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Appalachian Trail,
A wilderness footpath that winds over 2,100 miles along the crest
of the Appalachian mountains. It runs through fourteen states
offering unlimited hiking adventures of exceptional challenge and
variety.
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Brasstown Bald,
Spectacular 360 degree vista of four states atop North Georgia's
highest elevation at 4,784 feet above sea level. Visitor
Information center offers slide presentations and exhibits. Call
(706) 896-2556 for more information.
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Dukes Creek
Falls, A beautiful waterfall that drops about 150 feet down a
sheer granite canyon into Dukes Creeks. This area offers a
slippery rock waterslide, gold panning and a observation deck from
the parking area. (Click
here for more info.)
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Georgia Mountain
Fair, Georgia's most unique fair runs from August 5 to August 16,
1998. The fair includes a Midway, Crafts, Exhibits, Beauty
Contest, Daily Pig Races, Pioneer Village and "Old Ways"
demonstrations. "Showplace of the mountains"
Georgia Mountain Fair, Inc. presents a wonderful line up of
Premier Country Stars in concert from May through October. Call
(706) 896-4191 for more information.
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Lake Nottely, A
4180 acre body of water with 106 miles of shoreline. Boating,
fishing, picnicking and camping are all available. There are two
marinas and several public boat ramps along the lake.
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Lake Winfield
Scott, A clear 18 acre lake high in the mountains with boating,
fishing, camping, picnicking, swimming and hiking. Covered
pavilion and bath house near swimming area.
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Richard Russell
Scenic Highway, 14.1 miles of scenic mountain drives, overlooks;
crosses the Appalachian Trail. Elevations range from 2040 feet to
3644 feet. Direct route from Blairsville to Helen Georgia
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Trackrock
Archeological Area, 52 acre area with preserved petroglyph of
ancient Indian origin. Carvings resemble animal and bird
tracks, crosses, circles and human footprints. Historical markers
locate the area.
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Track Rock Stables,
Offering one and two hour rides 7 days a week, year round. Ride
through 250 acres, view lush colorful foliage as well as wild
turkey, deer and many other types of wild life. Call 800-826-0073
for more information
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