Love to train and take my pup here. Very nice in mornings also she loves the water. Haven't gotten…read morein the water actually but one day I will.

Edge of the World is a great nearby walking trail that winds along Amicalola Creek. The trail is…read moremostly easy, with a mix of wooden walkways (watch out for a few holes) and dirt paths. There are also a few side trails that climb up the mountain if you're looking for a bit more of a challenge (including dodging Joro spiders!). The small waterfalls are beautiful, and the cool creek water is perfect for dipping your feet in on a warm day.

Nice place to walk or relax It was beautiful…read more Lots of people walking and enjoying the views Small body of water to put your feet in So calming.... Great place to have a picnic

We stayed here on our way back from Savannah on a whim. The falls are gorgeous and the park itself…read moreis very nice. Beware, it is a very steep hill to get up to the campsites. The sites themselves are very nice, and it is quiet. We did get hit by a storm, but our camper held up quite well. The lodge is also a beautiful building and has scenic views. The park was clean and there is a small nature center with live animals and reptiles. The staff are friendly and helpful too. The one downside is the firewood issue that persists in most state parks. You aren't allowed to bring in firewood from other places (unless bought in the area), and they charge you a ridiculous amount for what are little more than shims to use. Overall, this was a wonderful end to our Georgia journey.

You can find Yahoola Creek Park at 464 Mechanicsville Rd Dahlonega, GA 30533 - this is on the…read moredownward east slope from downtown Dahlonega and about a mile from campus. You could probably walk it but the elevation change might be extreme for those that aren't fit. There's parking at the main trail entrance and a small parking pull-off west on Mechanicsville Dr. I had no issues parking at the main lot which also has public restrooms. I traveled to Dahlonega for a wedding held at Wolf Mountain Vineyards and decided to leave early and get my bearings (also check in at the local IHG/Holiday Inn Express and get cleaned up). This hike was right up my ally - close to the Hotel, about 3 miles and not too strenuous. It's mapped as: Yahoola Creek Reservoir Trail" - facing the main parking lot it's North - to the left side with the restrooms to the South side. It's marked on maps as the "red trail" at 3.1 miles. The trail starts with a gravel path until you get around the low areas then climbs upward under a leafy canopy moving clockwise around the lake. You get the typical elevation changes as you move through small hollars, then a ridgeline (you can see the lake through the trees) continuing around until you get to the mouth of the creek (lowest point) - there's a swing that probably gave you a great view before all the Kudzu took over. Moving around you get back to another low area where you can get down to the water for a view, before coming onto the dam (you walk across it) and back to the parking area. There's an optional blue trail that adds 1.7 miles that I would have taken if I had more time. In all, quite a lovely hike with only a couple of elevation points that some might find strenuous but no hard rocks/boulders to overcome. Those in Dahlonega are very lucky to have this resource - I'll be exploring the other trails the next time I'm in the area.

Fantastic fun outside with lots of space to run and be free. Fun playgrounds and splash pad during…read morethe summer or just play in the creek. One of our favorite spots!

My first time walking this monstrousity I went the wrong way, basically walked up Hill most of the…read moreway. I'm going to tackle this beast yet once again, this time I'll go the right way. Very nice walking trail, beautiful scenery, and slot of trees.

I found this hike for the family online as we were at the outlets in Dawsonville and this is not…read moretoo far from there near UNG. If you are coming from there, park in the second parking lot on the right to begin the hike. There are some great lookout points and benches along the way, with a couple of bench swings. We also saw people hammocking along some of the outshoots of the trail. The scenery is good, but you are near the road and can hear it for the first part of the loop hike. Then there are 2 parts where you walk along the road with speeding cars zooming by. this may not be best for kids, but ours handled it fine. you can avoid this if you go out and back, instead of doing the loop.

This park in N. Forsyth County is one that's perfect for moms with strollers or anyone that wants a…read moreflat course to walk or run! A newer park that is well maintained has a large playground, restrooms, paved walking/jogging path, 2 decks that overlook the river, and an entry point into the river that includes a hookup to lower your kayak or canoe for easy navigation into the water. There is a hydration station with 4 different uses. One for refilling water bottles, a second fountain for children, a third for pets, and a forth one, you could wash your boots off or your dog if they got dirty in the Etowah River! The county really thought of everything when they built this park. Covered pavilions that are free to use anytime but if you want to secure a pavilion for a party, there is a small fee. It's easy to a reserve a pavilion online through the Forsyth park website. Mature trees, benches to stop and rest and best of all history. There are information boards that give history of the local Indian population and how the area developed over the years. Forsyth County truly has some of the best parks in GA!

Great place for everyone, walking path, children's play ground, along the scenic Etowah River…read more Large pavilions for gatherings. Little ones can ride their bikes, only suggestions would be for a fenced in dog park and bike path for adults, please.

Loved the falls. We are no longer able to climb 600 stairs, so the great people in the welcome…read morecenter told us about the paved walking trail to the falls that you can easily get to by car. It's the West Ridge Falls Access Trail. The trailhead parking area is woefully small, so you may not get a parking spot if you arrive during a busy time. Another advantage of the walking trial is going by an old crashed car from Prohibition on the side of the hill. There's a photo in the visitor's center if you miss it. It's cool to see the beginning of the Appalachian trail behind the visitor's center. There's a nice photo spot with a stone arch. We didn't stay at the lodge but went there after our hike for the famous view. Unfortunately it was foggy that day. Still, it's a cool lodge with a large window in the lobby and seating outside to enjoy the glorious view. There's a kickass map of the Appalachian trail on the lobby wall. The staff in the gift shop were pleasant and helpful.

A very special place to enjoy Mothers' Day, if you make an early reservation. It has spectacular…read moreviews, a gift shop, a cute front desk attendant with fur. Loads of sights to see and delicious buffet style foods. This was our first time we enjoyed this location and I highly recommend it to anyone looking for a get away or just a day date. ( please make a reservation to dine, you need to respect the dinning process). The staff here is courteous and friendly. Great smokes and attitudes all the way around. We loved the buffet which had an assortment of delicious items. There's something here for everyone. Come on by the staff welcomed you.

We had a great experience here. Everyone was very friendly and kept asking if we enjoyed it. The…read moreriver is nice and calm (pretty low so be prepared to get stuck on some rocks). It was not crowded at all but we did go on a weekday. I like the perk of going as many times as you want but it is a walking trail to get back so might not be ideal with young kids.

We stopped by for a 2-hour kayaking trip, but unfortunately, no one was at the facility when we…read morearrived. The place appeared well-organized and inviting, so we waited for about ten minutes. Eventually, an employee arrived in a van, seemingly returning from a pick-up run. He asked how he could assist us, and I mentioned that we were interested in the 2-hour paddle--their most popular option--referencing the sign that clearly stated it was available anytime before 3 PM. We had arrived just after 2 PM. However, he informed us that they were closed and no longer offering that paddle for the day. I pointed out that both the sign and the website indicated that the last drop-in time was 3 PM. He acknowledged this but explained that since it was towards the end of the season and business was slow, they had decided to close early to avoid losing money. It would be helpful if the website and signage were updated to reflect these changes, or at the very least, if the information was honored. We had planned this activity for our afternoon during our short stay in North Georgia, and it was disappointing to find it unavailable despite the posted information.

We had so much fun taking out the Can-Am here! The trail is huge and it is so fun to go with a…read moregroup of friends! Please come prepared with gear and get ready to bounce as you hit all of the trails! This place is family friendly And is good for big groups

DO NOT RENT A MACHINE FROM THESE PEOPLE:…read more On 2/23/24 my son and I rented an off road vehicle from Iron Mountain. This was our 3rd time visiting the park and renting a machine as we had a great experience the first 2 outings. In addition to the $800 rental fee they put a 5k deposit hold on your card when you rent the machines. This occasion, the machines were brand new (which I did not request). It had rained the night before and the trails were poorly marked with deep water ruts yet we still managed to avoid any collisions or damage. Fast forward a week later and I received an invoice from a Jim Smith from Iron Mountain Resort (who does not work for the company) for $1,018.91 for New Decals and some light painting. After receiving no answers to questions posed in 3 emails I called only to find that there is not Jim Smith with the company but was assured by nice lady that she would look into it and get back to me. Still no response a week later and called back whereby I spoke with a gentlemen who was unwilling to make any concessions and threatened "if you ruin my business I will ruin yours." Here's a thought...If you run an off-road rental business at an off-road park you might want to consider letting people know the $ risks of renting new machines vs used ones. Charging people over 1k for what would seemingly be normal wear and tear and putting a fake name on the email suggests you know exactly what you are doing and it's sketchy as hell.

Food is awesome . We go camping at Duckett Mill campground, usually 2-3 times a year. This is our…read more1st trip this year since my Dad passed away March 1st, 2026. This post is in honor of my father... he used to do family gatherings, and always smoked a whole pig. He would have truly loved the barbecued ribs at Sherry's. I never had the chance to bring him here, so I will eat these ribs for you ‍‍. Miss you to the ribs and back Dad and Mom. You're ribs are the only ones that compare to theirs!!!!!

Even it changed in different foods, even service back then was amazing me. But it the past, now…read morehave new owner in this place and they serving fish instead meats I alway love every time I hungry for meats. Good old memory.