# N-Georgia.com

> N-Georgia.com is an independent Georgia (U.S.) recreation and travel guide, online since 1999 and founded by Sandy Earon. It covers the whole state, not just North Georgia: state and county parks, hiking trails, waterfalls, lakes and rivers, wildlife management areas, historic sites and museums, festivals, farmers markets, and detailed maps. Pages give real place names, addresses, and phone numbers, and facts are checked against official sources and updated on a rolling basis. Main guides end with a "Sources we checked" box naming the official sources and the month they were checked. Because hours, fees, and dates change, always confirm details with the place itself before you go.

## Start here

- [About N-Georgia.com](https://www.n-georgia.com/about.htm): history, founder, and scope of the site
- [Travel guides and itineraries](https://www.n-georgia.com/travel-guides.html): trip itineraries, best-of lists, and spring, summer, fall, and winter guides
- [Georgia travel regions](https://www.n-georgia.com/9_travel_regions.htm): the state divided into nine travel regions

## Maps and directories

- [Georgia state parks map and directory](https://www.n-georgia.com/parksmap.htm): all state parks with addresses and phone numbers
- [Georgia wildlife management areas map and directory](https://www.n-georgia.com/wildlifemap.htm): WMAs, public fishing areas, and natural areas, with links to individual area map PDFs
- [Georgia hunting seasons 2026-27](https://www.n-georgia.com/georgia-hunting-guide.html): every season date, license price, hunter education rule and quota deadline from Georgia DNR regulations
- [Georgia deer season 2026-27](https://www.n-georgia.com/deer-hunting-in-georgia.html): deer dates, either-sex days by zone, extended archery counties and bag limits
- [Georgia dove season 2026-27](https://www.n-georgia.com/georgia-dove-season.html): dove dates, limits and public WMA dove fields
- [Georgia duck season 2026-27](https://www.n-georgia.com/georgia-duck-season.html): duck and goose dates, species limits, quota impoundments and lake rules
- Individual WMA guides (2026-27 hunt dates, DNR notices, maps, check station addresses): [Albany Nursery WMA](https://www.n-georgia.com/albany-nursery-wma.html), [Allatoona WMA](https://www.n-georgia.com/allatoona-wma.html), [Altamaha WMA](https://www.n-georgia.com/altamaha-wma.html), [B.F. Grant WMA](https://www.n-georgia.com/bf-grant-wma.html), [Big Hammock WMA](https://www.n-georgia.com/big-hammock-wma.html), [Big Lazer Creek WMA](https://www.n-georgia.com/big-lazer-creek-wma.html), [Blanton Creek WMA](https://www.n-georgia.com/blanton-creek-wma.html), [Blue Ridge WMA](https://www.n-georgia.com/blue-ridge-wma.html), [Broad River WMA](https://www.n-georgia.com/broad-river-wma.html), [Bullard Creek WMA](https://www.n-georgia.com/bullard-creek-wma.html), [Cedar Creek WMA](https://www.n-georgia.com/cedar-creek-wma.html), [Chattahoochee WMA](https://www.n-georgia.com/chattahoochee-wma.html), [Chestatee WMA](https://www.n-georgia.com/chestatee-wma.html), [Chickasawhatchee WMA](https://www.n-georgia.com/chickasawhatchee-wma.html), [Clayhole Swamp WMA](https://www.n-georgia.com/clayhole-swamp-wma.html), [Cohutta WMA](https://www.n-georgia.com/cohutta-wma.html), [Coopers Creek WMA](https://www.n-georgia.com/coopers-creek-wma.html), [Coosawattee WMA](https://www.n-georgia.com/coosawattee-wma.html), [Crockford-Pigeon Mountain WMA](https://www.n-georgia.com/crockford-pigeon-mountain-wma.html), [Dawson Forest WMA](https://www.n-georgia.com/dawson-forest-wma.html), [Dixon Memorial WMA](https://www.n-georgia.com/dixon-memorial-wma.html), [Doerun Pitcherplant Bog WMA](https://www.n-georgia.com/doerun-pitcherplant-bog-wma.html), [Elbert County WMA](https://www.n-georgia.com/elbert-county-wma.html), [Elmodel WMA](https://www.n-georgia.com/elmodel-wma.html), [Flint River WMA](https://www.n-georgia.com/flint-river-wma.html), [Griffin Ridge WMA](https://www.n-georgia.com/griffin-ridge-wma.html), [Hannahatchee WMA](https://www.n-georgia.com/hannahatchee-creek-wma.html), [Hart County WMA](https://www.n-georgia.com/hart-county-wma.html), [John’s Mountain WMA](https://www.n-georgia.com/johns-mountain-wma.html), [Lake Russell WMA](https://www.n-georgia.com/lake-russell-wma.html), [Lake Seminole WMA](https://www.n-georgia.com/lake-seminole-wma.html), [Little Satilla WMA](https://www.n-georgia.com/little-satilla-wma.html), [Lula Bridge WMA](https://www.n-georgia.com/lula-bridge-wma.html), [Mayhaw WMA](https://www.n-georgia.com/mayhaw-wma.html), [McGraw Ford WMA](https://www.n-georgia.com/mcgraw-ford-wma.html), [Ocmulgee WMA](https://www.n-georgia.com/ocmulgee-wma.html), [Oconee WMA](https://www.n-georgia.com/oconee-wma.html), [Ohoopee Dunes WMA](https://www.n-georgia.com/ohoopee-dunes-wma.html), [Paulding Forest WMA](https://www.n-georgia.com/paulding-forest-wma.html), [Paulks Pasture WMA](https://www.n-georgia.com/paulks-pasture-wma.html), [Penholoway Swamp WMA](https://www.n-georgia.com/penholoway-swamp-wma.html), [Redlands WMA](https://www.n-georgia.com/redlands-wma.html), [Rich Mountain WMA](https://www.n-georgia.com/rich-mountain-wma.html), [Richmond Hill WMA](https://www.n-georgia.com/richmond-hill-wma.html), [Sapelo Island WMA](https://www.n-georgia.com/sapelo-island-wma.html), [Silver Lake WMA](https://www.n-georgia.com/silver-lake-wma.html), [Townsend WMA](https://www.n-georgia.com/townsend-wma.html), [Tuckahoe WMA](https://www.n-georgia.com/tuckahoe-wma.html), [Warwoman WMA](https://www.n-georgia.com/warwoman-wma.html), [Wilson Shoals WMA](https://www.n-georgia.com/wilson-shoals-wma.html)
- [Cities and towns in Georgia, A to Z with counties](https://www.n-georgia.com/cities-in-georgia.html): all incorporated cities and towns, the 15 largest cities, and other communities
- [Georgia counties list](https://www.n-georgia.com/georgia-counties-list.html): all 159 counties with county seats and creation years
- [Georgia county map](https://www.n-georgia.com/map_county.htm)
- [Georgia county maps, one per county (159)](https://www.n-georgia.com/georgia-counties-list.html): each links to <county>-county-map.html with towns, highways, lakes, parks and 2024 population
- [Atlanta area map](https://www.n-georgia.com/atlantamap.htm)
- [Georgia cities and highways map](https://www.n-georgia.com/map_hiway.htm): interstates and the cities they connect
- [Georgia covered bridges map](https://www.n-georgia.com/bridgesmap.htm): the 15 surviving covered bridges
- [Georgia rivers guide](https://www.n-georgia.com/georgia-rivers.html)
- [Georgia lakes and rivers map](https://www.n-georgia.com/lakes_%26_rivers.htm)

## Outdoors

- [Georgia state parks](https://www.n-georgia.com/stateparks.htm)
- [Georgia county parks](https://www.n-georgia.com/coParks.htm)
- [National Park Service sites in Georgia](https://www.n-georgia.com/nps-recreation-sites.html)
- [Georgia waterfalls](https://www.n-georgia.com/waterfal.htm)
- [Hiking trails](https://www.n-georgia.com/parkhike.htm)
- [Georgia's Appalachian Trail section](https://www.n-georgia.com/appalach.htm): mile-by-mile access points
- [Georgia lakes](https://www.n-georgia.com/lakes_rivers2.htm) and [small fishing lakes](https://www.n-georgia.com/small-fishing-lakes.htm)
- [National forests and camping](https://www.n-georgia.com/us_forest_camping.htm)
- [OHV trails](https://www.n-georgia.com/orv_trails.htm)
- [Coast and islands](https://www.n-georgia.com/costIslands.htm)
- [Safety tips](https://www.n-georgia.com/safety-tips.htm)

## Guides

- [Best waterfalls in North Georgia](https://www.n-georgia.com/best-waterfalls-north-georgia.html)
- [Best hikes in North Georgia](https://www.n-georgia.com/best-hikes-north-georgia.html)
- [North Georgia Fall Color Report 2026](https://www.n-georgia.com/north-georgia-fall-color-report.html): weekly Leaf Watch percentages, peak forecast and where to see color now.
- [Georgia Waterfalls Map](https://www.n-georgia.com/georgia-waterfalls-map.html): interactive map of Georgia waterfalls with heights, fees and directions.
- [Georgia State Parks Checklist](https://www.n-georgia.com/georgia-state-parks-checklist.html): all 63 parks and historic sites to check off, with a printable PDF.
- [Free Printable Georgia Studies Maps](https://www.n-georgia.com/georgia-studies-maps.html): regions, physical features and blank outline maps for the classroom.
- [Free Camping in Georgia](https://www.n-georgia.com/free-camping-georgia.html): dispersed camping rules, AT shelters and WMA campsites.
- [North Georgia Trout Streams](https://www.n-georgia.com/north-georgia-trout-streams.html): delayed Harvest streams, trophy waters, stocking and licenses.
- [Things to Do in Helen, GA](https://www.n-georgia.com/things-to-do-in-helen-ga.html): best things to do in Helen, with drive time and events.
- [Things to Do in Dahlonega, GA](https://www.n-georgia.com/things-to-do-in-dahlonega-ga.html): best things to do in Dahlonega, with drive time and events.
- [Things to Do in Blue Ridge, GA](https://www.n-georgia.com/things-to-do-in-blue-ridge-ga.html): best things to do in Blue Ridge, with drive time and events.
- [Things to Do in Ellijay, GA](https://www.n-georgia.com/things-to-do-in-ellijay-ga.html): best things to do in Ellijay, with drive time and events.
- [Things to Do in Clayton, GA](https://www.n-georgia.com/things-to-do-in-clayton-ga.html): best things to do in Clayton, with drive time and events.
- [Things to Do in Blairsville, GA](https://www.n-georgia.com/things-to-do-in-blairsville-ga.html): best things to do in Blairsville, with drive time and events.
- [Things to Do in Hiawassee, GA](https://www.n-georgia.com/things-to-do-in-hiawassee-ga.html): best things to do in Hiawassee, with drive time and events.
- [Things to Do in Clarkesville, GA](https://www.n-georgia.com/things-to-do-in-clarkesville-ga.html): best things to do in Clarkesville, with drive time and events.
- [Things to Do in McCaysville, GA](https://www.n-georgia.com/things-to-do-in-mccaysville-ga.html): best things to do in McCaysville, with drive time and events.
- [Things to Do in Toccoa, GA](https://www.n-georgia.com/things-to-do-in-toccoa-ga.html): best things to do in Toccoa, with drive time and events.
- [Things to Do on the Georgia Coast](https://www.n-georgia.com/things-to-do-georgia-coast.html): The best things to do on the Georgia coast, from Savannah and Tybee to the Golden Isles, Sapelo and Cumberland Island. Fees, drive times from Atlanta and town guides.
- [Things to Do in Savannah, GA](https://www.n-georgia.com/things-to-do-in-savannah-ga.html): The best things to do in Savannah, Georgia: the historic squares, River Street, Wormsloe, Bonaventure Cemetery and Fort Pulaski. Drive time from Atlanta, events and tips.
- [Things to Do on Tybee Island, GA](https://www.n-georgia.com/things-to-do-on-tybee-island-ga.html): The best things to do on Tybee Island, Georgia: the lighthouse, Fort Pulaski, the pier, dolphin tours and Little Tybee. Drive time from Atlanta, parking tips and events.
- [Things to Do on St. Simons Island, GA](https://www.n-georgia.com/things-to-do-on-st-simons-island-ga.html): The best things to do on St. Simons Island, Georgia: the lighthouse, Fort Frederica, Christ Church, the Pier Village and East Beach. Drive time from Atlanta, events and tips.
- [Things to Do on Jekyll Island, GA](https://www.n-georgia.com/things-to-do-on-jekyll-island-ga.html): The best things to do on Jekyll Island, Georgia: Driftwood Beach, the Jekyll Island Club, the Georgia Sea Turtle Center and bike trails. Parking fee, drive time and tips.
- [Things to Do in Brunswick, GA](https://www.n-georgia.com/things-to-do-in-brunswick-ga.html): The best things to do in Brunswick, Georgia: Old Town's squares, the Sidney Lanier Bridge, Lanier's Oak, Hofwyl-Broadfield and Blythe Island. Drive time from Atlanta and tips.
- [Things to Do in Darien, GA](https://www.n-georgia.com/things-to-do-in-darien-ga.html): The best things to do in Darien, Georgia: Fort King George, the Sapelo Island ferry, Butler Island, Rhett's Island and the shrimp boat waterfront. Drive time from Atlanta and tips.
- [Things to Do in St. Marys, GA](https://www.n-georgia.com/things-to-do-in-st-marys-ga.html): The best things to do in St. Marys, Georgia: the Cumberland Island ferry, the Submarine Museum, Orange Hall and Crooked River State Park. Ferry fares, drive time and tips.
- [Atlanta Campaign Civil War Sites](https://www.n-georgia.com/atlanta-campaign-civil-war-sites.html): A north-to-south guide to the Atlanta Campaign sites you can visit in Georgia, from Tunnel Hill and Resaca to Kennesaw Mountain, Pickett's Mill and Jonesboro. Fees and drive times.
- [Chickamauga and Northwest Georgia Civil War Sites (2026 Guide)](https://www.n-georgia.com/chickamauga-civil-war-sites.html): Chickamauga Battlefield and the Civil War sites of northwest Georgia: Ringgold Gap, Davis's Cross Roads, Tunnel Hill, Dalton and the Great Locomotive Chase. Fees and drive times.
- [March to the Sea Civil War Sites](https://www.n-georgia.com/march-to-the-sea-civil-war-sites.html): Follow Sherman's March to the Sea across Georgia: the Old Capitol in Milledgeville, Griswoldville, Camp Lawton, Fort McAllister and Savannah. Sites, fees and drive times.
- [Things to Do in Augusta, GA](https://www.n-georgia.com/things-to-do-in-augusta-ga.html): The best things to do in Augusta, Georgia: the Augusta Canal boat tour, Riverwalk, Phinizy Swamp, historic house museums and Masters week. Drive time from Atlanta, events and tips.
- [Augusta Canal and Downtown Historic Walk](https://www.n-georgia.com/augusta-canal-historic-walk.html): A self-guided walk through the Augusta Canal mills and downtown Augusta's historic district: Enterprise Mill, the Confederate Powder Works chimney, Broad Street, the Riverwalk and house museums.
- [Things to Do at Lake Lanier, GA](https://www.n-georgia.com/things-to-do-at-lake-lanier.html): The best things to do at Lake Lanier: Don Carter State Park, beaches and Corps parks, Lake Lanier Islands, striper fishing, Buford Dam trails and the Olympic venue. Drive time and safety tips.
- [Things to Do at Lake Allatoona, GA](https://www.n-georgia.com/things-to-do-at-lake-allatoona.html): The best things to do at Lake Allatoona: Red Top Mountain State Park, Allatoona Pass battlefield, Lake Acworth beach, fishing, Etowah Indian Mounds and Tellus. Drive time and tips.
- [Things to Do at Lake Hartwell, GA](https://www.n-georgia.com/things-to-do-at-lake-hartwell.html): The best things to do on the Georgia side of Lake Hartwell: Tugaloo State Park, Hartwell Lakeside Park, Corps campgrounds, fishing, Victoria Bryant State Park and Toccoa Falls. Drive time and tips.
- [Things to Do at Lake Oconee and Lake Sinclair, GA (2026 Guide)](https://www.n-georgia.com/things-to-do-at-lake-oconee.html): The best things to do at Lake Oconee and Lake Sinclair: fishing, Georgia Power parks and beaches, Rock Eagle, historic Madison and Milledgeville, and Hard Labor Creek. Drive time and tips.
- [Things to Do at Clarks Hill Lake, GA](https://www.n-georgia.com/things-to-do-at-clarks-hill-lake.html): The best things to do at Clarks Hill Lake, Georgia's largest lake: Mistletoe and Elijah Clark state parks, Bobby Brown Park, Corps campgrounds, bass fishing and Augusta. Drive time and tips.
- [The 25 Best State Parks in Georgia](https://www.n-georgia.com/best-georgia-state-parks.html): The best Georgia state parks for waterfalls, canyons, mountains, lakes, the coast and history, with drive times from Atlanta, 2026 fees and lodging tips.
- [Georgia State Parks Pass (ParkPass) Guide](https://www.n-georgia.com/georgia-state-parks-pass.html): Georgia State Parks ParkPass prices for 2026: $10 daily, $70 annual, senior and military discounts, free library passes, what it covers and when it pays off.
- [Georgia State Park Cabins, Cottages and Yurts](https://www.n-georgia.com/georgia-state-park-cabins.html): How to rent a cabin at a Georgia state park: cottages from about $75 to $250 a night, yurts, the Hike Inn, the best parks for cottages, dog rules and booking tips.
- [Things to Do in Atlanta, GA](https://www.n-georgia.com/things-to-do-in-atlanta-ga.html): The best things to do in Atlanta: Georgia Aquarium, MLK National Historical Park, the BeltLine, Piedmont Park, Stone Mountain, food halls and what is free.
- [Kid-Friendly Things to Do in Atlanta](https://www.n-georgia.com/kid-friendly-things-to-do-atlanta.html): The best kid-friendly things to do in Atlanta: Georgia Aquarium, Zoo Atlanta, Fernbank dinosaurs, Jim Henson puppets, free splash fountains and picks by age.
- [Outdoor Things to Do in Atlanta](https://www.n-georgia.com/outdoor-things-to-do-in-atlanta.html): The best outdoor things to do in Atlanta: Chattahoochee River hikes, Kennesaw and Stone Mountain, Arabia Mountain, the BeltLine, Silver Comet and city parks.
- [Stone Mountain Park Guide](https://www.n-georgia.com/stone-mountain-park-guide.html): Stone Mountain Park in 2026: $25 parking, the 1-mile Walk-Up Trail vs. the Summit Skyride, what is free, attractions, camping, the carving’s history and tips.
- [Cabins in the North Georgia Mountains](https://www.n-georgia.com/cabins-in-the-georgia-mountains.html): How to pick a cabin in the North Georgia mountains: the best towns from Blue Ridge to Clayton, what to check in a listing, winter roads, bears and booking tips.
- [Cabins in Blue Ridge, GA](https://www.n-georgia.com/cabins-in-blue-ridge-ga.html): Renting a cabin in Blue Ridge, GA: the best areas (lake, river, Aska, downtown), what to check before you book, things to do nearby and when to go.
- [Cabins in Helen, GA](https://www.n-georgia.com/cabins-in-helen-ga.html): Renting a cabin in Helen, GA: walk-to-town vs. riverside, Unicoi and Sautee Nacoochee areas, Oktoberfest timing, what to check before you book and nearby fun.
- [The Best North Georgia Wineries](https://www.n-georgia.com/north-georgia-wineries.html): The best North Georgia wineries by area: Dahlonega, Helen and Cleveland, Ellijay, Tiger and Young Harris, plus the Dahlonega Plateau AVA and tasting tips.
- [The Dahlonega Wine Trail](https://www.n-georgia.com/dahlonega-wine-trail.html): A one-day Dahlonega wine trail: a winery route from Accent Cellars to Kaya, tasting rooms on the square, where to eat and stay, and how to get around safely.
- [Glamping in Georgia](https://www.n-georgia.com/glamping-in-georgia.html): Where to go glamping in Georgia: state park yurts at Cloudland Canyon and Tugaloo, Stone Mountain yurts, safari tents at Amicalola Falls and Lake Lanier, and tips.
- [Rock City and Lookout Mountain, GA](https://www.n-georgia.com/rock-city-lookout-mountain-ga.html): Visiting Rock City Gardens on Georgia’s Lookout Mountain: Lover’s Leap, the Swing-A-Long Bridge, tips, plus Cloudland Canyon, hang gliding and Chickamauga.
- [Things to Do in Rome, GA](https://www.n-georgia.com/things-to-do-in-rome-ga.html): The best things to do in Rome, Georgia: Berry College, the 1871 Clocktower, Broad Street, the Chieftains Museum, river paddling and a one-day plan.
- [Things to Do in Newnan, GA](https://www.n-georgia.com/things-to-do-in-newnan-ga.html): The best things to do in Newnan, Georgia: Court Square, the City of Homes historic tour, the McRitchie-Hollis Museum, Oak Hill Cemetery and Chattahoochee Bend.
- [Best Scenic Views in North Georgia](https://www.n-georgia.com/best-scenic-views-north-georgia.html): brasstown Bald, Blood Mountain, Tallulah Gorge and more, with fees and trail lengths.
- [20 Best Things to Do in North Georgia](https://www.n-georgia.com/things-to-do-north-georgia.html): waterfalls, summits, mountain towns, lakes and fall color, with 2026 fees.
- [Best North Georgia Mountain Towns](https://www.n-georgia.com/north-georgia-mountain-towns.html): dahlonega, Helen, Blue Ridge, Clayton and more, with drive times from Atlanta.
- [Best Mountain Biking Trails in Georgia](https://www.n-georgia.com/best-mountain-biking-trails-georgia.html): jake and Bull, the Pinhoti, Blankets Creek and more, with mileage and fees.
- [Free Things to Do in Atlanta](https://www.n-georgia.com/free-things-to-do-atlanta.html): mLK National Historical Park, the Capitol, free museums, parks and trails.
- [Best Georgia state parks for camping](https://www.n-georgia.com/best-georgia-state-parks-camping.html)
- [3-day North Georgia mountains itinerary](https://www.n-georgia.com/3-day-north-georgia-mountains-itinerary.html)
- [3-day Georgia coast itinerary](https://www.n-georgia.com/georgia-coast-3-day-itinerary.html)
- [3-day Georgia Civil War sites itinerary](https://www.n-georgia.com/georgia-civil-war-sites-itinerary.html)
- [Weekend in Savannah itinerary](https://www.n-georgia.com/savannah-weekend-itinerary.html)
- [Georgia lighthouses guide](https://www.n-georgia.com/georgia-lighthouses-guide.html)

## History, culture, and events

- [Civil War sites](https://www.n-georgia.com/civilwar.htm)
- [Historic sites](https://www.n-georgia.com/site_historic.htm)
- [Museums](https://www.n-georgia.com/museums.htm)
- [Covered bridges](https://www.n-georgia.com/coveredbridges.htm)
- [Free things to do in Georgia](https://www.n-georgia.com/free-stuff-to-do.htm): free museums, parks, and historic sites, checked and disclosed where fees have changed
- [Festivals and events](https://www.n-georgia.com/festiv_ga.htm)
- [Halloween in Georgia 2026](https://www.n-georgia.com/halloween-in-georgia.html): haunted houses, family Halloween events, state park haunts, parades, and ghost tours
- [Christmas lights in Georgia](https://www.n-georgia.com/christmas-lights-georgia.html): the biggest holiday light shows statewide, with a guide for each travel region
- [Thanksgiving in Georgia 2026](https://www.n-georgia.com/georgia-thanksgiving-traditions.html): Thanksgiving Day turkey trots, Georgia vs. Georgia Tech, and holiday events that open Thanksgiving weekend
- [Christmas tree farms in Georgia](https://www.n-georgia.com/christmas-tree-farms-georgia.html): 24 choose-and-cut farms statewide with 2026 opening days and hours
- [Christmas train rides in Georgia](https://www.n-georgia.com/christmas-train-rides-georgia.html): Santa trains and holiday rail trips with 2026 dates and prices
- [Farmers markets](https://www.n-georgia.com/farmers_markets.htm)
- [Gardens](https://www.n-georgia.com/georgia_gardens.htm)

## Optional

- [XML sitemap](https://www.n-georgia.com/sitemap.xml)
- [HTML site map](https://www.n-georgia.com/html_site_map.html)

## Social

- [N-Georgia.com on Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/people/N-Georgiacom/61595181363541/): Georgia trip ideas: parks, waterfalls, scenic drives and events