North Georgia Mountains Travel Guide

Tourist 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
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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 Scenic Railway.

Foxfire Estates
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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
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
Days Inn by Wyndham Helen

Days Inn by Wyndham Helen

2 out of 5
101 Edelweiss Strausse Helen GA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ₹6,565 per night from 11 Mar to 12 Mar
₹6,565
₹8,077 total
11 Mar - 12 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Helen. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. Popular ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (616 reviews)
Would stay again

Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026

Days Inn by Wyndham Helen
Hampton Inn Helen

Hampton Inn Helen

2.5 out of 5
147 Unicoi Street Helen GA
The price is ₹8,460 per night from 22 Mar to 23 Mar
₹8,460
₹10,275 total
22 Mar - 23 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)
Very pet friendly hotel.

Reviewed on 8 Mar 2026

Hampton Inn Helen
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 ₹10,202 per night from 9 Apr to 10 Apr
₹10,202
₹12,513 total
9 Apr - 10 Apr
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! (520 reviews)
It was very clean

Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Cumming near Northside Hospital Forsyth
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! (332 reviews)
Excellent

Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026

The Villas at Coosawattee River Resort
Alpine Crest Resort

Alpine Crest Resort

2 out of 5
273 Carrie Cox Dr Helen GA
Stay at this aparthotel in Helen. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a picnic area. Popular attractions Unicoi Hill Park and Helen Arts & Heritage Center are ...
7.8/10 Good! (154 reviews)
Clean big room with washer dryer and 2 bathrooms.

Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026

Alpine Crest Resort
Landing Apartments - Oakwood

Landing Apartments - Oakwood

4 out of 5
1000 Forestview Dr Oakwood GA
Stay at this family-friendly apartment in Oakwood. Enjoy free parking, a rooftop terrace and a 24-hour fitness centre. Popular attractions Lake Lanier and Gainesville ...
Landing Apartments - Oakwood
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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