North Georgia Points of Interest
Helen, GeorgiaHelen, Georgia is a popular tourist stop. It is a quaint north Georgia town modeled after a traditional Alpine village. Many novelty shops. About 35 miles from Toccoa Falls. Follow Hwy. 17/75.
(800) 858-8027.
www.helenga.org
Unicoi State Park & Anna Ruby Falls
(twin falls). Is located north of Helen. Take Hwy. 17/75, then turn right on Hwy. 356. Follow signs.
Richad Russell Scenic Highway
Richard Russell Scenic Highway is a beautiful drive through the mountains and the sight of many beautiful trails. Go past turn off on Hwy .356 for Unicoi and turn left on Hwy. 356 then right onto Hwy. 348.
Cabbage Patch Kids
Cabbage Patch Kids are born at the Babyland General Hospital in Cleveland, Georgia each day.
(706) 865-2171.
www.cabbagepatchkids.com
Appalachian Trail
Appalachian Trail begins in north Georgia at Springer Mountain.
georgiatrails.com/features/apptrail
Vogel State Park
Vogel State Park is a very beautiful park and lake nestled in the north Georgia mountains. Camping, cabins, swimming, waterbikes, fishing, etc.
(706) 745-2628.
Brasstown Bald
Brasstown Bald is the highest point in Georgia 4,784'. From the top you can see several states. Can either hike to the top on the trail or ride a van for a small fee.
(706)745-692.
www.ngeorgia.com www.georgiatrails.com www.luminous-landscape.com
Dahlonega
"The Gold Town". Novelty shops, gold mines.
Commerce
Commerce is a large outlet mall shopping center. Located on I-85 at the Commerce exit. About 35 miles from Toccoa Falls.
Cagle's Dairy
Cagle's Dairy located near Canton, Georgia, north of Atlanta. It is located on Stringer Road which runs between SR140 and Hickory Road. Open for tours certain times of the year. Has a 10 acre maze from August 31 to November 24.
770-704-5713.
www.caglesdairy.com