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
As a child of the Blue Ridge Mountains, I grew up on twisty, curvy mountain roads. My paw-paw Don had a saying that, “anyone can make a straight road, but it takes a damn good one to make a curvy road.”… Learn more
🌿✨ 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
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
When the weather is great and you’re ready for a fast and fun adventure in the treetops, then consider a ziplining canopy tour in the Georgia mountains. This fun activity can include most of the family and will be one of the most memorable moments of your trip!… Learn more
The moderate climate enjoyed in the North Georgia mountains means that golfers have the opportunity to play golf and schedule a tee time all year long!
Whether you’re in the area during the crisp, cool air of the Winter, the bright blossoms in the Spring, the lazy days of Summer, or the vibrant colors of the leaves changing in the Fall, it’s always a beautiful time to hit the links in North Georgia!… Learn more
While visiting the scenic Georgia mountains, visit the best restaurants in North Georgia with scenic water and mountain views. Whether you want a fine dining experience, a casual meal, or a place you can boat into, you can find exactly what you like at these North GA waterfront restaurants.… Learn more
Get the best deal on Georgia wine tastings from March 1 – May 31 during the 2025 Georgia Wine Highway event! 🍷Use our guide to help plan your winery trips by wine region 🗺️ and open days of the week.
In the past, the Georgia Wine Highway was a weekend event that exclusively featured North Georgia wineries.… Learn more
Did you know that the longest-running Oktoberfest in the United States happens in Helen in the North Georgia mountains each year? Join the town of Helen this Fall to celebrate the annual Helen Oktoberfest!
Helen Oktoberfest 2025 starts on September 4th and lasts over seven weeks!… Learn more
Enjoy a trip to the Georgia Mountains in your Tesla or other electric car and enjoy the convenience of North Georgia EV charging stations at restaurants, bed & breakfasts, vineyards, and other attractions.
This map of North Georgia EV chargers can help you find great places to enjoy your time in North Georgia while charging your electric car.… Learn more
Sometimes, nothing is more relaxing than a 🍺 refreshing, cold beer on your day off. The Georgia Mountains have a handful of options to try local flavors from their craft beer breweries.
Regardless of your beer knowledge, it’s easy to know what beer you like and enjoy.… Learn more
Enjoy the beauty of the Georgia mountains from a luxury treehouse rental. These cozy settings are perfect for relaxing in nature with all the modern comforts of home. Take advantage of a variety of wooded mountain locations for a truly unique vacation experience.… Learn more
Enjoy the talents of a variety of great local musicians at these live music venues around Helen, Georgia.
Local bands and solo musicians perform all around town to bring a lively spirit to Alpine Helen all year round!
From local restaurants, local wineries, lively Helen GA bars, and huge annual events, there are lots of unique places to see live music in Helen, GA.… Learn more
The North Georgia mountains are full of rich history, not just where gold is involved! ⛏️🏔️ Visit these informative exhibits and museums in North Georgia 📜 for an impressive look at what has shaped the modern things we see today.
Learn more about the area’s fascinating history at these museums in the North Georgia mountains.… Learn more
Each visit to a beautiful Georgia mountain vineyard is an experience to be cherished. There is no better way to fully indulge in these amazing spaces than to stay overnight and enjoy both the wines and the area in a better way than a simple tasting can provide.… Learn more
One of the most fun things to do on a nice day is to enjoy a picnic outside in a beautiful space. Fortunately, some of the best picnic locations in the Georgia mountains can be found at the local vineyards.
Give yourself a reason to spend extra time outside by enjoying a picnic lunch at a vineyard in North Georgia.… Learn more
If you are looking for something fun with an opportunity to sample a strong drink, then make plans to visit one of the unique distilleries in the North Georgia mountains!
Take a distillery tour or stay in the tasting room to sample a flight of your choice of drinks.… Learn more
Live music from Alyce & Marco at Reece's Cider Co on Saturday
