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  1. www.exploregeorgia.org › city › young-harrisYoung Harris | Explore Georgia

    View and download resources for planning a vacation in Young Harris, Georgia. Find trip ideas, attractions, events, activities accommodations, maps, travel resources and much more. The campus of Young Harris College includes Rollins Planetarium, which offers Friday-night star shows.

  2. blueridgemountainstravelguide.com › things-to-doThe 15 Best Things to Do in Hiawassee GA & Young Harris GA

    • Bell Mountain Park
    • Brasstown Bald
    • Brasstown Valley Resort
    • Crane Creek Vineyards
    • Georgia Mountain Fair & Fall Festival
    • Hamilton Rhododendron Gardens
    • Hike to Blue Hole Falls & High Shoals Falls
    • Hike The Chatuge Trail
    • Mountain Country Christmas in Lights
    • Picnic at Lake Chatuge Beach

    If breathtaking scenic overlooksand/or beautiful lakes are your thing, a drive up to the top of Bell Mountain ranks high among the best things to do in Hiawassee GA. Located at an elevation of 3,400+ feet, the 18-acre Bell Mountain Park and Historic Sitewas donated to Towns County in 2016 by the estate of Hal Herrin (a local real estate agent who p...

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    The tallest mountain in North Georgia at 4,784 feet, Brasstown Bald towers above the Chattahoochee National Forest. The observation deck at the summit offers breathtaking 360º views of the surrounding mountains: On a clear day, you can see four states (Georgia, North Carolina, South Carolina, and Tennessee). The 1.1-mile round-trip hike from the Br...

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    Located 7 miles west of Downtown Hiawassee in Young Harris GA, the Brasstown Valley Resort & Spa is one of the most popular romantic getaways in the North Georgia Mountains. If you’re looking for the best places to stay in Hiawassee, the mountain resort makes a great base for exploring the area. It offers 102 guest rooms and 8 rental cabins(each wi...

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    Widely regarded as one of North Georgia’s best wineries, Crane Creek Vineyards encompasses 20+ acres high in the hills of Young Harris GA. Crane Creekwas founded by Eric Seifarth, who fell in love with wine while stationed in Northern Italy as an Army officer. Some of their top red wines include Hellbender (which is 100% Norton), Raven (which is 10...

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    These two annual festivals held at the Georgia Mountain Fairgrounds in Hiawassee each offer 9 days of Appalachianarts and crafts, carnival rides, live music, and good old-fashioned family fun. The Georgia Mountain Fair (now in its 71st year) takes place August 19-27, 2022. It includes daredevil shows, livestock exhibits, the Miss Georgia Mountain F...

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    Also located at the Georgia Mountain Fairgrounds, this 30+ acre botanical gardenis home to the largest collection of native azaleas in the Southeastern United States. Hamilton Rhododendron Gardenswas established in 1982 by Fred Hamilton, a Sears executive-turned-plant breeder. He moved 1,000+ plants to the current site, which currently boasts more ...

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    One of our favorite hikes to North Georgia waterfalls, this popular trail is located about 11 miles south of Hiawassee. The relatively easy 2.4-mile round-trip hike takes you along a creek that runs into old-growth forest and through a lush valley, with popular primitive campingsites along the way. Note that the bridgeacross High Shoals Creek (at a...

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    The Chatuge Trail is located in the Lake Chatuge Recreation Area, whose boat launch ramp is a popular place to begin boating and kayakingadventures on the lake. The 1-mile, dog-friendly hiking trail takes you through the forest along the banks of a small peninsula, offering sensational views of the shoreline and southern Appalachian Mountainsalong ...

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    Often ranked among the best Christmas towns in Georgia, Hiawassee is home to the Mountain Country Christmas in Lights at the Georgia Mountain Fairgrounds. One of our favorite places to see Christmas lights in North Georgia, the 2022 holiday event runs from November 24 through December 23. This Southern-fried holiday light show includes Christmas mu...

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    Commonly known as Lake Chatuge Beach or Towns County Beach, this recreation area right off Highway 76 is an excellent place to enjoy the fun opportunities the lake has to offer. Located about 2 miles from the Hiawassee Town Square, next to the Towns County Pickleball Courts, the public beach has free parking. Lake Chatuge Beach boasts lots of white...

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  4. www.tripadvisor.com › Attractions-g35382THE 10 BEST Things to Do in Young Harris (2024) - Tripadvisor

    • Renee W. 2 contributions. Great views and wines. I was in Hiawassee for a conference at a nearby resort and needed to kill a couple of hours. This was a great stop to do so.
    • GATravelMomma. 31 contributions. Great shows-get tickets in advance. This planetarium is part of the college, so parking can be tricky! Make plans to search for parking and you may have to walk a short distance.
    • Gerald S. Henderson, NV 362 contributions. Nice Walk on Mostly Boardwalk - Small Falls. NIce walk on mostly boardwalk through the woods and some swampy area.
    • Roger S. Rock Island, TN14 contributions. Sorghum syrup purchase. We arrived to find you could by syrup on the self serve honor system. It was less expensive then anywhere else.

  5. www.travelawaits.com › 2714022The Quaint Georgia Town That's A Perfect Day Trip From ...

    • See Waterfalls And Mountain Scenery. Young Harris, Georgia, has amazing scenery, and not just in the fall when the leaves are at their peak performance.
    • Indulge In The Food Scene. Young Harris doesn’t have a lot of restaurants, but it has some good ones. Mary’s Southern Grill is a good choice for breakfast, serving pancakes, omelets, and classic breakfast items.
    • Drink Beer And Wine. Crane Creek Vineyards is a well-known Georgia winery in the Blue Ridge Mountains that produces smooth and delicious wines, plus has a gorgeous farmhouse market and separate stone-house tasting room.
    • Shop Local. You may find some treasures at the Shops at Lake Chatuge, but the one shop I can’t resist in Young Harris is the Brasstown Valley Resort and Spa’s pro shop and country store.

  6. en.wikipedia.org › wiki › Young_HarrisYoung Harris - Wikipedia

    Young Loftin Gerdine Harris (1812 – April 28, 1894) was an American lawyer, businessman, politician, judge, and philanthropist. He is best known as the early benefactor of Young Harris College in the U.S. state of Georgia, after whom the school was named. [1]

  7. www.onlyinyourstate.com › trip-ideas › georgiaThe Little Known College Town In Georgia You’ll Want To Spend ...

    Aug 19, 2018 · Young Harris, Georgia, offers a charming small-town experience with activities, restaurants, and scenic views, making it more than just a college town. Written by. Angie Slayton. Georgia has quite a few large cities that also boast some of the best colleges throughout the state.

  8. www.tripadvisor.in › Attractions-g35382-ActivitiesTHE 10 BEST Things to Do in Young Harris, GA - Tripadvisor

    Scenic vineyard in a mountainous backdrop presents a tranquil tasting area with panoramic views, featuring a selection of unique wines and tapas, ideal for a serene break or a romantic evening. 2. Rollins Planetarium. Make plans to search for parking and you may have to walk a short distance.

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