Historic High Country

Historic High Country

Overview

Windows to the past can be found all across Northwest Georgia in the Historic High Country region, the Land of Sights and Legends.

Discover the many possibilities:

  • Enjoy – amusement parks and outdoor sports
  • Discover – the legacy of Georgia's land and her Civil War heritage
  • Explore – streams, lakes, orchards and wineries

As a major settlement for Native Americans, a plethora of historical sites are scattered across the rolling hills and rippling waterways of the Historic High Country. Immerse yourself in the history and enjoy the legacies.

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Attractions

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  • Pocket Recreation Area

    The Pocket Recreation Area is named for lying ina low area surrounded by the steep ridges of Horn and Mill Mountains.  colorful Azaleas, Dogwoods, Sourwoods, and Mountain Laureal enhance the area with...

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  • The Big Spring

    The Big Spring is the second largest limestone spring in the South, producing an average of 4 million gallons of water per day and providing water to 10,000 people in Northwest Georgia. It also was the...

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  • Prospect Valley Golf Course

    This is a public golf course with 9 holes and features 2,965 yards of golf from the longest tees for a par of 36.  The course rating is 40.0, and it has a slope rating of 113. Designed by Frank Herring...

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  • Designer Dream Home at American Home Showplace

    Imagine over 3400 square feet of decorated home INSIDE a furniture showroom! The Dream House is fully furnished with the latest in decorating fashion. You'll find it inside the Carpets of Dalton. Free...

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Events

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  • Buchanan Christmas Tour of Homes 2013

    Sponsored by the Buchanan Woman's Club and held Sunday December 11th. 2:00-5:00 pm. Tickets available at the Historic Courthouse in Buchanan on the day of the tour.  $10 donation.    Need more...

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  • A Taste of Carrollton

    The 22nd annual Taste of Carrollton will take place on Adamson Square on Thursday, Sept. 19, 2013, from 5:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. Sample local restaurants' fare, and watch cooking demonstrations and entertainment...

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  • LaFayette Freedom Festival

    Fireworks, family fun, food and fantastic music are the theme Friday, June 28, at this annual festival from 5-11 p.m. at the municipal park on 638 S. Main St. Following the music, fireworks will begin...

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  • 2013 Holiday Show & Sale

    The Blue Ridge Mountains Arts Association's (The Art Center) features the art of over 500 artist members at its Annual Holiday Show & Sale, November 23, 2013 (weekend before Thanksgiving).  Community...

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Places to Stay

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  • Shady Springs Cottage - Blue Ridge

    Creekside cottage,2 bedrooms 1 bath full kitchen living room, small deck over looking the creek. Quiet and peaceful

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  • Holiday Inn Express - Carrollton

    Stay Your Way in Carrollton, GA   Our hotel's convenient Carrollton address, at the intersection of Highways 166 and 27, puts West Georgia's top businesses and attractions right at your doorstep. While...

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  • Golden River, Tallapoosa

    This motel has 12 rooms with both daily and weekly rates available. Motel will accept small pets for a small fee.

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  • Coach Inn - Summerville

    THIS EXTERIOR 2 STORY NEW MOTEL IS OFFER 24 ROOMS WITH ALL FACILITIES, ALL WELL-APPOINTED GUEST ROOMS FUTURE, SMOKING-NON SMOKING ROOMS,HIGH-SPEED INTERNET,FREE CONTINENTAL BREAK-FAST AND SEVERAL SUITES...

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