North Georgia Mountains

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

Cherry Lake might not have many top sights, but Blue Ridge Scenic Railway and Sugar Creek Raceway are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Cherry Lake
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Cashes Valley

When in Cashes Valley, you can plan a visit to Mercier Orchards and Sugar Creek Raceway, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Cashes Valley
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Raccoon Ridge

Though Raccoon Ridge may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like The Lilly Pad Village and Falls Branch Falls.

Raccoon Ridge
A misty View - Georgia, USA

Foxfire Estates

Though Foxfire Estates may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Sugar Creek Raceway and Blue Ridge Community Theater.

Foxfire Estates
morning sunrise ove blue ridge parkway mountains

Walnut Mountain

Though Walnut Mountain may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Ellijay Marketplace and Ellijay River Vineyards.

Walnut Mountain
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Rivers Edge

While Rivers Edge isn't home to many top sights, Cartecay River and Ellijay Marketplace are some notable places to visit nearby.

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 €110 per night from 16 Mar to 17 Mar
€110
16 Mar - 17 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Cumming. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
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 19 Feb 2026

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 €103 per night from 24 Feb to 25 Feb
€103
24 Feb - 25 Feb
includes taxes & fees
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 clean rooms ...
9/10 Wonderful! (743 reviews)
Staff is great. Always clean and breakfast is adequate.

Reviewed on 18 Feb 2026

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 €87 per night from 1 Mar to 2 Mar
€87
1 Mar - 2 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Helen. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
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 23 Feb 2026

Hampton Inn Helen
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.
The Villas at Coosawattee River Resort

The Villas at Coosawattee River Resort

4 out of 5
634 Beaver Lake Dr Ellijay GA
Stay at this family-friendly villa in Ellijay. Enjoy free parking, an outdoor pool and a fitness centre. Popular attractions Talona Lake and Riverside Park are ...
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 22 Feb 2026

The Villas at Coosawattee River Resort
!!Skyline LOVER'S Retreat!!! Sprawling Mtn Views!! Hottub!! Passion Suite!!

!!Skyline LOVER'S Retreat!!! Sprawling Mtn Views!! Hottub!! Passion Suite!!

Blue Ridge GA
Stay at this cabin in Blue Ridge. Enjoy laundry facilities, balconies and in-room fireplaces. Popular attraction Sugar Creek Raceway is located nearby.
9.8/10 Exceptional! (9 reviews)
John was great. However, the dates shown were not ours. We stayed Feb.19-21. Which may explain how the cabin was doubled booked yesterday.

Reviewed on 21 Feb 2026

!!Skyline LOVER'S Retreat!!! Sprawling Mtn Views!! Hottub!! Passion Suite!!
Enjoy a Luxe Riverfront Retreat at Miracle Creek

Enjoy a Luxe Riverfront Retreat at Miracle Creek

Epworth GA
Stay at this family-friendly cabin in Epworth. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a fitness centre and laundry facilities. Popular attractions McCaysville City Park and Ocoee ...
10/10 Exceptional! (36 reviews)
Great property and host was amazing. Can’t wait to visit again in the future.

Reviewed on 15 Dec 2025

Enjoy a Luxe Riverfront Retreat at Miracle Creek
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.

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