North Georgia Mountains, GA

Travel Guide

There are two creeks contributing to these cascades. Curtis Creek is to the left and York Creek is the cascade on the right. These combine into what is now considered Smith Creek at the base, which is where I am standing for this shot.
There are two creeks contributing to these cascades. Curtis Creek is to the left and York Creek is the cascade on the right. These combine into what is now considered Smith Creek at the base, which is where I am standing for this shot.
The old Griscom Gold Mine and Stamp mill at the bottom of Findley Ridge on Tanyard Branch in the North Georgia gold rush town of Dahlonega. The stamp mill was built in the 1870's but has been abandoned for decades. It is now on the verge of collapse.
I think this might be my favorite from the trip. I am going to come back up here now that I know it's here. I didn't expect this little forest service road to offer so much beauty.
On the campus of Toccoa Falls College is this waterfall. What a place to study/read/relax! We discovered this spot in north Georgia on a #roadtrip up I-85.

Where to stay in North Georgia Mountains

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Cherry Lake

While Cherry Lake isn't home to many top sights, Blue Ridge Scenic Railway and Sugar Creek Raceway are some notable places to visit nearby.

Cherry Lake
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Cashes Valley

Though Cashes Valley might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Mercier Orchards and Sugar Creek Raceway.

Cashes Valley
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Raccoon Ridge

Raccoon Ridge might not have many top sights, but The Lilly Pad Village and Falls Branch Falls are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Raccoon Ridge
A misty View - Georgia, USA

Foxfire Estates

5/5(1 area review)

Foxfire Estates might not have many top sights, but Sugar Creek Raceway and Blue Ridge Community Theater are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Foxfire Estates
morning sunrise ove blue ridge parkway mountains

Walnut Mountain

5/5(1 area review)

While Walnut Mountain isn't home to many top sights, Ellijay Marketplace and Ellijay River Vineyards are some notable places to visit nearby.

Walnut Mountain
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Rivers Edge

Rivers Edge might not have many top sights, but Cartecay River and Ellijay Marketplace are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Rivers Edge
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Cumming near Northside Hospital Forsyth

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Cumming near Northside Hospital Forsyth

4 out of 5
915 Buford Highway Cumming GA
The price is NT$3,313 per night from Mar 16 to Mar 17
NT$3,313
NT$4,075 total
Mar 16 - Mar 17
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Cumming. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (517 reviews)
Clean hotel. Kind and very helpful staff. Clean, spacious room. Love the free cookies! Did a Door Dash delivery and food was held at front desk for us until we picked it up.

Reviewed on 2026/2/19

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Cumming near Northside Hospital Forsyth
Best Western Plus Lake Lanier/gainesville Hotel & Suites

Best Western Plus Lake Lanier/gainesville Hotel & Suites

2.5 out of 5
4535 Oakwood Rd Oakwood GA
The price is NT$3,168 per night from Feb 25 to Feb 26
NT$3,168
NT$3,800 total
Feb 25 - Feb 26
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Oakwood. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (743 reviews)
Staff is great. Always clean and breakfast is adequate.

Reviewed on 2026/2/18

Best Western Plus Lake Lanier/gainesville Hotel & Suites
Hampton Inn Helen

Hampton Inn Helen

2.5 out of 5
147 Unicoi Street Helen GA
The price is NT$2,655 per night from Mar 8 to Mar 9
NT$2,655
NT$3,238 total
Mar 8 - Mar 9
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Helen. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,003 reviews)
Great staff and great location! Bathroom was dusty and shower was not cleaned well but that’s not enough for us to not return!

Reviewed on 2026/2/23

Hampton Inn Helen
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The Villas at Coosawattee River Resort

The Villas at Coosawattee River Resort

4 out of 5
634 Beaver Lake Dr Ellijay GA
Book a stay at this family-friendly villa in Ellijay. Enjoy free parking, an outdoor pool, and a fitness center. Popular attractions Talona Lake and Riverside ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (330 reviews)
The Best Experience, the calmness and beauty of it all. We had a wonderful experience with all the nature

Reviewed on 2026/2/22

The Villas at Coosawattee River Resort
Alpine Crest Resort

Alpine Crest Resort

3.5 out of 5
273 Carrie Cox Dr Helen GA
Stay at this aparthotel in Helen. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a picnic area. Popular attractions Unicoi Hill Park and Charlemagne's Kingdom are located ...
7.8/10 Good! (154 reviews)
Clean big room with washer dryer and 2 bathrooms.

Reviewed on 2026/2/17

Alpine Crest Resort
Gingershack Farms

Gingershack Farms

3 out of 5
280 Turkey Creek Dr Ellijay GA
Book a stay at this family-friendly cabin in Ellijay. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Popular attractions Fainting Goat Vineyards and Winery and ...
10/10 Exceptional! (64 reviews)
Great cabin very clean and comfortable with beautiful views

Reviewed on 2026/2/23

Gingershack Farms
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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Popular places to visit

Waterfall, Amicalola Falls State Park, Georgia, USA

Amicalola Falls State Park

5/5(136 reviews)

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Amicalola Falls State Park during your travels in Dawsonville. Wander the forest or discover the mountain views in this romantic area.

Amicalola Falls State Park
Short 1 hour trip each way in the North Georgia mountains.

Blue Ridge Scenic Railway

4.5/5(148 reviews)

You can find out about the history of Blue Ridge with a trip to Blue Ridge Scenic Railway. Discover the mountain views in this family-friendly area, or enjoy its hiking trails.

Blue Ridge Scenic Railway
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Brasstown Bald Mountain

4.5/5(97 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Brasstown Bald Mountain and enjoy the mountain views during your trip to Hiawassee. Wander the lakeside in this relaxing area.

Brasstown Bald Mountain
Amicalola Falls in autumn Georgia

Amicalola Falls

5/5(125 reviews)

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Amicalola Falls during your travels in Dawsonville. Discover the mountain views in this relaxing area, or seek out the hiking trails.

Amicalola Falls
The lake at Vogel State Park in Blairsville, GA.

Vogel State Park

4.5/5(75 reviews)

You can take time to visit Vogel State Park during your travels to Blairsville. Wander the riverfront or discover the mountain views in this relaxing area.

Vogel State Park
Wolf Mountain Vineyards showing landscape views

Wolf Mountain Vineyards

4.5/5(40 reviews)

You can enjoy a tasting or tour at Wolf Mountain Vineyards during your travels to Dahlonega. Discover the mountain views in this family-friendly area.

Wolf Mountain Vineyards

Cities near North Georgia Mountains

Cafe Intermezzo Building, Avalon, Alpharetta, Georgia

Alpharetta

Dahlonega

Dahlonega

Shady view of Georgia Guidestones in Elberton, GA

Elberton

Dillard

Dillard

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