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Visit beautiful Black Rock Lake, Amicalola Falls State Park, Fred Hamilton Rhododendron Garden, Lake Burton Trout Hatchery, Lake Tugaloo and much more. |
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| Fishing and Recreation Lakes, and Fish Hatchery | ||
| Black Rock Lake in Rabun County - Size: 17 acres Fish: A fair population of largemouth bass and sunfish. Catfish are periodically stocked into the lake. Trout are also periodically stocked (about 3,000 annually). Lake Facilities: Cottages and campsites (not adjacent to lake), hiking trails, senic overlooks, picnic tables, fishing pier that is wheelchair accessible. Lake is 2241 feet above sea level. Fee: $10 parking fee (ParkPass) Open: All year 7 am - 10 pm - Contact Information - Owner: Parks, Recreation and Historic Sites Division, Ga. Department of Natural Resources Phone: 706-746-2141 Address: P. O. Drawer A, Mountain City Georgia 30562 - Directions: On Taylor's Chapel Road inside Black Rock Mountain State Park - See Black Rock Mountain State Park pictures and info. | ||
| Chattahoochee Forest National Fish Hatchery has 3 major fishing events are held annually to promote recreational fishing. Educational tours and fishing in nearby Rock Creek are available. Must have fishing license. Open: Mon.-Fri. 8 am - 3 pm. Free admission. Amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Accessibility for mobility-impaired. Located in Suches, GA 30572 | ||
| Fort Yargo State Park Lake in Barrow County - Size: 260 acres Fish: Channel catfish, largemouth bass, bluegill, redear sunfish, and crappie - Lake Facilities: Boat ramp, boat rentals, restrooms, tent and RV camping, swimming, cottages, playground, picnic tables, minature golf, beach and shelters, canoes, paddle boats and jon boats. Jon boats available with or without motors. Handicap accessible facilities available. Fee: $10 parking fee (ParkPass) Open: All year from 7 am to 10 pm seven days a wee. Restrictions: 10 hp motor restriction, boats allowed from 7 am until sunset. Contact Information - Owner: Parks, Recreation and Historic Sites Division, Ga. Department of Natural Resources Address: P. O. Box 764 Winder Georgia 30680 - Phone: 770-867-3489 - Directions: 1 mile south of Winder on GA Hwy 81 - Fort Yargo State Park pictures and info. | ||
| Lake Burton Trout Hatchery is where you can enjoy fishing for brown and rainbow trout, picnicking, wildlife-viewing areas, a kids’ stocked catfish pond, boating and skiing. Fun activities include picnicking, camping, hiking, boat ramp and food. Open: Mon-Fri 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m., Sat-Sun 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Free admission. Amenities: Parking, Public Restrooms, and Accessibility for mobility-impaired. In Clarkesville Georgia | ||
| Richard B. Russell Lake, Visitor Center Lake & Power Plant has 540 miles of shoreline and provides plenty of fishing and swimming. There is a visitors center at the dam and a fishing pier. Free scheduled tours of power plant 2 weeks in advance during weekdays. Availability is limited. Great for group tours of 5 or more. First come, first tour. Open: Mon- Sat at 8 am to 4:30 pm, and Sat and Sun at 8 am to 4 pm. Free admission and parking. Amenities: Public Restrooms, Accessibility for mobility-impaired. Phone: 706-213-3400 - toll- free 800-944-7207 - Address: 4144 Russell Dam Dr, Elberton, GA 30635 | ||
| Lake Tugalo - GA Power Lake - Visitors can enjoy boating (25 horsepower motors or smaller) and fishing on Tugalo. Open: Daily. Amenities: Parking, Public Restrooms, Accessibility for mobility-impaired. Free admission. Located in Tallulah Falls Georgia | ||
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| State Parks | ||
| Georgia’s State Parks & Historic Sites are committed to making facilities and programs accessible to everyone. All lodges have accessible rooms, meeting facilities and restaurants. Most parks offer accessible cottages, campsites, fishing piers, nature trails and picnic areas. Since degrees of accessibility vary among the sites, visitors may find it helpful to call the park or historic site they plan to visit to ensure their needs can be met. Overnight guests should be specific about needs when making reservations. | ||
| Amicalola Falls State Park - ADA Access: Campsites with comfort station, cottage, lodge, museum, restroom and trails. In Dawsonville Georgia | ||
| Black Rock Mountain State Park - ADA Access: Campsites with comfort station, cottage, museum, and restroom. In Mountain City Georgia | ||
| Bobby Brown Park - Now operated by Elbert County. Call 706-283-5500 to ask about accessible campsites and yurts. In Elberton GA | ||
| Ft. Yargo & Will-A-Way Recreation Area - ADA Access: Campsites with comfort station, cottage, museum, restroom and trails. In Winder Georgia | ||
| Hartwell Lakeside Park (formerly Hart State Park) - Now a City of Hartwell park on Lake Hartwell, no longer part of Georgia State Parks. Campsites with comfort station and restroom; call the park for current accessibility details. In Hartwell GA | ||
| Moccasin Creek State Park - ADA Access Ammenity: Campsites with comfort station and wheelchair accessible fishing pier. In Clarkesville Georgia | ||
| Richard B. Russell State Park - ADA Access Ammenities: Campsites with comfort station, cottage, restroom and nature trails. Park Hours - 7 am - 10 pm. In Elberton Georgia | ||
| Smithgall Woods State Park - ADA Access Amenities: Paved, accessible walking trail from the Visitor Center, cottages and restrooms. Park Hours - 7 am - dark. In Helen Georgia | ||
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| Tallulah Gorge State Park - ADA Access: Campsites with comfort station, museum, restroom and trails. Park Hours - 7 am - 10 pm. In Tallulah Falls Georgia | ||
| Tugaloo State Park - ADA Access: Campsites with comfort station, cottage and restroom. Park Hours - 7 am - 10 pm. In Lavonia GA | ||
| Unicoi State Park - ADA Access Ammenities: Campsites with comfort station, cottage, lodge and restroom. Park Hours - 7 am - 10 pm. In Helen Georgia | ||
| Victoria Bryant State Park - ADA Access: Campsites with comfort station, museum and restroom. Park Hours - 7 am - Dark. In Royston Georgia | ||
| Vogel State Park - ADA Access: Campsites with comfort station, cotage, museum and restroom. Park Hours - 7 am - 10 pm. In Blairsville GA | ||
| Watson Mill Bridge State Park - ADA Access : Campsites with comfort station, museum and restroom. Park Hours - 7 am - 10 pm. In Comer Georgia 30629 | ||
| Farms, Parks and Trails | ||
| Alberta Banks Park - Enjoy this 20.5-acre park with Handicap accessible Field of Dreams, Bobby Bailey Tennis Center with 12 Lighted tennis courts, 2 Softball fields, 3 Baseball fields, Playgrounds, Picnic shelter with water and electricity, Concession building and Restroom. Leashed Pets are Allowed. Open year-round. Park closes at sunset if no games are scheduled. Call for information on reserving and pricing for the pavilions and fields. No Gate Fee. Located in Flowery Branch Georgia | ||
| Allen Creek Soccer Complex - Amenities: An 89 acre special use park. It is a Special Use Facility that is open for scheduled events only. It is handicapped accessible. Leashed pets are allowed. 9 Lighted fields, 3 Concession areas with adjacent accessible restrooms and 2,500 Seat Stadium. Call for scheduling and rental availability. This complex is jointly owned and managed facility of Gainesville and Hall County. Hours Special Use Facility-open for scheduled events only Phone: 770-535-8280 - Address: 2500 Allen Creek Road, Gainesville Georgia 30507 | ||
| Hickorynut Cove Trout Farm is a private 5-acre lake is great for paddle boating or fishing. Daily 8a.m.-6p.m. Amenities: Parking, Public Restrooms, Accessibility for mobility-impaired Phone: 706-896-5341 - Address: 2500 Hickorynut Cove, Hiawassee, 30546 |
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| Old Federal Campground - Amenities: Accessible Handicapped Site, Accessible Restroom, Boat Launch Ramp, Boating, Fishing and Dump Station. Old Federal Campground is located on Lake Sidney Lanier. Lake Lanier touches five counties in Georgia and is just 45 minutes from Atlanta. The lake covers 38,000 acres that were once rolling farmland. The lake provides outdoor recreational opportunities to fish, camp, boat, picnic or sightsee. Old Federal Campground offers 59 sites with electric and water hookups and 24 sites without hookups. Additional amenities include hot showers, laundry facilities, a boat ramp,a dump station, and a swimming area. It is on the 38000-acre Lake Sidney Lanier. Call to reserve a camping site. Phone: 770-967-6757 - Address: 6219 Old Federal Road, Flowery Branch Georgia 30542 | ||
| River Forks Park - Amenities: This 118-acre park has a 40,000 square foot beach, Handicapped access picnic sites 63 campsites with electric and water hook-ups, a sewer pump-out station for RVs, area for group camping, boat ramp, boat launch area, volleyball net near beach area, 3 picnic shelters, 60 picnic sites with grills, Pavilion, hiking trails, fishing, bike trails, 4 playgrounds, bathhouse with showers, handicapped access, 5 restroom buildings with showers, dumping station, and 24-hour live-in security. Horseshoes and horshoe pits that can be picked up at entrance gate. Pets Allowed in camping area on a leash. No pets allowed in day use area. It is open March 1 through December 31, and is closed during January and February. Admission cost varies. Check-in at entrance. Please call for more information on reserving and pricing. Phone: 770-531-3952 - Address: 3500 Keith Bridge Road, Gainesville Georgia Directions: River Forks Park is located at 3500 Keith Bridge Rd off Hwy 369 in Gainesville. Drive west on Browns Bridge Rd, turn right one mile past McEver Rd onto Keiths Bridge Rd. | ||
| More Outdoor Places to Visit | ||
| Goats on the Roof - A unique family destination with real, live goats on the roof. The original Tiger location has closed; the Helen location is open. Hours: Daily 10 am to 6pm. Amenities: Parking, Public Restrooms, Accessibility for mobility-impaired and party facilities. Free admission to facilities. Phone: 706-782-2784 - Address: 1204 Ridge Rd., Helen Georgia & 3026 Hwy. 441, Tiger Georgia | ||
| Hurricane Shoals Covered Bridge - Reconstructed covered bridge and gristmill, along with an 1850 Heritage Village set against beautiful Hurricane Shoals Park. Amenities: Parking, Public Restrooms, Accessibility for mobility-impaired and Party Facilities. Free admission to park. Phone: 706-652-2370 - Location: GA Hwy. 82 Spur, Maysville Georgia | ||
| Poole's Mill Historic Covered Bridge and Park is a 10-acre park with a walking path, picnic area and playground. The bridge, built in 1906, spans Settledown Creek. Open: Daily. Free admission. Amenities: Parking, Public Restrooms, Accessibility for mobility-impaired, Party Facilities. Phone: 770-781-2215 - Address: 7725 Poole’s Mill Rd., Cumming Georgia 30540 | ||
Indoor Places with ADA Access
 Quinlan Visual Arts Center |
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There are plenty of great indoor places throughout this travel region. Visit the Barrow County Museum, Elberton Granite Museum, Bowen Center for Arts, George Coleman Planetarium, The Mauldin House and more. Stay and Play in GA! |
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| Museums | ||
| Banks County Historic Courthouse / Historical Society Museum - One of the oldest courthouses in Georgia, it houses a local museum, which features art, WWII memorabilia and historic records. Open: Mon-Fri 1-4 pm. Free admission. Amenities: Parking, Public Restrooms, Accessibility for mobility-impaired, Party Facilities. Phone: 06-677-2108 - toll-free 800-638-5004 Address: 106 Yonah Homer Rd, Homer, GA 30547 | ||
| Barrow County Museum - Among the rooms of the museum, see jail cells, exhibits of Senator Richard B. Russell, county history and the nearby Fort Yargo. Open: Mon-Fri 1-4 pm. Free admission. Amenities: parking, public restrooms and accessibility for mobility-impared. Phone: 770-307-1183 - Address: 94 E. Athens St., Winder, GA 30680 |
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| Crocker Pottery-Georgia Folk Pottery Center - True Georgia folk potters turn and burn their beautiful wares. See a continuous exhibit of pottery, including Meaders and others’ work. Open: Mon.-Fri. 9am-5pm. Free admission. Amenities: Parking, Public Restrooms, Accessibility for mobility-impaired. Phone: 770-869-3160 - Address: 6361 W. County Line Rd., Lula, GA 30554 | ||
| Crawford W. Long Museum - Dr. Crawford W Long preformed the first painless surgery here by administering a small dose of ether. Amenities: parking, public restrooms and accessibility for mobility-impared. Open Tues-Sat 10 am - 5 pm. Call for groups and fees. Phone: 706-367-5307 - Address: 28 College St., Jefferson, GA 30549 | ||
| Dahlonega Gold Museum State Historic Site - Learn about our nation's first gold rush in the oldest courthouse in GA. Amenities: parking, public restrooms and accessibility for mobility-impared. Call for hours & fees. Phone: 706-864-2257 Address: 1 Public Square, Dahlonega GA | ||
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| Elberton Granite Museum and Exhibit - In the three stories of self-guided exhibits are educational displays of antique granite-working tools used in the quarry, as well as other artifacts. Open: Mon.-Sat. 2-5p.m. Free admission. Amenities: Parking, Public Restrooms, Accessibility for mobility-impaired. Phone: 706-283-2551 - Address: One Granite Plaza, Elberton, GA 30635 | ||
| Foxfire Museum and Heritage Center - Shows the culture of the Appalachian regon and the resilience of the early inhabitants. Amenities: parking, public restrooms, accessibility for mobility-impared and party facilities. Open Mon-Fri 8:30 am - 4:30 pm. Call for fees. Phone: 706-746-5828 - Address: 210 Foxfire Lane, Mountain City, GA 30562 |
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| Georgia Racing Hall of Fame - View Exhibits about Georgia's auto-racing giants. Free admission, however, donations are accepted. Hours: Call for hours and special events. Amenities: Parking, Accessibility for mobility-impaired, Food and Party Facilities. Phone: 706-216-7223 - Address: 415 Hwy. 53 E. Dawsonville Georgia | ||
| Hart County Historical Museum is located in the Teasley-Holland House, and is an excellent source of county historical information. Amenities: parking, public restrooms and accessibility for mobility-impared. Open Fridays 11am-2pm. Free admission. Phone: 706-376-6330 - Address: 31 E. Howell St., Hartwell, GA 30643 | ||
| Johnny Mize Athletic Center and Museum - Named for Baseball Hall of Famer and former Piedont player Johnny Mize, the museum features memorabilia from his career. Free admission. Open: daily 6 am - 10 pm.Amenities: parking, public restrooms and accessibility for mobility-impared. Phone: 706-776-0147 - Address: 280 Laurel Ave., Demorest, GA 30535 |
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| Loudermilk Boarding House Museum - A permanent display on the third floor is owner Joni Mabe's "Panoramic Encyclopedia of Everything Elvis." Amenities: parking and accessibility for mobility-impared. Open Fri-Sat 10 am - 5 pm. $5 admission, children under 6 are free. Phone: 706-778-3002 - Address: 271 Foreacre St., Cornelia, GA 30531 |
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| Mark of the Potter - Historic mill on the Soque River featuring the works of many local artists and potters. Feed the pet trout and see the inner workings of an old gristmill. Amenities: Parking, Restrooms and Accessibility for mobility-impaired. Open daily 10 am - 6 pm. Phone: 706-947-3440 Address: 9982 State Hwy 197 N, Clarkesville, Georgia | ||
| Tallulah Falls School Museum - Displays include photos, paintings, and artifacts that reflect the history of Tallulah Falls School. Amenities: parking, public restrooms and accessibility for mobility-impared. Call for hours. Free admission. Phone: 706-754-0400 extn. 3530 - Address: 150 Willet Drive, Tallulah Falls, Georgia 30573 | ||
| The Gourd Place - International Museum - This gourd museum and retail shop features more than 200 gourds from 23 countries. Call for hours. Amenities: parking, restrooms and accessibility for mobility-impared. Phone: 706-865-4048 - Address: 2319 Duncan Bridge Rd., Sautee, Georgia | ||
| Ty Cobb Museum - Little-known facts, memorabilia , rare films and photographs, and personal belongings of Ty Cobb. Amenities: parking, public restrooms and accessibility for mobility-impared. Open Mon-Fri 9 am - 9 pm, and Sat 10 am - 9 pm. Call for groups and fees. Phone: 706-245-1825 - Address: 461 Cook St., Royston, GA 30662 |
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| White County Historical Museum - The brick White County Courthouse was constructed between 1859 and 1860. This local history museum displays Meaders pottery and offers a small gift shop. Open: Thurs - Fri at 10 am - 3 pm. Amenities: parking, restrooms, accessibility for mobility-impared and party facilities. Phone: 706-865-3225 - Address: On Cleveland Square, Cleveland, Georgia 30528 | ||
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| Art Galleries & Pottery Studios | ||
| Artworks Artisan Centre - Demonstrations and displays of decorative and functional art by more than 45 artists and craftsmen. Hours: Mon - Sat 10am to 5pm. Free admission. Amenities: Parking, Restrooms and Accessibility for mobility-impaired. Phone: 706-896-0932 - Address: 308 Big Sky Drive, Hiawassee, GA | ||
| Bowen Center for the Arts stages year-round exhibits and performances by Georgia artist. Open: Tue.-Fri. 10 am - 4 pm, Sat. 12-4 pm. Amenities: Parking, Public Restrooms, Accessibility for mobility-impaired and Party Facilities. Free admission. Phone: 706-216-2787 - Address: 334 GA Hwy 9 N., Dawsonville, GA 30534 | ||
| Brenau University Permanent Art Collection has more than 1,000 pieces of original art grace the campus. Find sculpture and painting in a variety of media. Open: Mon.-Fri. 10a.m.-4p.m. (Thurs. until 6p.m.), Sun. 2-5 pm. Amenities: Parking, Public Restrooms, Accessibility for mobility-impaired. Free admission. Phone: 770-534-6263 - Address: 500 Washington St., Gainesville, GA 30501 | ||
| Crocker Pottery-Georgia Folk Pottery Center - True Georgia folk potters turn and burn their beautiful wares. See a continuous exhibit of pottery, including Meaders and others’ work. Open: Mon.-Fri. 9am-5pm. Free admission. Amenities: Parking, Public Restrooms and Accessibility for mobility-impaired. Phone: 770-869-3160 - Address: 6345 W. County Line Rd., Lula, GA 30554 |
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| Peckerwood Pottery - Potter's studio and shop. Watch local potters design, throw, glaze and sell handmade pottery. No current online listing was found for this studio, so call ahead to confirm it's still operating. Amenities: Parking and Accessibility for mobility-impaired. Phone: 770-654-4412 - Address: 4750 Gillsville Hwy., Gillsville, GA | ||
| Quinlan Visual Arts Center is home to world-class exhibits and workshops, as well as a wide variety of classes. Open: Mon - Fri at 9 am - 5 pm and Sat 10 am - 4 pm. Amenities: Parking, Public Restrooms, Accessibility for mobility-impaired and Party Facilities. Free admission. Phone: 770-536-2575 - Address: 514 Green St., Gainesville, GA 30501 | ||
| The Arts Center - View regional and national fine arts and crafts at this center. Open: Thurs.-Sat. 1-5:30p.m. and appt. Free admission, but $1 donation suggested. Amenities: Parking, Public Restrooms, Accessibility for mobility-impaired, Party Facilities Phone: 706-377-2040 - Address: 338 E. Howell St., Hartwell, GA 30643 |
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| The Willows Pottery is a gallery featuring decortive, functional stoneware pottery made by local potters. The gallery has moved and now shares space inside Sweetwater Coffeehouse. Open daily 8am - 6pm. Amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Accessibility for mobility-impaired. Free admission. Phone: 706-878-1521 - Address: 2242 GA-17, Sautee Nacoochee, Georgia 30571 | ||
| Turpin Pottery - Working potters studio with display and shop. Demonstrations upon request. Open: Call before coming. Amenities: Parking, & Accessibility for mobility-impaired. Phone: 706-677-1528 - Address: 2500 US Hwy. 441, Homer, GA | ||
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| Planetariums | ||
| George Coleman Planetarium has regularly scheduled shows each Friday while school is in session. School and special shows available by appt. A sky viewing will be held after each show. Open: Friday at 8 to 9 pm. Amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Accessibility for mobility-impaired. Free admission. Phone: 706-864-1471 - Located at North Georgia College & State University, Sunset Dr., Dahlonega, GA 30597 | ||
| Rollins Planetarium - Enjoy free public shows at one of the largest planetariums in the state. Arrive early; seating is limited. Open: Call for schedule. Fri. 8p.m. Amenities: Parking, Public Restrooms, Accessibility for mobility-impaired. Free admission. Phone: 706-379-5195 and 800-241-3754 - Address: 1 College St, Young Harris, GA 30582 | ||
| Historic Sites | ||
| Mauldin House and Gardens is a 19th century Victorian cottage that sits next to a milinery shop and the 1922 Big Holly Cabin. Amenities: Parking, Public Restrooms and Accessibility for mobility-impaired. Open Call for hours. Phone: 706-754-2220 - Address: 458 Jefferson St., Clarkesville, Georgia | ||
| The Smith House Mine - View the newly discovered mine shaft located underneath the Smith House, and see some of its artifacts. Amenities: Parking, Public Restrooms, Accessibility for mobility-impaired, food and party facilities. Open during the restaurant hours. Phone: 706-867-7000 or toll free 800-852-9577 - Address: 84 S Chestatee St., Dahlonega, GA | ||
| Miscellaneous Indoor Places | ||
| Babyland General Hospital - Witness the "birth" of a Cabbage Patch Kid in the new Babyland General Hospital, a historic Greek Revival-style Southern home. Amenities: Parking, Public Restrooms, Accessibility for mobility-impaired and party facilities. Hours: Mon-Sat 9am tp 5pm, Sun 10am to 5pm. Free Admission. Phone: 706-865-2171 - Address: 300 N.O.K. Drive, Cleveland GA | ||
