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Lavender Farms in the North Georgia Mountains

🌿✨ North Georgia’s agritourism industry has grown tremendously in recent years, producing much more than Georgia’s nickname “The Peach State” 🍑 implies. Plan to visit these 💜 lavender farms in Georgia and learn more about this versatile plant!

The lavender fields in Georgia are beautiful and fragrant, but they also provide the local lavender that goes into countless natural products.… Learn more

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Grapes and Ladders Vineyards and Winery

One of Ellijay’s newest vineyards is Grapes and Ladders Vineyard and Winery, which opened to the public in October 2020. This vineyard, winery, and tasting room is proud to offer a family-friendly and pet-friendly relaxing environment.

 

Grapes & Ladders Vineyards and Winery

Visit the winery at its Ellijay vineyard, which features gentle rolling hills and rows of grapevines.… Learn more

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Cairn View Winery in Jasper, GA

Cairn View Winery is a North Georgia winery that opened in 2022 near Jasper. Visit for a tasting of the Cairn View Winery reds, whites, and rosés, or choose from a selection of sweet wines from other Georgia wineries.

Cairn View Winery in Jasper, GA

Cairn View Winery offers “Wine for Happy Trails” in their cozy tasting room tucked away in the mountains down a scenic, wooded gravel road.… Learn more

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Roo Mountain Vineyards

Roo Mountain Vineyards is located on a scenic mountaintop near downtown Ellijay and features fine wines, hard ciders, live music, incredible North Georgia mountain views, and more!

Visit the winery for a wine-tasting flight or select from many other great drinks to enjoy from the scenic outdoor rooftop patio.… Learn more

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Panning for Gold in North Georgia

Did you know that parts of North Georgia were once home to one of the USA’s earliest and largest gold rushes? Although the high-production days of the Dahlonega gold rush have long passed, there are many ways to sift through the rich history and lasting legacy of Georgia’s gold industry.… Learn more

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Bell Mountain in Hiawassee, GA

Take the short, exciting drive from Hiawassee to the top of Bell Mountain and enjoy spectacular birds-eye views of the nearby lake, town, and mountains!

The distinctive Bell Mountain peak is one of the easiest to recognize in the area. From a distance, simply look for the mountain with the notched peak next to Hiawassee and Lake Chatuge.… Learn more

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Harvest Festivals in Scenic North Georgia

Celebrate North Georgia’s agricultural history, local craftsmanship, rich customs, and seasonal harvest at annual fall festivals in North Georgia. Festive options like the Georgia Apple Festival and Blairsville Sorghum Festival are located across North Georgia, giving you multiple places and ways to celebrate the harvest!… Learn more