As summer’s warmth envelops Dawsonville, Georgia, and leaves rustle in anticipation, our scenic haven awaits – a place where adventure thrives and memories bloom. Nestled in the foothills of the Appalachian Mountains, with an abundance of outdoor activities and breathtaking scenery, there’s no shortage of things to do for a memory-making adventure. Topping the list year-round is Amicalola Falls State Park and Lodge, which is home to the tallest cascading waterfall in Georgia! The park offers multiple hiking trails (with ADA options) throughout the 800+ acre park, including the notable 7-mile Approach Trail that takes you to the Southern Terminus of the Appalachian Trail. Atop the mountain sits a resort-style 57-room lodge with an onsite restaurant, Cascades, featuring views from every table, a campground, cabin rentals, along with luxury glamping sites. The more adventurous can soar through the mountains with Screaming Eagle Aerial Adventures.
Another must visit is Georgia’s only backcountry lodge, the Len Foote Hike Inn. Accessible via a 5-mile moderate trail that begins at the top of Amicalola Falls. The Inn is perched in a relaxed and beautiful setting in the midst of the Chattahoochee National Forest. Focusing on conservation and sustainability while offering a peaceful retreat for families and friends to disconnect and enjoy nature together. And don’t forget the breathtaking sunrise that greets you at Starbase.
If you’re looking for something more festive, look no further than Dawsonville’s assortment of seasonal family farms opening in September, including Burt’s Pumpkin Farm, Fausett Farms Sunflowers and Uncle Shuck’s Corn Maze and Pumpkin Patch. Burt’s has been serving families for more than 50 years. The farm has many activities for families, including hayrides, a country store, thousands of pumpkins and delicious homemade pies and pumpkin rolls. A few miles from Burt’s sits Fausett Farms Sunflowers. The farm plants more than a million sunflowers covering around 10 acres. Making it easy to see why it was named one of the 10 most Instagrammed spots in the state. And finally, head over to Uncle Shuck’s and get lost in a 15-acre corn maze, kiddy maze, goat walks, tire mountain, jumping pads, corn cannons and more! On weekends in October. the corn comes to life with their nail-biting Dark Rows haunted maze.
Mountain Moonshine Festival & Car Show
When it’s time to take a break from outdoor adventure, Dawsonville is a premier shopping destination with the North Georgia Premium Outlets, featuring 140+ luxury and named brand stores like Gucci, Versace, Ferragamo, Tory Burch, Pottery Barn and many more. Along with your favorite outdoor brands like Orvis, Columbia, North Face, Huk, Carhartt, to name a few. For a more unique spin, transform your spaces with a one-of-a-kind piece of art from one of the South’s largest folk art galleries at Around Back at Rocky’s Place, featuring work from over 250 artists.
Want to plan a trip around one of our annual events? On the 4th weekend of October, you can witness Dawsonville’s largest annual event, the 57th Annual Mountain Moonshine Festival & Car Show in Downtown Dawsonville at Main Street Park and the Georgia Racing Hall of Fame. The event features live music, a race car parade, and hundreds of craft vendors and show cars. Want to stretch your legs amidst thousands of sunflowers? Join us October 12th for the 4th Annual Fausett Farms Sunflower 5k & Fun Run. Looking to get in the holiday spirit early? Dawsonville kicks off their annual Christmas in Dawsonville event on November 18th in Downtown with a Christmas Parade, Jingle Market and Tree Lighting at Dawsonville City Hall and Farmers Market Pavilion.
Join us in Dawsonville, Georgia, today! Request your free visitors guide at DestinationDawsonville.com or call 1-877-302-9271.