate Parham Kordsmeier, Amy Meadows INTERN Becky Hardy EDITOR EMERITUS Kevin Benefield Copyright 2016 Georgia Department of Economic Development, Tourism Division. All rights reserved. Printed in the U.S.A. Published by Atlanta Magazine Custom Media, Sean McGinnis, publisher, 404-527-5501. For advertising sales information, please contact Jon Brasher at 404-527-5517 or jbrasher@atlantamagazine.com or Jill Teter at 877-554-0780 or jill-teter@comcast.net. Disabled individuals requiring assistance with this information should contact ADA Coordinator, GDEcD, P.O. Box 1776, Atlanta, GA 30301-1776, 404-962-4106, fax 404-962-4098, TTD# 800-255-0056. EXPLOREGEORGIA.ORG 7 GOLDEN ISLES OF GEORGIA ISLANDS IN THE SUN Georgia's Golden Isles, with its storied past, provides a magical retreat St. Simons Lighthouse A long the incredible 100 miles of Georgia's coastline lies the magical seaside retreat of the Golden Isles. Nestled along stretches of sand dunes and salt marshes, the mainland city of Brunswick and its four beloved barrier islands--St. Simons Island, Sea Island, Jekyll Island and Little St. Simons Island--offer breathtaking landscapes, a variety of recreational pursuits, and an inherent tranquility. Each area has its own distinguishing characteristics. The largest of the isles, St. Simons Island (Voted both America's Most Romantic Town and Favorite Beach Town by Travel + Leisure), features moss-draped, oak-lined streets, sandy beaches, and hundreds of quality dining and shopping options to please any taste. The pictureperfect barrier island is filled with exceptional historic sites, museums, plantation era ruins, and a National Historic Monument (Fort Frederica). Uncover an array of island activities, including kayaking, fishing, paddle boarding, biking, and golf, as well as accommodations that fit any budget. A short drive away brings you to Sea Island, which houses two of the top ten resorts in the continental U.S. Sea Island, an internationally acclaimed Five Star resort, features The Cloister and The Lodge at Sea Island. The resort offers unmatched amenities, world class golf, and all of the activities under the sun, from a yacht club to a shooting school to 2015 Time Inc. Affluent Media. Used under license. Travel+Leisure and Time Inc. Affluent Media are not affiliated with, and do not endorse products or services of Golden Isles. GOLDEN ISLES OF GEORGIA a Five Star 65,000-square-foot spa. For those seeking the most intimate and natural experience, Sea Island has it all. Little St. Simons Island is only accessible by boat and is like having your own private island getaway. This island allows you to discover nature in its truest form. You will also experience sensational cuisine and a myriad of activities in the most memorable setting. Venture into the city of Brunswick to discover history as rich as its seafood--city streets and squares still bearing their colonial names and uniquely Southern historic sites. The downtown district features a growing mix of antique shops, art galleries, theatres and restaurants. Just to the south lies Jekyll Island, a unique state park prized for its history and open space. The island offers ten miles of beaches, bike paths, an amazing National Historic Landmark District, the Georgia Sea Turtle Center, and a variety of shops, restaurants, and accommodations. Your visit to the Golden Isles is bound to be a slice of heaven, letting you experience so much within one destination. GETTING THERE (Map to the right): The Golden Isles of Georgia is nearly equidistant from Savannah and Jacksonville. For more upcoming events, how to get around, and additional area information, please visit GoldenIsles.com. Untitled-1 1 ADVERTISEMENT GoldenIsles.com GOLDEN ISLES OF GEORGIA G etting into and getting settled in the Golden Isles is a virtually effortless endeavor, with easy access to an exceptional airport and a wide range of accommodations. Brunswick, a scenic and historic mainland port city founded in 1771, serves as a major transportation center for those flying to and from the isles. Delta flights from Brunswick Golden Isles Airport, BQK (flygcairports.com), to Atlanta connect with more than 300 of the airline's destinations worldwide. The airport terminal's design reflects the Spanish influence of the area's famed resorts and offers passengers a truly relaxed travel experience. Brunswick Golden Isles Airport Village Inn & Pub Ready for a nightcap? Sip the signature Wild Orchid Martini--a coconut rum and pineapple juice concoction--at Village Inn & Pub's (villageinnandpub.com) solid mahogany bar, which was brought over from England. Situated in the heart of the Village on St. Simons Island, the picturesque inn's twenty-eight guest rooms are set around a restored 1930s beach cottage (home to the pub and concierge desk) and giant live oaks. Surround yourself with nature's tropical beauty and island charm at the oceanfront King and Prince Beach & Golf Resort (kingandprince.com) on St. Simons Island. Appreciated for a selection of richly decorated rooms, spacious villas, and resort residences, this historic resort pairs friendly Southern hospitality with modern amenities. Playtime at the resort has just as much variety: take a dip in the five oceanfront pools, opt for a round at the scenic King and Prince Golf Course, or relax with a massage at the Royal Treatment Cottage. And feast on the finest coastal cuisine for breakfast, lunch, dinner, happy hour, and more at ECHO, the island's only oceanfront restaurant. GoldenIsles.com ADVERTISEMENT King and Prince Beach & Golf Resort P rized for its pristine natural beauty and gracious hospitality, Little St. Simons Island (LittleSSI.com) offers seven miles of private beaches and 10,000 acres of undeveloped wilderness. Privately owned since 1908 and accessible only by boat, Little St. Simons Island features well-appointed accommodations in six charming cottages for no more than thirty-two overnight guests, who can enjoy naturalist-led recreational experiences, including birding, fishing, kayaking, hiking, beachcombing, and more. GOLDEN ISLES OF GEORGIA Little St. Simons Island On St. Simons Island, with access to many Sea Island amenities, on-site pool, wifi and laundry facilities. SI_SGVG_2016Ad.indd 1 seaisland.com 855-993-3824 Gold1e1n/11Is/1l5es3:.1c6oPmM GOLDEN ISLES OF GEORGIA Jekyll Island Club Hotel Driftwood Beach R ecognized as a National Historic Landmark since 1978, the grand Jekyll Island Club Hotel (jekyllclub.com) sits within the historic village. The hotel is a short walk to the Jekyll Wharf, where folks arrived on their yachts to enjoy the Golden Isles as early as 1888. The hotel offers a vision of its past with classic American Queen Anne architecture, distinguished by its famed turret, bay windows, and verandas, and period reproductions in its 157 rooms and suites. Today, guests can experience an outdoor pool open year round, private beach pavilion, and tournament-level croquet lawn. Guests can also enjoy fine dining at the Grand Dining Room and the Courtyard at Crane located in historic Crane Cottage. Days Inn & Suites Jekyll Island Family and budget friendly lodging options are plentiful on Jekyll Island. They blend seamlessly into the island's majestic landscape, which features such hallmarks as glistening sandy beaches, beguiling marshes, and picturesque maritime forests that offer nature-based adventures and discovery. Jekyll Island's Days Inn & Suites (daysinnjekyll.com) is an award winning, centrally located hotel with a great beach location! The property offers ocean and island view guest rooms, as well as oceanfront one-bedroom suites that feature a galley kitchen, a living room with a queen sofa sleeper, and either a private balcony or patio. Guests enjoy a complimentary continental breakfast, free WiFi, two pools, bike and kayak rentals, and more. It's all about relaxation at the Westin Jekyll Island (westinjekyllisland.com). Renew and Refresh with the Westin's signature amenities including the Heavenly Bed and Heavenly Bath (a rain shower with White Tea bath products--yes, please) in one of 187 guest rooms and thirteen suites. Unwind at the seaside outdoor pool with direct beach access. Dining options include an indoor-outdoor oceanfront restaurant, a rooftop lounge, and poolside and lobby cafes that feature local ingredients and the latest mixology. GoldenIsles.com ADVERTISEMENT Westin Jekyll Island GOLDEN ISLES OF GEORGIA I mmerse yourself in the culture of the Golden Isles as you celebrate the culinary traditions of its beautiful stretch of the Georgia coast. From the freshest seafood to highly acclaimed barbeque and Southern staples, there's something to satisfy every palate. Catch a sunset bite at Latitude 31 (latitude31jekyllisland.com) on the Historic Jekyll Wharf in the Landmark District. Steaks and fresh seafood, including items from the adjacent Rah Bar--like wild Georgia shrimp, oysters, and Dungeness crab legs--are on the menu. Order up a Rah Margarita and enjoy live music on the weekends. And feel free to invite furry family members too, as dogs are welcome. Latitude 31 Tortuga Jack's Within walking distance of the Jekyll Island Convention Center, Tortuga Jack's (tortugajacks.com) is the newest entry in the island's culinary offerings. Tortuga Jack's is the only oceanfront restaurant on Jekyll Island with a view second to none. Adjacent to the Great Dunes Park, Tortuga Jack's boasts a 3,000-square-foot, pet-friendly deck overlooking the dunes and the Atlantic Ocean. While dining, patrons experience fresh Baja Mexican cuisine with the best margaritas around! The restaurant is open seven days a week with Happy Hour specials. Holiday Inn Resort at Jekyll Island For a kid-friendly stay, head to the Holiday Inn Resort at Jekyll Island (hijklresort.com), which boasts 157 new, contemporary rooms in an environmentally friendly oceanfront facility. The pool area includes an expansive outdoor deck with a poolside bar and grill, The Anchor. Beach House, another restaurant opening in summer 2016, focuses on fresh local seafood and craft beers on tap. And everyone will love the Kids Club with its on-site activities director. Enjoy all that the oceanfront property has to offer. GoldenIsles.com LAND OF COUNTRY'S BIGGEST STAR TALKS GEORGIA GREAT MUSIC AND PUTTING A SMALL TOWN ON THE MAP Interview by Elizabeth Florio 14 GEORGIA ON MY MIND Growing up in Leesburg, Georgia, what are some of the most memorable shows you saw? The Albany Civic Center was where I would see a lot of my shows growing up. Reba McEntire came through there a lot, and Travis Tritt, and Alabama. I saw New Kids on the Block there back in the seventh or eighth grade. It was pretty crazy. You've played in Georgia longer than anywhere else. What are some of your favorite places to perform? The Georgia Theatre [in Athens] is definitely up there--kind of the crown jewel back when I was having early dreams of a music career. We've had so many amazing shows at [Aaron's Amphitheatre at] Lakewood. And doing the Georgia National Fair in Perry, playing the arena there--it was a place I saw a lot of shows. The American Legion in Valdosta was also a fun little place to play. Were the outdoors a big part of your childhood? I'd say they were the biggest part of my childhood. It was certainly our way of life. Does this mean that when you're home in Leesburg you like to be outside? Yes! Typically I'm trying to do a little deer hunting or quail hunting or fishing on the Flint River. A lot of country musicians sing about farming and fishing and dirt roads. But it seems you come by it pre y authentically. I think when you're writing a song, when you pull from what you know best, it does become authentic. The fans can sense you know what you're talking about and it's a tangible, real-life thing rather than something you dreamt up or just pulled out of thin air. So when you're singing about dirt roads, are there specific ones you're picturing? There's a million of 'em [in Leesburg]. Heck, there's Crotwell Road--though I don't think it's a dirt road anymore, I think they paved it. Batts Road, King Road. There's a bunch of 'em. Any favorite haunts as a kid? There's a place in Smithville, Georgia, called Sonja's Kitchen. You walk up to JIM WRIGHT Escape to Athens LIVE MUSIC CENTRAL the window and order. They've got good milkshakes and cheeseburgers. I had a lot of lunches there in my day. Any other favorite destinations in the state? Lake Burton is really beautiful. That's kind of a hidden little gem. I've spent a summer up there with some relatives. Certainly Statesboro has a special place in my heart, obviously going to college [Georgia Southern University] there, and it's where I met my wife. And Savannah. I spent a lot of days stumbling up and down the streets of Savannah. Is your wife from Georgia? Yes, she's from Sandersville, and I've spent a lot of time in Sandersville, too. Her parents still live there. Musician Phillip Phillips and professional baseball player Buster Posey are also from Leesburg. Is there something in the water there? You know, I think it's pretty amazing that three guys went out and hit the big time. It's just a testament to a great little community and a lot of special people, and the good Lord shined down on Leesburg when it came to us three guys going out and putting Leesburg on the map. So it's a fun little anomaly. Plan your getaway at VisitAthensGA.com Dining, shopping and lodging from the name brands you know and trust! EWXPnLeORRoEns Located 90 minutes south of Atlanta, 1-75 exits 146 and 144 warnerrobinsvisitorscenter.com 888-288-WRGA EXPLOREGEORGIA.ORG 15 RICK DIAMOND FROM A COUNTRY CHART TOPPER TO A MEMBER OF BLUES ROYALTY TOP MUSICIANS SING THE PRAISES OF THEIR HOME STATE By Allison Entrekin Photo by Jason Thrasher 1166 GGEEOORRGGIIAA OONN MMYY MMIINNDD EEXXPPLLOORREEGGEEOORRGGIIAA..OORRGG 1177 ay Charles and Li le Richard. James Brown and Otis Redding. The Allman Brothers. R.E.M. Outkast. Georgia's musical heritage is as rich and diverse as the state itself. Country star Luke Bryan, who hails from the South Georgia town of Leesburg, knows this well. "In Georgia, there's shoreline, there's mountains, there's farmland, there's rural areas, there's metropolitan areas--and there's all the people that make up all that," says Bryan, Country Music Association's reigning Entertainer of the Year. "It's inspiration." Chat with Georgia musicians about the state's musical legacy, and the discussion typically starts with pioneers like Albany-born Ray Charles or Augusta's James Brown. But in addition to name-checking the legends, artists are quick to credit Georgia cities as musical inspiration. The creative environment of Athens birthed R.E.M., the B-52s, and Widespread Panic, while the melting pot of Atlanta has proved fertile launching ground for big names in music, including Ludacris, Lil Jon, Indigo Girls, Sugarland, Black Crowes, Third Day, and the Grammy-winning Atlanta Symphony Orchestra. The Augusta area gave rise to Lady Antebellum, while Zac Brown was influenced by his upbringing in Dahlonega. "Georgia has such a rich musical heritage covering all genres," says Otis Redding III, whose own hometown, Macon, launched the careers of his father, the Allman Brothers Band, and Jason Aldean. David Barbe, a musician and producer who directs the University of Georgia's music business program in Athens, agrees. "One of the cool things about music in the state of Georgia is that it's not defined by one kind of music," he says. "We have R&B, hip-hop, gospel, and an amazing symphony orchestra. Georgia has it all." And live performances are in ample supply. A year-round slate of music festivals keeps toes tapping, and music venues across the state host live performances nightly (see sidebars). "On any given night, there are hundreds of venues and hundreds of bands playing," says Claire Campbell of the Athens band Hope For Agoldensummer. "It's great here!" 20 24 16 18 7 13 2 4 6 10 21 12 14 17 8 23 25 27 26 29 30 31 1 3 11 19 28 5 9 15 22 PHOTO KEY CARLOS COELHO WHO'S WHO? Pages 16-17 1. Benjamin Cummings, Macon 2. Carletha Sullivan, Bolden Community/Briar Patch 3. Robert Lee Coleman, Macon 4. Brenton Jordan, Bolden Community/Briar Patch 5. Bennie Mobley, Barnesville 6. Carla Jordan, Bolden Community/Briar Patch 7. Chris Mitchell, Statesboro 8. Bryan Howard, Athens 9. Don Chambers, Athens 10. Randall Bramble , Athens 11. Art Rosenbaum, Athens 12. Vanessa Briscoe Hay, Athens 13. Ma hew Kaminski, Atlanta 14. CaroMia, Dahlonega 15. Claire Campbell, Athens 16. Karen Gordon, Augusta 17. Jason Kenney, Dahlonega 18. Keith Jenkins, Augusta 19. Lloyd Buchanan, Columbus 20. Lloyd Harold, Savannah 21. Paris Luna, Carrollton 22. Eric "Ricky" McKinnie, Atlanta 23. Jason Fuller, Athens 24. Sienna Chandler, Athens 25. David Barbe, Athens 26. Gwen Hughes, Atlanta 27. Bo Henry, Albany 28. Otis Redding III, Macon 29. Jon Waits, Savannah 30. Adam Hayes, Rome 31. Neal Lucas, Buena Vista 18 GEORGIA ON MY MIND CRIMSON MOON NORTHSIDE TAVERN STEPHEN TALKOVICH THE JINX GEOFF L JOHNSON PHOTOGRAPHY WE ASKED SOME OF GEORGIA'S TOP MUSICAL ARTISTS WHAT'S YOUR FAVORITE MUSIC VENUE IN GEORGIA? HERE ARE THEIR PICKS 40 Wa , Athens, 40wa .com Alley Cat, Carrollton, carrolltonmainstreet.com Ashley Street Station, Valdosta, facebook.com/ashleystreetstation Atlanta Symphony Hall, Atlanta, atlantasymphony.org Brewhouse Music & Grill, Rome, romebrewhouse.com Buckhead Theatre, Atlanta, thebuckheadtheatre.com Caledonia, Athens, caledonialounge.com Churchill Grounds, Atlanta, churchillgrounds.com Cox Capitol Theatre, Macon, coxcapitoltheatre.com Crimson Moon, Dahlonega, thecrimsonmoon.com Douglass Theatre, Macon, douglasstheatre.org The Earl, Atlanta, badearl.com Eddie's A ic, Decatur, eddiesa ic.com Emma Kelly Theater, Statesboro, averi centerforthearts.org Fat Ma 's, Atlanta, fatma sribshack.com The Foundry, Athens, thefoundryathens.com Fox Theatre, Atlanta, foxtheatre.org Georgia Theatre, Athens, georgiatheatre.com Gnat's Landing, Statesboro, statesborocity.com/gnatslanding.html Grant's Lounge, Macon, grantslounge. com Harvest Moon, Albany, facebook.com/ harvestmoonpizza Hendershot's Coffee, Athens, hendershotscoffee.com Hummingbird Stage and Taproom, Macon, hummingbirdmacon.com Jessye Norman Amphitheatre, Augusta, visitaugusta.com The Jinx, Savannah, thejinx912.com Live Wire, Athens, livewireathens.com Lucas Theatre, Savannah, lucastheatre.com Mill Town Music Hall, Bremen, milltownmusichall.com Monkey's Uncle, Griffin, monkeysunclegrill.com Morton Theatre, Athens, mortontheatre.com Northside Tavern, Atlanta, northsidetavern.com Pud's, Bainbridge, facebook.com/ pages/puds/116003081760615 Red Clay Music Foundry, Duluth, eddieowenpresents.com Rylander Theatre, Americus, rylander. org Sky City, Augusta, skycityaugusta.com Soul Bar, Augusta, soulbar.com Steve's Live Music, Sandy Springs, steveslivemusic.com Symphony Hall, Atlanta, atlantasymphony.org Tabernacle, Atlanta, tabernacleatl.com Tybee Island Social Club, Tybee Island, tybeeislandsocialclub.com Variety Playhouse, Atlanta, variety-playhouse.com Velvet Note, Alphare a, thevelvetnote.com Verizon Wireless Amphitheatre, Alphare a, vzwamp.com WHAT'S YOUR FAVORITE MUSIC FESTIVAL IN GEORGIA? WE ASKED TOP MUSICIANS FROM AROUND GEORGIA THIS QUESTION HERE'S HOW THEY ANSWERED Athfest, Athens, athfest.com Atlanta Jazz Festival, Atlanta, atlantafestivals.com Blind Willie McTell Blues Festival, Thomson, blindwillie. com/the-festival Bragg Jam, Macon, braggjam.org Briar Patch Music Festival, Damascus, briarpatchpro.com Decatur BBQ, Blues, and Bluegrass Festival, Decatur, decaturbbqfestival.com Gram Parsons Guitar and Tribute Festival, Waycross, gpgpfest.com Music Midtown, Atlanta, musicmidtown.com National Black Arts Festival, Atlanta, nbaf.org North Georgia Folk Festival, Athens, athensfolk.org/festival ONE MusicFest, Atlanta, onemusicfest.com Revival Fest, Savannah, revivalfest.org Savannah Music Festival, Savannah, savannahmusicfestival.org Savannah Stopover, Savannah, savannahstopover.com Shaky Knees Festival, Atlanta, shakykneesfestival.com Skydog Festival, Macon, skydogmacon.com Slingshot, Athens, slingshotathens.com Wire and Wood Songwriters Festival, Alphare a, wireandwoodalphare a.com EXPLOREGEORGIA.ORG 19 Georgia's Outdoor WONDERS See one--or be er yet, see them all! By Karina Timmel Antenucci From the "Li le Grand Canyon" to the tallest cascading waterfall in the Southeast, experience Georgia's most stunning natural a ractions. Blood Mountain Even if hiking the Appalachian Trail isn't on your bucket list, you can always say you experienced a bite-sized portion of it. A two-and-a-half-mile hike on Blood Mountain Trail takes you from Neels Gap to the mountain's 4,458-foot summit, the highest point in Georgia on the Appalachian Trail. This is not for the faint of heart, as the climb is pre y steep (you'll gain about 1,350 feet most of it during the last mile) and requires navigating around rocks and boulders. The views of the surrounding mountains, though, make it worth the effort. Before or a er the trek, make sure to peruse the wares at Mountain Crossings, which is full of hiking treasures. georgia-atclub.org 20 GEORGIA ON MY MIND GDED 1. Cloudland Canyon One visit here and you'll understand why it's widely considered one of the best places to camp in the state. Cloudland Canyon, positioned on the western point of Lookout Mountain in Rising Fawn, has something for everyone. Take your pick from seventy-two campsites, ten yurts (circular tents), sixteen family-friendly co ages, and thirteen backcountry camp- sites (for the real outdoorsy types). As for activities, there are thirty miles 1 of mountain-biking trails, several hiking loops of varying lengths and dif- ficulties (be sure to explore the two-mile Waterfalls Trail), guided caving excursions, and picnic shelters. Then there are the extraordinary views-- watching the sunset here is a must. gastateparks.org/cloudlandcanyon 2. Arabia Mountain National Heritage Area Located just east of Atlanta, this National Natural Landmark took 400 million years to form. Hike its granite monadnocks, which are isolated and exposed rock hills only found in a handful of places. There are also more than thirty miles of paved multiuse trails open to cyclists and pedestrians (the Arabia Mountain PATH) that take you past twenty-one historic sites and vistas. Don't miss the Flat Rock Archives (open to the public on Tuesdays), a museum dedicated to the slaves and their 2 descendants who maintained this community for approximately 150 years. arabiaalliance.org, flatrockarchives.org 3. Dri wood Beach This stunning beach on the north end of Jekyll Island looks like an artist set up wooden installations across its sandy shores. The only artist here, though, is Mother Nature. One of three main beaches on the island, Dri wood Beach gets its name from the large pieces of dri wood and tree skeletons sca ered across the sand due to erosion on the northern shoreline. It's peaceful here, not overrun by tourists, and perfect for kicking back with a book, horseback riding, or simply gazing across the St. Simons Sound. goldenisles.com/listing/dri wood-beach GEORGIA DNR GDED GDED GDED MICHAEL LUSK/USFW 3 4. Providence Canyon Outdoor Recreation Area Georgia's "Li le Grand Canyon" looks similar to its much larger Arizonian counterpart, with gorgeous red- and orange-hued cliffs--but it wasn't formed in the same natural way. Providence Canyon Outdoor Recreation Area in Lumpkin resulted from poor farming techniques used during the 1800s, which le furrows from plows in the so soil that turned into the deep 150-foot gullies of today. Still, it sure is a sight for your camera lenses. Hike along three miles of trails through the canyon; if you go in July or August, look out for the pre y plumleaf azalea in bloom--the flower is exclusive to this region. gastateparks.org/providencecanyon 5. Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge 4 Swamp tour time! The Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge, spanning 628 square miles, offers entertainment and education for the whole family. Ogle American alligators, migratory birds, and several species of bats as you explore the Okefenokee Swamp by kayak, canoe, or swamp boat. The roughly 8,000-year-old swamp is considered the headwaters of the Suwanee and St. Marys Rivers and is world-renowned for its am- phibian populations. The best times for alligator sightings are the spring and summer, when you most likely will get an up-close-and-personal look at the fourteen- to nineteen-foot creatures that can weigh as much as 500 pounds. You'll also learn about the more than 600 plant species that have been identified in the Okefenokee Swamp, designated by the Ramsar Convention as a Wetland of International Importance. fws.gov/ refuge/okefenokee Continued on page 24 5 EXPLOREGEORGIA.ORG 21 Experience Georgia Adventure If you think all state parks are the same, think again! Take a walk on the wild side at the Adventure Lodges of Georgia. Nature and adrenaline collide as you test your skills and bravery with Adventure Activities including archery, zip lining, rock wall climbing, kayaking, mountain biking and many more! Visit us soon for an experience of a lifetime. Begin your adventure today! GaAdventureLodge.com Unicoi State Park & Lodge Amicalola Falls State Park & Lodge (800) 573-9659 (800) 573-9656 BOGO tBhmeuyesenoctnoioennadctfhtriievseitawydhawnehndiylgeoeut making a reservation. This caMnnEuoxsttpbiirneeccslouDmdeebciaenmnedboevwreri3tn1hi,ga2hn0ty1s6ota.thye. r offer. Get Away Completely. BlueRidgeMountains.com 22 GEORGIA ON MY MIND VISIT TYBEE 20 minutes from Historic Savannah VisitTybee.com View our online state parks guide! Explore the hidden gems at Georgia State Parks and Historic Sites! Hidden Gem Adventure Lodges Historic Sites Camping, Cottages and Yurts Think you've seen all that Georgia State Parks have to offer? Do you have a knack for exploration and discovery? Introducing Georgia State Parks: Hidden Gems, your chance to see the undiscovered side of Georgia State Parks and Historic Sites. From the unique rock features at High Falls State Park, to a live re-enactment of the arrest of Alexander Hamilton Stephens, you don't want to miss these once-in-a-lifetime experiences. Visit GaStateParks.org/HiddenGems to sign up and plan your visit. Act quickly, because many of these events are limited. Book your stay today! GaStateParks.org | 800-864-7275 reservations 6. Amicalola Falls Georgia is home to the tallest cascading waterfall in the Southeast: Amicalola Falls. It towers 729 feet above Amicalola Falls State Park in Dawsonville and is accessible via easy walking paths or a more challenging hiking trail with staircases. When you make it to the top, enjoy a picnic while you take in the sounds and scene of rushing water. If you're feeling adventurous post-waterfall, hike five miles to 6 spend the night at Len Foote Hike Inn, a backcountry lodge accessible only by foot. gastateparks.org/amicalolafalls 7. Indian Springs Right smack in the middle of Georgia (in Flovilla) sits the 528-acre Indian Springs State Park, one of the oldest state parks in the country. A main attraction here is the water--a great way to cool off during a hot Southern summer. Wade in Big Sandy Creek or swim in Chief McIntosh Lake (note: it may be dry through February 2016 due to draining), or rent a rowboat and enjoy a waterfront picnic. Creek Indians believed the spring water had healing qualities, and you can still sample its flow inside the stone Spring House. Done with the water? Hit up the bike paths, nature trails, or miniature golf, or pitch a tent in one of the sixty roomy campsites. gastateparks.org/indiansprings 7 8. Altamaha River Pack your binoculars and long-lensed camera for the bird-viewing mecca that is the Altamaha River. Spanning more than 100 miles, the scenic river is formed by the merging of the Ocmulgee and Oconee Rivers and borders eleven different counties in southeast Georgia. Hop in on the action within any of these counties, and look out for bald eagles, great horned owls, ruby-throated hummingbirds, swallow-tailed kites, red-cockaded woodpeckers, and hundreds of other types of birds. See them as you hike the trails, or hire a local outfitter to guide you on a paddling trip or fishing tour of the area. altamahariver.org 9. Heggie's Rock 8 This 130-acre granite outcrop in Appling is like nothing you've seen before. The rocky landscape, which looms seventy feet overhead, showcases exposed granite, moss- and lichen-covered rocks, soil is- lands, and dish gardens (shallow pools) that support rare and unusual plants. Heggie's Rock was made a National Natural Landmark in 1980 and is now only open to visitors via a Nature Conservancyguided tour, as they work to protect it from erosion and monitor its rare plants. exploregeorgia.org 10. Radium Springs Creek Indians are said to have fished in the clear, fresh waters of Radium Springs in Albany. Later, it became one of Georgia's most popular resort areas and gained its name when traces of naturally 9 occurring radium--extremely uncommon--were found in the water. You can no longer swim in the state's largest natural spring, but it's now a historical site accompanied by a botanical garden. Experience a day of strolling through its beautiful gardens, sitting in one of the gazebos, and exploring the ruins of the former resort and 1920s casino. visitalbanyga.com GEORGIA DNR, GEORGIA DNR, STEADYFLY PRODuCTIONS, MARC DEL SANTRO, ALBANY CONvENTION AND vISITORS BuREAu Natural resources abound in Georgia! 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From a gallery housing a jaw-dropping collection of historic hand tools, to a history museum with an exhibit honoring none other than Doc Holliday, these hidden gems are finds indeed. DR JOSEPH KITCHENS GARY RUSSETH Enter a time capsule when you visit the World War II Flight Training Museum in Douglas. One of the only civilian schools of its kind still in existence, the museum lets visitors see almost exactly what the approximately 5,000 to 10,000 cadets saw when they arrived here between 1941 and 1944, including barracks still furnished with bunks, desks, and chairs. "I believe visitors leave with a deep respect for the sacrifice these young cadets made when they signed up to become pilots and fly to defend the United States," says Kelly Hoomes, former staff docent and museum manager. "The museum gives you the opportunity to walk in their footsteps and to visualize--and maybe almost feel--the energy that buzzed around the base during wartime." Step back even further in time at the Midway Museum in Midway, where settlers from the late 1700s, including Declaration of Independence signer Lyman Hall, took a stand for independence from the British. Georgia's only Colonial house museum, opened in 1959, is housed in a replica eighteenth-century coastal cottage. You'll find exhibits about the area's history and displays of heirloom furnishings, artwork, artifacts, and genealogical books from the Colonial period through 1865. Transition from patriots to outlaws at and international events." Ready for a chuckle? The Laurel and Hardy Museum in Harlem features memorabilia from the slapstick comedy duo Stan Laurel and Oliver Hardy (who was born in Harlem), popular in American cinema from the late 1920s to the mid 1940s. The museum includes a small theater where you can view any of the comedians' short films; while you're here, don't miss the figurines of Ethel, their beloved primate. Another famous Georgian jokester never made it to film, but his antics were well known in the White House and documented by the media. Billy Carter, baby brother of President Jimmy Carter, capitalized upon his colorful, beer-drinking persona by endorsing Billy Beer. The Billy Carter Service Station Museum in Plains is the gas and service station Billy purchased in 1972, where you'll find rare cans of the beer alongside photos of the Carter family and articles from Billy's wardrobe. A different kind of character--a fictional one, that is--takes center stage at the Uncle Remus Museum in Eatonton. Uncle Remus is the imagined narrator of a collection of African American folktales compiled by author Joel Chandler Harris, who was born in Eatonton. The museum's two "I believe visitors leave with a deep respect for the sacrifice these young cadets made when they signed up to become pilots and fly to defend the United States." --Kelly Hoomes Lowndes County Historical Museum in Valdosta's former Carnegie Library. Dentistturned-gunslinger Doc Holliday grew up in the area, and you can explore an exhibit that includes old photos of his family and childhood home. According to Museum Executive Director Donald O'Quinn Davis, the greatest takeaway from the 10,000-squarefoot exhibition space is understanding how the area's history has made a "surprising number of specific contributions to national main cabins are filled with artifacts and memorabilia from Harris's life, including first and second editions of his books (some in different languages), twelve shadow boxes containing delicate woodcarvings of "de critters" (such as Br'er Rabbit), and a hand-painted mural depicting a Southern plantation. "To step inside the old cabins is to step back in time to relive a part of history in the 1800s in rural Georgia," says Lynda Walker, museum manager. Lowndes County Historical Museum, Valdosta Even more history abounds at the Elberton Granite Museum and Exhibit in Elberton, the "Granite Capital of the World." Here you'll find granite monuments, granite working tools, and a history of granite in the area. Don't miss the room dedicated to "Dutchy," the first piece of granite not used as a stone for memorials. Instead, it was made into a statue that was unveiled on the Elberton Square in 1898 to honor Confederate veterans--but because of Dutchy's inaccurate uniform and unattractive form, he was torn down. "Someone said he looked like a cross between a Pennsylvania Dutchman and a hippopotamus--that's where the nickname came from," says Chris Kubas, executive vice president of the Elberton Granite Association. Dutchy lay buried eight feet under the square until 1982, when he was exhumed. For some fun for the whole family, take a guided tour (by advance reservation only) of the Southeastern Railway Museum in Duluth, Georgia's official transportation history museum situated on a thirty-five-acre site. Enjoy a ride in a restored caboose powered by an antique diesel locomotive and view more than ninety pieces of retired railroad equipment, including the 1911 historic Pullman private car Superb and a Light Pacific steam locomotive. After you've learned about trains, it's time to get an education in tools: Check out the fascinating Sellars Gallery of Historic Hand Tools, located at the Funk Heritage Center at Reinhardt College in Waleska. The gallery features a collection of tools from almost every trade gathered by hardwarebusiness owners Alan and Louise Sellars over a lifetime. LOWNDES COUNT Y HISTORICAL MUSEUM, VALDOSTA , GA , D O U G L A S 6 3 R D P R E S E R VAT I O N S O C I E T Y, I N C . // RESOURCES // World War II Flight Training Museum wwiiflighttraining.org, The Midway Museum themidwaymuseum.org, Lowndes County Historical Museum valdostamuseum.com, The Laurel and Hardy Museum 706.556.0401, Billy Carter Service Station Museum plainsgeorgia.com/billys_station.html, Uncle Remus Museum uncleremusmuseum.org, Elberton Granite Museum and Exhibit egaonline. com, Southeastern Railway Museum srmduluth.org, Sellars Gallery of Historic Hand Tools reinhardt.edu/funkheritage/highlights/tools.php EXPLOREGEORGIA.ORG 27 FDR "Unfinished Portrait," Warm Springs Brush with HISTORY New Echota, Calhoun Georgia Historic Sites inform and inspire the whole family By Beth Largasse In a state that has seen the Revolutionary and Civil Wars, a gold rush, and the erection of a "Li le White House," there's no shortage of fascinating historic sites. The Department of Natural Resources and Georgia State Parks maintain eighteen such spots around Georgia (gastateparks.org/historic). Travel with your family to a few story-filled favorites before checking into a nearby state lodge (gastateparks.org/lodges). Native ground In 1838, 17,000 Cherokee Indians were forcibly relocated westward on the Trail of Tears, which began in Calhoun, Georgia. But before those dark days, their thriving capital was nearby New Echota, where visitors can still tour the courthouse, an 1805 store, and the print shop where a bilingual newspaper was produced. Near New Echota is the Chief Vann House, where Cherokee leader and wealthy businessman James Vann built a beautiful estate in 1804 that has been painstakingly preserved. As you tour the home, you might be startled to discover many Cherokee plantation owners had black and Indian slaves. South of those sites stand the Etowah Indian Mounds. These six large domes resembling J.R.R. Tolkien's hilly Shire were home to several thousand Native Americans from 1000 to 1550 A.D.; view artifacts such as feathers, copper ear ornaments, shells, and paint. After a day of touring this trio, check into the Lodge at Amicalola Falls, situated inside the nearby Chattahoochee National Forest. The property is steps from the 729-foot-tall waterfall from which it gets its name. Gold standard The Trail of Tears was actually sparked by fierce "gold fever" 28 GEORGIA ON MY MIND GEORGIA DNR Wormsloe Historic Site, Savannah Etowah Indian Mounds, Cartersville in North Georgia. The discovery of nuggets in Dahlonega took place twenty years before the 1849 frenzy in California, making it America's first gold rush. Between 1838 and 1861, the U.S. Branch Mint in Dahlonega coined $6 million in gold. Today, the Dahlonega Gold Museum, located in the former Lumpkin County Courthouse, tells the story of those days. Numismatists can spy rare coins, while kids can ogle a nugget weighing more than five ounces. Naturally, gold panning establishments are available all around the area for those still looking to find fortune. Northeast of Dahlonega, in the Chattahoochee National Forest, is Unicoi State Park & Lodge. This rustic respite has well-appointed guest rooms, lofts, and cottages with wood-burning fireplaces; some accommodations have views of the state park. Amicalola Falls, Dawsonville GO PARKING Georgia State Parks dot the state, offering recreation and relaxation at every turn. Search for them by city in our A ractions and Lodgings sections. War and peace From the French and Indian War to the Civil War, the Peach State is no stranger to bloody battles. Journey to the southeast corner of Georgia to see coastal Colonial and Civil War forts where the military held off the British and those damn Yankees, respectively. A straight shot down I-95 takes you by Fort McAllister, the final stop on General William Sherman's March to the Sea. Under the shade of moss-covered live oaks, the earthwork fortification is perfectly preserved with cannons, barracks, and Civil War artifacts overlooking the Ogeechee River. A thirtymile drive south on I-95 brings you to Fort Morris on the Medway River in Sunbury, a structure once filled with 200 patriots who stood against the British. In 1779, it fell to the Redcoats, and locals still perform reenactments for onlookers. A bit farther down the coast, you'll come upon Fort King George in Darien. From 1721 until 1736, this was the southernmost outpost of the British Empire in North America. Reachable by ferry, the Reynolds Mansion on nearby Sapelo Island is an exclusive, uncommon overnight excursion. Formerly the home of plantation owner and tobacco magnate R.J. Reynolds, it was built in 1912 and has thirteen bedrooms and eleven bathrooms for guests. It's surrounded by untouched dunes and unpopulated beaches for a visit that's nothing short of serene. Amazing abodes A smaller home worth seeing, with no less distinction, is President Franklin Delano Roosevelt's retreat in Warm Springs. Dubbed the Little White House, the 1932 home now has a museum that Dahlonega Gold Museum, Dahlonega houses dozens of his canes, his handoperated 1938 Ford convertible, and the famous "Unfinished Portrait" for which he was sitting when he suffered a fatal stroke. Sixty years before FDR traveled to Georgia to soak in the warm waters he believed helped his polio affliction, General Sherman also traveled this way, but for a hostile reason. His infamous march left much of Georgia ablaze; only a few plantations and historically significant homes on his path still dot the state map. Head toward the Atlantic Ocean to tour two that remain: the Hofwyl-Broadfield Plantation and Wormsloe Historic Site. The former is an antebellum rice plantation and museum; the latter includes ruins of Savannah's oldest Colonial estate. Move west to Thomasville to discover the Lapham-Patterson House, an 1884 Victorian home that featured gas lighting and indoor plumbing when both were novelties. A short drive from Thomasville lie two exquisite southwest Georgia lodges run by the State Parks system. The first, George T. Bagby Lodge, resembles a ski lodge with sixty guest rooms, five cottages, and a pristine golf course. The other is Lake Blackshear Resort & Golf Club at Georgia Veterans State Park, an impressive resort on the water with an on-site museum featuring items that date back to the Revolutionary War. 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Tee up at GaStateParks.org/Golfing WORLD-CLASS GOLF AND THE WONDERS OF NATURE IN PINE MOUNTAIN The Mountain View course is ranked among the nation's top courses and served as the PGA TOUR Buick Challenge site. Lake View, the original course, challenges every club in the bag with woodland borders and lakeside settings. 22-acre Twin Lakes Practice Facility includes nearly 2 acres of manicured tee space, multiple target and a large putting green. From bag drop to final putt, golfing here stays true to founder Cason Callaway's vision that "playing golf should be a pleasant experience in beautiful surrounds." For tee times and golf packages, call (855) 496-9724 or visit callawaygardens.com. 1-800-455-0619 www.GeorgiaGolfandTravel.com ON THE ROAD 6 scenic Georgia drives By Giannina Smith Bedford Brasstown Bald Sometimes the journey is just as much fun as the destination. Grab your keys, pack some snacks, and hit the road to experience some of the most picturesque drives in Georgia. Russell-Brasstown Scenic Byway Traveling through White, Towns, and Union counties, this nearly forty-one-mile national byway looks onto gorgeous vistas surrounded by the Chattahoochee National Forest. Wind through the mountain gaps and valleys of the Southern Appalachians, stopping for Kodak moments along the way. One of the best is atop Brasstown Bald, the highest natural point in the state and an ideal spot to watch the leaves turn brilliant colors in the fall. Be sure to pack a lunch for this drive: There are numerous picnic spots at the scenic overlooks. If the weather is nice and you feel like some exercise, tackle the nearly two-mile round-trip hike to Dukes Creek Falls or a portion of the famed Appalachian Trail at the Hogpen Gap trailhead before hopping back in the car to continue your scenic drive. Fun fact: On a clear day, you can see Atlanta from the peak of Brasstown Bald, even though it's more than 100 miles away. Meriwether-Pike Scenic Byway Named for the two counties it travels through, this drive highlights an area known as the Cove, once home to Native Americans, bootleggers, and even an American president. The fifty-five-mile route begins at Warm Springs, the location of President Franklin Delano Roosevelt's Little White House, and continues north through Gay, south to Molena and Manchester, and then back to Warm Springs. In Woodbury, pull off at the western end of the Big Red Oak Creek Covered Bridge, a 391-foot-long pass still used by light traffic today. Built in the 1840s, it's Georgia's oldest remaining covered bridge. In Gay, highlights worth parking for include Oakland Baptist Church and Jones Mill, where a large gristmill and millpond are all that remain of a once-bustling farm community. Fun fact: The area traversed by the Meriwether-Pike Scenic Byway was carved out of the earth by a meteor impact billions of years ago. In the 1970s, it was home to an extraterrestrial research station. Enduring Farmlands Scenic Byway You'll feel as if you've traveled back in time when you drive by more than sixty rolling miles of pastoral farmland in Pulaski and Wilcox counties. You'll pass the historical towns of Hawkinsville, Pineview, Rochelle, and Abbeville, which produce timber, peanuts, watermelons, pecans, poultry, cotton, sorghum, and more. Stop in to a local farmers market or festival, visit a Civil War heritage site (such as the Confederate monument in Hawkinsville), or explore the Ocmulgee River in Hawkinsville or Abbeville. Interested in historical architecture? The Hawkinsville Opera House is a Enduring Farmlands Scenic Byway 32 GEORGIA ON MY MIND GD E D U GA A R C H WAY Prater's Mill, Dalton Big Red Oak Creek Covered Bridge, Woodbury must-see. Built in 1907, it's on the National Register of Historic Places and underwent $1.7 million in renovations in 2000. While you're in Hawkinsville, stop by the Lawrence Bennett Harness Horse racetrack and watch the harness horsemen train trotters on the clay track. Fun fact: Abbeville, a stop on the Enduring Farmlands Scenic Byway, is famous for its large population of wild hogs and is referred to as the "Wild Hog Capital of Georgia." Woodpecker Trail-Highway 121 Founded almost a century ago, the Woodpecker Trail is among the oldest planned tourist routes in the United States. Traveling along Georgia State Route 121 and named for the abundant woodpeckers inhabiting the nearby pine forests, the Georgia portion of the drive is 204 miles, passing through such charming towns as Folkston, Metter, Waynesboro, and Augusta. Stop in Homeland or Folkston to visit the Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge, a 396,000-acre home for endangered red-cockaded woodpeckers, cranes, robins, hawks, owls, and bald eagles. When you reach the Altamaha River in Reidsville, stretch your legs as you explore more than 125 species of rare and endangered flora and fauna. In Metter, check out Guido Gardens, which boasts three acres of footpaths, waterfalls, and a twenty-fourhour prayer chapel. The historic town is also home to a 1902 train depot and 1928 commissary. Fun fact: In 1949, the Woodpecker Trail Association secured permission to use Walter Lantz's cartoon character Woody Woodpecker as the trail's mascot. Coastal Highway U.S. 17 Leave the interstate traffic behind and hop onto a portion of the original "Dixie Highway." Used during the early twentieth century by Canadian and Midwestern vacationers seeking the sunny south, the coastal route follows U.S. Highway 17 through Richmond Hill south to Darien, past Butler Island and Hofwyl-Broadfield Plantation to the port city of Brunswick. Detour here to St. Simons Island and Sea Island, or cross the Sydney Lanier Bridge to the causeway entrance for Jekyll Island. Meandering past old military forts, former rice plantations, rivers, and vast salt marshes, U.S. Highway 17 also serves as a scenic drive for the Colonial Coast Birding Trail. Stop by Harris Neck National Wildlife Refuge or seventeen other viewing spots to observe more than 300 species during migration and nesting season. Fun fact: In 1717, Sco ish nobleman Sir Robert Montgomery named a section of the Georgia coast the "Golden Islands." Others fancy the name originates from the changing hue of the marsh grass in autumn. Cohu a-Cha ahoochee Scenic Byway Spanning from Cohutta to Ellijay, this fiftysix-mile route travels through the Chattahoochee National Forest, plus a number Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge Guido Gardens, Me er of charming towns. At Prater's Mill in Dalton, observe a working nineteenth-century gristmill and cotton gin and pick up goodies at the general store. Don't miss the many Civil War sites in and around town. After leaving Dalton, drive east to Chatsworth, where you can break for lunch and explore the Chief Vann House Historic Site, a restored mansion built in 1804. This town is also home to Fort Mountain State Park, a great place to stretch your legs on a trail (there are more than 3,700 acres of them). Finish your road trip by picking apples in Ellijay, Georgia's Apple Capital, where you may also buy jams, jellies, and baked goods to take home. Fun fact: Ellijay grows 600,000 bushels of apples each year. CHRISTY STEPHENS JOHN REED USFWS WOODPECKER TRAIL ASSOCIATION MICHAEL LUSK USFWS DARIEN MCINTOSH COUNTY CHAMBER AND VIC PRATER'S MILL // RESOURCES // Cha ahoochee National Forest fs.usda.gov/conf, Brasstown Bald fs.usda.gov/conf, Dukes Creek Falls exploregeorgia.org, Appalachian Trail appalachiantrail.org, Li le White House gastateparks.org/ li lewhitehouse, Big Red Oak Creek Covered Bridge meriwethertourism.com/meriwether-pike-scenic-byway, Oakland Baptist Church meriwethertourism.com/meriwether-pike-scenic-byway, Jones Mill meriwethertourism.com/meriwether-pike-scenic-byway, Enduring Farmlands Scenic Byway exploregeorgia.org, Ocmulgee River ocmulgeepark.org/ocmulgee-river, Hawkinsville Opera House hawkinsvilleoperahouse.com, Lawrence Benne Harness Horse hawkinsvillega.net/harness-training-center.html, Woodpecker Trail-Highway 121 woodpeckertrail.com, Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge fws.gov/ okefenokee, Altamaha River altamahariver.org, Guido Gardens sowerministries.org, Me er 1902 Train Depot railga.com/depots/me er.html, Me er 1928 Commissary exploregeorgia.org, Richmond Hill visitrichmondhill.com, Darien visitdarien.com, Butler Island visitdarien.com, Hofwyl-Broadfield Plantation gastateparks.org/hofwylbroadfield, Brunswick goldenisles.com/historic-brunswick, St. Simons Island goldenisles.com/st-simons-island, Sea Island goldenisles.com/sea-island, Jekyll Island goldenisles.com/jekyll-island, Colonial Coast Birding Trail, georgiawildlife.com/colonialcoastbirdingtrail, Harris Neck National Wildlife Refuge, fws.gov/harrisneck, Prater's Mill pratersmill.org, Chief Vann House Historic Site gastateparks.org/chiefvannhouse, Fort Mountain State Park gastateparks.org/fortmountain EXPLOREGEORGIA.ORG 33 St. Joseph Catholic Church, Macon GEORGIA'S ARCHITECTURAL GEMS From cathedrals to colleges, prepare to be awed by Georgia's splendid public buildings By Kate Abney BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir, Lilburn Berry College, Rome MARK ZBINDEN, RANDY CLEGG, BAPS, E. ALAN MCGEE, GEORGIA DNR 34 GEORGIA ON MY MIND Springer Opera House, Columbus Watson Mill Bridge, Comer espite the destruction of the Civil War, Georgia sive proscenium arch. Eager to learn more? Visit the Springer still contains scores of celebrated architectural Mondays and Wednesdays for a personalized tour. landmarks. Many are counted among National Cuthbert's Randolph County Courthouse is just as fanciful as Historic Sites and listed on the National any Queen Anne Victorian, but it nods to sixteenth-century Dutch Register of Historic Places--and most are design, which gives it something extra. Thanks to architects open for daily tours. Begin your explorations Kimball, Wheeler & Parkins--and financing by a carpetbagger--the in Savannah, the founding place of Britain's 1886 building delights with a curious clock tower, terra cotta thirteenth American colony. Start with a visit to carvings, and stepped gables. the Greek Revivalstyle Massie Heritage Center, which houses a Those seeking a more subdued take on Queen Anne stylings model of the city, plus an interactive exhibit of the architecture that should venture to Washington's Mary Willis Library, a red-brick inspired some of its buildings (think the Parthenon and Notre Dame). Victorian completed in 1889 by Atlanta architect Edmund Lind that When you stroll this city of squares, be was the first free library in Georgia. sure to see the Owens-Thomas House Immaculate brickwork and stained-glass (considered North America's preeminent example of English Regency architec- GRAND TOUR windows crafted by Tiffany Studios distract from later renovations and addi- ture) and the breathtaking Cathedral of St. John the Baptist. Drive up I-16 to find an equally impressive Gothic edifice: Macon's St. Joseph Catholic Church, with twin cross-topped spires. Completed in 1903 by Cornelius S.J. Otten, it boasts a domed Martha Berry/Highway 27 offers one of the best ways to explore Georgia's most alluring municipal landmarks. Hwy27.com guides visitors through the twenty-one courthouses that dot this nearly 350-mile stretch of western Georgia. Some are delightful by design, like the Randolph County Courthouse, while a couple (particularly those in Polk and Heard counties) are more austere. tions that provided space for rare books and archives of local and state history-- which you might thumb through before a stay at the nearby Fitzpatrick Hotel. And since it wouldn't be the South without a little eccentricity, visit Fitzgerald for a turn-of-the-century cupola; flying buttresses; Carrara marble sourced from the same quarries favored by Michelangelo; and a Bavarian stainedglass rose window crafted by Munich's Franz Mayer studio. Be sure to ask for Pauline O'Mahony, who was born into Spanning styles from Greek Revival to twentieth century modern, the courthouses credit prominent architects like William J.J. Chase and J.W. Golucke for their creation. Debut dates range from 1854 to the 1970s, with the majority built during the decades bracketing the turn of the twentieth century. Several still house trend toward granitoid: rock-faced concrete blocks produced locally by the Fitzgerald Granitoid Company. St. Matthew's Episcopal Church epitomizes the style that peppers this town and further beguiles with its ship-like interior the church seventy-six years ago and government activity and have been expanded, and Virgin Mary statuary (a rarity for an serves as its chief tour coordinator. Gothic enthusiasts will also appreciate the excellent examples of this architectural style at Berry College's Ford Complex in Rome. Anchoring the 27,000-acre campus, the English-inspired complex of annexed, and updated for contemporary times, while others have become museums or multipurpose complexes. One of the oldest among them, relocated to Westville in 1975, is an antebellum woodframe county courthouse built by an unknown carpenter. Perhaps the most intriguing? Lumpkin's Neoclassical Revival courthouse, whose lawn contains one of Episcopal church), as noted by local editor and church member Sherri Butler. For a more rustic afternoon, traverse Comer's Watson Mill Bridge, 229 feet of roofed heart pine construction, built in 1885 by Washington King, son of Horace King, a former slave who buildings (most publicly accessible) was quietly financed by American Georgia's most curious attractions: a 1908 marble statue of a Confederate soldier filling a pipe. became a respected bridge builder in the nineteenth-century South. The industrialist Henry Ford in the 1920s "clackity-clack" of your passage is a relic and '30s. Made of local stone, the of the past available at only a handful buildings amaze with pointed archways, Medievalesque carvings, of bridges across the state--and arguably, none so impressive as this. reflecting pools, fountains, even underground "catacombs." Impassioned park ranger Jerry Cook can inform you of additional Those who prefer the later architecture of the English empire activities within the 1,118 picturesque surrounding acres. will no doubt recognize Georgia's Victorian structures. In an era Lastly, hidden in metro Atlanta is a destination that, while new, before the silver screen, Columbus's Springer Opera House was carries undeniable ties to tradition. Lilburn's BAPS Shri Swami- considered the finest opera house between New York and New narayan Mandir was completed in 2006, thanks to more than Orleans. The late-Victorian building debuted in 1871 with an 2 million man-hours and 12,300 tons of Italian marble, Turkish Edwardian-style lobby, curved double balconies, and three tiers limestone, and Indian pink sandstone carved by craftsmen in India. of box seats that allowed spectators to catch glimpses of Oscar It was assembled by the same volunteers who still give their time at Wilde, Edwin Booth, and Franklin D. Roosevelt under the impres- this Hindu temple--officially the largest outside India. // RESOURCES // Massie Heritage Center massieschool.com, Owens-Thomas House telfair.org/visit/owens-thomas-house, Cathedral of St. John the Baptist savannahcathedral.org, St. Joseph Catholic Church stjosephmacon.com, Berry College berry.edu, Springer Opera House springeroperahouse.org, Randolph County Courthouse georgiacourts.org, Mary Willis Library btrl.net, Fitzpatrick Hotel thefitzpatrickhotel.com, St. Matthew's Episcopal Church stmatthewsfitzgerald.georgiaepiscopal.org, Watson Mill Bridge gastateparks.org/watsonmillbridge, BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir baps.org EXPLOREGEORGIA.ORG 35 The Shops Buckhead Atlanta Shopper'S paradiSe If shopping is your sport of choice, Georgia is your ideal playing field. With options that span from small artisans marts to luxury designer boutiques, the Peach State sure knows how to reward retail rock stars. 36 georgia on my mind From name-brand outlets to antique markets, Georgia has shopping in the bag By Emily L. Foley Sprawling shopping hubs Why hit one store when you can hit dozens at the same time? at augusta's Surrey Center, you'll find independent boutiques and select chains with an indie vibe, such as Fab'rik. antiques, gifts, and housewares are also well represented, and both a day spa and a blowdry bar offer pampering respites once your shopping is done. at North Georgia Premium Outlets in dawsonville, folks from near and far enjoy the selection of 140 outlet shops in every category, with brands including armani, Brooks Brothers, Joe's Jeans, Under armour, nike, Hanna andersson, and restoration Hardware. other outlet centers around the state include the new Tanger Outlets near Savannah in Pooler (J. Crew, Vera Bradley, Brooks Brothers); Premium Outlets in Calhoun (Coach, old Special from olivermcmillan Community, Athens North Georgia Premium Outlets, Dawsonville GDED SPECIAL FROM OLIVERMCMILLAN NORTH GEORGIA PREMIUM OUTLETS ATTIC FIRE PHOTOGRAPHY Navy, Polo Ralph Lauren); and the Outlet Shoppes at Atlanta in Woodstock (Saks Fifth Avenue Off 5th, Toys R Us, Crabtree & Evelyn). In Macon, the Shoppes at River Crossing features just about every mall staple you can think of (Barnes & Noble, American Eagle, DSW, Pier One, Chico's). With Belk and Dillard's as anchor stores, this mall is worth a stop. Atlanta's Buckhead neighborhood has reemerged as a shopping mecca, thanks to newly renovated Lenox Square and Phipps Plaza, plus The Shops Buckhead Atlanta development. All three of these malls (Buckhead Atlanta being of the open-air variety) are located within minutes of each other and offer a wide array of high-end boutiques such as Christian Louboutin, Dior, Versace, Tiffany & Co., Alice + Olivia, Burberry, Fendi, and Henri Bendel. At Lenox, you'll also find a few wallet-friendly options such as Gap, Steve Madden, and Express. Just north in Alpharetta, newly opened Avalon features a live/work/play complex with beautiful architecture and shopping options including Kendra Scott, Lululemon Athletica, Vineyard Vines, Calypso St. Barth, and the Paper Source. Delightful downtowns In many Georgia cities, the heart of shopping is the heart of town. Thomasville's downtown district offers a vibrant retail scene, complete with craft shops, bookstores, antique shops, more than twenty clothing boutiques, a florist, and a day spa. In downtown Greensboro, you'll find a true trove of antiques (don't miss Greensboro Antique Mall for 11,000 square feet of vintage wonders), art, estate pieces, and home decor. And in downtown Douglas, four blocks of shops include Eve (a ladies clothing boutique carrying trendy pieces from luxury labels) and Norris Shoe Store (a town mainstay for more than seventy years). The funky town of Athens may pull most of its reputation from football, food, and music, but it's quite a shopper's haven, too. Check out the famed Heery's, which has been selling the latest fashion trends for more than fifty years and features brands such as Marc Jacobs, Milly, Tibi, Clover Canyon, and Mara Hoffman. Don't miss Community, a sustainable fashion shop selling redesigned vintage and locally The Paris Market & Brocante, Savannah designed clothing, and Avid, a stellar independent bookstore. You'll find equally compelling shopping in downtown Roswell, where charming Canton Street is lined with art galleries, jewelry stores, gift shops, clothing boutiques, and specialty shops (check out Oli+Ve, which sells specialty olive oils). An hour or so north in downtown Clarkesville, crafters get their fill of supplies at A Bead Garden and Bumbleberry Yarn and Gifts; clotheshorses find fashions for women and children at Purple Door Boutique and Tiny Citizens Children's Boutique; home decorators browse for handmade and antique furnishings at Homestead House and Sheep Hollow; and animal lovers buy all things dog and cat at the Pet Shop. A little farther south, the towns of Sandersville and Thomson both have downtowns with noteworthy shopping options. In the former, must-sees include Geo.'s Quarters, a gift shop located in a stunning historic building, and Warthen Lane Interiors, which offers antiques, home accessories, fabrics, wallpapers, and gourmet food products. In Thomson, boutiques such as Peacock Hill, Laura Lane's Home Decor & Gifts, and Anna Lou Designs boast an array of products made right in town. (These include Chinaberry Foods' famed cheese straws, cultured pearl jewelry from the Pearl Girls, and handmade goat's milk skincare products from Shakerock Farms.) In Savannah, River and EXPLOREGEORGIA.ORG 37 38 GEORGIA ON MY MIND Art on Broad, Artists Row, Augusta Broughton Streets are home to dozens of shopping delights (and oh, the dining options when you need to recharge your batteries!). Beautiful historic buildings house art galleries, antique shops, and gourmet food markets. Don't miss the Paris Market & Brocante on Broughton Street, and on River Street, stop at the Village Craftsmen, which sells handmade crafts from a wide variety of Low Country artisans. Shops to make you drop Some stores simply stand alone. In Georgia, one such example is Strickland's Boots in Dublin, a family-owned-and-operated business carrying more than 6,000 pairs of designer cowboy and work boots. Don't worry about being overwhelmed by the sheer number of boots available--this place is known for its customer service. They measure every foot that comes through the door and keep detailed records of your likes, purchases, and even your holiday wish list. Another noteworthy retailer is Alexander's Store in Blairsville. While it began as a general store in 1953, Alexander's now sells everything from clothing to furniture to appliances, earning the nickname `the Macy's of the Mountains.' Bonus: They offer free ART ON BROAD gift-wrapping--a tradition since the store opened nearly six decades ago. In Bloomingdale, Randy Wood Guitars offers everything from new guitars to used fiddles within an old-timey building. Bluegrass veteran Randy Wood helms the operation, offering guidance and tales from his days making guitars for Elvis and Johnny Cash. Artsy enclaves Between its art galleries and antique stores, Georgia is filled with treasures just waiting to be found. In Augusta, Artists Row is an inspirational collective of more than ten galleries and shops with the works of both local artists and those with international renown. Browse the creations of sculptors, painters, glass workers, woodworkers, jewelry-makers, and more. The first Friday of each month, many of the artists are on hand to talk about their works and enjoy live music and refreshments with shoppers. Antique lovers flock to the Jackson County Antique Trail, which stretches from Braselton to Commerce. Browse Two Ladies in the Attic for vintage Americana, and A Flea An'tique for collectibles ranging from coins to dolls to baseball cards. In Walton County, antiquing at its finest is available in the towns of Loganville and Monroe. Be sure to visit My Sister's Antiques in Loganville and Warehouse Antique Mall and the Cotton Depot in Monroe. And in Atlanta, internationally renowned Scott Antique Markets boasts the world's largest indoor antique show the second weekend of every month. // RESOURCES // Surrey Center surreycentercom, North Georgia Premium Outlets premiumoutlets com, Tanger Outlets tangeroutlet com/savannah, Premium Outlets premiumoutlets com, The Outlet Shoppes at Atlanta theoutletshoppeatlanta com, The Shoppes at River Crossing theshoppesatrivercrossing com, Lenox Square simon com/mall/lenox square, Phipps Plaza simon com/mall/phipps plaza, The Shops Buckhead Atlanta buckhead atl com, Avalon experienceavalon com, Thomasville thomasvillega com, Greensboro downtown greensboroga com, Douglas cityofdouglas com, Athens visitathensga com, Roswell visitroswellga com, Clarkesville clarkesvillega com, Sandersville sandersville net, Thomson exploremcduffiecounty com, Savannah visitsavannah com, Strickland's Boots 478 272 1203, Alexander's Store alexandersstore com, Randy Wood Guitars randywoodmusic com, Artists Row artistsrowaugusta com, Jackson County Antique Trail tourjacksoncounty com/antiques and art trail html, Walton County antiquescapitalofgeorgia com, Sco Antique Markets sco antiquemarket com THSapnerPlgGieceeRorRp&SItAhZemorNEopRrpDSeiidn! eg, EXPLOREGEORGIA.ORG 39 H2 Family fun abounds at Georgia's watery a ractions By Giannina Smith Bedford Ohhh! With more than 425,000 acres of lakes do ing Georgia's landscape and rivers crisscrossing the state in all directions, there's a body of water beckoning at every turn. So pull on your swimwear, grab a bo le of sunscreen, and dive on in! Go jump in a lake Georgia's lakes are renowned for their pristine waters and wealth of sporting opportunities. At George L. Smith State Park near Twin City, hop in a kayak to explore Watson Mill Pond--a 412-acre, cypress-lined lake. Mill Pond Kayak gives paddlers of all ages equipment and basic instruction before taking them on a two-and-a-half-hour guided tour of this breathtaking wonder. For a more social experience, head to popular Lake Lanier. Be sure to visit the Lake Lanier Olympic Venue on the north end it's where the sprint canoe/ kayak and rowing competitions were held during the 1996 Olympic Games. On the south end, take advantage of paddleboard- ing, kayaking, and wakeboarding at familyfriendly Lanier Islands resort. For an experience that mixes boating, kayaking, and water-skiing with golf, horseback riding, and shopping, steer yourself to Georgia's Lake Country and enjoy the many perks of time spent on Lake Oconee and Lake Sinclair. On Lake Oconee, Georgia's second-largest lake, enlist Lake Oconee Outfitters to take you on a pontoon-boat trip that includes a lesson on the history of the lake. You'll find more lake clusters in Rabun County, home to five Georgia Power lakes--Tallulah Falls, Seed, Yonah, Burton, and Rabun. Each is an ideal destination for boating, fishing, and swimming, as 40 GEORGIA ON MY MIND WhiteWater Express, Columbus OPPOSITE PAGE GDED COLUMBUS CVB T H I S PAGE G DE D M I L L P O N D K AYA K Mill Pond Kayak Lake Blue Ridge Lake Oconee well as picnics, camping, and hiking. Farther south at Georgia Veterans State Park is 8,700-acre Lake Blackshear, which features a swimming beach, Lake Blackshear Resort and Golf Club, and a stop on the SAM Shortline Excursion Train route from Cordele to Archery. For avid fishermen, it also offers some of the best bass in the state. If wakeboarding is more your style, head to the Valdosta Wake Compound, a cable wakeboard course where adrenaline junkies are pulled by a series of suspended cables. After a few rounds of practice, take your wakeboarding skills to one of the "ABC lakes" of northwest Georgia. From eleven-mile Lake Allatoona, to the aquamarine waters of Lake Blue Ridge, to the mountainous scenery of Carters Lake (the deepest reservoir in Georgia), these destinations are as easy to enjoy as A-B-C. Take me to the river Georgia's abundant rivers offer adventure, nature, and even a bit of history. Begin your river explorations at the Augusta Canal, a National Heritage Area built in 1845 that's the oldest continuously operating hydropower canal in the United States. Learn the history of the Industrial Revolution in the South at the Canal Discovery Center, or hop aboard a Petersburg Boat for a guided tour past nineteenth-century textile mills and two of Georgia's remaining eighteenthcentury houses. If you're a beginning paddler, head to the Toccoa River Canoe Trail in Blue Ridge. The trail, which spans nearly fourteen miles, combines a few mild rapids with stunning scenery for a picture-perfect day on the water. Along the way, you might encounter float fisherman looking for cold-water trout. If the whole family likes to paddle and EXPLOREGEORGIA.ORG 41 Tybee Island DON'T FORGET THE BEACH! If you want to add some sand and shells to your water adventures, point your sails toward the beach. Li le St. Simons Island, a 10,000acre barrier island resort accessible only by boat, is a great option for those who want the utmost in privacy. Se le into one of the six co ages at The Lodge on Li le St. Simons Island before enjoying guided nature walks, canoeing, kayaking, fishing, birding, or simply unwinding on the island's seven-mile, unspoiled beach. Another secluded beach destination reachable only by ferry is Cumberland Island, Georgia's largest and southernmost barrier island. Home to tabby ruins, maritime forests, and undeveloped beaches--as well as the famous Greyfield Inn--it carries a storied history filled with Spanish missionaries, enslaved African Americans, and Gilded Age industrialists. For a more bustling beach vacation, soak up the sun on Savannah's Tybee Island. Awash with festivals, forts, museums, restaurants, and hotels, Tybee is the ideal spot for a family vacation. fish, treat them to a trip down the Satilla River. Once used for transportation by the Creek Indian Nation, the Satilla is one of the most scenic blackwater rivers in South Georgia. White sandbars offer resting spots, and ancient oaks and cypress trees frame the water. Watch for abundant wildlife, both on the shores and in the skies. When you're ready to pick up the pace, take a whitewater rafting trip down the Chattooga River with a local outfitter. Federally protected in 1974 by the Wild & Scenic Rivers Act, the river offers Class III and IV rapids and numerous swimming holes, ensuring everyone can participate in the fun. 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Named one of the top twelve man-made adventures in the world by USA Today, the experience ranges from mild Class I rapids and a "Lazy River" to wild Class V drops that occur when the dam-controlled water is released each day. For another urban river adventure, spend a hot day on Atlanta's Chattahoochee River. Tube, kayak, canoe, paddleboard, or raft your way down the waterway with Shoot the Hooch, enjoying the city-meetsnature surroundings as you go. Trips range from nearly two-mile outings to longer eight-mile ones, depending on where you put in. A more laid-back water journey can be had on the Flint River in Albany, which recently added three new kayak and canoe launches, one located near the Georgia Power Dam and the other two near downtown at Riverfront Park. After a trip down the river, don't forget to stop into the Flint RiverQuarium to learn about southwest Georgia's underwater world. For a workout, try the Georgia Coast Cumberland Island Saltwater Paddling Trail, with thirty-five access points along 100 miles of coastline. From St. Marys to the Golden Isles and up to Savannah, the trail weaves through salt marshes and barrier islands along parts of the Atlantic Intracoastal Waterway. // RESOURCES // Lakes George L. Smith State Park gastateparks.org/georgelsmith, Mill Pond Kayak millpondkayak.com, Lake Lanier discoverlakelanier.com, Lake Lanier Olympic Venue lakelanierolympicvenue.org, Lanier Islands lanierislands.com, Georgia's Lake Country galakecountry.com, Lake Oconee visitlakeoconee.com, Lake Sinclair exploregeorgia.org, Lake Oconee Outfi ers lakeoconeeoutfi ers.com/laketours.htm, Tallulah Falls Lake Lake Seed Lake Yonah Lake Burton Lake Rabun georgiapowerlakes.com/northgeorgialakes, Georgia Veterans State Park gastateparks.org/georgiaveterans, Lake Blackshear Resort and Golf Club lakeblackshearresort.com, SAM Shortline Excursion Train samshortline.com, Valdosta Wake Compound valdostawakecompound.com, Lake Allatoona lake-allatoona.com, Lake Blue Ridge blueridgemountains.com/lake_blue_ridge.html, Carters Lake carterslake.com \\ Rivers Augusta Canal augustacanal.com, Toccoa River Canoe Trail blueridgemountains.com/toccoa_river_canoe_trail.html, Satilla River georgiawildlife.com/fishing/satilla, Cha ooga River exploregeorgia.org, WhiteWater Express whitewaterexpress.com, Cha ahoochee River exploregeorgia.org, Shoot the Hooch shoo hehooch.com, Flint River flint-river.org/flintriver-georgia.html, Flint RiverQuarium flintriverquarium.com, Georgia Coast Saltwater Paddling Trail secoastpaddlingtrail.com \\ Beaches Li le St. Simons Island goldenisles.com/li le-st-simons-island, The Lodge on Li le St. Simons Island li lestsimonsisland.com, Cumberland Island nps.gov/cuis, Greyfield Inn greyfieldinn.com, Tybee Island visi ybee.com DEBBIE BRITT NPS Capture the Value of Family Travel Free Instant Rewards* Room upgrades & discounts, late check-out & more with our loyalty program. 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EXPLOREGEORGIA.ORG 43 SERIOUS SIPS A Georgia wine expert spills on his favorite pours around the state By Kate Parham Kordsmeier Chteau lan Winery, Braselton Oenophiles, take note: Georgia is home to more than forty wineries, many of which have won major wine competitions, beating out winemakers from California, Washington, and Oregon. C H AT E AU E L A N W I N E RY F R O GTOW N C E L L A R S WOL F M OU N TA I N VI N EYA R DS & W I N E RY Frogtown Cellars, Dahlonega Wolf Mountain Vineyards, Dahlonega 44 GEORGIA ON MY MIND T hat's no surprise to Eric Crane, a certified wine educator from the Society of Wine Educators, advanced sommelier from the Court of Master Sommeliers, and director of training and business development for Empire Distributors. "Georgia is producing interesting European varietals in growing conditions that aren't much different from the world's best wine regions," he says. This hasn't always been the case, Crane concedes, recounting his first experience with Georgia wine as "extra grapey." "There's a fruitiness that happens in young wine regions, but the wines coming out of Georgia today are made at a really high level," he says. "It used to be more of a novelty, but now there's some really serious people putting a lot of time, passion, and commitment into making wines people will love and enjoy." So, which wineries are worth a visit? Start with a pioneer, Chteau lan Winery & Resort in Braselton. One of the first vineyards to open in Georgia since Prohibition, this resort helped champion the concept of Georgia-made wines in 1984. It's still going strong, producing noteworthy wines like Duncan Creek Red, a sweet muscadine varietal. "Chteau lan has gotten more serious about winemaking as time goes on and are doing some great wines," Crane says. More taste-worthy wines abound in Dahlonega, which lays claim to five applauded wineries with great Mediterranean varietals and postcard-perfect views. From the Petit Horse Creek Winery Manseng at Cavender Creek Vineyards and Winery, to the Fat Boy Red at Three Sisters Vineyards, you'll find plenty to please your palate. "It's easy to navigate between most of the Dahlonega wineries, and there are beautiful tasting rooms, so you get the feel of being in a wine country," Crane says. "Lumpkin County isn't an American Viticultural Area yet, but it will probably be the next one. Just like Australia's Barossa Valley and California's Napa Valley, land that's rich in gold produces wines of great levels, and we have that in Dahlonega." Crane likes all of Dahlonega's wineries, but he's especially partial to Wolf Mountain Vineyards. "I'll gladly share their incredible wines, which are a gem in the Georgia wine scene, with anyone," Crane says. "Wolf also has one of the most beautiful views in Georgia from their gorgeous tasting room." Montaluce Winery is another lovely place in Dahlonega to taste wine. "When they built the property out, they preserved a lot of the land, and there's some really cool old Indian trails there you don't see every day," Crane says. And he's a fan of Frogtown Cellars, which produces more than thirty wines from its Dahlonega headquarters. (It also has tasting rooms in Hahira and Helen.) "Their Chardonnay is fantastic," Crane says. For a true Georgia treat, Crane likes sipping a glass of muscadine wine from South Georgia. "Muscadine doesn't have to be cloyingly sweet--in fact, these wines tend to be made in an off-dry style," he says. He likes the muscadine wine at Horse Creek Winery in Nashville, which has a new, state-of-the-art tasting room just twenty minutes off I-75. "The winery is right at the Georgia-Florida border, so it's as hot and humid as it gets anywhere in the state. It's also classically Southern with flat, hard earth, which is great for grapes that are native to these conditions, like muscadine." You'll find more wineries serving quality muscadine wines and other native varietals between Macon and Savannah. At Meinhardt Vineyards & Winery in Statesboro, try Southern Eagle, an off-dry Southern red muscadine wine. "It goes great with spicier barbecue dishes and is great as an afternoon sipper," Crane says. Muscadine is also celebrated at Warm Springs Winery in Warm Springs. "They focus on making quenchy wines near the second home of Franklin Roosevelt," Crane says. After you've purchased a bottle of jalapeo-infused Hotlanta Red, enjoy it with a picnic lunch on the lovely grounds. Cheers! Montaluce Winery, Dahlonega Creature Comforts Brewing Co., Athens SUDS AROUND THE STATE As Georgia's wine industry grows, so too does its beer scene. You'll find more than two dozen breweries around the state, including Creature Comforts Brewing Co. (creaturecomfortsbeer.com), the newest suds purveyor to crop up in Athens. Their fruit-forward IPA, Tropicalia, has already garnered national a ention and rave reviews. Beverage expert Eric Crane highlights some of Georgia's other top breweries: SweetWater Brewing Company "Atlanta's hero, SweetWater, has made quite an impact in the Southeast with their delicious beer and creative labels. Their tours are legendary, they're extremely active with local charities, and they host a music festival every April in Atlanta." sweetwaterbrew.com Terrapin Beer Company "Terrapin has made award-winning beers from the start; it's one of the best breweries in Georgia. It's open for tours and located in Athens, which is a funloving college town. Be sure to try the Pale Ales." terrapinbeer.com Jailhouse Brewery "Located in an old jailhouse in Hampton, Jailhouse Brewery is a rising star in Georgia's beer scene. One of their more popular recurring events is `Lockdown Thursdays,' when folks can arrive and ask any questions they have about brewing." jailhousebrewing.com Cherry Street Brewing Co-op "This is a true cooperative located in Cumming that makes a wide range of experimental beers. You never know what might be available, so be prepared to taste adventurously when you're there." cherrystreetbrewing.com HORSE CREEK WINERY MATT KORDSMEIER MONTALUCE WINERY & ESTATES // RESOURCES // Chteau lan Winery & Resort chateauelan.com, Cavender Creek Vineyards and Winery cavendercreekvineyards.com, Three Sisters Vineyards threesistersvineyards.com, Wolf Mountain Vineyards wolfmountainvineyards.com, Montaluce Winery montaluce.com, Frogtown Cellars frogtown.us, Horse Creek Winery horsecreekwinery.com, Meinhardt Vineyards & Winery meinhardtvineyards.com, Warm Springs Winery 706-655-2233 EXPLOREGEORGIA.ORG 45 Leave Ordinary BEHIND www.JohnsCreekCVB.com BROOKHAVEN EXPLORE Historic Neighborhoods Oglethorpe University Town Brookhaven International Corridor City Festivals & Events 14 Parks & Recreation Areas 46 GEORGIA ON MY MIND Your Gateway to Atlanta Convention & Visitors Bureau 11 Hotels for Upscale Comfort & Convenience DiscoverBrookhaven.com West Public Square, Washington THE SIMPLE LIFE Experience Georgia's lovely small towns By Amy Meadows The Peach State is home to bustling cities, but it's also filled with some of the most charming and bucolic small towns in the country. These delightful destinations offer the best of two worlds, taking visitors back in time while featuring up-to-the-minute amenities. Antebellum awe With the largest number of antebellum homes in Georgia (more than 100), Washington is replete with Southern charm. Its 4,042 residents welcome visitors year-round to explore the historic residences and buildings that are synonymous with this east Georgia town. Miss Fanny's Tours takes participants on entertaining two-hour tours of more than fifty historic homes, while the Washington-Wilkes Tour of Homes, held twice annually, features select private homes from the eighteenth and nineteenth centuries. Additional landmarks, such EXPLOREGEORGIA.ORG 47 MERCER HARRIS GEORGIA DNR Fort King George, Darien Rolater Lake, Cave Spring as a restored 3,000-acre cotton plantation called Callaway Plantation, offer a glimpse into the area's rich agricultural past. The Robert Toombs House, once owned by the U.S. senator and legendary secessionist, reveals the city's significance during Civil War times. And twelve miles from downtown sits Kettle Creek Battlefield, the site of one of the Revolutionary War's most important battles. After a full day of exploring, treat yourself to an old-fashioned cherry Coke at Fievet Pharmacy's popular soda fountain in the historic downtown square. Limestone landmark Northwest Georgia's Cave Spring, a city of 1,161 residents, is best known for one thing: water. It's not just any water, though--folks say it's the purest, besttasting water around. Found in the 57-degree limestone Cave at Rolater Park, the water comes from a spring that produces two million gallons per day and overflows into a reflecting pond and shallow stream. And the water is not just for drinking; it also feeds into Rolater Lake, a community swimming pool shaped like the state of Georgia. Rolater Park is located just off the revitalized village square, known as Veterans Plaza, which is home to charming shops like the Peddler, which sells home decor such as oil paintings, lamps, and prints. Tourists may stay at the welcoming Tumlin House Bed & Breakfast and also enjoy access to the multi-use Georgia Pinhoti Trail System, which connects longdistance trails in Alabama to the Appalachian Trail. Riverside respite Once a great port, Darien is now a quiet fishing town of 1,880 people situated fifty miles south of Savannah. Oglethorpedesigned squares, framed by stately churches and historic homes, welcome visitors to the second-oldest planned city in Georgia. Explore Darien's significant history at Fort King George Historic Site, home to the oldest English fort remaining on Georgia's coast, and the Burning of Darien Museum, describing the epic events featured in the movie Glory. Stop by the Old Jail Art Center for more history and works by local artists, browse the specialty shops, or tour nearby Ashantilly to learn about cotton plantations and printmaking. At the end of the day, dine on local shrimp at Skippers' Fish Camp, relax on a wine cruise, or take a sunset stroll Bryant State Park, with 502 acres of rolling hills and breathtaking scenery, including a winding stream, eight miles of hiking and biking trails, and two fishing ponds. Also nestled within the park is the challenging eighteen-hole Highland Walk Golf Course. Disc golfers can enjoy a nine-hole course at Royston Wellness and Community Park, a forty-three-acre development with walking trails and several fitness stations. Water lovers should head to Slow Water, a kayaking, canoeing, and tubing outfitter located on the peaceful Upper Broad River perfect for floaters of all skill levels. For visitors who love America's favorite outdoor pastime, the Ty Cobb Museum is a must-see, honoring the memory of the greatest baseball hitter of all time with photographs and artifacts from a legendary career. along Darien Waterfront Park; all offer gorgeous views of the river. Those who visit in April can enjoy the popular Blessing of the Fleet Festival. Hill country heaven Located less than thirty-five miles southwest of Atlanta, Chattahoochee Hills is one of the metro area's newest cities, incor- Natural splendor Located in the foothills of the Northeast Georgia Mountains, Royston, population 2,574, is an outdoor enthusiast's dream. One of its key attractions is Victoria porated in December 2007 and home to more than 2,200 residents. Chattahoochee Hills comprises 40,000 protected acres of rural land that are being developed slowly using environmentally sound practices. At the heart of this development is Serenbe Farms, Cha ahoochee Hills Serenbe, a 1,000-acre community with four hamlets; each hamlet features EarthCraft and LEED-certified homes, as well as commercial centers offering shop- ping and dining, cultural events, and health and wellness activities. It's also home to Serenbe Farms, a source for local organic food that offers educational farm tours. 48 GEORGIA ON MY MIND JA N E T COC HRA N S E R E N B E G EOR G I A D N R V I CTOR I A B RYA N T STAT E PA R K G D N R Historic District, Madison More agritourism tours can be found outside Serenbe at Many Fold Farm, which sells a variety of handcrafted farmstead cheeses made on-site from the milk of ewes that live on the property. Carnegie and candy Once a tiny stagecoach stop in southwest Georgia, Boston is the smallest town in the country with a Carnegie Library--the Boston Carnegie Library, built in 1913. Located on the town's recently revitalized Main Street, the library is just one of many attractions that make Boston's 1,315 residents proud. Antique stores abound, with fun shops such as the Mailman's Daughter, which sells furniture and hand-painted signs. Restaurants, including Boston Main Street Cafe, serve up delicious fare with a side of Southern hospitality. And for those with a sweet tooth, the renowned, family-owned Dillon Candy Company has offered a wide variety of gourmet brittles and specialty nut confections for ninety years. Downright presidential Former U.S. President Jimmy Carter is proud of his southwest Georgia hometown of Plains, and it's easy to understand why. The rural town, which is home to 755 residents, maintains the same charm it had when the thirty-ninth president was just a boy. Jimmy and Rosalynn Carter have been involved in the revitalization of downtown Plains, helping to develop the Plains Historic Inn & Antiques located on Main Street. Offering seven suites--each themed after one of the decades between the 1920s and the 1980s--the Historic Inn serves as the heartbeat of the reinvigorated city, where visitors can grab a cone of peanut ice cream from Bobby Salter's Plain Peanuts on Main Street or pay a visit to the thirteenfoot-tall Jimmy Carter Peanut Statue--one of the best roadside attractions around. At the Jimmy Carter National Historic Site, you'll find three National Park areas: the Boyhood Farm in the nearby unincorporated community of Archery, which offers a look at Carter's childhood home; Plains High School, which serves as a visitor center and museum about Carter's life and accomplishments; and the Plains Depot, now a self-guided museum focusing on Carter's 1976 presidential campaign. Spared from the fire It's the town General Sherman considered too pretty to burn. Madison in east Georgia is home to beautiful historic residences, a picturesque downtown square, and nearly 4,000 residents. Madison's antebellum homes, which comprise one of the state's largest designated National Register of Historic Districts, draw visitors from around the world. Each year, the city hosts the Madison in May Tour of Homes and Gardens, which includes such historic residences as the Honeymoon 1851 Mansion and Serenata Farm. The annual Holiday Victoria Bryant State Park, Royston Dell-Goodall House, Sylvania Home Tour is equally popular. Daily tours also are available at Heritage Hall, a Greek Revival home that was built in 1811, and the Rogers House & Rose Cottage, the latter of which was built by a former female slave in 1891. Additionally, exhibits referencing Madison's rich history and cultural arts can be found at the MadisonMorgan Cultural Center, which is housed in a restored 1895 Romanesque Revival building that once was the first graded public schoolhouse in the Southeast. Off the beaten path East central Georgia is home to Sylvania, a town of 2,500 residents that is nearly twenty miles off the highway between Augusta and Savannah. Surprises abound here, with attractions like Shannon Vineyards, a winery and restaurant situated in a rural farming area. Screven Motorsports Complex amps up the action with the Screven Motor Speedway and the Savannah River Dragway, among other tracks. History buffs should visit the Dell-Goodall House, the only structure left standing in Old Jacksonborough, a community that many believe ceased to exist because of a curse placed on it by an itinerant Methodist minister. Round out your Sylvania excursion with a visit to the revitalized downtown, where you can lodge at Kinchley Place (a restored Victorian bed-and-breakfast), shop for art at former 1940s teen hangout Soda Shop Gallery, and pick up some pecans at Wade Plantation. CHRIS MATHAN SPORTING DOG & OUTDOOR IMAGES CHRIS USREY RALPH DANIEL SCREVEN COUNTY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE // RESOURCES // Miss Fanny's Tours missfanny.com, Washington-Wilkes Tour of Homes wwtouro omes.com, Callaway Plantation historyofwilkes.org, Robert Toombs House Historical Site georgiastateparks.org/ rober oombshouse, Ke le Creek Ba lefield ke lecreekba lefield.org, Fievet Pharmacy fievetrx.com, Cave at Rolater Park cityofcavespring.com, Rolater Lake cityofcavespring.com, Veterans Plaza cityofcavespring.com, The Peddler thepeddlercavespring.com, Tumlin House Bed & Breakfast tumlinhouse.com, Georgia Pinhoti Trail System pinhoti.info, Fort King George Historic Site georgiastateparks.org/ fortkinggeorge, Burning of Darien Museum visitdarien.com, Old Jail Art Center cityofdarienga.com, Ashantilly ashantilly.org, Skippers' Fish Camp skippersfishcamp.com, Darien Waterfront Park visitdarien. com, Victoria Bryant State Park georgiastateparks.org/victoriabryant, Highland Walk Golf Course georgiastateparks.org/victoriabryant, Royston Wellness and Community Park cityofroyston.com, Slow Water kayakslowwater.com, Ty Cobb Museum tycobbmuseum.org, Serenbe serenbe.com, Serenbe Farms serenbefarms.com, Many Fold Farm manyfoldfarm.com, Boston Carnegie Library tcpls.org, Boston Main Street bostonga.com, The Mailman's Daughter facebook.com/themailmansdaughter, Boston Main Street Cafe facebook.com/bostonmainstreetcafe, Dillon Candy Company dilloncandy.com, Plains Historic Inn & Antiques plainsinn.net, Bobby Salter's Plain Peanuts plainpeanuts.com, Jimmy Carter Peanut Statue plainsgeorgia.com, Jimmy Carter National Historic Site nps.gov/jica, The Boyhood Farm nps.gov/jica, Plains High School nps.gov/jica, The Plains Depot nps.gov/jica, Madison in May Tour of Homes and Gardens madisonga.com, Honeymoon 1851 Mansion madisonga.com, Serenata Farm serenatafarm.com, Madison Holiday Home Tour madisonga.org, Heritage Hall friendso eritagehall.org, The Rogers House & Rose Co age 706-343-0190, Madison-Morgan Cultural Center mmcc-arts. org, Shannon Vineyards 912-857-3076, Screven Motorsports Complex screvenmotorsports.com, Dell-Goodall House sccnet.org/dell_goodall.htm, Kinchley Place facebook.com/kinchleyplace, Soda Shop Gallery facebook.com/sodashopgallery, Wade Plantation wadepecans.cop EXPLOREGEORGIA.ORG 49 G E O R G I A STAT E M A P [ LEGEND ] Interstates Highways Georgia Visitor Information Centers 50 GEORGIA ON MY MIND ABOVE ATLANTA BEYOND THE EVERYDAY Dunwoody is a best-of-all-worlds destination. It's a friendly community with family-focused events and attractions, as well as premium shopping and a growing arts and culture scene. And it's a central location, perfect for visiting family or out-of-town friends to enjoy a convenient, restful stay just 10 miles from the major Atlanta attractions. Just above Atlanta, a visit to Dunwoody goes far beyond the everyday. www.CVBDunwoody.com atlanta history center TOUR HISTORIC HOUSES, 22 ACRES OF BEAUTIFUL GOIZUETTA GARDENS, AWARD-WINNING EXHIBITIONS & MORE! Discounts Available for groups of 10 or more. Call 404.814.4031 to book your experience today! 404.814.4031 AtlantaHistoryCenter.com Cyclorama at the Atlanta History Center Opens Fall 2017 EXPLOREGEORGIA.ORG 51 ATLANTA METRO Both dynamic and down-home, Georgia's Atlanta Metro region epitomizes progressive Southern hospitality. Here you'll find an eclectic mix of world-class restaurants, museums, shopping districts, and professional sports teams, along with charming historic neighborhoods, scenic parks, and an abundance of leafy trees. It's a can't-miss destination for lovers of city life and simple living alike. { A B OV E : P I E D M O N T PA R K , AT LA N TA } GDED EDDIE'S ATTIC AARON SCHORCH ELECTRIC GUITAR ISTOCK COM GLADYS KNIGHT HELGA ESTEB/SHUTTERSTOCK COM Eddie's Attic What do Sugarland, John Mayer, and Shawn Mullins have in common? They all played--and developed their significant fan bases--at this intimate Decatur venue. This place is all about the music, complete with a stern admonition for cha y guests. 52 GEORGIA ON MY MIND MUSICAL NOTES Music Midtown In September, rub elbows with more than 40,000 music lovers at lush Piedmont Park during one of the largest and longest-running music festivals in the state. Eclectic events feature more than thirty musical artists who represent genres ranging from pop to rock to alternative. Gladys Knight's Signature Chicken & Waffles Find the nearest "Midnight Train to Georgia" and chow down at one of legendary singer Gladys Knight's three Atlanta-area restaurant locations, famed for their fried chicken wings served over golden waffles. ATLAN TA M ETR O OAKLAND CEMETERY ATLANTA BOTANICAL GARDEN CHRIS KOZARICH ZOO ATLANTA Get Grounded By Karina Timmel Antenucci Oakland Cemetery, Atlanta Atlanta Botanical Garden, Atlanta At Atlanta Metro's lovely gardens, farms, and cemeteries, discover spots that are rooted in the earth and showcase local culture, both past and present. Enjoy breathtaking flora and fauna in the heart of Midtown at Atlanta Botanical Garden, where stunning indoor and outdoor exhibits include one of the best collections of aquatic plants in the Southeast and a lush Orchid Display House with species from around the world. Another must-visit botanical garden, Smith-Gilbert Gardens in Kennesaw, spans sixteen acres with a rose garden and bonsai exhibit. Explore a different side of nature at Southern Belle Farm, a historic 330acre farm in McDonough that's open for various seasonal activities, such as berry picking in the summer and a corn maze in the fall, as well as visits with farm animals. For more farm fun, get a taste of the city at the Atlanta Farmers Market, a 26,000-square-foot exhibit hall filled with fresh Southeastern produce, from peanuts to peaches. Two historic Atlanta cemeteries offer hidden sanctuaries worth a stroll. Founded in 1850, Oakland Cemetery in Grant Park is a garden cemetery crisscrossed by winding paths and dotted with ancient oaks and magnolias. And Westview Cemetery, an 1884 cemetery that's the largest in the Southeast (spanning 600 acres), allows visitors to see the final resting place of many Atlanta pioneers, including Asa Candler, the founder of Coca-Cola. WORD OF MOUTH "Hidden gems, unmarked rails, and city escapes. #ArabiaMountain #ExploreGeorgia" @RACHELLYNN (VIA INSTAGRAM) GET THE SHOT Don't miss out on these amazing local photo ops! 1. Giant Pandas at Zoo Atlanta Photograph critically endangered giant pandas playing, relaxing, and chewing bamboo when you visit the Arthur M. Blank Family Foundation Giant Panda Conservation Center in this historic zoo. 2. Atlanta Streetcar Take pictures of Atlanta's new rail system, which connects the city's railroad past with modern-day at- tractions, including Centennial Olympic Park and Peachtree Center. 3. The Big Chicken Cluck, cluck! Erected on top of a Kentucky Fried Chicken restaurant in Marie a, this seven-story landmark features a steel-sided chicken with moving eyes and beak. EXPLOREGEORGIA.ORG 53 ATLA N TA M ET R O MARK YOUR CALENDAR March 19, 2016 Sample more than 100 cra beers from breweries across the nation during the Suwanee American Cra Beer Fest, held in Suwanee Town Center Park. Groove to rock music on the lawn and cheer as hundreds compete for the title of "best brewer." April 110, 2016 Now in its 40th year, the Academy Award qualifying Atlanta Film Festival showcases a range of independent films in venues around the city. Film buffs will also enjoy a series of panels and seminars on moviemaking. April 1617, 2016 The Big Shanty Festival in Kennesaw combines artifacts from the Civil War with entertainment from the present day. Anchored by the Southern Museum of Civil War and Locomotive History, the festival also displays the works of more than 250 artists. May 2829, 2016 During the Alphare a Arts Streetfest, woodworkers, painters, photographers, and more showcase their works in Alphare a's charming historic district. Visitors scope for top-notch art while they take in smooth jazz and acoustic music. June 25, 2016 Eat, drink, and celebrate beneath the Atlanta city skyline at the Atlanta Food and Wine Festival. Weekend highlights include seminars with award-winning Southern chefs, more than 100 cooking and wine classes, and plenty of gastronomic delights. Aug. 2728, 2016 While summer winds down, enjoy time with family in the heart of Atlanta at the Grant Park Summer Shade Festival. The historic neighborhood welcomes thousands to its annual 5K, followed by live music, art, and kids activities ranging from storytelling to cra s. Sept. 25, 2016 Cheer as your favorite comic book and videogame characters parade through downtown Atlanta during Dragon Con. Weekend events include seminars on how to make the intricate costumes and Q&A sessions with filmmakers and celebrities. Sept. 24, 2016 At the International Festival & Dragon Boat Races on Lake McIntosh in Peachtree City, amateurs and experts alike compete in this 2,000-yearold sport. Spectators along the water's edge enjoy Asian foods and an artists expo. Oct. 89, 2016 The Atlanta Pride Festival and Parade brings acceptance and colorful marches to the city's urban landscape. Enjoy dances at Piedmont Park, a Family Zone, and live musical entertainment on two stages. Nov. 21, 2016Jan. 3, 2017 During Six Flags Holiday in the Park, more than 1 million LED lights transform Six Flags Over Georgia in Austell into a festive wonderland. 54 GEORGIA ON MY MIND Treetop Quest, Buford and Dunwoody Adventure Bound By Karina Timmel Antenucci Indulge your adventurous spirit with distinctive activities in Atlanta Metro's great outdoors. First, soar to new heights at Treetop Quest in Buford and Dunwoody, where ages four and older can discover self-guided treetop obstacle courses, canopy bridges, and zip lines of various levels. For more thrills, Six Flags Over Georgia takes you on rides such as Dare Devil Dive and Georgia Cyclone. It's also home to the newly revamped Hurricane Harbor water park--a cool respite in Georgia's warmer months--with water slides like the thrilling Bonzai Pipelines, which shoot you around 180- and 360-degree curves. Another great way to chill out as temperatures climb is to float down the famed Chattahoochee River. Rent a raft, canoe, kayak, tube, or standup paddleboard from Shoot the Hooch in Roswell, and get ready to make a splash. If you prefer to keep your feet on the ground, Arabia Mountain in Lithonia provides an hour's hike within a 2,550acre nature preserve. The unique granite monadnock, or exposed rock hill, is one of only a few in Georgia. On the other side of town in Peachtree City, you'll find the Peachtree City GeoTour, where you can explore the city's landmarks via golf cart and a geocaching tour--an outdoor treasure hunt of sorts that uses GPS to navigate you to the geocache (container) hidden at various locations. Game on! FILM STRIP ISTOCK COM ALPHARETTA ARTS STREETFEST JEREMY MELENDEZ DRAGON CON JAMEY REEVES ATLANTA PRIDE FESTIVAL AND PARADE TREETOP QUEST Move over, Hollywood: Atlanta is now one of the hottest filming locations in the country. See iconic spots from popular productions such as The Walking Dead and The Hunger Games: Mockingjay Parts 1 and 2 when you hop on a bus with Atlanta Movie Tours (pictured). South of the city, the Southern Hollywood Film Tour focuses on films shot in Peachtree City, including Sweet Home Alabama. For a solo adventure, opt for one of the many self-guided tours at tourgeorgiafilm.com. ATLAN TA M ETR O Sky Zone Trampoline Park, Roswell Children's Museum of Atlanta, Atlanta Georgia Aquarium, Atlanta KIDS CORNER American Girl Boutique, Alphare a SECRET LANDMARK In the bucolic town of Rex, a large monument memorializes a Civil Warera slave named Melvinia Shields. Who is she? None other than the great-great-great grandmother of First Lady Michelle Obama. Children's Museum of Atlanta Here's a museum kids can't wait to go to. Newly renovated, this downtown a raction lets children ages 8 and younger climb the two-story Gateway to the World, explore a 3,000-square-foot science mezzanine, pretend to be farmers, paint the walls, and so much more. American Girl Boutique One of only twenty American Girl retail stores in the country, this boutique in Alphare a's North Point Mall lets children purchase the popular dolls, plus dozens of coordinating accessories. Enjoy a meal in the Bistro and treat your doll to a hair salon appointment. Sky Zone Trampoline Park It's okay for youngsters to bounce off the walls at the world's first indoor trampoline park, located in Roswell. Jump into a pit filled with 10,000 foam cubes, play a game of ultimate dodgeball, and bounce from trampoline to trampoline. It's a pastime that blends fitness and fun. Georgia Aquarium At this Atlanta aquarium--the largest in the Western hemisphere--see gentle beluga whales, giant whale sharks, and spunky bo lenose dolphins up close. At the new SunTrust Georgia Explorer Gallery, set to open this year, discover a new sea lion habitat that showcases the marine mammals in all their charismatic charm. EXPLOREGEORGIA.ORG 55 ATLANTA MOVIE TOURS MELVINIA SHIELDS MEMORIAL CHILDREN'S MUSEUM JEFF ROFFMAN PHOTOGRAPHY AMERICAN GIRL BOUTIQUE SKY ZONE TRAMPOLINE PARK GEORGIA AQUARIUM ATLA N TA M ET R O AT T R A CT I O N S Acworth Alpharetta Johns Buford 85 KPSeponwrnieMndsgeaasrrwieStmt7ay55r7n5SapSRraoiCnnshdgwaysemllbD4leu0e0nwDouoluNCdt2yroh3erecLkroLilabsswuSLrruneowngacanenevvieillllee Mableton Austell 285 78 20Atlanta Douglasville Brookhaven 78 Snellville Decatur Stone Mountain 285 Lithonia ATLANTA East Point 20 METRO Hapeville 675 Union City College Park Ellenwood Fairburn 85 Morrow Stockbridge Tyrone Jonesboro 19 75 McDonough Fayetteville 41 PeachtreHe ampton City Locust Grove AT T R A C T I O N S Acworth Acworth Beach At Cauble Park, the beach opens on Memorial Day weekend and closes Labor Day weekend. Boat ramp, playgrounds, and pavilions. 4425 Beach St., 770-917-1234, lakeallatoona.com/parks/ acworth-beach-at-caublepark Alpharetta Alphare a History Walk Step back in time and explore 19 historical markers located throughout downtown Alphare a. Park Plaza, 178 S. Main St., Ste. 200, 678-297-0102, 800-294-0923, awesomealphare a.com/ about-alphare a/alphare ahistory-walk/ Alphare a Walk of Memories by American Legion Post 201 A tribute to veterans, the brick walkway is inscribed with the names of all Georgians who served in the military and died. Veterans Memorial Park, 201 Wills Rd., 770-475-9023, alphare a.us/ alphare awalkofmemories. aspx American Girl Boutique and Bistro Step into a girl's world at this unique store located inside North Point Mall. 1202 North Point Cir., North Point Mall, 877-247-5223, americangirl. com/retailstore/atlanta Big Creek Greenway An 8.2-mile-long, 12-footwide paved path for biking, walking, roller blading, and in-line skating along a creek. 3655 Preston Ridge Rd., 678297-6100, alphare a.ga.us/ government/departments/ recreation-parks/facilities/ big-creek-greenway Jekyll Brewing Tour the first brewery in Alphare a, making handcra ed beers from the finest ingredients. 2855 Marconi Dr., Ste. 350, 844-453-5955, jekyllbrewing.com Atlanta Agatha's A Taste of Mystery Presenting original murdermystery comedies; audience participation encouraged. A five-course meal is served. 161 Peachtree Center Ave. NE, 404-584-2211, agathas.com APEX Museum The African American Panoramic Experience (APEX) showcases art, dance, and African history. 135 Auburn Ave. NE, 494-523-2739, apexmuseum.org Atlanta Botanical Garden 30 acres of display gardens and shady woodlands featuring roses, herbs, conifers, carnivorous plants, and more. 1345 Piedmont Ave. NE, 404-876-5859, atlantabotanicalgarden.org Atlanta Braves Check website or call for schedule and ticket prices for this MLB team. Turner Field, 755 Hank Aaron Dr. SE, 404-577-9100, 800-745-3000, atlantabraves.com Atlanta Contemporary Art Center See cu ing-edge art and mingle with other art lovers at one of the nation's leading contemporary art centers. 535 Means St. NW, 404-6881970, thecontemporary.org Atlanta Dream Check website or call for schedule and ticket prices for this WNBA team. Philips Arena, 1 Philips Dr., 877-9777729, atlantadream.net Atlanta Falcons Check website for ticket pricing and schedule information for this NFL team. Georgia Dome, 1 Georgia Dome Dr., 404-223-8444, 855-222-3267, atlantafalcons.com Center for Puppetry Arts, Atlanta Atlanta Hawks Check website or call for schedule and ticket prices for this NBA team. Philips Arena, 1 Philips Dr., 404-8783000, hawks.com Atlanta History Center The Southeast's premier history museum, with 22 acres of gardens, two historic homes, and six signature exhibits. 130 W. Paces Ferry Rd. NW, 404-814-4000, atlantahistorycenter.com Atlanta Movie Tours Trace the footsteps of your favorite characters from movies and television. 327 Nelson St. SW, 855-255-3456, atlantamovietours.com Atlanta Preservation Center Guided Walking Tours Spend an hour and a half touring sites such as the Fox Theatre, Inman Park, and historic Downtown. 327 St. Paul Ave. SE, 404-688-3353, preserveatlanta.com ATL-Cruzers Electric Car and Segway Tours Tour Atlanta on one of our exciting five-passenger, open air "electric" cars and learn about the city's rich history. 160 Ted Turner Dr. NW, 404492-7009, 800-979-3370, atlcruzers.com Bicycle Tours of Atlanta Take a leisurely roll through the historic neighborhoods, culture, and beauty of this great Southern city. Studioplex Lo s, 659 Auburn Ave., 404-273-2558, biketoursatl. com Bill Lowe Gallery See exhibitions featuring internationally known as well as emerging artists at this contemporary art gallery. 764 Miami Cir., Ste. 120 & 210, 404-352-8114, lowegallery. com Braves Museum & Hall of Fame/Turner Field Tours Open year-round, the museum features more than 600 Braves artifacts, and tours take guests to areas off-limits during games. 755 Hank Aaron Dr., 404-6142310, braves.com/tours Buford Highway Farmers Market Shop a large selection of exotic and organic produce, fresh meat and seafood, authentic ingredients, and hard-to-find items. 5600 Buford Hwy. NE, 770-4550770, aofwc.com Callanwolde Fine Arts Center Tour the Tudor Revival-style mansion, built in 1920 as the home of the eldest son of Coca-Cola founder Asa Candler. 980 Briarcliff Rd. NE, 404-872-5338, callanwolde.org Centennial Olympic Park This 21-acre park features the Olympic Fountain of Rings, playgrounds, a visitors center, water gardens, and plazas. 265 Park Ave. W. NW, 404-223-4412, centennialpark.com Center for Civil and Human Rights Experience exhibits that tell powerful and authentic stories of the American civil rights movement and global human rights. 100 Ivan Allen Jr. Blvd., 678-999-8990, civilandhumanrights.org Center for Puppetry Arts This unique cultural destination features performances for all ages and a museum displaying puppets from around the world. 1404 Spring St. NW at 18th, 404873-3391, puppet.org 56 GEORGIA ON MY MIND CENTER FOR PUPPETRY ARTS SARAMIEL ALVAREZ DISCOVER THE UNEXPECTED IN ATLANTA! HIGHLY-ANTICIPATED OPENINGS, ANNIVERSARIES AND TRADITIONS ALL TO BE EXPERIENCED THIS YEAR. 1 2 3 Photo credit: Addison Hill 4 5 Photo credit: Sara Hanna 6 7 8 Photo credit: C. McCullers 1 Visit Kermit and his friends at the Worlds of Puppetry Museum, Center for Puppetry Arts and the 2 newly renovated Children's Museum of Atlanta both now open! 3 New Suntrust Pier 225 Sea Lion Exhibit opens in March at the Georgia Aquarium. 4 April brings activities around the 100th Anniversary of the late Maestro Robert Shaw's birthday at the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra (pictured); 80th Anniversary of the Atlanta Dogwood Festival; 40th Anniversary of the Atlanta Film Festival and new openings at the Atlanta History Center. 5 "Chihuly in the Garden" returns in May to the Atlanta Botanical Garden. 6 Celebrate the 20th Anniversary of the 1996 Centennial Olympic Games in August. 7 October means Halloween (Historic Oakland Cemetery pictured). 8 Holidays in Atlanta will provide special memories (Atlanta Ballet's Nutcracker pictured). BE INSPIRED Whether you're dining at Buckhead's famous restaurants, shopping at our legendary boutiques and stores, or simply relaxing at one of our world-class hotels, Buckhead's the place to be. Atlanta.net/Buckhead FROM SQUARES TO SWEET SPOTS COLLEGE FOOTBALL HALL OF FAME FERNBANK MUSEUM OF NATURAL HISTORY AT LA N TA M ETR O AT TRACTI O N S College Football Hall of Fame, Atlanta Atlanta's Sweet Spot. travelcobb.org 800.431.3480 It's Hip to be Square mariettasquare.com 800.835.0445 58 GEORGIA ON MY MIND The Children's Museum of Atlanta Children can explore and discover through hands-on learning and play. Field trips, parties, camp, and facility rentals. 275 Centennial Olympic Park Dr. NW, 404-659-5437, childrensmuseumatlanta.org College Football Hall of Fame See college football artifacts and interactive multimedia exhibits celebrating the game's greatest players and coaches. 250 Marie a St. NW, 404-880-4800, chall.com Fernbank Museum of Natural History Explore cultural treasures, ancient fossils, and science interactives, and experience a film in the IMAX Theatre. 767 Cli on Rd. NE, 404-929-6300, fernbankmuseum.org Fernbank Science Center This learning center has a 500seat planetarium, an observatory, a NASA Aeronautics Education lab, and a 65-acre forest. 156 Heaton Park Dr., 678-874-7102, fernbank.edu Fox Theatre Built in the 1920s as a Shriner Mosque, the theater is designed with domes, minarets, and an Arabian sky complete with stars. 660 Peachtree St. NE, 404-881-2100, 855-285-8499, foxtheatre.org Georgia Aquarium Visit the world's largest aquarium, with more than 8 million gallons of water and 120,000 fish and other sea creatures. 225 Baker St. NW, 404-581-4000, georgiaaquarium.org Guided Walking History Tour at Underground Atlanta On this 50-minute interactive walking tour, learn the history of Atlanta from its early development to modern day influence. ACVB Visitors Center at Underground Atlanta, 50 Upper Alabama St., 404-5232311, underground-atlanta.com/ history/tours High Museum of Art European, American, African, decorative, folk, and 20th-century art. 1280 Peachtree St. NE, 404733-4444, high.org Historic Oakland Cemetery Visit the graves of 6,900 Confederate soldiers, author Margaret Mitchell, golfer Bobby Jones, and thousands more at Oakland. 248 Oakland Ave. SE, 404-688-2107, oaklandcemetery.com Inside CNN Studio Tour A 55-minute behind-the-scenes guided studio tour of the global headquarters of CNN, the world's news leader. 190 Marie a St. NW, 404-827-2300, cnn.com/tour Jimmy Carter Presidential Library & Museum Step into the Oval Office, experience a day in the life of the president, and see the Nobel Peace Prize. 441 Freedom Pkwy., 404-8657100, jimmycarterlibrary.gov LEGOLAND Discovery Center Atlanta A world of color, creativity, and fun with 15 a ractions, two rides, a 4D cinema, and more designed for children aged 3-10. 3500 Peachtree Rd. NE, 404-848-9252, legolanddiscoverycenter.com/ atlanta Fernbank Museum of Natural History, Atlanta AT T R A CT I O N S Margaret Mitchell House, Atlanta Margaret Mitchell House Trace the footsteps of Margaret Mitchell and discover the birthplace of her Pulitzer Prizewinning novel, Gone with the Wind. 979 Crescent Ave. NE, Atlanta History Center's Midtown Campus, 404-249-7015, margaretmitchellhouse.com 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. 450 Auburn Ave. NE, 404-331-5190, nps.gov/malu/index.htm Mayor's Office of Cultural Affairs Atlanta Public Art Tour Download the app for an interactive tour of public art through downtown Atlanta. Guided tours also available. 233 Peachtree St. NE, 404-546-6815, ocaatlanta.com Michael C. Carlos Museum at Emory University More than 9,000 years of art and art history, with collections from ancient Egypt, Greece, and Rome. 571 S. Kilgo Cir., 404-727-4282, carlos.emory.edu Millennium Gate Museum A triumphal arch and history museum that preserves and interprets Georgia history, art, culture, and philanthropic heritage. 395 17th St. NW, 404881-0900, thegateatlanta.com The Museum of Contemporary Art of Georgia Atlanta-based museum features the best of contemporary visual art by Georgia's emerging and established artists. 75 Benne St., 404-367-8700, mocaga.org Museum of Design Atlanta The only museum in the Southeast devoted exclusively to the celebration of design and how it affects our daily lives. 1315 Peachtree St., 404-9796455, museumofdesign.org Oglethorpe University Museum of Art See an impressive permanent collection of fine art, and three originally conceived and curated exhibitions each year. 4484 Peachtree Rd. NE, 404364-8555, museum.oglethorpe.edu The Peachtree Trolley Starting near Centennial Olympic Park, get acquainted with the must-sees of Atlanta on a 90-minute narrated tour. Hilton Garden Inn, 275 Baker St. NW, 770-425-1006, thepeachtreetrolley.com The William Breman Jewish Heritage Museum Through the lens of Jewish experience, the museum explores universal themes such as human dignity and respect for difference. 1440 Spring St. NW, 678-222-3700, thebreman.org 770-425-1006 toursaroundatlanta.com #1 AQUARIUM IN THE U.S. TROLLEY SIGHTSEEING TOURS EXPLOREGEORGIA.ORG 59 GDED COME VISIT ATLANTA METRO ATTRACTIONS PEACHTREE CITY VISITOR RESOURCES DESTINATION MARKETING ORGANIZATIONS: Call or email these professional resources when dreaming, planning, and booking your next Georgia vacation. Acworth Tourism 770.917.1234, acworthtourism.org Alphare a Convention and Visitors Bureau 678.297.2811, awesomealphare a.com Atlanta Convention and Visitors Bureau 404.521.6600, atlanta.net Brookhaven Office of Tourism 404.637.0516, brookhavenga.gov Clayton County Convention and Visitors Bureau 678.610.4242, atlantastruesouth.com Cobb Travel & Tourism 678.303.2622, travelcobb.org *Henry County Convention and Visitors Bureau 1709 Highway 20 W, McDonough, GA 30753, 770.957.5786, visithenrycountygeorgia.com *Marie a Visitors Bureau 4 Depot Street, Marie a, GA 30060, 770.429.1115, marie asquare.com Meet College Park 404.334.7500, meetcpga.com *Morrow Tourist Center 6475 Jonesboro Road, Morrow, GA 30260, 770.968.1623, cityofmorrow.com Decatur Tourism Bureau 678.615.0915, visitdecaturgeorgia.com DeKalb Convention and Visitors Bureau 770.492.5000, visitatlantasdekalbcounty.com Douglasville Convention and Visitors Bureau 770.947.5920, visitdouglasville.com Convention and Visitors Bureau of Dunwoody 800.630.2270, cvbdunwoody.com Explore Gwinne 770.623.3600, exploregwinne .org Johns Creek Convention and Visitors Bureau 800.590.4211, johnscreekcvb.com Lawrenceville Convention and Visitors Bureau 678.226.2639, visitlawrenceville.com McDonough Hospitality and Tourism 770.898.3196, visitmcdonoughga.com Peachtree City Convention and Visitors Bureau 678.216.0282, visitpeachtreecity.com Historic Roswell Convention and Visitors Bureau 770.640.3253, 800.776.7935, visitroswellga.com *Sandy Springs Hospitality & Tourism Welcome Center 5920 Roswell Road, Ste. A/118, Sandy Springs, GA 30328, 770.206.1447, 866.511.7742, visitsandysprings.org Snellville Tourism & Trade Association 770.310.0429, snellvilletourism.com City of Union City 770.964.2288, unioncityga.org GEORGIA VISITOR INFORMATION CENTER: Located in the baggage claim area of the world's busiest airport, stop here for Georgia travel information. Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport 6000 N. Terminal Pkwy., Atlanta, GA 30320 (domestic arrivals/baggage claim area) REGIONAL VISITOR INFORMATION CENTERS: When you're here and need more information, these certified locations have staff trained to help. They can also make recommendations about walking tours, restaurants, and more. Underground Atlanta Welcome Center 65 Upper Alabama Street, Atlanta, GA 30303, 404.577.2148 Clayton County Welcome Center 104 N. Main Street, Jonesboro, GA 30236, 770.478.4800 Douglasville Welcome Center 6694 E. Broad Street, Douglasville, GA 30134, 770.947.5920 *Also a Regional Visitor Information Center available for drop-by visits. GDED Reservations by phone 678.216.0282 Please visit us online visitpeachtreecity.com The Visitors Center 201 McIntosh Trail Peachtree City, GA 30269 60 GEORGIA ON MY MIND World of Coca-Cola Learn the history of Coca-Cola, walk through a bo ling line, enjoy a 4-D movie, and taste products from around the world. 121 Baker St. NW, 404-676-5151, 800-6762653, worldofcoca-cola.com The Wren's Nest Tour the museum, once home to writer Joel Chandler Harris, recorder of the Br'er Rabbit stories. Storytelling Saturdays at 1. 1050 Ralph David Abernathy Blvd. SW, 404-753-7735, wrensnest.org Zoo Atlanta Get to know one of the Southeast's top destinations for wildlife and family fun, featuring giant pandas and gorillas. 800 Cherokee Ave. SE, 404-624-9453, zooatlanta.org Austell Six Flags Over Georgia The largest regional theme park in the Southeast with 11 coasters, Hurricane Harbor water park, and thrills for the family. 275 Riverside Pkwy. SW, 770-739-3400, sixflags.com/overgeorgia Buford Tannery Row Artist Colony Buford sculptors, glass-blowers, photographers, and other artists open their studios so the public can view works in progress. 554 W. Main St., 470-326-6656, tanneryrowartistcolony.com/ World of Coca-Cola, Atlanta Dacula Fish Lanier Guide Service Fish for striper, crappie, and spo ed bass with a professional guide, who will clean your catch and provide fishing gear. 1602 Rustic Oak Ct., 770-945-0797, fishlanier.com Meet me at Atlanta's happy place 2015 The Coca-Cola Company. "THE WORLD OF COCA-COLA" and the Contour Bottle Design are registered trademarks of The Coca-Cola Company. EXPLOREGEORGIA.ORG 61 AT LA N TA M ETR O AT TRACTI O N S SuperShuttle is the top transportation provider for airport or point to point transportation in Atlanta! BUCKHEAD MIDTOWN DOWNTOWN AIRPORT Contact us to book your transportation today. supershuttle.com 404.410.1290 atlsales@supershuttle.com Atlanta Motor Speedway, Hampton Decatur Your DeKalb Farmers Market Shop this 140,000-square-foot international farmers market with exotic, ethnic, and organic produce, meat, bakery, and more. 3000 Ponce de Leon Ave., 404377-6400, dekalbfarmersmarket. com Douglasville Douglas County Museum of History & Art/Visitor Information Center Newly revamped museum which offers over 200 collections including a number of mid20th-century rotating exhibits. 6754 Broad St., 678-449-3939, visitdouglascountyga.com Music Heritage Of The South Learn about the Southern cultural lifestyle, the Civil War, the Civil Rights Movement, and more on a 20-city tour of the South. 6267 Sherrian St., 770-5771434, musicheritageofthesouth. com Duluth Jacqueline Casey Hudgens Center for the Arts See rotating gallery exhibits, a sculpture garden, and gift shops. Also enjoy year-round art classes and a kids art zone. 6400 Sugarloaf Pkwy., Bldg. 300, 770623-6002, thehudgens.org Southeastern Railway Museum Georgia's official transportation museum with vintage railway equipment, President Harding's private car, and train rides. 3595 Buford Hwy., 770-476-2013, southeasternrailwaymuseum.org Dunwoody Dunwoody Nature Center Stroll wetland, woodland, and streamside trails; display gardens; and more at this natural classroom in Dunwoody Park. 5343 Roberts Dr., 770-394-3322, dunwoodynature.org Forest Park Atlanta State Farmers Market The 150-acre Atlanta State Farmers Market is considered one of the largest outdoor markets in the U.S. 16 Forest Pkwy., 404-675-1782, agr.georgia.gov/ atlanta-farmers-market.aspx Hampton Atlanta Motor Speedway Atlanta's venue for NASCAR's Sprint Cup Series, XFINITY Series, and Camping World Truck Series racing. 1500 Tara Pl., 770946-4211, atlantamotorspeedway. com Nash Farm Battlefield & Museum The 204-acre public park was the scene of considerable military activity during the Civil War. Museum open Fri.-Sat., 9 a.m.-5 p.m., 100 Babbs Mill Rd., 404-281-8651, henrycountybattlefield.com Newman Wetlands Center Catch sight of more than 130 bird species and explore the tree-lined paths as you listen to the songs of nature. 2755 Freeman Rd., 770-603-5603, ccwa.us/ newman-wetlands-center Johns Creek Autrey Mill Nature Preserve and Heritage Center Forty-six acres of woodlands, trails, pavilions, historic buildings, animal exhibits, and replicas of Native American dwellings. 9770 Autrey Mill Rd., 678-3663511, autreymill.org Johns Creek Veterans Memorial Walk In a wooded part of Newtown Park, this trail with granite memorials is dedicated to veterans, their families, and supporters. 3150 Old Alabama Rd., 678-5123200, johnscreekveteransmemorial.org Jonesboro Arts Clayton Gallery Monthly exhibitions feature Georgia artists as well as traveling exhibits and collections. Find a new artist to love. 136 S. Main St., 770-473-5457, artsclayton. org/gallery Gone with the Wind Tour A nostalgic audio narrative with tales of Margaret Mitchell's Gone with the Wind and its unique ties to Jonesboro. 104 N. Main St., 770-478-4800, 800-662-7829, atlantastruesouth. com/gone-with-wind/historicbus-tours Road to Tara Museum Relive Rhett and Scarlett's romance through original manuscripts, reproductions of Scarlett's dresses, and Civil War exhibit. 104 N. Main St., 770-4784800, atlantastruesouth.com/ gone-with-wind/road-to-taramuseum/ HOME & HOTEL AIRPORT RIDE 62 GEORGIA ON MY MIND 24 HR SERVICE 1-800-258-3826 AT L A NTA M OTO R S P E E DWAY GEORGIA'S #1 ATTRACTION Paul Dingman 2008 Play, stay and getaway at Stone Mountain Park, a 3,200 acre natural wonderland located just 15 minutes from downtown Atlanta. The world's largest piece of exposed granite is just the beginning of the unique attractions you'll find at Stone Mountain Park. Choose your adventure from family-friendly attractions and entertainment, year-round events and a selection of lodging right on property, including two Marriott hotels and a family campground. stonemountainpark.com 800.317.2006 Visit Atlanta's DeKalb Family Attractions Stone Mountain Park Dining & Nightlife The Pinewood Photo by Justen Clay Music & Festivals Kristian Bush 1-866-633-5252 | AtlantasDeKalb.com EXPLOREGEORGIA.ORG 63 ATLAN TA M ETR O AT TRACTI O N S Stately Oaks Plantation, Jonesboro Southern Belles & Whistles Tour This tour highlights Jonesboro's history from a Creek Indian se lement to having 13 saloons on Main Street. 104 N. Main St., 770-478-4800, atlantastruesouth.com/gonewith-wind/historic-bus-tours Stately Oaks Plantation Take a tour of an 1839 antebellum plantation complete with an original log kitchen, tenant home, and one-room schoolhouse. 100 Carriage Ln., 770-473-0197, historicaljonesboro.org Kennesaw Kennesaw Mountain National Ba lefield Park Self-guided tours of the Civil War ba lefield, 15 miles of historic earthworks, recreation and picnicking facilities. 900 Kennesaw Mountain Dr. NW, 770-427-4686, nps. gov/kemo Smith-Gilbert Gardens Stroll 16 acres of serene gardens, including bonsai trees, camellias, roses, conifers, and sculptures united by woodland paths. 2382 Pine Mountain Rd., 770-919-0248, smithgilbertgardens.com Southern Museum of Civil War & Locomotive History Includes a Civil Warera locomotive, re-created early20th-century locomotive, and many Civil War relics. 2829 Cherokee St., 770-4272117, southernmuseum.org Lawrenceville Bill Vanderford's Fishing Guide Service Learn tricks and tips for catching trout, bass, and other panfish from renowned fisherman Bill Vanderford. P.O. Box 1222, 770-289-1543, georgiafishing.com Gwinne Braves Check website for ticket pricing and schedule information for this AAA team owned and operated by the Atlanta Braves. 2500 Buford Dr. NE, 678-277-0340, gwinne braves.com Medieval Times Dinner & Tournament Feast on a bountiful fourcourse meal while cheering for brave knights on horseback competing in a jousting tournament. 5900 Sugarloaf Pkwy., 888-935-6878, 888935-6878, medievaltimes.com/ atlanta.aspx Yesterday you caught a Broadway show, today a fish. GDED 2015 Sandy Springs Hospitality and Tourism. All Rights reserved. When you stay in Sandy Springs, you are minutes away from Atlanta and next to more than 950 acres of natural areas. Enjoy hundreds of independent shops and restaurants. If you like sports, you're close to the Braves, Falcons, Hawks and lots and lots of fish. VisitSandySprings.org 64 GEORGIA ON MY MIND Sweetwater Creek State Park, Lithia Springs AT TRACTI O N S ATLAN TA M ETR O GEORGIA STATE PARKS SOUTHERN MUSEUM OF CIVIL WAR & LOCOMOTIVE HISTORY Lilburn BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir Take an audio tour that shares spellbinding facts about the mandir and insight on Hindu art, architecture, and philosophy. 460 Rockbridge Rd. NW, 678906-2277, atlanta.baps.org Yellow River Game Ranch A 25-acre animal preserve offers a trail to see black bears, cougars, buffalo, and other animals indigenous to Georgia. 4525 U.S. Hwy. 78, 770-972-6643, yellowrivergameranch.com Lithia Springs Sweetwater Creek State Park Nine miles of trails lead to a textile mill burned during the Civil War and a reservoir popular for fishing and kayaking. 1750 Mt. Vernon Rd., 770-732-5871, 800864-7275, georgiastateparks.org/ sweetwatercreek Lithonia Arabia Mountain National Heritage Area Explore biking trails, historic sites, and a monastery. Brochures available at the Davidson-Arabia Mountain Nature Preserve. 3350 Klondike Rd., 404-998-8384, 404998-8384, arabiaalliance.org Southern Museum of Civil War & Locomotive History, Kennesaw Locust Grove Noah's Ark Animal Sanctuary Houses domestic and exotic animals such as bears, lions, tigers, and monkeys. Picnic on grounds and playgrounds. 712 LG Griffin Rd., 770-957-0888, noahs-ark.org Marietta Cha ahoochee River National Recreation Area, Johnson Ferry Unit, North Entrance Along the banks of the Cha ahoochee River, this park includes 2.5 miles of trails, a boat launch, and a covered pavilion. 301 Johnson Ferry Rd., 678-538-1200, nps.gov/chat Historic Marie a Trolley Co. Take a ride through history aboard the Historic Marie a Trolley. 131 Church St., 770-4251006, marie atrolley.com Historic Marie a WalkingDriving Tour A self-guided tour leading to more than 50 historic buildings and homes throughout Marie a's National Historic Districts. 4 Depot St., 770-429-1115, 800835-0445, marie asquare.com Marie a Gone with the Wind Museum: Scarle on the Square Gone with the Wind memorabilia, including the original honeymoon gown worn by Vivien Leigh in her role as Scarle . 18 Whitlock Ave. NW, 770-794-5576, gwtwmarie a.com Marie a Museum of History Discover the rich history of Marie a and Cobb through a tapestry of exhibits spanning the American Indians to the present. 1 Depot St., Ste. 200, 770-7945710, marie ahistory.org EXPLOREGEORGIA.ORG 65 ATLANTA METRO DOWNTOWN & ALL AROUND! GONE WITH THE WIND TRAIL *HRUJLDV2IFLDO6WDWH 'HVLJQDWHG7UDLO Visit us online at GWTWTrail.com iconic puppets from around the world great group tour rates affordable facility rentals NVTFVNkQFSGPSNBODFTkXPSLTIPQT fun for ages 4 and up SXSSHWRUJ| 1404 SPRING ST. NW, ATLANTA, GA 30309 Season supported in part by: Fulton County Board of Commissioners; the City of Atlanta Mayor's Office of Cultural Affairs; and Georgia Council for the Arts, a partner agency of the National Endowment for the Arts. Kermit the Frog Disney. Gobo Fraggle The Jim Henson Co. Gumby Premavision, Inc. EXPLOREGEORGIA.ORG/ATLANTAMETRO ATLANTA METRO DOWNTOWN & ALL AROUND! World's Largest Dinosaurs IMAX Theatre Interactive Exhibitions Engaging Family Programs New! Outdoor Adventures* (*Opening Summer 2016) Buy it Here! Free Parking! Minutes from Midtown FernbankMuseum.org moDeRn SPiRit. Southern Soul. BCohuorcboolnataen7dLBayaecroCn aInkfeuwseitdh Mile-high Whipped Cream ingredients & directions Entire package 2 cups Dash Assortment Add to taste Blend Layer Liberally ECnhdaletstashofuonchee River HRAFSierrspsiteettnocgadraiuasyllrleaaernnviteedssnftaasannmddilbbyroeuwteiqruieess For more information call 800-776-7935 or visit us at www.visitroswellga.com EXPLOREGEORGIA.ORG/ATLANTAMETRO AT TRACTI O N S Marie a/Cobb Museum of Art, Marie a OFFICIAL HOME OF GONE WITH THE WIND Clayton County, Georgia | AtlantasTrueSouth.com Where Rhett and Scarlett Meet Again 104 NORTH MAIN STREET, JONESBORO, GA 30236 | 800.662.7829 | #ATLtruesouth Marie a/Cobb Museum of Art This charming art museum dedicated to American art houses traveling exhibitions as well as a permanent exhibit. 30 Atlanta St., 770-528-1444, marie acobbartmuseum.org Six Flags White Water Atlanta Open mid-May to early September. More than 50 a ractions, including slides, three kids areas, a wave pool and a lazy river. 250 Cobb Pkwy. N, #100, 770-948-9290, sixflags.com/whitewater McDonough Heritage Park Veterans Museum Browse an array of military uniforms, equipment, supplies, and more from WWI to present. 101 Lake Dow Rd., 404-831-9740, heritageparkveteransmuseum.com Southern Belle Farm A 330-acre farm in McDonough with U-pick strawberries, blackberries, and pumpkins; a corn maze; and fall fun. 1658 Turner Church Rd., 770-288-2582, southernbellefarm.com Morrow Georgia Archives Georgia's most valuable historical documents are housed here. 5800 Jonesboro Rd., 678-364-3710, georgiaarchives.org Reynolds Nature Preserve A 146-acre natural woodland habitat with Nature Center, bu erfly garden, wetlands, and three miles of hiking trails. 5665 Reynolds Rd., 770-603-4188, reynoldsnaturepreserve.org Palmetto Cochran Mill Nature Center Located just 20 minutes south of Atlanta in Palme o; hike and see wild animals, including reptiles and birds of prey. 6300 Cochran Mill Rd., 770-3060914, cochranmillnaturecenter.org Peachtree City Southern Hollywood Film Tour This tour gives a glimpse into famous TV and movie film sites, including some seen in Sweet Home Alabama. 201 McIntosh Trl., 678-216-0282, visitpeachtreecity.com/what-to-do/a ractions/all/ duplicate-of-venue 68 GEORGIA ON MY MIND HAROLD DANIELS/COBB CHAMBER AT T R ACTI O N S ATLAN TA M ETR O Roswell Barrington Hall One of the best examples of Greek Revival Temple architecture in the United States. Occupied by Union troops in 1864. 535 Barrington Dr., 678-639-7500, southerntrilogy.com Bulloch Hall Tour the 1839 childhood home of Mi ie Bulloch, mother of President Theodore Roosevelt, including a garden and nature trail. 180 Bulloch Ave., 770-9921731, 800-776-7935, bullochhall.org Cha ahoochee Nature Center Enjoy freshwater ponds, wooded uplands, river marshes, and wildlife along the river. 9135 Willeo Rd., 770-992-2055, cha naturecenter.org Roswell Fire Museum This small local museum focuses on the history and evolution of the Roswell Volunteer Fire Department. 1002 Alphare a St., 770-640-3253, roswellgov.com/ government/fire/roswell-firemuseum Shoot the Hooch Ra , kayak, or canoe down the Cha ahoochee River in Sandy Springs. Groups welcome. 203 Azalea Dr., 770-650-1008, shootthehooch.com Smith Plantation Original 1845 plantation home with original furnishings and outbuildings, including slave quarters, corncrib, and kitchen. 935 Alphare a St., 678-639-7500, archibaldsmithplantation.org Anne Frank in the World This exhibit tells the story of young Anne Frank and explores lessons of the Holocaust and its relevance today. 5920 Roswell Rd., Ste. A-209, 770-206-1558, holocaust.georgia.gov Sandy Springs Atlanta Capitals Hockey Team Check website for ticket pricing and schedule information for this junior hockey team. 5750 Roswell Rd., 404-3649810, na3hlatlantacapitals. pointstreaksites.com/view/ na3hltopeka/the-official-homeof-atlanta-capitals-hockey Cha ahoochee River National Recreation Area Enjoy recreational activities, natural habitats, and cultural sites all within a short drive of downtown Atlanta. 1978 Island Ford Pkwy., 678-538-1200, nps. gov/chat Nantahala Outdoor Center (NOC) Cha ahoochee River National Recreation Area Take a trip down the Cha ahoochee River. Rentals for tubing, kayaking, stand-up paddleboarding, and ra ing are available. 5450 Interstate N. Pkwy., 770226-9519, noc.com/plan-your-trip/ cha ahoochee-river Smyrna Smyrna History Museum A large collection of photographs, memorabilia, publications, and historical and genealogical research materials. 2861 Atlanta Rd., 770-431-2858, smyrnahistory. org/_museum.htm Stockbridge Panola Mountain State Park This granite mountain offers rare plants, picnic areas, fishing, archery, an interpretive center, and ranger-led hikes. 2600 Hwy. 155 SW, 770-389-7801, 800-8647275, georgiastateparks.org/ panolamountain The Pumpkin Patch at Yule Forest Hwy. 155 Experience the Pumpkin Patch and several haunted a ractions in October with a cut-your-own Christmas tree Nov.-Dec. 3565 N. Hwy. 155, 770-954-9356, aboutyule.com Stone Mountain ART Station Located in the Old Trolley Station in historic Stone Mountain Village. Offers theater, galleries, cra s, classes, and events. 5384 Manor Dr., 770-469-1105, artstation.org Stone Mountain Park Features a ractions, historical and natural sites, two hotels, campground, golf courses, and woodland hiking trails. 1000 Robert E. Lee Dr., 770-498-5690, 800-401-2407, stonemountainpark.com Suwanee Suwanee SculpTour This self-guided outdoor art exhibit has 15 sculptures created from an array of materials. Sculptures change bi-annually. 330 Town Center Ave., 770-9458996, suwanee.com/whatsnew. sculptour.php STONE MOUNTAIN PARK Stone Mountain Park, Stone Mountain EXPLOREGEORGIA.ORG 69 Come Home to www.cometopowdersprings.org 70 GEORGIA ON MY MIND Powder Springs WH E R E TO STAY Hotels & Motels ACWORTH America's Best Inns - Acworth 5320 Cherokee St., 770-974-5400, americas-best-inn-acworth.magnusonhotels.com Americas Best Value Inn - Acworth/Kennesaw 5245 Glade Rd., 770-966-1644, americasbestvalueinn.com Best Western Acworth Inn 5155 Cowan Rd., 770-9740116, bestwestern.com Days Inn Acworth 164 Northpoint Way, 770-9759000, daysinn.com Econo Lodge - Acworth 4980 Cowan Rd., 770-9741922, 800-424-6423, econolodge.com Holiday Inn Express & Suites Acworth - Kennesaw Northwest 200 North Point Way, 678-574-4222, 800439-4745, hiexpress.com La Quinta Inn Acworth 184 North Point Way, 770975-9920, laquintaacworth.com Super 8 - Acworth/Atlanta Area 4970 Cowan Rd., 770-966-9700, super8.com A L P H A R E T TA Atlanta Marrio Alphare a 5750 Windward Pkwy., 770-754-9600, alphare amarrio .com Comfort Inn - Alphare a 5455 Windward Pkwy. W, 770-664-7997, comfortinn.com Courtyard by Marrio - Atlanta Alphare a 12655 Deerfield Pkwy., 678-366-3360, marrio .com DoubleTree by Hilton Atlanta - Alphare a 2925 Jordan Ct., 678-347-0022, doubletree3.hilton.com Embassy Suites Atlanta - Alphare a 5955 North Point Pkwy., 678-566-8800, embassysuitesalphare a. com Extended Stay America - Alphare a 1950 Rock Mill Rd., 770-475-2676, 800-398-7829, extendedstayamerica.com Extended Stay America - Atlanta/Alphare a/North Point/West 3329 Old Milton Pkwy., 770-569-1730, 800-398-7829, extendedstayamerica.com Extended Stay America - Atlanta/Alphare a/ Northpoint/East 3331 Old Milton Pkwy., 770-4757871, 800-646-2800, extendedstayamerica.com Fairfield Inn & Suites Atlanta Alphare a 11385 Haynes Bridge Rd., 770-663-4000, 800-228-2800, marrio .com Hampton Inn & Suites Alphare a 16785 Old Morris Rd., 678-393-0990, hamptoninn3.hilton.com Hampton Inn Alphare a/Roswell 10740 Westside Way, 770-640-5511, hamptoninn3.hilton.com Hilton Garden Inn Atlanta North Point 10975 Georgia Lane, 678-566-3900, hiltongardeninn3.hilton.com Hilton Garden Inn Atlanta North/Alphare a 4025 Windward Plaza, 770-360-7766, hiltongardeninn3. hilton.com Holiday Inn Express & Suites Alphare a - Windward Parkway 12505 Innovation Way, 678-339-0505, ihg.com Homewood Suites by Hilton Atlanta - Alphare a 10775 Davis Dr., 770-998-1622, homewoodsuites3. hilton.com Hya Place Atlanta/Alphare a/North Point Mall 7500 North Point Pkwy., 770-594-8788, hya placeatlantanorthpointmall.com Hya Place Atlanta/Alphare a/Windward Parkway 5595 Windward Pkwy., 770-343-9566, alphare awindwardparkway.place.hya .com La Quinta Inn & Suites Atlanta Alphare a 1350 North Point Dr., 770-754-7800, laquintaatlantaalphare a.com Ramada Limited Alphare a 3020 Mansell Rd., 678461-7300, ramada.com Residence Inn Atlanta Alphare a/North Point Mall 1325 North Point Dr., 770-587-1151, marrio .com Residence Inn Atlanta Alphare a/Windward 5465 Windward Pkwy. 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Nature lovers and outdoor adventurers will also find plenty to see and do here, including kayaking along the riverways, exploring rugged trails, embarking on a turkey hunt, enjoying a game of disc golf, or simply cooling off in one of the many lakes. { A B OV E: E L I JA H C LA R K STAT E PA R K , L I N C O L N TO N } GDED LADY ANTEBELLUM PAVILION STATUE AUGUSTA CVB BLIND WILLIE THOMSON MCDUFFIE CVB Lady Antebellum Pavilion This mammoth venue in Evans welcomes 10,000 fans to its 140,000 square feet of lawn space. Named for the country act that includes Columbia County natives Charles Kelley and Dave Haywood, it has hosted musical guests such as Lynyrd Skynyrd, Li le Big Town, and of course, its namesake group. 76 GEORGIA ON MY MIND MUSICAL NOTES James Brown Statue The Godfather of Soul's music lives on-- and so does his image, thanks in part to a nearly life-size bronze statue of the superstar. Located near the Imperial Theatre where he performed and the portion of Augusta's Ninth Street named for him, the landmark features a camera that can send a photo of you and James Brown to your cell phone. Blind Willie McTell Blues Festival This popular festival takes place May 7 in Thomson, the 1901 birthplace of William "Blind Willie" McTell, one of the stalwarts of blues. Though he lost his sight, he became a masterful guitarist and storyteller. This festival in his honor includes both local and national blues greats. FIELD TRIALS BURKE COUNTY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE MEADOW GARDEN GDED PHINIZY SWAMP NATURE PARK LIAM WOLFF CLASSIC SOUTH Capital Files By Elizabeth Florio Trivia fans, take note: Georgia's Classic South region lays claim to some unique superlatives. Sandersville, for example, is the "Kaolin Capital of the World." What's kaolin, you ask? It's a white clay used in everything from porcelain to rockets, and so vital is it to Sandersville's economy, the town hosts a celebratory Kaolin Festival each October complete with a golf tournament, mine tour, and Miss Kaolin pageant. Over in Swainsboro, the timber industry reigns, making the town the unofficial "Pine Tree Capital of the World." Each May, Swainsboro's longstanding Pine Tree Festival & Southeast Timber Expo stages a parade and plenty of spectacles (motocross stunts, pig races, a car show, and more). Field Trials, Waynesboro Then there's Waynesboro. For more than a century, it has hosted a prestigious bird-dog competition called the Field Trials; today, the town declares itself the "Bird Dog Capital of the World" on its water tower. Di-Lane Plantation Wildlife Management Area, where the trials take place, is a popular hunting destination for deer, quail, and turkey. (Instagrammers, take note: The grounds house a beautiful cemetery for 100-plus quail dogs beloved Meadow Garden, Augusta by the original landowner, a 1930s tycoon.) Augusta and Louisville did back-toback stints as actual state capitals in the aftermath of the Revolutionary War. Today, visitors can view structures from this period, including Augusta's Meadow Garden, home of Declaration of Independence signer George Walton, and Louisville's Old Market House, a trading post dating back to the 1790s. WORD OF MOUTH "These cold Georgia mornings make for some beautiful clear sunrises. A recent frigid February morning along the Savannah River in Evans, Georgia. #ExploreGeorgia" CAROL A. HAFF (VIA FACEBOOK) GET THE SHOT Don't miss out on these amazing local photo ops! 1. Phinizy Swamp Nature Park Photograph the winding boardwalk and abundant wildlife at this nature park just minutes from downtown Augusta. 2. Heggie's Rock Take a shot of rare "dish gardens" (vernal pools blooming with colorful plants) at this National Natural Landmark in Columbia County. 3. Hickory Hill Snap a picture of this stunning Greek Revival mansion in Thomson once owned by Populist statesman Thomas E. Watson. EXPLOREGEORGIA.ORG 77 CLASSIC SOUTH MARK YOUR CALENDAR April 16, 2016 If you're in the mood for great food and music, Southland Jubilee in Greensboro offers plenty of both. The popular event features jazz musicians, dance competitions, and an agricultural exhibit complete with a pe ing zoo. Feb. 1214, 2016 Experience a dramatic reenactment of the 1779 Ba le of Ke le Creek during Revolutionary Days in Washington. In addition to living history performances, celebrate this historic event with a festive parade. April 2224, 2016 Looking for inspiration for your home garden? Visit the Sacred Heart Garden Festival in Augusta, where you can wander expansive landscapes and hear from topnotch gardening experts. May 7, 2016 Buzzard Blast in Louisville kicks off with a 5k race, then keeps the energy going with an arts and cra s festival lining the quaint downtown. Plenty of food vendors ensure no one leaves hungry! May 1314, 2016 Sanctioned by the prestigious Kansas City Barbecue Society, the Boss Hog Cook Off in Waynesboro a racts barbecue masters from across the nation. Taste some competition brisket and test your appetite during the wing-eating contests. Oct. 1, 2016 Celebrate 1930s slapstick comedy duo Laurel and Hardy during the Oliver Hardy Festival in Harlem, where Hardy was born. Wave hello to Laurel and Hardy impersonators while enjoying live entertainment, food vendors, and inflatables for kids. Oct. 1, 2016 Millen's Fair on the Square kicks off with a classic parade, followed by a cra s festival on the Jenkins County Courthouse Square. Shop for local honey and handmade jewelry while the kids enjoy games and rides. Oct. 21-30, 2016 Every year, the Augusta Photo Festival lets visitors peruse hundreds of photographs shot by amateur students and adults, from stunning abstracts to serene nature scenes. Nov. 5, 2016 Celebrating its fi eenth year, the Belle Meade Hunt Opening Meet in Thomson welcomes all to enjoy the history and sport of foxhunting. Enjoy the thrill of the hunt as you watch horses and hounds track foxes through the woods. Nov. 19, 2016 Experience time travel as an entire eighteenth-century town comes to life for Pioneer Days in Lincolnton. Meet people dressed in their 1700s-era best, sample Southern food, and enjoy the antique tractor show. 78 GEORGIA ON MY MIND Old Gaol, Greensboro Talk About Classic! By Elizabeth Florio With roots reaching back to our country's birth, Georgia's Classic South region boasts buildings and institutions that are, by American standards, ancient. Located just off I-20 near Thomson, the Rock House stands as the state's oldest stone dwelling (circa 1785) and the only surviving house from the bygone Quaker settlement of Wrightsboro. Less intact but visually impressive in their own right are the ruins of Scull Shoals Mill Village, site of Georgia's first paper mill, waterpowered sawmill, gristmill, and textile mill. Tucked in the Oconee National Forest near Greensboro, the crumbling remains make a picturesque backdrop for a picnic. If you find historic jails more cool than creepy, don't miss Georgia's oldest wooden jail, a circa-1784 log box where Aaron Burr once overnighted, in Warthen. Greensboro's Old Gaol, the state's oldest standing masonry jail, dates back to 1807 but resembles a medieval European dungeon. The region's historical legacy lives not only in aged edifices but in lofty traditions. Augusta is home to Georgia's oldest active newspaper, the Augusta Chronicle, and first medical school, the Medical College of Georgia. Both the newspaper building and the college's original outpost, an impressive Greek Revival structure, are located in the downtown historic district. Washington's Mary Willis Library is not only the state's first free public library but also one of its prettiest, thanks to its ornate brickwork, Tiffanyglass windows, and domed tower. REVOLUTI ONARY DAYS AZALEA ISTOCK COM BOS S HOG COOK OFF BELLE MEADE HUNT BEVERLY RABURN HONEY JAR ISTOCK COM OLIVER HARDY FESTIVAL OLD GAOL GREENE COUNTY TOURISM OFFICE IMPERIAL THEATRE GDED HAUNTED PILLAR AUGUSTA CVB INTERNATIONAL D I S C GO L F C E N T E R CAL L AWAY P L A N TAT I O N T I F FA N Y RA I N EY AU G U STA CANAL HEADGATES REGGIE FRASER AIRSTRIKE TRAMPOLINE PARK International Disc Golf Center, Appling Augusta's historic Imperial Theatre (pictured) has been entertaining audiences since 1918--but it's only one of the region's many arts attractions. Check out paintings, photography, sculptures, sketches, and more on display in museums and galleries throughout the area, including the Gertrude Herbert Institute of Art, housed in an 1800sera mansion in Augusta; the Morris Museum of Art overlooking the Savannah River on the Augusta Riverwalk; and LithaMoonGallery in Greensboro, which focuses on new, emerging, and local artists. KIDS CORNER CLASSIC SOUTH SECRET LANDMARK In downtown Augusta, you'll find a ten-foot concrete pillar that mysteriously survived a cataclysmic tornado. Don't touch it: Locals claim anyone who does will be struck dead. Callaway Plantation, Washington AirStrike Trampoline Park, Augusta Canal Headgates, Martinez International Disc Golf Center There's no be er place for your family to try the rising sport of disc golf than this sprawling center in Appling. All ages are welcome to its eighteen-hole course (where participants aim to land a Frisbee-like disc inside a target), training area, and Disc Golf Hall of Fame. Callaway Plantation Who needs a time machine? Children pretend they live in log cabins and a end school in a one-room house at this 200-year-old plantation in Washington. A er hours of makebelieve, grab some sandwiches and drinks to picnic outside the general store. Savannah Rapids Park and Canal Headgates Rent a kayak or bike and spend the day exploring this Martinez park while admiring the views of the historic Augusta Canal. Be sure to check out the Canal Headgates, which date back to the 1880s and are listed on the National Register of Historic Places. AirStrike Trampoline Park With more than 10,000 square feet of interconnected trampolines, this trampoline park in Augusta has one of the largest jumping fields in the country. Kids love shooting hoops in the SuperSlam areas and propelling off the launching decks. EXPLOREGEORGIA.ORG 79 C LA S S I C S O UT H AT T R A CT I O N S Crawford Tignall Lexington 78 Lincolnton Philomath Washington 378 Clarks Hill Union Lake Point 278 Crawfordville 78 221 Greensboro20 Appling Evans Martinez Thomson 20Grovetown Lake Oconee Warrenton Dearing Harlem 78 278 Augusta 520 Sparta Jewell 1 Lake Sinclair Mitchell Wrens CLASSIC SOUTH 25 Warthen 1 Waynesboro Sandersville 221 Louisville Wrightsville Millen Midville 319 221 25 1 Twin City Swainsboro 80 16 AT T R A C T I O N S Appling International Disc Golf Center The world's premier destination for the sport of disc golf. Facilities include three championship 18-hole courses. 3828 Dogwood Ln., 706-261-6342, pdga.com/idgc Mistletoe State Park On 71,000-acre Clarks Hill Lake, this park offers fishing, boat ramps, a beach, and hiking and biking trails. 3725 Mistletoe Rd., 706-541-0321, 800-864-7275, georgiastateparks.org/mistletoe Augusta Augusta Arsenal at Georgia Regents University Many buildings on this university campus are former arsenal structures that serviced Federal and Confederate governments. 2500 Walton Way, 706-737-1405, gru.edu/ colleges/pamplin/hist-anthphil/campushistory.php Augusta Aviation, Inc Take a 30-minute tour over Clarks Hill Lake and Augusta right at sunset. 1775 Highland Ave., 706-733-8970, augustaaviation.com Augusta Canal National Heritage Area Explore the historic Augusta Canal by guided Petersburg boat tour or walk, bike, canoe, or kayak along the waterway. 1450 Greene St., Ste. 400, 706823-0440, augustacanal.com Augusta Canal Petersburg Boat Tours Guided tours of the Augusta Canal via replica Petersburgstyle cargo boat. View wildlife and history along the canal. 1450 Greene St., Enterprise Mill Ste. 400, 706-823-0440, augustacanal.com/boattours.php Augusta GreenJackets Baseball Root for Augusta's home team, the Class A affiliate of the San Francisco Giants, April until September. 78 Milledge Rd., 706-736-7889, greenjacketsbaseball.com The Lucy Cra Laney Museum of Black History A small house museum that was the former home of Miss Lucy Cra Laney, founder of the first black school in Augusta. 1116 Phillips St., 706-724-3576, lucycra laneymuseum.com Meadow Garden Historic Farm House of George Walton Home of Declaration of Independence signer George Walton, this pre-1791 farmhouse is the town's oldest documented home. 1320 Independence Dr., 706-724-4174, historicmeadowgarden.org Elijah Clark State Park, Lincolnton Morris Museum of Art Devoted to the art and artists of the American South, the museum's collection spans the colonial era to the present. 1 Tenth St., 706-724-7501, themorris.org Phinizy Swamp Nature Park Visit 1,150 acres of wetlands, swamps, nature trails, and observation decks where a variety of wildlife can be spo ed. 1858 Lock and Dam Rd., 706-828-2109, phinizycenter.org Riverwalk Augusta Stroll along multilevel walkways by the Savannah River to museums, parks, playgrounds, and gardens. Between Sixth & Tenth streets, 706-823-6600, augustaga.gov/292/riverwalk Crawfordville A.H. Stephens State Park Visit a Confederate museum and an 1875 home, and enjoy boating, fishing, and equestrian trails. 456 Alexander St. NW, 706-456-2602, 800-8647275, georgiastateparks.org/ ahstephens Greensboro Greene County Historical Society Museum This historic 52-room museum hosts a collection of artifacts, photographs, and manuscripts. 201 E. Greene St., 706-453-7534, visitlakeoconee.com/greene-countyhistorical-society-museum Greensboro Driving Tour Take a self-guided driving tour of Greensboro. Brochures available at Greene County Chamber of Commerce. 111 N. Main St., 706453-7592, visitlakeoconee.com Historic Scull Shoals Mill Village Scull Shoals is a historic recreation area in the Oconee National Forest with archaeological sites, trails, and picnic areas. Forest Service Rd. 1234, 706-453-0380, scullshoals.org Harlem The Laurel & Hardy Museum of Harlem An original array of Laurel and Hardy memorabilia, comedic photo ops, movies, and a gi shop. 250 N. Louisville St., 706-556-0401, 888-288-9108, laurelandhardymuseum.com Keysville Bugs Gourd Farm Stop by the farm and choose from a large selection of gourds. 9845 Hwy. 88 E, 706-547-2724, thebugsgourdfarm.com Lincolnton Elijah Clark State Park Go fishing, boating, and swimming on Clarks Hill Lake, play mini golf, hike, and see a replica of a log cabin from the 1700s. 2959 McCormick Hwy., 706-359-3458, 800-8647275, georgiastateparks.org/ elijahclark Millen Magnolia Springs State Park Stroll a boardwalk spanning the crystal clear springs, bike miles of trails, and see the site of Civil War prison Camp Lawton. 1053 Magnolia Springs Dr., 478-982-1660, 800-864-7275, georgiastateparks.org/magnoliasprings GEORGIA STATE PARKS 80 GEORGIA ON MY MIND AT TRACTI O N S C LA S S I C S O UTH Mitchell Hamburg State Outdoor Recreation Area A fishing pier and boat ramp offer access to Hamburg Lake, and the water-powered gristmill grinds corn during special events. 6071 Hamburg State Park Rd., 706-456-2602, 800-864-7275, georgiastateparks.org/hamburg Sparta Courson's Winery Featuring 14 traditional Southern wines, plus locally cra ed products. Hours may vary seasonally. 2623 GA Hwy. 22, 706-444-0616 Thomson McDuffie Museum Learn about McDuffie County's history through programs, exhibits, and activities, and see traveling exhibits. 121 Main St., 706-595-9923, mcduffiemuseum.com White Hills Herb Farm Wander the gardens of organic herbs, a end workshops, and browse the gi shop with fresh and dried herbs, teas, and more. 1419 Fort Creek Rd., 706-595-5081, whitehillsherbs.com Twin City George L. Smith State Park This park has a covered bridge and mill, a lake with thick stands of cypress and tupelo trees, boat rental, and trails. 371 George L. Smith State Park Rd., 478-763-2759, 800-864-7275, georgiastateparks.org/georgelsmith Mill Pond Kayak, LLC Guided 2.5-hour kayak tours of the 412-acre cypress-lined Watson Mill Pond at George L. Smith State Park. 313 Fi h Ave., 478-299-6616, millpondkayak.com Sturgis Vineyards Family-owned and operated vineyard commi ed to providing fresh, high-quality muscadine grapes. 56 Sturgis Vineyard Rd., 478-763-2516, visitgeorgiawineries.com/ item/sturgis-vineyards Union Point Durhamtown Off Road Resort Resort with sporting clay course, fishing, paintball, ATV riding, archery range, pistol and rifle range, camping, and cabins. 2350 Randolph Church Rd., 706-622-4108, durhamtown.com VISITOR RESOURCES DESTINATION MARKETING ORGANIZATIONS: Call or email these professional resources when dreaming, planning, and booking your next Georgia vacation. Augusta Convention and Visitors Bureau 706.823.6600, 800.726.0243, visitaugusta. com Burke County Chamber 706.554.5451, burkechamber. org Columbia County Convention and Visitors Bureau 706.447.7677, 866.391.7677, columbiacountyitshere.com Glascock County Visitors Center 706-598-2671, glascockcountyga.com Greene County Tourism 706.453.0380, visitlakeoconee. com Jefferson County Chamber 478.625.8134, jeffersoncounty.org Jenkins County Chamber 478.982.5595, jenkinscountyga.com Lincolnton-Lincoln County Chamber 706.359.7970, lincolncountyga.org Oglethorpe County Chamber 706.743.3113, oglethorpecofc.org Swainsboro-Emanuel County Chamber 478.237.6426, emanuelchamber.org Thomson-McDuffie County Convention and Visitors Bureau 706.597.1000, exploremcduffiecounty.com Warren County Chamber 706.465.9604, warrencountyga.com Washington County Chamber 478.552.3288, washingtoncounty-ga.com Wrightsville-Johnson County Chamber 478.864.7200, wrightsville-johnsoncounty.com REGIONAL VISITOR INFORMATION CENTERS When you're here and need more information, these certified locations have staff trained to help. They can also make recommendations about walking tours, restaurants, and more. Augusta Visitor Information Center 560 B Reynolds Street, Augusta, GA 30901, 706.24.4067, 877.284.8782 Savannah Rapids Visitor Information Center 3300 Evans-To-Locks Road, Martinez, GA 30907, 706.868.3373 Washington-Wilkes Welcome Center 22B West Square, Washington, GA 30673, 706.678.5111, washingtonwilkes.org GEORGIA VISITOR INFORMATION CENTER Located at Georgia's east Interstate 20 gateway, stop here for Georgia travel information. Augusta I-20 West, GA/ SC Line, Augusta, GA 30917, 706.737.1446 Turn memories back into moments. Pub: Georgia Travel Guide Insert: 2016 Size: 7"x4.625" Augusta Museum of History Preserving and presenting the history of Augusta's River Region since 1937. 706.722.8454 AugustaMuseum.org Lucy Craft Laney Museum of Black History Promoting the legacy of Ms. Lucy Craft Laney through arts and history. 706.724.3576 LucyCraftLaneyMuseum.com Boyhood Home of President Woodrow Wilson See where the 28th President of the United States lived as a boy during the Civil War. 706.722.9828 WilsonBoyhoodHome.org VisitAugusta.com Client: Augusta C&VB JoEbXNP Lo:OARCEVGBE-5O0R3G0I 0A . O R G 81 Title: GA Travel Guide History Ad Every time you come back, you'll discover something new! THOMSON-MCDUFFIE Just a two hour drive and a weekend in the country will net you a boatload of memories as you LIVE the incredible music of Blues legends at the Blind Willie McTell Blues Festival every May. So reserve your spot, pack your bags and get ready for some real down-home fist pumping, toe tapping, finger lickin' fun! Only in beautiful Thomson, Georgia. visitthomsonga.com MORRIS MUSEUM OF ART The first museum dedicated to the art and artists of the American South, the Morris Museum of Art has a vast permanent collection and host a wide array of special exhibitions, events, and programs annually. 706-724-7501 themorris.org 75 441 A7et5alasmnttioalef!s 85 Atlanta 20 85 75 20 Augusta 441 185 16 16 Savannah 75 95 441 classicsouth.org SWAINSBORO Families, birders and nature enthusiasts enjoy yearround outdoor adventure! Camping, cottages, kayaking, and hiking. Pine Tree Festival is the 1st weekend in May. 478-237-6426, goemanuel.org BURKE COUNTY Come visit Historic Waynesboro and enjoy exploring our historic sites, quaint downtown shops and delicious eateries. Waynesboro is also home to many unique and exciting special events throughout the year. 706-554-5451 burkechamber.org WASHINGTON WILKES TOURISM Washington Callaway Plantation Step back in time and see how life on a plantation was lived in the 1800s. Call to plan your group tour today. 2160 Lexington Rd., 706-678-7060, historyofwilkes.org/sites-callaway.html Ke le Creek Ba lefield On Feb. 14, 1779, an important ba le between the British and Patriot forces forever broke the British stronghold on Georgia. Warhill Rd., 706-678-5111, nps.gov/nr/feature/july/2011/Ke le_ Creek_Ba lefield.htm Robert Toombs House Historic Site Tour the home of Confederate leader Robert Toombs. View Toombs's family furniture and Civil War displays. 216 E. Robert Toombs Ave., 706-678-2226, gastateparks.org/rober oombshouse Washington Historical Museum Tells the story of the area with prominent collections of Civil War and Indian artifacts. 308 E. Robert Toombs Ave., 706-678-2105, historyofwilkes. org/sites-historicalmuseum.html Wrightsville Woods-N-Water Experience a trip of a lifetime in Georgia with a full line of guided or self-guided hunting and fishing packages. 438 Kyzer Rd., 478-864-9108, woodsnwaterinc.com Get out of your routine and get outdoors in Augusta. Pub: Georgia Travel Guide Insert: 2016 Size: 7"x4.625" AT TRACTI O N S C LA S S I C S O UTH Washington Historical Museum, Washington Augusta Canal National Heritage Area Let us show you why Augustans sing the praises of the Augusta Canal National Heritage Area. Guided boat tours daily. Live music cruises on selected Friday evenings. 706.722.8454 AugustaCanal.com Phinizy Swamp Nature Park Enjoy the unspoiled beauty of one of Georgia's iconic wildlife environments. 706.828.2109 PhinizyCenter.org VisitAugusta.com Client: Augusta C&VB JoEbXNPoL:OARCEVGBE-5O0R3G0I0A . O R G 83 Title: GA Travel Guide Outdoors Ad c la s s i c s o uth w h e r e to stay Hotels & Motels a u g u sTa America's Best Inn & Suites Downtown Augusta 954 Fifth St., 706-826-1616, americasbestinndowntown.com Americas Best Value Inn Augusta/Fort Gordon 4324 Belair Frontage Rd., 706-8608840, americasbestvalueinn. com Augusta Lodge 1520 Gordon Hwy., 706-798-2230, augustalodge.net Augusta Marriott Hotel at the Convention Center 2 10th St., 706-722-8900, 866316-5958, marriott.com/agsmc Baymont Inn & Suites Augusta Riverwatch 2905 Riverwest Dr., 706-733-5900, 800-337-0550, baymontinns. com Baymont Inn & Suites Augusta West 629 NW Frontage Rd., 706-855-6060, 800-337-0550, baymontinns. com Candlewood Suites - Augusta 1080 Claussen Rd., 706-733-3300, 877-424-2449, ihg.com Clarion Suites - Augusta 3038 Washington Rd., 706868-1800, clarionhotel.com Comfort Inn & Suites Gordon Hwy. 2121 Noland Connector, 706-736-6100, 877-424-6423, comfortinn. com Comfort Inn & Suites near Ft. Gordon 4071 Jimmie Dyess Pkwy., 706-496-3579, 877-424-6423, comfortinnandsuitesaugustaga.com Comfort Suites - Augusta 2911 Riverwest Dr., 706434-2540, 800-424-6423, comfortsuites.com The Partridge Inn, Augusta Country Hearth Inn & Suites - Augusta 2182 Gordon Hwy., 706-312-7000, 888-443-2784, countryhearth.com Country Inn & Suites Augusta 103 Sherwood Dr., 706-736-8988, 800-830-5222, countryinns.com Courtyard by Marriott Augusta 1045 Stevens Creek Rd., 706-737-3737, marriott. com Days Inn - Augusta/Wheeler Rd. 3654 Wheeler Rd., 706-868-8610, 800-225-3297, daysinn.com DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel - Augusta 2651 Perimeter Pkwy., 706-855-8100, 800222-8733, doubletree3.hilton. com Econo Lodge - Augusta/ Downtown 1103 15th St., 706-724-5560, 877-424-6423, econolodge.com Econo Lodge - Fort Gordon 2051 Gordon Hwy., 706738-6565, 877-424-6423, econolodge.com Hampton Inn & Suites Augusta West 4081 Jimmie Dyess Pkwy., 706-860-1610, 800-426-7866, hamptoninn3. hilton.com Hampton Inn - Augusta/Gordon Hwy. 2171 Gordon Hwy., 706-396-5500, 800-426-7866, hamptoninn3.hilton.com Hampton Inn Augusta Washington Rd. at I-20 3030 Washington Rd., 706-737-1122, 800-426-7866, hamptoninn3. hilton.com Hilton Garden Inn - Augusta 1065 Stevens Creek Rd., 706739-9990, hiltongardeninn3. hilton.com Holiday Inn - Augusta - Gordon Hwy. 2155 Gordon Hwy., 706-737-2300, 877-410-6667, ihg.com Holiday Inn Express-Augusta East 444 Broad St., 706-9221414, 888-465-4329, ihg.com Holiday Inn Express Augusta North 1073 Stevens Creek Rd., 706-396-3000, 888-465-4329, ihg.com Home2 Suites by Hilton Augusta 3606 Exchange Ln., 706-733-8787, 877-646-6302, home2suites3.hilton.com Homewood Suites by Hilton - Augusta 1049 Stevens Creek Rd., 706-738-3131, homewoodsuites3.hilton.com Jameson Suites - Augusta 1062 Claussen Rd., 706-7334656, jamesonsuitesaugusta. com La Quinta Inn - Augusta 3020 Washington Rd., 706733-2660, 800-531-5900, laquintaaugusta.com Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham - Augusta/Riverwatch 2909 Riverwest Dr., 706-481-8010, 800-337-0050, microtelinn.com The Partridge Inn Augusta, Curio Collection by Hilton 2110 Walton Way, 706-7378888, 800-476-6888, curiocollection3.hilton.com Quality Inn & Suites Augusta 1052 Claussen Rd., 706-737-5550, 877-424-6423, qualityinn.com Quality Inn - Medical Center Area 1455 Walton Way, 706-722-2224, 877-424-6423, qualityinn.com Ramada Augusta Downtown Hotel & Conference Center 640 Broad St., 706-722-5541, 800-854-9517, ramada.com Ramada Limited - Augusta/near Fort Gordon 2154 Gordon Hwy., 706-733-8115, 800-854-9517, ramada.com Sheraton Augusta Hotel 1069 Stevens Creek Rd., 706-396-1000, sheratonaugusta.com Sleep Inn - Augusta 1050 Claussen Rd., 706-738-7473, sleepinn.com Staybridge Suites - Augusta 2540 Center West Pkwy., 706-733-0000, 888-465-4329, ihg.com Super 8-Augusta 3026 Washington Rd., 706-364-7302, 800-454-3213, super8.com Super 8 - Augusta/Fort Gordon Area 2137 Gordon Hwy., 706-738-5018, 800-454-3213, super8.com Travelodge - Augusta 3039 Washington Rd., 706868-6930, 800-525-4055, travelodge.com West Bank Inn 2904 Washington Rd., 706-733-1724, westbankinn.net Wingate by Wyndham Augusta/Fort Gordon 2123 Noland Connector, 706-7291616, wingatehotels.com c r aw f o r D The Chicken Coop Bed 'n Breakfast 1030 Athens Rd., 706-743-3142, thechickencoopbedandbreakfast.com greensboro Holiday Lodge - Greensboro 2470 Old Eatonton Rd., 706753-7300, holidaylodgega.com Jameson Inn - Greensboro 2252 S. Main St., 706-453-9135, 800-526-3766, jamesoninns. com groVeTown Best Western Evans Hotel - Grovetown 452 Park West Dr., 706-651-9100, 800-7807234, bestwestern.com/ evanshotel Hawthorn Suites by Wyndham - Augusta 4049 Jimmy Dyess Pkwy., 706-228-1990, 800-337-0202, hawthorn.com Holiday Inn - Augusta West I-20 441 Park West Dr., 706-396-4600, 877-410-6667, ihg.com Howard Johnson Inn - Augusta-Fort Gordon 4045 Jimmie Dyess Pkwy., 706-922-3450, 800-221-5801, hojo.com Jameson Inn - Grovetown 461 Park West Dr., 706-855-9111, jamesoninn.com Quality Inn at Fort Gordon 4073 Jimmy Dyess Pkwy., 706-855-2088, 877-424-6423, qualityinn.com Red Roof Inn & Suites Augusta West 4328 Frontage Rd., 706-228-3031, 800-7337244, redroof.com Super 8 - Augusta/Fort Gordon/Belair 456 Park West Dr., 706-396-1600, 800-454-3213, super8.com Travelodge Inn & Suites Grovetown/Augusta 459 Park West Dr., 706-651-9479, travelodge.com LincoLnTon The Cullars Inn 140 Elm St., 706-359-6161, thecullarsinn. com marTinez Georgia Inn - Augusta 434 S. Belair Rd., 706-868-9499, georgiainnaugusta.com sanDersViLLe Executive Inn & Suites Sandersville 508 S. Harris St., 478-553-1414, executiveinnga. com Villa South Motor Inn 725 S. Harris St., 478-552-1234, villasouthmotorinn.com s wa i n s b o r o Best Western Bradford Inn - Swainsboro 688 S. Main St., 478-237-2400, bestwesterngeorgia.com Days Inn & Suites - Swainsboro 108 Alice Cir., 478-2379099, daysinn.com Thomson Comfort Inn & Suites Thomson 1893 Washington Rd. NW, 706-595-6500, 800424-6423, comfortinn.com Econo Lodge - Thomson 130 N. Seymour Dr. NW, 706-595-7144, 800-424-6423, econolodge.com Hampton Inn - Thomson 1702 Washington Rd., 706595-5300, 800-486-1266, hamptoninn3.hilton.com White Columns Inn 1890 Washington Rd., 706-5958000, whitecolumnsinn.com wa s h i n gTo n The Fitzpatrick Hotel 16 West Square, 706-678-5900, thefitzpatrickhotel.com Jameson Inn - Washington 115 Ann Denard Dr., 706-678-7925, 800-526-3766, jamesoninns. com Red Land Motel 1241 Lincolnton Rd., 706-678-3225, redlandmotel.com way n e s b o r o Best Western Executive Inn - Waynesboro 1224 N. Liberty St., 706-554-0806, bestwesterngeorgia.com Liberty Inn - Waynesboro 225 S. Liberty St., 706-554-9941, libertyinnwaynesboroga.com Quality Inn-Waynesboro 1436 N. Liberty St., 706-437-0500, 877-242-6423, qualityinn.com Resorts, Lodgings & Plantations greensboro Reynolds Plantation 5741 Lake Oconee Pkwy., 706467-3131, 800-800-5250, reynoldsplantation.com The Ritz-Carlton Reynolds, Lake Oconee 1 Lake Oconee Tr., 706-467-0600, ritzcarltonlodge.com s wa i n s b o r o Flat Creek Lodge Fishing and Hunting Resort & Spa 367 Bishop Chapel Church Rd., 478-237-3474, 877-352-8273, flatcreeklodge.com wa s h i n gTo n Pope Plantation 1357 Lundburg Rd., 706-318-5389, popeplantation.com wrighTsViLLe Woods-N-Water Hunting & Fishing - Outdoor Adventures 438 Kyzer Rd., 478-8649108, woodsnwaterinc.com Bed & Breakfasts and Inns arnoLDsViLLe Fair Havens Plantation 75 Old Edwards Rd., 706-2088900, fairhavensplantation. com THE PARTRiDGE iNN AuGuSTA 84 georgia on my mind WH E R E TO STAY C LA S S I C S O UTH GREENSBORO Goodwin Manor Bed & Breakfast 306 S. Main St., 706-453-6218, goodwinmanor. com HARLEM Red Oak Manor 410 N. Louisville St., 706-556-8222, redoakmanor.com MIDVILLE Cypress Inn Bed & Breakfast 1643 Wadley Coleman Lake Rd., 478-589-7950, cypressinnbandb.com S WA I N S B O R O Coleman House Inn 323 N. Main St., 478-237-9100, colemanhouseinn.com The Edenfield House 426 W. Church St., 478-237-3007, 855-553-0555, edenfieldhouse.com WA S H I N GTO N Hunter-Finnell House Bed & Breakfast Inn 217 Lexington Ave., 706-678-7953, sites. google.com/site/hunterfinnellhouse Southern Elegance Bed & Breakfast 115 W. Robert Toombs Ave., 706-678-4775, southernelegancebandb.com WAY N E S B O R O Wisteria Hall Bed & Breakfast 824 Myrick St., 706-4371323, wisteriahall.com Cabins & Cottages APPLING Mistletoe State Park 3725 Mistletoe Rd., 706-541-0321, 800-864-7275, georgiastateparks.org/mistletoe C R AW F O R DV I L L E A.H. Stephens State Park 456 Alexander St. NW, 706-456-2602, 800-8647275, georgiastateparks.org/ ahstephens LINCOLNTON Elijah Clark State Park 2959 McCormick Hwy., 706-3593458, 800-864-7275, georgiastateparks.org/elijahclark Soap Creek Marina Retreat and Family Campground 3000 Soap Creek Lodge Rd., 706-359-4100, soapcreekmarina.com MILLEN Magnolia Springs State Park 1053 Magnolia Springs Dr., 478-982-1660, 800-8647275, georgiastateparks.org/ magnoliasprings TWIN CITY George L. Smith State Park 371 George L. Smith State Park Rd., 478-763-2759, 800864-7275, georgiastateparks. org/georgelsmith UNION POINT Durhamtown Off Road Resort 2350 Randolph Church Rd., 706-622-4108, durhamtown.com Campgrounds & RV Parks APPLING Petersburg Campground 3998 Petersburg Rd., 706541-9464, lakethurmondcampgrounds.com Ridge Road Campground 5886 Ridge Rd., 706-5410282, lakethurmondcampgrounds.com Wildwood Park 3780 Dogwood Ln., 706-541-0586, columbiacountyga.gov Winfield Campground 7701 Winfield Rd., 706-541-0147, lakethurmondcampgrounds. com DEARING McDuffie Public Fishing Area Campground 4695 Fish Hatchery Rd., 706-595-1684, gofishgeorgia.com GREENSBORO North Shore Resort at Lake Oconee 2541 Carey Station Rd., 706-453-4505, northshoreresort.net Old Salem Park 1530 Old Salem Rd., 706-467-2850, georgiapower.com/in-yourcommunity/lakes-and-recreation/east/camping-east-ga. cshtml Parks Ferry Recreation Area 1491 Parks Mill Rd., 706-4534308, georgiapower.com LINCOLNTON Broad River Campground 8181 Elberton Hwy., 706-3592053, 800-533-3478, lcgagov. org Bussey Point Recreation Area Double Branches Rd., 864-333-1100, 800-533-3478, www.sas.usace.army.mil Clay Hill Campground 5701 Clay Hill Rd., 706-359-7495, lcgagov.org Hesters Ferry Campground 1864 Graball Rd., 706-3592746, lcgagov.org MITCHELL Hamburg State Outdoor Recreation Area 6071 Hamburg State Park Rd., 706-456-2602, 800-8647275, georgiastateparks.org/ hamburg THOMSON Big Hart Campground 5258 Washington Rd. NE, 706-595-8613, 800-533-3478, recreation.gov Raysville Campground 6489 Lincolnton Rd. NE, 706-5956759, raysvillecampground. strikingly.com WA R R E N TO N Fountain Campground Cadley Community, 706-4659604, warrencountyga.com Rocky Comfort Campground RV Park 1456 Johnson Rd., 706-465-3882, rockycomfortcampground. com WAY N E S B O R O Plant Vogtle Campground 3587 Hancock Landing, 706833-1233, plantvogtlecampground.com Sandy Branch RV Park 161 Sandy Branch Rd., 706-5546732, sandybranchrvpark.com Feast your eyes, indulge your ears, and taste the fun. Pub: Georgia Travel Guide Insert: 2016 Size: 7"x4.625" Arts in the Heart of Augusta Festival Experience Augusta's favorite festival, with more than 25 types of international foods, art from more than 100 skilled artisans, five stages of nonstop performances and more. September 16-18, 2016 706.826.4702 ArtsintheHeartofAugusta.com Gertrude Herbert Institute of Art Gertrude Herbert Institute of Art serves as a showcase for regional, national, and international artists, offering rotating exhibitions of outstanding contemporary artwork year-round. 706.722.5495 GHIA.org VisitAugusta.com Client: Augusta C&VB JEoXbPNLoO:RAECGVEBO-5R0G3I0A0. O R G 85 Title: GA Travel Guide Cultural Ad COAST With golden beaches and miles of unspoiled shoreline, Georgia's Coast region boasts more than one-third of the salt marsh habitat along the East Coast. This diverse ecosystem teems with wildlife and showcases the area's natural beauty. Don't miss the region's many seaside towns, where you'll find delectable seafood, cozy boutiques, and a laid-back lifestyle that moves along at its own irresistible pace. { ABOVE: SEA CAMP BEACH, CUMBERLAND ISLAND } GDED SAVANNAH MUSIC FESTIVAL ELIZABETH LEITZELL BANJO ISTOCK COM Savannah Music Festival Georgia's largest musical arts event takes over the "Hostess City of the South" March 24 through April 9. From chamber music to pop-rock to folk, there are great tunes for everyone here. Leveraging venues around the city, the festival showcases wellknown artists, as well as up-and-coming talent from around the world. MUSICAL NOTES The Woodbine Opry Woodbine might be a small town, but it still offers big-time musical fun. Each Friday and Saturday night, the Old Woodbine High School (now the town's community center) opens for gospel, bluegrass, and old-fashioned country jam sessions by a variety of Southern musicians. 86 GEORGIA ON MY MIND John Herndon "Johnny" Mercer Statue If you've ever hummed "That Old Black Magic," "Fools Rush In," or "Charade," you're familiar with the music of prolific Savannah-born songwriter Mercer. The first songwriter to nab four Academy Awards, he is memorialized with a bronze statue in Savannah's Ellis Square. DUNGENESS MANSION NPS JEKYLL ISLAND CLUB HOTEL FORT MCALLISTER MARINA ZACH BROOME COAST Invention, Ingenuity, and Industrialists By Elizabeth Florio At the turn of the century, Georgia's Coast region was a veritable Who's Who of America's upper crust. Rockefeller, Vanderbilt, Pulitzer--all were members of the Jekyll Island Club, now an elegant resort surrounded by historic cottages where socially prominent families spent their winters. You can still book a meeting in the room where six financial gurus devised the basis for the U.S. Federal Reserve in 1910. The Carnegies left their mark on Cumberland Island National Seashore, where you'll find ruins of the family's torched Dungeness Mansion. (Greyfield Inn, the island's only hotel, and Plum Orchard, now a museum, were smaller Auto magnate Howard Coffin so- lidified Sea Island's luxe reputation when he built a golf course and an inn called The Cloister there in the 1920s. Another car man, Dungeness Mansion, Cumberland Island National Seashore Henry Ford, made his winter home in Richmond Hill; the Coastal Bryan Heritage Trail Driving Tour showcases his influence on Jekyll Island Club Hotel, Jekyll Island the town. Many of these tycoons owe their fortunes to Eli Whitney, who conceived the cotton gin in nearby Port Wentworth and spawned an industrial revolution. A cultural counterpoint to wealthy snowbirds, the Gullah/Geechee people have called this region home since their ancestors arrived on West African slave family mansions.) In the midst of lush ships. Their inventiveness is still evident in Sapelo Island, the Reynolds Mansion-- the region's delicate yet durable sweetgrass former estate of tobacco heir R.J. Reynolds baskets, an art form on display annually at Jr.--hosts group retreats. Sapelo Island Cultural Day. WORD OF MOUTH "Another fantastic weekend backpacking in Cumberland Island. #ExploreGeorgia" CRAZYRUNNERLADY (VIA INSTAGRAM) GET THE SHOT Don't miss out on these amazing local photo ops! 1. Fort McAllister Marina Photograph colorful sailboat masts do ing the horizon during sunset at this peaceful marina in Richmond Hill. 2. Bonaventure Cemetery Snap a photo at this historic Southern Gothic cemetery, made famous by John Berendt's Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil. 3. Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge During your visit to this historic refuge outside Folkston, photograph chomping alligators, gopher tortoises, and sandhill cranes. EXPLOREGEORGIA.ORG 87 COAST MARK YOUR CALENDAR March 1012, 2016 Whether you like alternative rock, pop, or something in between, the Savannah Stopover Festival is music to your ears. Showcasing national acts and a wide variety of local bands, this musical bonanza is a must for lovers of live tunes. May 8Sept. 4, 2016 Enjoy the salty sea air while listening to extraordinary music during Li le Light Music on the oceanfront lawns of the St. Simons Lighthouse. This popular concert series is held on select Sundays during high tide; bring the whole family and a picnic meal. May 28, 2016 Take in ten hours of nonstop music by local artists at SEGAFEST at the Brantley High School Football Stadium in Nahunta. No need to stand during every concert--bring a lawn chair and take breaks to play carnival games throughout the day. May 28, 2016 Kick off the summer in adventurous fashion at the Hello Summer Festival in St. Marys. Bungee jump, listen to local bands play by the river, and cool off in the pool. Kids will love jumping in the inflatables and having their faces painted. June 1012, 2016 From crawfish to live string instrument performances to great conversation over a cold one, the Southern Grown Festival hits every point in a complete Southern summer weekend. Thousands flock to Sea Island each year to hear their favorite bands and enjoy great food and drinks in this picturesque island locale. Sept. 2324, 2016 Held in honor of Waycross's late music star Gram Parsons, the annual Gram Parsons Guitar Pull and Tribute Festival in Waycross has grown from a small jam session to a popular event for lovers of authentic music. Previous headliners include Walter Egan and the Brooklyn Cowboys. Oct. 911, 2016 Tap your toes to tunes from members of the Savannah Folk Music Society during the annual Savannah Folk Music Festival. Don't miss the old-time country dance or the opportunity to bid on handmade instruments during the auction. Oct. 1416, 2016 Carnival rides, crawfish, and brews--what's not to love at the Great Ogeechee Seafood Festival in Richmond Hill? You'll also find live dance and musical performances by local talent. Nov. 26Dec. 31, 2016 Families can enjoy a bevy of holiday activities in Jekyll Island, beginning with the Christmas Tree Lighting Festival and ending with a New Year's Eve party at the Jekyll Island Club Hotel. 88 GEORGIA ON MY MIND Savannah Canoe and Kayak, Savannah Row the Coast By Elizabeth Florio Lazy rivers winding through cypress groves. Narrow canals carving paths through pristine marshes. The vast Atlantic. All beckon boaters and boarders to the Georgia coast. St. Simons Island's Southeast Adventure Outfitters, which offers nature-boat tours, stand-up paddleboards, kayak rentals, and even a cruise on a converted shrimp boat, puts it well with their slogan, "Coastal Georgia has a huge trail system ... it's just all wet." If your home base is Savannah, look to Savannah Canoe and Kayak for magical experiences such as a moonlit paddle through the marsh or a kayak outing to the ruins of a Colonial plantation. Based in Darien, Altamaha Coastal Tours offers day trips or extended adventures through the unspoiled Altamaha River BioReserve, including a challenging trek to Blackbeard Island, a national wildlife refuge where the famed pirate allegedly left buried treasure. And St. Marys's Up the Creek Xpeditions offers guided kayak tours through Cumberland Island and Crooked River State Park, among other locales, as well as giant war canoes that can accommodate up to eighteen paddlers in a single vessel. Of course, you'll want to commemorate your adventure with a T-shirt or ball cap from St. Simonsbased Coastal Georgia Outfitters. Ten percent of proceeds from the artistically minded apparel company--including a tee emblazoned with a curling, hand-drawn wild shrimp--benefit area conservation projects. SAVANNAH STOPOVER FESTIVAL GEOFF L JOHNSON SOUTHERN GROWN SEA ISLAND GRAM PARSONS GUITAR PULL AND TRIBUTE FESTIVAL DAVE GRIFFIN CRAWFISH I STOC K CO M SAVA N N A H FO L K M U S I C F E ST I VAL SAVA N N A H CAN O E A N D K AYA K COAST GDED FORD BARBERSHOP CHRISTY SHERMAN ST MARYS RAILROAD OKEFENOKEE SWAMP PARK JULIETTE GORDON LOW BIRTHPLACE JONI SMITH TIDELANDS NATURE CENTER STEPHEN MORTON/UGA COLLEGE OF AGRICULTURE AND ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE Scattered along Georgia's coastline are more than a dozen barrier islands, each with its own distinctive character. Stroll beneath tree skeletons on Jekyll Island's Driftwood Beach (pictured), and make sand castles or splash in the waves on peaceful Cumberland Island. Be sure to check out the islands' maritime research centers, protected wildlife refuges, and national seashores. KIDS CORNER SECRET LANDMARK Few realize Richmond Hill traces its roots to Henry Ford. The wealthy industrialist built a winter retreat here, along with an entire town; the Richmond Hill History Museum showcases the original barbershop. St. Marys Railroad, St. Marys Okefenokee Swamp Park, Waycross Tidelands Nature Center, Jekyll Island Julie e Gordon Low Birthplace, Savannah St. Marys Railroad You and your family can experience how people traveled in the early 1900s. Back then, this coastal train was pulled by wood-burning locomotives; today, an electric locomotive keeps it chugging at ten miles per hour. Narrators offer history lessons during this seventy-five-minute ride. Okefenokee Swamp Park Glide down Seminole Indian waterways during a forty-five-minute guided boat tour of Okefenokee Swamp Park in Waycross. Look for black bears, o ers, and alligators, and climb aboard the Okefenokee Railroad, which stops at a recreated swamp homestead on Pioneer Island. Julie e Gordon Low Birthplace Visit Savannah's first registered national historic landmark: the birthplace of Julie e Gordon Low, who founded Girl Scouts of the USA in 1912. View the Federal Style home as it appeared in 1886 and learn about the woman whose vision unintentionally changed the world. Tidelands Nature Center View horseshoe crabs, sea anemones, and hermit crabs up close in the touch tanks at this Jekyll Island a raction. You'll also find a nest exhibit for Georgia's endangered loggerhead sea turtles and a display of some of the most interesting shells found on the island. EXPLOREGEORGIA.ORG 89 C OA ST AT T R A CT I O N S Springfield Rincon Port Wentworth 280 16 80 Ellabelle Pooler Garden City Savannah Richmond Hill Tybee Island Hinesville 17 84 Midway Riceboro Sunbury 95 Townsend Shellman Bluff Eulonia Darien 17 Meridian 84 1 23 Blackshear 25 341 Sapelo Island 82 Waycross 301 Waynesville 82 Little St. Simons Island Sea Island 84 Waverly Brunswick St. Simons Island 1 Okefenokee 23 COAST National 17 95 Jekyll Island Wildlife 301 Woodbine Cumberland Refuge Folkston 40 Island Kings Bay Kingsland St. Marys AT T R A C T I O N S Blackshear Blackshear Geo Tour Search for more than 50 geocaches in Blackshear and Pierce County and earn rewards. 318 Taylor St., 912449-7000, be erhometownblackshear.org/Geocache. html Brunswick Earth Day Nature Trail Take a self-guided tour through two marsh hammocks and a salt marsh flat with views of the ocean and an observation tower. One Conservation Way, 912-264-7218, coastalgadnr. org/eo/trail Emerald Princess II Casino and Dinner Cruises Enjoy a buffet, dancing, live entertainment, and gambling. One Emerald Princess Dr., 912-265-3558, emeraldprincesscasino.com Hildreth Charters Take a family inshore or offshore fishing trip, dolphin watching or sightseeing tour, or sunset cruise from St. Simons Island. 477 Midway Cir., 912-617-1980, georgiacharterfishing.com Lady Jane Shrimpin' & Sightseeing Tours Board the 49-passenger shrimping boat with air conditioned cabins for an exciting, hands-on cruise through protected waters. 1200-B Glynn Ave., 912-265-5711, shrimpcruise.com Cumberland Island Cumberland Island National Seashore See wild horses as you explore maritime forests, undeveloped beaches, and historic homes on guided or self-guided tours. Cumberland Island, 912-882-4335, 877-860-6787, nps.gov/cuis/ index.htm Dungeness Ruins Carnegie family homes in the 1800s. Ruins can be toured free of charge. Plum Orchard tours second and fourth Sun. each month. Cumberland Island National Seashore, 912-882-4336, 877-860-6787, nps.gov/cuis/planyourvisit/ placestogo.htm Darien Altamaha Coastal Tours Use canoes and sea kayaks to see the wonders of the Georgia coast, such as the ancient cypress trees on the Altamaha River. 229 Ft. King George Dr., 912-437-6010, altamaha.com Captain Gabby Charters Take two- or three-hour cruises from the Darien waterfront, day trips to Sapelo Island, and multi-day trips along the coast. 85 Screven St., 912-270-5383, captgabby.com Darien River Tours/Captain Phillip's Charters and Tours See the historic ruins of old town Darien from the water, and cruise by shrimp boats, Fort King George, and Butler Plantation. 87 Screven St., 912230-6648, captainphillip.com Darien Walking Tour See historic churches, tabby ruins, and the waterfront on a self-guided tour of the state's second-oldest planned town. 1111 Magnolia Bluff Way SW, Ste. 410, 912-437-4837, cityofdarienga. com/visitor_guide_tours_ darien.php Fort King George Historic Site Built in 1721, Fort King George was the southernmost fortification defending the British Empire in North America. 302 McIntosh Rd. SE, 912-437-4770, georgiastateparks.org/fortkinggeorge McIntosh Art Association and Museum Five art galleries, two classrooms, a gi shop, and a county history museum in a jail built in 1888. 404 North Way, 912-437-7711, mcintoshartassociation.com Ellabell Ogeechee Outpost Take a weekend guided camping trip, rent or buy canoes and kayaks, and learn boating skills from certified instructors. 182 Rose Dr., 912-748-6716 Eulonia Georgia Peach World Stop in to this country store year-round, and in the summer, shop for farm-fresh fruit and vegetables. 1828 GA Hwy. 57, 912-832-3270, georgiapeachworld.com Folkston Folkston Funnel Platform View over 50 trains a day on the east side of two CSX main line tracks in Folkston. Gather with other trainwatchers. 3795 Main St., 912-496-2536, folkston.com/ index.aspx?nid=236 Lady Jane Shrimpin' & Sightseeing Tours, Brunswick GDED 90 GEORGIA ON MY MIND C OA ST AT T R A CT I O N S Okefenokee Adventures Canoe, kayak, or boat the mirrored black waters of the Okefenokee Swamp. Regularly scheduled oneand two-hour boat tours. 4159 Suwannee Canal Rd., 912-496-7156, okefenokeeadventures.com Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge This 680-square-mile wetland wilderness provides a critical habitat for abundant wildlife and migratory birds. 2700 Suwannee Canal Rd., 912-4967836, fws.gov/okefenokee Okefenokee Swamp Take a guided tour into the Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge by electric boat, canoe, or kayak. 28244 Hwy. 121, 912-496-4472, okefenokee.com Jekyll Island Coastal Expeditions Charter Fishing and Dolphin Tours Book a private fishing trip for up to six people. Novice anglers and children are welcome. Equipment and licenses provided. One Harbor Rd., 912-270-3526, coastalcharterfishing.com Faith Chapel This 1904 wooden chapel was built for Jekyll Island Club guests. It houses a rare Tiffany stained-glass window. 181 Old Plantation Rd., 912635-4403, jekyllisland.com/ project/historic-rentals Georgia Sea Turtle Center Experience hands-on exhibits, witness sea turtle operations, and learn about the conditions of the coastal ecosystem. 214 Stable Rd., 912-635-4444, gstc.jekyllisland.com Horton Brewery and Horton House This house, dating from 1742, is one of the oldest standing structures in the state and includes ruins of a brewery. N. Riverview Dr., 912-6353636, goldenisles.com/listing/ horton-house Jekyll Island Museum The Jekyll Island Museum is your Gateway to the Gilded Era. Let us take you on a journey of discovery through our daily programs, interpretive exhibits, and museum store. 100 Stable Rd., 912-635-4036, 877-635-4036, jekyllisland. com/project/museum Jekyll Wharf Marina & Gi Shop Join our professional crew for 90-minute fully narrated public dolphin tours of area rivers and creeks. 366 Riverview Dr., 912-635-3152, explorejekyllisland.com/ Jekyll_Island_Marinas.shtml Summer Waves Water Park More than one million gallons of splashing water fun with a wave pool, kids pool, lazy river, and a splash zone. 210 S. Riverview Dr., 912-635-2074, 877-453-5955, jekyllisland. com/summer-waves Three Oaks Farm Equestrian Services Ride horses on the beach, take a history tour, bring the kids to the pe ing zoo, and enjoy carriage rides on Jekyll Island. 100 Stable Rd., 912635-9500, threeoaksfarm.org Tidelands Nature Center Enjoy hands-on marine science, live-animal displays, kayak tours, and a nature walk. 100 S. Riverview Dr., 912-635-5032, tidelands4h.org Kingsland Fishing & Sightseeing Charters Contact our office for information on chartered fishing, scenic boat tours, and canoe and kayak rentals. 1190 E. Boone Ave., 912-729-5999, 800-433-0225, visitkingsland. com/content/view/83/61 Midway Cay Creek Wetland Interpretive Center Take the boardwalk and see marsh wetlands, native plants, and wildlife. 189 Charlie Butler Rd., 912-884-3344, georgia.com/cay-creek-wetland-interpretive-center.html Georgia Sea Turtle Center, Jekyll Island VISITOR RESOURCES DESTINATION MARKETING ORGANIZATIONS: Call or email these professional resources when dreaming, planning, and booking your next Georgia vacation. Darien-McIntosh Chamber 912.437.6684, visitdarien.com Effingham Convention and Visitors Bureau 912.754.5565, effinghamcvb.com Golden Isles Convention and Visitors Bureau 912.638.9014, goldenisles.com Jekyll Island Authority 912.635.4157, jekyllisland.com *Kingsland Convention and Visitors Bureau & Welcome Center 1190 E. Boone Ave., Kingsland, GA 31548, 912.729.5999, visitkingsland.com Liberty County Chamber 912.368.4445, libertycounty.org *Okefenokee Chamber of Commerce 3795 Main St., Folkston, GA 31537, 912.496.2536, www.folkston.com Pierce County Chamber of Commerce 912.449.7044, pcchamber.org Port Wentworth Chamber of Commerce & Visitors Center 912.965.1999, visitportwentworth.com Richmond Hill Convention and Visitors Bureau 912.756.2676, richmondhillvisit.com *St. Marys Convention and Visitors Bureau 400 Osborne St., St. Marys, GA 31558, 912.882.4000, visitstmarys.com *Tybee Island Visitor Center 802 First St., Tybee Island, GA 31328, 912.786.5444, visi ybee. com Visit Savannah 912.644.6400, 877.728.2662, visitsavannah.com *Waycross Tourism Bureau & Visitor Center 417 Pendleton St., Waycross, GA 31501, 912.287.2969, waycrosstourism.com REGIONAL VISITOR INFORMATION CENTERS When you're here and need more information, these certified locations have staff trained to help. They can also make recommendations about walking tours, restaurants, and more. Brunswick I-95 Visitor Center 200 Interstate 95, Brunswick, GA 31525, 912.264.6202 Darien Welcome Center 1111 Magnolia Bluff Way SW, Ste. 410, Darien, GA 31305, 912.437.4837 Jekyll Island Welcome Center 901 Downing Musgrove Causeway, Jekyll Island, GA 31527, 912.635.3636 Savannah Visitor Information Center 301 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., Savannah, GA 31401, 912.944.0440 GEORGIA VISITOR INFORMATION CENTERS Located at Georgia's Interstate 95 gateways, stop here for more Georgia travel information. Savannah (Port Wentworth) I-95 South, GA/SC Line, Mile Marker 111, Port Wentworth, GA 31407, 912.963.2546 St. Marys (Kingsland) 100 St. Mary's Rd., St. Marys, GA 31558, 912.729.3253 *Also a Regional Visitor Information Center available for drop-by visits. Dorchester Shooting Preserve Hunt quail, duck, and pheasant with experienced guides, stay in deluxe accommodations, and enjoy delicious Southern cooking. 2640 Sunbury Rd., 912-884-6999, huntdsp.com Historic Dorchester Academy & Museum Experience an African American historic site that was founded as a school for freed slaves a er the Civil War. 8787 E. Oglethorpe Hwy., 912884-2347, libertycounty.org/ dorchester-academy The Midway Museum See colonial and antebellum furnishings and memorabilia from the Revolutionary and Civil wars. 491 N. Coastal Hwy., 912-884-5837, themidwaymuseum.org Seabrook Village and Living History Tour Tour the Gibbons House, Seabrook School, and more, and step back in time with costumed guides. 660 Trade Hill Rd., 912-884-7008, libertycounty.org/seabrook-village Pooler National Museum of the Mighty Eighth Air Force Experience the excitement of a World War II combat mission. Exhibits from World War II to the present. 175 Bourne Ave., 912-748-8888, mightyeighth.org Riceboro Geechee Kunda Cultural Arts Center & Museum A living museum filled with African art, textiles, paintings, tools, and cra work used by the Gullah Geechees from the 1700s. 622 Ways Temple Rd., 912884-4440, geecheekunda. com LeConte-Woodmanston Botanical Gardens Stroll the grounds of this former rice plantation, including the gardens, the Avenue of Oaks, and a cypress forest. 4918 Barrington Ferry Rd., 912-884-6500, leconte-woodmanston.org Richmond Hill Fort McAllister State Park This Civil War park is the best-preserved earthwork fortification of the Confederacy and offers camping, fishing, and boating. 3894 Fort McAllister Rd., 912-727-2339, 800-864-7275, georgiastateparks.org/fortmcallister Rincon BackWater Expeditions LLC Backwater Expeditions is a full service outfi er near Savannah offering canoeing/ kayaking, camping, and tours. 128 Exley Rd., 912-398-6930, backwaterexpeditions.com Sapelo Island Reynolds Mansion on Sapelo Island Historical estate property set on a genuine island retreat. Unique architecture, sculptures, and beachfront pavilion. 1776 Landing Rd. SE, 912-485-2299, gastateparks. org/reynoldsmansion JEKYLL ISLAND AUTHORITY 92 GEORGIA ON MY MIND AT T R A CT I O N S Savannah 700 Kitchen Cooking School Add new tastes and flavors to your life with hands-on cooking classes open to individuals and groups. 700 Drayton St., 912-238-5158, mansiononforsythpark.com/ leisure/cooking-school Amick's Deep Sea Fishing Take a half-day or full-day offshore or inshore fishing trip. Rods, reel, bait, ice, tackle, and fishing license are included. 6902 Sand Ne les Dr., 912-897-6759, amicksdeepseafi shing.com The Andrew Low House Girl Scouts founder Julie e Gordon Low lived in this wellknown house, which opened as a museum in 1952. 329 Abercorn St., 912-233-1828, andrewlowhouse.com Angela Beasley's Puppet People Tour the puppet-making studio with the Puppet Queen herself, try on the puppets, and even make your own in a workshop. 3119 Furber Ave., 912-355-3366, puppetpeople.com Beach Institute African American Cultural Center Established in 1867, the institute is the state's oldest continuously operating school for African Americans. 502 E. Harris St., 912-2348000, visit-historic-savannah. com/beach-institute.html Birthplace of Julie e Gordon Low, National Historic Landmark Home of Julie e Gordon Low, founder of the Girl Scouts, the historic house museum is open for public tours. 10 E. Oglethorpe Ave., 912-233-4501, julie egordonlowbirthplace.org Blue Orb Ghost Tours Hear spine-tingling tales of Savannah's haunts on family-friendly or adults-only walking ghost tours. 14 W. Hull St., 912-665-4258, blueorbtours.com Bonaventure Cemetery The final resting place for several of Savannah's most famous residents. Free self-guided tours and guided tours. 330 Bonaventure Rd., 912-412-4687, bonaventurehistorical.org Bonaventure Journeys with Shannon Sco Tour the famed cemetery by day or night and learn about its residents from a 25-year authority and acclaimed storyteller. 330 Bonaventure Rd., 912-319-5600, bonaventurecemetery.com Bonnie Blue Tours Join daily group walking tours or schedule private tours of Savannah's historic district led by a native Savannahian. 2303 Atlantic Ave., Apt. S, 912-398-2640, bonniebluetours.com Bull River CruisesEco Tours Dolphin tours, sunset, naturebased, and more cruises available from the Savannah River to the barrier islands. 36 Wilmington Island Rd., 912898-1800, bullriver.com Leopold's Ice Cream, Savannah Carriage Tours of Savannah Let the gentle sound of horses and sway of the carriage transport you to Savannah's colorful past. Reservations recommended. 19 Jefferson St., 912-236-6756, carriagetoursofsavannah.com Coastal Georgia Botanical Gardens Houses an internationally known collection of bamboo, as well as many rare and historic plants and trees. 2 Canebrake Rd., 912-921-5460, coastalgeorgiabg.org Cobblestone Tours Join our costumed tour guides for family-friendly candlelight walking ghost tours or adults-only haunted pub crawls. 506 E. Oglethorpe Ave., 912-604-3007, ghostsavannah.com CompassSailing, LLC From our 38-foot sailing yacht, enjoy the view of Savannah's salt marshes and wildlife while experiencing a comfortable sail. 8005 Hwy. 80 E, 912-441-3265, compasssailing.com Davenport House Museum The Federal-style home has been authentically restored and provides a glimpse into 1820s domestic life in the port city. 324 E. State St., 912236-8097, davenporthousemuseum.org Davis Produce Stop in year-round for hot boiled peanuts, fresh produce and herbs, hanging baskets, and gourmet culinary items. 7755 U.S. Hwy. 80 E, 912-897-0802 Dolphin Magic Tours, Inc. Enjoy a two-hour narrated cruise down the Savannah River to see historic landmarks and playful bo lenosed dolphin. 312 E. River St., 912-897-4990, 800-7211240, dolphin-magic.com First African Baptist Church Savannah Founded in 1773, this church is believed to be the oldest continuously active African American congregation in North America. 23 Montgomery St., 912-233-6597, firstafricanbc.com Fort Pulaski National Monument This Civil War fort was built to guard the sea approach to Savannah. U.S. Hwy. 80 E, 912786-5787, nps.gov/fopu Georgia State Railroad Museum The oldest and most complete railroad site in the western hemisphere features antique machinery dating from 1833. 655 Louisville Rd., 912-651-6823, chsgeorgia.org Ghosts and Gravestones presented by Old Town Trolley Tours Step aboard the "Trolley of the Doomed" as we share tales of murder and mayhem, ghosts, and other mysterious phenomena. 301 E. River St., 912-233-0083, trolleytours.com Ghosts of Savannah Tour Company Join our walking tours to hear tales of Savannah's ghosts and dark crimes from folklorists and paranormal researchers. 110 Bull St., 912-508-1234, savannahghostwalks.com Girl Scout First National Headquarters Formerly the carriage house for Julie e Low's adult home and now a museum of Girl Scouting. 330 Drayton St., 912-232-8200, 888-223-3883, gshg.org Good Times Charters Learn some of Savannah's maritime history from our amusing crew on a two-hour tour of the Savannah River on a catamaran. 8005 E. Hwy. 80, 912-335-2545, goodtimecharter. com Fort Pulaski National Monument, Savannah Historic Savannah Carriage Tours Learn about Savannah's colorful history on a group carriage tour. Tours depart regularly throughout the day and evening. 2 W. Bay St., 912-443-9333, 888-837-1011, savannahcarriage.com Jepson Center for the Arts Exhibition and studio space for large temporary exhibits at the Telfair Academy. Features a hands-on gallery for families. 207 W. York St., Telfair Sq., 912-232-1177, telfair. org/visit/jepson Kobo Gallery See artists at work and browse creations by contemporary local artists in this cooperative gallery in the historic district. 33 Barnard St., 912-201-0304, kobogallery.com Leopold's Ice Cream Visit our retro ice cream parlor, complete with oldfashioned soda fountain and friendly soda jerks. View vintage movie posters. 212 E. Broughton St., 912-234-4442, leopoldsicecream.com Massie Heritage Center Housed in 19th-century Greek Revival buildings in Savannah, this is the oldest school in continuous operation in Georgia. 207 E. Gordon St., 912-395-5070, massieschool.com The Mercer Williams House Museum Designed for the great-grandfather of Johnny Mercer. Also Jim Williams's home in Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil. 429 Bull St., Monterey Sq., 912-236-6352, mercerhouse.com Miss Judy Charters Go deep sea and inshore fishing or sightseeing with captains who have been fishing area waters for more than 50 years. 124 Palme o Dr., 912-897-4921, missjudycharters.com EXPLOREGEORGIA.ORG 93 GDED LEOPOLD'S ICE CREAM DeSOTO BEACH HOTEL OCEANFRONT & DeSOTO BEACH VACATION PROPERTIES Tybee's ONLY Beachfront Hotel! Heated/Cooled Oceanfront pool. Voted Best Place to Stay 7 years in a row. Six other unique island properties to choose from. Sleeps 2-14. Garden Patio Suites, Romantic B&B, Vacation Rentals, Terraces, Bungalows, Admiral's view, and Officer's view. No typical hidden fees. We have the perfect place just for you! desotobeachhotel.com, desotobeachproperties.com 877.786.4542 THE CRAB SHACK The Original Crab Shack is where the elite eat in their bare feet! Dine al fresco and enjoy Savannah locals' favorite seafood while you take in the beautiful waterfront view. Follow the Official Crab Shack Page on Facebook for updates! 40 Estill Hammock Rd, Tybee Island, GA, 31328 thecrabshack.com CAPT. MIKE'S DOLPHIN TOURS Narrated tour. See friendly bottlenose dolphins playing in their natural habitat and Old Cockspur Lighthouse, Ft. Pulaski, and the Tybee Lighthouse. 912.786.5848 tybeedolphins.com TYBEE ISLAND LIGHTHOUSE & MUSEUM Come visit the oldest and tallest lighthouse in Georgia! Open 9am to 5:30pm, closed Tuesdays. Last ticket sold at 4:30pm. Groups rates are available. 912.786.5801 tybeelighthouse.org TYBEE ISLAND SAVANNAH'S BEACH 94 GEORGIA ON MY MIND AT TRACTI O N S Moon River Kayak Tours Paddle the waters of Skidaway Narrows, bordering Skidaway State Park and Wormsloe Historic Site. No experience necessary. Rodney J. Hall Boat Ramp and Park, 45 Diamond Causeway, 912344-1310, moonriverkayak.com Oatland Island Wildlife Center of Savannah Trails wind through maritime forest and marsh, where you can view native animal species in their natural habitats. 711 Sandtown Rd., 912-395-1212, oatlandisland.org Oglethorpe Trolley Tours of Savannah Take a journey through old Savannah aboard one of our blue trolleys, steeped in old-fashioned charm. 215 W. Boundary St., 912-233-8380, oglethorpetours.com Old Fort Jackson The oldest brick fortification in the state with scenic views. Built during the Revolutionary War. Daily cannon firing. 1 Ft. Jackson Rd., 912-232-3945, chsgeorgia.org/o Old Savannah Tours Hear a personal descriptions of Savannah's rich history on trolley tours with possible encounters with historical re-enactors. 250 MLK Jr. Blvd., 912234-8128, 800-517-9007, oldsavannahtours.com Old Town Trolley Tours of Savannah Learn about Savannah's history, sights, and ghosts on trolley tours led by entertaining tour conductors. 214 W. Boundary St., 912-233-0083, trolleytours.com Owens-Thomas House Considered the finest example of English Regency architecture in America, the house is a National Historic Landmark. 124 Abercorn St., 912-798-8800, telfair.org/owens-thomas The Pirates' House The Pirates' House opened as an inn and tavern for seafarers in 1753. Gi shop and 15 dining rooms. 20 E. Broad St., 912-233-5757, thepirateshouse.com Savannah Area Council of Garden Clubs, Inc. Botanical Gardens Beautiful gardens and an 1840s farmhouse located on 10 acres in south Savannah. 1388 Eisenhower Dr., 912-355-3883, savannahbotanical.org Savannah Bee Company Broughton Discover your favorite honey during a signature honey tasting at this specialty honey company. 104 W. Broughton St., 912-233-7873, savannahbee. com Savannah Bonaventure Dash Tours Daily tours of historic Bonaventure Cemetery with concierge shu le service from downtown Savannah. Reservations required. 32 Althea Pkwy., 912-401-2897, dashtours.net Savannah by Foot Enjoy a stroll through haunted Savannah with tour guide Greg Proffit and his amazing staff of excellent guides. 245 Bull St., 912-238-3843, savannahtours.com Savannah Candy Kitchen Watch as the candy masters make fresh pralines, salt water taffy, chocolate-topped gophers, and more. 225 E. River St., 912-232-7339, 800-443-2151, savannahcandy.com Savannah Canoe and Kayak Join canoeing and kayaking classes, guided tours, and camping adventures to Georgia's barrier islands. 414 Bonaventure Rd., 912-341-9502, savannahcanoeandkayak.com Savannah Dan Walking Tours Stroll through Savannah's squares with a Southern gentleman and hear the city's history spoken in the language of the South. Johnson Sq., 912-398-3777, savannahdan.com Savannah Ghost Show Tours The Savannah Ghost Show offers spooky and magical adventures for the entire family. 35 Barnard St., Ste. 300, 912-388-0601, savannahghostshow.com VISIT TYBEE AT TRACTI O N S C OA ST Savannah History Museum Housed in an old railroad passenger station, exhibits and a video presentation detail events from the founding of the colony. 303 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., 912-651-6840, chsgeorgia.org Savannah Movie Tours Learn about Savannah's famous filming locations, ghosts, food, and more on a variety of pet-friendly bus and walking tours. 301 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., 912-234-3440, savannahmovietours.com Savannah Ogeechee Canal Museum & Nature Center The waterway moves through locks to the Ogeechee River. Nature and history programs available. 681 Fort Argyle Rd., 912-748-8068, georgiawildlife. com/node/1353 Savannah Riverboat Cruises Step aboard a riverboat and enjoy the perfect cruise for your getaway: narrated sightseeing, dinner entertainment, and more. 9 E. River St., 912-232-6404, 800-786-6404, savannahriverboat.com Savannah Sand Gnats at Historic Grayson Stadium A Class A South Atlantic League affiliate of the New York Mets. 1401 E. Victory Dr., 912-351-9150, sandgnats.com Savannah Slow Ride Be ready to have fun on a 15-person bicycle tour through beautiful historic downtown Savannah. 315 W. Wayne St., 912-414-5634, savannahslowride.com Savannah Taste Experience Food Tours Take a three-hour walking and tasting tour to learn about Savannah's complex culinary identity. Locations vary by tour, 912-221-4439, savannahtasteexperience.com SCAD Museum of Art A contemporary art and design museum with a large permanent collection and exhibitions by renowned and emerging artists. 601 Turner Blvd., 912525-7191, scadmoa.org See Savannah Walking Tours Discover the splendor of historic mansions, churches, and the moss-draped oaks through the squares of this enchanting city. Wright Square at Bull and York streets, 912-441-9277, seesavannah.com Segway of Savannah Tour the squares of the historic district on a selfbalancing Segway with a certified guide. No experience required. 234 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., 912-233-3554, segwayofsavannah.com Ships of the Sea Maritime Museum Ship models, paintings and maritime antiques, principally from the 18th and 19th centuries. 41 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., 912-232-1511, shipsofthesea.org Skidaway Island State Park Enjoy birding, hiking, observation towers, an interpretive center, and see a giant ground sloth fossil replica. 52 Diamond Causeway, 912598-2300, 800-864-7275, georgiastateparks.org/ skidawayisland Telfair Academy Includes three sites: the Telfair Academy of Arts and Sciences, the Owens-Thomas House, and the Jepson Center for the Arts. 121 Barnard St., 912-790-8800, telfair.org UGA Marine Education Center & Aquarium UGA's saltwater aquarium houses about 50 species of marine life, nature trails and an educational resource center. 30 Ocean Science Cir., 912-598-2496, marex.uga. edu/aquarium Wormsloe State Historic Site Interact with costumed interpreters as you hike the nature trail to the tabby ruins and visit the museum of artifacts. 7601 Skidaway Rd., 912-353-3023, georgiastateparks.org/wormsloe St. Marys Big Canoe Fun Enjoy a fun water adventure while exploring the historic and scenic Georgia Coast in 25-foot War Canoes. 111 Point Peter Rd., Ste. 3, 912-882-0911, bigcanoefun.com Christ Episcopal Church Historic Chapel Take self-guided tours of this church, founded in 1843, burned in the Civil War, and rebuilt in 1889. 305 Wheeler St., 912-882-5308, christepiscopalstmarys.org/ Crooked River State Park Explore the Intracoastal Waterway and maritime forest, and catch the Cumberland Island ferry nearby. 6222 Charlie Smith Sr. Hwy., 912-882-5256, 800-864-7275, georgiastateparks.org/ crookedriver Cumberland Island Ferry Make reservations up to six months in advance for round-trip transportation to Cumberland Island National Seashore. 100 W. St. Marys St., 912-882-4335, 877-860-6787, cumberlandislandferry.com Cumberland Island National Seashore Museum The museum houses a collection of artifacts from Cumberland Island and is open and free to the public. 129 Osborne Rd., 912-8824336, nps.gov/cuis/planyourvisit/museum.htm First Presbyterian Church St. Marys Open daily for self-guided tours, this is one of the finest examples of church architecture of the early 1800s. 100 W. Conyers St., 912-882-4650, fpcstmarys.webs.com Discover Darien Where History Meets The Sea Beautiful coastal Darien is a timeless place to discover. Ft. King George Historic Site, day tours on Sapelo Island, some of the nation's finest birding areas, relaxing kayak trips on our rivers, & Historic Walking Tours. No visit to Darien would be complete without sampling our world famous Wild Georgia Shrimp. www.VisitDarien.com EXPLOREGEORGIA.ORG 97 Discover emerging artists and world-class exhibitions at one of the nation's premier contemporary art museums. 601 Turner Blvd. | Savannah | scadmoa.org 98 GEORGIA ON MY MIND AT TRACTI O N S The Georgia Radio Museum and Hall of Fame See displays of antique radios, artifacts, and memorabilia from Georgia radio stations, and the Georgia Radio Wall of Fame. 400 Osborne St., 912882-4000, 800-868-8687, grhof.com Lang Charters and Marina Enjoy a day on the water with a sightseeing river cruise or fishing charter guided by one of our captains. 307 W. St. Marys St., 912-882-4432, langcharters.com Orange Hall House Museum An antebellum Greek Revival-style mansion built in the early 1800s, filled with artifacts from the area. 311 Osborne St., 912-882-4000, orangehall.org Plum Orchard Mansion Tour this 1898 Georgian Revival mansion on a Lands and Legacies Tour, departing daily from Sea Camp. Reservations encouraged. Cumberland Island National Seashore, 912-882-4336, 877-860-6787, nps. gov/cuis/planyourvisit/placestogo.htm Sea, Surf & SUP LLC Take a guided tour of the area's rivers on a kayak or stand-up paddleboard. Tours range from two hours to full-day adventures. 201 St. Marys St. W, 844-7327873, 844-732-7873, h ps://www.seasurfsup.com South Georgia Dive Charters Dive the region's most popular sites and see wrecks in all shapes and sizes, natural and artificial reefs, and abundant fish. 1050 Kings Bay Rd., 912882-7078, southgeorgiadivecharters.com St. Marys Historic Tram Tour One-hour tours of the St. Marys Historic District depart from the Waterfront Pavilion twice daily Monday through Saturday. 400 Osborne St., 912-882-4000, 800-868-8687, visitstmarys.com/ what-to-do.html St. Marys History Walk This tour features an engaging series of interpretive signs that outlines the history of St. Marys and Cumberland Island. 101 Bartle St., 912-882-4000, visitstmarys.com/history-walk.html St. Marys Submarine Museum Features the most modern submarine periscope on public display in the country. 102 St. Marys St., 912882-2782, visitstmarys.com/what-to-do.html Up the Creek Xpeditions Up the Creek offers a diverse selection of kayak nature tours to families and groups in Southeast Georgia. 111 Point Peter Rd. #3, 912-882-0911, upthecreekx.com St. Simons Island Arthur Moore Methodist Museum, Library, and Archive Museum that houses Georgia history, Methodist history, and John and Charles Wesley artifacts. Epworth by the Sea, 100 Arthur J. Moore Dr., 912638-4050, mooremethodistmuseum.org Capt. C. Charters Charter boats for inshore and offshore fishing. Special fishing programs for children. Nature tours and island trips offered. 1000 Mallory St., Ext. #6, 912-638-7646, goldenisles.com/listing/capt-c-charters Capt. Mark Noble Charter Fishing Join us for a day of inshore, near-shore, offshore, and deep sea fishing. Nature, dolphin, and alligator tours also offered. 104 Marina Dr., 912-634-1219, georgiafishing.net Christ Church, Frederica In 1736, John and Charles Wesley held services under the oak trees at the location of the present church. Docent available. 6329 Frederica Rd., 912638-8683, ccfssi.org Coastal Georgia Inshore Charters Go fishing or take a scenic nature tour in the pristine marshes of the Golden Isles with family-friendly guides. 1000 Hampton Point Dr., 912-230-1814, fishthegeorgiacoast.com AT T R A CT I O N S Fort Frederica National Monument Built by General Oglethorpe in 1736, three years a er the founding of Savannah. 6515 Frederica Rd., 912-638-3639, nps.gov/fofr Gascoigne Bluff Two slave cabins are located at the former Hamilton Plantation. Fishing dock, boat launch, disc golf, trail, and picnicking. 100 Arthur J. Moore Dr., 800933-2627, goldenisles.com/listing/gascoigne-bluff Georgia Beach Walk Nature Tours Take a guided tour of the beach or salt marsh to learn about native plants and animals, shells, shorebirds and more. East Beach, 912-266-2473 Ghost Encounter of St. Simons Meet us at the Pier in St. Simons Village for a family-friendly, two-hour walking tour of the "spirited" side of St. Simons. 121 Mallery St., 912-602-4040, ghostwalkofstsimons.com Ghost Tours St. Simons Take a Ghost Trolley with a master storyteller and listen to hair-raising tales from the island's past. Daily tours. 2507 Demere Rd. #1, 912-580-2430, ghos oursstsimonsga.com Glynn Art Association Offers exhibits, art and po ery classes, field trips, workshops, and festivals three times a year. 529 Beachview Dr., 912-638-8770, glynnart.org Maritime Center at the Historic Coast Guard Station Maritime, military, and natural history are explored in seven galleries. Guided tours available. 4201 First St., 912-634-7088, saintsimonslighthouse.org Ocean Motion Surf Co. Tour the St. Simons Island coastal waters and marsh creeks on a kayak. Kayak and bicycle rentals also available. 1300 Ocean Blvd., 912-638-5225, stsimonskayaking.com/ocean-motion.html Southeast Adventure Outfi ers St. Simons Island Take guided canoe/kayak tours of the area's islands, rivers, and the Okefenokee Swamp. Join birding and photography outings. 313 Mallery St., 912-638-6732, southeastadventure.com SSI SUP, Stand Up Paddle Surf Shop Tour the Golden Isles on a stand-up paddleboard to see the beach and marsh from a new point of view. Rentals also available. 1626 Frederica Rd. #103, 912-230-4323, ssisup.com St. Simons Island Lighthouse Museum and Keeper's Dwelling One of only five light towers in Georgia, this restored lighthouse remains a navigational aid for St. Simons Sound. 610 Beachview Dr., 912-638-4666, saintsimonslighthouse.org St. Simons Trolley Tours Tour St. Simons in an antique trolley and see the lighthouse, Fort Frederica, Retreat Plantation, and historic Christ Church. 117 Mallery St., 912-6388954, stsimonstours.com Townsend Townsend Georgia Light Tackle Chase schools of tarpon off the beach or redfish in the spartina grass on light tackle and fly-fishing charters. 2475B New Shellman Rd., 912-585-1593, georgialigh ackle.com Harris Neck National Wildlife Refuge One of 18 sites on the Colonial Coast Birding Trail, the 2,762-acre refuge is home to a variety of birds year-round. Hwy. 17 and Harris Neck Rd., 912-8324608, harrisneck.fws.gov Tybee Island AOK Watersports Tour the scenic rivers of the Intracoastal Waterway on paddleboards, or learn kiteboarding and sailing in private lessons. 1510 Butler Ave., 912-786-8080, aokwatersports.com Yes, that Henry Ford. Take I-95 (or Coastal Hwy 17) to exit 87 to explore Ford's southern town. Download a free mobile app for the Coastal Bryan Heritage Trail and explore 30 historic sites including the Richmond Hill History Museum and Fort McAllister, the end of Sherman's March to the Sea. Don't forget the Great Ogeechee Seafood Festival which takes place the 3rd weekend of October. Also enjoy :DWHUIURQW'LQLQJ %RXWLTXH6KRSSLQJ )XOO6HUYLFH0DULQDV Just south of Savannah www.visitrichmondhill.com Experience SAVANNAH'S BEAUTY 2016 NEW CRUISES Sightseeing, Dinner & More! 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North Beach, 912-596-5362, ceasurf.com/pages/ beachtrips.aspx Tybee Island Charters View the historic sites on the water, birds, dolphin, and abundant nature on an eco-tour, dinner cruise, or fishing trip. Walsh's DockLazare o CreekTybee Island, 912-786-4801, fishtybee.com Tybee Island Lighthouse/Museum Georgia's oldest and tallest active lighthouse is a museum depicting the island's history until WWII. 30 Meddin Ave., 912-786-5801, tybeelighthouse.org Tybee Island Marine Science Center Enjoy aquariums, a touch tank, educational programs, and live animal exhibits from coastal Georgia. 1509 Strand Ave., 912786-5917, tybeemarinescience.org Tybee Jet Ski & Watersports Multiple kayak tours daily, no experience required, free instructions and paddle clinic. 1 Old U.S. Hwy. 80, 912-786-8062, tybeejetski.com Tybee Island Lighthouse/ Museum, Tybee Island Waycross Laura S. Walker State Park See fascinating creatures and plants near the Okefenokee Swamp, and enjoy boating, fishing, cycling, and golfing. 5653 Laura Walker Rd., 912-287-4900, 800-864-7275, georgiastateparks.org/lauraswalker Obediah's Okefenok Historic homestead of Obediah Barber, "King of the Okefenokee." Park includes native and exotic animals. 5115 Swamp Rd., 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. 1460 N. Augusta Ave., 912-285-4260, okefenokeeheritagecenter.org Okefenokee Swamp Park Learn about wildlife and the swamp environment at this park located in the Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge. 5700 Okefenokee Swamp Park Rd., 912-283-0583, okeswamp.com Southern Forest World Environmental Learning Center This forestry-industry museum includes tools, conservation, and Stuckie the Dog, featured in Ripley's Believe It or Not. 1440 N. 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SIMONS ISLAND Hampton Inn - St. Simons Island 2204 Demere Rd., 912634-2204, hampton-inn.com Holiday Inn Express - St. Simons Island 299 Main St., Plantation Village, 912-6342175, hiexpress.com The Inn at Sea Island 100 Salt Marsh Dr., 855-553-4992, seaisland.com Ocean Inn & Suites - St. Simons Island 599 Beachview Dr., 912-634-2122, oceaninnsuites.com Ocean Lodge - St. Simons Island 935 Beachview Dr., 912291-4300, oceanlodgessi.com TYBEE ISLAND Admiral's Inn - Tybee Island 1501 Butler Ave., 912-7860700, 800-793-7716, admiralsinntybee.com DeSoto Beach Bungalows 1602 Second Ave., 912-7864542, 877-786-4542, desotobeachbungalows.com DeSoto Beach Hotel Oceanfront 212 Butler Ave., 912-786-4542, 877-786-4542, desotobeachhotel.com DeSoto Beach Terraces 212 Butler Ave., 912-786-4542, 877-786-4542, desotobeachterraces.com Dunes Inn & Suites 1409 Butler Ave., 912-786-4591, 888678-0763, dunesinn.com Hotel Tybee 1401 Strand Ave., 912-786-7777, 912-7867777, hoteltybee.com Sandcastle Inn 1402 Butler Ave., 912-786-4576, 866-4223224, sandcastle-inn.com Sea & Breeze Hotel 16 Tybrisa St., 912-786-8806, tybeeseaandbreezehotel.com WAYC R O S S Baymont Inn & Suites Waycross 950 City Blvd., 912-283-3800, 800-337-0550, baymontinns.com Best Western Plus - Bradbury Inn & Suites 2570 Memorial Dr., 912-284-0095, bestwestern.com DeSoto Beach Hotel, Tybee Island Comfort Suites - Waycross 1922 Memorial Dr., 912-5480555, comfortsuites.com Days Inn - Waycross 2016 Memorial Dr., 912-285-4700, daysinn.com Hampton Inn - Waycross 1720 Brunswick Hwy., 912-2855515, hamptoninn3.hilton.com Holiday Inn Express & Suites - Waycross 1761 Memorial Dr., 912-548-0720, holidayinn.com Motel 6 - Waycross 1903 Memorial Dr., 912-283-3300, 800-899-9841, motel6.com SAVANNAH'S Port WentworthGEORGIA AFFORDABLE NORTHSIDE DESOTO BEACH HOTEL COMIN NOVEMBER 2 G 016 Start your historical tour of Coastal Georgia in Port Wentworth. Only 11 miles from Historic Downtown Savannah, I-95 Exit 109 contact us for a free brochure! | 912.965.1999 | www.VisitPortWentworth.com EXPLOREGEORGIA.ORG 10 3 C OA ST W H E R E TO STAY The King and Prince Beach & Golf Resort, St. Simons Island Quality Inn & Suites Waycross 1725 Memorial Dr., 912-283-4490, qualityinn.com Super 8 - Waycross 132 Havanna Ave., 912-285-8885, super8.com Resorts, Lodges & Plantations CUMBERLAND ISLAND Greyfield Inn 4 N. Second St., #300, 904-261-6408, 866-4018581, greyfieldinn.com JEKYLL ISLAND Jekyll Island Club Hotel 371 Riverview Dr., 912-635-2600, 855-535-9547, jekyllclub.com Villas by the Sea Resort & Conference Center 1175 N. Beachview Dr., 912-635-2521, 800-841-6262, villasbythesearesort.com LITTLE ST. SIMONS ISLAND The Lodge on Li le St. Simons Island 1000 Hampton River Club Marina Dr., 912-638-7472, 888-733-5774, li lestsimonsisland.com M I DWAY Dorchester Shooting Preserve 2640 Sunbury Rd., 912-884-6999, huntdsp.com SAPELO ISLAND Reynolds Mansion on Sapelo Island 1776 Landing Rd. SE, 912-485-2299, gastateparks. org/reynoldsmansion SEA ISLAND The Cloister at Sea Island 100 Cloister Dr., 912-638-3611, 877-423-0596, seaisland.com ST. SIMONS ISLAND The King and Prince Beach & Golf Resort 201 Arnold Rd., 912-638-3631, 800-3420212, kingandprince.com The Lodge at Sea Island Golf Club 100 Retreat Ave., 855-533-4992, seaisland.com Sea Palms Resort & Conference Center 5445 Frederica Rd., 912-638-3351, 800-8416268, seapalms.com TYBEE ISLAND Tybrisa at the Beach 1 15th St., 912-447-5080, 800-8684080, tybrisa.com Bed & Breakfasts and Inns BRUNSWICK Brunswick Manor 825 Egmont St., 912-265-6889, brunswickmanor.com McKinnon House Bed & Breakfast 1001 Egmont St., 912-261-9100, 866-261-9100, mckinnonhousebandb.com WatersHill Bed & Breakfast 728 Union St., 912-264-4262, watershill.com DARIEN Darien Waterfront Inn 201 Broad St., 912-437-1215, darienwaterfrontinn.com Open Gates Bed & Breakfast 301 Franklin St., 912-4376985, opengatesbnb.com Blue Heron Inn Bed & Breakfast and Guest Homes 1346 Blue Heron Ln., 912-437-4304, blueheroninngacoast.com FOLKSTON The Inn at Folkston B&B 3576 Main St., 912-496-6256, 888509-6246, innatfolkston.com M I DWAY Dunham Farms 5836 Islands Hwy., 912-880-4500, dunhamfarms.com RICHMOND HILL Heron Cove Bed & Breakfast at Silverstream Plantation 331 Silverstream Ln., 912-7273408, heroncovebnb.com S AVA N N A H : HISTORIC DISTRICT 1790 Inn & Restaurant 307 E. President St., 912-236-7122, 800487-1790, 17hundred90.com Amethyst Inn at Sarah's Garden 402 E. Gaston St., 912-234-7716, amethystinnsavannah.com Armstrong Inns Bed and Breakfast 554 E. Taylor St., 912-232-9175, armstronginns. com Azalea Inn & Villas 217 E. Huntingdon St., 912-2366080, azaleainn.com Ballastone Inn Bed & Breakfast - Savannah 14 E. Oglethorpe Ave., 912236-1484, 800-822-4553, ballastone.com Catherine Ward House 118 E. Waldburg St., 912-234-8564, 800-327-4270, catherinewardhouseinn.com East Bay Inn 225 E. Bay St., 912-238-1225, 800-500-1225, eastbayinn.com Eliza Thompson House 5 W. Jones St., 912-236-3620, 800-348-9378, elizathompsonhouse.com Foley House Inn 14 W. Hull St., 912-232-6622, 800-6473708, foleyinn.com Forsyth Park Inn 102 W. Hall St., 912-233-6800, 866-6706800, forsythparkinn.com The Galloway House 107 E. 35th St., 912-658-4419, thegallowayhouse.com The Gastonian 220 E. Gaston St., 912-232-2869, 800322-6603, gastonian.com Green Palm Inn 548 E. President St., 912-447-8901, 888-606-9510, greenpalminn. com Hamilton-Turner Inn 330 Abercorn St., 912-233-1833, 888-448-8849, hamiltonturnerinn.com Joan's on Jones Bed & Breakfast 17 W. Jones St., 888-989-9806, joansonjones. com The Kehoe House 123 Habersham St., 912-232-1020, 800-820-1020, kehoehouse. com McMillan Inn Bed & Breakfast 304 E. Huntingdon St., 912-201-2128, mcmillaninn.com Olde Harbour Inn 508 E. Factors Walk, 912-234-4100, 800-553-6533, oldeharbourinn.com The Olde Savannah Inn 217 E. Gaston St., 912-247-8254, theoldesavannahinn.com Park Avenue Manor 107-109 W. Park Ave., 912-233-0352, parkavenuemanor.com Presidents' Quarters Inn 225 E. President St., 912-233-1600, 800-233-1776, presidentsquarters.com Savannah Bed & Breakfast Inn 117 W. Gordon St., 912-238-0518, 888-238-0518, savannahbnb.com Whitaker-Huntingdon Inn 601 Whitaker St., 912-232-8911, 877-232-8911, whinn.com Zeigler House Inn 121 W. Jones St., 912-233-5307, 866233-5307, zeiglerhouseinn.com ST. MARYS Emma's Co age House 300 W. Conyers St., 912-882-4199, 877-749-5974, emmasco agehouse.com Goodbread House Bed & Breakfast Inn 209 Osborne St., 912-882-7490, goodbreadhouse.com Spencer House Inn Bed & Breakfast 200 Osborne St., 912-882-1872, 800-840-1872, spencerhouseinn.com ST. SIMONS ISLAND St. Simons Inn by the Lighthouse 609 Beachview Dr., 912-638-1101, 888-367-7270, stsimonsinn.com Village Inn and Pub 500 Mallery St., 912-634-6056, 888-635-6111, villageinnandpub.com TOWNSEND McIntosh Manor Bed & Breakfast 15752 U.S. Hwy. 17, 912-8323198, mcintoshmanorga.com TYBEE ISLAND 17th Street Inn 12 17th St., 888-909-0607, 888-9090607, tybeeinn.com Atlantis Inn 20 Silver Ave., 912-786-8558, atlantisinntybee.com Beachview Bed & Breakfast 1701 Butler Ave., 912-786-5500, beachviewbbtybee.com DeSoto Beach Bed & Breakfast 212 Butler Ave., 912-786-4542, 877-786-4542, desotobeachbandb.com The Georgianne Inn 1312 Butler Ave., 912-786-8710, 800-596-5301, georgianneinn. com Lighthouse Inn Bed & Breakfast 16 Meddin Dr., 912-786-0901, 866-786-0901, tybeebb.com Surf Song Bed & Breakfast 21 Officers Row, 912-472-1040, tybeesurfsong.com Tybee Island Inn Bed & Breakfast 24 Van Horne Ave., 912-786-9255, 866-892-4667, tybeeislandinn.com Tybee Moons Family Bed & Breakfast 8 Moore Ave., 912844-0222, tybeemoons.com Condos & Vacation Rentals DARIEN Private Islands of Georgia 107 Screven St., 912-222-0801, privateislandsofgeorgia.com JEKYLL ISLAND Jekyll Realty 521 N. 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Bryant St., 912882-3307, vrbo.com/403100 McCuin Marsh Front Cottage 311 Borrell Blvd., 912-3222065, vrbo.com/325347 The Oliver House 212 E. Conyers St., 904-982-0972, vrbo.com/464657 Rose Lovell House 207 W. Weed St., 912-882-6172, roselovell.com Unique Loft 605 Osborne St., 912-510-3781, vrbo. com/358147 St. SimonS iSland Beach Club Oceanfront Condominiums St. Simons 1440 Ocean Blvd., 877-2088453, hodnettcooper.com Cottages at Sea Island 351 Sea Island Rd., 912-638-3611, 877-732-4752, seaislandcottagerentals.com Hodnett Cooper Vacation Rentals, Inc. 520 Ocean Blvd., 877-208-8453, hodnettcooper.com Real Escapes Properties 406 Ocean Blvd., 855-3501716, realescapesproperties. com tyBee iSland Beachside Colony 404 Butler Ave., 912-786-4535, 800-786-0770, beachsidecolony.com Mermaid Cottages Vacation Rentals 1517 Chatham Ave., 912-313-0784, mermaidcottages.com My Beach House Vacation Rentals on Tybee Island 15 18th Terrace, 912-484-8397, mybeachhouseontybee.com Oceanfront Cottage Rentals, LLC 717 First St., 912-786-0054, 800-786-5889, oceanfrontcottage.com Somewhere In Time Too 1815 Butler Ave., 678-566-6792, tybeejoyvacationrentals.com South Beach Oceanfront Condo on The Strand 1615 Strand St., Unit 6, 678-5666792, vrbo.com/264957 Tybee Beach Vacation Rentals 1106 U.S. Hwy. 80, 912-786-0100, 800-967-4433, renttybee.com Tybee Cottages, Inc. 1310 Jones Ave., 912-786-6746, 877524-9819, tybeecottages.com Tybee Island Rentals 204 First St., 912-786-4034, 800476-0807, tybeeislandrentals. com Tybee Joy Vacations 121 Lewis Ave., 912-257-9097, tybeejoyvacations.com Tybee Time Vacation Rentals, LLC 106 Sea Ln., 912-344-0868, 877-823-6441, tybeetimevacationrentals.com Tybee Vacation Rentals 1010 Hwy. 80 E, 877-929-7935, tybeevacationrentals.com Villa Marshay on Tybee Island 7-A Lighthouse Point, 912-398-5306, vrbo.com/12446 Weston Beach Place at Tybee 4 12th Pl., 912-655-3468, westonbeach.com Windfall by the Sea on Tybee Island 164 S. Campbell Ave., 770-456-5266, windfallbythesea.com Cabins & Cottages BrunSwick Coastal Cottage Vacation Rental 144 North Dr. - Blythe Island, 912-270-5382, flipkey. com/brunswick-vacationrentals/p431616 Altamaha Park of Glynn County 1605 Altamaha Park Rd., 912-264-2342, glynncounty.org darien CoastAwhile Cottage 14694 GA Hwy. 99, 912-258-2357, vrbo.com/356989 The Red Door Cottage 208 W. Third St., 912-437-1215, vrbo.com/372327 Sapelo Island Birdhouses Sapelo Island, 912-223-6515, sapeloislandbirdhouses.com ellaBell Ogeechee Outpost 182 Rose Dr., 912-748-6716 folkSton The Okefenokee Cottage 35615 Okefenokee Dr., 912-576-4072, okefenokeecottage.com Railside Lodging 3742 Main St., 912-496-2255, railsidelodging.com Newell Lodge 661 Ozzie Rowell Rd., 912-496-2838, newellresort.com Okefenokee Swamp 28244 Hwy. 121, 912-496-4472, okefenokee.com Jekyll iSland Parker-Kaufman Vacation Cottage Rentals 21 Main St., Ste. 103, 888-453-5955, 888453-5955, parker-kaufman. com richmond hill Fort McAllister State Park 3894 Fort McAllister Rd., 912-727-2339, 800-864-7275, georgiastateparks.org/ fortmcallister rincon New Ebenezer Retreat & Conference Center 2887 Ebenezer Rd., 912-754-9242, newebenezer.org S ava n n a h : hiStoric diStrict Cottage A at Sanctuary Place 202 W. Duffy St., 912-224-7072, flipkey.com/ savannah-vacation-rentals/ p420359 St. maryS Crooked River State Park 6222 Charlie Smith Sr. Hwy., 912-882-5256, 800-864-7275, georgiastateparks.org/ crookedriver Slip Away Cottage 502 Margaret St., 302-540-3394, slipawaycottage.webs.com St. SimonS iSland Island Cottage Company P.O. Box 22068, 912-222-4078, islandcottagecompany.com tyBee iSland Tybee Island Vacation Cottage 161 Lewis Ave., 706-533-6552, tybeecottage. guale.net way n e S v i l l e Deep Bend Landing Waynesville 164 Deep Bend Ln., 912-778-5607 , deepbendlanding.com woodBine Cabin Bluff 3852 Union Carbide Rd., 912-729-5960, cabinbluff.com Campgrounds & RV Parks BrunSwick Blythe Island Regional Park & Campground 6616 Blythe Island Regional Hwy., 912-279-2812, 800-343-7855, glynncounty.org Coastal Georgia RV Resort 287 S. Port Pkwy., 912-2643869, coastalgarvresort.com Golden Isles RV Park 7445 Blythe Island Hwy., 912-2611025, goldenislesrvpark.com darien Cathead Creek Ranch & RV Park 1288 Cox Rd. SW, 912-437-2441, catheadcreekrvpark.com homeland Okefenokee RV Park 252 Bowery Ln., 912-496-2220, okefenokeervpark.com Jekyll iSland Jekyll Island Campground 1197 N. Riverview Dr., 912635-3021, jekyllisland.com/ campground kinGSland Country Oaks RV Park & Campground - Kingsland/I-95 2456 Scrubby Bluff Rd., 912729-6212, countryoaksrv.com KOA Campground - Kingsland/I-95 2970 Scrubby Bluff Rd., 912-729-3232, 800-5625220, koa.com richmond hill KOA Campground - Richmond Hill 4915 U.S. Hwy. 17 S, 912-756-3396, 800-562-8741, koa.com rincon Whispering Pines RV Park 1755 Hodgeville Rd., 912-7287562, whisperingpinesrvpk.com SaPelo iSland Sapelo Island's Cabretta Campground P.O. Box 15, 912-485-2299, gastateparks. org/sapeloislandreynoldsmansion Savannah: SouthSide Biltmore RV Park 4707 Ogeechee Rd., 912-236-4065, biltmorerv.com Savannah Oaks RV Resort 805 Fort Argyle Rd., 912-7484000, 800-851-0717, savannahoaks.net Skidaway Island State Park 52 Diamond Causeway, 912-598-2300, 800-8647275, georgiastateparks.org/ skidawayisland St. GeorGe Hidden River Resort 223 Reynolds Bridge Rd., 912-8432603, hiddenriverresort.com St. maryS A Big Wheel RV Park 6031 Charlie Smith Sr. Hwy., 912576-5386, abigwheelrvpark. com/index.html Cumberland Island National Seashore Camping 101 Wheeler St., 912-882-4335, 877-860-6787, nps.gov/cuis/ index.htm Sea Camp Campground Cumberland Island National Seashore, 912-882-4336, 888-817-3421, cumberlandislandferry.com townSend Lake Harmony RV Park 1088 Lake Harmony Way SW, 888-767-7864, 888-7677864, lakeharmonypark.com McIntosh Lake RV Park 1093 McIntosh Lake Ln. SW, 912-832-6215, mcintoshlakervpark.com tyBee iSland River's End Campground & RV Park 5 Fort Ave., 912-7865518, 800-786-1016, riversendcampground.com wayc r o S S Laura S. Walker State Park 5653 Laura Walker Rd., 912-287-4900, 800-864-7275, georgiastateparks.org/ lauraswalker woodBine Walk About Camp and RV Park 742 Old Still Rd., 912729-4110, walkaboutcamp.com Open Gates Bed & Breakfast, Darien OPEN GATES BED & BREAkFAST ExplorEgEorgia.org 10 5 HISTORIC HEARTLAND See for yourself why Georgia is nicknamed the "Peach State" in the Historic Heartland region, where you'll find a multitude of orchards and plenty of farms and roadside markets selling jams and other treats. While you're here, be sure to explore the area's charming towns, with antebellum homes and oldfashioned town squares, along with unique Native American heritage sites and venerable music venues. { AB OVE: ANTE B E LLU M I N N B E D & B R EAK FA ST, M I LLE D G EVI LLE } GDED GEORGIA THEATRE GUITAR ISTOCK COM THE BIG HOUSE MUSEUM Georgia Theatre This Athens gem has played host to hometown bands such as R.E.M. and Widespread Panic and even served as the se ing for John Mayer's first hit video (2008's "No Such Thing"). When a 2009 fire destroyed the historic 1889 building, artists rallied to rebuild. Now it's back and rocking once again. MUSICAL NOTES AthFest Music & Arts Festival June 24-28, 100 bands from Athens and beyond play downtown venues in the Classic City. Outdoor events are free, but the more intimate, private shows are ticketed. Like what you hear? Pick up the limited edition compilation album, a yearly release benefiting local music education. 10 6 GEORGIA ON MY MIND The Big House Museum The Allman Brothers Band put Macon on the map in 1969, transforming Southern rock with songs such as "Trouble No More." Now, fans of the group can tour the Grand Tudor home where the band once resided with their families and roadies in the 1970s, complete with memorabilia including original album covers, instruments, and furnishings. HISTORIC HEARTLAND GDED MASSEE LANE GARDENS Two-Wheeled Tourism By Elizabeth Florio Perhaps no mode of transit offers a more immersive, endorphin-boosting view of a place than cycling. And no route offers a better view of Georgia's Historic Heartland region than the Antebellum Trail Bicycle Route, which traverses 180 miles and seven historic communities spared Sherman's torch. Visit exploregeorgia.org for thoughtful itineraries that take you past indie coffee shops, galloping Clydesdales, pristine Victorian homes, and more. Bike-loving foodies should not miss Georgia Food Tours' Agro Cycle Tour, a day trip through pastoral scenery around middle Georgia, with stops at a handful of organic farms. Held three times a year in rotating locations, the tour provides an education in sustainable farming practices plus plenty of fresh nibbles to fuel your ride. Want to cycle off-road? Just southeast of Atlanta, the Arabia Mountain Heritage Area spans glassy lakes, granite outcroppings, and fields of wildflowers; the east- ern terminus of the trail network, the Monastery of the Holy Spirit in Conyers, provides a perfect resting spot for the weary. Find hallowed ground of a different sort Antebellum Trail Bicycle Route, Madison at Rock Hawk Effigy & Trails, an ancient Native American monument in Eatonton surrounded by more than twenty-five miles of trails. Got a set of training wheels in your group? Milledgeville's Oconee River Greenway offers a family-friendly ride on a waterside concrete path. Kids also love scoping out wildlife at Jackson's Dauset Trails Nature Center after cruising the nearby trails. WORD OF MOUTH "The Reese Home is a beautiful sight and adds stately character to the small town of Monticello. #ExploreGeorgia" HOPKINSDONNY (VIA INSTAGRAM) GET THE SHOT Don't miss out on these amazing local photo ops! 1. Massee Lane Gardens Photograph the award-winning camellias at this internationally recognized garden. You'll also find an aromatic rose garden and an exotic Japanese garden. 2. High Falls State Park Impress your friends with pictures of the breathtaking waterfalls at this scenic park. Whether you hike, paddle, or simply relax here, scenic photo ops abound. 3. Antebellum architecture in Madison White columns, black shu ers, and brick walkups: They're all part of Madison's famed antebellum architecture. Take pictures as you stroll along the picturesque streets. EXPLOREGEORGIA.ORG 107 ATHENS T WILIGHT CRITERIUM DAVE GILL/USA CRITS BUFFALO WING ISTOCK COM BRAGG JAM POTTERY BY WILL LANGFORD MACON CVB FACE PAINTING MARYLLIS WOLFGANG GEORGIA NATIONAL FAIR BIG HOUSE MUSEUM GDED HISTORIC HEARTLAND MARK YOUR CALENDAR Feb. 57, 2016 Treat yourself to an elegant weekend of tastings from around the world during Athens Wine Weekend. You can also a end wine-centric educational seminars and bid on items in the silent auction. April 2930, 2016 During the Athens Twilight Criterium, cheer on the pros as they cycle through town while the sun sets. Young riders can get in on the action at the Kids Criterium and the Big Wheel race while adults enjoy local brews. April 30, 2016 Barbecue, a car show, and live music await at the Barnesville Ba le of the Bones Festival. Come hungry: Besides barbecue, you'll also find competition wings, sauces, chili, and desserts to sample. June 4 & 11, 2016 Taste the world's largest peach cobbler at the Georgia Peach Festival in Fort Valley. Celebrating Georgia's state fruit, the event offers a variety of peach-themed activities, including the Miss Georgia Peach Pageant and the Peach Festival Parade. July 30, 2016 Hear everything from guitar-strung melodies to trombone tunes during Bragg Jam in Macon. Created in memory of local musicians and brothers Brax and Tate Bragg, the music festival showcases dozens of bands, including many local ones. Aug. 26Sept. 14, 2016 Perspectives: Georgia Po ery Invitational in Watkinsville is one of the largest pottery events in the nation, featuring workshops, tours of local po ers' studios, and plenty of po ery for sale. Sept. 1920, 2016 Venture back to the Paleo-Indian period, when Native Americans in Macon fought Ice Age creatures and survived in the wilderness. At the Ocmulgee Indian Celebration, witness traditional Ocmulgee dances complete with authentic garb, and watch artisans carve handmade flutes and other wooden cra s. Oct. 616, 2016 Kids and kids at heart flock by the thousands to the Georgia National Fair in Perry. Midway rides, carnival food, and livestock exhibitions all await. Oct. 29, 2016 If you like Southern music, you'll love the Deep Roots Festival in Milledgeville, which offers live performances showcasing everything from bluegrass to rock. A er kicking back to some tunes, sample competition-grade barbecue while the kids enjoy face painting and cra s. Dec. 23, 2016 Madison is well known for its lovely homes; tour some of the most stunning ones, each beautifully decorated for the holidays, during the Madison Christmas Tour of Homes. 10 8 GEORGIA ON MY MIND The Big House Museum, Macon Macon is for Music Lovers By Becky Hardy Macon's musical credentials run deep: It's where The Allman Brothers Band, Otis Redding, and Little Richard got their starts. It's also where some of the most talented musicians in the nation study at Mercer University's McDuffie Center for Strings. Dozens of attractions and performance venues around town allow music lovers to immerse themselves in Macon's musical culture; Rock Candy Tours offers an inside glimpse into many of the most important spots. Begin your toe-tapping visit with a stop at The Big House Museum, where members of the Allman Brothers Band lived, raised their families, and wrote lyrics in the 1970s. Today, thousands of fans make the pilgrimage to the house every year. After touring the house, visit the final resting places of band members Duane Allman and Berry Oakley at Rose Hill Cemetery. Over on the Mercer University campus, the plantation-style Bell House serves as the headquarters for the McDuffie Center for Strings, nicknamed the "Juilliard of the South." If the home's towering white columns and marble steps look familiar, that's because it was featured on the cover of the Allman Brothers Band's self-titled debut album. After a day of exploring, enjoy dinner at the Tic Toc Room, where Little Richard once performed in between shifts working as the dishwasher. Cap your night at gritty Grant's Lounge, where local musicians play in hopes of catching their big break. One of the newest attractions in Georgia's Historic Heartland region was more than seventy-five years in the making. The barbecue- and microbrew-themed Brews & Q's Trail leads visitors to middle Georgia's best locally owned barbecue restaurants, breweries, and growler shops from Athens to Perry. The trail has more than thirty stops--visit ten, and you'll earn a free T-shirt. Download the Brews & Q's Trail Passport at ExploreGeorgia.org. HISTORIC HEARTLAND BARBECUE SANDWICH ISTOCK COM TREE ATHENS CVB GO FISH EDUCATION CENTER GEORGIA DNR FISHING GDED BOBCAT KENNETH CLARK GA SPORTS HALL OF FAME GDED Dauset Trails Nature Center, Jackson Georgia's Lake Country Go Fish Education Center, Perry KIDS CORNER Georgia Sports Hall of Fame, Macon SECRET LANDMARK What owns a property but pays no taxes? The Tree that Owns Itself in residential Athens. This arbor, deeded to itself by Colonel William Jackson in the early nineteenth century, has become one of Athens's best-loved landmarks. Go Fish Education Center Despite its name, this Perry a raction doesn't involve playing cards. Instead, learn how to fish, find out the latest on local wildlife conservation efforts, and watch videos about various types of fish up close. Don't miss the freshwater aquariums with trout and largemouth bass. Georgia's Lake Country Comprising Lakes Oconee and Sinclair, this region offers an abundance of kid-friendly recreation, from swimming to fishing. When you're dried off, head to the Steffen Thomas Museum in Buckhead, which features a permanent collection of works by local children. Dauset Trails Nature Center At this popular and expansive center in Jackson, spot raccoons, hawks, bison, and even bobcats along the Animal Trail, or sneak a peek at alligators, snakes, and turtles in the Wonder Room. End your day of exploration with a picnic overlooking the lake. Georgia Sports Hall of Fame As the country's largest state sports museum, the Georgia Sports Hall of Fame in Macon is filled with memorabilia and souvenirs from Georgia Tech, the University of Georgia, and more. Wander the Hall of Fame corridor, which honors 300 inductees, including Hank Aaron and Bobby Jones. EXPLOREGEORGIA.ORG 10 9 H I STO R I C H EA RT LA N D AT T R A CT I O N S 129 441 29 29 Athens Winterville 78 Bishop Watkinsville Monroe 129 Conyers Oxford Social Circle 441 20 Rutledge Madison Covington Mansfield Porterdale HISTORIC HEARTLAND Lake Oconee Jackson Monticello Eatonton High Falls Milner Flovilla Indian Springs 441 Lake Juliette Round Oak 129 Sinclair Milledgeville Barnesville 41 75 Forsyth Gray Haddock 23 341 Culloden 475 Musella 80 Clinton Macon Gordon Roberta Knoxville 80 Byron 41 16 341 Fort Valley Warner ALT 75 Robins 129 129 Perry AT T R A C T I O N S Athens Bear Hollow Zoo This small zoo is home to native species, including black bears, bobcats, deer, o ers, owls, amphibians, and reptiles. 293 Gran Ellen Dr., 706-613-3580, athensclarkecounty.com/bearhollow Classic City Tours Athens A full range of tour and transportation services. Enjoy a self-guided audio tour, guided heritage tour, or custom tour. 280 E. Dougherty St., 706-353-1820, athenswelcomecenter.com/tours.html Creature Comforts Brewing Co. Award-winning cra brewery offers tours and tastings Tuesday through Saturday. 271 W. Hancock St., 706-621-6595, creaturecomfortsbeer.com Georgia Museum of Art Located on UGA's campus, it's both an academic museum and the state's official art museum. 90 Carlton St., 706542-4662, georgiamuseum.org The Horticultural Trial Gardens at UGA This garden at the University of Georgia is renowned for new crop introductions. Open to the public daily. 1111 Plant Sciences Bldg., 706-5422471, ugatrial.hort.uga.edu Lyndon House Arts Center This unique complex features both a modern art gallery and a historic house museum. 293 Hoyt St., 706-613-3623, athensclarkecounty.com/ lyndonhouse Peabody Media Awards Gallery See the best of broadcasting over the past 70 years, including memorabilia from TV shows, radio and newsfilm archives. 330 S. Hull St., 706542-7123, libs.uga.edu/media/ Sandy Creek Nature Center See native wildlife, and explore exhibits and 225 acres of woodland, fields, and marshland. 205 Old Commerce Rd., 706-613-3615, athensclarkecounty.com/ sandycreeknaturecenter State Botanical Garden of Georgia This 313-acre preserve features five miles of trails, a three-story tropical conservatory and themed gardens. 2450 S. Milledge Ave., 706542-1244, botgarden.uga.edu T.R.R. Cobb House See Cobb's restored antebellum home, now a house museum with Civil War exhibits. 175 Hill St., 706-369-3513, trrcobbhouse.org Ware-Lyndon Historic House Listed in the National Register of Historic Places and one of the few antebellum homes with Italianate elements in Athens. 293 Hoyt St., 706613-3623, athensclarkecounty. com/facilities/Facility/ Details/29 Conyers Appalachian Wilderness Guides Take a tour of the Appalachian Trail led by an Appalachian Wilderness Guides trip leader. 4800 Northbrook Ct., 678-262-8406 Georgia International Horse Park This 1,400-acre complex is the home to many equestrian and sporting events, yearround fairs, festivals, and concerts. 1996 Centennial Olympic Pkwy., 770-860-4190, 800-266-9377, georgiahorsepark.com Monastery of the Holy Spirit Visit the home of Trappist monks, the Monastic Heritage Center, store and cafe, bonsai nursery, and garden center. 2625 Hwy. 212 SW, 770-483-8705, 800-266-9377, trappist.net Walk of Heroes Veterans War Memorial The monument honors the sacrifices and uncommon dedication given by veterans during the 20th century. 3001 Black Shoals Rd., 770-4830995, walko eroes.org/ Covington Covington Self-Guided Movie Tour This walking/driving tour includes the Dukes of Hazzard, Remember the Titans, and other TV and movie locations. 2101 Clark St., 770-787-3868, 800-616-8626, gocovington.com Mystic Falls Tours Mystic Falls Tours provides guided tours to the sets used on the hit CW show The Vampire Diaries and behind-the-scenes info. 2101 Clark St., 404-549-1489, , mysticfallstours.com Eatonton Alice Walker Driving Tour Self-guided driving trail takes you to points of interest for the author Alice Walker. Brochure available at the chamber. 305 N. Madison Ave., 706-485-7701, eatonton. com/visit/a ractions/historical_sites.php Lake Oconee Outfi ers This outfi er offers familyfriendly activities with an emphasis on education about the sport of your choice. 951 Harmony Rd., 706-923-0999, lakeoconeeoutfi ers.com Old School History Museum The Old School History Museum is housed in four classrooms of the original 1916 Eatonton School and takes you back in time. 305 N. Madison Ave., 706-485-7701, eatonton.com/visit/a ractions/museums.php Rock Hawk Effigy and Trails This 5,000-year-old monument is the centerpiece of 15 miles of education and recreation trails, with historical displays. 125 Wallace Dam Rd., 706-485-7701, rockhawk.org Uncle Remus Museum Visit the Uncle Remus Museum at Turner Park and gather around the fireside for the adventurous tales of Br'er Rabbit. 214 S. Oak St., 706-485-6856, uncleremusmuseum.org Flovilla Indian Springs State Park Enjoy swimming, boating, and a nature trail at one of the nation's oldest parks, with natural springs and historic buildings. 678 Lake Clark Rd., 770-504-2277, 800-864-7275, georgiastateparks.org/ indiansprings Covington Self-Guided Movie Tour, Covington 110 GEORGIA ON MY MIND COVINGTON/NEWTON CVB H I STO R I C H EA RT LA N D AT T R A CT I O N S Fort Valley Annabelle Lundy Fe erman Porcelain Museum See the largest collection of Boehm porcelain sculptures on public display in the United States, including many rare pieces. 100 Massee Ln., 478-967-2358, americancamellias.com/massee-lanegardens/visiting-the-gardens/ boehm-porcelain-collection Lane Southern Orchards Lane Southern Orchards is a fourth-generation family operation that has grown peaches and pecans for more than 100 years. 50 Lane Rd., 800-2773224, lanesouthernorchards.com Massee Lane Gardens Historic Headquarters of the American Camellia Society, Massee Lane Gardens is home to the American Camellia Society. Open year round, 7 days. Guided tours by appointment. 100 Massee Ln., 478-967-2358, 877-4226355, americancamellias.org Pearson Farm During summer peach season, walk-in customers are welcome at the packing house. Try our peach ice cream and pecans. 5575 Zenith Mill Rd., 478-825-7504, 888-423-7374, pearsonfarm.com Irwinton Blue Goose on Main Bike Hostel Stop by Georgia's first bike hostel featuring two bunk rooms and one queen suite with bath. Built in 1847. 128 E. Main St., 478-946-1501, loosea hegoose.com Jackson Dauset Trails Nature Center Explore the ponds, creeks, wildflower fields, wooded trails, and nature center. Camping for groups available. 360 Mt. Vernon Rd., 770-7756798, dause rails.com High Falls State Park Hike along the Towaliga River to the remains of an 1880s gristmill. Boat rental; ramps and docks provide lake access. 76 High Falls Park Dr., 478-993-3053, 800864-7275, georgiastateparks. org/highfalls Juliette The Whistle Stop Cafe Home of the movie set of Fried Green Tomatoes and the famous Whistle Stop Cafe. 443 McCrackin St., 478-992-8886, thewhistlestopcafe.com Macon The Cannonball House The Cannonball House, named for damage sustained during the Civil War, is on the National Register of Historic Places. 856 Mulberry St., 478-745-5982, cannonballhouse.org Georgia Sports Hall of Fame The largest state sports hall of fame in the U.S. celebrates athletes like John Smoltz, Herschel Walker, and Nancy Lopez. 301 Cherry St., 478-752-1585, gshf.org Hay House, a property of the Georgia Trust for Historic Preservation This antebellum Italian Renaissance Revival house has been called the "Palace of the South" and features 24 rooms. 934 Georgia Ave., 478-742-8155, hayhousemacon.org Lights on Macon Illuminated Walking Tour View some of the city's most resplendent homes on this free self-guided, exterior tour of 30 antebellum homes lit year-round. Downtown Macon, 478-742-5084, 800768-3401, lightsonmacon.com VISITOR RESOURCES DESTINATION MARKETING ORGANIZATIONS: Call or email these professional resources when dreaming, planning, and booking your next Georgia vacation. Athens Convention and Visitors Bureau 706.357.4430, visitathensga.com Barnesville-Lamar County Chamber 770.358.5884, barnesville.org Bu s County Chamber 770.775.4839, bu schamber.com Byron Convention and Visitors Bureau 478.956.2409, tourbyron.com Conyers Convention and Visitors Bureau 770.929.4270, conyersga.com *Covington/Newton County Convention and Visitors Bureau & Visitor Information Center 2101 Clark Street, Covington, GA 30014, 770.787.3868, gocovington.com *Eatonton-Putnam Chamber of Commerce 305 N. Madison Avenue, Eatonton, GA 31024, 706.485.7701, visiteatonton. com Forsyth-Monroe County Chamber 478.994.9239, themiddleofeverywhere.com Jones County Chamber 478.986.1123, jonescounty.org *Macon-Bibb County Convention and Visitors Bureau & Downtown Welcome Center 450 MLK Jr. Blvd., Macon, GA 31201, 478.743.3401, visitmacon.org *Madison-Morgan County Convention and Visitors Bureau & Welcome Center 115 E. Jefferson Street, Madison, GA 30650, 706.342.4454, madisonga.org *Milledgeville Convention and Visitors Bureau 200 W. Hancock Street, Milledgeville, GA 31059, 478.452.4687, 800.653.1804, visitmilledgeville.org Monroe-Walton County Chamber 770.267.6594, waltonchamber.org Monroe Downtown 770-2665331, monroedowntown.com Monticello-Jasper County Chamber 706.468.8994, jaspercountycoc.com *Oconee County Convention and Visitors Bureau & Visitors Information Center 21 N. Main Street, Watkinsville, GA 30677, 706.769.5197, visitoconee.com Peach County Chamber 478.825.3733, peachchamber. com *Perry Area Convention and Visitors Bureau & Welcome Center 101 General Courtney Hodges Blvd., Perry, GA 31069, 478.988.8000, perryga.com Roberta-Crawford County Chamber 478.836.3825, robertacrawfordchamber.org Warner Robins Convention and Visitors Bureau 478.922.5100, 888.288.9742, wrga.gov REGIONAL VISITOR INFORMATION CENTER When you're here and need more information, these certified locations have staff trained to help. They can also make recommendations about walking tours, restaurants, and more. Athens Welcome Center 280 E. Dougherty Street, Athens, GA 30601, 706.353.1820 Conyers Welcome Center 901 Railroad Street, Conyers, GA 30012, 770.602.2606 Macon Bibb I-75 Welcome Center 10051 Interstate 75 South, (I-75 S @ I-475 split), Forsyth, GA 31029, 478.994.8181, 478.994.9191 *Also a Regional Visitor Information Center available for drop-by visits. Museum of Arts and Sciences The Museum of Arts and Sciences has art, science, and humanities exhibitions plus a planetarium, observatory, and mini-zoo. 4182 Forsyth Rd., 478-477-3232, masmacon.org MadisonMorgan Cultural Center, Madison Ocmulgee National Monument See mounds, an earth lodge reconstructed over the original 1,000-year-old floor, and a museum housing over 2,000 artifacts. 1207 Emery Hwy., 478-752-8257, nps.gov/ocmu The Peach State Ale Trail Take a guided tour or move at your own pace through a self-guided tour of several Southern breweries. 539 Moss Hill Dr., 478-361-3507, peachstatealetrail.com Tubman African American Museum Learn about African American art, history, inventions, and culture at the largest museum of its kind in the Southeast. 310 Cherry St., 478-743-8544, tubmanmuseum.com Madison Audio Walking/Driving Tour of Madison's Historic District Picturesque antebellum homes can be seen on this walking/driving tour of Madison's historic district. 115 E. Jefferson St., 706-342-4454, visitmadisonga.com Farmview Market Farmview Market incorporates a specialty grocery store, a butcher shop, a farm to table cafe, and an open air farmers market. 2610 Eatonton Hwy., 678-729-1452, farmviewmarket.com Heritage Hall The 1811 Greek Revival home-turned-museum boasts antiques, original architecture, and unique window etchings. 277 S. Main St., 706-342-9627, friendso eritagehall.org Madison-Morgan Cultural Center See exhibitions, performances and other programs throughout the year in one of the first graded public schools in the South. 434 S. Main St., 706-342-4743, 877-233-0598, mmcc-arts.org Morgan County African American Museum The non-profit museum preserves African American heritage and promotes knowledge of African American history. 156 Academy St., 706-342-9191, mcaam.org 112 GEORGIA ON MY MIND MADISON MORGAN CVB 2321 Vineville Ave Macon, Ga 31204 478-741-5551 Open: Thurs-Sun 11am-6pm Available for tours, rentals and corporate events. www.thebighousemuseum.org Ocmulgee NATIONAL MONUMENT 17,000 YEARS OF HISTORY... FROM THE ICE AGE TO TODAY. FREE ADMISSION VISIT NPS.GOV/OCMU FOR MORE I N F O R M AT I O N 1207 EMERY HWY, MACON, GA 31217 (478) 752-8257 This is where musicians were made and their legacies live on today. It's full of history and alive with energy a combination you can only find in Macon. It's more than a place on a map. It's a vibe all its own. VisitMacon.org | 800.768.3401 Georgia's Historic Heartland HISTORY, HERITAGE & HOMETOWN HOSPITALITY www.historicgeorgia.org Georgia's Historic Heartland Georgia's Trappist Monks Welcome You Nestled on 2,300 acres in Conyers, the monks invite you to explore the Monastery of the Holy Spirit. Visit the bonsai garden and nursery, shop at the Abbey Garden Center and Abbey Store, experience a day in the life of a monk at the Historic Museum and much more. To plan your visit, go to trappist.net. HISTORY, HERITAGE & HOMETOWN HOSPITALITY www.historicgeorgia.org Discover the Art OF Southern H I STO R I C H EARTLAN D AT TRACTI O N S DISCOVER PERRY www.discoverperryga.com FAMILY FUN IN THE HEART OF GEORGIA Facebook "f " Logo CMYK / .eps Facebook "f " Logo CMYK / .eps Like us on Facebook! 478.988.6701 gofisheducationcenter.com Old Governor's Mansion, Milledgeville The Rogers House & Rose Co age This 1809 house museum is furnished with period pieces, and the Rose Co age is tastefully restored. 179 E. Jefferson St., 406-343-0190, visitmadisonga. com/play Steffen Thomas Museum of Art The Steffen Thomas Museum and Archives is dedicated to providing art education programs for children and families. 4200 Bethany Rd., 706-342-7557, steffenthomas.org Milledgeville Flannery O'Connor Room GCSU This admirable collection includes signature pieces from O'Connor's farmhouse, plus her personal library and memorabilia. Georgia College Museum, 221 N. Clark St., 478-445-4391, old.gcsu.edu/library/sc/focvisting.htm Historic Trolley Tours Take a guided trolley tour through Georgia's antebellum capital, including Milledgeville's historic district. 200 W. Hancock St., 478-452-4687, 800-653-1804, visitmilledgeville.org/things-todo/events/tours/#trolley-tours Lockerly Arboretum Famous for its magnificent lily pads and natural se ing, this arboretum is a jewel of Milledgeville. 1534 Irwinton Rd., 478-452-2112, lockerly.org Memory Hill Cemetery Milledgeville This cemetery is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. A self-guided tour map is available at the cemetery. Liberty & Franklin streets, 800-653-1804, friendsofcems.org/memoryhill Old Governor's Mansion Built as the Executive Mansion, this Greek Revival-style building was home to Georgia's governors from 1839-1868. 120 S. Clarke St., 478-445-4545, gcsu.edu/mansion Musella Dickey Farms Open-air market offering local produce and goods at the oldest continuously operating packinghouse in Georgia. 3440 Musella Rd., 478-836-4362, 800-732-2442, gapeaches.com Oxford Oxford College Walking Tour Tour the first home of Emory University, founded in 1836, now a campus for first- and second-year liberal arts students. 100 Hamill St., 770-784-8888, emory.edu/ home/about/campus Perry The Georgia Artisan Center Promotes the work of Georgia's talented artists and artisans. A variety of unique handcra ed items are exhibited for sale. 101 General Courtney Hodges Blvd., 478-988-8000, georgiaartisancenter.com Georgia National Fairgrounds & Agricenter A state-owned, multipurpose 1,100-acre rental complex designed for meetings, trade shows, livestock and horse shows. 401 Larry Walker Pkwy., 478-987-3247, 800-987-3247, gnfa.com Historic Walking/ Driving Tour Perry A self-guided walking or driving tour of historical homes and significant sites in Perry. Brochures and cell tours available. 101 General Courtney Hodges Blvd., 478-988-8000, perryga.com Perry Area Historical Cemetery Tours Embark on a walking tour dedicated to honoring the local community leaders and keeping the history of Perry, Georgia, alive. 901 Northside Dr., 478-224-4442, perryhistoricalsociety.org Rutledge Hard Labor Creek State Park Best known for its golf course, this park also offers beach swimming, biking, hiking, horseback riding, and much more. 5 Hard Labor Creek Rd., 706-557-3001, 800-864-7275, georgiastateparks. org/hardlaborcreek Social Circle Blue Willow Inn Housed in a Greek Revival mansion, this award-winning restaurant offers tours and the finest Southern food. 294 N. Cherokee Rd., 770-464-2131, 800-552-8813, bluewillowinn.com Warner Robins Museum of Aviation Home of the Georgia Aviation Hall of Fame Large museum with more than 90 aircra and missiles, aviation exhibits, cafe, and the Georgia Aviation Hall of Fame. Hwy. 247 and Russell Pkwy., 478-926-6870, museumofaviation.org Watkinsville Happy Valley Po ery, Inc. Happy Valley Po ery in Watkinsville features on-site po ery-making and glass-blowing demonstrations. 1210 Carson Graves Rd., 706-769-5922 116 GEORGIA ON MY MIND GDED GDED STONE WALL ISTOCK COM Miller's Blueberry Farm Pick your own blueberries and blackberries from mid-June to mid-August. 1371 Union Church Rd., 706769-4161, ronputman.com/ blueberry-farm.html Oconee Cultural Arts Foundation Visit free, ongoing, rotating exhibits of various artists from around the state in the historic 1902 Oconee schoolhouse. 34 School St., 706-769-4565, ocaf.com Thomas Orchards Located just south of Watkinsville, Thomas Orchards specializes in unique plants, outdoor art, fresh-picked peaches, and more. 6091 Macon Hwy., 706-769-5011, thomasorchardsandnursery. com Washington Farms Choose pumpkins, strawberries, and blueberries. 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Third St., 770-504-8100, 800225-3297, daysinn.com MACon Americas Best Value Inn - Macon 4546 Hartley Bridge Rd., 478-788-7500, 888-315-2378, americasbestvalueinn.com Baymont Inn & SuitesMacon/Plantation Inn Dr. 150 Plantation Inn Dr., 478-474-8004, 800-337-0550, baymontinns.com Baymont Inn & SuitesMacon/Riverside Dr. 3680 Riverside Dr., 478-474-4989, 800-337-0550, baymontinns. com Best Western Inn & Suites of Macon 4681 Chambers Rd., 478-781-5300, 800-528-1234, bestwesterngeorgia.com Best Western Riverside Inn 2400 Riverside Dr., 478-743-6311, 888-454-4565, bestwesterngeorgia.com Candlewood Suites - Macon 3957 River Place Dr., 478-2543530, ihg.com Comfort Inn & Suites Macon/Arkwright Rd. 3935 Arkwright Rd., 478-757-8688, comfortinn.com Comfort Suites - Macon 120 Plantation Dr., 478-314-5130, comfortsuites.com Country Inn & Suites by Carlson - Macon North 3915 Arkwright Rd., 478-803-8300, countryinns.com Courtyard by Marriott Macon 3990 Sheraton Dr., 478-477-8899, 800-321-2211, marriott.com Days Inn - Macon 4999 Eisenhower Pkwy., 478-781-4343, 800-225-3297, daysinn.com Days Inn - Macon/N. Conference Center 3590 Riverside Dr., 478-254-5080, 800-2253297, daysinn.com Econo Lodge - Macon 1990 Riverside Dr., 478-746-6221, econolodge.com Extended Stay America - Macon North 3980 Riverside Dr., 478-474-2805, 800-804-3724, extendedstayamerica.com Fairfield Inn & Suites - Macon 4035 Sheraton Dr., 478738-9007, fairfieldinn.com Fairfield Inn - Macon West 110 Plantation Inn Dr., 478-4749922, marriott.com Hampton Inn & Suites Macon/I-75 North 3954 River Place Dr., 478-803-5000, hamptoninn3.hilton.com Hilton Garden Inn Macon/ Mercer University 1220 Stadium Dr., 478-741-5527, hiltongardeninn3.hilton.com Holiday Inn Express & Suites - Macon West 4970 Harrison Rd., 478-803-0033, ihg.com Holiday Inn - Macon North 3953 River Place Dr., 478803-8200, 888-233-9450, holidayinn.com Homewood Suites by Hilton - Macon North 1514 Bass Rd., 478-477-9776, homewoodsuites3.hilton.com InTown Suites Extended Stay - Macon 1459 Eisenhower Pkwy., 478-781-5509, intownsuites.com Knights Inn-Macon West 4717 Chambers Rd., 478781-0088, 800-447-0629, knightsinn.com La Quinta Inn & Suites Macon 3944 River Place Dr., 478-4750206, laquintamacon.com Macon Marriott City Center 240 Coliseum Dr., 478-6215300, marriott.com Magnuson Hotel-Macon 2720 Riverside Dr., 478-743-1482, magnusonhotelmacon.com Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham - Macon 2020 Bowman Park, 478-254-3300, 800-3370050, microtelinn.com Motel 6 - Macon West 6009 Harrison Rd., 478-788-8800, motel6.com Quality Inn & Suites - Macon North 115 Riverside Pkwy., 478-474-4000, qualityinn.com Quality Inn - Macon 4630 Chambers Rd., 478-781-7000, qualityinn.com Ramada - Macon 4755 Chambers Rd., 478-788-0120, 800-854-9517, ramada.com Red Roof Inn - Macon 3950 River Place Dr., 478-477-7477, 800-733-7663, redroof.com Residence Inn - Macon 3900 Sheraton Dr., 478-475-4280, 800-331-3131, marriott.com 118 georgia on my mind G R A D U AT E - AT H E N S wh e r e to stay h i sto r i c h eartlan d Rodeway Inn & Suites-Macon 130 Holiday North Dr., 478405-0106, rodewayinn.com Sleep Inn - Macon 140 Plantation Inn Dr., 478-476-8111, sleepinn.com Sleep Inn - Macon North 3928 River Place Dr., 478-757-8300, 800-424-6423, sleepinn.com SpringHill Suites - Macon 4630 Sheraton Dr., 478-8039100, maconspringhillsuites. com Super 8 - Macon West 4765 Chambers Rd., 478-254-5290, 800-454-3213, super8.com Value Place - Macon West 4949 Harrison Rd., 478-4770949, valueplace.com Value Place - North Macon 2000 Bowman Rd., 478-4778347, valueplace.com Wingate by Wyndham Macon 100 Northcrest Blvd., 478-476-8100, 800-337-0077, wingatehotels.com Madison Econo Lodge Inn & Suites Madison 1972 Eatonton Rd., 706-342-0054, econolodge.com Hampton Inn - Madison 2012 Eatonton Rd., 706-342-9003, hamptoninn3.hilton.com Holiday Inn Express 1041 Ramada Way, 706-342-9190, hiexpress.com The James Madison Inn & Conference Center 260 W. Washington St., 706-342-7040, jamesmadisoninn.com Quality Inn - Madison 2001 Eatonton Rd., 706-342-1839, 800-424-6423, qualityinn.com Super 8 - Madison 2091 Eatonton Rd., 706-438-1081, 800-454-3213, super8.com Milledgeville Americas Best Value Inn - Milledgeville 2627 N. Columbia St., 478-452-3502, 888-315-2378, americasbestvalueinn.com Comfort Suites - Milledgeville 2621 N. Columbia St., 478-453-2212, 800-528-1234, comfortsuites.com Days Inn - Milledgeville 2551 N. Columbia St., 478-453-8471, 800-225-3297, daysinn.com Econo Lodge - Milledgeville 3001 Heritage Rd., 478-4533551, econolodge.com Fairfield Inn & Suites Milledgeville 2631-A N. Columbia St., 478-452-5202, marriot.com Hampton Inn - Milledgeville 2461 N. Columbia St., 478-4510050, hamptoninn3.hilton. com Holiday Inn Express & Suites - Milledgeville 1839 N. Columbia St., 478-454-9000, ihg.com Motel 6 - Milledgeville 2595 N. Columbia St., 478-4529290, motel6.com Super 8 Motel - Milledgeville 2474 N. Columbia St., 478-453-9491, 800-454-3213, super8.com MonRoe The Wayfarer Hotel - Monroe 114 N. Broad St., Suite B, 678871-8642, wayfarerhotel.net PeRRy Best Western Bradbury Inn & Suites - Perry 205 Lect Dr., 478-218-5200, 800-937-8376, bestwesterngeorgia.com Comfort Inn & Suites Perry 201 Lect Dr., 478-9878777, comfortinn.com Days Inn - Perry/Warner Robins Area 200 Valley Dr., Bldg. A, 478-224-3198, 800255-3297, daysinn.com Econo Lodge - Perry 102 Valley Dr., 478-987-2142, 800325-2525, econolodge.com Great Inn - Perry 1006 St. Patrick Dr., 478-987-5600, thegreatinn.com Hampton Inn - Perry 102 Hampton Ct., 478-987-7681, hamptoninn.com Holiday Inn Express & Suites - Perry-National Fairground Area 1502 Sam Nunn Blvd., 478224-3000, 877-410-6777, ihg.com Howard Johnson Inn - Perry 100 Marketplace Dr., 478987-8400, 800-221-5801, hojo.com Jameson Inn - Perry 200 Market Place Dr., 478987-5060, 800-526-3766, jamesoninns.com Knights Inn - Perry 704 Mason Terrace, 478-987-1515, 800-477-0629, knightsinn.com Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham - Perry 110 Fairview Dr., 478-987-4004, 800337-0050, microtelinn.com Quality Inn - National Fairgrounds Area 1602 Sam Nunn Blvd., 478-987-7710, 800-642-7710, qualityinn.com Ramada - Perry 200 Valley Dr., 478-987-3313, 800-8549517, ramada.com Relax Inn - Perry 103 Marshallville Rd., 478-987-3200, relaxinnperryga.com Rodeway Inn - Perry 110 Perimeter Rd., 478-987-4454, choicehotels.com Super 8 - Perry 102 Plaza Dr., 478-987-0999, 800-454-3213, super8.com Travelodge - Perry 100 Westview Ln., 478-987-7355, 888-988-9080, travelodgeperry.com WaRneR Robins Americas Best Value Inn 1440 Watson Blvd., 478922-2006, 888-315-2378, americasbestvalueinn.com Baymont Inn & Suites Warner Robins 2731 Watson Blvd., 478-953-5522, 800-3370550, baymontinns.com Best Western Peach Inn - Warner Robins 2739 Watson Blvd., 478-953-3800, bestwesterngeorgia.com Candlewood Suites - Warner Robins/Robins AFB 110 Willie Lee Pkwy., 478-333-6850, ihg.com Comfort Inn - Warner Robins 2725 Watson Blvd., 478-9533000, , comfortinn.com Comfort Inn & Suites at Robins AFB 95 GA Hwy. 247 S, 478-922-7555, 800-528-2967, choicehotels.com Comfort Suites - Warner Robins 3101 Watson Blvd., 478-953-5240, 800-228-5150, choicehotels.com Country Inn & Suites by Carlson - Warner Robins 220 Margie Dr., 478-971-1660, 800456-4000, countryinns.com Courtyard by Marriott Warner Robins 589 Carl Vinson Pkwy., 478-602-6200, marriott.com Days Inn & Suites - Warner Robins 215 Margie Dr., 478-953-6866, 800-225-3297, daysinn.com Fairfield Inn & Suites Warner Robins 221 Margie Dr., 478-953-4200, 866-316-5960, marriott.com Hampton Inn - Warner Robins 4000 Watson Blvd., 478-953-9443, 800-426-7866, hamptoninn3.hilton.com Hilton Garden Inn - Warner Robins 207 N. Willie Lee Pkwy., 478-971-1550, warnerrobins.hgi.com Holiday Inn Express & Suites - Warner Robins North West 4020 Watson Blvd., 478-3332737, 877-410-6667, ihg.com InTown Suites Extended Stay - Warner Robins 2103 Moody Rd., 478-329-9222, intownsuites.com La Quinta Inn & Suites Warner Robins - Robins AFB 4080 Watson Blvd., 478-3336920, 800-753-3757, lq.com Ramada - Warner Robins 2024 Watson Blvd., 478-9238871, 800-854-9517, ramada. com/warnerrobins Suburban Extended Stay Warner Robins 2727 Watson Blvd., 478-953-5100, suburbanhotels.com Super 8 - Warner Robins 105 Woodcrest Blvd., 478-923-8600, 800-454-3213, super8.com Vista Inn & Suites - Warner Robins 102 Rigby Dr., 478-9180046, vistarez.com Wingate by Wyndham Warner Robins 4031 Watson Blvd., 478-333-6650, 800-3370077, wingatehotels.com WaTKinsville SpringHill Suites by Marriott - Athens 3500 Daniells Bridge Rd., 706-353-8484, marriott.com Resorts, Lodges & Plantations aThens Graduate - Athens 295 E. Dougherty St., 706-549-7020, 866-928-4367, graduateathens.com eaTonTon Cuscowilla on Lake Oconee 126 Cuscowilla Dr., 706484-0050, 800-458-5351, cuscowilla.com Bed & Breakfasts and Inns aThens The Colonels B&B 3890 Barnett Shoals Rd., 706-559-9595, thecolonels.net baRnesville Antebellum Oaks B&B 643 Greenwood St., 678-359-1116, antebellumoaksbb.com Rumble Seat Inn Bed & Breakfast 303 Forsyth St., 770-358-9348, rumbleseatinnandcatering.com CovingTon The Twelve Oaks Bed & Breakfast 2176 Monticello St., 770-385-4005, thetwelveoaks. com julieTTe Jarrell 1920 House B&B 715 Jarrell Plantation Rd., 478-986-3972, 888-633-2750, jarrellhouse.com MaCon 1842 Inn 353 College St., 478-741-1842, 877-452-6599, 1842inn.com Madison The Brady Inn 250 N. Second St., 706-342-4400, bradyinn.com The Farmhouse Inn 1051 Meadow Ln., 706-342-7933, thefarmhouseinn.com Southern Cross Guest Ranch 1670 Bethany Church Rd., 706-342-8027, southcross.com Milledgeville Antebellum Inn 200 N. Columbia St., 478-453-3993, antebelluminn.com Soho Lofts 107 S. Wayne St., 478-453-3993, soholoftsga. com MonTiCello Bennett Cove Bed & Breakfast 6936 Hwy. 212 W, 770-688-0357, bennettcove. com WaTKinsville Ashford Manor Bed & Breakfast 5 Harden Hill Rd., 706-769-2633, ambedandbreakfast.com Cabins & Cottages flovilla Holloway Cottages at Indian Springs 1834 Hwy. 42 S, 770775-5350, thevillageatindiansprings.com Indian Springs State Park 678 Lake Clark Rd., 770-504-2277, 800-864-7275, georgiastateparks.org/indiansprings iRWinTon Blue Goose on Main Bike Hostel 128 E. Main St., 478946-1501, looseatthegoose. com RuTledge Hard Labor Creek State Park 5 Hard Labor Creek Rd., 706-557-3001, 800-8647275, georgiastateparks.org/ hardlaborcreek Campgrounds & RV Parks bishoP Pine Lake RV Campground 5540 High Shoals Rd., 706769-5486, pinelakervcamp. com/home ConyeRs Georgia International Horse Park 1996 Centennial Olympic Pkwy., 770-860-4190, 800-266-9377, georgiahorsepark.com eaTonTon Lawrence Shoals Campground 123 Wallace Dam Rd., 706-4855494, georgiapower.com Oconee Springs Park 109 S. Spring Rd. SE, 706-485-8423, putnamcountyga.us foRsyTh Forsyth KOA 414 S. Frontage Rd., 478-994-2019, 800-5628614, koa.com jaCKson High Falls State Park 76 High Falls Park Dr., 478-993-3053, 800-864-7275, georgiastateparks.org/highfalls julieTTe Dames Ferry Park at Lake Juliette 9546 Hwy. 87, 478994-7945, georgiapower.com Madison Country Boys RV Park Madison 2750 Eatonton Rd., 706-342-1799, 888-742-1799, countryboysrv.com Milledgeville Scenic Mountain RV Park & Campground 2686 Irwinton Rd., 478-454-1013, scenicmountainrv.com PeRRy Fair Harbor RV Park & Campground 515 Marshallville Rd., 478-988-8844, 877-9888844, fairharborrvpark.com ExplorEgEorgia.org 119 HISTORIC HIGH COUNTRY Georgia's Historic High Country region is an ideal destination for history buffs, as the region boasts Civil War landmarks, Native American sites, and the Blue Ridge Scenic Railway, which takes visitors on a twenty-six-mile round trip though this ruggedly beautiful part of the state. Thrill seekers will discover high-flying adventures such as hang gliding and zip lining in the shadow of the majestic Appalachian Mountains. { A B OV E: C H I C K A M A U G A B AT T L E F I E L D, F O RT O G L ET H O R P E } CHICKAMAUGA BATTLEFIELD GDED OAK RIDGE BOYS MILL TOWN MUSIC HALL WEDDING BANDS ISTOCK COM BLUE RIDGE MOUNTAINS WINE AND JAZZ FESTIVAL Mill Town Music Hall This Bremen music venue is West Georgia's largest, holding more than 1,000 fans who come to hear popular performers such as Amy Grant, the Charlie Daniels Band, and Lore a Lynn. Guided tours are available during regular box office hours. MUSICAL NOTES Ringgold Wedding Walk When Dolly Parton and Tammy Wyne e were goin' to the chapel--and quickly--they headed to Ringgold. That's because lovestruck couples can get a license and tie the knot the same day here. Nearly 3,000 people are married in Ringgold each year; commemorative markers downtown tell the amorous story. Blue Ridge Mountains Wine & Jazz Festival Sip fine wines (many of them local) and listen to the smooth sounds of live jazz at this May 9 festival in Blue Ridge. Bring a lawn chair or a blanket to relax in this glorious outdoor se ing, and don't miss the locally made food from a variety of vendors. 12 0 GEORGIA ON MY MIND CHIEF JAMES VANN HOUSE GEORGIA DNR ETOWAH MOUNDS HISTORIC SITE G D E D WAT E R W H E E L B E R RY CO L L EG E C LO U D L A N D CA N YO N CO DY B RYA N T HISTORIC HIGH COUNTRY Discover Native American Cultures By Sam Boykin Chief James Vann House, Chatsworth A must-see destination for history buffs, Georgia's Historic High Country region offers visitors a fascinating glimpse into the lives of the early Native Americans who settled in this area. Tour a dozen original and reconstructed buildings at the New Echota Historic Site in Calhoun, one of the most significant Cherokee Indian sites in the nation. New Echota served as the Cherokee capital from 1825 until 1838 and marks the starting point of the Trail of Tears, during which the Cherokee Nation was forced West by state and federal troops. Highlights at the site include a courthouse, an 1805 store, and a print shop where settlers developed the first Indian language newspaper. Etowah Indian Mounds Historic Site, Cartersville In Chatsworth, get an up-close look at one of the Cherokee Nation's most elegant and best-preserved homes, the Chief James Vann House. Vann, a Cherokee Indian leader and wealthy businessman, built this beautiful two-anda-half-story brick home in 1804 on his 1,000-acre planation. The structure is decorated with ornate hand carvings, a cantilevered stairway, fine antiques, and a twelve-foot mantel. You can experience a far more primitive cultural setting at the Etowah Indian Mounds Historic Site in Cartersville. This fifty-four-acre site along the Etowah River features six earthen mounds and the location of a former village where thousands of Native Americans lived from 1000 to 1550 A.D. Artifacts in the museum include decorative and ritualistic shell beads, feathers, copper ear ornaments, and hand-carved stone effigies. WORD OF MOUTH "Had a great day of hiking and exploring #CloudlandCanyon yesterday. #ExploreGeorgia" CODYBDOTCO (VIA TWITTER) GET THE SHOT Don't miss out on these amazing local photo ops! 1. Water Wheel at Berry College Spanning fortytwo feet in diameter, this is one of the largest water wheels in the world. Snap a shot of this historic structure at Berry College in Rome. 2. Burnt Mountain Overlook On a clear day, you can see seventy miles to Atlanta from this stunning overlook in Jasper, perfect for photographing the Southern Appalachian landscape. 3. Chickamauga Battlefield Filled with Civil War cannons and monuments dedicated to soldiers who fought in the famous ba le, each section of this Fort Oglethorpe park is worthy of a photo. EXPLOREGEORGIA.ORG 121 HISTORIC HIGH COUNTRY MARK YOUR CALENDAR March 26, 2016 Don't just gather Easter eggs in your backyard--travel along the Blue Ridge Scenic Railway on the Easter Egg-spress train and collect colorful eggs at stops along the way. You can even snap a family photo with the Easter bunny! Feb. 13, 2016 Winter is hot in Blue Ridge during the sixth annual Fire and Ice Festival. Check out ice-sculpting demonstrations (kids can have their names carved into frozen blocks!), warm up with samples from the chili cookoff, and enjoy live music along the Blue Ridge Scenic Railway. April 16, 2016 And they're off! Watch your favorite horses compete during Atlanta Steeplechase in Rome. Arrive in your most outlandish hat--the best ones will earn prizes. Don't miss the marching Budweiser Clydesdales, bagpipers, and massive post-race party. May 2829, 2016 During the 1890s Day Jamboree, the town of Ringgold swells from 3,500 people to more than 20,000. A Memorial Day Weekend tradition for more than forty years, the event includes gospel performances, dance and fiddle contests, parades, a beauty pageant, a classic car show, and fireworks. June 2425, 2016 Celebrate the Father of Gospel Music in his birthplace of Villa Rica during the Thomas A. Dorsey Festival. Featuring live music--from gospel to jazz to blues--the event is capped with a spectacular fireworks show. Oct. 89 & 1516, 2016 What could be sweeter than visiting the forty-fi h annual Georgia Apple Festival in Ellijay? Here you'll find twenty-two apple varieties ripe for picking, more than 300 vendors selling a range of arts and cra s, an antique car show, and parades. July 1517, 2016 Cra ers come from all over Georgia to be a part of the Homespun Festival, held at Seaborn Jones Park in Rockmart. Purchase handmade cra s and enjoy live entertainment while chowing down on food from a wide variety of vendors. Nov. 1415, 2016 What pairs well with wine? Art, of course. Enjoy them both during the Woodstock Arts and Wine Festival. Peruse the works of more than seventy regional artists while you sample from a selection of thirty wines. You'll also enjoy live music while children play in the interactive kids area. Sept. 1618, 2016 Art lovers flock to the Creative Arts Guild Festival in Dalton, filled with fine arts and cra s shops, gallery exhibits from regional and national artists, live music and dancing, plus kids activities for budding Picassos. Dec. 31, 2016 Ring in the New Year in Tallapoosa, where a stuffed possum (yes, a stuffed possum) named Spencer is lowered to the ground amidst fireworks and live music. So popular is the event, it's the largest New Year's Eve celebration in west Georgia. 12 2 GEORGIA ON MY MIND Cloudland Canyon State Park, Rising Fawn Pick Your Adventure By Sam Boykin Ever get the urge to destroy something? Then head to Morganton, where you can crush and flatten cars from behind the controls of a seventeen-ton, armor-plated tank. At Tank Town USA, known as the "ultimate heavy-equipment playground," you can not only drive powerful hulks of steel, but also operate a mammoth excavator to dig up mounds of earth. It's the perfect spot to wreak some stress-relieving mayhem within a safe and controlled environment. If you prefer a scenic, leisurely stroll to motorized destruction, then the Silver Comet Trail is for you. Built along an abandoned rail line, this 61.5-mile paved trail is ideal for walkers, bicyclists, and rollerbladers. The Silver Comet starts at the Mavell Road Trailhead in Smyrna and winds through three counties before it ends at remote and quiet Esom Hill Trailhead near Cedartown. Cloudland Canyon State Park is another great hiking destination with a bounty of other recreational activities. Located in Rising Fawn next to Lookout Mountain, the park has elevation changes from 800 to 1,980 feet and trails that lead to two waterfalls. After you're done hiking, explore area caves (Georgia Girl Guides offers trips), navigate some thirty miles of mountain bike trails, or play a round of disc golf. For less earthbound recreation, try one of the area's zip line attractions, such as Historic Banning Mills Resort. At this 1,200-acre retreat situated in a hidden gorge along Snake Creek, you can soar along the world's longest continuous zip line course at speeds of up to 60 miles per hour. Next, scale a 140-foot climbing wall or trek along the 600-foot-long Sky Bridge that stretches across Snake Creek. SIXTH ANNUAL FIRE AND ICE FESTIVAL EASTER BASKET ISTOCK COM ATLANTA STEEPLECHASE FIDDLE ISTOCK COM GIRL APPLES ISTOCK COM WOODSTOCK ARTS AND WINE FESTIVAL CLOUDLAND CANYON STATE PARK GEORGIA GIRL GUIDES HISTORIC HIGH COUNTRY Oenophiles take note: Georgia's Historic High Country region boasts a number of popular vineyards worth visiting. Tour the five wineries that make up Ellijay Wine Country (Cartecay Vineyards, Chateau Meichtry, Fainting Goat Vineyards and Winery, Ellijay River Vineyards, and Engelheim Vineyards). Then, continue along the North Georgia Farm Trail to Mercier Orchards in Blue Ridge, which specializes in apple and peach wines, before stopping at Serenberry Vineyards (pictured) in Morganton. SECRET LANDMARKS This vibrant Coca-Cola wall advertisement in Cartersville just so happens to be the first such ad in the world, painted in 1894 by Coca-Cola salesman James Couden. A er checking it out, swing by Young Brothers Pharmacy for a Coke of your own. Tellus Museum, Cartersville Lake Winnie, Rossville KIDS CORNER Euharlee Creek, Euharlee Lilly Pad Village, Blue Ridge Tellus Museum Dig for fossils, learn how electricity works, and hunt for treasure with your very own map at Cartersville's Tellus Museum, the largest science museum in the state. While you're here, don't miss the massive Tyrannosaurus rex fossil or the state-of-the-art planetarium. Lake Winnepesaukah Amusement Park For more than ninety years, "Lake Winnie" Amusement Park in Rossville has entertained families with a ractions such as a classic carousel, a flying elephant ride, and heartpounding roller coasters. A er hours of thrills, cool off in SOAKya Water Park. Tubing on Euharlee Creek Glide with your family down gentle Euharlee Creek in historic Euharlee, ending your journey a er you pass beneath the famous Euharlee Covered Bridge, one of the loveliest such bridges in the region. Tube rentals, drop-offs, and pickups are available through Euharlee Creek Outfi ers. Lilly Pad Village Family entertainment abounds at this popular Blue Ridge destination. Mine for gems, take a guided hike, play a round of mini golf, or fish in the half-acre pond. A er you've worked up an appetite, enjoy lunch at the picnic tables. Pets are welcome too! EXPLOREGEORGIA.ORG 12 3 SERENBERRY V INEYARDS COCA COLA S IGN LAUREN RUB INST EIN TELLUS MUSEUM TONSMEIRE LAKE WINNIE EUHARLEE CREEK LILLY PAD VILLAGE H I STO R I C H I G H C O U NT RY AT T R A CT I O N S Lookout Mountain Rossville Cohutta Wildwood Fort Oglethorpe McCaysville Lake Blue 59 Ringgold Trenton Chickamauga Tunnel Crandall Hill Blue Ridge Ridge 76 Morganton Rock Spring Cherry Log Rising 27 Dalton Chatsworth Ellijay Fawn LaFayette 75 76 Carter's East Ellijay Resaca Lake Talking Cloudland Calhoun Summerville HISTORIC HIGH Oakman Rock Big 411 Jasper Canoe Fairmount Tate Nelson COUNTRY Adairsville Waleska Ball Cassville White 575 Ground Rome Kingston Lake Canton Cartersville Allatoona Cave Spring 411 75 Woodstock Cedartown Emerson 278 Rockmart 278 Dallas 27 Hiram Buchanan Villa Tallapoosa 78 78 Rica Bremen 20 Waco Carrollton ALT 27 Whitesburg Roopville AT T R A C T I O N S Adairsville SpringBank Plantation Georgia's premier quail and pheasant hunting preserve in the foothills of the North Georgia mountains. 597 Barnsley Gardens Rd., 770-773-7480, 877-773-2447, springbankplantation.com Ball Ground Gibbs Gardens 220 acres of gardens, with 20 million daffodils, a Japanese garden, waterlily gardens, thousands of daylilies and roses. 1987 Gibbs Dr., 770-893-1881, gibbsgardens. com Blue Ridge The Blue Ridge Canopy Adventure Where treetop adventure meets pure adrenaline. A unique opportunity for adventure seekers young and old alike. 319 Hells Hollow Rd., 706-946-1010, theblueridgecanopyadventure.com Blue Ridge Fly-Fishing Guided year-round fly-fishing trips for all skill levels. No experience necessary. Equipment provided, or use your own gear. 490 E. Main St., 706-258-4080, blueridgeflyfi shing.com Blue Ridge Fly-Fishing & Canoe Guides Full and half-day fishing trips for mountain trout are available. Also enjoy boating, skiing, ra ing, tubing, and more. 152 Orvin Lance Dr., 706-632-5680, 800-899-6867, blueridgemountains.com/ boating_and_fishing.html Blue Ridge Mountain Trail Rides at Hells Hollow Connect with our animals at all levels, from pure novice to expert. Offers horseback riding, pony rides, and nature trails. 319 Hells Hollow Rd., 706-408-7433, blueridgemountaintrailridesathellshollow.com Blue Ridge Mountains Arts Association and Art Center See more than 2,500 varied artworks on display, and attend Arts in the Park events each spring and fall. 420 W. Main St., 706-632-2144, blueridgearts.net Blue Ridge Scenic Railway Ride the restored train on a four-hour, 26-mile roundtrip route along the Toccoa River, stopping in McCaysville. 241 Depot St., 877-413-8724, brscenic.com The Fly Shop Company of Blue Ridge This outfi er offers guiding services, fishing equipment, and everything you will need to get out on the water and fish. 1408 Appalachian Hwy., 706-9465555, dryflyeroutfi ers.com Get Hooked Fishing Guides Fish for trout, bass, and more with experienced guides in the Toccoa River, Blue Ridge Lake, and area streams. 1512 Appalachian Hwy., 706-6338484, gethookedfishingguides.com Jon Ron Toccoa River Outfi ers Enjoy exclusive river trips and other hosted tours, complete with kayak or canoe rentals. 15 Black Ankle Creek Rd., 706-838-0200, jonrontro.com The Lilly Pad Village Miniature golf on the mountain, gem mining, fishing, guided hikes, and eclectic gi shop in a picturesque mountain se ing. 24 Adelaide Dr., 706-534-1317, lillypadvillage.com Mercier Orchards Family-owned and -operated orchard and retail store with more than 20 varieties of apples, plus berries, peaches, and cider. 8660 Blue Ridge Dr., 706-632-3411, 800-3617731, mercier-orchards.com Noontootla Creek Farms Go fly-fishing for trophy trout with a guide year-round on Noontootla Creek. Guided quail and pheasant hunts also available. 3668 Newport Rd., 706-838-0585, ncfga.net North Georgia Farm Trail Follow the trail to U-pick farms, farm-to-table restaurants, wineries and breweries, and family-friendly events. 152 Orvin Lance Dr., 706-6325680, gafarmtrail.com SharperBites Fly-fish with a guide on the Toccoa headwaters in Suches. All equipment is provided, and gourmet lunches can be arranged.54 Staurolite Rd., 706-632-7051, sharperbites. com Upper River Adventures Fish a one-of-a-kind trophy trout stream with private water and guides for all skill levels. Lessons and equipment provided. 81 Li le Creek Crossing, 706455-5640, 800-206-8024, flyfishblueridge.com Zip Line Canopy Tours of Blue Ridge Experience the mountains from the treetops on a zip line course designed to be one of the most adventurous in the industry. 891 Old Cashes Valley Rd., 800-2514800, zipblueridge.com Calhoun Payne Farm & Produce Visit this farmers market offering locally grown and pick-your-own produce, as well as seasonal events and activities. 204 Salem Rd., 770878-2005, paynefarmandproduce.com Carrollton Carrollton Historic City Cemetery Many of Carroll County's best stories are here in the Historic City Cemetery. A free self-guided tour brochure is available. U.S. Hwy. 27 and Alabama St., 770-832-1161, 800292-0871, visitcarrollton.com Cartersville Allatoona Lake Visitor Center & Museum Visit the 12,000-acre lake for hiking, camping, and boating. Visitor center explains regional history and natural resources. 1138 State Rt. 20 Spur NE, 678-721-6700, roadsidegeorgia.com/site/ allatoonavisitors.html Bartow History Museum Tells the story of Bartow County from early 1800s to present through people, industry, events, and more. 4 E. Church St., 770-387-2774, bartowhistorymuseum.org Booth Western Art Museum See America's story through contemporary Western and Civil War art, presidential le ers, Native American artifacts, and more. 501 Museum Dr., 770-387-1300, boothmuseum.org Etowah Indian Mounds State Historic Site This 54-acre Native American site contains six earthen mounds, a plaza, village area, borrow pits, and defensive ditch. 813 Indian Mounds Rd., 770-387-3747, georgiastateparks.org/etowahmounds Booth Western Art Museum, Cartersville 12 4 GEORGIA ON MY MIND BOOTH WESTERN ART MUSEUM 12 6 GEORGIA ON MY MIND H I STO R I C H I G H C O U N TRY AT TRACTI O N S VISITOR RESOURCES DESTINATION MARKETING ORGANIZATIONS: Call or email these professional resources when dreaming, planning, and booking your next Georgia vacation. *Cartersville-Bartow County Convention and Visitors Bureau & Visitor Information Center 5450 State Route 20, Cartersville, GA 30121, 770.387.1357, visitcartersvillega.org *Catoosa County Chamber of Commerce and Visitor Information Center 264 Catoosa Circle, Ringgold, GA 30736, 706.965.5201, catoosachamberofcommerce.com Carrollton Area Convention and Visitors Bureau 770.214.9746, 800.292.0871, visitcarrollton.com *Chatsworth-Murray County Chamber of Commerce 126 N. Third Avenue, Chatsworth, GA 30705, 706.695.6060, murraycountychamber.org Cha ooga County Chamber 706.857.4033, cha oogacounty.org Cherokee County Chamber 770. 345.0400, destinationcherokee. com City of Chickamauga 706.375.4728, cityofchickamauga.org *Dade County Chamber of Commerce and Welcome Center 111 Railway Lane, Trenton, GA 30752, 706.657.4488, 877.871.1386, dadechamber.com *Dalton Area Convention and Visitors Bureau 305 S. Depot Street, Dalton, GA 30720, 706.270.9960, 800.331.3258, visitdaltonga.com *Fannin County Chamber & Visitors Bureau 152 Orvin Lance Drive, Blue Ridge, GA 30513, 706.632.5680, 800.899.MTNS, blueridgemountains.com Fort Oglethorpe Tourism Association at 6th Cavalry Museum 706.861.2860, facebook.com/ fortotourism *Gilmer County Chamber and Visitor Information Center 368 Craig St., Ste. 4, East Ellijay, GA 30540, 706.635.7400, gilmerchamber.com *Gordon County Convention and Visitors Bureau 300 S. Wall Street, Calhoun, GA 30701, 706.625.3200, 800.887.3811, exploregordoncounty.com Haralson County Chamber 770.630.8946, visitharalson.org *Pickens County Chamber of Commerce 500 Stegall Drive, Jasper, GA 30143, 706.692.5600, pickenschamber.com Paulding County Chamber 706.635.7400, pauldingchamber. org Polk County Chamber at Rockmart 770.684.8760, polkgeorgia. com Polk County Chamber at Cedartown 770.684.8760, polkgeorgia. com Ringgold Convention and Visitors Bureau 706.935.3061, cityofringgold.com Rome Convention and Visitors Bureau 706.295.5576, 800.444.1834, romegeorgia.org Villa Rica Tourism Bureau 678.840.1212, villaricatourism.com *Walker County Chamber of Commerce 706.375.7702, walkercochamber.com *Woodstock Convention and Visitors Bureau & Visitors Center at Historic Dean's Store 8588 Main St., Woodstock, GA 30188, 770.924.0406, whatsupwoodstock.com GEORGIA VISITOR INFORMATION CENTERS Located at Georgia's Interstate 75 (Ringgold) and Interstate 20 (Tallapoosa) gateways, stop here for Georgia travel information. Ringgold 2726 I-75 South, Ringgold, GA 30736, 706.937.4211 Tallapoosa I-20 East, GA/AL Line, Tallapoosa, GA 30176, 770.574.2621 *When you're here and need more information, these include a certified Regional Visitor Information Center that have staff trained to help. They can also make recommendations about walking tours, restaurants, and more. Noble Hill-Wheeler Memorial Center Browse black history exhibits in this first school in northwest Georgia constructed specifically to educate black children. 2361 Frank Harris Pkwy., 770-382-3392, visitcartersvillega.org/a ractions/ noble-hill-wheeler-memorialcenter.aspx Red Top Mountain State Park On Lake Allatoona, this park has a seasonal beach, boating, fishing, hiking trails, and a reconstructed 1860s homestead. 50 Lodge Rd., 770-975-4226, 800-864-7275, georgiastateparks.org/redtopmountain Tellus Science Museum A world-class museum devoted to dinosaurs, rockets, gems, minerals, vintage cars, a planetarium, and more. 100 Tellus Dr., 770606-5700, tellusmuseum.org Terminus Wake Park Everyone from beginners to pros can enjoy wakeboarding and waterskiing without a boat at this unique water park. 171 LakePoint Pkwy., 470-315-0155, terminuswakepark.com Cedartown Highland Park Off-Road Riding Resort Ride mountain bikes and hike on maintained trails with five levels of difficulty. Also ride PeeWee and 2.3-mile long MXGP tracks. 1501 Culp Lake Rd., 770-748-0771, highlandparkresort.com Skydive Georgia Go on a tandem skydive with experienced professionals and get a video and pictures of your experience. 493 Airport Rd., 678-813-5860, 800-505-5867, skydivegeorgia.com Chatsworth Cold Creek Growlers Stop in for wine and beer tastings seven days a week, and to find local flavors you're sure to enjoy. 3503 Hwy. 411 N, Ste. 106A, 678841-9870, coldcreekgrowlers.com Fort Mountain State Park Hikers, mountain bikers, and horseback riders will find some of the most beautiful trails in Georgia at this mountain getaway. 181 Fort Mountain Park Rd., 706-4221932, 800-864-7275, georgiastateparks.org/fortmountain Cherry Log Adventure Trail Rides Enjoy the scenery from gentle horses on guided trips through Cashes Valley. For beginners or experienced riders. 933 Cashes Valley Rd., 706-258-2276, adventuretrailrides.com Dalton Civil War Driving Tour War Comes to Dalton Highlights the opening action of Sherman's Campaign in Whitfield County. For sale in the Dalton Freight Depot Welcome Center. 305 S. Depot St., 706-876-1571, dalton150th.com Ellijay B.J. Reece Orchards Pick your own apples and pumpkins, take a hayride, pet the animals, and shop the farm market for fresh produce and fried pies. 9131 Hwy. 52 E, 706-276-3048, reeceorchards.com AT T R A CT I O N S H I STO R I C H I G H C O U N TRY Cartecay River Experience Whitewater fun for everyone with kayak and tube rentals. Always open. Have an adventure or just relax on the Cartecay. 1554 Lower Cartecay Rd., 706531-4746, cartecayriverexperience.com Cartecay Vineyards Cartecay Vineyards is Georgia's newest tasting room located in Ellijay. Turn-of-the-century tasting barn and chimney patio. 5704 Clear Creek Rd., 706-698-9463, cartecayvineyards.com Hillcrest Orchards U-pick apples, pe ing farm, wagon rides, giant slide, pig races, milk a cow, apple pies, doughnuts, fri ers. 9696 Hwy. 52 E, 706-2733838, hillcrestorchards.net Mountain Valley Farm and Store See farm animals and shop for grass-fed dry aged beef, freerange heritage pork, fresh eggs, handmade cheeses, and more. 2021 Homer Wright Rd., 706-8890999, grassfedgeorgia.com Mulberry Gap Mountain Bike Get-A-Way Get to know some of the best mountain bike trails in North Georgia on multi-day guided tours, including shu les and meals. 400 Mulberry Gap Rd., 706-698-2865, mulberrygap.com R & A Orchards Apple house open year-round with bakery and restaurant. Upick and farm tours Sept. Other tours by appointment. 5505 Hwy. 52 E, 706-273-3821, randaorchards.com Red Apple Barn Pick apples, pumpkins, and flowers, play games, or have a picnic. Apple Barn farm store is open August to December. 3379 Tails Creek Rd., 706-635-5898, redapplebarn.com The Tater Patch Farm Pick vegetables and unearth potatoes at the farm. Offers hayrides, food, games, and a place to relax by the river. 5390 Big Creek Rd., 706-273-9749 Emerson Payne Po ery See a daily working studio and gallery dedicated to the tradition of art po ery, including utilitarian and folk art pieces. 97 "Old" Old Alabama Rd., 770-386-8987, paynepo ery.com Euharlee Euharlee Creek Outfi ers, LLC Enjoy the Euharlee Creek and Etowah River. Kayak, canoe, and tube rentals include shu le service to and from the water. 102 Covered Bridge Rd. SW, 770-607-1846, euharleecreekoutfi ers.com Fairmount Moto Mountain ATV Park Moto Mountain Park's ATV riding trails have been rated as the "Best in Georgia." Plus zip lines, sky cabins, and sky tents. 12878 Hwy. 53 W, 706-337-5590, motomountainpark.com Fort Oglethorpe 6th Cavalry Museum Preserves the rich military history of the "Fighting Sixth" Cavalry, U.S. Army Post and Third WAC Training Center 1902-1946. 6 Barnhardt Cir., 706-861-2860, 6thcavalrymuseum.org Chickamauga & Cha anooga National Military Park The nation's oldest National Military Park has Civil War commemorative monuments, an orientation video, and driving tour. 3370 LaFaye e Rd., 706-866-9241, nps.gov/chch The History Company/ Southeast Veterans Museum See more than 100 uniforms from the Civil War to Afghanistan on display and shop for military surplus items. 2949 Lafaye e Rd., 423-290-6639, thehistorycompany.net Jasper Seventy-Four Ranch Get close to nature, ride, fish, learn to rope, shoot, stargaze, or sit by the campfire at this working ca le ranch. 9205 Hwy. 53 W, 706-692-0123, seventyfourranch. com Lookout Mountain Rock City Gardens A woodland path leads visitors past rock formations, caves and lush gardens, with more than 400 species of native plants. 1400 Pa en Rd., 706-820-2531, 800854-0675, seerockcity.com McCaysville Mountain View Orchards Apples grown in the North Georgia mountains at an old-fashioned orchard. Aug.-Jan. Restaurant open year-round. 2984 Mobile Rd., 706-492-7753 Rolling Thunder River Company Enjoy whitewater ra ing on the Ocoee and Nantahala rivers, as well as tubing on the Toccoa. April through October. 20 Hughes St., 800-408-7238, rollingthunderriverco.com/rollingthunder-river-lodging.cfm Toccoa River Adventures Canoe, funyak, ra , or tube down the Toccoa and Ocoee rivers for a half or full day. Guided trout fishing trips. 340 Toccoa Ave., 706-492-5280, toccoariveradventures.com CHATTANOOGA CVB Rock City Gardens, Lookout Mountain Rossville, GA 1-877-LAKEWIN (525-3946) www.lakewinnie.com EXPLOREGEORGIA.ORG 127 Historic High Country Each Season, a New Reason! Listed as one of the "Natural Wonders Across America" AOL Travel Editor's Pick "12 Ultimate Trips for Kids" Southern Living Georgias Rome "One of America's Top 101 places to visit" National Geographic, USA 101 RomeGeorgia.org | 800-444-1834 Historic High Country DISCOVER COWBOYS & INDIANS ONLY IN CARTERSVILLE... VisitCartersvilleGA.org A REAL GEORGIA GEM! 770.387.1357 H I STO R I C H I G H C O U N TRY AT TRACTI O N S Let us surprise you! Located just 45-minutes west of Atlanta, a visit to Haralson County--home of the Mill Town Music Hall--is perfect for a day trip or weekend getaway. visitharalson.org 770.630.8946 Morganton Lake Blue Ridge Outfi ers This outfi er offers guided tours, rental gear, and fishing lessons. For a fun day out on the lake, take the whole family. 12166 Morganton Hwy., 706-900-4004, lakeblueridgeoutfi ers.com Tank Town USA Tank Town USA is a heavy equipment playground where you can drive a military tank, military trucks, or construction equipment. 10408 Appalachian Hwy., 706-6336072, tanktownusa.com Ringgold The Georgia Winery Enjoy complimentary wine tasting, a winery tour, vineyard views, unique gi s, and more at Georgia's First Farm Winery. 6469 Ba lefield Pkwy., 706-937-9463, georgiawines.com Rising Fawn Cloudland Canyon State Park Explore the gorge on trails and overlooks; see waterfalls at the bo om. Disc golf, tennis, and cave tours are available. 122 Cloudland Canyon Park, 706-657-4050, 800-864-7275, georgiastateparks.org/cloudlandcanyon Georgia Girl Guides Offers wild cave tours, educational programs, and guided hikes in the North Georgia mountains. 122 Cloudland Canyon Park Rd., 706-913-7170, georgiagirlguides.com Lookout Mountain Flight Park Hang-gliding lessons and tandem flights with certified instructors at 1,340-foot McCarty's Bluff. Open year-round. 7201 Scenic Hwy., 706-398-3541, 800-6885637, hanglide.com Rockmart Rockmart Historical Museum Find artifacts from the town's early Welsh se lers, slate mining industry, Goodyear Mill, and more in this historic building. 133 S. Marble St., 770-684-8356 Silver Comet Trail This rails-to-trails path connects Atlanta to the Alabama state line, and is accessible from downtown Rockmart and Cedartown. 133 S. Marble St., 770-684-8760, pathfoundation. org/trails/silver-comet Skydive Spaceland Atlanta Experience the thrill of skydiving with the comfort of an expert guide. Open daily. Spectators welcome. 1195 Grady Rd., 770748-2200, atlanta.skydivespaceland.com Rock Spring Raulston Acres Christmas Tree Farm Choose and cut your own Christmas tree, and enjoy hot apple cider, hot chocolate, and hayrides. 2572 Hwy. 95, 706-7646111, raulstonacres.gacta.com Oak Hill & The Martha Berry Museum, Rome Rome Between the Rivers Historic District Explore Rome's historic district, featuring Victorian architecture and the City Clocktower. Audio tour at the Visitor Center. Downtown Rome, 706-295-5576, 800-444-1834, romegeorgia.org/ a raction/rivers-historic-districtdowntown-rome Daredevil Ziplines Exhilarating ziplines with various degrees of challenge for everyone from beginners to experienced enthusiasts. 4338 Cave Spring Rd. SW, 706-235-1677, 855-638-1687, daredevilziplines. com Myrtle Hill Cemetery More than 22,000 Romans are buried in this six-tiered cemetery, including more than 300 Civil War soldiers. 20 Myrtle St., 800444-1834, romegeorgia.org/ a raction/myrtle-hill-cemetery Oak Hill & The Martha Berry Museum Tour the Greek Revival mansion and gardens of Martha Berry, founder of Berry College. Art collection and memorabilia. 24 Veterans Memorial Hwy., 706368-6789, 800-220-5504, berry. edu/oakhill River Dog Paddle Co. Drop by the shop for stand-up paddleboarding (SUP) gear, accessories, and surf-style apparel. Rentals are available. 5 Broad St., 706-512-5107, 800-444-1834, riverdogpaddleco.com Rome Braves Baseball The Class A Minor League Affiliate of the Atlanta Braves play in State Mutual Stadium in Rome. Check website for schedule. State Mutual Stadium, 755 Braves Blvd., 706-368-9388, romebraves.com Rome-Floyd E.C.O. Center A local river education center highlighting flora and fauna native to northwest Georgia with interactive displays. Ridge Ferry Park, 393 Riverside Pkwy., 706-6226432, romeecocenter.com Rossville Lake Winnepesaukah Amusement Park and SoakYa Water Park Ride more than 40 rides and enjoy paddleboats, mini-golf, and games. Free concerts by top artists; concessions available. 1730 Lakeview Dr., 706-866-5681, 877-525-3946, lakewinnie.com Summerville Howard Finster's Paradise Garden Visitors are welcome to stroll the garden of artistic works by renowned folk artist Howard Finster Wednesday through Sunday. 200 N. Lewis St., 706808-0800, paradisegardenfoundation.org James H. (Sloppy) Floyd State Park This quiet park offers fishing on two stocked lakes, boat rentals, hiking trails, and two playgrounds. 2800 Sloppy Floyd Lake Rd., 706-857-0826, 800864-7275, georgiastateparks.org/ jameshfl oyd Talking Rock Chateau Meichtry Family Vineyard & Winery Visit this family-owned vineyard and enjoy wine, scenery, and live music entertainment on weekends. 1862 Orchard Ln., 706-5021608, chateaumeichtry.com Tallapoosa Bud Jones Taxidermy and Wildlife Museum This museum includes exotic animal mounts and an extensive fossil collection. View the taxidermy process in action. 359 Hwy. 120 E, 770-574-7480, bjonestaxidermy.com Dogwood City Art Gallery See the best works of new and established fine artists working in varied media, including sculpture, glass, and ceramics. 14 W. Alabama St., 770-574-2822, dogwoodcityartgallery.com 13 0 GEORGIA ON MY MIND GREATER ROME CVB Veterans Memorial and Medal of Honor Park Solemnly dedicated to America's finest, the sites include the Wall of Tears, the Medal of Honor Fountain, and a 9/11 memorial. Hwy. 100 at Robertson Ave., 678-416-1401, visitharalson.org/history-and-heritage-here West Georgia Museum Experience a "flashback" to the late 1800s. This museum contains exhibits of mock stores highlighting local history. 185 Mann St., 770-574-3125, westgeorgiamuseum.com Tunnel Hill Historic Western & Atlantic Railroad Tunnel & Museum Walk through the first major railroad tunnel in the South and witness to the 1862 Great Locomotive Chase. 215 Clisby Austin Rd., 706-876-1571, 800-331-3258, tunnelhillheritagecenter.com Villa Rica Pine Mountain Gold Museum & Scenic Railroad at Stockmar Park Visit Georgia's only gold museum located on the site of an actual gold strike and an authentic 19th-century gold stamp mill. 1881 Stockmar Rd., 770-459-8455, 866-514-6536, pinemountaingoldmuseum.com Waleska Funk Heritage Center of Reinhardt University Georgia's official frontier and Southeastern Indian interpretive center on the campus of Reinhardt University. 7300 Reinhardt Cir., 770-720-5970, reinhardt.edu/funkheritage Whitesburg Historic Banning Mills Screaming Eagle Eco Zip Line Canopy Tours World's largest and safest zip line canopy tour with more than 10 miles of course and a Guinness World Record. 205 Horseshoe Dam Rd., 770-834-9149, historicbanningmills. com Woodstock Berry Patch Farms Pick your own blueberries, pumpkins, and Christmas trees. Bring the family for a hayride and visit the barnyard. 786 Arnold Mill Rd., 770-926-0561, berrypatchfarms.ne City of Ringgold AT TRACTI O N S H I STO R I C H I G H C O U N TRY Pine Mountain Gold Museum & Scenic Railroad at Stockmar Park, Villa Rica GDED Located just off exit 345 Antique Heaven (featured on Great American Country) Canoe Launch Nature Trails Many local eateries Historic Civil War Location 706.935.3061 www.cityofringgold.com Built in 1849, rich in history, and still building memories. THE PERFECT LOCATION FOR: 706.935.3061 www.cityofringgold.com EXPLOREGEORGIA.ORG 131 H I STO R I C H I G H C O U NT RY W H E R E TO SHTIASYTO R I C H I G H C O U N TRY WH E R E TO STAY Hotels & Motels ADAIRSVILLE Hampton Inn & Suites - Adairsville-Calhoun Area 101 Travelers Path, 770-773-3100, hamptoninn3. hilton.com Magnuson Hotel Countryside Inn 100 Georgia North Cir., 770-773-3900, magnusonhotels.com Quality Inn - Adairsville 107 Princeton Blvd., 770-7732886, 800-228-5150, qualityinn.com Ramada Limited - Adairsville 500 Georgia North Cir., 770-769-9726, 800-272-6232, ramada.com BLUE RIDGE Comfort Inn & Suites-Blue Ridge Georgia Hotel 83 Blue Ridge Overlook, 706-946-3333, 800-424-6423, comfortinnolueridge.com Douglas Inn & Suites 1192 Windy Ridge Rd., 706-2583600, douglasinnblueridge.com The Oyster Cast & Blast Inn 494 E. Main St., 706374-4239, oysterbamboo.com Reid Ridge Lodge 30 Overview Dr., 706-632-4444, reidridgelodge.com Serenity in the Mountains 59 McKinney Rd., 706-2582244, serenityinthemountains.com BREMEN Hampton Inn - Bremen I-20 (Carrollton Area) 28 Price Creek Rd., 770-537-9001, hamptoninn.hilton.com Holiday Inn Express & Suites - Bremen 125 Hwy. 27 Bypass, 770-537-3770, hiexpress.com Microtel Inn & Suites - Bremen 104 Price Creek Rd., 770-537-8000, microtelinn.com Quality Inn & Suites - Bremen 1077 Alabama Ave. S, 770-824-5105, 800-424-6423, qualityinn.com CALHOUN America's Best Inn - Calhoun 1438 Hwy. 41 N, 706-625-1511, americasbestinn.com Baymont Inn & Suites - Calhoun 189 Jameson St. SE, 706-6298133, 800-337-0550, baymontinns.com Country Inn & Suites by Carlson - Calhoun 1033 Fairmount Hwy. SE, 706-625-6500, countryinns. com Days Inn - Calhoun 915 Hwy. 53, 706-629-9501, daysinn.com Fairfield Inn & Suites - Calhoun 1002 GA Hwy. 53 E, 706-6298002, marrio .com Holiday Inn Express & Suites Calhoun 125 Hampton Dr. SE, 706629-8566, 888-465-4329, ihg.com La Quinta Inn - Calhoun 150 Cracker Barrel Dr., 706-629-2559, lq.com Motel 6 - Calhoun 742 U.S. Hwy. 53 SE, 706-629-8271, motel6.com Ramada - Calhoun 1204 Red Bud Rd. NE, 706-629-9207, 800-2726232, ramada.com Super 8 - Calhoun 115 Hampton Dr. SE, 706-629-0999, 800-4543213, super8.com CANTON Best Western Mountain Villa Inn & Suites-Canton 705 Transit Ave., 770-345-6800, bestwestern. com Days Inn - Canton 101 Juniper St., 770-479-0301, daysinn.com Econo Lodge Inn & Suites 138 Keith Dr., 770-345-1994, 800-4246423, econolodge.com Hampton Inn - Atlanta/Canton 710 Transit Ave., 770-345-7400, hamptoninn3.hilton.com Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites - Canton 713 Transit Ave., 770-479-7300, 800-972-2404, hiexpress.com C A R R O L LTO N Americas Best Value Inn & Suites - Carrollton 1111 Bankhead Hwy., 770-830-1000, americasbestvalueinn.com Courtyard by Marrio - Carrollton 180 Barnes Ave., 678-6645200, marrio .com Econo Lodge Inn & Suites Carrollton 160 Centennial Dr., 770-832-2611, econolodge.com Hampton Inn - Carrollton 102 S. Co age Hill Rd., 770-838-7722, hamptoninn3.hilton.com Holiday Inn Express - Carrollton 104 S. Co age Hill Rd., 770-8380508, hiexpress.com Quality Inn - Carrollton 700 S. Park St., 770-834-2600, 877-2426423, qualityinn.com Super 8 - Carrollton 901 S. Park St., 770-834-2001, super8.com CARTERSVILLE Americas Best Value Inn Cartersville 26 Hwy. 20 Spur, 770-386-3303, 888-315-2378, americasbestvalueinn.com Best Western Garden Inn & Suites - Cartersville 5663 Hwy. 20 NE, 770-386-1569, 888-551-1569, bestwesterncartersville.com Cartersville North Inn & Suites 11 Kent Dr., 770-386-9259, cartersvillenorthinn-suites.com Country Hearth Inn & Suites Cartersville 25 Carson Loop NW, 770-386-0700, countryhearthcartersville.com Country Inn & Suites by Carlson - Cartersville 43 Hwy. 20 Spur, 770-386-5888, 800-830-5222, countryinns.com Days Inn - Cartersville 5618 Hwy. 20 SE, 770-382-1824, 800-3252525, daysinn.com Econo Lodge - Cartersville 41 Hwy. 20 Spur SE, 770-382-8881, econolodge.com Fairfield Inn & Suites - Cartersville 20 Canyon Pkwy., 770-3870400, marrio .com Hampton Inn - Cartersville 5600 Hwy. 20 SE, 770-382-8999, 800426-7866, hamptoninn.hilton.com Hilton Garden Inn - Cartersville 24 Liberty Dr., 770-382-9787, hiltongardeninn3.hilton.com Knights Inn - Cartersville 420 E. Church St., 770-386-7263, 800447-0629, knightsinn.com Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham - Cartersville 1348 Joe Frank Harris Pkwy. SE, 678-605-9310, microtelinn.com Motel 6 - Cartersville 5657 Hwy. 20 NE, 770-386-1449, 800-8998941, motel6.com Quality Inn & Suites - Cartersville 2385 Aubrey Lake Rd., 770-382-7011, 800-424-6423, qualityinn.com Red Roof Inn - Cartersville 28 Hwy. 20 Spur, 770-387-1800, redroof.com Super 8 - Cartersville 45 Hwy. 20 Spur SE, 770-382-1515, super8.com CEDARTOWN Country Hearth Inn & Suites - Cedartown 925 N. Main St., 770749-9951, countryhearth.com The Oyster Cast & Blast Inn, Blue Ridge C H AT S WO RT H Key West Inn - Chatsworth 501 G.I. Maddox Pkwy., 706-517-1155, 800-833-0555, staykeywesthotels.com Murray Lodge - Chatsworth 412 Treadwell Rd., 706-517-9516, staylodgehotels.com Super 8 - Chatsworth/Dalton 613 S. Third Avenue, 706-6950850, super8.com CHICKAMAUGA General Bragg Inn & Suites 118 General Bushrod Johnson Ave., 706-375-7007, generalbragginn.com CRANDALL Cohu a Springs Conference Center 1175 Cohu a Springs Rd., 706-695-9093, 800-940-6789, cohu asprings.com DA LTO N Americas Best Value Inn & Suites 175 Waterfront Way, 706-277-9323, americasbestvalueinn.com Baymont Inn & Suites - Dalton 2106 Cha anooga Rd., 706-2265022, baymontinns.com Comfort Inn & Suites 905 W. Bridge Rd., 706-259-2583, comfortinn.com Country Inn & Suites by Carlson - Dalton 903 W. Bridge Rd., 706278-9700, countryinns.com Courtyard - Dalton 785 College Dr., 706-275-7215, 800-321-2211, marrio .com Days Inn - Dalton 1518 W. Walnut Ave., 706-278-0850, 800-3297466, daysinn.com Econo Lodge - Dalton 1507 N. Tibbs Rd., 706-226-9579, choicehotels.com Guest Inn - Dalton 2208 Chattanooga Rd., 706-226-4545, magnusonhotels.com Hampton Inn - Dalton 1000 Market St., 706-226-4333, hamptoninn3.hilton.com Holiday Inn Express & Suites - Dalton 865 Holiday Inn Dr., 706-217-6200, 888-465-4329, hiexpress.com THE OYSTER CAST & BLAST INN 13 2 GEORGIA ON MY MIND W H E R E TO STAY H I STO R I C H I G H C O U N TRY Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites - Dalton 879 College Dr., 706-529-6000, 888-465-4329, holidayinn.com Howard Johnson - Dalton 790 College Dr., 706-281-1880, 800526-3766, hojo.com La Quinta Inn & Suites - Dalton 715 College Dr., 706-272-9099, lq.com Motel 6 - Dalton 2200 Chattanooga Rd., 706-278-5522, 800466-8356, motel6.com Quality Inn - Dalton 875 College Dr., 706-278-0500, 800-899-9841, qualityinn.com Red Roof Inn - Dalton 1529 W. Walnut Ave., 706-226-1100, redroof.com EAST ELLIJAY Best Western Mountain View Inn 43 Coosawa ee Dr., 706-5151500, 866-515-4515, bwmountainviewinn.com Stratford Motor Inn 79 Maddox Cir., 706-276-1080, ellijaygeorgia. com/stratfordinn FORT OGLETHORPE Ba lefield Inn 2120 Lafaye e Rd., 706-866-0222, 888-848-0108, theba lefieldinn.com Super 8 - Fort Oglethorpe GA/ Cha anooga TN Area 2044 Lafaye e Rd., 706-861-1744, 800800-8000, the.super8.com JASPER Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham - Jasper 171 H. Mullins Ct., 706-299-5500, microtelinn.com LA FAY E T T E Americas Best Value Inn & Suites 2209 N. Main St., 706-639-9362, americasbestvalueinn.com Key West Inn - LaFaye e 2221 N. Main St., 706-638-8200, 800-8330555, keywestinn.net RINGGOLD Hampton Inn - Ringgold-Fort Oglethorpe 6875 Ba lefield Pkwy., 706-935-4800, hamptoninn3.hilton.com Holiday Inn Express-Ringgold 38 Vining Cir., 706-965-6500, 800465-4329, ihg.com Super 8 Motel - Ringgold 5400 Alabama Hwy., 706-965-7080, 800-800-8000, super8.com ROCKMART Econo Lodge Inn & Suites 2022 Etowah Dr., 678-757-1107, econolodge.com ROME Americas Best Value Inn - Rome 2973 Cedartown Hwy. SE, 706235-1717, americasbestvalueinn. com Best Western Executive Inn 217 Hwy. 411 E, 706-234-3161, 800-780-7234, bestwestern.com/ executiveinnrome Comfort Suites - Rome 23 Chateau Dr., 706-232-6055, comfortsuites.com Country Inn & Suites by Carlson - Rome 15 Hobson Way, 706-2323380, countryinns.com/romega Days Inn - Rome Downtown 840 Turner McCall Blvd., 706-2950400, daysinn.com Econo Lodge - Rome 390 Dodd Blvd. SE, 706-234-0014, econolodge.com Hampton Inn - Rome 21 Chateau Dr., 706-232-9551, 800-426-7866, hamptoninn3.hilton.com Hawthorn Suites by Wynd-ham - Rome 100-110 W. Second Ave., 706-378-4837, hawthorn.com Holiday Inn Express & Suites - Rome 35 Hobson Way, 706-2320021, 800-465-4329, hiexpress. com/romega The Kings Inn - Rome 3471 Martha Berry Hwy., 706-233-9364, romegeorgia.org/accommodation/kings-inn La Quinta Inn & Suites - Rome 15 Chateau Dr., 706-291-1034, lq.com Quality Inn - Rome 40 Grace Dr., 706-291-7797, 877-242-6423, qualityinn.com Rodeway Inn - Rome 712 Ave. A NE, 706-314-1115, rodewayinn.com Studio 6 Skytop - Rome 20 Chateau Dr. SE, 706-291-2447, staystudio6.com SUMMERVILLE Coach Inn 9785 Rome Blvd., 706857-7007, coachinnsuites.com TA L LA P O O S A Super 8 - Tallapoosa 788 Hwy. 100 S, 770-574-5575, super8.com TRENTON Days Inn - Trenton 95 Killian Ave., 706-657-2550, daysinn.com TRION Express Inn & Suites - Trion 14364 Hwy. 27, 706-734-2117, expressinnsuites.com VILLA RICA Comfort Inn & Suites - Villa Rica 132 Hwy. 61 Connector, 678-9413401, comfortinn.com Days Inn - Villa Rica 195 Hwy. 61 Connector, 770-459-8888, daysinn.com Econo Lodge - Villa Rica 124 Hwy. 61 Connector, 770-459-6669, econolodge.com WHITE Clarion Inn - White 2336 Hwy. 411 NE, 770-386-0830, clarionhotel.com WOODSTOCK Comfort Suites - Woodstock 340 Pkwy. 575, 770-517-9650, 877-4246423, comfortsuites.com Hampton Inn - Atlanta/Woodstock 450 Pkwy. 575, 770-5922323, hamptoninn3.hilton.com Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham - Woodstock/Atlanta North 305 Molly Ln., 678-7380001, microtelinn.com Resorts, Lodges & Plantations ADAIRSVILLE Barnsley Resort 597 Barnsley Gardens Rd., 770-773-7480, barnsleyresort.com E L L I JAY Whitepath Lodge 987 Shenendoah Dr., 706-276-7199, whitepathlodge.com Visit. Enjoy. Repeat. There's always something new in and around Carrollton, GA. New attractions like the Carrollton Greenbelt, the Amp amphitheater, Little Tallapoosa Park and the Southeastern Quilt and Textile Museum. New shows and features at landmarks like the Carrollton Cultural Arts Center, Copeland Hall, McIntosh Reserve or Historic Banning Mills. New events, restaurants and lodging. So come back to a special place where "been there" doesn't always mean "done that." BARNSLEY RESORT Barnsley Resort, Adairsville 800.292.0871 visitcarrollton.com EXPLOREGEORGIA.ORG 13 3 H I STO R I C H I G H C O U NT RY W H E R E TO SHTIASYTO R I C H I G H C O U N TRY WH E R E TO STAY MINERAL BLUFF Firefly Fishing Lodge & Retreat 1414 Robert Miller Ln., 706-374-4489, fireflyfishinglodge.com WHITESBURG Banning Mills Historic Country Inn 205 Horseshoe Dam Rd., 770-834-9149, historicbanningmills.com Bed & Breakfasts and Inns ADAIRSVILLE Adair Manor Bed & Breakfast 110 Church St., 770-7699585, adairmanor.com Sage Co age Inn 97 Ward Mountain Rd., 770-877-5232, sageco ageinn.com BLUE RIDGE Aska Lodge Bed & Breakfast 178 Calen Dr., 706-632-0178, askalodge.net Blue Ridge Inn Bed & Breakfast 477 W. First St., 706-632-0222, blueridgeinnbandb.com The Fernbrook Inn 174 Oak Ridge Dr., 404-272-0080, thefernbrookinn.com CARTERSVILLE Etowah Heritage Bed & Breakfast 206 N. Gilmer St., 770-757-9152, cartersvillebedandbreakfast.com Lake Allatoona Inn 632 Old Allatoona Rd., 770-943-0171, lakeallatoonainn.com CAVE SPRING Hearn Inn 13 Old Cedartown St., 706-777-8865, cavespringhistoricalsociety.com The Tumlin House Bed & Breakfast 38 Alabama St., 706-777-0066, 800-939-3880, tumlinhouse.com C H AT S WO RT H Hearthstone Lodge 2755 Hwy. 282, 706-695-0920, hearthstonelodge.net The Overlook Inn 9440 Hwy. 52, 706-517-0300, theoverlookinn.com CLOUDLAND High Horse Lodge 1199 Moon Lake Rd., 706-398-0858, highhorselodge.com Mountain Grove B&B 203 Elm St., 706-862-6676, mgbb. com DALLAS The Ragsdale Inn 103 Ragsdale Pl., 770-443-3440, 770-4907630, theragsdaleinn.com EAST ELLIJAY The Martyn House 912 Flat Branch Rd., 706-635-4759, themartynhouse.com JASPER Seventy-four Ranch Bed & Breakfast 9205 Hwy. 53 W, 706-692-0123, seventyfourranch.com Woodbridge Inn Restaurant & Lodge 44 Chambers St., 706-253-6293, woodbridgeinn.net LOOKOUT MOUNTAIN Chanticleer Inn Bed & Breakfast 1300 Mockingbird Ln., 706-820-2002, 866-9991015, stayatchanticleer.com Garden Walk Bed & Breakfast Inn 1206 Lula Lake Rd., 706820-4127, gardenwalkinn.com MINERAL BLUFF Horse Creek Stable Bed & Breakfast 574 Postell Rd., 706-455-3060, horsecreekstable.com MORGANTON English Manor Bed & Breakfast 300 Forest Dr., 678-245-4488, englishmanorbandb.com Banning Mills Historic Country Inn, Whitesburg RISING FAWN Above the Clouds Chalet 885 Sunset Dr., 706-398-3963, vrbo.com ROME The Claremont House Bed & Breakfast 906 E. Second Ave., 706-291-0900, 800-2544797, theclaremonthouse.net TRENTON Home Harvest Retreat 1047 Grant Rd., 706-657-4296, homeharvestretreat.com Condos & Vacation Rentals BIG CANOE Petit Crest Villas at Big Canoe 29 Petit Crest Cir., 706-268-3600, petitcrestvillas.com BLUE RIDGE Aska Toccoa River Houses 730 Riverside Ln., 770-6555266, toccoariverhouses.com Avenair Mountain Cabins 39 Mountain Laurel Ln., 706-6320318, avenairmtncabins.com Bella Vista Lodge 99 Sun Rock Mountain Rd., 678-6331064, bella-vista-lodge.com Black Bear Cabin Rentals 21 High Park Dr., Suite 7, 706-632-4794, 888-902-2246, blackbearcabinrentals.com Blue Ridge Rental Cabins P.O. Box 273, 800-952-3134, blueridgerentalcabins.com Cabin Rentals of Blue Ridge 160 Tammen Dr., 706-6326600, cabinrentalsolueridge.com Cabin Rentals of Georgia 1690 Appalachian Hwy., 706-632-2246, 800-609-5170, cabin-rentals-of-georgia.com Creekside Mountain Cabins - Blue Ridge 2015 Richie Creek Rd., 706-632-3500, creeksidemtncabins.com Eagles Rest P.O. Box 1689, 205-763-7510, vrbo. com/188378 Georgia Mountain Cabin Rentals 3608 E. First St., Ste. 101, 706-632-5751, 877-6567368, georgiamtncabins.com JP Ridgeland Cabin Rentals P.O. Box 1234, 706-633-9777, 888-889-0335, rentblueridgecabins.com Morning Breeze Cabin Rentals 1901 Appalachian Hwy. Unit 301, 888-875-5669, 888-875-5669, morningbreezecabinrentals.com Mountain Getaway Cabin Rentals 3900 E. First St., 706-406-3406, 866-862-2246, mountaingetawaycabinrentalsolueridge.com Mountain Laurel Cabin Rentals 1844 Old Hwy. 76, 706258-3200, 877-686-7378, mountainlaurelcabinrentals.com Mountain Top Cabin Rentals 44 Boardtown Rd., 706-2586220, 866-402-2246, mountaintopcabinrentals.com Nevaeh Cabin Rentals 2401 E. First Street, 706-258-2460, nevaehcabinrentals.com Rainbow Cabins Various locations, 706-374-3313, rainbowcabins.com A River Retreat Georgia's Blue Ridge, 770-509-1043, ariverretreat.com Southern Comfort Cabin Rentals 240 W. Main St., 706-258-3737, 866-422-2467, southerncomfortcabinrentals. com Sundance Cabin Rentals 661 Appalachian Hwy., 706-258-3286, 888-881-3286, sundancecabinrentals.com Toccoa House Properties 83 Riverview Cir., 404-661-4531, toccoahouse.com Toccoa Pearl Cabin Aska Rd. near Toccoa River, 772-2993129, toccoapearl.com Tuckaway Ridge Mountain Cabin 200 Fox Mountain Crossing, 954-249-1767, tuckawayridge.com C H AT S WO RT H Wilderness View Cabins & Ellijay Cabin Rentals 498 Wilderness View, 706-5178810, 866-517-8810, wildernessviewcabins.com CHERRY LOG Dragonfly Cabin - Cherry Log 587 Lower Prince Mountain Rd., 706-698-6867, flipkey.com/ellijay-cabinrentals/p357209 E L L I JAY Blue Sky Cabin Rentals LLC 61 Maddox Cir., 706-636-2226, 855-636-2226, blueskycabinrentals.com Mountain Cabin Rentals Coosawa ee River Resort, 888-882-2246, 888-882-2246, mountaincabinrentals.com Mountain Resort Cabin Rentals, LLC. 50 Tivoli Ct. #9858, 706-276-2116, mountainresortcabinrentals.com Sliding Rock Cabins 96 Craig St., 706-636-5895, 866-6662224, slidingrockcabins.com Stressbuster Cabin Rentals P.O. Box 1764, 706-635-3952, stressbustercabinrentals.com Wagon Wheel Ridge LLC 579 Paramount Pl., 706-6362535, wagonwheelridge.com M C C AY S V I L L E Cuddle Up Cabin Rentals 224 Blue Ridge Dr., 706-9646032, 877-628-3353, cuddleupcabinrentals.com MORGANTON Above the Rest Luxury Cabins 1662 My Mountain Rd., 706-374-2057, abovetherestcabins.com Georgia Luxury Vacation Rentals 261 Robinson Thomas Rd., 678-549-3680, georgialuxuryvacationrentals.com My Mountain Cabin Rentals, LLC 3945 Old Loving Rd., 706-374-4111, 800-844-4939, 1mymountain.com WA L E S K A Lake Arrowhead Vacation Rentals 150 Ponderosa Ln., 404-409-9000, georgialakearrowheadrental.com Cabins & Cottages BLUE RIDGE Blue Ridge Mountain Cabins, Inc. 3691 E. First St., 706-632-8999, 877-564-2762, blueridgemountaincabins.net Cabin in the Clouds - Aska Mountain Cabins 450 Bell Camp Ridge Rd., 954-5626271, cabintheclouds.com Escape to Blue Ridge Several locations, 706-413-5321, 866-618-2521, escapetoblueridge.com The Last Resort 45 Last Resort Pass, 706-632-3864, 800-959-5562, thelastresort. com Mountain Escapes Cabin Rentals Blue Ridge Area, 877-537-2273, mountainescapesproperties.com Mountain River Cabins Old Hwy. 76, 678-429-8741, mountainrivercabins.com Shady Springs Cabin 371 Bobcat Rd., 828-606-9655, shadyspringscabin.webs.com CARTERSVILLE Red Top Mountain State Park 50 Lodge Rd., 770975-4226, 800-864-7275, georgiastateparks.org/ redtopmountain CEDARTOWN Highland Park Off-Road Riding Resort 1501 Culp Lake Rd., 770-748-0771, highlandparkresort.com C H AT S WO RT H Carters Lake Marina & Resort 575 Marina Rd., 706276-4891, carterslake.com Creekside Mountain Cabins Chatsworth 1726 Dennis Mill Rd., 404-405-3821, creeksidemountaincabins.com Fort Mountain State Park 181 Fort Mountain Park Rd., 706-422-1932, 800-864-7275, georgiastateparks.org/ fortmountain CHICKAMAUGA Hidden Hollow Resort 463 Hidden Hollow Ln., 706-5392372, hiddenhollowresort.com Mountain Cove Farms Resort 994 Dougherty Gap Rd., 706-539-2683, mountaincoveresort.com HISTORIC BANNING MILLS 13 4 GEORGIA ON MY MIND MOUNTAIN TOP CABIN RENTALS W H E R E TO STAY H I STO R I C H I G H C O U N TRY E L L I JAY Bear Ridge Lodge 865 Angel Dr., 770-402-2044, bearridgelodge.com Chamomile Retreat, a Country Getaway 166 Ames Lake Ln., 404-909-9303, georgiacountryretreat.com McCord Mountain Properties 760 Spring Valley Ln., 706-2653943, northgacabinrental.com Mountain Memories Cabins 4027 Hwy. 52 E, 706-698-6867, mountainmemoriescabins.com Mulberry Gap Mountain Bike Get-A-Way 400 Mulberry Gap Rd., 706-698-2865, mulberrygap.com The Villas at Coosawa ee River Resort 634 Beaver Lake Dr. #5147, 706-276-1060, thevillasatcoosawa ee.com FA I R M O U N T Moto Mountain ATV Park 12878 Hwy. 53 W, 706-337-5590, motomountainpark.com FLINTSTONE Treetop Hideaways 576 Chattanooga Valley Rd., 423-300-6690, sleepinatree.com LOOKOUT MOUNTAIN Buzzard's Roost Co age 520 Rock Bluff Rd., 407-791-2420, vrbo. com/453039 M C C AY S V I L L E Rolling Thunder River Company 20 Hughes St., 800-408-7238, rollingthunderriverco.com MINERAL BLUFF Kaylor Mountain Cabin Rentals 1095 Windy Ridge Rd., Ste. C, 706-632-7100, 888-452-9567, kaylormtncabins.com MORGANTON Blue Ridge Lodge & RV Park 7077 Old Hwy. 76, 706-374-0032, brlodgervpark.com Whispering Pines Campground 290 Whispering Pines Rd., 706374-6494, whisperingpinescampground.com RISING FAWN The Blue Co age 7122 Scenic Hwy., 423-432-3371, thebluecottagerental.com Cloudland Canyon State Park 122 Cloudland Canyon Park Rd., 706-657-4050, 800-864-7275, georgiastateparks.org/cloudlandcanyon Mountain Top Cabin Rentals, Blue Ridge Co ages in the Clouds 5266 Scenic Hwy., 706-820-9400, cottagesintheclouds.com Lookout Mountain Flight Park 7201 Scenic Hwy., 706-398-3541, 800-688-5637, hangglide.com R-Haven RV & Event Park 7643 U.S. Hwy. 11 S, 706-657-8334, rhavenfamilypark.com Scenic View Log Cabins 117 Scenic View Ln., 706-398-0230, scenicviewlogcabins.com SUMMERVILLE James H. (Sloppy) Floyd State Park 2800 Sloppy Floyd Lake Rd., 706-857-0826, 800-864-7275, georgiastateparks.org/JamesHFloyd Campgrounds & RV Parks ADAIRSVILLE Harvest Moon RV Park 1001 Poplar Springs Rd., 770-773-7320, harvestmoonrvpark.com Leisure Time RV Park 881 Poplar Springs Rd., 706-506-3273, leisuretimervpark.net BLUE RIDGE Deep Hole Campground Hwy. 60 S, 706-745-6928, fs.usda.gov Toccoa Valley Campground 11481 Aska Rd., 706-838-4317, toccoavalleycampground.com BREMEN Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park 106 King St., 404-855-2778, gajellystone.com CALHOUN KOA Campground - Calhoun 2523 Red Bud Rd. NE, 706-6297511, 800-562-7512, koa.com/ campgrounds/calhoun Salacoa Creek Park & Campground 388 Park Dr., 706-6293490, gordoncounty.org C A R R O L LTO N John Tanner Park 354 Tanner's Beach Rd., 770-830-2222, gastateparks.org CARTERSVILLE Allatoona Lake Campgrounds 1138 GA Hwy. 20 Spur, 678-7216700, sam.usace.army.mil Allatoona Landing Marina & Resort 24 Allatoona Landing Rd., 770-974-6089, 800-346-7305, allatoonalandingmarina.com Cartersville/Cass-White KOA 800 Cassville-White Rd. NW, 770-382-7330, 800-562-2841, koa.com CAVE SPRING Cedar Creek RV & Outdoor Center 6770 Cave Spring Rd. SW, 706-777-3030, bigcedarcreek. com C H AT S WO RT H Lake Conasauga Camping 3941 Hwy. 76, 706-695-6736, fs.usda.gov MINERAL BLUFF Jonica Gap Campground 1474 Haygood Rd., 706-374-5465, jonicagapcampground.com MORGANTON Morganton Point Recreation Area 475 Lake Dr., 877-444-6777, cfaia.org OAKMAN Doll Mountain Campgrounds 1362 Doll Mountain Rd., 706-2764413, recreation.gov Woodring Branch Campground U.S. Hwy. 76, 706-334-2248, corpslakes.usace.army.mil ROCKMART The Rock Campground and RV Park 130 Forsyth Lake Rd., 770684-8519, therockrvpark.com ROME Lock & Dam Park - Rome 181 Lock & Dam Rd., 706-234-5001, rfpra.com The Pocket Recreation Area Pocket County Rd., 706-6956736, fs.usda.gov Rocky Mountain Recreation and Public Fishing Area 4054 Big Texas Valley Rd., NW, 706-8025087, georgiawildlife.com/PFA/ RockyMtn TRENTON KOA Campground - Lookout Mountain/Cha anooga West 930 Mountain Shadows Dr., 706657-6815, 800-562-1239, koa.com WHITESBURG Banning Mills RV & Camping Park 205 Horseshoe Dam Rd., 770-834-9149, 770-834-9149, historicbanningmills.com Farms & Ranches C A R R O L LTO N The Welcome Farm 1463 Welcome Rd., 404-547-1161, thewelcomefarm.com TA L LA P O O S A Lutheranch 342 McGinnis Rd., 828-684-2361, novusway.com WA L E S K A Humberland Guest Ranch P.O. Box 219, 770-479-7895, humberland.com ViWllealcRoimcae,tGoeorgia! Located only 25 minutes from downtown Atlanta along I-20 at Exit 24 & 26, Villa Rica is close to everything! Turn off I-20 to find outdoor adventures and history, parks, special events year 'round, fine restaurants, a historic downtown and a Gold Mine! With buildings from the late 1800's to the very early 1900's, we are steeped in history and home to the First Gold Rush in Georgia in 1826 and to the "Father of Gospel Music," Dr. Thomas A. Dorsey. Come, walk where the miners walk at the Pine Mountain Gold Museum & Park and find adventure! Villa Rica is a FUN place to vacation in Georgia! PINE MOUNTAIN GOLD MUSEUM & PARK Tour Groups Welcome! Call for free DVD! 770-459-8455 toll free 866-514-6536 pinemountaingoldmuseum.com MAIN STREET VILLA RICA 678-840-1160 villarica-mainstreet.com EXPLOREGEORGIA.ORG 13 5 MAGNOLIA MIDLANDS When visiting Georgia's Magnolia Midlands region, bring your love for the great outdoors--and your appetite. Begin your journey by swimming, fishing, or paddling in one of the area's many lakes and rivers, then settle down for a veritable feast. From mouth-watering barbecue to farm-fresh blueberries, pecans, and fruitcake, the bounty in this bucolic part of the state makes it a true food lover's haven. { ABOVE: STEVE BELL LAKE, EASTMAN } GDED EAGLE CREEK BREWING CO ONIONS ISTOCK COM Eagle Creek Brewing Company Beer brewed on-site isn't the only a raction at this Statesboro watering hole--there's also great live music by local artists. Tap your toes to country tunes as you peruse the menu, complete with the popular Georgia Tea Party Sweet Tea Amber. MUSICAL NOTES Vidalia Onion Festival Georgia's official vegetable takes the spotlight at this popular festival, held April 21 through 24. In addition to Vidalia onion cooking competitions, pageants, parades, and carnivals, there's also a terrific lineup of concerts (past headliners include Uncle Kracker, Charlie Daniels Band, and Lonestar). John Glosson If you're a fan of ABC's Duets, you know John Glosson was paired with fellow Douglas native Jennifer Ne les for the vocal competition show in 2012. The Grammy winner coached Glosson all the way to the runner-up spot, and he now runs J & D Designs shop and cafe with his wife, Debra, in his hometown. 13 6 GEORGIA ON MY MIND MAGNOLIA MIDLANDS THE BLUEBERRY BARN HOLT'S BAKERY ALMA EXCHANGE BANK JEREMY HARWELL Hello, Sweets! By Karina Timmel Antenucci Craving a sugary fix? Georgia's Magnolia Midlands region is sweet on doughnuts, pastries, cake, and more. Family-run Holt's Bakery in Douglas has crafted its well-known glazed doughnuts since 1965. If you prefer a doughnut hole (or two, or three...), head to Sugar 'n' Spice Bake Shop in Jesup. Owner Terri Meyers frequently sells out of her coveted holes--hand-cut, yeastraised, and glazed, they are as fluffy and light as they come. While you can also find doughnuts at Bill's Donuts & Bake Shop in Vidalia, folks flock here for the extra-large pastries, including bigger-than-your-hand cinnamon buns. Also worth trying are the homemade apple fritters: apples wrapped The Blueberry Barn, Alma Holt's Bakery, Douglas in a dough that's best described as a mix between cake and doughnut. Speaking of cake, the mother-daughter team at Cotton Patch Bakery in Statesboro uses the dessert as a foundation for many of their famous bars, which come in ten flavors such as strawberry, red velvet, lemon, and cream cheese. Another wildly popular homespun joint is the Blueberry Barn in Alma, Georgia's Blueberry Capital. Among its many blueberry-flavored offerings sits the star of the show: blueberry-cheesecake ice cream, which proprietor Ann Wildes (a retired schoolteacher who has grown blueberries for forty years), will happily scoop into a cup or cone. WORD OF MOUTH "So, McRae, Georgia, is gorgeous. Getting in a little B&B action at the Parker House, built in 1901. #ExploreGeorgia" -@KATIECLENNEY (VIA INSTAGRAM) GET THE SHOT Don't miss out on these amazing local photo ops! 1. Alma Exchange Bank Bet your bo om dollar that this Alma landmark is worth photographing. Dubbed "the Jetsons Bank," this 1966 architectural wonder--complete with a globe tripod tower sign--is a sight to behold. 2. Napoleon Cannons History buffs will love photographing these bronze Civil Warera Napoleon cannons, which have occupied Old Courthouse Park in Sylvania since 1913. 3. Watermelon Creek Vineyard There's nothing lovelier than acres of muscadine vines, which is exactly what you can photograph at Watermelon Creek Vineyard's winery in Glen- nville. EXPLOREGEORGIA.ORG 137 MAGNOLIA MIDLANDS MARK YOUR CALENDAR March 131, 2016 Experience the luck of the Irish during the St. Patrick's Day Festival in Georgia's very own Dublin. Enjoy a variety of activities, including leprechaun look-alike contests, dueling pianos, and a grand ball. March 1112, 2016 The longest yard sale in Georgia, Peaches to the Beaches offers abundant treasures along 200 miles of Highway 341, from Barnesville to Brunswick. Spend the day browsing for antique furniture, collectibles, and art. March 1213, 2016 Watch the pros wrangle snakes small and large during the 49th Annual Claxton Ra lesnake and Wildlife Festival. You'll also ogle dozens of captive ra lesnakes and cheer along as the 2016 Miss Claxton Ra lesnake and Wildlife Queen is crowned. April 810, 2016 Love motorcycles? Crazy about barbecue too? You'll find plenty of both at the Bikes, Blues and BBQ Festival in Douglas. For even more automotive action, browse the car show while listening to live blues throughout the day. May 7, 2016 Drawing large crowds to Hazlehurst each year, the Three Rivers Festival features live music, incredible barbecue, and cra s galore. Kids love climbing the rock wall and checking out Native American artifacts, while the whole family can enjoy the wildlife demonstration and the car show. June 35, 2016 Every year, the Georgia Blueberry Festival brings music, fun, and lots of blueberry-flavored food to Alma, Georgia's Blueberry Capital. Enjoy live musical performances, a parade, a 5k run, and two pageants at this familyfriendly event. Sept. 17, 2016 Celebrating Screven County's abundant natural wildlife, the Wild About Screven Festival holds hands-on demonstrations from Georgia State University's Raptor Center, live performances, and animal exhibits for the whole family. Oct. 22, 2016 Pearson was once the Goat Capital of the World; now it's the home of the first Goat Festival in the world! Enjoy an arts and cra s show, children's activities, and toe-tapping live music. Oct. 22, 2016 From a dog show to a cake walk, a CrossFit competition to a "kiss a pig" contest, you'll find loads of family fun during Jesup Arch Fest. Don't miss the quilting exhibit or the delicious backyard barbecue. Oct. 29, 2016 Nothing says autumn fun like Fall for Dodge in Eastman. Bring the whole family for trick-or-treating, a costume contest, children's games, and live music throughout the day. 13 8 GEORGIA ON MY MIND The Wren's Nest, Baxley All Dressed Up By Karina Timmel Antenucci The towns in Georgia's Magnolia Midlands region are filled with great boutiques and gift stores that make it all too easy to shop till you drop. For local flavor, gifts, and collectibles, visit Mary's in Vidalia, where you can commemorate your Southern heritage by picking up a "Born & Raised Southern" canvas tote with a stamp of Georgia on it. You can dress the part of a Southerner, too, at R.J. Pope in Statesboro, which sells men's and women's apparel perfect for everything from horse races to game days. Find preppy name brands like Vineyard Vines, Polo, Patagonia, and Southern Tide. Ladies who prefer a more relaxed, trendy look will want to check out the Wren's Nest in Baxley. The cute boutique serves up bohemian shirts, cutoff shorts, and sundresses, among other weekend-wardrobe essentials. Another adorable women's boutique is Eve in Douglas, where you can find clothing and accessories, such as repurposed deer-antler pendant necklaces from local jewelry designer Whitney Lauren Designs. Also in Douglas, Norris Shoes provides footwear options for the whole family, including New Balance sneakers, casual Toms shoes, and the Original Muck Boot Company hunting boots. If you're in the market for home decor items, such as candles from Voluspa and vintage cake stands, it's fun to poke through the Shoppes at Fourth & Cherry in downtown Ocilla, which is set up in a French-market vignette style. ST PAT R I C K ' S DAY F E ST I VA L V I S I T D U B L I N RAT T L E SN A K E B LU E B E R R I E S I STO C K CO M BIKES BLUES AND BBQ FESTIVAL WILD ABOUT SCREVEN ENOCH AUTRY GOAT ISTOCK COM FALL FOR DODGE THE WREN'S NEST JEREMY HARWELL MAGNOLIA MIDLANDS Music buffs have much to enjoy in Georgia's Magnolia Midlands region. Chris Mitchell's Pladd Dot Music serves as Statesboro's musical epicenter, featuring Mitchell's own handcrafted guitar line, CMG Guitars. Over in Douglas, Vickers Music Company sells a variety of instruments, while Jeff's Musicology in Dublin boasts an expansive collection of vinyl, CDs, and collectibles. SECRET LANDMARKS Once forgo en and overgrown, the Fitzgerald African American Cemetery was recently returned to life by a local Eagle Scout who uncovered it and added handmade wooden crosses to each tombstone. KIDS CORNER General Coffee State Park, Nicholls Troup Corn, Dublin Hunter Ca le Company, Brooklet Old Freeman Family Farm, Cooperville Troup Corn In the fall, navigate a towering corn maze at Troup Corn in Dublin; in the spring, pick their juicy strawberries. This popular "agritourism" a raction, operated by real farmers, lets kids learn about growing produce. Don't leave without ordering a bowl of strawberry ice cream from Mazey's Restaurant, located on-site. Old Freeman Family Farm Spend an October day playing on this 150acre family farm in Cooperville, complete with hayrides, tire swings, and a pumpkin patch. You can also feed the barn animals, ride a zip line through the pecan trees, and watch antique farm equipment thresh peanuts and bale hay. General Coffee State Park Perfect for families, General Coffee State Park in Nicholls is home to a Heritage Farm, complete with sheep, pigs, goats, and donkeys, plus log cabins and a corncrib. There's also a seventeen-mile boardwalk winding through the cypress swamp and nearly fourteen miles of equestrian trails. Hunter Ca le Company Take your family to visit this beautiful familyowned farm in Brooklet, which specializes in raising grass-fed beef, pastured pork, and eggs (all available for purchase). For a true immersion experience, opt for a farm stay and ride horses, eat fresh meals, and sleep in a barn lo . EXPLOREGEORGIA.ORG 13 9 CHRIS MITCHELL JASON HURST TROUP CORN OLD FREEMAN FAMILY FARM GEORGIA STATE PARKS HUNTER CATTLE COMPANY KATE PICTON M A G N O L I A M I D LA N D S AT T R A CT I O N S Sylvania 441 Montrose80 Dublin ALT 129 Cochran 319 16 Soperton 80 Metter 301 25 Portal Statesboro Brooklet 221 Hawkinsville 129 Eastman 319 441 23 Mount Vernon 280 Vidalia 1 Lyons Santa 80 16 Claxton 280 McRae 23 221 Claus Uvalda Reidsville 25 301 280 Rochelle 341 Lumber City Hazlehurst Jacksonville 1 Glennville Fitzgerald Irwinville 129 319 MAGNOLIA MIDLANDS Baxley 441 23 Broxton 221 Douglas Nicholls Alma 1 23 84 341 Odum Ludowici 84 Jesup Screven 25 341 301 82 Millwood 221 441 AT T R A C T I O N S Baxley Lake Mayers Baxley Explore this 170-acre lake with fishing, boating, swimming, and water sports. Enjoy the public beach and picnic area. U.S. Hwy. 341, 912-367-8100, baxley.org/ visitors-guide Moody Forest Natural Area The 4,500-acre area includes a swamp, nature trails, 600-year-old mammoth tupelo cypress, and spectacular forests. E. River Rd., 912-3669549, nature.org/ourinitiatives/regions/northamerica/ unitedstates/georgia/placesweprotect/moody-forestnatural-area.xml Brooklet Hunter Ca le Company A family-owned farm specializing in grass-fed beef, pastured pork, poultry, eggs, and more. Also hosts campouts and events. 934 Driggers Rd., 912-823-2333, hunterca le.com Claxton Georgia Fruit Cake Company This fourth-generation familyowned business is famous for its delicious homemade fruitcakes. 5 S. Duval St., 912739-2683, georgiafruitcakecompany.com Cochran Tom Sawyer Farms Stop by Sawyer's Farm to pick your own fruit, or choose from a selection of prepicked delights. 952 Empire Chester Hwy., 478-934-7584 Douglas Red Brick Farm Visit us for farm-fresh produce, seasonal items and homemade salsa, preserves, relishes and more. 225 Lake Demie Ln., 912-381-4667 Dublin Blackwater Outfi ers Privately owned farm offers guided quail, pheasant, hog, duck, and deer hunts throughout the year. 1122 Rigby Rd., 478-689-7702, blackwater-outfi ers.com Dublin-Laurens County Heritage Center Research genealogy in the Laurens County Library with assistance, workshops, and extensive collections and records. 801 Bellevue Ave., 478-272-5710, visitdublinga. com/play-indoors/dublin-laurens-county-heritage-center Hunter Ca le Company, Brooklet Dublin-Laurens Museum, Heritage, & Cultural Center A variety of interactive permanent and revolving exhibits bring history to life in the heart of Dublin's Millionaire Row. 702 Bellevue Ave., 478-272-9242, laurenshistory.org First African Baptist Church At age 14, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. gave his first public speech at this church on April 17, 1944. 405 Telfair St., 478-272-1377, visitdublinga. com/play-indoors/first-african-baptist-church The Fred Roberts Explore early Art Deco architecture with eclectic European and Egyptian influences with self-guided tours. 306 Academy Ave., 478-2722560, dublinfredroberts.com Historic Downtown Dublin Walking Tour Pick up a guide at the Visitors Center and follow the walking tour of downtown for an in-depth look at Dublin history. 314 Academy Ave., 478-272-4002, visitdublinga. com/play-outdoors/historicdowntown-walking-tour Eastman McCranie Quail Plantation More than 3,000 acres of scenic and peaceful land for the ultimate Southern hunting experience. 2411 Chauncey-Rhine Hwy., 478374-3064, mccranieplantation.com Fitzgerald Fitzgerald Architectural Treasures Tour Take a self-guided driving tour of the city, founded 30 years a er the Civil War. Guides available at the Welcome Center. 116 N. Johnston St., 229-426-5033, 800-386-4642, fitzgeraldga. org/index.php/tourism-visitors/architecture/110-history/ architecture/324-architectural-tour-324.html HUNTER CATTLE COMPANY KATE PICTON 14 0 GEORGIA ON MY MIND AT T RA CTI O N S MAG N O LI A M I D LAN D S Historic Downtown Dublin Walking Tour, Dublin Fitzgerald Blue & Gray Museum Learn the history of Fitzgerald and see a rare collection of Civil War ba le relics and mementos. 116 N. Johnston St., 229-426-5033, 800-386-4642, fitzgeraldga.org/ index.php/tourism-visitors/locala ractions/123-visitor-s-guide/ tourism/336-blue-and-graymuseum-336.html Fitzgerald Evergreen Cemetery The burial site of the oldest Confederate veteran in Georgia, General Sherman's drummer boy, and John C. Buckley. Benjamin Hill Dr. E, 229-426-5033, 800-3864642, 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. 315 E. Pine St., 229-426-5033, 800-386-4642, fitzgeraldga.org/ index.php/tourism-visitors/locala ractions/123-visitor-s-guide/ tourism/338-fire-engine-museum-338.html Fitzgerald Blue & Gray Museum, Fitzgerald Ocmulgee River Ben Hill Landing Fishing, camping, barbecue pits, picnic area, playground, boat ramp, and bait shop. Mobley Bluff Rd. off of Hwy. 107 E, 229-4265100, 800-386-4642, fitzgeraldga. org/index.php/tourism-visitors/ local-a ractions/123-visitor-sguide/tourism/341-sports-recreation-341.html Glennville DC Durrence Farms Fourth-generation family-owned farm offering a variety of fruits and vegetables. Check out our grain-fed beef. 14381 Hwy. 301 N, 912-654-4367, jdbeef.com Hawkinsville M&T Meat Company This meat company carries locally grown products, and guarantees the freshest products from the farm to your table. 230 Lower River Rd., 478-892-9810, mtmeatco.com Our Co on Pickin' Christmas Tree Farm Take a ride on the hay wagon to our fields and pick your own tree at this family-owned Christmas tree farm. 120 Cordele Hwy., 478-230-3646, ourco onpickinchristmastreefarm.com Hazlehurst Hazlehurst-Jeff Davis Historical Museum Society, Inc. The museum displays depict the history of the community from the first pioneers to the plantations to the present. 61 E. Coffee St., 912-551-9030, hazlehurstjeffdavis.org Helena Li le Ocmulgee State Park & Lodge Offerings include an 18-hole golf course and clubhouse, splash pad water park, lake swimming, and nature trail with boardwalk. 80 Live Oak Trl., 229-868-7474, 877-591-5572, li leocmulgeelodge.com Jesup Wayne County Railfan Platform/Train Triangle The platform allows visitors to sit under the fan and listen to the cha er of the conductors on passing Amtrak and CSX trains. 101 E. Cherry St., 912-427-3233, waynetourism.com McRae Walking Tour of McRae's Historical Homes Self-guided tour of 30 of McRae's homes and churches of the New South era. 9 E. Oak St., 229-8686365, telfairco.org/a ractionseventsfests/historicaltrails.html EXPLOREGEORGIA.ORG 141 DOWNTOWN DUBLIN WOODY MARSHALL GDED M A G N O L I A M I D LA N D S AT T R A CT I O N S VISITOR RESOURCES DESTINATION MARKETING ORGANIZATIONS: Call or email these professional resources when dreaming, planning, and booking your next Georgia vacation. Alma-Bacon County Chamber of Commerce 912.632.8643, almagachamber.com Appling-Baxley Chamber 912.367.7731, baxley.org Bleckley-Cochran Chamber 478.934.2965, cochran-bleckleychamber.org Claxton-Evans Chamber 912.739.1391, claxtonevanschamber.com *Douglas Visitor Information Center 211 S. Gaskin Avenue, Douglas, GA 31533, 912.383.0277, cityofdouglas.com *Dublin Visitors Center 102 Travel Center Blvd., Dublin, GA 31021, 478.272.4002, visitdublinga.com *Eastman-Dodge County Welcome Center 1646 College Street, Eastman, GA 31023, 478.374.4723, eastmangeorgia.com Fitzgerald Area Convention and Visitors Bureau 229.426.5033, 800.386.4642, fizgeraldga.org Glennville Chamber of Commerce 912.654.1616, glennvillega.com Greater Ta nall Chamber 912.557.6323, ta nall.com Hawkinsville/Pulaski Chamber 478.783.1717, hawkinsvillechamber.org Hazlehurst-Jeff Davis Tourism 912.209.8805, hazlehurstjeffdavis.org *Me er Welcome Center 1210 S. Lewis Street, Me er, GA 30439, 912.685.2159, everythingsbe erinme er.com Ocilla-Irwin Chamber 229.468.9114, ocillachamber.net Screven County Chamber 912.564.7878, screvencounty.com *Statesboro CVB & Welcome Center 222 South Main Street, Statesboro, GA 30458, 912.489.1869, visitstatesboroga.com Telfair-McRae Chamber 229.868.6365, telfairco.org Truetlen County Development Authority 912.529.4496, soperton.org *Vidalia Convention and Visitors Bureau 100 Sweet Vidalia Onion Dr., Vidalia, GA 30474, 912.538.8687, vidaliaga.gov Wayne County Board of Tourism 912.427.3233, waynetourism.com Wheeler County Chamber of Commerce 912.568.7808, wheelercounty.org GEORGIA VISITOR INFORMATION CENTER Located at Georgia's Highway 301 gateway, stop by here for Georgia travel information. Sylvania 8463 Burton's Ferry Highway, Sylvania, GA 30467, 912.829.3331 *When you're here and need more information, these include a certified Regional Visitor Information Center that have staff trained to help. They can also make recommendations about walking tours, restaurants, and more. Metter Charles Harrold Nature Preserve Protects 73 acres of ecologically significant land near Me er, including a sandhill community, flatwoods, and alluvial swamp. Salem Church Rd., 404-253-7210, nature. org/ourinitiatives/regions/ northamerica/unitedstates/ georgia/placesweprotect/ charles-harrold-preserve.xml Millwood Gopher Plantation Hunt deer, quail, turkey, and boar. Unique log cabins and a famous "road kill" supper make it a true wilderness experience. 312 Gopher Ln., 912-284-1722, gopherplantation.com Nicholls General Coffee State Park This park has interpretation of agricultural history at its Heritage Farm and offers boating, horseback riding, and hiking. 46 John Coffee Rd., 912-384-7082, 800-8647275, georgiastateparks.org/ generalcoffee Rebecca Red Pebble Plantation Provides hunting enthusiasts with an outdoor paradise, Southern home-style meals, and exceptional accommodations. 10728 Hwy. 159 N, 229-643-1888, redpebbleplantation.com Reidsville Gordonia-Alatamaha State Park Rent pedal and fishing boats, go fishing, picnic by the lake, and play the 18-hole golf course or mini golf. 162 Park Ln., Hwy. 280 W, 912-557-7744, 800-864-7275, georgiastateparks.org/gordoniaalatamaha Rochelle Copeland Strawberry Farms Pick your own ruby red strawberries in season. We also produce sweet onions, green beans, and melons. Hwy. 280, 229-365-7319 E & M Organic Farm Seasonal fresh produce is available at this certified organic farm, one of the few in the Magnolia Midlands travel region. 471 Owl Rd., 229-322-0491 MGNOEOOURRNTGHTAIEAIANSST MMAIDGLNAONLDIAS MaAmheiwcaCloolaopFearllsv,iaDIanwstsaognrvailmle DoJwenrvteiomawyFnaHVcaeidrbwaoleoialkl GPEictuOre-RPerGfectIA ReaSdh#aEeerxeprxylsoporueslrGohGeroeoeorwgrgiGaiauopenshosohotrcooigsawlbimyaeutdshiinaeg. y WOOD ISTOCK COM 14 2 GEORGIA ON MY MIND CLASSIC SOUTH Stat@eGhPeaaolrerkgy,ekTowLd.ianSkmCviiittayh Instagram AT T RA CTI O N S MAG N O LI A M I D LAN D S The Wildlife Center, Statesboro WReAhuemnreeitreicda Fitzgerald DhsYCevitGsaYoeaocnaretrnyoeknto-fverkwoeraee-gfdnRariheaasretmorn'hbscawdeirtnCeegaittye.d THE WILDLIFE CENTER BUCKHORN CREEK RANCH LORI HENNESY Statesboro Free Spirit Po ery & Glass Free Spirit Po ery makes painting your own po ery fun for you or your group. 42 E. Main St., 912489-3232, freespiritpo ery.com Freeman's Mill An operating grits and flour mill with machinery from the early 19th century and an old-style working saw mill. 518 Country Club Rd., 912-852-9381, freemansmill.com Garden of the Coastal Plain The gardens surround a turnof-the-century co age, now a preserve for nature. Includes walking trails and gardens. 1505 Bland Ave., 912-871-1149, georgiasouthern.edu/garden Georgia Southern University Museum See exhibits including a 26-foot Mosasaur, the "T-Rex of the Sea," and a 42-million-year-old whale specimen. 2142 Southern Dr./ Rosenwald Bldg., 912-478-5444, georgiasouthern.edu/museum Red Fern Plantation This hunting preserve is managed to specifically enhance wildlife habitat and game bird hunting. 1640 Red Fern Ln., 912-531-2482, redfernplantation.com Splash in the Boro Family Water Park & Aquatic Center Enjoy a day of fun in the sun at this family water park and aquatics center in Mill Creek Regional Park. 1388 Hwy. 24 E, 912-4893000, splashintheboro.com Buckhorn Creek Ranch, Vidalia The Wildlife Center Home to many birds of prey and more. Raptor demonstrations and hands-on reptile programs. 1461 Forest Dr., Bldg. 240, GSU, 912-478-0831, georgiasouthern. edu/wildlife Sylvania Old Freeman Family Farm Visit the farm and see the sights and sounds of the country with our corn maze, pumpkin patch, hayride, and playground. 644 Scarboro Hwy., 912-682-0378, andersonfreemanfarm.com Wade Plantation Offers a myriad of pecan-related items such as candies, syrups, as well as bagged pecans for sale. 752 Oglethorpe Trl., 912-829-3391, 800-414-7941, wadepecans.com Uvalda Three Rivers Outdoors, Inc. Full-service rentals of kayaks and canoes with shu le service. Catering and guides are available. 612 McNa Falls Rd., 912-5948379, explorethreerivers.com Vidalia Buckhorn Creek Ranch Buckhorn Creek Ranch is a family-friendly adventure at a reasonable cost. Something for every age group. 1944 GA Hwy. 135, 912-583-2737, buckhorncreekranch.net Ladson Genealogical Library Ladson's store of genealogical materials focuses prmarily on the Southeastern U.S. and the Eastern seaboard. 125 Church St., 912-537-8186, ohoopeelibrary. com/Pages/lib-ladson.html Fitzgerald Area Convention and Visitors Bureau www.fitzgeraldga.org 800-386-4642 1.800.568.3301 VISITSTATESBOROGA.COM EXPLOREGEORGIA.ORG 14 3 M A G N O L I A M I D LA N D S W H E R E TO STAY Hotels & Motels ALMA Days Inn - Alma 930 S. Pierce St., 912-632-7000, 800-325-2525, daysinn.com The Inn at Blueberry Plantation 174 Plantation Dr., 912-632-3000, blueberryplantation.com BAXLEY Budget Host Inn - Baxley 958 E. Parker St., 912-3672200, baxleyhotels.com Key West Inn - Baxley 53 Heritage St., 912-367-6653, staykeywesthotels.com Pine Lodge Motel 539 S. Main St., 800-841-6052, sites. google.com/site/pinelodgemotelsite COCHRAN Cochran Inn & Suites 108 Eighth St. Crescent, 478-2719500, cochraninnandsuites. com DOUGLAS Econo Lodge - Douglas 1750 S. Peterson Ave., 912-3830433, choicehotels.com Hampton Inn - Douglas 1604 S. Peterson Ave., 912383-7550, 800-426-7866, hamptoninn3.hilton.com Holiday Inn Express & Suites - Douglas 1636 S. Peterson Ave., 912-384-2100, ihg.com Jameson Inn - Douglas 1628 S. Peterson Ave., 912-3849432, 800-526-3766, jamesoninns.com Super 8 - Douglas 1610 S. Peterson Ave., 912-384-0886, 800-800-8000, super8.com Western Inn & Suites Douglas 1700 S. Peterson Ave., 912-383-9888, westerninn-and-suites-douglas. magnusonhotels.com DUBLIN Baymont Inn & Suites Dublin 100 PM Watson Ln., 478-275-3008, 877-229-6668, baymontinns.com Days Inn - Dublin 2111 Hwy. 441 S, 478-275-7637, daysinn.com Hampton Inn & Suites Dublin 103 Travel Center Blvd., 800-426-7866, hamptoninn3.hilton.com Holiday Inn Express & Suites - Dublin 2192 Hwy. 441 S, 478272-7862, ihg.com Jameson Inn 2108 Hwy. 441 S, 478-275-1600, 800-526-3766, jamesoninns.com Kings Inn Suites & Conference Center 2121 Hwy. 441 S, 478-304-1165, kingsinndublin. wix.com La Quinta Inn & Suites Dublin 101 Travel Center Blvd., 478-272-3110, lq.com Quality Inn & Suites - Dublin 2110 Hwy. 441 S, 478-274-8000, www.choicehotels.com Super 8-Dublin 2150 Hwy. 441 S, 478-272-5141, super8.com EAST DUBLIN Red Carpet Inn - Dublin 735 Central Dr., 478-277-9161, rcidublin.com EASTMAN Quality Inn - Eastman 41 Pine Ridge Rd., 478-374-7925, 800526-3766, choicehotels.com FITZGERALD Country Hearth Inn & Suites Fitzgerald 125 Stuart Way, 229409-9911, countryhearth.com Quality Inn - Fitzgerald 263 Ocilla Hwy., 229-423-5151, choicehotels.com Western Motel - Fitzgerald 111 Bull Run Rd., 229-424-9500, western-motel-fitzgerald. magnusonhotels.com Dublin Farm, Dublin GLENNVILLE Glennville Inn 812 N. Main St., 912-654-3407, magnusonhotels.com HAWKINSVILLE America's Best Inn - Hawkinsville 20 N. Warren St., 478-7832914, americasbestinn.com Best Western Hawkinsville Inn & Suites 86 Hwy. 341 Bypass, 478-783-1300, bestwestern.com HAZLEHURST Americas Best Value Inn Hazlehurst 143 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., 912-375-3400, 888-315-2378, americasbestvalueinn.com Jameson Inn - Hazlehurst 160 W. Coffee St., 912379-1770, 800-526-3766, jamesoninns.com Western Motel Inn & Suites - Hazlehurst 31 E. Coffee St., 912-375-4527, magnusonhotels. com/western-motel-inn-suiteshazlehurst JESUP Days Inn-Jesup 1096 Express Ln., 912-427-2980, daysinn.com Quality Inn-Jesup 205 N. U.S. Hwy. 301, 912-427-6800, 877242-6423, choicehotels.com Red Roof Inn - Jesup 1100 Express Ln., 912-427-7760, redroof.com LYONS Yorke Motel 256 N. State St., 912-526-8166, yorkemotel.com MCRAE Magnolia Inn - McRae 149 E. Oak St., 229-868-7431, magnoliainnmcrae.com METTER American Inn - Me er 850 S. Lewis St., 912-685-7071, americaninn.net Days Inn - Me er 1225 S. Lewis St., 912-685-3000, daysinn.com MOUNT VERNON Mount Vernon Inn & Suites 205 S. Johnson St., 912-5832281, mtvernoninn.net STATESBORO Baymont Inn & Suites Statesboro 425 S. Main St., 912-489-7368, 877-229-6668, baymontstatesboro.com Comfort Inn & Suites-Statesboro 17870 Hwy. 67, 912-6812400, choicehotels.com Days Inn - Statesboro 616 Fair Rd., 912-681-7700, daysinn.com Hampton Inn Statesboro 350 Brampton Ave., 912-489-8989,hamptoninn3. hilton.com Holiday Inn - Statesboro-University Area 455 Commerce Dr., 912-489-4545, ihg.com Howard Johnson Inn Statesboro 316 S. Main St., 912-489-2626, 800-446-4656, hojo.com Knights Inn - Statesboro 461 S. Main St., 912-764-5666, knightsinnstatesboro.com La Quinta Inn - Statesboro - Georgia Southern Univ. 225 Lanier Dr., 912-871-2525, 800-531-5900, laquintastatesboro.com Quality Inn & Suites - Statesboro 230 S. Main St., 912-4893995, choicehotels.com SpringHill Suites - Statesboro University Area 105 Springhill Dr., 912-489-0000, marrio . com Super 8 - Statesboro 1 Jameson Ave., 912-681-7900, 800-454-3213, super8.com SYLVANIA Sylvania Inn 404 W. Ogeechee St., 912-564-2490, sylvaniainn.com VIDALIA AmericInn - Vidalia 155 Mose Coleman Dr., 912-537-2728, 800-634-3444, americinn.com Page House Bed & Breakfast, Dublin Comfort Inn - Vidalia 1509 E. First St., 912-538-8100, choicehotels.com Hampton Inn - Vidalia 3303 Hwy. 280 E, 912-526-0235, hamptoninn3.hilton.com Quality Inn & Suites - Vidalia 2619 E. First St., 912-537-9000, choicehotels.com Royal Inn 705 First St., 912537-7611, royalinnvidalia.net Resorts, Lodges & Plantations DUBLIN Blackwater Outfi ers 1122 Rigby Rd., 478-689-7702, blackwater-outfi ers.com HELENA Li le Ocmulgee State Park & Lodge 80 Live Oak Tr., 229-868-7474, 877-591-5572, li leocmulgeelodge.com REBECCA Red Pebble Plantation 10728 Hwy. 159 N, 229-643-1888, redpebbleplantation.com Bed & Breakfasts and Inns AXSON Inn at Still Pond 120 Su on Way, 912-816-0254, innatstillpond.com COCHRAN Georgia Red Barn Bed & Breakfast 429 Hudson Jones Rd., 478-951-1214, georgiaredbarn.com DUBLIN Dublin Farm 875 James Currie Rd., 478-275-8766, dublinfarm.com Page House Bed & Breakfast 711 Bellevue Ave., 478275-4551, pagehousebb.com EASTMAN The Dodge Hill Inn 5021 Ninth Ave. NE, 478-374-2644, dodgehillinn.com 14 4 GEORGIA ON MY MIND DUBLIN FARM PAGE HOUSE BED & BREAKFAST GEORGIA STATE PARKS WH E R E TO STAY MAG N O LI A M I D LAN D S FITZGERALD Dorminy-Massee House Bed & Breakfast 516 W. Central Ave., 229-423-3123, dorminymasseehouse.com MILLWOOD Gopher Plantation 312 Gopher Rd., 912-284-1722, gopherplantation.com STATESBORO The Historic Statesboro Inn 106 S. Main St., 912-489-8628, statesboroinn.com SYLVANIA Kinchley Place 309 Singleton Ave., 912-425-2169, kinchleyplace.com Cabins & Cottages NICHOLLS General Coffee State Park 46 John Coffee Rd., 912-3847082, 800-864-7275, georgiastateparks.org/generalcoffee REIDSVILLE Gordonia-Alatamaha State Park 162 Park Ln., Hwy. 280 W., 912-557-7744, 800-8647275, georgiastateparks.org/ gordoniaalatamaha VIDALIA Mar'a D Farm Cabin 1021 Geron Williamson Rd., 912-5387000, maradfarmscabin.com Campgrounds & RV Parks DUBLIN Honeysuckle Farm RV Park 2866 Hwy. 257, 478-278-9372, honeysucklefarmrv.com FITZGERALD Ellis T. Paulk RV Park 146 Paulk Park Ln., 229-4265050, fitzgeraldga.org Ocmulgee River Ben Hill Landing Mobley Bluff Rd. off Hwy. 107 E, 229-426-5100, 800-386-4642, fitzgeraldga. org HAZLEHURST Towns Bluff Park & Heritage Center RV Park & Campground 45 Riverwood Tr., 912-379-9303, townsbluffpark.com JESUP Mossy Oaks RV Park & Campground 1162 Whaley Rd., 912-427-4452, mossyoaksrvpark.com General Coffee State Park, Nicholls METTER Beaver Run RV Park 22321 Excelsior Church Rd., 912685-2594, beaverrunrvpark. com STATESBORO Parkwood RV Park & Cottages 12188 U.S. Hwy. 301 S, 912-681-3105, parkwoodrv. com VIDALIA Vidalia Sweet Onion RV Park 514 Pete Phillips Dr., 912-537-7661, vidaliaga.com Farms & Ranches BROOKLET Hunter Ca le Company 934 Driggers Rd., 912-823-2333, hunterca le.com EASTMAN McCranie Quail Plantation 2411 Chauncey-Rhine Hwy., 478-374-3064, mccranieplantation.com Taste, See, Experience... in Coffee County, GA Home of the South Georgia BBQ & Outdoor Festival, Broxton Rocks, and the Summer Beach Bash. Visit Vidalia The Sweet Onion City with Music and More! cityofdouglas.com Magnolia Theatre Eastman, GA 6 pm 2016: 1/30, 3/24, 6/4, 7/23, 9/17, 11/19 mmmedicineshow.wix.com/mmms VIDALIAAREA.COM 912.538.8687 BTlhueCebaeoprfirtGyaelorgia Home of Little Ocmulgee State Park and Wallace Adams Golf Course almagachamber.com WHEELERCOUNTY.ORG EXPLOREGEORGIA.ORG 14 5 NORTHEAST MOUNTAINS While you'll no longer find moonshiners racing from the law in Georgia's Northeast Mountains region, you can still buy authentic 'shine from local distilleries in this region rich with tradition. Check out the many festivals showcasing local arts and crafts, and sip wine from the area's renowned vineyards. For nature lovers, this scenic region also boasts abundant opportunities for boating, swimming, mountain biking, and paddling. { ABOVE: LAKE RABUN, LAKEMONT } GDED IDA COX MUSIC SERIES MICROPHONE ISTOCK COM THE IDA COX MUSIC SERIES THE CRIMSON MOON GRANDADDY MIMM'S The Ida Cox Music Series Toccoa's summertime concert series honors the city's late local daughter, Ida Cox, the "Uncrowned Queen of Blues." Every Saturday evening, visitors stroll through downtown while enjoying the sounds of jazz, bluegrass, and more. MUSICAL NOTES The Crimson Moon Overlooking Dahlonega's quaint historic square, this intimate live music venue is housed in the Parker-Nix Storehouse, the secondoldest building in town, built in 1858. Weekly open-mic nights let aspiring artists in a variety of musical genres capture their fi een minutes of fame. 14 6 GEORGIA ON MY MIND Tommy Townsend Townsend--lead singer for Waymore's Outlaws, Waylon Jennings's back-up band--has returned to his roots with the recently opened Grandaddy Mimm's Moonshine Distillery and Gi Shop in his hometown of Blairsville. Visit to pick up the crooner's 'shine (his grandfather's recipe) and apple brandy. BOTANICAL GARDEN GAINESVILLE JASON GETZ HAMILTON GARDENS WHITEWATER RAFTING SOUTHEASTERN EXPEDITIONS N O RTH EA ST M O U NTAI N S Botanical Bonanza By Sam Boykin Natural beauty abounds in the Northeast Mountains region, where you'll find some of the most alluring gardens in the state. Begin your visit in Gainesville, home of the Atlanta Botanical Garden's second location. Connect with both natural and cultural wonders at this 168-acre site, which features some 1,200 kinds of plants--including magnolias, lilacs, and azaleas--along with walking trails and a 2,000-seat amphitheater that hosts concerts and other special events. Colorful and fragrant rhododendrons are the main attraction at your next stop: Hamilton Gardens at Lake Chatuge in Hiawassee. Stroll along pine bark trails that wind through this lush mountain setting situated next to 7,500-acre Atlanta Botanical Garden, Gainesville Hamilton Gardens at Lake Chatuge, Hiawassee Lake Chatuge. In addition to some 400 varieties of rhododendron--the largest collection in the state--this botanical paradise also boasts beautiful dogwoods, magnolias, azaleas, and majestic views of Brasstown Bald's 4,784-foot peak. Next, visit the aptly named Paradise Jungle in Dawsonville, where a husbandand-wife team has lovingly created a serene fourteen-acre destination with hundreds of daylilies, rhododendrons, camellias, and other flowers. If you're traveling with kids, they can explore the playground and streams that run through the property while you admire the gardens. End your botanical tour at Thompson Mills Forest in Braselton. Designated as the state's official arboretum, this 330-acre site includes more than 100 species of native and ornamental trees, several miles of walking trails, and an eight-acre granite outcrop that supports dozens of rare plants. WORD OF MOUTH "Maple Magic. #RabunCounty #ExploreGeorgia" @KCCPIX (VIA TWITTER) GET THE SHOT Don't miss out on these amazing local photo ops! 1. Chattooga River Photograph whitewater at its wildest during a trip to the mighty Cha ooga River in Clayton. With rapids this huge, a waterproof camera is a must. 2. Dillard House Stables Pose for a photo on a trusty steed as you take a guided ride past waterfalls and woods, courtesy of Dillard's namesake stables. 3. Toccoa Falls Take pictures of these 186-foot falls (which are taller than Niagara Falls), then follow the stream at the base for even more photo op- portunities. EXPLOREGEORGIA.ORG 14 7 BEAR ON THE SQUARE MOUNTAIN FESTIVAL BOB FELLOWS BLAIRSVILLE SCOTTISH FESTIVAL AND HIGHLAND GAMES SAUSAGE FALL LEAVES ISTOCK COM ETOWAH RIVER ETOWAHWATERTRAIL ORG N O RTH E A ST M O U NTA I N S MARK YOUR CALENDAR March 1920 & 2627, 2016 Sample a variety of Georgia wines during Wine Highway Weekend, with participating vineyards spanning from Jasper to Tiger. A single passport allows entry to the tasting rooms of all participating wineries. May 28, 2016 Groove to your favorite tunes near one of Georgia's most picturesque lakes during the Lake Hartwell Music Festival. Bring a cooler and a chair to this laid-back event and tap your toes to multiple bands while enjoying food from a variety of vendors. April 1617, 2016 Now in its twentieth year, Dahlonega's Bear on the Square Mountain Festival features a weekend of incredible music and art in the town's historic public square. Browse the artists market for one-of-a-kind finds, enjoy bluegrass tunes, and even learn to play the banjo or the penny whistle. You can also bid on tempting items during the live and silent auctions. June 1112, 2016 At the Blairsville Sco ish Festival and Highland Games, immerse yourself in Highland dancing, sheep herding, and kilted races. Don't miss the Highland Games, where strength and endurance are tested through li ing and tossing weights. Aug. 67, 2016 At the Dillard Bluegrass & BBQ Festival, wolf down delicious 'cue while listening to bluegrass from a variety of bands. You'll also find kids activities, such as arts and cra s, Legos, and egg-and-spoon races. Sept. 17Nov. 1, 2016 The Bavarian-style town of Helen knows how to throw an authentic Oktoberfest party. Enjoy German beer and brats alongside lederhosenclad men. Bands with a German twist will also perform. Nov. 56, 2016 The Toccoa Harvest Festival brings autumn lovers together for cra s from more than 160 vendors and live entertainment on two stages. There's also a classic car cruise and horse-and-buggy rides through the fall leaves. Sept. 24, 2016 Listen to popular songwriters singing their own tunes during the John Jarrard Foundation Concert on the Brenau University campus in Gainesville. Established in memory of beloved Gainesville songwriter John Jarrard, the event celebrates the lyricists behind many of our favorite songs. Oct. 12, 2016 Enjoy an oldfashioned country square dance with a live band during the Indian Summer Festival in Suches. You can also shop for art, quilts, and homemade pies from the Gaddistown Homemakers. Nov. 19, 2016 Sit down to a pancake breakfast with none other than Santa and Mrs. Claus during BabyLand General's Appalachian Christmas celebration in Cleveland. Bring your Cabbage Patch Kid to breakfast and take a holiday photo. 14 8 GEORGIA ON MY MIND Etowah River Water Trail Ride the Rivers By Sam Boykin Whether you're looking for roaring whitewater rapids or a family-friendly boating experience, Georgia's Northeast Mountains region is a top destination for paddlers. Start your adventure along one of the region's river trails, which have multiple access points and are suitable for day trips in canoes and kayaks. The 163-mile Etowah River Water Trail offers a little bit of everything. Experienced paddlers will love the adrenalinepumping northern section along the Etowah River and Hightower Falls, where Class IV rapids pound through rugged national forests. For a more leisurely boating excursion, head downriver, where it's mostly Class I flatwater--perfect for novices. One of the most biologically diverse rivers in the country, the Etowah is home to nearly eighty native fish species and boasts scenery just as varied, from state wildlife management areas to urban stretches through Rome. The Broad River Water Trail is part of an ongoing initiative to protect and preserve this valuable natural resource. Spanning seventy-five miles from Franklin County to Clarks Hill Reservoir next to Bobby Brown State Park, its mild rapids and numerous shoals make it a trail families and paddling newbies will enjoy. Stop to rest at some twelve access points, including several with information kiosks containing maps and details on the animals and plants that thrive along the river. For a paddling experience that offers a variety of conditions, launch your watercraft into the thirty-six-mile Upper Chattahoochee Water Trail. Flowing from the town of Helen to Clarks Bridge on Lake Lanier, the trail boasts a mix of flatwater and Class II-III rapids, along with rugged rock faces, boulders, wildlife, and multiple access points. N O RTH EA ST M O U NTAI N S Thanks to its picturesque landscape and collection of family-owned farms, Georgia's Northeast Mountains region is filled with "agritourism" options (attractions centered around agriculture). Pick blackberries and apples at Hillside Orchard Farms in Lakemont (pictured), learn about holistic farming at LoganBerry Heritage Farm in Cleveland, and celebrate fall at Jaemor Farms' pumpkin patch and corn maze in Alto. Make sure to visit each farm's market for fresh produce, jams and jellies, and bakery treats. KIDS CORNER SECRET LANDMARK In 1876, a massive diving bell that was used to mine for gold at the bottom of the Chestatee River sank under mysterious circumstances. It wasn't exhumed until 1981; today, you'll find the fascinating artifact on display in downtown Dahlonega. Cool River Tubing, Helen Consolidated Gold Mine, Dahlonega Funopolis, Commerce I.N.K. Interactive Neighborhood for Kids, Gainesville Cool River Tubing Enjoy a leisurely float down the Cha ahoochee River in Helen, courtesy of the outfi ers at Cool River Tubing. With three outposts and a courtesy bus ride back to where you started, Cool River makes it easy for families (including dogs!) to "shoot the Hooch." Funopolis Bring your family and your appetite for excitement to Funopolis. This Commerce a raction offers a variety of diversions for all ages, including arcade games, bumper cars and boats, mini golf, water wars, and laser tag. Consolidated Gold Mine Strike gold at the site of a late nineteenthcentury mine from Dahlonega's gold rush era. Pan for real gold and other gems, plus tour the underground mine, where courageous miners once uncovered gold within large quartz veins. I.N.K. Interactive Neighborhood for Kids Let your child's imagination run wild at Gainesville's I.N.K. Interactive Neighborhood Museum. Check out real X-rays in the radiology exhibit, shop for "food" in the pint-size grocery store, create a work of art in the po ery studio, and much more. EXPLOREGEORGIA.ORG 14 9 HILLSIDE ORCHARD FARMS PATSY MITCHAM COOL RIVER TUBING FUNOPOLIS CONSOLIDATED GOLD MINE I N K INTERACTIVE NEIGHBORHOOD FOR KIDS N O RTH E A ST M O U NTA I N S AT T R A CT I O N S Lake Nottely19 Young Harris Lake Chatuge 76 Dillard Rabun Gap Blairsville Hiawassee Sky Valley Mountain City NORTHEAST MOUNTAINS 76Tiger Lakemont Clayton Sautee Suches Dahlonega 129 Helen Cleveland Nacoochee Tallulah Falls Clarkesville Toccoa Falls Demorest 123Toccoa Clermont 19 Dawsonville Lake 129 Cornelia Mount Alto Airy Lula 441 Lake 85 Lavonia Hartwell Lanier 23 Homer Carnesville Hartwell Gainesville Oakwood 985 Gillsville Talmo Commerce Cumming Flowery Branch Lanier 441 400 Islands 85 Braselton Jefferson Royston Franklin Springs Bowman Danielsville 29 Comer Elberton Hoschton 129 Colbert Russell Lake Winder 29 AT T R A C T I O N S Alto Jaemor Farms Family-owned farm, orchard, and farm market with peaches, nectarines, apples, watermelons, cantaloupes, and more. Farm tours. 5340 Cornelia Hwy., 770-869-3999, jaemorfarms.com Blairsville Logan Turnpike Mill Smell the aroma of the bakery shop while watching fresh meal being ground. Antique mill making fresh-ground grains. 4494 Gainesville Hwy., 706-745-5735, 800-844-7487, loganturnpikemill.com Paradise Hills Resort & Spa This resort offers a fullservice spa, vineyards, and a boutique farm winery. Stop in for a wine tasting. 366 Paradise Rd., 706-745-7483, 877-745-7483, paradisehillsresort.com Sleepy Hollow Whimsical Fairy Garden Explore enchanted gardens with unique fairy houses and hobbit homes. Shop for gi s and art supplies in the store. 5279 Hwy. 515 E, 706-379-9622, whimsicalfairygarden.com Southern Tree Plantation Choose your own Christmas tree from the Fraser Fir lot, and enjoy hayrides, train rides, a maze, animals, and handcra s. 2227 Owltown Rd., 706-745-0601, southerntreeplantation.com A Step Above Stables Full-service horse stables offering guided trail rides, boarding, breeding, farrier service, and a covered arena. 696 Mauney Cir., 706-7459051, astepabovestables.com Trackrock Stables Experience a scenic mountain trail ride through the Trackrock Campground. Guided rides only. Reservations recomended. 202 Trackrock Camp Rd., 706-745-5252, 800-826-0073, trackrockstables.com Union County Historical Society Museum See vestiges of the county's rich past, from Civil War memorabilia to 19thcentury farm equipment. 3 Townsquare, 706-745-5493, unioncountyhistory.org Vogel State Park One of Georgia's oldest, this park has trails, waterfalls, a 22-acre lake with beach, and a Civilian Conservation Corps museum. 405 Vogel State Park Rd., 706-745-2628, 800-864-7275, georgiastateparks.org/vogel Bowman The Sandbar Kayak Rentals Enjoy kayaking and zip lining on the beautiful Broad River. Our Broad River kayak rentals are a great value. 3435 King Hall Mill Rd., 706-245-4163, thesandbarbroadriver.com Braselton Chateau Elan Winery & Resort A 16th-century-style French chateau with lush vineyards, a 275-room inn, a spa, golf, tennis, a winery, and restaurants. 100 Rue Charlemagne Dr., 678-425-0900, 800-233-9463, chateauelan.com Mayfield Dairy Farm Visitors Center Tour our milk plant. Purchase a scoop of ice cream. Visit the gi shop. Milk "Bella," our incredible mechanical milking cow. 1160 Broadway Ave., 706-654-9180, 888-298-0396, mayfielddairy.com Jaemor Farms, Alto Road Atlanta Recognized as one of the world's best road courses. This multi-purpose motor sports facility is situated on 750 parklike acres. 5300 Winder Hwy., 770-967-6143, 800-849-7223, roadatlanta.com Clarkesville Blackhawk Fly-Fishing Fish for large rainbow and brown trout on the Soque River. Open year-round. Food and lodging packages available. Soque River, 9400 Hwy. 197 N, 706-947-3474, blackhawkflyfishing.com Brigadoon Lodge Fly-Fishing A favorite fly-fishing destination for anglers from around the world. Offers fly-fishing lessons, classes, and clinics. 8137 GA Hwy. 197 N, 706-7541558, brigadoonlodge.com Burton Trout Hatchery See rainbow and brown trout being raised for stocking into mountain streams in North Georgia. Open daily. 3695 Hwy. 197 N, 706-947-3112, georgiawildlife.org/node/762 Georgia Mountain Angler Offering guided trout flyfishing trips on North Georgia rivers and streams, including the Cha ahoochee and Cha ooga. 213 Wall Bridge Rd., 706-499-8429, gamountainangler.com Hickory Flat Po ery Watch local po er throwing pots, tour kiln house, and browse studio filled with porcelain, raku po ery, and other art. 13664 Hwy. 197 N, 706-947-0030, hickoryflatpottery.com Mark of the Po er See the inner workings of an old gristmill and shop for po ery art. Feed the pet trout and view the falls from the deck. 9982 State Hwy. 197 N, 706-947-3440, marko hepo er.com Moccasin Creek State Park Located on Lake Burton, this park features a wheelchairaccessible fishing pier, hiking trails, and is near a fish hatchery. 3655 GA Hwy. 197, 706-947-3194, 800-864-7275, georgiastateparks.org/moccasincreek Sunburst Adventures Take a mountain trail ride or zip across our farm by zip lines. Family fun for all ages. 9 miles from Helen. 251 Sunburst Ln., 706-389-9544, 888-505-2820, sunburststables.com JAEMOR FARMS 15 0 GEORGIA ON MY MIND From the crossroads to the foothills...simply the best! Banks Crossing Interstate 85N, Exit 149 (halfway between Atlanta and Greenville) Bring your family for the weekend! SHOP STAY DINE PLAY For specials, stay-and-play packages, and bonus discount coupons, go to www.BanksCountyGA.net 706.335.4806 N O RTH E A ST M O U NTA I N S AT T R A CT I O N S VISITOR RESOURCES DESTINATION MARKETING ORGANIZATIONS: Call or email these professional resources when dreaming, planning, and booking your next Georgia vacation. *Alpine Helen-White County Convention and Visitors Bureau & Welcome Center 726 Bruckenstrasse, Helen, GA 30545, 706.878.2181, helenga.org Banks County Chamber 706.335.4866, bankscountychamber.com Barrow County Chamber 770.867.9444, barrowchamber. com Blairsville-Union County Chamber 706.745.5789, visitBlairsvilleGA.com Cumming-Forsyth County Chamber 770.887.6461, cummingforsythchamber.org *Dahlonega-Lumpkin County Chamber, Convention and Visitors Bureau & Welcome Center 13 South Park Street, Dahlonega, GA 30533, 706.864.3513, dahlonega.org Dawson County Chamber & Office of Tourism Development 706.265.6278, dawson. org Elbert County Chamber 706.283.5651, elbertga.com Franklin County Chamber 706.384.4659, franklin-county. com Gainesville Tourism & Trade Office 770.531.2664, gainesville.org Greater Hall Chamber 770.532.6206, greaterhallchamber.com Greater Helen Chamber 678.878.1908, helenchamber. com Habersham County Chamber 706.778.4654, habershamchamber.com Hart County Chamber 706.376.8590, hart-chamber. org Jackson County Area Chamber 706.387.0300, jacksoncountyga.com *Lake Lanier Convention and Visitors Bureau & Welcome Center 2875 Browns Bridge Road, Gainesville, GA 30504, 770.536.5209, lakelaniercvb. com Lavonia Chamber of Commerce 706.356.8202, lavoniachamber.com Madison County Chamber 706.795.3473, madisoncountyga.org Rabun County Chamber 706.782.4812, gamountains.com Rabun County Tourism Development Authority 706.212.0241, explorerabun.com *Toccoa-Stephens County Chamber and Welcome Center 160 N. Alexander Street, Toccoa, GA 30577, 706.886.2132, toccoagachamber.com *Towns County Chamber and Visitors Center 1411 Jack Dayton Circle, Young Harris, GA 30582, 706.896.4966, mountaintopga.com White County Chamber 706.865.5356, whitecountychamber.org REGIONAL VISITOR INFORMATION CENTER When you're here and need more information, these certified locations have staff trained to help. They can also make recommendations about walking tours, restaurants, and more. Jackson County Welcome Center 85 Washington Street, Jefferson, GA 30549, 706.387.7685 GEORGIA VISITOR INFORMATION CENTER Located at Georgia's Interstate 85 gateway, stop here for Georgia travel information. Lavonia 938 County Road 84, Lavonia, GA 30553, 706.356.4019 *Also a Regional Visitor Information Center available for drop-by visits. Clayton Cha ooga Ridge Canopy Tours Experience 10 soaring zips and four sky bridges, culminating with a 440-foot double zip over Academy Lake. Hwy. 76, 864-647-9587, 800-4519972, wildwaterra ing.com/ portfolio-item/cha oogaridge-canopy-tours Historic Clayton, GA Walking Tour Walking tour of 18 homes, businesses, and other structures located in the historic mountain town of Clayton. 81 N. Church St., 706-782-5292, rabunhistory.org Nantahala Outdoor Center Cha ooga Outpost Offering whitewater ra ing as well as canoe and kayak instruction. Group and seasonal discounts available. 7350 Hwy. 76 E, 800-2327238, noc.com/whitewaterra ing/cha ooga-river/ Noble Wine Cellar Visit a winery tasting room featuring wines produced from the local vineyards and farms of the northeast Georgia mountains. 58 N. Main St., 706-212-0407 Southeastern Expeditions Offers family-friendly and high adventure whitewater ra ing adventures on the Cha ooga River. Minimum age is 10 years old. 7350 U.S. Hwy. 76 E, 800-868-7238, southeasternexpeditions.com Wildwater Cha ooga Adventure Center Whitewater ra ing trips, zip line canopy tours, kayak clinics, high and low ropes courses, and a climbing wall. Hwy. 76, 800-451-9972, wildwaterra ing.com/chattooga.php Clermont Glo-Crest Dairy & Mountain Fresh Creamery See the final stages of real-time production of highquality, farm-fresh milk, bu er, and ice cream. 6615 Cleveland Hwy., 770-983-1666, mountainfreshcreamery.com Cleveland Babyland General Hospital Witness the birth of Cabbage Patch Kids in their new Southern-style home in the Georgia mountains. Adoption consultations. 300 N. O. K. Dr., 706-865-2171, cabbagepatchkids.com Cannon Falls Lodge This guided fly-fishing outfi er service provides fishermen one of the most beautiful fly-fishing experiences in the South. Off U.S. Hwy. 129 N, 706-348-7919, cannonfallslodge.com The Co age Vineyard & Winery Sit and relax in our tasting room and enjoy breathtaking mountain views, fine wines, cheese trays, and music. 5050 Hwy. 129 N, 706-865-0053, co agevineyardwinery.com Gold 'n Gem Grubbin' Visit an authentic operating gold mine, and pan for gold and gemstones. Fishing and camping available. 75 Gold Nugget Ln., 706865-5454, 800-942-4436, goldngemgrubbinstore.com Serenity Cellars Visit the tasting room and shop for wine-related gi s at this family-owned boutique winery located in North Georgia. 265 Laurel Ridge Rd., 706-348-1277, serenitycellars.com Wildwood Outfi ers Outpost at the Cha ahoochee River offers groups and individuals guided, unguided, and assisted canoe, kayak, and ra rentals. 26 Megan Dr., 706-865-4451, wildwoodoutfitters.com Yonah Mountain Vineyards & Winery Enjoy celebrated and awardwinning wines in the grand, yet relaxed, tasting room. Tour the only known wine cave in Georgia. 1717 Hwy. 255 S, 706-878-5522, yonahmountainvineyards.com Colbert Brush Creek Farm A 1200-acre working ca le ranch specializing in naturally raised beef. Offers fun activities for the whole family. 1631 Moriah Church Rd., 706-7883797, brushcreekfarm.net Moon Farms Country Market Pick-your-own strawberries or we will pick them for you fresh from the strawberry farm daily. 3498 Hwy. 72 E, 706-338-0065, moon-farms.com Babyland General Hospital, Cleveland Comer Watson Mill Bridge State Park See Georgia's longest covered bridge, and enjoy seasonal canoe and pedal boat rentals, trails, and fishing. 650 Watson Mill Rd., 706-783-5349, 800-864-7275, georgiastateparks.org/ watsonmillbridge Commerce The Veggie Patch at Bouchard Farms Provides locally grown, vineripened organic produce for healthy living. Stop here for fresh in-season vegetables. 751 Nunn Rd., 706-616-7869, veggiepatchga.com Cumming Balloons Over Georgia Experience Georgia from the sky. Plan a hot air balloon ride for that special occasion or just for a thrill of a lifetime. 235 Castleberry Rd., 678-2834033, balloonsovergeorgia. com Big Fish On Lake Lanier Fishing Guide & Charters This fishing charter and guide service specializes in light tackle striped bass charter fishing trips on Lake Lanier. 2040 Foster Dr., 770-5985195, bigfishonguide.com Catching Not Fishing Lake Lanier Guide Service Operated by Captain Clay Cunningham, this fishing guide service is open yearround and seven days a week on Lake Lanier. Lake Lanier, 770-630-2673, catchingnotfi shing.com Sawnee Mountain Preserve A 963-acre preserve with hiking trails, Indian Seats, tree canopy classroom, picnic pavilions, and climbing area. 4075 Spot Rd., 770-781-2217, sawneemountain.org GDED 15 2 GEORGIA ON MY MIND An outdoor adventure every day T here's no better place to explore the great outdoors than in White County. With over 20 area waterfalls, 7 wineries, 3 State Parks and Georgia's Newest Historic Site, every day is an adventure. We also offer excellent hiking, biking, zip-lining, tubing, kayaking, golf and much, much more. HELEN CLEVELAND SAUTEE-NACOOCHEE Alpine Helen white county Welcome Center & Welcome Center 726 BRUCKENSTRASSE HELEN, GA 30545 122 N. MAIN STREET CLEVELAND, GA 30533 800.858.8027 HelenGA.org 706.865.5356 WhiteCountyChamber.org 13th Annual BLAIRSVILLE SCOTTISH FESTIVAL & Highland Games ,3.2/612#5-,6%%12(H Photo: Scott Michael Anna Photography PLAY HERE. The perfect destination for your next outdoor adventure. LIVE HERE. Everything you need to grow your family and your business. June 11 & 12 9 am - 5 pm Meeks Park 706-745-5789 Voted Top 20 Event by STS www.blairsvillescottishfestival.com www.blairsvillechamber.com Atlanta's Premier Winery, Golf & Spa Destination Visit us at www.chateauelan.com to start planning your next getaway. Or, Call 678-425-0900 62*.#/3i P3'2.1- The Ridges Resort & Marina is an enchanting mountain lakeside retreat on the shores of Lake Chatuge surrounded by the Blue Ridge Mountains where you can relax and rejuvenate peacefully with endless outdoor activities and adventure just steps away. 66 ELEGANT GUEST ROOMS | SPACIOUS LAKE VILLAS | FULL SERVICE MARINA THE BLUE OTTER RESTAURANT & SPORTS BAR | SALTWATER MINERAL POOL INDOOR & OUTDOOR EVENT VENUES | WAKE BOARD PARK TheRidgesResort.com 4399 US Hwy 76 West Young Harris, GA 706-896-2262 | 888-834-4409 HI\U COUNT Y 1V,V, D DDDDDD2DDD . DD Chteau lan Winery & Resort 100 Tour De France, Braselton, Georgia 30517 Located I-85 North, Exit 126 - 30 Minutes North of Downtown Atlanta 15 4 GEORGIA ON MY MIND ZZZ([SORUH5DEXQFRP AT T R A CT I O N S N O RTH EA ST M O U N TAI N S Dahlonega Gold Museum Historic Site, Dahlonega Shane Watson's Lake Lanier Guide Service Fish for trophy striper with experienced guides. Live bait, trolling, and artificials. Open yearround, seven days a week. 4255 Browns Bridge Rd., 770-889-5549, lakelanierstripers.com Dahlonega Appalachian Outfi ers Experience the serenity of the Etowah and Chestatee rivers by canoe, kayak, or inner tube floats. 2084 S. Chestatee, Hwy. 60, 706-864-7117, canoegeorgia. com Bob Owens Art Gallery, University of North Georgia Visit the gallery to see approximately six exhibitions annually, including the Hal B. Rhodes Student Exhibition. 82 College Cir., 706-864-1512, ung.edu/ art-galleries Canvas and Cork, Wine Tasting and Art Located just off the Dahlonega Square. Stop in for wine tasting and to see working artists' studios and an art gallery. 90 N. Meaders St., 706-525-1563, canvasandcorkdahlonega.us Chestatee River Adventures Kayak and tubing rental on the Chestatee River in Dahlonega. Enjoy wildlife, rock cliffs, and woodland scenery. 2718 S. Chestatee St., 770-540-9950, chestateeriveradventures.com Chestatee Wildlife Preserve, A North Georgia Zoo Specializes in the preservation of exotic and domestic wildlife through education. See African lions, zebras, emus, and more. 469 Old Dahlonega Hwy., 678859-6820, chestateewildlife.com Consolidated Gold Mines Tour underground tunnels, learn about miners, mining equipment, and geology, pan for or screen for gems. 185 Consolidated Gold Mine Rd., 706-864-8473, consolidatedgoldmine.com Crisson Gold Mine Visit Georgia's only working stamp mill, a machine used to crush rock and remove gold. Pan for gold and gemstones. 2736 Morrison Moore Pkwy. E, 706864-6363, crissongoldmine.com Dahlonega Gold Museum Historic Site Learn about our nation's first gold rush inside the oldest courthouse in Georgia. 1 Public Sq., 706-864-2257, georgiastateparks.org/dahlonegagoldmuseum Dahlonega Stories "Landmarks & Legends" Learn about the site of the first American Gold Rush on this selfguided walking tour. Brochures at the Chamber of Commerce. 13 S. Park St., 706-864-3513, 800231-5543, dahlonegadda.org/ events/landmarks-a-legends Dahlonega Tasting Room Taste Habersham wines made from locally grown grapes on the Historic Downtown Square in Dahlonega. Open daily. 16 N. Park St., 706-864-8275, chambermaster.com/directory/jsp/busdir/MemberPage. jsp?ccid=69&memid=139 Dahlonega Wine Tours Tour the Georgia Wine Highway's wineries in and around Dahlonega. Includes pickup service. Available anytime. 13 S. Park St., 678-223-5960, paddystaxi.com/wine_tourinfo Folkways Cra Gallery & Tasting Room See work by local and regional artists, contemporary fine art and cra s, and sample wines from the Co age Vineyard Winery. 11 S. Grove St., Ste. 300, 706-864-7132, folkwayscra gallery.com Frogtown Cellars Vineyards & Winery Taste why Frogtown is the most awarded winery located outside of California in major competitions. Dry, sweet, and muscadine. 700 Ridge Point Dr., 706-8650687, frogtownwine.com Georgia Wine Tours Enjoy a day trip to some of Georgia's best wineries. We'll take you from Atlanta, or a designated location of your choosing. 13 S. Park St., 404-9241288, georgiawinetours.com Gold City Corral & Carriage Company Guided trail horseback rides, romantic carriage rides, wedding carriage and dinner wagon excursions. 49 Forrest Hills Rd., 706867-9395, goldcitycorral.com Medicine Bow, Ltd. This wilderness school connects students of all ages with the forest and ancient skills and lore of the Native Americans. 104 Medicine Bow, 706-864-5928, medicinebow.net Montaluce Winery & Estates This Tuscan-style property abuts the Etowah River and the Chatahoochee National Forest. Tasting room and restaurant. 946 Via Montaluce, 706-867-4060, 866-991-8566, montaluce.com Yahoola United Cherokee Museum The museum contains Cherokee and other Native American displays of artifacts, authentic reproductions of tools and weaponry. 11 S. Grove St., Ste. 700, 706-864-4094, yahoolacherokeemuseum.com/ EXPLOREGEORGIA.ORG 15 5 GEORGIA DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES N O RTH E A ST M O U NTA I N S AT T R A CT I O N S ATLANTA MOTORSPORTS PARK CHADBEE PHOTOGRAPHY DILLARD HOUSE STABLES STEVE THORNTON Atlanta Motorsports Park, Dawsonville Danielsville Broad River Outpost Paddle exciting but easy rapids in a canoe or kayak. Self-guided; lessons and campground are available. 7911 Wildcat Bridge Rd., 706-795-3242, broadriveroutpost.com Dawsonville Amicalola Falls State Park & Lodge The centerpiece of one of Georgia's most popular parks, the 729-foot waterfall is the highest in the Southeast. 418 Amicalola Falls Lodge Rd., 706-265-8888, 800-573-9656, amicalolafallslodge.com Atlanta Motorsports Park A multi-purpose motorsports facility located in the idyllic rolling foothills of the North Georgia mountains. 20 Duck Thurmond Rd., 678-381-8527, atlantamotorsportspark.com Bowen Center for the Arts A 5,000-square-foot historic building built in the postDepression era. Three galleries house exhibits, classes, and events. 334 Hwy. 9 N, 706-216-2787, dawsonarts.org Bradley's Pumpkin Patch, Christmas Trees & Country Store Find a great selection of pumpkins, gourds, Indian corn, Ellijay apples, honey, Fraser Fir Christmas trees, and more. 24 Lawrence Dr., 770-380-3636 Burt's Farm This farm offers 40 acres of homegrown pumpkins, popcorn, Indian corn, and ornamental gourds. Enjoy hayrides in the fall. 5 Burt's Farm Rd., 706-265-3701, 800600-2878, burtsfarm.com Dawsonville Moonshine Distillery Makes hand-cra ed corn whiskey using traditional recipes handed down from the original moonshinin' bad boys of Appalachia. 415 Hwy. 53 E, Ste. 120, 770-401-1211, dawsonvillemoonshinedistillery.com Georgia Racing Hall of Fame Visit The Alley and other exhibits to learn about Georgia's auto-racing giants, especially Dawsonville's own Bill Ellio . 415 Hwy. 53 E, 706-216-7223, georgiaracinghof.com Jungle Paradise Daylilies Take a leisurely stroll through the gardens and view the many rare and unusual flowers, as well as our special daylilies. 929 Mill Creek Dr., 706-265-2130, jungleparadisedaylilies.com Outside World Outfi ers Visit Outside World Outfitters for paddling lessons and trips. Visit our expert staff for a kayak trip or outdoor adventure. 471 Quill Dr., 706-265-4500, theoutsideworld.net Uncle Shucks Corn Maze & Pumpkin Patch A 12-acre complex in Dawson County that offers living pathways through a forest of cornstalks. Fun for kids of all ages. 4520 Hwy. 53 E, 770-772-6223, 888-674-8257, uncleshucks.com Demorest Mason-Scharfenstein Museum of Art Displays primarily 19th and 20th century American art, along with special exhibits by regional artists. 567 Georgia St., 706-778-3000, piedmont. edu/venues Dillard Dillard House Stables Offers farm rides, river rides, trail rides, a children's ring ride, or an all-day ride. Riding lessons and fly-fishing. 1153 Franklin St., 706-746-2038, dillardhousestables.com Elberton Elberton Granite Museum & Exhibit Self-guided exhibits of antique granite-working tools used in the quarry, as well as other artifacts. One Granite Plaza, 706-283-2551, egaonline.com Lake Russell Sportsman's Lodge Fully furnished 3 BR/2 BA house. Nice deck for outdoor relaxation. 1140 Welcome Church Rd., 706340-6287, lakerussellsportsmanslodge.weebly.com Richard B. Russell State Park On a 26,650-acre lake, this park offers fishing, a beach, boat rental and ramps, disc golf, an 18-hole golf course, and trails. 2650 Russell State Park Dr., 706-213-2045, 800864-7275, georgiastateparks. org/richardbrussell Gainesville Alta Vista Cemetery & Longstreet Gravesite See the final resting places of many notable Georgians, including Lt. Gen. James Longstreet, a commander in the Civil War. 521 Jones St., 770-531-2664, gainesville.org/ alta-vista-cemetery Don Carter State Park On the north end of Lake Lanier, Georgia's newest state park offers a sand swimming beach, boat ramps, and a multi-use trail. 5000 N. Browning Bridge Rd., 678-450-7726, 800-864-7275, gastateparks.org/doncarter Elachee Nature Science Center Promoting environmental understanding through education and conservation. Located in the Chicopee Woods Nature Preserve. 2125 Elachee Dr., 770-535-1976, elachee.org Historic Piedmont Hotel and Museum Tour the hotel opened in 1876 by Lt. Gen. James Longstreet. Rumor says the first ba erfried chicken was served here. 827 Maple St., 770-5399005, longstreetsociety.org/ The_Piedmont_Hotel.html Interactive Neighborhood for Kids (I.N.K.) Museum designed to encourage children to develop to their full potential through educational hands-on learning experiences. 999 Chestnut St. SE, Ste. 11, 770536-1900, inkfun.org Kinsey Family Farm Agritainment farm specializes in fall activities, Christmas trees, and landscape trees. Offers a fun atmosphere for families. 7170 Jot-em Down Rd., 770-887-6028, kinseyfamilyfarm.com Lanier Flight Center Gainesville Take a sightseeing trip over Lake Lanier and the North Georgia mountains or learn to fly. 1660 Palmour Dr. AA-5, 678-989-2395, lanierflightcenter.com/pilot-resources/ gi -certificate Northeast Georgia History Center Displays and exhibits of northeast Georgia's heritage, culture, and people. Tour Chief Whitepath's cabin. 322 Academy St. NE, 770-2975900, negahc.org Quinlan Visual Arts Center Five gallery spaces host exhibitions, featuring art in all media, including realism, folk art, abstracts, and portraits. 514 Green St. NE, 770-5362575, quinlanartscenter.org Dillard House Stables, Dillard Tap It Gainesville Growlers Each of our beer selections uses only the finest hops, wheat, barley, and other ingredients to combine for a fine tasting brew. 1850 Thompson Bridge Rd., 678897-3985, tapitgrowler.com Walking Tour of Our Solar System Learn about placement of the planets in relationship to the sun and moon in a practical way. This walking tour is 1.8 miles. Downtown Square, 770-531-2664, gainesville. org/a ractions/solar-systemwalking-tour Gillsville Hewell's Po ery Specializing in unglazed horticultural ware--flower, strawberry pots, and gardenware. Tours of the facility are available. 6035 GA Hwy. 52, 770-869-3469, hewellspottery.com Hartwell Hartwell Hart County Botanical Garden Six acres of land in Hart County, featuring a children's garden, memorial garden, garden pavilion, and an outdoor classroom. 1277 Elberton Hwy., 706-201-5497, hartcogardens.org Historic Downtown Hartwell Walking Tour This self-guided walking tour includes 32 homes, businesses, churches, and landmarks in historic downtown Hartwell, Georgia. 111 W. Franklin St., 706-376-0188, hartwellmainstreet.com Morgan Stables Offering horse lessons and pleasure rides along Lake Hartwell. 205 Elrod Ferry Rd., 706-376-0064, morganstables.net 15 6 GEORGIA ON MY MIND LAKE LANIER CANOPY TOURS AT T R ACTI O N S N O RTH EA ST M O U N TAI N S Helen Alpine Carriage Company Enjoy a horse-drawn carriage ride in downtown Helen. Special rides are available for weddings, hotel and restaurant pick-up. 2345 Tower Rd., 706-892-9584, visithelen.org/item/alpinecarriage-company Cha ahoochee Stables Take a guided trail ride with a well-trained quarter horse and enjoy the view of the historic Sautee Nacoochee Valley. 2180 Hwy. 17, 706-878-7000, chattahoocheestables.com Cool River Adventures Experience the thrill of zip lining with our highly trained guides. Walk on aerial bridges and zip across the Cha ahoochee. 112 Poplar Stump Rd., 706-878-9471, 800-896-4595, coolriveradventures.com Cool River Tubing Enjoy scenic one-hour or 2.5hour floats or the Cha achoochee waterslide. Picnic areas and grills available. 590 Edelweiss Dr., 706-878-2665, 800-896-4595, coolrivertubing.com Habersham Vineyards and Winery Visit Georgia's oldest and second-largest winery, producing 15,000 cases annually from Georgia-grown grapes. 7025 S. Main St., 706-878-9463, habershamvineyards.com/ Helen Tubing and Waterpark Enjoy a water park with slides, tubes, and a lazy river. Take a 1.5- to 3-hour trip down the Cha ahoochee. Opening May 23. 222 Edelweiss St., 706-8781082, helentubing.com Nacoochee Outdoor Adventures Zip tree to tree with our certified guides who will ensure your safety, while telling you the history of early moonshiners. 7019 S. Main St., 706-878-9477, zipntime.com Nora Mill Granary The gristmill features the original millstone used since 1875 to turn and grind grains. Purchase stone-ground grits and more. 7107 S. Main St., 706-878-2375, 800-927-2375, noramill.com Lake Lanier Canopy Tours, Lanier Islands Smithgall Woods State Park Enjoy catch-and-release trout fishing (reservations required), hiking, biking, picnicking, and wildlife observation. 61 Tsalaki Trl., 706-878-3087, 800-864-7275, georgiastateparks.org/smithgallwoods Unicoi Outfi ers Helen Learn fly-fishing skills in classes and workshops, and fish with a professional guide to learn finer details of the sport. 7280 S. Main St., 706-878-3083, unicoioutfitters.com Unicoi State Park & Lodge Visit this park near Helen for hiking and mountain biking, beach swimming, boating, fishing, birding, and geocaching. 1788 Hwy. 356, 706-878-2201, 800-5739659, unicoilodge.com Unicoi Wine Trail Take a trip on the Unicoi Wine Trail to six local wineries and their cozy tasting rooms. 7025 S. Main St., 706-878-9463, unicoiwinetrail.com Hiawassee The Willows Po ery A working studio featuring decorative, functional stoneware po ery. Watch the po ers work, and paint your own po ery. 7273 S. Main St., 706-878-1344, thewillowspo ery.com ArtWorks Artisan Centre Decorative and functional handcra ed items from more than 45 regional artists and cra smen. Adult and children's classes. 232B Chatuge Way, 706-896-0932, artguildstore.com Hamilton Gardens at Lake Chatuge A botanical paradise of dogwood, azaleas, trillium, and more than 400 varieties of rhododendron on Lake Chatuge. 1311 Music Hall Rd., 706-896-4191, georgiamountainfairgrounds.com/2015-events/ hamilton-gardens Hightower Creek Vineyards As a family winery and vineyard, we know the importance of food, friends, and a sense of home. Serve with a smile. 7150 Canaan Dr., 706-896-8963, 855682-4112, hightowercreekvineyards.com Homer Grove River Ranch LLC Visit this scenic equestrian center for riding and horse training lessons, camps, clinics, and riding vacations. 345 Hickory Flat Dr., 706-677-0072, groveriverranch.com Jefferson Crawford W. Long Museum Highlights the life and medical career of Dr. Crawford W. Long, a Georgia physician who performed the first painless surgery. 28 College St., 706-367-5307, crawfordlong.org Shields-Ethridge Heritage Farm An outdoor agricultural museum with a co on gin, blacksmith shop, wheat house, gristmill, and restored 1900s schoolhouse. 2355 Ethridge Rd., 706-367-2949, shieldsethridgefarminc.com Lakemont Bear Gap Outfi ers & Lake Rabun Boat Rentals A variety of watercra for rent as well as guided boat rides and cruises. 6 Bear Gap Rd., 706782-4438 Hillside Orchard Farms Country Store and Farm Visit this roadside country store for seasonal produce, jams, jellies, and ciders. Fall corn maze, barnyard, and gem mine. 18 Sorghum Mill Dr., 706-782-2776, 800-2629429, retail.hillsideorchard.com Lanier Islands Lake Lanier Canopy Tours Soar through the air effortlessly on 29 zip lines crossing through the trees at Lake Lanier Islands Resort. 7000 Lanier Islands Pkwy., 678-622-3990, lakelaniercanopytours.com LanierWorld at Lanier Islands Experience a variety of a ractions, restaurants, activities, and a beach and water park within Lanier Islands. 7000 Lanier Islands Pkwy., 770-945-8787, lanierislands.com/lanierworld The Stables at Lanier Islands Explore trails along the shores of Lanier Islands by horseback. Pony rides, summer camps, and riding lessons available. 7000 Lanier Islands Pkwy., 678-3187886, lanierislands.com/activities/equestrian Lavonia Balloon Safaris International Georgia's oldest hot air balloon service. Charters depart twice daily, weather permi ing. 986 E. Main St., 706-356-8087, balloonsafari.com Tugaloo State Park On Lake Hartwell, this park has cabins, yurts, camping, boat ramps, canoes, beach, trails, and mini golf. 1763 Tugaloo State Park Rd., 706-356-4362, 800-864-7275, georgiastateparks.org/tugaloo EXPLOREGEORGIA.ORG 157 ADMISSION IS FREE VOTED TOP 10 TOYLAND IN USA Open: Mon-Sat 9-5 & Sun 10-5 UPCOMING EVENTS: 28th Annual Easter Eggstravaganza, March 19 Fall Fest, Sept. 10 38th Annual Appalachian Christmas, Nov. 19th Come See and Adopt our Exclusives Available only at BabyLand and on our website. 300 N.O.K. Drive, Cleveland, GA 30528 706-865-2171 www.cabbagepatchkids.com f: Cabbage Patch Kids Fan Page T: @cpkusa 2015 O.A.A., Inc. 230 Lapidary Ln Young Harris GA 30582 registrar@williamhollandschool.com 706.379.2126 www.lapidaryschool.org N O RT H EA ST M O U N TAI N S AT TRACTI O N S Lula North Georgia Canopy Tours Georgia's Ultimate Zip Line Guided tours of eight people enjoy two sky bridges, hikes, and rappel with zips over a pond. 5290 Harris Rd., 770-869-7272, northgeorgiacanopytours.com Mountain City Black Rock Mountain State Park At 3,640 feet, Georgia's highest state park has trails, fishing, and a visitor center with gi shop and picnic tables. 3085 Black Rock Mountain Pkwy., 706-7462141, 800-864-7275, georgiastateparks.org/blackrockmountain Foxfire Museum & Heritage Center A 22-log-cabin village that showcases early Appalachian life with exhibits and a gi shop full of books and cra s. 98 Foxfire Ln., 706-746-5828, foxfire.org Oakwood Sweetwater Outfi ing Company Full-service outfi er provides guided fly-fishing trips year-round in North Georgia. 3645 Hilldale Rd., 770-530-2228, sweetwateroutfi ingcompany.com Rabun Gap Hambidge Center for Creative Arts and Sciences On the National Register of Historic Places, see an artists gallery, Barker's Grist Mill, and trails. 105 Hambidge Ct., 706746-7324, hambidge.org Royston Ty Cobb Museum Museum in Ty Cobb's hometown features li le-known facts, memorabilia, rare films and photographs, and personal belongings. 461 Cook St., 706-245-1825, tycobbmuseum.org Victoria Bryant State Park Stroll along the stream that flows through the park, hike through hardwoods and over creeks, and play golf on rolling hills. 1105 Bryant Park Rd., 706-245-6270, 800-864-7275, georgiastateparks. org/victoriabryant Sautee Nacoochee African American Heritage Site at SNCA The only known slave dwelling in northeast Georgia tells the history of the Sautee and Nacoochee African American community. 283 GA Hwy. 255 N, 706-878-3300, snca.org/snc/museums/heritage/ index.php Dukes Creek Gold and Ruby Mines Pan for gold and screen for gems at the site of the first major discovery of gold in the United States. 6145 Helen Hwy., 706-878-2625, dukescreek.com Folk Po ery Museum of Northeast Georgia Exhibits trace 200 years of the region's folk po ery history and show how the tradition has evolved. 283 Hwy. 255 N, 706878-3300, folkpo erymuseum. com The Gourd Place Features gourds from around the world and po ery made from gourd molds. See the museum, nature trail, and retail shop. 2319 Duncan Bridge Rd., 706-8654048, gourdplace.com Old Sautee Store & Museum This general store just outside Helen in the Sautee-Nacoochee Valley is now a museum. Fresh bread, drinks, and more for sale. 2315 Hwy. 17, 706-878-2281, oldsauteestore.com Sautee Nacoochee Center This arts-based community center, once an old schoolhouse, includes a folk po ery museum, gallery, theater, and more. 283 GA Hwy. 255 N, 706-878-3300, snca.org Scarle 's Secret Located in a plantation-style home, this museum has Gone with the Wind and Civil War memorabilia, a tea room, and gi shop. 1902 GA Hwy. 17, 706-8781028, scarle secret.com VIP Southern Tours Wine Tasting Tours Spend a day traveling by luxury motorcoach to North Georgia wineries, including tastings, lunch, and exclusive winery tours. 5058 Helen Hwy., Ste. A, 706-348-8747, vipsoutherntours.com Suches Reel Angling Adventures Guided fishing trips include trout fly-fishing expeditions on public and private waters, and bass fishing on lakes. 103 Red Oak Rd., 706-838-5259, 866-899-5259, ReelAnglingAdventures.com The Valley at Suches Learn the art of fly-fishing or catch a trophy trout at our private trout fly-fishing venue located in Toccoa River Valley. 2939 Gaddistown Rd., 678-5915905, gatrophytrout.com/ Ty Cobb Museum, Royston Tallulah Falls Tallulah Gorge State Park Visit an interpretive center, hike trails, and cross a suspension bridge to see the 2-mile-long and 1,000-foot-deep gorge. 338 Jane Hurt Yarn Dr., 706-754-7981, georgiastateparks.org/tallulahgorge Tiger Goats On The Roof A unique family destination with live goats on the roof, Amish food and gi s, and gem mining. 3026 Hwy. 441 S, 706-782-2784, goatson-the-roof.com Tiger Mountain Vineyards Nestled on a hillside on the rocky, sunny slopes of the North Georgia mountains. Tastings available year-round. 2592 Old Hwy. 441 S, 706-782-4777, tigerwine.com Toccoa Currahee Military Museum A museum dedicated to Camp Currahee, the U.S.'s first Paratrooper Training Facility during World War II. 160 N. Alexander St., 706-282-5055, toccoahistory.com Stephens County Historical Museum In a historic train depot, the museum features information and artifacts from Stephens County's past. 160 N. Alexander St., 706282-5055, toccoahistory.com Winder Fort Yargo State Park See the 1792 log fort; swim, fish, and boat in the 260-acre lake; play disc golf and mini golf; bike and hike miles of trails. 210 S. Broad St., 770-867-3489, 800-864-7275, georgiastateparks.org/fortyargo Young Harris Crane Creek Vineyards Wine tastings. Vintner's Tours and tastings by appointment. Gi shop with gourmet food items and unique gi s. 916 Crane Creek Rd., 706-379-1236, cranecreekvineyards.com Young Harris Water Sports World-class boat and jet ski rentals, water sports equipment, wakeboarding lessons, and family-oriented camps. 1525 Mining Gap Rd., 706-896-0834, yhwatersports.com CHERYL SMITH 15 8 GEORGIA ON MY MIND WH E R E TO STAY N O RTH EA ST G E O R G I A M O U N TAI N S Hotels & Motels BLAIRSVILLE Best Western Milton Inn 201 Hwy. 515 W, 706-745-6995, bestwestern.com/miltoninn Comfort Inn - Blairsville 90 Fisher St., 706-745-6844, comfortinn.com Seasons Inn - Blairsville 94 Town Sq., 706-745-1631, 800901-4422, seasons-inn.com B R A S E LTO N Best Western Braselton Inn 303 Zion Church Rd., 706-654-3081, 800-528-1234, bestwestern.com Country Inn & Suites by Carlson - Braselton 925 Hwy. 124, 770-868-5419, countryinns.com Days Inn - Clayton 54 U.S. Hwy. 441 N, 706-782-4258, daysinn.com Holiday Inn Express - Braselton 2069 Hwy. 211 NW, 770867-8100, hiexpress.com C LAY TO N Americas Best Value Inn Clayton 698 U.S. Hwy. 441 S, 706-782-4702, americasbestvalueinn.com Days Inn - Clayton 54 U.S. Hwy. 441 N, 706-782-4258, daysinn.com Quality Inn & Suites Mt. Chalet - Clayton 834 U.S. Hwy. 441 S, 706-782-2214, 800-424-6423, qualityinn.com Regal Inn - Clayton 707 U.S. Hwy. 441 S, 706-782-4269, regalinnga.com COMMERCE Best Western Commerce Inn 157 Eisenhower Dr., 706-335-3640, 866-434-3590, bestwestern.com Comfort Suites - Commerce 30490 U.S. Hwy. 441, 706336-0000, comfortsuites. com Days Inn & Suites - Commerce 30976 U.S. Hwy. 441 S, 706-336-0082, 800-237-8466, daysinn.com Fairfield Inn & Suites - Commerce 137 Frontage Rd., 706336-0066, marrio .com Hampton Inn - Commerce 153 Hampton Ct., 706-3356161, hamptoninn3.hilton.com Holiday Inn Express & Suites - Commerce 30539 U.S. Hwy. 441 S, 706-3368666, ihg.com Howard Johnson Inn - Commerce 148 Eisenhower Dr., 706-335-5581, hojo.com Sco ish Inns - Commerce 30934 U.S. Hwy. 441 S & I-85, 706-355-5147, sco ishinncommerce.com Super 8 - Commerce 152 Eisenhower Dr., 706-3368008, super8.com Travelodge - Commerce 267 Steven B. 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SW, 770-534-0303, 888-315-2378, americasbestvalueinn.com Country Hearth Inn & Suites - Gainesville 766 Jesse Jewell Pkwy., 770-287-3205, countryhearthgainesville.com Fairfield Inn & Suites Gainesville 1755 Browns Bridge Rd., 678-971-4670, marrio .com The Guest Lodge-Gainesville 520 Queen City Pkwy., 770535-8100, guestlodgega.com Hampton Inn - Gainesville 450 Jesse Jewell Pkwy. SW, 770-503-0300, hamptoninn3. hilton.com Hilton Garden Inn - Gainesville 1735 Browns Bridge Rd., 770-532-3396, gainesvillega. hgi.com Holiday Inn - GainesvilleLanier Centre 400 E.E. Butler Pkwy., 770-531-0907, holidayinn.com/laniercentre Motel 6 - Gainesville 1585 Monroe Dr., 770-532-7531, 800-466-8356, motel6gainesville.com Sun Suites of Gainesville 1115 Jesse Jewell Pkwy. SW, 770533-9433, sunsuites.com Super 8 - Gainesville 541 Dorsey St., 770-533-9009, 800-800-8000, super8.com HARTWELL Best Western Lake Hartwell Inn & Suites 1357 E. Franklin St., 706-376-4700, bestwesterngeorgia.com Quality Inn - Hartwell 1091 E. Franklin St., 706-376-7298, choicehotels.com HELEN Alpine Village Inn 1005 Edelweiss Strasse, 706-878-2296, 800-844-8466, helengamotel. com Americas Best Value Inn - Helen 8288 S. Main St., 706-878-4079, americasbestvalueinn.com Best Western Plus Riverpark Inn & Conference Center - Helen 8220 S. Main St., 706-878-2111, helen-georgiahotels.com Castle Inn 8580 N. Main St., 706-878-0053, castleinn-helen. com Country Inn & Suites by Carlson-Helen 877 Edelweiss Strasse, 706-878-9000, 800830-5222, countryinns.com Econo Lodge Hotel Motel Helen 101 Edelweiss Strasse, 706-878-8000, 800-443-6488, hotelmotelhelenga.com Hampton Inn - Helen 147 Unicoi St., 706-878-3310, 800-426-7866, hamptoninn3. hilton.com Heidi Motel 8820 N. Main St., 706-878-2689, heidimotel.com Helendorf River Inn Suites & Conference Center 33 Munich Strasse, 770-878-2271, 800-445-2271, helendorf.com Jameson Inn - Helen 11 Edelweiss Strasse, 706-878-1451, jamesoninns.com Quality Inn - Helen 15 Yonah St., 706-878-2268, 800-4246423, qualityinn.com Riverbend Motel & Cabins 134 River St., 706-878-2155, 877-464-3536, riverbendmotelandcabins.com Amicalola Falls State Park & Lodge, Dawsonville Super 8 - Helen 8396 S. Main St., 706-878-2191, super8.com H I AWA S S E E Enota Mountain Retreat 1000 Hwy. 180, 706-896-9966, 800990-8869, enota.com Hiawassee Budget Inn 193 S. Main St., 706-896-4121, hiawasseebudgetinn.com Holiday Inn Express & Suites - Hiawassee 300 Big Sky Dr., 706-896-8884, 888-838-8892, ihg.com Lake Chatuge Lodge 653 U.S. Hwy. 76, 706-896-5253, 800-613-4349, lakechatugelodge.com JEFFERSON Comfort Inn - Jefferson 4880 U.S. Hwy. 129 N, 706-693-4582, 800-424-6423, comfortinn.com LANIER ISLANDS Holiday Inn Express & Suites Buford NE - Lake Lanier Area 4951 Bristol Industrial Way, 678-730-5050, 800-315-2621, ihg.com LAVO N I A Hampton Inn & Suites - Lavonia 115 Owens Dr., 706-460-5100, hamptoninn3. hilton.com Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites - Lavonia 110 Owens Dr., 706-356-2100, hiexpress. com Magnuson Hotel - Lavonia 890 Ross Pl., 706-356-2268, magnusonhotels.com Super 8 - Lavonia 14227 Jones St., 706-356-8848, 800-8008000, super8.com OAKWO O D Best Western Plus - Lake Lanier/Gainesville Hotel & Suites 4535 Oakwood Rd., 770-535-8080, 800-780-7234, bestwesterngeorgia.com Quality Inn - Oakwood 3469 Mundy Mill Rd., 770-287-1000, 800-424-6423, qualityinn.com R OYSTO N Days Inn - Royston 841 Hartwell St., 762-847-7100, daysinn.com TOCCOA Country Hearth Inn - Toccoa 273 N. Broad St., 706-2977799, 888-443-2784, countryhearthtoccoa.com Georgia Baptist Conference & Retreat Center 462 Sonrise Way, 706-886-3133, mytoccoa.com Toccoa Inn 106 Stephen Cir., 706-886-1048, toccoainn.com WINDER Best Western Winder Hotel 177 W. Athens St., 770-8685303, bestwesterngeorgia. com Resorts, Lodges & Plantations BLAIRSVILLE Copperhead Lodge 171 Copperhead Pkwy., 706-835-7433, copperheadlodge.com B R A S E LTO N Chateau Elan Winery & Resort 100 Rue Charlemagne Dr., 678-425-0900, 800-2339463, chateauelan.com C A R LTO N 4-Star Plantation 595 Millstone Church Rd., 706-3565229, 4starplantation.com CLARKESVILLE Brigadoon Lodge Fly Fishing 8137 GA Hwy. 197 N, 706-7541558, brigadoonlodge.com Sautee Mountain Retreat 595 GA Hwy. 255, 404-9857859, sauteemountainretreat. com North 40 Lodge and Cabins 15702 Hwy. 197 N, 706-9471075, north40lodge.com C LAY TO N Kingwood Country Club & Resort 401 Country Club Dr., 706-212-4100, kingwoodresort. com DAHLONEGA Bull Mountain Lodge 135 Ridgegate Dr., 706-867-5831, bullmountainlodge.com Dahlonega Spa Resort 400 Blueberry Hill, 706-865-7678, 866-345-4900, rrresorts.com/ dahlonega DAW S O N V I L L E Amicalola Falls State Park & Lodge 418 Amicalola Falls Lodge Rd., 706-265-8888, 800-573-9656, amicalolafallslodge.com DEMOREST Twin Rivers Resort 210 Twin Rivers Resort Dr., 706-7542010, 866-754-2010, twinriverscabins.com HARTWELL The Inn at Cateechee 140 Cateechee Tr., 706-856-4653, cateechee.com HELEN Unicoi State Park & Lodge 1788 Hwy. 356, 706-878-2201, 800-573-9659, unicoilodge. com Alpine Crest Resort 273 Carrie Cox Dr., 706-878-2133, alpinecrest.org H I AWA S S E E The Ridges Resort & Marina 3499 U.S. Hwy. 76 W, 706896-2262, 888-834-4409, theridgesresort.com LANIER ISLANDS Legacy Lodge & Conference Center 7000 Lanier Islands Pkwy., 770-945-8787, 800840-5253, lanierislands.com SAUTEE NACOOCHEE Sautee Hereford Ranch Lodge 3274 Hwy. 255 N, 706878-3293, shrlodge.com YOUNG HARRIS Brasstown Valley Resort & Spa 6321 Hwy. 76, 706379-9900, 800-201-3205, brasstownvalley.com Bed & Breakfasts and Inns BLAIRSVILLE Your Home in the Woods Bed & Breakfast 143 Timber Ln., 706-745-9337, yourhomeinthewoods.com CLARKESVILLE Glen-Ella Springs Country Inn 1789 Bear Gap Rd., 706-754-7295, 888-455-8786, glenella.com C LAY TO N Beechwood Inn - Georgia's Premiere Wine Country Inn 220 Beechwood Dr., 706-7825485, beechwoodinn.ws The Parker Ranch 95 Parker Ln., 404-373-0566, 404-3730566, parkersranch.com The White Birch Inn & Laurel Bar 28 E. Savannah St., 706-782-4444, thewhitebirchinn.net CLEVELAND The Lodge at Windy Acres Bed & Breakfast 16 Windy Acres Rd., 706-865-6635, thelodgeatwindyacres.com Mountain Laurel Farm 91 Heartland Dr., 678-532-8194, mtnlaurelfarm.com DAHLONEGA Cedar House Inn & Yurts 6463 Hwy. 19 N, 706-867-9446, georgiamountaininn.com Hiker Hostel 7693 Hwy. 19 N, 770-312-7342, hikerhostel.com AMICALOLA FALLS STATE PARK & LODGE 16 0 GEORGIA ON MY MIND WH E R E TO STAY N O RTH EA ST G E O R G I A M O U NTAI N S Historic Worley Bed & Breakfast 168 Main St. W, 706-864-7002, bbonline.com/ ga/worley The Inn at Magnolia Oaks 6210 Dahlonega Hwy., 770-540-8536, magnoliaoaksinn.com Lily Creek Lodge Bed & Breakfast 2608 Auraria Rd., 706-864-6848, lilycreeklodge. com Long Mountain Lodge Bed & Breakfast and Cabin Rental 144 Bull Creek Rd., 706-8642337, longmountainlodge.com Mountain Laurel Creek Inn & Spa 202 Talmer Grizzle Rd., 706-867-8134, mountainlaurelcreek.com Mountain Top Lodge at Dahlonega 447 Mountain Top Lodge Rd., 706-864-5257, mountaintoplodge.net The Smith House 84 S. Chestatee St., 706-867-7000, 800852-9577, smithhouse.com DANIELSVILLE Bella Bed & Breakfast at Boutier Vineyards 4520 Hudson River Church Rd., 770-403-3974, bellabedandbreakfast.com DAW S O N V I L L E Hike Inn 280 Amicalola Falls State Park Rd., 800-581-8032, hike-inn.com Racers Retreat Bed & Breakfast 137 Duck Thurmond Rd., 706-265-6304, racersretreatbandb.com DILLARD Rabun Manor 205 Carolina St., 706-746-2060, 703-8519338, rabun-manor.com FLOWERY BRANCH Whitworth Inn 6593 McEver Rd., 770-967-2386, whitworthinn.com HELEN Alpine Hilltop Haus Bed & Breakfast 362 Cha ahoochee Strasse, 706-878-2388, alpinehilltop.com Black Forest Bed & Breakfast & Luxury Cabins 8902 N. Main St., 706-878-3995, blackforest-bb.com H I AWA S S E E Bed & Breakfast at Swan Lake 2650 Upper Bell Creek Rd., 706-896-1582, bbswanlake.com Chancey Hill Inn Bed & Breakfast 385 Chancey Dr., 706-896-8424, 877-213-8219, chanceyhillinn.com Henson Cove Place Bed & Breakfast with Cabin 1137 Car Miles Rd., 706-896-6195, 800-714-5542, henson-coveplace.com Hidden Valley Bed & Breakfast 441 Mull Rd., 706781-9917, hiddenvalleybandb. com HOMER The Lodge at Scales Country Club 148 Hammers Glen Dr., 706-677-3333, scalescountryclub.wordpress.com LAKEMONT Lake Rabun Hotel & Restaurant 35 Andrea Ln., 706-782-4946, 800-398-5134, lakerabunhotel.com LAVO N I A RenStone B&B and Spa on the Lake 560 Chandler Place Dr., 706-356-1198, renstone. com RABUN GAP Sylvan Falls Mill Bed & Breakfast 156 Taylors Chapel Rd., 706-746-7138, sylvanfallsmill.com York House Bed & Breakfast Inn 416 York House Rd., 706-746-2068, 800-231-9675, yorkhouseinn.com SAUTEE NACOOCHEE Lucille's Mountain Top Inn & Spa 964 Rabun Rd., 706-8785055, lucillesmountaintopinn. com Nacoochee Valley Guest House 2220 GA Hwy. 17, 706878-3830, letsgotobernies.com Sautee Inn Bed & Breakfast 2178 Hwy. 17, 706-878-8217, sauteeinn.com Sylvan Valley Lodge 747 Duncan Bridge Rd., 706-865-7371, sylvanvalleylodge.com TA L M O Mt. Creek Manor 2005 Mt. Creek Church Rd., 706-6932721, mtcreekmanor.com TOCCOA The Simmons-Bond Inn 74 W. Tugalo St., 706-282-5183, 877658-0746, simmons-bond.com Condos & Vacation Rentals BLAIRSVILLE Alpine Cabins 77 Alpine Way, 706-745-7589, alpinecabins.com Blood Mountain Cabins 12829 Gainesville Hwy., 706-745-9454, 800-284-6866, bloodmountain.com Cabins at Highland Falls 105 Highland Forge, 706-781-1550, highlandfallscabins.com Cozy Cove Cabin Rentals & Realty 6020 GA Hwy. 325, 706-745-2468, 866-275-2468, cozycovecabinrentals.com Creek's Song Cabin 4567 Fortenberry Rd., 910-6535833, creekssongcabin.com Deer Field Cabin Rentals 7287 John Abernathy Rd., 706-897-3397, deerfieldcabin. com Enchanted Mountain Retreats Various locations in Blairsville, 706-781-3892, 877307-3367, georgiaemr.com Majestic Mountain Getaways, Inc. 253 E. Hwy. 515, Ste. B, 706-379-9929, 877-3799929, majesticmountaingetaways.com Mountain Paws Cabin Rentals P.O. Box 298, 706781-3892, 877-307-3367, mountainpawscabinrentals.com Peaceful Creek Cabin 4400 Reece Creek Rd. E, 910-6535833, peacefulcreekcabin. com Starry Night Vacation Rentals 566 Murphy Hwy. #102, 770-601-1021, www.starrynightvacationrentals.com CLARKESVILLE Burton Woods Cabins & Lodge 220 Brookwood Ln., 706-947-3926, co ages.org Dicks Creek Get-a-way 255 Dicks Creek Rd., 706-3084913, vrbo.com/189436 Mark of the Potter Specializing in hand-crafted stoneware pottery for the table and home for more than 47 years. Demonstrations of pottery making are available on Saturdays and Sundays. Follow us on Facebook. 706.947.3440 markofthepotter.com Family fun downtown and all around! Spring Chicken Festival last weekend in April Beach Bash second weekend in July 770.531.2664 exploregainesville.org VinisittheHiNaowrathsesaeestaGnedorYgoiuangMoHuanrtraiisns 1-800-984-1543 mountaintopga.com EXPLOREGEORGIA.ORG 161 n o rth e a st g e o r g ia m o u nta i n s w h e r e to stay Evergreen Cabins 180 Stonehenge Dr., 706-754-0245, evergreencabinsga.com Habersham Villa at The Orchard 514 Lady Apple Pl., 706-754-3156, 855-868-4037, habershamvilla.com C lay to n CradleCrest 1007 Screamer Dr., 877-352-3313, cradlecrest. com Georgia Mountain Rentals Clayton 104 E. Savannah St., 706-782-2772, rabunrentals. com Halfway to Heaven 1563 Screamer Dr., 770-487-5138, vrbo.com/150382 Mountain Creek Lodge 346 Tut's Mountain Rd., 561313-0226, homeaway.com/ vacation-rental/p142522 Snooks Cabins at Lake Burton 5049 Laurel Lodge Rd., 706-947-1231, 888-410-1231, snookscabins.com Cleveland Country Hideaway at Mountain Lakes 75 Enchanted Way, 706-865-7666, 800-5141618, countryhideawayresorts. com dahlonega Bend of the River Cabins & Chalets 319 Horseshoe Ln., 706-219-2040, bendoftheriver.net Dahlonega Chalet 259 Church St., 706-867-5831, vrbo.com/438672 Godfrey's Getaway 114 Talmer Grizzle Rd., 678-4388125, godfreysgetaway.com Hatfield's Hideaway Cabins 3109 Copper Mines Rd., 706864-6743, hatfieldcabins.info Montaluce Winery & Estates 946 Via Montaluce, 706-867-4060, 866-991-8566, montaluce.com Two Sisters Mountain Escape, LLC 2039 McDonald Rd., 404-514-5308, twosistersescape.com daW S o n v I l l e Amicalola View Cabin 26 Amicalola Ln., 706-265-8154, amicalolaview.com Chalet Village 768 Franklin St., 706-746-5348, 800-5410671, dillardhouse.com elberton Shade Tree Log Cabins, LLC 1888 Hulmes Chapel Rd., 706-283-3306, shadetreecabins.com hartWell Mountain Lakes Vacation Rentals 15298 Hwy. 11, 864972-0463, 800-610-0020, mtnlakes.com helen A-1 Vacation Rentals 8287 S. Main St., 706-878-0022, 800395-3644, a-1vacationrental. com Alemaigne Haus Fussen Strasse, 706-219-3914, vrbo. com/138457 Alpenhaus Cabins 203 Geneva, 888-435-3642, 888435-3642, helenmountaincabins.com Alpine Helen Mountain Rentals 8063 S. Main St., 706-8782974, helengarentals.com Alpine Mountain Cabins 7489 Hwy. 75 Alt., 706-878-3111, amchelen.com Alpine River Suites 892 Edelweiss Strasse, 706-878-1339, alpineriversuites.com Bavarian Brook Rentals 859 Edelweiss Strasse, 706-878-2840, 800-422-6355, helenga.net Black Bear Rental 139 E. Morgan St., 706-499-6109, visitblackbearresort.com Cabin on the Creek Cabin Creek Rd., 706-865-4461, cabinonthecreek.com Cabin Rentals of Helen 8016 S. Main St., 706-878-4634, 888-451-0651, cabinrentalsofsautee.com Cedar Creek Cabins 703 Zeppelin Strasse, 770-952-4130, cedarcreekcabinrentals.com Georgia Mountain Rentals 54-A Nacoochee Way, 706878-8400, 877-883-8400, georgiamtnrentals.com IGLS Resort Villas 98 Schwarzwald Strasse, 706-878-2400, innsbruckresort.com Loreley Resort 387 Brucken Strasse, 706-878-2238, loreleyresort.com Pinnacle Cabin Rentals 8063 S. Main St., 706-754-2533, pinnaclecabinrental.com Rustic Elegance Luxury Vacation Rental Bahn Innsbruck, 404-786-0629, rusticelegancecabin.com hIaWaSSee Chatuge Lakeside Rentals 1628 U.S. Hwy. 76 W, 706-8962577, chatugelakesiderental. com Lake Chatuge Mountain Retreat Kilpatrick Point Ln., 404-636-1782, ga-mountainlakehomes.com Laurel Mountain Cabins 4870 Laurel Mountain Rd., 706-859-8015, 888-859-6018, laurel-mountain-cabins.com Mountain Creek Estates 3129 Hiawassee Trace, 404786-4440, mountaincreekestates.net A Skyline Ridge Cabin Rental 1302 Tipton Heights, 706-7814929, vrbo.com/205554 lanIer ISlandS Lanier Island LakeHouses 7000 Lanier Islands Pkwy., 770-945-8787, 800-840-5253, lanierislands.com rabUn gaP Valley Springs Lodging 787 Patterson Gap Rd., 706-7463875, valleyspringslodging.com SaUtee naCooChee Blue Ridge Cabin Rentals 2990 Hwy. 356, 706-878-1773, cabinsga.com Chimney Shadows Mountain Cabins 224 Shadows Dr., 706865-4935 SKy valley Sky Valley Accommodations, Inc. 3608 Hwy. 246, 706-7465301, kyvalleyaccom.com SUCheS Toccoa Riverfront Cabin 292 Brown Mountain Dr., 478862-9733, toccoa-riverfrontcabin.com tIger Almost Heaven 112 Dean Ln., 770-985-1904, frbovacation.com Tiger Creek Falls Inn 4982 S. Hwy. 441, 706-782-2085, tigercreekfallsinn.com yoUng harrIS Chandler Cabin Rental 4682 Kirsch Ln., 706-835-6606, chandlercabinrental.com Cabins & Cottages blaIrSvIlle 2's Company Farm Creek Cabins 123 Sweetheart Ln., 706-781-2500, farmcreekcabins.com Granny's Cabin 55 Old Beech Rd., 706-745-5238, grannyscabin.net Helton Falls Lodge 58 Cottage Dr., 706-745-2104, heltonfallslodge.com Kilin Tyme Cabins 205 Tyme Out Ln., 706-745-1900, 800869-5134, kilin-tyme-cabins.com Koehler Log Cabin 270 Crest Rd., 813-930-0336, koehlerlogcabin.com North Georgia Cabin Rentals 17007 Blue Ridge Hwy., 706-395-5095, northgeorgiacabinrentals.net Vogel State Park 405 Vogel State Park Rd., 706-745-2628, 800-864-7275, georgiastateparks.org/vogel Paradise Hills Resort & Spa 366 Paradise Rd., 706-745-7483, 877-745-7483, paradisehillsresort.com Sugarboo Farms 391 Forest Service Rd., 404-904-3841, sugarboofarms.com Sunrise River Cabins 7568 Gainesville Hwy., 706-7455877, sunrisecabins.com boWMan The Sandbar - Cabin Rentals 3435 King Hall Mill Rd., 706245-4163, thesandbarbroadriver.com ClarKeSvIlle Sunburst Adventures 251 Sunburst Ln., 706-389-9544, 888505-2820, sunburststables.com C lay to n Mountain Aire Cottages & Inn 18 Motel Dr., 706-782-9568, 888-571-9597, mountainairecottages.com Un-fore-gettable Cabin 270 Confederate Dr., 770-9060465, vrbo.com/102121 Cleveland Blue Creek Cabins 2129 Dean Mountain Rd., 706-865-1405, bluecreekcabins.com Cannon Falls Lodge Off U.S. Hwy. 129 N, 706-348-7919, cannonfallslodge.com Gabby's Country Cabins 3083 Helen Hwy., 706-865-6772, gabbyscabins.com dahlonega Bearadise Chalet 521 Old River Rd., 770-533-2994, homeaway.com/vacation-rental/ p286155 Cabin-in-the-Vines Guesthouse 3610 Cavender Creek Rd., 706-525-8282, cavendercreekvineyards.com Carson's Run Mountain Rental 206 Cedar Mountain Rd., 401-290-8337, escape2carsonsrun.com Cavender Creek Cabins 200 Beaver Dam Rd., 706-864-7221, cavendercreek.com Chimney Creek Cabin 720 Auraria Rd., 706-429-7692, chimneycreekcabin.com Georgia Mountain Hideaways 421 Cedar Mountain Rd., 706-300-6504, georgiamountainhideaways.com dIllard Andy's Trout Farm 115 Andy's Trout Farm Rd., 706-746-2550, andystroutfarm.com elberton Lake Russell Sportsman's Lodge 1140 Welcome Church Rd., 706-340-6287, lakerussellsportsmanslodge.weebly.com Richard B. Russell State Park 2650 Russell State Park Dr., 706-213-2045, 800-8647275, georgiastateparks.org/ richardbrussell gaIneSvIlle Don Carter State Park 5000 N. Browning Bridge Rd., 678-450-7726, 800-864-7275, gastateparks.org/doncarter helen Bear Creek Lodge 114 Ridge Rd., 706-878-9075, bearcreeklodgeandcabins.com Helen Riverside Cabin 109 Carrie Cox Dr., 706-8090958, helenriversidecabin. com Smithgall Woods State Park 61 Tsalaki Tr., 706-878-3087, 800-864-7275, georgiastateparks.org/smithgallwoods Timberloft Cottages & Cabin Rentals 3887 Hwy. 356, 706-878-2950, 866-5141499, timberloft.com h I aWa S S e e 3 Bear Ridge Cabin 1574 Long Ridge Rd., 706-8979801, homeaway.com/ vacation-rental/p314835 Boundary Waters Resort & Marina 107 Boundary Waters Dr., 706-896-2530, 800-3233562, boundarywatersresort. com Creekfront Cabin 7431 Cassie Ln., 706-896-5005, vrbo.com/392687 Creekfront Rentals 2024 Swallows Landing, 706-8964606, creekfront-rentals.com Dun-Hun-Tin Property 1275 Taylor Rd., 770-985-4071, vrbo.com/335512 Happy Top Heaven Cabin 1132 Happy Top Ln., 706897-9801, homeaway.com/ vacation-rental/p186710 The Hiawassee River Retreat 15 Cabin Dr., 706-8967400, hiawasseecabins.com Morgan Ridge Cottage 384 Morgan Dr., 404-216-1863, homeaway.com/vacationrental/p319345 Our Dogwood Den 2472 Ridgecrest Cir., 706-896-2723, vrbo.com/14857 Serenity Cove Lakefront Cabins 834 Lower Bell Creek Rd., 706-896-1465, 800-8961465, serenity-cove.com Snuffy's Shack 8378 Charlie's Creek Rd., 478-397-8153, homeaway.com/193017 hoMer Grove River Ranch LLC 345 Hickory Flat Dr., 706-677-0072, groveriverranch.com lavo n I a Tugaloo State Park 1763 Tugaloo State Park Rd., 706-356-4362, 800-864-7275, georgiastateparks.org/tugaloo MoUntaIn CIty Black Rock Mountain State Park 3085 Black Rock Mountain Pkwy., 706-746-2141, 800864-7275, georgiastateparks. org/blackrockmountain rabUn gaP Cottontail Cottage Taylors Chapel Rd., 706-782-0223, cottontailcottage.net SaUtee naCooChee Tanglewood Cabins & Conference Center Lodge 3387 GA Hwy. 356, 706-878-3286 16 2 georgia on my mind W H E R E TO STAY N O RTH EA ST G E O R G I A M O U N TAI N S TIGER Hidden Gap Log Cabins 194 Carson Ln., 706-782-5900, hiddengapcabins.com Splendor Mountain 359 Eastman Mountain Rd., 404-218-7638, splendormountain.com TOCCOA Trembly Bald Mountain Resort Rt. 3 Yonah Dam Rd., 706-8869069, 706-886-9069, tremblybald.com WINDER Fort Yargo State Park 210 S. Broad St., 770-867-3489, 800864-7275, georgiastateparks.org/ fortyargo YOUNG HARRIS Countrytime Cabins 2268 Calvary School Rd., 706-896-1782, countrytime-cabins.com Yewit Center 5102 Crooked Creek, 706-896-4365, yewitcenter.com Campgrounds & RV Parks BLAIRSVILLE Nottely River Campground, Cabins & Tubing 3832 Gainesville Hwy., 706-745-6711, nottelyrivercampground.com Trackrock Campground & Cabins 141 Trackrock Camp Rd., 706-745-2420, trackrock.com CLARKESVILLE Moccasin Creek State Park 3655 GA Hwy. 197, 706-947-3194, 800864-7275, georgiastateparks.org/ moccasincreek C LAY TO N Cross Creek Campground and Cabins 618 File St., 706-746-6974, crosscreekcampground.com Sandy Bottom Campground - CNF 4841 Tallulah River Rd., 706-754-6221, fs.usda.gov Sugar Mill Creek RV Resort 4960 Laurel Lodge Rd., 706-9470162, sugarmillcreek.com Willis Knob Campground & Recreation Area-CNF Willis Knob Rd., 706-754-6221, fs.usda.gov CLEVELAND Gold 'n Gem Grubbin' 75 Gold Nugget Ln., 706-865-5454, 800-9424436, goldngemgrubbinstore.com Jenny's Creek Campground 4542 Hwy. 129 N, 706-865-6955, jennyscreek.com Leisure Acres Campground 3840 Westmoreland Rd., 706-865-6466, 888-748-6344, leisureacrescampground.com Yonah Mountain Campground 3678 Helen Hwy., 706-865-6546, yonahcampground.com COMER Watson Mill Bridge State Park 650 Watson Mill Rd., 706-7835349, 800-864-7275, georgiastateparks.org/watsonmillbridge CUMMING Sawnee Campground 3200 Buford Dam Rd., 770-877-0592, recreation.gov Shady Grove Campground 7800 Shadburn Ferry Rd., 770-2056849, forsythco.com DAHLONEGA DeSoto Falls Recreation Area U.S. Hwy. 129/19 N, 706-745-6928, fs.usda.gov Dockery Lake Recreation Area Forest Service Rd. #654, 706-7456928, fs.usda.gov Etowah River Campground 437 Rider Mill Rd., 706-867-7528, williamknight57.wix.com R-Ranch in the Mountains 65 R-Ranch Rd., 706-864-6444, rranchga.com DANIELSVILLE Broad River Outpost 7911 Wildcat Bridge Rd., 706-795-3242, broadriveroutpost.com DAW S O N V I L L E Under the Hemlock Campgrounds 5545 Hwy. 52, 706-2654603, underthehemlock.net War Hill Park 4081 War Hill Park Rd., 706-344-3646, dawsoncounty.org DILLARD River Vista RV Resort 20 River Vista Dr., 706-746-2722, 888-8507275, rivervistarvresort.com ELBERTON Bobby Brown Park 2509 Bobby Brown State Park Rd., 706-2835500, bobbybrownpark.com Pine-Der-Rosa RV Space Rentals 2561 Hulmes Chapel Rd., 706-2131708, pine-der-rosa.com Sunset Ridge Campground LLC 2320 Middleton Shores Dr., 706-988-8091, sunsetridgecampgroundllc.com FLOWERY BRANCH Old Federal Campground-COE 6219 Old Federal Rd., 770-9676757, recreation.gov GAINESVILLE Duckett Mill Campground 3720 Duckett Mill Rd., 770-532-9802, recreation.gov River Forks Park & Campground 3500 Keith Bridge Rd., 770-5313952, hallcounty.org HARTWELL Hart State Outdoor Recreation Area 330 Hart State Park Rd., 706-213-2045, 800-864-7275, georgiastateparks.org/hart Paynes Creek Campground 518 Ramp Rd., 706-856-0300, 888893-0678, sas.usace.army.mil Watsadler Campground 286 Watsadler Rd., 706-856-0300, 888-893-0678, sas.usace.army.mil HELEN Andrews Cove Campground 15000 Hwy. 75 N, 706-754-6221, fs.usda.gov Unicoi Springs Campground 2444 Hwy. 356, 706-878-2104, unicoisprings.com Upper Chattahoochee River Campground - CNF Forest Service Rd. 44 off Alt. Hwy. 75, 706754-6221, fs.usda.gov H I AWA S S E E Appalachian Campground 525 N. Main St., 706-896-7243, appalachiancampground.com Bald Mountain Camping Resort 751 Gander Gap Rd., 706-8968896, baldmountainpark.com Georgia Mountain Fairgrounds' Campground 1311 Music Hall Rd., 706-896-4191, georgiamountainfairgrounds.com/campergrounds Hickorynut Cove RV Resort 2500 Hickorynut Cove, 706-896-5341, hickorynutcove.com Long Ridge Campground, LLC 180 Jarrard Camp Rd., 762-5002055, 844-209-7110, longridgecampground.com LAKEMONT Lake Rabun Beach Recreation Area 5320 Lake Rabun Rd., 706754-6221, fs.usda.gov River Campground & Lodge Hwy. 441/23 and Joy Bridge Rd., 706-7829936, rivercampground.com Seed Lake Campground - GA Power 3633 Crow Creek Rd., 706782-5807, georgiapower.com MOUNT AIRY Lake Russell Recreation Area 304 Lake Russell Rd., 706-754-6221, fs.usda.gov R OYSTO N Victoria Bryant State Park 1105 Bryant Park Rd., 706-245-6270, 800-864-7275, georgiastateparks. org/victoriabryant SAUTEE NACOOCHEE Cherokee Campground 45 Bethel Rd., 706-878-2268, 888-878-2268, cherokeerv.com Creekwood Resort Campground & Cabins 5730 Hwy. 356, 706-8782164, creekwoodresort.com SUCHES Lake Winfield Scott Campground and Recreation Area-CNF GA Hwy. 180, 706-745-6928, fs.usda.gov Skeenah Creek Campground 20 Skeenah Gap Rd., 706-838-5500, skeenahcreekcampground.com Wildcat Lodge & Campground 7475 GA Hwy. 60, 706-973-0321, wildcatsuches.com TALLULAH FALLS Tallulah Gorge State Park 338 Jane Hurt Yarn Dr., 706-754-7981, georgiastateparks.org/tallulahgorge TOCCOA Toccoa RV Park & Campground 2136 Oak Valley Rd., 706-886-2654, cm.toccoagachamber.com YOUNG HARRIS Little Bear Rentals 3680 Hwy. 76, 706-896-8633, 800-997-4981, littlebearrentals.com Lake Hartwell & Lake Russell Where recreation and natural beauty await! Campgrounds & Waterfalls Spectacular Golf Courses Historic Sites & Museums Marinas and Water Sports Come stay a while with us! Toccoa 706-886-2132, toccoagachamber.com Hartwell 706-376-8590, hart-chamber.org Lavonia 706-356-8202, thelavoniachamber.com Carnesville 706-384-4659, franklin-county.com Royston/ Franklin Springs 706-384-4659, franklin-county.com Elberton 706-283-5651, elbertga.com EXPLOREGEORGIA.ORG 16 3 PLANTATION TRACE Indulge your taste buds in Georgia's Plantation Trace region, where you can sample such epicurean delights as heirloom grits, Old Worldstyle cheeses, jellies, honey, peanuts, and homegrown olive oil. The area also boasts majestic hunting plantations, along with a collection of charming towns that offer top-notch theatrical productions, museums, festivals, and art galleries. { ABOVE: SWEET GRASS DAIRY CHEESE SHOP, THOMASVILLE } GDED OLD MT ZION CHURCH RIBS ISTOCK COM RAY C H A R L E S M E M O R I A L P L A ZA A L BA N Y CVB Old Mt. Zion Church The rousing strains of "We Shall Overcome" still ring out in this restored Baptist church, now part of Albany's Civil Rights Institute. Members of the Freedom Singers perform weekly on this stage, which once hosted Martin Luther King Jr. MUSICAL NOTES Tifton Rhythm & Ribs Festival Some say that good barbecue fuels good music, and March 5, this lively festival brings the two together. Professional and amateur chefs compete for bragging rights while local and nationally recognized bands play. Ray Charles Memorial Plaza Albany, the birthplace of Ray Charles, is home to a rotating life-sized sculpture of the soul singer seated at his signature instrument: a baby grand. Two keyboard-style walkways flank the "Georgia on My Mind" singer's memorial. 16 4 GEORGIA ON MY MIND FA R M E R' S DAU G H T E R V I N EYA R DS WO R LD' S LARGEST PEANUT JEFF STUBBS P LAN TATI O N TRAC E Grape Expectations By Amy Meadows Wine lovers flock to Georgia to enjoy its booming wine industry. And while some gravitate to North Georgia's well-known wineries, winemakers farther south have begun to make a splash. Many have taken Georgia's muscadine and French-American hybrid grapes and transformed them into amazing--and award-winning--wines. Arlington's Still Pond Vineyard not only boasts eighteen award-winning wines, but also Still Pond Distillery, which produces a variety of moonshine and vodka products. Over in Hartsfield, Gin Creek Vineyards and Winery is known for its superb wines, as well as the scenic views afforded by its location on Gin Creek Plantation. (It also has a Thomasville tasting room.) Horse Creek Winery & Perry Vineyards, founded Gin Creek Vineyards and Winery, Hartsfield and Thomasville in Nashville as a fresh fruit vineyard, has expanded its facility and now includes a tasting room in Nashville and a second one in nearby Sparks. Frogtown also has several locations in both North and South Georgia; don't miss its popular outpost in Hahira. Farmer's Daughter Vineyards in Pelham is a new entry in the local market, with its first wines expected this spring and a tasting room set to open in Thomasville Farmer's Daughter Vineyards, Pelham this summer. The Buzzery in Boston has done something different and produced mead, a fermented drink made from water, honey, fruits, spices, and hops; visitors can try it while enjoying outstanding pizza at the Buzzery's new shop. And coming soon to Baconton is Sally's Creek Winery & Vineyard, which has a tasting room for its current fruit wines and has planted French hybrid grapes for additional offerings. WORD OF MOUTH "Here we go! Paddling the Flint River. #ExploreGeorgia" @RENEELANGSTON (VIA INSTAGRAM) GET THE SHOT Don't miss out on these amazing local photo ops! 1. "World's Largest Peanut" Share a shot of the world's largest peanut on social media when you travel to Ashburn to view the tall roadside structure. Built in 1975, the twenty-foot nut is perched above a brick tower and a crown. 2. Bennie's Alley Capture a picture-perfect moment at charming Bennie's Alley in downtown Valdosta, where specialty stores and popular restaurants reside next to the historic 'Dosta Playhouse. 3. Thomasville Quail Hunt Perhaps nothing says Thomasville quite like a photograph of its famous quail. Snap a picture in one of the town's many hunting plantations, or take a shot of the bronze quail statues sca ered around town. EXPLOREGEORGIA.ORG 16 5 P LA N TATI O N T R A C E MARK YOUR CALENDAR March 5, 2016 Run 13.1 miles (or 26.2, if you're feeling strong) through beautiful Albany during the Snickers Marathon and Half Marathon. Prefer to cheer from the sidelines? Spectators are welcome at this top-ten Boston Marathon qualifier. March 2526, 2016 Expect zero bites and lots of great barbecue at the Ashburn Fire Ant Festival. Kids enjoy the "fire ant maze" and carnival events, and everyone loves the concert and barbecue cook-off. July 3, 2016 During the Independence Day Celebration at the Georgia Museum of Agriculture in Ti on, ride into the nineteenth century aboard the only steam-powered train in operation in the state. You'll also learn how previous generations harvested, cooked, and made quilts. A er a fun-filled day, sit back and enjoy a fireworks show and live music. Aug. 6, 2016 Take part in a time-honored winemaking tradition during the Still Pond Grape Stomp Festival in Arlington. You'll also enjoy leisurely hayrides through the vineyards, complimentary wine tastings, and an arts and cra s show. April 1516, 2016 Tap your toes during a concert and street dance on the square, and watch a local musical at Co on Hall Theater. It's all part of the community-oriented Mayhaw Festival in Colqui . Don't miss the parade down Main Street, complete with a celebrity grand marshal (last year, Miss Georgia Maggie Bridges did the honors). Aug. 13 Sept. 24, 2016 Sports fans have plenty of reasons to cheer when Nashville welcomes the traveling Smithsonian exhibit, Hometown Teams: How Sports Shape America. Learn about Georgia's sports heritage and the many ways local sporting events shape communities. MaySept., 2016 From colorful peppers to bouquets of flowers to baked goods, you'll find incredible farm-fresh fare during Farm Days in Valdosta. Held on select Saturdays, this downtown market lures hundreds of visitors. October 15, 2016 From an antique car show to live musical performances, a kids cra area to locally made food, the Randolph Crossroads Festival in Cuthbert's downtown square has something for everyone. Held annually in conjuction with the first weekend of deer season, it never fails to showcase Randolph County's celebratory spirit. Oct. 1820, 2016 Explore 100 acres of Georgia's bounty during the Sunbelt Ag Expo in Moultrie. More than 1,200 agriculture exhibitions showcase peanuts, corn, soybeans, and more; learn how each plant is harvested, and see who is named Farmer of the Year. Dec. 89, 2016 From horse-drawn carriage rides to community carol singalongs, Thomasville Victorian Christmas offers festive events for the whole family. A er roasting chestnuts on an open fire, you can even have a sit-down with St. Nick himself. 16 6 GEORGIA ON MY MIND Georgia Olive Farms, Lakeland Back to Basics By Amy Meadows Taking advantage of millions of acres of lush, productive land, the myriad farms in Georgia's Plantation Trace region yield everything from peanuts and pecans to peaches and olives. Visit many of these farms through Georgia Grown Trails 37 and 41 and enjoy old-fashioned, back-tonature experiences. Covering more than 160 miles of country highway, from Fort Gaines in the west to Homerville in the east, Georgia Grown Trail 37 provides access to more than two dozen exciting agritourism sites offering tours, tastings, and more. For instance, White Oak Pastures raises five red-meat and five poultry species, as well as an array of organic produce. Sparkman's Cream Valley produces high-quality dairy products like milk, yogurt, and butter. Georgia Olive Farms is a must-see, offering two varieties of fresh olive oil. And those who stop by Lauri Jo's can pick up--and learn how to make their own--Southern-style canned goods. Georgia Grown Trail 41, the state's newest and longest agritourism highway, runs from south of Barnesville to the GeorgiaFlorida line and boasts more than thirty-five diverse sites, including U-pick farms, farm-to-table restaurants, and wineries. And because it runs parallel to I-75, many are easily accessible. The list includes such sites as Pearson Farm, which has grown peaches and pecans for more than a century, and Cleveland Organics, known for its coffee roasting. Don't miss the Cordele Farmers Market, the major watermelon distribution hub for the Southeast. And no one can skip Stripling's General Store, where handcrafted country sausage, jerky, jelly, and hoop cheese take center stage. A L BA N Y M A RAT H O N AN D HA L F M A RAT H ON M AY H AW F E ST I VAL FA R M DAYS FOOTBALL ISTOCK COM STILL POND GRAPE STOMP FESTIVAL THOMASVILLE VICTORIAN CHRISTMAS GEORGIA OLIVE FARMS GDED P LAN TATI O N TRAC E OKEFENOKEE RIVER PHUC DAO/GEORGIA CONSERVANCY THRONATEESKA HERITAGE CENTER MARK'S MELON PATCH RAISIN CANE STEPHEN C FOSTER STATE PARK Wakeboarding. Kayaking. Canoeing. Fishing. Do all of this and more in the rivers and lakes of Georgia's Plantation Trace region. Practice wakeboarding stunts at Valdosta Wake Compound, one of the state's wakeboarding cable park pioneers. Kayak or canoe along the Flint River in Albany and the Suwannee River in Fargo. For even more adventures, explore the protected wetlands of the Okefenokee Swamp (pictured) by canoe, bike, foot, or guided boat tour. KIDS CORNER SECRET LANDMARKS Copper Georgia Doughboy statues honoring World War I soldiers can be found throughout the United States, but few realize that the one in Nashville is the first ever produced. Thronateeska Heritage Center, Albany Raisin Cane, Valdosta Mark's Melon Patch, Sasser Stephen C. Foster State Park, Fargo Thronateeska Heritage Center Gaze up at the stars--even during the day--at this Albany center's Wetherbee Planetarium. Go inside the domed room to see the Li le and Big Dippers and learn about black holes and planets in outer space. Mark's Melon Patch At this popular roadside farm market in Sasser, you'll find fresh fruits and vegetables as well as homemade jams, syrups, and pickled vegetables year-round. In the fall, enjoy the corn maze and pumpkin patch, and stop by the sunflower garden to pick a few for the kitchen table. Raisin Cane Tour a real, family-owned farm at this seasonal agritourism a raction in Valdosta. Crisp fall days mean hayrides around the property and fun corn mazes. You'll also find a pe ing zoo and plenty of fresh produce, breads, and casseroles to take home. Stephen C. Foster State Park Located next to the famed Okefenokee Swamp, this state park in Fargo welcomes visitors to spot wildlife such as alligators, black bears, woodpeckers, and turtles. Take a guided boat tour of the Spanish mosscovered swamp, or enjoy a fishing excursion to catch local bluegill and catfish. EXPLOREGEORGIA.ORG 167 P LA N TATI O N T R A C E AT T R A CT I O N S 82 Lake Morris Parrott Dawson 19 82 Walter F. Cuthbert George Sasser Ashburn 41 Fort 27 Gaines PLANTATION TRACE Arlington Albany 75 Sylvester 82 Tifton 129 Blakely Colquitt 27 Newton Camilla 19 Doerun Norman Park 319 Moultrie Lenox 82 Nashville Adel 129 221 Donalsonville 84 Bainbridge 84 Cairo Cecil Lakeland Hahira 75 84 Lake Seminole 27 Thomasville 319 19 Quitman 84 221 Valdosta 129 41 Lake Park 84 Homerville 441 Fargo AT T R A C T I O N S Adel Live Oak Plantation Visit and experience the South's premiere quail hunting, trophy whitetail deer hunting, and trophy fishing destination. 675 Plantation Rd., 229-896-2112, 800-6824868, huntliveoak.com Reed Bingham State Park See abundant wildlife around the 375-acre lake that is popular for fishing, boating, swimming, and water sports. 542 Reed Bingham Rd., 229-896-3551, 800-864-7275, georgiastateparks.org/reedbingham Albany Albany Civil Rights Institute Details the civil rights struggle, ranging from nonviolent protests, songs, economic boyco s, and legal action. 326 Whitney Ave., 229-432-1698, albanycivilrightsinstitute.org Albany Museum of Art See one of the largest collections of sub-Saharan African art in the Southeast, as well as various exhibitions year-round. 311 Meadowlark Dr., 229-4398400, albanymuseum.com The Bridge House Once the office of Albany founder Col. Nelson Ti and the office of the bridge toll taker. Tours are available at request. 112 N. Front St., 229317-4760, visitalbanyga.com Chehaw Park Chehaw provides 700 acres of fun, including 100 acres dedicated to Chehaw Wild Animal Park, trails, BMX bike racing, and more. 105 Chehaw Park Rd., 229-430-5275, chehaw.org Flint RiverQuarium Visit this freshwater aquarium that tells the tale of Flint River and the mysterious blue-hole springs. 101 Pine Ave., 229-6392650, flintriverquarium.com Radium Springs Gardens One of Georgia's seven natural wonders, Radium Springs Gardens pumps 70,000 gallons of clear, 68-degree water per minute. 2501 Radium Springs Rd., 229-317-4760, visitalbanyga.com Arlington Still Pond Vineyard, Winery & Distillery Offers complimentary tastings of the vineyard's 11 award-winning wines and facility tours. Gi shop with muscadine products. 1575 Still Pond Rd., 229-792-6382, 800-475-1193, stillpond.com Ashburn Calhoun Produce, Inc. Farm market with fresh seasonal fruits and vegetables, homemade ice cream, and lemonade slushes. Fall corn maze. 5075 Hawpond Rd., 229-273-1887, calhounproduce.com Bainbridge Bainbridge Heritage Tour This self-guided tour features Bainbridge's historic buildings and homes, many of which have been restored. 101 S. Broad St., 229-2438555, visitbainbridgega.com Albany Civil Rights Institute, Albany Oak City Cemetery Nestled beneath beautiful oak trees, Bainbridge's largest cemetery, Oak City Cemetery, is laced with the town's rich history. 101 S. Broad St., 229-248-2010, bainbridgega.com/chamber/ oakcitycemetery.shtml Blakely Kolomoki Mounds State Park Seven mounds built between 250 and 950 A.D. are protected at this park, featuring a Native American museum, lakes, and trails. 205 Indian Mounds Rd., 229-724-2150, 800-864-7275, georgiastateparks.org/kolomokimounds Bluffton White Oak Pastures See how we raise grassfed ca le and other animals, and learn where food really comes from. On-farm restaurant and store. 22775 Hwy. 27, 229-6412081, whiteoakpastures.com Cairo Wolf Creek Trout Lily Preserve This 140-acre nature preserve is home to the greatest expanse of trout lilies known to exist. Guided tours are available. Wolf Creek Rd., 229-377-3663, wolfcreektroutlilypreserve.com/index.html Camilla Covey Rise Plantation Enjoy quail hunting at this family-owned, full-service lodge. Our guides are the backbone of your hunting experience. 3929 River Rd., 229-336-8600, coveyrise.com Flint River OutpostCamilla Offering canoes and kayaks for rent and for sale for Flint River trips; the most popular is from the Radium Springs landing. 11151 Old GA Hwy. 3, 229669-3162, mitchellcountyga. net/visitors/riverpark.html 16 8 GEORGIA ON MY MIND JEFF STUBBS Thomasville, Georgia and Pebble Hill Plantation Gateways to History, Fine Art and the Southern Lifestyle Rated two top destinations in South Georgia by TripAdvisor w w w. p e b b l e h i l l . c o m 229-226-2344 P LA N TATI O N T R A C E AT T R A CT I O N S Dawson Mark's Melon Patch Pumpkins, cantaloupes, watermelons, Vidalia onions, bu er beans, and other fresh produce. Hayrides and other a ractions at Halloween. 8580 Albany Hwy., 229-6984750, marksmelonpatch.com Donalsonville Seminole State Park As the gateway to Lake Seminole, this park is popular for boating, fishing, swimming, hiking, and bird-watching. 7870 State Park Dr., 229-8613137, 800-864-7275, georgiastateparks.org/seminole Fargo Stephen C. Foster State Park A primary entrance to the Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge, this park offers boat tours, fishing, and wildlife viewing. 17515 GA Hwy. 177, 912-637-5274, 800-864-7275, georgiastateparks.org/stephencfoster Fort Gaines George T. Bagby State Park & Lodge This resort-style park on Lake Walter F. George features an award-winning golf course, a marina, boat rental, and hiking. 330 Bagby Pkwy., 229-768-2571, 877-591-5575, georgetbagbylodge.com Hahira Frogtown South Winery Open for tastings daily, Frogtown South showcases the award-winning wines produced by Frogtown Cellars. 7495 Union Rd., 229-794-1600, frogtown.us Homerville Bruce's Nut-N-Honey Farm, LLC At this working honey farm, you can buy a variety of honey, including comb honey, gallberry, and wildflower honey. 2797 Fargo Hwy., 912-487-5001, bruceshoneyshack.com Clinch County Honey Trail Start at the Avrie House and travel to seven sites to learn about bees, honey, and specialty honey products. The Avrie House, 35 Peagler St., 912-487-5318, cityo omerville.com/honeytrail.htm Grouchy Goat Farm U-pick farm outside of Homerville offers fresh tomatoes, cucumbers, squash, and bell peppers. 6281 Nashville Hwy., 912-5990847, visitclinch.com/eating/ locally-grown/grouchy-goat Meigs Baypole Plantation Enjoy Southern charm and hospitality, along with thrilling hunts, challenging sporting clays, and dynamic fishing ponds. 9465 GA Hwy. 111 N, 229-316-0729, baypoleoutfi ers.com Morris Clay Hill Hunting Hunt deer, hog, turkey, and quail in Southwest Georgia. We also have cabins available, which overlook our catfish pond. 728 Days Ave., 229-768-2820, clayhillhunting.com Southern Grace Farms, Nashville VISITOR RESOURCES DESTINATION MARKETING ORGANIZATIONS: Call or email these professional resources when dreaming, planning, and booking your next Georgia vacation. Adel-Cook County Chamber of Commerce 229.896.2281, adelcookchamber.org *Albany Convention and Visitors Bureau & Welcome Center 112 North Front Street, Albany, GA 31701, 229.317.4760, 866.750.0840, albanygacvb. com Ashburn-Turner County Chamber of Commerce 229.567.9696, 800.471.9696, turnerchamber.com Bainbridge Convention and Visitors Bureau 229.243.8555, visitbainbridgega.com Berrien County Chamber 229.686.5123, berrienchamber. com Blakely-Early County Chamber of Commerce 229.723.3741 Cairo-Grady County Chamber of Commerce 229.377.3663, cairogachamber.com Camilla Chamber of Commerce 229.336.5255, camillageorgia.com Clinch County Development Authority 912.487.6572, growclinch.com Colqui -Miller County Chamber of Commerce 229.758.2400 Donalsonville-Seminole County Chamber 229.524.2588, donalsonvillega.com Lake Park Area Chamber of Commerce 229.559.5302 Lakeland-Lanier County Chamber 229.482.9755, lakelandchamber.org Lee County Chamber of Commerce 229.759.2422 Moultrie-Colqui County Chamber 229.985.2131, moultriechamber.com Pelham Chamber 229.294.4924, pelhamchamber.org Randolph County Chamber of Commerce 229.732.2683, randolphcountychamber.org Sylvester-Worth County Chamber 229.776.7718, swchamber.com Terrell County Chamber 229.995.2011, terrellcountygeorgia.org Thomasville/Thomas County Convention and Visitors Bureau 229.228.7977, 866.577.3600, thomasvillega. com Ti on-Ti County Tourism Association 229.382.8700, ti ontourism.com Valdosta-Lowndes County Convention and Visitors Bureau 229.245.0513, 800.569. TOUR, visitvaldosta.org GEORGIA VISITOR INFORMATION CENTER Located at Georgia's Interstate 75 gateway, stop here for Georgia travel information. Lake Park (Valdosta) 5584 Mill Store Road, Lake Park, GA 31636, 229.559.5828 * When you're here and need more information, these include a certified Regional Visitor Information Center that have staff trained to help. They can also make recommendations about walking tours, restaurants, and more. Morven Lawson Peaches Enjoy fresh peaches from our family-owned and operated farm. We also offer homemade peach ice cream and peach lemonade. 8545 Valdosta Hwy., 229-775-2581 Moultrie Boggy Pond Plantation Lodge Hunt bobwhite quail with experienced guides in the heart of South Georgia's quail country. 1084 Lanier Rd., 229-985-5395, boggypond.com Ellen Payne Odom Genealogy Library Research family roots using the collection of genealogical, ethnic, and historical information in the Moultrie Public Library. 204 Fi h St. SE, 229-985-6450, mccls.org/ odom_gen.htm Georgia Grown Highway: GA 37 Drive 157 miles along South Georgia's scenic byways to agriculture-related hot spots, including vineyards and restaurants. US Hwy. 37, 229-507-1340, georgiagrowntrail37.com Morrison Pines Plantation Hunt quail with seasoned personnel in a se ing of large live oaks and buildings from the 1890s. 577 Lower Meigs Rd., 229-985-7272, morrisonpines.com State Farmer's Market Moultrie This produce market is a wholesale shipping point for cabbage, cantaloupes, peppers, and other locally grown products. 1525 First Ave. SE, 229-891-7240, farmersmarketonline.com Nashville Southern Grace Farms Pick your own strawberries and blackberries, and shop for jellies, jams, and ciders. 11946 Nashville Enigma Rd., 229-553-8585, southerngracefarms.com Norman Park Lauri Jo's Southern Style Canning, LLC Unique flavor offerings in the form of green tomato pickles, dilly beans, pickled asparagus, and fruit pepper jelly. 4428 U.S. Hwy. 319 N, 229-769-3391, laurijos.com Quailridge Plantation More than 4,500 acres of gently rolling terrain of wiregrass provide the perfect environment for hunters and quail. 3281 Moye Rd., 229-985-5011, quailridgeplantation.com Sparks Horse Creek Winery Tasting Room Sparks Taste wine slushies and award-winning wines at the plantation-style tasting room located at Exit 41 on I-75. 101 Rountree Bridge Rd., 229549-9463, horsecreekwinery. com Sylvester Samara Plantation and Shooting Preserve, Inc. Come hunt for a day or a week at this 5,100-acre hunting plantation. Lodging, hunting guides, and dogs are provided. 3702 Hwy. 33 S, 229-776-3394, business. moultriechamber.com Southern Woods Plantation Visit Georgia's premiere quail hunting plantation located in Sylvester, Georgia. Offers the finest quail hunting experience. 2321 Hwy. 33 S, 229-776-0585, southernwoodsplantation.com 17 0 GEORGIA ON MY MIND SOUTHERN GRACE FARMS P LA N TATI O N T R A C E AT T R A CT I O N S Pebble Hill Plantation, Thomasville Thomasville The Big Oak and Big Oak Cam Have your picture taken beside Thomasville's oldest landmark, the Big Oak, which has a trunk circumference of over 26 feet. 124 E. Monroe St., 229-228-7977, 866-5773600, thomasvillega.com Jack Hadley Black History Museum Thomasville's Black History Museum houses an extensive collection of artifacts featuring African American history. 214 Alexander St., 229-2265029, jackhadleyblackhistorymuseum.com Lewis Produce at State Farmers Market Shop this produce stand at Thomasville's State Farmers Market for in-season fruits and vegetables and Georgia-made items. 502 Smith Ave., 229226-6271 Myrtlewood Plantation & Lodge Enjoy overnight accommodations and sporting activities, including fishing, sporting clays, and quail and deer hunting. 3121 Lower Cairo Rd., 229-228-6232, myrtlewoodplantation.com Pebble Hill Plantation Stroll the grounds and tour the Main House of Pebble Hill, one of the most beautiful historic plantations of the South. 1251 U.S. Hwy. 319 S, 229-226-2344, pebblehill.com Sweet Grass Dairy & Cheese Shop This 140-acre family-owned and -operated farm produces award-winning cow cheeses. 123 S. Broad St., 229-228-6704, sweetgrassdairy.com Thomas County Museum of History Learn about early se lers, the cost of the Civil War, and the Victorian resort era of Thomasville in five historic buildings. 725 N. Dawson St., 229-226-7664, thomascountyhistory.org Thomasville Black Heritage Trail Tour Take a self-guided tour of sites that are significant to African American history in Thomasville. 214 Alexander St., 229-226-5029, jackhadleyblackhistorymuseum.com COAST TimBoetllhsyLWanadtienrgs,vSiaavTawninaehr GPEictuOre-RPerGfectIA ReaSdh#aEeerxeprxylsoporueslrGohGeroeoeorwgrgiGaiauopenshosohotrcooigsawlbimyaeutdshiinaeg. y CDalelPabwinEaellyiMnGgoasuwrdnoterantihsn, via Instagram PLANTATION TRACE GDED SAND ISTOCK COM PREPSAIDTEHNWTAIYASL 17 2 GEORGIA ON MY MIND @codSyucnvsieatIninstTaigroanm, AT T R A CT I O N S Georgia Museum of Agriculture and Historic Village, Ti on tiftontourism.com 229.382.8700 Tifton-Tift County Tourism Association A progressive small town, rich in history, with continuous entertainment, fun festivals, tons of dining and a huge dose of southern hospitality. Sound like fun? Then THINK TIFTON! Tifton Georgia Museum of Agriculture and Historic Village Costumed guides host exhibits at this 19thcentury living-history museum that includes two working farms and a co on gin. 1392 Whiddon Mill Rd., 229-391-5205, abac.edu/museum The Market at Rutland Farms Shop the farm store for fresh, local produce, or pick your own fruit straight from the field. 5641 Union Rd., 229-386-5111, rutlandfarms.com Ti on Museum of Arts & Heritage Quarterly art exhibits and 1900s Romanesque brick church, featuring stained-glass windows. Available for rental. 255 Love Ave., 229-3823600, ti onmuseum.org Valdosta Anne e Howell Turner Center for the Arts Six stunning galleries at the Center showcase the work of visual artists. Exhibits change every six weeks. No admission fee. 527 N. Pa erson St., 229-247-2787, turnercenter.org Lowndes County Historical Society and Museum Artifacts from early Lowndes County families and documents on county history from the se lers until today. 305 W. Central Ave., 229247-4780, valdostamuseum.com Wild Adventures Theme Park A 170-acre theme park, water park, and animal park with more than 500 wild and exotic animals. 3766 Old Clya ville Rd., 229-219-7080, wildadventures.com Mark L. Atwater/UpClosePhoto.com Come. See. Explore. CAIRO, GEORGIA Located just northwest of Tallahassee, this quaint town boasts a historic theatre, southern dining, unique festivals, nature preserves, and outdoor recreation galore! grady county joint development authority www.cairogachamber.com 229.377.3663 For more info scan here EXPLOREGEORGIA.ORG 17 3 STAMP IDEA GROUP p la n tati o n t r a c e w h e r e to stay Hotels & Motels Adel Days Inn Adel - South Georgia Motorsports Park 1204 W. Fourth St., 229-896-4574, 800-325-2525, daysinn.com Hampton Inn - Adel 1500 W. Fourth St., 229-896-3099, 800-426-7866, hamptoninn3. hilton.com Super 8 - Adel 1103 W. Fourth St., 229-896-2244, super8.com AlBANY Baymont Inn & Suites Albany 2720 Dawson Rd., 229-435-3737, 800-526-3766, baymontinns.com Best Western - Albany/Mall Inn & Suites 2729 Pointe North Blvd., 229-446-2001, bestwestern.com Country Hearth Inn & Suites - Albany 2719 Pointe North Blvd., 229-446-8000, countryhearth.com Country Inn & Suites by Carlson - Albany 2809 Nottingham Way, 229-317-7100, countryinns.com Courtyard by Marriott Albany 3019 Kensington Ct., 229-889-8015, marriott.com Days Inn - Albany 422 W. Oglethorpe Blvd., 229-8882632, daysinn.com Econo Lodge Inn & Suites - Albany 1806 E. Oglethorpe Blvd., 229-883-5544, econolodge.com Fairfield Inn & Suites Albany 3011 Kensington Ct., 229-883-8288, marriott.com Hampton Inn Albany at Albany Mall 2628 Dawson Rd., 229-405-2000, hamptoninn3. hilton.com Hilton Garden Inn - Albany 101 S. Front St., 229-888-1590, hiltongardeninn3.hilton.com Holiday Inn Express & Suites - Albany 2713 Pointe North Blvd., 229-405-2613, 888-4654329,ihg.com Intown Suites - Albany 2731 Dawson Rd., 229-436-7775, intownsuites.com Merry Acres Inn & Event Center 1500 Dawson Rd., 229-435-7721, 800-462-7721, merryacres.com Quality Inn at Albany Mall 806 N. Westover Blvd., 229883-3300, qualityinn.com Red Roof Inn 1400 Dawson Rd., 229-888-3939, redroof. com Sleep Inn - Albany 1525 Dawson Rd., 229-888-5595, 800-521-2121, sleepinn.com Super 8 Motel - Albany 2444 N. Slappey Blvd., 229-8888388, super8.com Wingate by Wyndham Albany 2735 Dawson Rd., 229-883-9800, 800-228-1000, wingatehotels.com AshBuRN Best Western Ashburn Inn 820 Shoney's Dr., 229567-0080, 866-567-0202, bestwestern.com Days Inn - Ashburn 156 Whittle Cir., 229-778-9016, daysinn.com Super 8 Motel - Ashburn 749 E. Washington Ave., 229-5674688, super8.com BAINBRIdGe Days Inn - Bainbridge 1407 Tallahassee Hwy., 229-2486300, the.daysinn.com Holiday Inn Express & Suites - Bainbridge 1413 Tallahassee Hwy., 229-246-6771, hiexpress. com Howard Johnson - Bainbridge South 1401 Tallahassee Hwy., 229-246-8550, 888-9843466, hojo.com Quality Inn - Bainbridge 1403 Tallahassee Hwy., 229-243-7000, 877-242-6423, qualityinn.com Hampton Inn Bainbridge 1522 Tallahassee Hwy., 229-2461341, hamptoninn3.hilton.com B lA K e lY Days Inn - Blakely 1097 Arlington Ave., 229-723-5858, daysinn.com CAIRO Best Western Executive Inn - Cairo 2800 U.S. Hwy. 84 E, 229-377-8000, bestwesterngeorgia.com CAmIllA Days Inn - Camilla 300 U.S. Hwy. 19 S, 229-336-0330, daysinn.com CuThBeRT Americas Best Value Inn Cuthbert 142 U.S. Hwy. 82 E, 229-732-5566, americasbestvalueinn.com FA R G O Gator Motel U.S. Hwy. 124, 229-251-0274, thegatormotel. com lAKe PARK Americas Best Value Inn Lake Park 4907 Timber Dr., 229-559-8111, americasbestvalueinn.com Days Inn Lake Park 4913 Timber Dr., 229-559-0229, daysinn.com Hampton Inn - Lake Park Area 4906 Timber Dr., 229559-5565, hamptoninn.com Motel 6 Lake Park #4510 1075 Lakes Blvd., 229-559-5660, motel6.com Quality Inn - Lake Park 1198 Lakes Blvd., 229-559-5181, qualityinn.com Travelodge Lake Park 4912 Timber Dr., 229-559-0110, travelodge.com m O u lT R I e Econo Lodge - Moultrie 1300 Veterans Pkwy. N, 229-8908652, econolodge.com Hampton Inn - Moultrie 441 Hampton Way NE, 229-616-7777, 800-426-7866, hamptoninn.com Holiday Inn Express & Suites - Moultrie 850 Veterans Pkwy. N, 229-890-9900, hiexpress.com NAshVIlle Our Place Hotel - Nashville 101 W. Marion Ave., 229-6864253, ourplacehotel.net ThOmAsVIlle Baymont Inn & Suites Thomasville 1470 Remington Ave., 229-227-9500, 800-3370550, baymontinns.com Best Western Rose City Conference Center Inn 133 Liberty St., 229-226-9998, 800-780-7234, bestwestern. com Days Inn - Thomasville 15375 U.S. Hwy. 19 S, 229-226-6025, 800-325-2525, daysinn.com Econo Lodge - Thomasville 15130 U.S. Hwy. 19 S, 229584-0909, 800-424-6423, econolodge.com Hampton Inn Thomasville 1950 GA Hwy. 122, 229227-0040, 800-426-7866, hamptoninn3.hilton.com Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites - Thomasville 452 Liberty St., 229-226-4666, hiexpress.com/esthomasville Quality Inn & Suites Conference Center - Thomasville 15138 U.S. Hwy. 19 S, 229-225-2134, 800-424-6423, qualityinn.com Serena Inn 14866 U.S. Hwy. 19 S, 229-228-5555, serenainnga. com Western Motel of Thomasville 16309 U.S. Hwy. 19 N, 229-228-0800, westernmotelthomasville.com TIFTON Comfort Inn & Suites Tifton 320 S. Virginia Ave., 229-382-8250, 800-221-2222, choicehotels.com Country Inn & Suites by Carlson - Tifton 310 S. Virginia Ave., 229-382-8100, 800-4564000, countryinns.com Days Inn - Tifton 1199 Hwy. 82 W, 229-382-8505, 800-3252525, daysinn.com Econo Lodge - Tifton 1025 W. Second St., 229-382-0280, 800-553-2666, choicehotels. com Fairfield Inn & Suites - Tifton 806 W. Seventh St., 229-3878288, 800-564-2630, marriott. com Hampton Inn & Suites Tifton 720 U.S. Hwy. 319 S, 229-382-8800, 800-892-2753, hamptoninn3.hilton.com Hilton Garden Inn - Tifton 201 Boo Dr., 229-382-8484, tifton.hgi.com Holiday Inn Express - Tifton 814 W. Seventh St., 229-3823300, 800-465-4329, ihg.com Howard Johnson - Tifton 579 Old Omega Rd., 229-388-8777, hojo.com Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham - Tifton 196 Virginia Ave. S, 229-387-0112, microtelinn.com Motel 6 - Tifton 1103 King Rd., 229-382-0395, motel6.com Quality Inn - Tifton 1104 King Rd., 229-382-4410, 888-5887866, qualityinn.com Scottish Inn - Tifton 1409 Hwy. 82 W, 229-386-2350, scottishinnstifton.com Super 8 - Tifton 1022 W. Second St., 229-382-9500, super8.com VA l d O sTA Americas Best Value Inn Valdosta 1828 W. Hill Ave., 229-244-7711, americasbestvalueinn.com Baymont Inn & Suites Valdosta at Valdosta Mall 1725 Gornto Rd., 229-253-0009, 800-3370550, baymontinns.com Best Western Plus Valdosta Hotel & Suites 4025 Northlake Dr., 229-241-9221, bestwesternvaldosta.com Comfort Suites - Valdosta 1332 N. St. Augustine Rd., 229-249-8880, 800-221-2222, comfortsuites.com Country Hearth Inn & Suites Valdosta 2811 N. Ashley St., 229242-2777, countryhearth.com Country Inn & Suites - Valdosta 1308 N. St. Augustine Rd., 229-245-1700, 800-830-5222, countryinns.com Courtyard by Marriott Valdosta 1564 Baytree Rd., 229-241-1301, marriott.com Days Inn at Valdosta Mall 1383 N. St. Augustine Rd., 229-244-7600, 800-325-2525, daysinn.com Days Inn Valdosta - Conference Center 1827 W. Hill Ave., 229-249-8800, 800-325-2525, daysinn.com Drury Inn & Suites - Valdosta 1327 N. St. Augustine Rd., 229-253-0023, 800-378-9466, druryhotels.com Econo Lodge - Valdosta 3022 James Rd., 229-671-1511, econolodge.com Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott - Valdosta 2010 W. Hill Ave., 229-242-1225, marriott.com The Garden Villas Extended Stay Hotel & Suites - Valdosta 2529 N. Ashley St., 229247-4301, gardenvillasvaldosta. wordpress.com Hampton Inn & Suites Valdosta Conference Center 2 Meeting Place, 229-241-1234, hamptoninn3.hilton.com Hilton Garden Inn - Valdosta 1702 Gornto Dr., 229-219-1011, hiltongardeninn.hilton.com Holiday Inn Express & Suites Valdosta West - Mall Area 1330 N. St. Augustine Rd., 229-2498900, 800-465-4329, ihg.com Holiday Inn Valdosta Conference Center 1805 W. Hill Ave., 229-244-1111, 800-465-4329, ihg.com Howard Johnson - Valdosta 4598 N. Valdosta Rd., 229-2444460, hojo.com Intown Suites - Valdosta 1558 Baytree Rd., 229-247-1569, intownsuites.com Kinderlou Inn 2101 W. Hill Ave., 229-242-1212, 800-424-6423, kinderlouinn.com La Quinta Inn & Suites Valdosta 1800 Clubhouse Dr., 229-247-7755, 800-753-3757, lq.com Motel 6 - Valdosta 2003 W. Hill Ave., 229-333-0047, 800-4668356, motel6.com Quality Inn - Valdosta/South 1902 W. Hill Ave., 229-244-4520, 800-221-2222, qualityinn.com Quality Inn at the Mall - Valdosta 1705 Gornto Rd., 229-2448800, qualityinn.com Regency Inn - Valdosta 2110 W. Hill Ave., 229-247-2440, regencyinnvaldosta.com Rodeway Inn - Valdosta 1209 St. Augustine Rd., 229-244-8510, rodewayinn.com Sleep Inn & Suites - Valdosta 3026 James Rd., 229-671-1111, sleepinn.com Super 8 at Valdosta/Conf. Center Area 1825 W. Hill Ave., 229-249-8000, 800-800-8000, super8.com Super 8 Valdosta Mall 1389 N. St. Augustine Rd., 229-244-8440, 800-800-8000, super8.com Resorts, Lodges & Plantations Adel Live Oak Plantation 675 Plantation Rd., 229-896-2112, 800682-4868, huntliveoak.com AlBANY Resora at Cypress Pond Plantation 801 Old Pretoria Rd., 229-435-8298, experienceresora.com/lodging AR lI N GTO N Quail Country Plantation 1134 Quail Country Rd., 229725-4645, quailcountry.com CAmIllA Covey Rise Plantation 3929 River Rd., 229-336-8600, coveyrise.com FA R G O Suwannee River Eco-Lodge 400 Eco Lodge Dr., 912-6375274, 800-864-7275, gastateparks.org/suwanneeriverecolodge 17 4 georgia on my mind WH E R E TO STAY P LAN TATI O N TRAC E FORT GAINES George T. Bagby State Park & Lodge 330 Bagby Pkwy., 229-768-2571, 877-591-5575, georgetbagbylodge.com LENOX Lenox River Ranch 140 Albert Brady Rd., 229-563-3061, lenoxriverranch.com MEIGS Baypole Plantation - Georgia Quail Hunting, Outfi ing & Lodging 9465 GA Hwy. 111 N, 229-316-0729, baypoleoutfitters.com MORRIS Clay Hill Hunting 728 Days Ave., 229-768-2820, clayhillhunting.com M O U LT R I E Ashburn Hill Plantation 1172 Lower Meigs Rd., 229-415-2882, ashburnhillplantation.com Boggy Pond Plantation Lodge 1084 Lanier Rd., 229985-5395, boggypond.com Morrison Pines Plantation 577 Lower Meigs Rd., 229-9857272, morrisonpines.com Sundown Farms Plantation 894 Mack Dekle Rd., 229-9850652, sundownfarmsplantation.com NORMAN PARK Quailridge Plantation 3281 Moye Rd., 229-985-5011, quailridgeplantation.com SY LV E ST E R Samara Plantation & Shooting Preserve, Inc. 3702 Hwy. 33 S, 229-776-3394, business. moultriechamber.com Southern Woods Plantation 2321 Hwy. 33 S, 229-776-0585, southernwoodsplantation.com Bed & Breakfasts and Inns CUTHBERT Dominecker Inn Bed & Breakfast 8 Reba Dr., 229-7323873, domineckerinn.com HOMERVILLE Helmstead Bed & Breakfast 961 Fargo Hwy., 912-487-2222, helmsteadbedandbreakfast.com The Inn on Virginia 130 Virginia Ave., 912-281-9529, innonvirginia.com M O U LT R I E Barber-Tucker Inn 704 Third St. SW, 866-205-6913, barbertuckerinn.com Pecan Hill Inn Bed & Breakfast 2458 Sylvester Hwy., 229985-7869, pecanhillinn.net THOMASVILLE Freedom Oaks Bed & Breakfast 429 N. Crawford St., 229227-1749, freedomoaksbb.com The Magnolia Leaf Bed & Business Retreat 501 E. Washington St., 229-834-2135, themagnolialeaf.com The Paxton Historic House Hotel 445 Remington Ave., 229226-5197, thepaxton1884.com VA L D O STA Fairview Inn Bed & Breakfast 416 River St., 229-244-6456, fairviewinn.info Cabins & Cottages B LA K E LY Kolomoki Mounds State Park 205 Indian Mounds Rd., 229-724-2150, 800-864-7275, georgiastateparks.org/kolomokimounds DONALSONVILLE Seminole State Park 7870 State Park Dr., 229-861-3137, 800-864-7275, georgiastateparks.org/seminole FA R G O Stephen C. Foster State Park 17515 GA Hwy. 177, 912-637-5274, 800-864-7275, georgiastateparks.org/ stephencfoster NEWTON Rocky Bend Flint River Retreat 2909 Newton Hwy., 229-343-2767, rockybendflintriverretreat.com QUITMAN Oak Co age at Sea Pond 343 Sea Pond Ln., 229-263-5211, sites.google.com/site/oakcottageatseapond THOMASVILLE Myrtlewood Plantation & Lodge 3121 Lower Cairo Rd., 229-228-6232, myrtlewoodplantation.com Campgrounds and RV Parks ADEL Reed Bingham State Park 542 Reed Bingham Rd., 229-896-3551, 800-864-7275, georgiastateparks.org/ reedbingham ALBANY Chehaw Park Campground 105 Chehaw Park Rd., 229430-5275, chehaw.org ASHBURN Wanee Lake Golf & RV Resort 3821 GA Hwy. 112 W, 229-567-2727, waneelake.com BAINBRIDGE Flint River RV Park 801 W. Shotwell St., 229-246-5802, flintriverrvpark.com Wingate's Lodge, Marina & RV Park 139 Wingate Rd., 229246-0658, wingateslodge.com CECIL Cecil Bay RV Park - Cecil 1787 Old Coffee Rd., 229-7941484, cecilbayrv.com FORT GAINES Co on Hill Park Campground 427 Eufala Rd., 229768-3061, recreation.gov LAKE PARK Eagles Roost RV Resort 5465 Mill Store Rd., 229-559-5192, eaglesroostresort.com OCHLOCKNEE Sugar Mill Plantation RV Park 4857 McMillan Rd., 229-227-1451, sugarmillrvcampground.com TIFTON Ti on KOA Park 4632 Union Rd., 229-386-8441, koa.com VA L D O STA River Park RV Park 1 Suwanee Dr., 229-244-8397, riverparkvaldosta.com Valdosta Oaks RV Park 4630 N. Valdosta Rd., 229-247-0494, valdostaoaksrv.com NATIONAL PARKS IN G EORGIA In August 2016, the National Park Service (NPS) will celebrate its 100th anniversary. Join in the celebrations by ge ing out there and finding your park at any of Georgia's 11 National Park Units and 3 National Heritage Areas! Visit www.nps.gov/ga and www.findyourpark.com for more information. 8 WAYS TO FIND YOUR PARK IN GEORGIA: 1 TAKE A HIKE ON THE APPALACHIAN NST OR AT ARABIA MOUNTAIN NHA. TOUR THE COAST AT FORT PULASKI NM, FORT FREDERICA NM, AND CUMBERLAND ISLAND NS. 5 2 PADDLE AT AUGUSTA CANAL NHA AND CHATTAHOOCHEE RIVER NRA. LEARN THE STORIES OF THE GULLAH 6 & GEECHEE IN GULLAH GEECHEE CHC. 3 TOUR CIVIL WAR BATTLEFIELDS AT KENNESAW MTN. & CHICKAMAUGA. BE A PART OF NATIVE AMERICAN CULTURE AT OCMULGEE NM. 7 4 SEE THE LEGACY OF CIVIL RIGHTS AT MLK, JR. AND JIMMY CARTER NHS. VISIT A CIVIL WAR PRISONER-OF-WAR CAMP AT ANDERSONVILLE NHS. 8 EXPLOREGEORGIA.ORG 17 5 PRESIDENTIAL PATHWAYS Patriotism and military pride are on full display in Georgia's Presidential Pathways region. Jimmy Carter hails from Plains, a place he once described as a "haven." Over in Warm Springs, you'll find Franklin Delano Roosevelt's Little White House, built after he began seeking respite for polio in the town's namesake warm springs. And in Columbus--which borders Fort Benning--two military museums salute America's heroes. { ABOVE: PRESIDENT JIMMY CARTER } JIMMY CARTER SARA SAUNDERS/THE CARTER CENTER ZAC B R OW N S O U T H E R N RE E L K AYA K I STO C K COM MA RAINEY HOUSE COLUMBUS CVB Zac Brown's Southern Ground Social Club This intimate Senoia venue from country star Brown features down-home food (which Brown favors on the road) and a lo -style stage that hosts nightly musical performances. MUSICAL NOTES Uptown's Riverfest A huge lineup of bands play nearly round the clock during this popular annual festival, held May 6 and 7 in Columbus. Besides great live music, expect an arts festival, dragon boat races, and a kayaking competition. Home of Ma Rainey Rainey, dubbed the "Mother of the Blues," made more than 100 blues records and collaborated with greats such as Louis Armstrong and Bessie Smith before retiring in the 1930s. Her last home in Columbus is now a museum. 17 6 GEORGIA ON MY MIND BOYHOOD FARM GDED FDR MEMORIAL MUSEUM GDED BIG RED OAK CREEK BRIDGE CHRIS CANNON What's in a Name? By Amy Meadows As its name suggests, Georgia's Presidential Pathways region is home to American commanders in chief. Visitors are offered a glimpse into the lives of its two most famous residents--Jimmy Carter and Franklin Delano Roosevelt-- with a number of fascinating attractions. In Plains, Jimmy Carter's earliest days have been captured for future generations. His restored Boyhood Farm, located in the neighboring unincorporated community of Archery, allows visitors to experience Carter's rural home life as a child, while Plains High School, with a furnished classroom from his high school days, serves as a museum and visitor center for the Jimmy Carter National Historic Site. Not far away, GET THE SHOT Don't miss out on these amazing local photo ops! P R E S I D E N TI AL PATH WAY S FDR Memorial Museum, Warm Springs the Plains Train Depot is now a self-guided museum that features exhibits related to Carter's victorious 1976 presidential campaign. Over in Warm Springs, discover where FDR lived when he made some Jimmy Carter's Boyhood Farm, Archery of the most important decisions of World War II. In 1924, he sought relief from polio in the area's naturally heated water. He loved the area so much, he built a vacation home there, dubbed the Little White House. Today, visitors to the on-site FDR Memorial Museum can see FDR's car collection, including his 1938 Ford convertible. The Historic Pools Museum is also a favorite for visi- tors; stop by to touch the famed springs from a basin in the center pool. WORD OF MOUTH "Ending a great day on the lake at Florence Marina State Park." #ExploreGeorgia LISA WESTBERRY (VIA FACEBOOK) 1. Big Red Oak Creek Covered Bridge Built by legendary covered-bridge builder and former slave Horace King in the 1840s, this bridge takes you back to a slower time and allows plenty of beautiful 2. Military Museum Take pictures of the aircra and armored vehicles at this patriotic museum located inside Georgia Veterans State Park in Cordele. 3. Providence Canyon State Park Known as "Georgia's Li le Grand Canyon," this stunning site features deep gullies and colorful blooms begging to be photographed. EXPLOREGEORGIA.ORG 17 7 WAT E R M E LO N DAYS F E ST I VA L P E AN U T F E ST I VA L J E R RY BAT T L E TE R R I E R I STOC K CO M P U M P K I N DE ST RU CT I O N DAY H I L L S & DA L E S E STAT E P R E S I D E N TIA L PAT HWAYS MARK YOUR CALENDAR April 1617, 2016 Climb aboard the USS Water Witch at port and witness drills performed by sailors during RiverBlast! at Port Columbus. This large-scale living history event commemorates the 151st anniversary of the famed Ba le of Columbus. May 78 & October 12, 2016 Explore a circa-1900 co on gin, co on warehouse, and farmhouse at the Co on Pickin' Fair in Gay, where you'll also find antiques, flower arrangements, and fine art for sale. June 2016 Where else would you expect to find the Watermelon Days Festival but Cordele, the "Watermelon Capital of the World"? Have fun with watermelon-chunking and seed-spi ing contests, then take a SAM Shortline train excursion. You can even try a dance dedicated to the juicy fruit. Sept. 1518, 2016 View fine photographs of rural Southern scenes during SlowExposures: Celebrating Photography of the Rural South. The works are installed in creative venues around Pike County, including nineteenth-century barns and historic homes. Sept. 24, 2016 Every year, Plains holds a Peanut Festival in honor of its most famous crop. Don't miss the 5k race, parade, arts and cra s vendors, and rides on the SAM Shortline. Nov. 5, 2016 Honor President Roosevelt's beloved Sco ish Terrier, Fala, in the town where the pup once walked during Fala to the Rescue Day in Warm Springs. Enjoy a costume parade, dinner, and a live auction; all proceeds benefit the Sco ish Terrier Rescue. Nov. 5, 2016 Fall fun doesn't stop a er Halloween. Smash or drop a pumpkin (or two or three) off a fi y-foot forkli at The Rock Ranch in The Rock during Pumpkin Destruction Day. Other activities include demolishing pumpkins with monster trucks and shooting pumpkins out of cannons. Oct. 1516, 2016 Bring the family to historic Hogansville for the Hummingbird Festival. Browse more than 200 arts and cra s vendors, grab a bite to eat on Main Street, and listen to live music performed by local artists. Nov. 46, 2016 The Southeast's largest barbecue cook-off (and Georgia's oldest), the Big Pig Jig in Vienna features more than 100 teams showcasing ribs, pork shoulders, sauces, Brunswick stew, and more. Come hungry and bring the kids--they'll find a variety of activities just for them. Nov. 18Dec. 30, 2016 Featuring more than eight million lights and fourteen scenes from Santa's workshop, Fantasy In Lights at Callaway Gardens in Pine Mountain continues to amaze each year. Hint: Don't miss the Enchanted Rainbow Forest or Firefly Cove. 17 8 GEORGIA ON MY MIND Hills & Dales Estate, LaGrange A Centennial Celebration By Amy Meadows Perched on a hilltop and spanning thirtyfive acres is one of LaGrange's crown jewels: Hills & Dales Estate. Once the residence of textile magnate and philanthropist Fuller E. Callaway and his wife, Ida, the thirty-room Georgian Italian villa was designed by renowned architect Neel Reid. It incorporates the acclaimed Ferrell Gardens, which date back to 1832. Open to the public as a museum since 1998, this popular attraction showcases one of the most serene settings in Georgia. The property turns 100 this June, and a year's worth of centennial celebration events has been planned to mark the occasion. Throughout 2016, some of Hills & Dales' most anticipated annual events will receive a centennial spin. On May 7, enjoy a tethered hot-air balloon ride over the estate to get a bird's-eye view of the gardens, including the perfectly manicured boxwood mottos. June 4 and 5, the Centennial Flower Show will see every room in the estate decorated with blooms arranged by local floral artists. The Heirlooms and Antiques Lecture Series, held in September and November, will bring antique experts to the estate to discuss vintage decor. And in December, Hills & Dales Holidays will welcome visitors to see gorgeous decorations, including a Christmas tree styled in early twentieth century fashion and a special gingerbread house designed as a scaled replica of the Callaway home. P R E S I D E N TI AL PATH WAY S Callaway Gardens, Pine Mountain The Rock Ranch, The Rock Described as a "mock pre-Columbian psychedelic wonderland," Pasaquan is a patch of Buena Vista farmland transformed into an international folk art landmark. The late artist St. EOM spent nearly thirty years adding decorative walls and totems to the seven-acre farmhouse compound; recently restored, it opens in May for public tours. SECRET LANDMARKS Barbies have their very own beach in Turin. Steven and Lynda Quick create elaborate and sometimes quirky scenes with Barbie and her friends that draw hundreds of visitors to their front yard (AKA "Barbie Beach") each year. KIDS CORNER SAM Shortline, Cordele Westville, Lumpkin Callaway Gardens Spanning 6,500 acres in Pine Mountain, this bucket-list a raction lets families explore the acclaimed Day Bu erfly Center, Sibley Horticultural Center, the Callaway Discovery Center, and much more. Don't miss the zip line course and treetop adventure, and be sure to make time to cool off in Robin Lake. SAM Shortline Hop aboard the choo-choo train in Cordele as it takes you through Georgia's rolling plains. Stop and shop at charming towns along the way, including Americus, Leslie, and Plains, and learn about the SAM Shortline and what life was like in the 1940s. The Rock Ranch This working ca le ranch founded by Chick-filA's late S. True Cathy lets families experience some serious fun on the farm. Soar on the Cowa-Bunga zip line, ride a pony, fish with a cane pole, or simply pick fresh produce. Stay overnight in a farmhouse or camp in a wagon. Westville You don't need a time machine to travel back to the 1800s. The fictional 1850 town of Westville, a living history museum in Lumpkin, features refurbished antebellum buildings saved from Georgia farms and cities. Learn about blacksmithing, baking, woodworking, and more. EXPLOREGEORGIA.ORG 17 9 PASAQUAN KOHLER FOUNDATION INC BARBIE BEACH DONNA ROSSER TUBING GDED SAM SHORTLINE GDED THE ROCK RANCH WESTVILLE DARBY BRITTO P R E S I D E N TIA L PAT HWAYS AT T R A CT I O N S Sharpsburg 27 Franklin Newnan Senoia 41 Griffin Hogansville Grantville Williamson Luthersville Zebulon ALT West LaGrange 27 Gay Concord Point Lake85 Greenville Molena Warm Woodbury 19 The Rock West Point Springs Pine Mountain ManchesterThomaston Hamilton 185 27 80 Talbotton ALT 27 80 Reynolds Columbus PRESIDENTIAL PATHWAYS Buena Cusseta Vista 19 Oglethorpe Montezuma 280 27 Ellaville Andersonville Omaha 280 Preston Richland Lumpkin Americus Plains 280 Leslie Unadilla 41 Vienna Cordele Lake Blackshear AT T R A C T I O N S Americus Cafe Campesino Georgia's first fair trade, organic coffee roastery and coffeehouse. Offers tours, coffee, and a crop-to-cup experience. 134 W. Lamar St., 229-380-0439, cafecampesino.com Habitat for Humanity-Global Village & Discovery Center Village of poverty housing plus 15 worldwide Habitat for Humanity replica homes. 721 W. Church St., 229-410-7937, 800-422-4828, habitat.org/ gvdc Andersonville Andersonville National Historic Site Visit the national cemetery, the National Prisoner of War Museum, and the stockade where Civil War prisoners were held. 760 POW Rd., 229-924-0343, nps.gov/ande The Drummer Boy Civil War Museum Exhibits at this museum include Civil War uniforms, guns, swords, documents, and photographs. 109 E. Church St., 229-924-2558, drummerboymuseum.com Columbus Cha ahoochee RiverWalk Navigate the shores of the river on the Cha ahoochee Riverwalk. By foot or on bike, examine historic monuments and markers. 900 Front Ave., 706-322-1613, columbusga.org/ parks/riverwalk/riverwalk.htm Cha ahoochee RiverWalk GeoTour Find 32 geocaches located along the 15-mile Cha ahoochee RiverWalk. 900 Front Ave., 706-322-1613, visitcolumbusga.com/visitors/ riverwalk_geotour Coca-Cola Space Science Center Offers hands-on space science and astronomy learning and fun for all ages. 701 Front Ave., 706-649-1477, ccssc.org Columbus Botanical Garden An educational facility based upon environmental awareness, horticulture, historic preservation, and agricultural values. 3603 Weems Rd., 706-327-8400, columbusbotanicalgarden.com Columbus Co onmouths Hockey The regular season runs late Oct.-mid Mar. Columbus Cottonmouths Hockey Games start at 7:30 p.m. Mon.-Sat, 4 p.m. Sun. 400 Fourth St., 706571-0086, co onmouths.com Columbus Lions Indoor Football A Professional Indoor Football League (PIFL) team. Season starts in March. 400 Fourth St., 706-322-3336, columbuslions.net The Columbus Museum Regional history and American and modern art abound at the second-largest art and history museum in Georgia. 1251 Wynnton Rd., 706-7482562, columbusmuseum.com Fort Benning Self-Guided Tour Download the self-guided tour and start to explore all of the historic parts of Fort Benning, an active Army base. 110 Vibbert Ave., 706322-1613, benningmwr.com Historic Linwood Cemetery Founded in 1828, Historic Linwood Cemetery is an outdoor museum of 19thcentury stone carvings. 721 Linwood Blvd., 706-321-8285, linwoodcemetery.org Ma Rainey House and Blues Museum Trace the life and career of Gertrude "Ma" Rainey, the "Mother of the Blues," in the house where she lived in the late 1930s. 805 Fi h Ave., 706-653-4960, columbusga. org/parks/marainey/marainey.htm The National Civil War Naval Museum at Port Columbus Visit the nation's only full-size ironclad Civil War combat simulator and view the remains of two Confederate navy ships. 1002 Victory Dr., 706-327-9798, portcolumbus.org National Infantry Museum and Soldier Center The National Infantry Museum and Soldier Center showcases the legacy of the U.S. Army Infantry and honors all soldiers. 1775 Legacy Way, 706-685-5800, nationalinfantrymuseum.com Outside World Outfi ers Columbus An outfi er for all things related to hiking, paddling, climbing, and camping south of Atlanta. Offers classes and guides. 1025 Broadway, 706-322-4200, theoutsideworld.net Oxbow Meadows Environmental Learning Center Birdwatching tours and educational programs and resources for groups, clubs, scouts, and students age 8 and up. 3535 S. Lumpkin Rd., 706-507-8550, oxbow. columbusstate.edu Whitewater Express The longest urban whitewater course in the world, located in the heart of Uptown Columbus. Class III to Class IV+ rapids. 1000 Bay Ave., 706-321-4720, 800-676-7238, whitewaterexpress.com/chattahoochee Cordele Cordele State Farmers Market Offers fresh seasonal produce and is a major shipping point for one of the county's largest cash crops: watermelons. 1901 U.S. Hwy. 41, 229-276-2335, agr.georgia.gov Georgia Veterans State Park This memorial to U.S. veterans has a military museum with aircra and armored vehicles, golf course, and 8,700-acre lake. 2459 U.S. Hwy. 280 W, 855-330-4300, 800-459-1230, georgiastateparks.org/georgiaveterans Lake Blackshear Boating, skiing, trophy fishing, swimming, and other water sports are available at Lake Blackshear. 2459 U.S. Hwy. 280 W, 229-273-3820, lakeblackshearresort.com SAM Shortline Excursion Train Travel through southwest Georgia in air-conditioned 1949 vintage cars, stopping to see the sights in Americus, Leslie, and Plains. 105 E. Ninth Ave., 229-276-0755, 877-427-2457, samshortline. com Whitewater Express, Columbus GDED 18 0 GEORGIA ON MY MIND GA_TravelGuide_2015_GaTravelGde_2014 12/18/15 AT T R A CTI O N S P R E S I D E N TI AL PATHWAYS VISITOR RESOURCES DESTINATION MARKETING ORGANIZATIONS: Call or email these professional resources when dreaming, planning, and booking your next Georgia vacation. *Americus-Sumter County Tourism Association and Welcome Center 101 West Lamar Street, Americus, GA 31709, 229.928.6059, visitamericus.com *Andersonville Welcome Center 109 East Church Street, Andersonville, GA 31711, 229.924.2558, andersonvillegeorgia.info *Columbus Georgia Convention and Visitors Bureau & Visitors Center 900 Front Avenue, Columbus, GA 31902, 706.322.1613, visitcolumbusga.com Cordele-Crisp County Chamber of Commerce 229.273.1668, cordelecrispga.com Cordele Main Street 229.276.2902, CordeleMainStreet.com *Coweta County Convention and Visitors Bureau & Visitor Information Center 200 Court Square, Suite B, Newnan, GA 30263, 770.254.2627, explorecoweta.com Dooly County Chamber of Commerce 229.268.8275, doolychamber.org, Ellaville/Schley County Chamber of Commerce 229.937.2262, ellavillega.com Griffin/Spalding Chamber of Commerce 770.228.8200, griffinchamber.com Heard County Chamber of Commerce 706.675.0560, heardchamber.com Historic Cha ahoochee Commission (Heard, Troup, Harris, Muscogee, Cha ahoochee, and Stewart Counties), 706.845.8440, cha ahoocheetrace.com *LaGrange-Troup County Chamber of Commerce 111 Bull Street, LaGrange, GA 30240, 706.884.8671, lagrangechamber. com Macon County Chamber of Commerce 478.472.2391, maconcountygeorgia.org Marion County Chamber of Commerce 229.649.2842, bvmccoc.com Meriwether County Chamber of Commerce 706.655.2558, meriwethercountychamber.org Pike County Chamber of Commerce 770.567.2029, pikecountygachamber.com *Pine Mountain Tourism Association and Regional Information Center 101 E. Broad Street, Pine Mountain, GA 31822, 706.663.4000, 800.441.3502, pinemountain.org Plains Be er Hometown 229.824.5373, plainsgeorgia.com Senoia Downtown Development Authority 770.727.9173, enjoysenoia.net Talbot County Chamber of Commerce 706.665.8079, talbotcountychamber.org Taylor County Chamber of Commerce 478.862.6022, taylorcountycofc.com Thomaston-Upson County Chamber of Commerce 706.647.9686, thomastongachamber.com GEORGIA VISITOR INFORMATION CENTERS Located in President Jimmy Carter's hometown (Plains), Georgia Interstate 85 (West Point) and Interstate 185 (Columbus) gateways, stop here for Georgia travel information. Columbus 1751 Williams Road, Columbus, GA 31904, 706.649.7455 Plains 1763 U.S. Highway 280, Plains, GA 31780, 229.824.7477 West Point I-85 North, GA/ AL Line West Point, GA 31833, 706.645.3353 *When you're here and need more information, these include a certified Regional Visitor Information Center that have staff trained to help. They can also make recommendations about walking tours, restaurants, and more. The Gateway to Callaway Gardens Friendliest town in Georgia Griffin UGA Research and Education Garden Stroll through 14 gardens, select plants and designs for your own landscape, and take classes on the UGA Griffin Campus. 129 Ellis Rd., 770-228-7288, caes.uga.edu/ campus/griffin/garden LaGrange Bellevue Historical Home Tour this stately antebellum home, one of the finest examples of Greek Revival architecture in the state. 204 Ben Hill St., 706884-1832, lagrangechamber.com/ clientsites/Bellevue.html Biblical History Center, LaGrange Biblical History Center An interactive museum helping people experience the ancient biblical world, its history and culture. 130 Gordon Commercial Dr., 706-885-0363, biblicalhistorycenter.com Downtown LaGrange Walking Tour See old homes and buildings in a variety of architectural styles, as well as fashionable shops and charming restaurants. 111 Bull St., 706-884-8671, lagrangechamber. com Hills & Dales Estate Historic 35-acre estate of textile magnate Fuller E. Callaway Sr. features an Italian villa and formal gardens. 1916 Hills & Dales Dr., 706-882-3242, hillsanddales.org LaGrange Art Museum Known as one of Georgia's best regional museums, the LaGrange Art Museum collects contemporary art by emerging and established artists. 112 Lafaye e Pkwy., 706-882-3267, lagrangeartmuseum.org Legacy Museum on Main Permanent and temporary history exhibits with focus on the people of Troup County and West Georgia. 136 Main St., 706-884-1828, legacymuseumonmain.org Manchester Manchester Railfan Platform The railfan platform provides an excellent view of the North-South and East-West mainlines at this division point and yard. Broad Street Overpass, 706-846-5341, manchester-ga.gov/?s=railfan Newnan Cha ahoochee Bend State Park A haven for paddlers, campers, and anglers, this park boasts miles of river frontage and wooded trails. 425 Bobwhite Way, 770-254-7271, 800-864-7275, georgiastateparks.org/cha ahoocheebend The south's best BBQ, unique shops & wonderful people Georgia's best golf is played at Callaway Gardens Enjoy the hiking, camping, fishing and horseback riding at FDR State Park Just one hour south of Atlanta! or visit pinemountain.org. EXPLOREGEORGIA.ORG 181 BIBLICAL HISTORY CENTER Wish you were here! visitamericusga.com hillsanddales.org 706-882-3242 P R E S I D E N TI AL PATHWAYS AT TRACTI O N S Historic Driving Tour of Homes Newnan Stop by the Coweta County Visitors Center to pick up the 24-page self-guided driving tour brochure of the "City of Homes." 200 Court Sq., Ste. B, 770-2542627, 800-826-9382, explorecoweta.com Male Academy Museum Newnan's first private boys' school is now a museum managed by the Coweta County Historical Society with rotating exhibits. 30 Temple Ave., 770-2510207, newnancowetahistoricalsociety.com/ McRitchie-Hollis Museum Explore this newly renovated 1937 home and see what life was like during the Great Depression and World War II in the South. 74 Jackson St., 770-251-0207, newnancowetahistoricalsociety.com Oak Hill Cemetery This historic cemetery is home to 269 Confederate soldiers, Revolutionary War soldiers, and two governors. 96 Jefferson St., 770254-2627, 800-826-9382, coweta. ga.us/Index.aspx?page=1828 Omaha Florence Marina State Park This small park on 45,000-acre Lake Walter F. George has a marina, fishing pier, boat rental, birding, and fishing. 218 Florence Rd., 229-838-6870, 800-864-7275, georgiastateparks.org/florencemarina Pine Mountain Bu s Mill Farm Fully operational farm with fishing, horseback rides, train rides, water slide, and mini-golf course. 2280 Bu s Mill Rd., 706-6637400, bu smill.farm Callaway Gardens Enjoy this 6,500-acre awardwinning resort and gardens with bu erflies, golf, fishing, dining, trails, zip lines, and workshops. 17800 U.S. Hwy. 27, 706-663-2281, 855-421-3035, callawaygardens. com F. D. Roosevelt State Park Georgia's largest state park is a hiker's and backpacker's haven with more than 40 miles of hiking trails. 2970 GA Hwy. 190, 706-6634858, 800-864-7275, georgiastateparks.org/fdroosevelt Roosevelt Riding Stables Take a guided horseback ride on trails through picturesque Franklin D. Roosevelt State Park. Call for reservations. 1063 Group Camp Rd., 706-628-7463, rooseveltstables.com Wild Animal Safari Take a guided Zebra Bus or drive your own vehicle past bison, giraffes, rhinos, and more at this 500-acre exotic animal park. 1300 Oak Grove Rd., 706-6638744, 800-367-2751, animalsafari. com/georgia Plains Billy Carter Gas Station Museum The famous South Georgia service station once owned by Billy Carter reflects the former First Brother's life. 104 E. Church St., 229-824-5373, plainsgeorgia.com/ billys_station.html Jimmy Carter National Historic Site President Carter's residence, boyhood farm, school, and the railroad depot, which served as his campaign headquarters. 300 N. Bond St., 229-824-4104, nps.gov/jica Reynolds Taylor Orchards Pick strawberries April-May, and buy peaches from the orchard May-June. Fall corn maze. Enjoy homemade ice cream. 1665 Fall Line Fwy. E, 478-847-4186, taylororchards.com Richland Richland Rum Richland Distilling Company Copper pot distillery, cra ing artisan Georgia rum with locally grown sugar cane. Tours and tastings. Groups welcome. 333 Broad St., 229-887-3537, richlandrum.com Senoia Senoia Driving Tour of Homes Includes 24 homes in the National Register Historic District dating from the antebellum and late 19th century period. 200 Court Sq., Ste. B, 770-254-2627, 800-8269382, explorecoweta.com Senoia on the Big Screen Walking Tour and The Touring Dead Take a two-hour walking tour through historic downtown Senoia to visit locations used during production of The Walking Dead. 60 Broad St., Bldg. A, 770-599-0091, georgiamercantile. com/#!tours/c1ncn The Rock The Rock Ranch An hour South of Atlanta, founded by the late S. True Cathy of Chickfil-A, the best farm in Georgia for family fun. 5020 Barnesville Hwy., 706-647-6374, therockranch.com Vienna The Georgia Grown Trail: 41 Association, Inc. Follow the trail to family-owned pick-your-own farms, roadside farm stands, farm-to-table restaurants, and unique lodging. 203 W. Co on St., 229-268-4921, georgiagrowntrail41.com Warm Springs Roosevelt Warm Springs Institute for Rehabilitation A rehabilitation center offering medical and vocational services. Founded by Franklin D. Roosevelt in 1927. Weekday tours. 6135 Roosevelt Hwy., 706-655-5000, rooseveltrehab.org Senoia on the Big Screen Walking Tour and The Touring Dead, Senoia Roosevelt's Li le White House State Historic Site Visit President Franklin D. Roosevelt's vacation home, featuring the portrait he was posing for during his fatal stroke. 401 Li le White House Rd., 706-655-5870, georgiastateparks.org/li lewhitehouse Warm Springs Vineyard and Winery Visit the tasting room to sample muscadine grape wines and seasonal fruit wines made from locally grown fruit. 7227 Roosevelt Hwy., 706-655-2233, visitgeorgiawineries.com/item/ warm-springs-vineyard-and-winery West Point Bobby Wilson Fishing Guide Service Take 5- or 8-hour fishing trips on Georgia lakes with all equipment included and assistance from guides. 500 Resource Dr., 770328-2106, landbigfish.com/charters/showcase.cfm?charter=6654 Williamson Candler Field Museum See biplanes take off and land, and see the replica of the old Atlanta airport as it existed in the 1920s and 30s. 349 Jonathan's Roost Rd., 770-467-8318, peachstateaero.com/museum Woodbury Big Red Oak Covered Bridge The last standing covered bridge built by Horace King, the famous freed slave who became a master bridge builder. Covered Bridge Rd., 706-655-2558, 800-337-1927, meriwethertourism.com/historicsites Woodland Old South Farm Museum & Agricultural Learning Center See tools, equipment, and household goods tracing Southern rural life from the 1800s to the 1960s. Pleasant Valley Rd., 706-975-9136, oldsouthfarm.com GDED/HAROLD DANIELS 18 2 GEORGIA ON MY MIND W H E R E TO STAY P R E S I D E N TI AL PATHWAYS Hotels & Motels AMERICUS Best Western Plus Windsor Hotel 125 W. Lamar St., 229-924-1555, windsor-americus.com Days Inn-Americus 1605 E. Lamar St., 229-924-2726, daysinn.com Hampton Inn - Americus 1609 E. Lamar St., 229-924-3890, hamptoninn.com Knights Inn - Americus 1007 Martin Luther King Blvd., 229-9243613, knightsinn.com Quality Inn - Americus 1205 S. Martin Luther King Blvd., 229-9244431, qualityinn.com COLUMBUS Best Western - Columbus 3443 Macon Rd., 706-568-3300, 800780-7234, bestwestern.com Candlewood Suites - Columbus/ Fort Benning 3389 Victory Dr., 706-683-9900, ihg.com Candlewood Suites - Columbus Northeast 6611 Whi lesey Blvd., 706-940-0900, ihg.com Columbus Marrio 800 Front Ave., 706-324-1800, 800-455-9261, marrio .com Comfort Inn - Columbus 3460 Macon Rd., 706-256-3093, 800424-6423, comfortinn.com Comfort Suites - Columbus 5236 Armour Rd., 706-322-6666, 800228-5150, choicehotels.com Country Inn & Suites by CarlsonColumbus 1720 Fountain Ct., 706-660-1880, 800-830-5222, countryinns.com Country Inn & Suites by CarlsonColumbus/Fort Benning 1664 Rollins Way, 706-256-6390, 800830-5222, countryinns.com Courtyard - Columbus 3501 Courtyard Way, 706-323-2323, 800-399-7626, marrio .com Days Inn - Columbus Downtown near Fort Benning 1325 Veterans Pkwy., 706-322-2522, 800-3252525, daysinn.com Days Inn - Columbus/North/Fort Benning 3452 Macon Rd., 706-5614400, 800-325-2525, daysinn.com Doubletree by Hilton Hotel Columbus 5351 Sidney Simons Blvd., 706-327-6868, doubletree3. hilton.com Econo Lodge Inn & Suites Columbus/Historic District 1024 Veterans Pkwy., 706-320-0007, econolodge.com Econo Lodge Inn & Suites at Fort Benning 4483 Victory Dr., 706-682-3803, 800-553-2666, econolodge.com Extended Stay America - Columbus/Airport 5020 Armour Rd., 706-653-0131, 800-398-7829, extendedstayamerica.com Extended Stay America - Columbus/Bradley Park 1721 Rollins Way, 706-653-9938, 800-398-7829, extendedstayamerica.com Fairfield Inn & Suites - Columbus 4510 Armour Rd., 706-317-3600, 800-228-2800, marrio .com Hampton Inn - Columbus/South/ Fort Benning 2870 S. Lumpkin Rd., 706-660-5550, hamptoninn3. hilton.com Hampton Inn - Columbus/Airport 5585 Whitesville Rd., 706-5765303, hamptoninn3.hilton.com Hampton Inn - Columbus/North 7390 Bear Ln., 706-256-2222, hamptoninn3.hilton.com Hawthorne Suites by Wyndham - Columbus 3662 Victory Dr., 706-687-7515, hawthorn.com Hilton Garden Inn - Columbus 1500 Bradley Lakes Blvd., 706-660-1000, 800-774-1500, hiltongardeninn3.hilton.com Holiday Inn - Columbus/North I-185 2800 Manchester Expwy., 706-324-0231, 888-465-4329, holidayinn.com Holiday Inn Express & Suites - Columbus at Northlake 7336 Bear Ln., 706-507-7200, 888-4654329, hiexpress.com Holiday Inn Express & Suites Columbus/Fort Benning 3901 Victory Dr., 706-507-7080, 888465-4329, hiexpress.com Home2 Suites by Hilton - Columbus 1664 Whi lesey Rd., 706-2576931, home2suites3.hilton.com Homewood Suites by Hilton Columbus 6614 Whi lesey Blvd., 706-568-3545, homewoodsuites3. hilton.com Howard Johnson Inn & Suites Columbus 1011 Veterans Pkwy., 706-322-6641, hojo.com Hya Place - Columbus North 2974 N. Lake Pkwy., 706-5075000, hya placecolumbusnorth. com InTown Suites Extended Stay Columbus 6040 Knology Way, 706-561-1795, intownsuites.com La Quinta Inn & Suites - Columbus State University 2919 Warm Springs Rd., 706-323-4344, lq.com La Quinta Inn - Columbus Midtown 3201 Macon Rd., 706568-1740, 800-753-3757, lq.com Microtel Inn & Suites by Windham - Columbus North 1728 Fountain Ct., 706-653-7004, microtelinn.com Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham - Columbus near Fort Benning 3930 St. Marys Rd., 706685-2305, microtelinn.com Motel 6 - Columbus 3050 Victory Dr., 706-687-7214, 800-899-9841, motel6.com Residence Inn - Columbus 2670 Adams Farm Dr., 706-494-0050, 800-331-3131, marrio .com Sleep Inn - Columbus 5100 Armour Rd., 706-653-1330, sleepinn. com SpringHill Suites - Columbus 5415 Whi lesey Blvd., 706-576-3773, 888-287-9400, marrio .com Staybridge Suites - Columbus/ Fort Benning 1678 Whi lesey Rd., 706-507-7700, sbscolumbus.com Super 8 - Columbus/Airport 2935 Warm Springs Rd., 706-322-6580, super8.com TownePlace Suites - Columbus 4534 Armour Rd., 706-322-3001, marrio .com Value Place - Columbus #2 (Blanchard) 1801 Victory Dr., Bldg. 2, 706-223-3880, valueplace.com Value Place - Columbus #1 (Victory Drive) 1801 Victory Dr., Bldg. 1, 706-223-3636, valueplace.com Wingate by Wyndham - Columbus/Fort Benning 1711 Rollins Way, 706-225-1000, 800-228-1000, wingatehotels.com Wyndham Garden - Columbus/ Fort Benning 4027 Veterans Ct., 706-507-1111, 866-625-3113, wyndham.com CORDELE Best Western Colonial Inn 1706 E. 16th Ave., 229-273-5420, 800721-3352, bestwesterngeorgia. com Fairfield Inn & Suites - Cordele 2001 16th Ave. E, 229-273-0042, marrio .com Hampton Inn - Cordele/Vienna 1603 16th Ave. E, 229-273-0737, hamptoninn3.hilton.com Holiday Inn Express & Suites - Cordele North 1102 Arc Way Dr., 229-273-8775, 888-465-4329, hiexpress.com Quality Inn - Cordele 1601 16th Ave. E, 229-273-2371, 800-2285150, qualityinn.com Ramada Inn - Cordele 2016 16th Ave. E, 229-273-5000, ramada.com Travelodge - Cordele 1618 E. 16th Ave., 229-273-2456, travelodge. com GRIFFIN Baymont Inn & Suites - Griffin 2007 N. Expressway, 770-2299900, baymontinns.com Comfort Inn & Suites - Griffin 1906 N. Expressway, 770-233-4747, comfortinn.com Days Inn - Griffin 1719 N. Expressway, 770-229-9797, daysinn.com Econo Lodge Inn & Suites 1616 N. Expressway, 770-227-8400, econolodge.com Griffin Inn & Suites 676 N. Expressway, 770-412-1184, magnusonhotels.com Holiday Inn Express & Suites - Griffin 1900 N. Expressway, 770-228-9799, 888-465-4329, hiexpress.com Super 8 - Griffin 2010 N. Expressway, 770-228-1393, super8.com HOGANSVILLE Garden Inn & Suites-Hogansville 1630 Bass Cross Rd., 706-6375400, magnusonhotels.com LAGRANGE Baymont Inn & Suites - LaGrange 107 Hoffman Dr., 706-885-9002, baymontinns.com Comfort Inn & Suites 1512 LaFaye e Pkwy., 706-882-7700, comfortinn.com Days Inn - LaGrange 2606 Whitesville Rd., 706-882-8881, daysinn.com EXPLOREGEORGIA.ORG 18 3 P R E S I D E N TIA L PAT HWAYS W H E R E TO STAY Hampton Inn - LaGrange near Callaway Gardens 100 Willis Cir., 706-845-1115, hamptoninn3.hilton.com Holiday Inn Express & Suites - LaGrange 205 Co on Rd., 706-298-4571, hiexpress.com La Quinta Inn & Suites LaGrange/I-85 111 Hoffman Dr., 706-812-8000, laquintalagrange.com Lafaye e Garden Inn & Conference Center of LaGrange 1513 Lafaye e Pkwy., 706-8846175, lafaye egardeninn.com Quality Inn - LaGrange 110 Jameson Dr., 706-882-8700, qualityinn.com Red Roof Inn - LaGrange 1601 Lafaye e Pkwy., 706-882-9540, 800-733-7663, redroof.com Stay Lodge LaGrange - LaGrange 1610 Whitesville St., 706-884-3127, 800-407-9979, staylodgehotels.com Super 8 - LaGrange 29 Patillo Rd., 706-845-9093, super8.com Wingate by Wyndham LaGrange 103 Wingate Ter., 706-298-5270, 866-416-0401, wingatehotels.com MONTEZUMA Americas Best Value Inn Montezuma 520 Spaulding Rd., 478-472-4565, americasbestvalueinn.com NEWNAN Americas Best Value Inn - Newnan 1344 Hwy. 29 S, 770-253-8550, 888-315-2378, americasbestvalueinn.com Best Western Shenandoah Inn 620 Hwy. 34 E, 770-304-9700, 877-455-1244, bestwestern.com Country Inn & Suites by Carlson - Newnan 1125 Newnan Crossing Blvd. E, 770-304-8500, 800-830-5222, countryinns.com Hampton Inn - Atlanta/ Newnan 50 Hampton Way, 770-253-9922, 800-426-7866, hamptoninn.com La Quinta Inn & Suites Atlanta South/Newnan 600 Bullsboro Dr., 770-502-8430, 800-753-3757, lq.com Motel 6 - Newnan 6 Herring Rd., 770-251-2828, 800-8999841, motel6.com The Lodge & Spa at Callaway Gardens, Pine Mountain GAY Big Red Oak Plantation Shooting Preserve 8428 Greenville St., 706-538-6870, bigredoakplantation.com PINE MOUNTAIN Pine Mountain Club Chalets Resort 14475 GA Hwy. 18, 706-663-2211, pmccresort.com WARM SPRINGS Mountain Top Inn & Resort 177 Royal Lodge Dr., 706663-4719, 800-533-6376, mountaintopinnga.com Quality Inn - Newnan 40 Lakeside Way, 770-252-1236, 877-424-6423, qualityinn.com SpringHill Suites - Newnan 1119 Bullsboro Dr., 770-254-8900, 888-287-9400, marrio .com Stay Lodge - Newnan 90 Millard Farmer Industrial Blvd., 770-254-0295, staylodgehotels.com Super 8 - Newnan 1455 Hwy. 29 S, 770-683-0089, super8. com TownePlace Suites - Newnan 4001 McIntosh Pkwy., 770400-8810, marrio .com PINE MOUNTAIN The Lodge & Spa at Callaway Gardens, Autograph Collection 4500 Southern Pine Dr., 706-489-3300, 866-750-3980, callawaylodgeandspa.com Mountain Creek Inn at Callaway Gardens 17800 U.S. Hwy. 27, 706-663-2281, 855-4213035, callawaygardens.com White Columns Motel 524 S. Main Ave., 706-663-2312, 800-722-5083, whitecolumnsmotel.com THOMASTON Days Inn - Thomaston 1211 Hwy. 19 N, 706-648-9260, daysinn.com Econo Lodge - Thomaston 1207 Hwy. 19 N, 706-6482900, econolodge.com Quality Inn - Thomaston 1010 Hwy. 19 N, 706-648-2232, qualityinn.com WEST POINT Americas Best Value Inn West Point 1870 GA Hwy. 18, 706-643-9922, americasbestvalueinn.com Resorts, Lodges & Plantations CORDELE Georgia Veterans State Park 2459-A Hwy. 280 W, 855-330-4300, 800-4591230, georgiastateparks.org/ georgiaveterans Lake Blackshear Resort & Golf Club 2459-H Hwy. 280 W, 229-276-1004, 800-459-1230, lakeblackshearresort.com Condos & Vacation Rentals PINE MOUNTAIN The Mountain Creek Villas at Callaway Gardens 17800 U.S. Hwy. 27, 706-663-2281, 855-4213035, callawaygardens.com Bed & Breakfasts and Inns AMERICUS Americus Garden Inn Bed & Breakfast 504 Rees Park, 229-931-0122, americusgardeninn.com BUENA VISTA Sign of the Dove B&B 108 N. Church St., 229-649-3663, 888-690-3663, sign-of-thedove.com COLUMBUS Rothschild-Pound House Inn 201 Seventh St., 706-322-4075, thepoundhouseinn.com GRIFFIN Double Cabins Plantation B&B 3335 Jackson Rd., 404-625-3038, doublecabinsplantation.vinteg.com H A M I LTO N Holly House of Hamilton 127 Barnes Mill Rd., 706-628-5634, hollyhouseo amilton.com HOGANSVILLE Hogan House at Rosehill 804 E. Main St., 706-415-1874, hoganhouseatrosehillbandb.com NEWNAN Casa Bella Bed & Breakfast 51 Temple Ave., 770-755-6750, casabellabb.com PINE MOUNTAIN Chipley Murrah Bed & Breakfast 207 W. Harris St., 706-663-9801, 844-213-5799, chipleymurrah.com PLAINS Plains Historic Inn 106 Main St., 229-824-4517, plainsinn.net SENOIA The Culpepper House 35 Broad St., 770-599-8182, culpepperhouse.com The Veranda Historic Bed & Breakfast Inn 252 Seavy St., 770-599-3905, verandabandbinn.com UNADILLA Sugar Hill Bed & Breakfast 2540 Sugar Hill Rd., 478-6273557, sugarhillbedandbreakfast.com VIENNA Fruits of Vienna Bed & Breakfast 509 N. Third St., 229-9473401, fruitsofvienna.com WARM SPRINGS Hotel Warm Springs Bed & Breakfast Inn 47 Broad St., 706-655-2114, 800-366-7616, hotelwarmspringsbb.org Meriwether Country Inn 5675 Spring St., 706-655-9099, meriwethercountryinn.com ZEBULON Ellio Helms House 1722 Chapman Rd., 770-841-9268, pikeguesthouse.com Cabins & Cottages LAGRANGE Highland Marina Resort 1000 Seminole Rd., 706-8823437, 866-378-7001, highlandmarina.com OMAHA Florence Marina State Park 218 Florence Rd., 229-8386870, 800-864-7275, georgiastateparks.org/florencemarina PINE MOUNTAIN F.D. Roosevelt State Park 2970 GA Hwy. 190, 706-6634858, 800-864-7275, georgiastateparks.org/fdroosevelt The Southern Pine Co ages at Callaway Gardens 17800 U.S. Hwy. 27, 706-663-2281, 855-421-3035, callawaygardens.com THOMASTON Stillmeadows Cabins 150 Roland Rd., 706-646-4908, stillmeadowscabins.com Campgrounds & RV Parks AMERICUS Brickyard Plantation Golf Club & RV Park 1619 U.S. Hwy. 280 E, 229-874-1234, brickyardgolfclub.com ANDERSONVILLE Andersonville RV Park 209 W. Church St., 229-924-2558, andersonvillegeorgia.info ARABI Southern Gates RV Park & Campground 138 Campsite Rd., 229-273-6464, southerngates.com COLUMBUS Lake Pines Campground 6404 Garre Rd., 706-5619675, lakepines.net CORDELE Cordele KOA 373 Rockhouse Rd. E, 229-273-5454, 800-562-0275, koa.com C U S S E TA Riverbend Park & Primitive Camping 962 Riverbend Park Rd., 706-989-9911, ugoccc.us LAGRANGE 3 Creeks Campground 305 Old Roanoke Rd., 706-8457655, 3creeksentertainment. net Holiday Campground at West Point Lake 954 Abbotsford Rd., 706-884-6818, sam.usace.army.mil Pyne Road Park Campground 4481 Roanoke Rd., 706-883-1670, trouprec.org Whitetail Ridge Campground at West Point Lake 565 Abbotsford Rd., 706884-8972, sam.usace.army.mil NEWNAN Cha ahoochee Bend State Park 425 Bobwhite Way, 770-254-7271, 800-864-7275, georgiastateparks.org/chattahoocheebend OGLETHORPE Whitewater Creek Park 165 Whitewater Rd., 478-472-8171, maconcountyga.gov/whitewater-creek-park.cfm PINE MOUNTAIN Pine Mountain RV Resort 8804 Hamilton Rd. Hwy. 27, 706-663-4329, 866-929-9586, rvcoutdoors.com/pinemountain THE ROCK Conestoga Wagon Camping at Rock Ranch 5020 Barnesville Hwy., 706-6476374, therockranch.com/ conestoga-wagon-camping THOMASTON Flint River Outdoor Center 4429 Woodland Rd., 706-6472633, flintriveroutdoorcenter. com WEST POINT R. Shaefer Heard Campground at West Point Lake 101 Shaefer Heard Park Rd., 706-645-2404, sam.usace. army.mil Farm Stays & Guest Ranches M A R S H A L LV I L L E Grandeur Farm Equine Retreat 9975 GA Rt. 127 E, 478-967-2145, grandeurfarms. com THE ROCK Farm Stays at The Rock Ranch 5020 Barnesville Hwy., 706-647-6374, therockranch.com/farm-stays 18 4 GEORGIA ON MY MIND THE LODGE AND SPA AT CALLAWAY GARDENS Travel Guide Receive travel information quickly and easily to help plan your next trip to Georgia From the Historic High Country to the Coast, there are histories to learn, luxuries to indulge and treasures to discover. Learn more about what Georgia has to offer. 3 WAYS TO RESPOND AND RECEIVE YOUR GEORGIA TRAVEL INFORMATION: 1) FASTEST: log onto ExploreGeorgia.org/readerservice 2) Fax this page to 888-847-6035 3) OR, mail this page to Georgia Travel Guide, 260 Peachtree St., Suite 300, Atlanta, GA, 30303 NAME ADDRESS CITY STATE ZIP CODE EMAIL ADDRESS PHONE NUMBER (OPTIONAL) WHEN DO YOU PLAN TO TRAVEL TO GEORGIA? CHECK THE BOXES BELOW TO RECEIVE INFORMATION FROM ADVERTISERS IN THE GEORGIA TRAVEL GUIDE FRONT OF BOOK/COVER ADS R 41. Clayton County CVB R 1. Albany CVB R 42. CNN Studio Tours R 2. Americas Best Value Inn R 43. Cobb County R 3. Atlanta History Center R 44. College Football Hall of Fame R 4. Athens CVB R 45. DeKalb CVB/Stone Mountain R 5. ATL Airport District R 46. Fernbank Museum of Natural History R 6. Blue Ridge/Fannin County R 47. Georgia Aquarium R 8. Callaway Gardens R 48. Gone With the Wind Trail R 9. Chateau Elan R 49. Johns Creek R 10. City of Brookhaven R 50. Marietta Trolley R 11. City of Suwanee R 51. Marietta Visitors Bureau R 12. R 13. R 14. Adventure Lodges, Resorts, Spas & Golf Courses Dawsonville/Dawson County Dunwoody R 52. R 53. R 54. McDonough Tourism Medieval Times National Center for Civil and Human Rights R 15. Georgia's Lake Country R 55. Peachtree City CVB R 16. Georgia State Parks R 56. Roswell CVB R 17. Golden Isles R 57. Sandy Springs Tourism R 18. Brunswick Golden Isles Airport R 58. Savannah College of Art and Design R 19. Days Inn & Suites Jekyll Island R 59. The Southern Museum R 20. Holiday Inn Resort at Jekyll Island R 60. SuperShuttle R 21. Jekyll Island Club Hotel R 61. World of Coca Cola R 22. The King and Prince Beach & Golf Resort R 23. Latitude 31 R 24. Little St. Simons Island R 25. Sea Island R 26. Tortuga Jack's Restaurant R 27. Village Inn & Pub R 28. Westin Jekyll Island CLASSIC SOUTH ADS R 62. Augusta CVB R 63. Burke County R 64. Morris Museum of Art R 65. Swainsboro/Emanuel County COC R 66. Thomson McDuffie R 29. R 30. R 31. R 32. R 33. Henry County Hooked on Lake Lanier Jekyll Island Johns Creek CVB McDonough COAST ADS R 67. Capt. Mike's Dolphin Adventures R 68. Darien/McIntosh County R 69. DeSoto Beach Hotel/ DeSoto Beach Vacation Properties R 34. Shops at Buckhead Atlanta R 70. Hinesville/Liberty County Tourism R 35. Warner Robins CVB R 71. Okefenokee COC ATLANTA METRO ADS R 36. Alpharetta CVB R 37. Atlanta CVB R 38. Center for Puppetry Arts R 39. City of Decatur R 40. City of Powder Springs R 72. R 73. R 74. R 75. R 76. R 77. R 78. Old Savannah Tours Pooler COC & Vistors Bureau Port Wentworth COC Richmond Hill CVB Savannah College of Art and Design Savannah Riverboat Cruises The Crab Shack R 79. R 80. R 81. R 82. R 83. Thunderbird Inn Tybee Lighthouse Visit Savannah Visit Tybee Waycross Tourism Bureau HISTORIC HEARTLAND ADS R 84. Blue Willow Inn Restaurant R 85. City of Forsyth R 86. Conyers CVB R 87. Covington CVB R 88. Go Fish R 89. The Lodge on Lake Oconee R 90. Macon CVB R 91. Monastery of the Holy Spirit R 92. Museum of Aviation R 93. Perry Area CVB R 94. Visit Oconee HISTORIC HIGH COUNTRY ADS R 95. Booth Western Art Museum R 96. Calhoun/Gordon County COC R 97. Carrollton Area CVB R 98. Cartersville/Bartow CVB R 99. Cherokee County R 100. City of Ringgold R 101. Georgia Winery R 102. Gilmer County R 103. Haralson County R 104. Historic Banning Mills R 105. Lake Winnepesaukah R 106. Mountain Top Cabin Rentals R 107. Rock City R 108. Rome CVB R 109. Villa Rica Tourism MAGNOLIA MIDLANDS ADS R 110. Alma/Bacon County COC R 111. City of Lyons R 112. Douglas Welcome Center R 113. Eastman, GA's Magnolia Music & Medicine Show R 114. Fitzgerald Area CVB R 115. Statesboro CVB R 116. Vidalia CVB R 117. Visit Dublin GA R 118. Wheeler County COC NORTHEAST GEORGIA MOUNTAINS ADS R 119. Alpine Helen/White CVB R 120. Babyland General Hospital R 121. Banks County R 122. Blairsville Scottish Festival and Highland Games R 123. Blairsville/Union County COC R 124. Braselton R 125. City of Gainesville R 126. Dahlonega R 127. Dillard R 128. Foxfire R 129. Habersham County R 130. Mark of the Potter R 131. Northeast Georgia Lake Region R 132. Rabun County TDA R 133. Ridges Resort R 134. Towns County COC R 135. William Holland School of Lapidary Arts PLANTATION TRACE ADS R 136. Cairo/Grady County R 137. City of Thomasville / Pebble Hill Plantation R 138. National Parks Service R 139. Tifton/Tift County Tourism R 140. Valdosta Tourism PRESIDENTIAL PATHWAYS ADS R 141. City of Americus R 142. Columbus CVB R 143. Hills & Dales Estate R 144. Pine Mountain Tourism R 145. Rock Ranch COC (Chamber of Commerce) CVB (Convention & Visitors Bureau) T 801. Art T 802. Agricultural Tourism T 803. Attractions/Theme Parks T 804. Beaches/Coast T 805. Birding T 806. Boating T 807. Camping CHECK THE BOXES FOR INFORMATION YOU WISH TO RECEIVE T 808. Civil War T 809. Cooking Schools/ Culinary Experiences T 810. Dining/Nightlife T 811. Fairs & Festivals T 812. Family Reunions T 813. Films/Movies T 814. Fishing T 815. Golf T 816. Hiking T 817. Historic Sites T 818. Hunting T 819. Kayaking/ White Water Rafting T 820. Lakes T 821. Lodging T 822. Main Street/Small Towns T 823. Military History T 824. Mountains T 825. Museums T 826. Music/Music Events T 827. Shopping T 828. Spas T 829. Sporting Events T 830. State/National Parks T 831. Theatre/Plays T 832. Wineries Please check here if you do not wish to receive special offers via email from Georgia and/or our marketing partners. T 900 STAPLE HERE. Georgia Travel Guide 260 Peachtree St. Suite 300 Atlanta, GA 30303 PLEASE PLACE STAMP HERE FOLD ALONG DOTTED LINE. IN ORDER TO GET TO KNOW YOU BETTER, PLEASE ANSWER THE FOLLOWING QUESTIONS: 1. Have you ever visited Georgia? 7. Which region are you most T 01. Yes T 02. No considering visiting? T 01. Atlanta Metro 2. How soon do you plan to visit Georgia? T 02. Coast T 01. 3 months T 02. 6 months T 03. Classic South T 03. 1 year T 04. Not sure T 04. 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