DAWSonville, Georgia is a charming town located about an hour north of Atlanta. Boasting a number of attractions ideal for outdoor and adventure enthusiasts. One of the most popular spots is Amicalola Falls State Park and Lodge, home to the tallest cascading waterfall in Georgia and the third tallest east of the Mississippi River. At 729 feet, Amicalola Falls is one of Georgia's Seven Natural Wonders and is a must-see during a visit. Within the 829-acre park, there are several hiking trails, the most popular being the Appalachian Trail Approach Trail itself. Also in the park, don't miss the Screaming Eagle Aerial Adventure zipline tour, whose longest ride features 250 feet in elevation and transports you 2,000 feet through the park! At the top of the falls is a 57-room resort-style lodge with stunning views of the Appalachian Mountains and an on-site restaurant, Cascades, offering magnificent panoramic views of the Appalachian Mountains. In addition to rooms, the park offers on-site cabins, RV and tent sites, and luxury glamping. As you enter the park, you will be greeted by a new state-of-the-art visitor center featuring the history of Dawon County and the Appalachian Trail, interactive exhibits and wildlife exhibits, and the Falls Café to fuel your adventures hiking !
Looking for an even more adventurous getaway, the Len Foote Hike Inn is a must-visit. Located five miles north of Amicalola Falls, it is Georgia's only backcountry lodge, accessible only by hiking a 5-mile trail through the Chattahoochee National Forest. The Hike Inn emphasizes conservation and sustainability, while providing rustic charm in a relaxed and beautiful setting that allows families to enjoy nature together. All you need is a change of clothes and a toothbrush, and they'll take care of the rest, even deliciously served family meals.
Looking for a need for speed? Atlanta Motorsports Park is a 2-mile, F1-designed road course that was voted one of the top 10 tracks in North America by Road and Track magazine and Speed Sport's 2023 Outstanding Facility of the Year, and for good reason. It provides the perfect setting to unleash your inner racer with the world's most unique public kart racing track, racing leagues, racing schools, teen driving program, racing simulators and more. Moreover. It's the perfect place to get behind the wheel and satisfy your need for speed.
Racing fans will also enjoy a visit to the Georgia Racing Hall of Fame, where you can explore the roots of stock car racing and learn how Prohibition-era moonshine racing became today's NASCAR ! The Hall of Fame features exhibits celebrating the history of motorsports in the state and features memorabilia and trophies of Dawsonville's 2020 NASCAR Cup champion Chase Elliott and his father, former champion Awesome Bill from Dawsonville. Speaking of moonshine, next door to the museum, Grandaddy Mimm's Distilling Co. is a family-owned distillery specializing in high-quality, small-batch spirits, including moonshine made from the perfected North Georgia recipe by the legendary Jack Mimm McClure. And don't forget to stroll through Dawsonville's legendary pool hall, known for its Bully Burgers and Fresh Cuts, where owner Gordon Pirkle displays racing memorabilia and rings the infamous si-reeen for every race win. 'Elliott since the 1980s.
Finally, if you're in need of a little shopping spree, look no further than North Georgia Premium Outlets, Atlanta's premier shopping destination with over 140 stores with savings of up to 65 % every day! Luxury retailers including Gucci, Versace, Jimmy Choo, Ferragamo, Stuart Weitzman, Armani and many more. For an even more unique experience, visit Around Back at Rocky's Place, the South's largest folk art gallery, featuring the works of more than 250 Southern artists. Including the largest collection of sought-after folk artist Cornbread.
There is something for everyone in Dawsonville and its surrounding areas. Embark on the adventure of a lifetime and discover everything it has to offer.
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