Every year, the US Forest Service offers days when guests can enjoy the US Forest Service sites for free! The US National Forest Service waives recreation fees at most day-use sites on lands the agency manages on these fee-free days.… Learn more
Tucked into the scenic hills of the Upper Hiwassee Highlands AVA, Redtail Mountain Vineyard is one of the most recent additions to the region’s growing wine scene.
Opened in 2024, this family-owned vineyard offers a mix of carefully crafted wines and peaceful mountain vineyard views, making it an ideal spot to slow down and savor the moment.… Learn more
Living Water Winery is a scenic vineyard and winery that opened in early 2023 in Blairsville, Georgia. Visit this North Georgia winery for gorgeous panoramic mountain views and a wide drink selection that includes dry wines, sweet wines, and unique wine cocktails!… Learn more
Located in the Upper Hiwassee Highlands American Viticultural Area (est. 2014), the vines at Hightower Creek Vineyards are a mix of old-world vinifera such as Cabernet Franc, Pinot Gris, and Merlot, along with native American and French-American hybrids such as Norton, Traminette, and Vignoles.… Learn more
🍷 Meet Cairn View Winery, a laid-back North Georgia winery just outside Jasper with mountain vibes and a cozy tasting-room feel. Opened in 2022, it’s an easy add to your Georgia wine trail if you’re chasing scenic sips and unhurried afternoons.… Learn more
Visit Terra Incognita Vineyard for locally crafted wines in their scenic, remote mountain location. Enjoy wine tastings, sweeping views of the vineyards and surrounding mountains, and take advantage of their on-site hiking and biking trails.
Bring your dogs and picnic items, or purchase light snacks and charcuterie items from the vineyard to enjoy with your wine.… Learn more
Stonewall Creek Vineyards is a beautiful valley vineyard located in the Northeast Georgia mountains of Rabun County. 🌄
Their thoroughly enjoyable and educational website tells the story of the Fackler family’s journey into winemaking, with the first Stonewall Creek grapes planted in 2005.… Learn more
Kaya Vineyard & Winery is located in the Dahlonega Plateau, where their wines are made exclusively from estate-grown grapes produced on their property.
Kaya has some of the most stunning views in the area, and features a large tasting room, with plenty of indoor and outdoor seating to take in the scenery.… Learn more
High in the Blue Ridge Mountains of North Georgia in the Upper Hiwassee Highlands AVA lies the charming Crane Creek Vineyards. 🍇
Enjoy the award-winning estate-grown, produced, and bottled wines at their spacious vineyard. Outdoor seating is available to enjoy the scenic views.… Learn more
Paradise Hills Winery Resort & Spa in Blairsville is a hidden treasure in Georgia’s Upper Hiwassee Highlands AVA. It offers cabin rentals, a European-style spa, winery, and tasting room. Spend a relaxing afternoon (or the whole weekend) in the scenic beauty of this farm winery and resort.… Learn more
⚡ Ready to explore the North Georgia mountains without worrying about where to plug in? These lodging options with EV chargers make your eco-friendly getaway simple and stress-free. From stylish resorts like Julep Farms in Dillard ✨ to cozy cabins tucked deep in the woods 🌲, you’ll find plenty of places to recharge — for both you and your car.… Learn more
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
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 breathtaking views of Yonah Mountain while sipping a local beverage at 🐐☕JumpinGoat Coffee Roasters & Tasting Room in Cleveland, Georgia.
This charming coffee roaster offers indoor and outdoor seating, making it a great location to take in the tranquil mountain atmosphere.… Learn more
Creekstone Winery is in a French-style tasting room above the historic Hardman Farm near Helen, Georgia.
The winery serves Creekstone Wines and has lots of tasty surprises. Choose from fantastic Creestone Wines or other great local wines, beers, and cigars.… Learn more
Sip your way through Blue Ridge, GA at Bear Claw Vineyards & Blue Ridge TreeHouse, a casual spot for tastings, gifts, and unhurried mountain time. The experience started with the Blue Ridge TreeHouse, then expanded into a full vineyard and generous tasting room in 2017.… Learn more
Conveniently located on the main road between Helen and Sautee lies the Habersham Winery. One of the oldest and largest Georgia wineries, Habersham has been producing wines since 1983. There are no vineyards to roam at this tasting room, but you will be able to sample red wines, white wines, and blends.… Learn more
Live music from Alyce & Marco on Saturday Dec 20
Live music from Alyce & Marco at Redtail Mountain Vineyard on Sunday Dec 21
