A wine flight on the covered patio at Redtail Mountain Vineyard in Blairsville, GA comes with a view of grapevines, wooded hills, and the surrounding Coosa Valley. The tasting cellar and outdoor seating have a cozy, unhurried feel that suits a long conversation, a snack board, or an afternoon of live music.… Learn more
Crisp autumn air, mountain ridges painted in gold and crimson, and scenic roads lined with colorful trees make fall in North Georgia a wonderful time to explore. 🍁 Whether you are planning a mountain getaway, an afternoon drive, or a relaxed meal with a view, this guide will help you find the best places and times to enjoy fall foliage in the North Georgia mountains.… Learn more
The climate and specific geography of the North Georgia mountains 📍produce award-winning red, white, and rose wines among the Blue Ridge mountain scenery. This distinctive environment allows unique opportunities to enjoy local craftsmanship and taste the local flavors.
The North Georgia mountains are home to two designated American Viticultural Areas (AVAs): the Dahlonega Plateau AVA and the Upper Hiwassee Highlands AVA.… Learn more
Morning coffee beside the vines, the first light over the mountains, and no rush to leave after a tasting: an overnight stay gives you time to enjoy wine country at a different pace. ☕🍇 These North Georgia wineries with lodging offer everything from cozy suites to cottages with room for your favorite people.… Learn more
🎃 Fall brings pumpkins in bright orange, pale pastels, and wonderfully lumpy shapes to farms across the North Georgia mountains. Some stops are free to browse, with rows of pumpkins ready for the porch. Others pair your pumpkin search with a hayride, corn maze, or an afternoon of farm games.… Learn more
A cold beer tastes especially good when there is time to stay for the next song, compare a tasting flight, or find a table by the river. 🍺 North Georgia breweries offer very different afternoons: a working bike shop in Ellijay, a train car in Talking Rock, a farm setting near Dahlonega, and downtown taprooms with nearby food.… Learn more
North Georgia’s harvest season is about more than apple pies and pumpkin-colored scenery. 
From fresh-pressed sorghum syrup and old-fashioned farm traditions to apple festivals, grape stomps, live music, and handmade mountain crafts, these celebrations offer several distinct ways to enjoy fall in the Georgia mountains.… Learn more
Enjoy a friendly sports outing ⛳with a round of North Georgia mini-golf in the mountain towns of Helen, Blue Ridge, and Blairsville. When you are finished, take advantage of the amenities offered at these fun attractions, which include fishing, arcade games, gem mining, and ice cream.… Learn more
There is no shortage of annual events to celebrate people, places, seasons, and culture! Celebrate the diversity of the area with events for the entire family. Choose from unique events, including an annual Elvis tribute and competition, festivals, rodeos, scenic railways, and more!… Learn more
Whether you’re craving mimosas with mountain views 🍹 or biscuits that rival grandma’s, North Georgia is packed with brunch gems worth planning a weekend around. From trendy scenic vineyard wineries to cozy small-town classics, this list highlights some of the most iconic North GA brunch spots.… Learn more
The Fall color in North Georgia is not limited to the trees. Long before the first trees start to change colors, the U-pick flowers in North Georgia add a more whimsical kind of farm day to the late-summer and early-fall calendar, with sunflowers, zinnias, cosmos, lavender, and dahlias you can turn into a bouquet of your own.… Learn more
What if your next North Georgia U-pick adventure ended in a wine glass? 🍷
Late summer is grape harvest season in the North Georgia mountains, and a small number of local wineries invite visitors to experience it in ways that go well beyond an ordinary tasting.… Learn more
Labor Day weekend brings together two of the best seasons in the North Georgia mountains. ☀️ Summer is still serving up warm afternoons, tubing weather, and lake days, while apple orchards are opening, grapes are ready to stomp, and the first hints of fall are beginning to appear.… Learn more
Winter in North Georgia is seriously fun, embracing everything from brisk outdoor thrills to cozy, festive traditions. Whether you want to glide across a rink, gaze at millions of holiday lights, or make memories and truly unique events, this mountain playground has you covered.… Learn more
From large lakefront estates to cozier cabins, the North Georgia mountains offer incredible places to create lasting vacation and holiday memories. These North Georgia vacation rentals with private pools are among the coolest places to stay when temperatures rise. 🏊🏡
There’s plenty of variety beyond a place to take a dip.… Learn more
The Georgia mountains are a great place to unwind, and a stay at one of these North Georgia resorts offers plenty of ways to enjoy your getaway. Spend an afternoon at the spa, play a round of golf, or settle into a seat overlooking the mountains or the lake.… Learn more
Ready to swap screens for real scenery? 🌲 Explore the natural beauty of the Georgia Mountains with easy outdoor wins in North Georgia at scenic lakes, rivers, waterfalls, state parks, and forests. 🪴🌻🍃🏵️
Hike a forest trail, paddle a mountain lake, picnic with a view, or cruise scenic drives when fall foliage peaks. … Learn more
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