Things To Do
Downtown Dahlonega
Cutesy downtown area with plenty of shops and restaurants. There's a huge antique shop directly next to a toy store... can you guess which one Griff is in
Amicalola Falls
Amicalola Falls is a 729-foot waterfall that’s the third-highest cascading waterfall east of the Mississippi River.
Whitewater Rafting
If you're looking for a more adventurous activity, whitewater rafting on the Nantahala or Ocoee is a must. The Ocoee River has more intense whitewater with Class III-IV rapids whereas the Nantahala offers calmer Class III rapids. I recommend going with a guide unless you're very comfortable or want to flip like I did :-)
Hiking
We've put together a collection of hikes in the area, from less than 1 mile with easy terrain to more difficult 5 milers. Image is from the top of Blood Mountain, which is the highest peak on the Georgia section of the Appalachian Trail.