The 10 Best Restaurants in Helen GA for Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Nestled in the Blue Ridge Mountains of Georgia, about an hour north of the I-285 perimeter, Helen GA is known for its Alpine architecture, quirky
The 20 Best Things to Do in Blue Ridge, GA
[Updated August 22, 2021] My earliest memories of the Blue Ridge Mountains are of backpacking trips with our church youth group, which my parents led.
The 20 Best Fall Fairs and Festivals in Georgia
When the air turns crisp and the leaves begin to transform into gorgeous shades of red, orange, and yellow, you know it’s fall in the
How to Get to the DeSoto Falls Scenic Area Near Helen GA
Some experts suggest there are as many as 700 waterfalls in Georgia, although many of these remain remote and inaccessible to all but the hardiest
The 20 Best Things to Do in Clayton, GA (the Gem of Northeast Georgia)
[Updated August 9, 2021] Cities like Blue Ridge, Dahlonega, Ellijay, and Helen have all earned accolades among the most beautiful Blue Ridge Mountain towns in
The 15 Best Waterfalls Near Helen GA
Widely known as “Georgia’s Alpine Village,” Helen is a beautiful mountain town that offers a charming bit of Bavaria in the Blue Ridge Mountains. Although
The 25 Best Hiking Trails in North Georgia Bucket List
[Updated July 26, 2021] From the soaring summits of Blood Mountain and Brasstown Bald to the cascades of enchanting waterfalls like Anna Ruby and Amicalola,
The 15 Best North Georgia Mountains for Hiking
[Updated July 18, 2021] If you’re looking to immerse yourself in nature, soak in stunning views, and tackle unforgettable outdoor adventures, look no further than the majestic
The 20 Best Pumpkin Patches in North Georgia to Visit
When the autumn leaves begin to transform into vibrant shades of red, orange, and yellow, many avid “leaf peepers” start getting excited about all the
The 15 Best Things to Do in Helen GA
Widely known as “Georgia’s Alpine Village,” Helen is a former mining town nestled at the southern end of the Blue Ridge Mountains. The tiny town
Apple Picking in Georgia: The 10 Best North GA Apple Orchards to Visit
When autumn starts to roll around, there are plenty of fun annual traditions to look forward to. From watching the leaves transform into glorious fall
The 10 Best Waterfalls Near Blue Ridge GA
[Updated July 25, 2021] Between the historic downtown area, delicious restaurants, wineries, gorgeous scenery, outdoor activities, and unique places to stay, it’s no wonder why
Hiking the Blood Mountain Trail in Blairsville, GA
Reaching the picturesque summit of the Blood Mountain trail felt very much like conquering a mountain, both literally and metaphorically. The strenuous uphill climb continues
Howard Finster’s Paradise Garden: How to Get 24-Hour Access
Howard Finster’s Paradise Garden is truly like no place you’ve ever been, or are ever likely to go. Originally known as the Plant Farm Museum
101+ Things to Do in North Georgia
Between the charming mountain towns, rolling mountains, and breathtaking scenery, North Georgia really does have an adventure waiting for everyone. Its unique location at the
Things to Do at James H Floyd State Park in Summerville GA
[Updated on 7/20/21] We honestly didn’t know much about James H Floyd State Park (a.k.a. “Sloppy” Floyd State Park) before our first visit to Summerville
The 10 Best Things to Do in Summerville GA
Chances are the city of Summerville GA probably isn’t on your list of must-see Blue Ridge mountain towns. Located 24 miles north of Rome, just
How to Get to Sea Creek Falls in Suches, GA
[Updated July 18, 2021] Stepping out of my car to hike the Sea Creek Falls Trail, I was soon surrounded by 50 butterflies, fluttering around
The 10 Best Wineries in the North Georgia Mountains
It’s fairly common knowledge that the Georgia mountains are filled with stunning natural beauty, from rolling hills and mountain lakes covered in morning mist to
The 15 Best North Georgia State Parks & Historic Sites
[Updated on 7/14/21] Growing up in a lower middle class family in metro Atlanta, the North Georgia mountains were our playground. My parents led the
Exploring the Dark History of the New Echota Historic Site in Calhoun GA
[Updated on 7/20/21] Though most Georgia residents have never heard of it, the New Echota Historic Site in Calhoun is one of the most important
How to Get to Long Creek Falls in Blue Ridge GA (Fannin County)
[Updated July 18, 2021] There’s something about waterfalls that feels magical somehow. When I explore the many waterfalls in Georgia, I feel as if my
Inside the Utterly Unique Unicoi State Park Barrel Cabins in Helen GA
[Updated on 7/20/21] Georgia State Park cabins are arguably among the best deals you’ll find for cabin rentals in North Georgia. Most cost around $160
Things to Do in Moccasin Creek State Park on Lake Burton
[Updated on 7/16/21] After becoming empty nesters in 2019, my lady and I decided that we wanted to start the process of looking for our
The 20 Best North Georgia Waterfalls (& How to Get to Them)
[Updated July 25, 2021] When you explore the enchanting Blue Ridge Mountains of North Georgia, you’re bound to run across stunning waterfalls tucked away in
How to Get to Panther Falls & Angel Falls GA (at Lake Rabun Beach Campground)
[Updated July 20, 2021] If you spend much time exploring outdoor attractions in my native state, you’ve gotta wonder who’s responsible for naming the countless
The 15 Best Lakes in the North Georgia Mountains
North Georgia is known for its stunning landscapes, with majestic mountains, lush national forests, and wondrous waterfalls seemingly everywhere you turn. Nestled among it all,
Cloudland Canyon State Park Cabins Review (Rising Fawn, GA)
[Updated on 7/20/21] I can remember my first visit to northwest Georgia’s Cloudland Canyon State Park like it was yesterday, despite the fact that it
Goats On The Roof: Family Friendly Fun Near Clayton GA
Although I’ve been exploring the North Georgia State Parks, waterfalls, and hiking trails near Blue Ridge and Helen since I was a boy, for some reason
Things to Do in Black Rock Mountain State Park Near Clayton GA
[Updated on 7/16/21] From Amicalola Falls and Red Top Mountain to Unicoi and Vogel, we’ve explored quite a few of the state parks in Georgia
Exploring The Chattahoochee Nature Center on the Chattahoochee River
Growing up in the heart of Atlanta in the 1970s, nature was something we really only saw on school field trips. Whether it was the
How to Get to Dukes Creek Falls Near Helen GA
[Updated July 21, 2021] Anytime someone in our Blue Ridge Mountains Facebook groups asks about the best easy to moderate hiking trails in North Georgia,
Exploring the Schoolbus Graveyard, North GA’s Painted School Bus Attraction
Located about an hour north of Atlanta in Habersham County, the Schoolbus Graveyard is arguably among the most unusual and intriguing roadside attractions in North
How to Get to Helton Creek Falls in Blairsville GA
[Updated July 24, 2021] From Anna Ruby and Amicalola Falls to Hemlock, Minnehaha, and Angel/Panther Falls, one of our favorite things about our 2020 staycations
How to Get to Minnehaha Falls, GA at Lake Rabun
[Updated July 24, 2021] From Amicalola Falls and Anna Ruby Falls to Raven Cliff Falls and Panther Creek Falls, the Blue Ridge mountains offer an
How to Get to Hemlock Falls at Moccasin Creek State Park, Georgia
[Updated July 24, 2021] More than 20 years ago, I practiced my budding photography skills while exploring many of the hiking trails with waterfalls in
Fall in the Mountains of North Georgia (Where to See the Best Fall Colors)
The infamous heat of summer in the Deep South has finally started to wane, thankfully replaced by the cool, crisp air of autumn. This is
How to Get to Anna Ruby Falls Near Helen, GA
[Updated July 24, 2021] Among the 100+ North Georgia waterfalls, Anna Ruby Falls was both the first I remember visiting as a child and the
Sampling Blue Ridge Restaurants on the Blue Ridge Mountains Food Tour
As a boy growing up near the North Georgia mountains, I tended to take the Appalachian food of my family’s roots for granted. Fortunately, traditional
Unicoi State Park & Lodge: Camping & Hiking Near Helen, GA
[Updated on 7/20/21] Growing up in Atlanta, the mountain town of Helen, Georgia seemed like another world, with its bizarre Alpine architecture, biergartens, bratwurst, and
Visiting Expedition Bigfoot Museum (aka Sasquatch Museum) in Cherry Log, GA
The Expedition Bigfoot Museum is a uniquely intriguing roadside attraction in Cherry Log, GA. Located along Highway 515 just minutes outside of Blue Ridge, it’s
Barnsley Gardens Resort Ruins: The Tragic Story Behind the Adairsville, GA Landmark
Located in the foothills of the North Georgia mountains (45 miles southwest of Ellijay), the Barnsley Gardens Resort ruins offer a rare glimpse of the
Vogel State Park: Camping, Hiking & History in North Georgia
[Updated on 7/20/21] Vogel State Park is nestled in the Blue Ridge Mountains, in the heart of the Chattahoochee National Forest. Located just 10 miles