Lake Chatuge - Hayesville NC (.25 miles from Sundowner)
Beautiful Lake Chatuge sits nestled between North Carolina and Georgia and offers casual recreation and unmatched vistas to all who visit Clay County. For the serious sportsman, Lake Chatuges' waters are teeming with largemouth bass, crappie and bream, as well as catfish, lake trout and several other species. With over 7,500 acres of open water for boaters and skiers, and miles of shoreline accessable at one of many public boat launches, Lake Chatuge is truly one of the most desirable outdoor recreation sites in the south. For more information on Lake Chatuge, contact the Chamber of Commerce at 1-877-389-3704 or the TVA at 828-837-7395.
Beautiful Lake Chatuge sits nestled between North Carolina and Georgia and offers casual recreation and unmatched vistas to all who visit Clay County. For the serious sportsman, Lake Chatuges' waters are teeming with largemouth bass, crappie and bream, as well as catfish, lake trout and several other species. With over 7,500 acres of open water for boaters and skiers, and miles of shoreline accessable at one of many public boat launches, Lake Chatuge is truly one of the most desirable outdoor recreation sites in the south. For more information on Lake Chatuge, contact the Chamber of Commerce at 1-877-389-3704 or the TVA at 828-837-7395.
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Young Harris Watersports - Young Harris, GA (3 miles from Sundowner)
Young Harris Water Sports (YHW) has been helping our customers get out on the water since 2002. YHW is North Georgia's premier source for world class watercraft rentals & water sports equipment. If you're looking for a fun and exciting day on the lake or to plan your next family vacation, you can count on Young Harris Water Sports to bring you the best customer service and water sports rental equipment. Use Discount Code sundowner to receive a $10 gas voucher. Lake Nottely Fishing Charters (706-994-8649): Jeremy Seabolt, fondly known as "Seabolt" is a native of the North Georgia Mountains here in Blairsville, GA and the owner of Lake Nottely Fishing Charters. Fishing has been a part of his life since he can remember. Seabolt services three lakes in the area - Nottely, Chatuge and Blue Ridge. He tailors the excursion to meet the angling skills of his guests from rookie to expert. Trout Fishing - WNC & N GA has some of the best Trout Fishing in the world. Click on the listing below to find the trout streams in our area: Clay County, NC Trout Streams Cherokee County, NC Trout Streams Georgia Trout Fishing 
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Festivals/Music and more in 4 County Area (All within 15 miles of Sundowner:Click on the County to visit the chamber websites to see what events are on each months calendars.
Clay County Events (Hayesville, NC) Cherokee County Events (Murphy, NC) Towns County Events (Hiawassee, GA) Union County Events (Blairsville, GA) Don't miss the concert series in the Summer: Hayesville offers free Friday Night Concerts on the Square at 7:00 pm Hiawassee offers free Saturday Night Concert on the Green at 6:30 |
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John C Campbell Folk School - Brasstown, NC: (15 miles from Sundowner)
Experience a fun and relaxing learning vacation. The Folk School offers weeklong and weekend classes year-round in traditional and contemporary arts and crafts, music, dance, cooking, nature studies, photography, storytelling, and writing. Nestled in the North Carolina mountains on 300 acres, the Folk School has 16 studios, on-campus housing, a dining hall, History Center, Craft Shop, and nature trails, including Rivercane Walk—a creekside trail that includes art honoring the Cherokee history of the region. Inspired photography on the trail above the Festival Barn to the Blacksmith Studio by Nancy Hoffman
Experience a fun and relaxing learning vacation. The Folk School offers weeklong and weekend classes year-round in traditional and contemporary arts and crafts, music, dance, cooking, nature studies, photography, storytelling, and writing. Nestled in the North Carolina mountains on 300 acres, the Folk School has 16 studios, on-campus housing, a dining hall, History Center, Craft Shop, and nature trails, including Rivercane Walk—a creekside trail that includes art honoring the Cherokee history of the region. Inspired photography on the trail above the Festival Barn to the Blacksmith Studio by Nancy Hoffman
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William Holland School of Lapidary Arts - Young Harris, GA (6 miles from Sundowner)
The William Holland School of Lapidary Arts was founded in 1983 by Harold and Mary Lou Sparks as a non-profit organization devoted to providing quality Lapidary, Earth Science, and Jewelry Making classes to the widest range of students possible. To our knowledge, we are the only independent school devoted to these crafts whose instructor base is entirely volunteers.
The William Holland School of Lapidary Arts was founded in 1983 by Harold and Mary Lou Sparks as a non-profit organization devoted to providing quality Lapidary, Earth Science, and Jewelry Making classes to the widest range of students possible. To our knowledge, we are the only independent school devoted to these crafts whose instructor base is entirely volunteers.
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Mountain Regional Arts & Crafts Guild - Artworks Artisan 232 B Chatuge Way, Hiawassee, GA 30546
706-896-0932
Fine Art & Handmade Crafts - Jewelry, Stained Glass, Pottery, Gourds, Painted Wood & Glass, Oils, Photography, Pastels, Acrilics, Baskets, Carvings, Fiber Art, Furniture ~ MADE BY LOCAL ARTISANS. Children and adult classes, day and evening, taught by well known instructors.The Guild operated ArtWorks store provides a year-round venue for the public to view and purchase the highest quality art and craft work created by local guild members.
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Fine Art & Handmade Crafts - Jewelry, Stained Glass, Pottery, Gourds, Painted Wood & Glass, Oils, Photography, Pastels, Acrilics, Baskets, Carvings, Fiber Art, Furniture ~ MADE BY LOCAL ARTISANS. Children and adult classes, day and evening, taught by well known instructors.The Guild operated ArtWorks store provides a year-round venue for the public to view and purchase the highest quality art and craft work created by local guild members.
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Goldhagen Studios - 7 Goldhagen Studio Drive, Hayesville, NC 28904 828-389-8847
David Goldhagen’s sculptural forms and massive handblown glass platters are distinguished by his unique style. His painterly approach to art glass marries bold colors to brilliant, clear crystal in a clean, modern style.
His work may be found in the permanent collections of numerous corporations, museums and foundations, including the following: Coca-Cola, Merrill Lynch, The Cerebral Palsy Foundation, Walt Disney, The North Carolina Museum of History, NC State University, City of Winter Park Public Library, Asheville Art Museum, Tucson Museum of Art, Albany Museum of Art, Philips Arena, Atlanta.
We invite you to watch from the viewing balcony the fascinating art of glassblowing as David uses ancient techniques to create contemporary sculptures. Check our website for our "Hot Summer Nights" performances.
David Goldhagen’s sculptural forms and massive handblown glass platters are distinguished by his unique style. His painterly approach to art glass marries bold colors to brilliant, clear crystal in a clean, modern style.
His work may be found in the permanent collections of numerous corporations, museums and foundations, including the following: Coca-Cola, Merrill Lynch, The Cerebral Palsy Foundation, Walt Disney, The North Carolina Museum of History, NC State University, City of Winter Park Public Library, Asheville Art Museum, Tucson Museum of Art, Albany Museum of Art, Philips Arena, Atlanta.
We invite you to watch from the viewing balcony the fascinating art of glassblowing as David uses ancient techniques to create contemporary sculptures. Check our website for our "Hot Summer Nights" performances.
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GOLF COURSES CLOSE TO SUNDOWNER:
Chatuge Shores Golf Course – Hayesville, NC (.8 mile from Sundowner w/ 5 other courses no more than 15 miles away)
Located on the shores of Lake Chatuge, tucked away in the beautiful NC mountains, Chatuge Shores is a semi-private facility offering one of the best golf experiences in the area. Meausring at 6,498 yards from back tee, the course is a challenge for playing at all experience levels. This course offers other amenities like a driving ranges, fully stocked pro shop, putting greens, swimming pool, tennis courts and the Greenside Grill.
Other Courses near Sundowner (Click on the Logo to go to website)
Chatuge Shores Golf Course – Hayesville, NC (.8 mile from Sundowner w/ 5 other courses no more than 15 miles away)
Located on the shores of Lake Chatuge, tucked away in the beautiful NC mountains, Chatuge Shores is a semi-private facility offering one of the best golf experiences in the area. Meausring at 6,498 yards from back tee, the course is a challenge for playing at all experience levels. This course offers other amenities like a driving ranges, fully stocked pro shop, putting greens, swimming pool, tennis courts and the Greenside Grill.
Other Courses near Sundowner (Click on the Logo to go to website)
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Georgia Mountain Fairgrounds – Hiawassee, GA (8 miles from Sundowner)
The Georgia Mountain Fairgrounds plays host to several popular annual events including the Georgia Mountain Fair, the Superstar Concert Series, the Georgia Mountain Fall Festival and Georgia’s Official State Fiddler’s Convention.
The Georgia Mountain Fairgrounds are located along the shores of beautiful Lake Chatuge in the north Georgia mountain community of Hiawassee and is only two hours from Atlanta, Greenville, Asheville and Chattanooga. The Fairgrounds offer a wide-variety of unique venues.
The Georgia Mountain Fairgrounds plays host to several popular annual events including the Georgia Mountain Fair, the Superstar Concert Series, the Georgia Mountain Fall Festival and Georgia’s Official State Fiddler’s Convention.
The Georgia Mountain Fairgrounds are located along the shores of beautiful Lake Chatuge in the north Georgia mountain community of Hiawassee and is only two hours from Atlanta, Greenville, Asheville and Chattanooga. The Fairgrounds offer a wide-variety of unique venues.
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Alpine Helen – Helen, GA (29 miles from Sundowner)
Nestled in the Blue Ridge Mountains on the Chattahoochee River, this Northeast Georgia village has a rich history linked to the Cherokee Indians and Indian burial mounds as well as early settlers who arrived to mine for gold and cut virgin timber for a thriving lumber industry in the early 1900s. Helen is a re-creation of an alpine village complete with cobblestone alleys and old-world towers. We've got shopping, restaurants, mountains, theater, recreation, beautiful scenery, family activities, waterfalls, museums, history, art, fishing, tubing, golf, and more. Something for every member of the family.
Nestled in the Blue Ridge Mountains on the Chattahoochee River, this Northeast Georgia village has a rich history linked to the Cherokee Indians and Indian burial mounds as well as early settlers who arrived to mine for gold and cut virgin timber for a thriving lumber industry in the early 1900s. Helen is a re-creation of an alpine village complete with cobblestone alleys and old-world towers. We've got shopping, restaurants, mountains, theater, recreation, beautiful scenery, family activities, waterfalls, museums, history, art, fishing, tubing, golf, and more. Something for every member of the family.
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Harrah's Casinos Murphy, NC (15 miles from Sundowner) Cherokee, NC (70 miles from Sundowner) Harrah's offers gaming enthusiasts with table games, video poker, slots as well as world class entertainment and dining options tailored to every palette. |
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Ga Mountain Pickleball - Hiawassee
Mountain Lakes Pickleball - Hayesville
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Pickleball is a paddle sport (similar to a racquet sport) that combines elements of badminton, tennis, and table tennis.[2] Two or four players use solid paddles made of wood or composite materials to hit a perforated polymer ball, similar to a wiffle ball , over a net. The sport shares features of other racquet sports, the dimensions and layout of a badminton court, and a net and rules somewhat similar to tennis, with several modifications. Pickleball was invented in the mid 1960s as a children's backyard pastime but has become one of America's most popular growing sports among all ages.
WNC is fortunate to have very active Pickleball leagues that teach new players and provide very competitive matches with the most experienced players. Click on the pictures to the left to visit the websites of the Hayesville League and the Hiawassee League. |
Appalachian Trail - click above to visit website
Appalachian Trail - Trailhead at Springer Mountain, GA (17 miles from Sundowner)
AT is a marked hiking trail in the eastern United States extending between Springer Mountain in Georgia and Mount Katahdin in Maine.[1] The precise length of the trail changes over time as trails are modified or rerouted. The total length is approximately 2,200 miles (3,500 km)[a]. The trail passes through the states of Georgia, North Carolina, Tennessee, Virginia, West Virginia, Maryland, Pennsylvania, New Jersey, New York, Connecticut, Massachusetts, Vermont, New Hampshire, and Maine. The path is maintained by 30 trail clubs and multiple partnerships,[2] and managed by the National Park Service and the nonprofit Appalachian Trail Conservancy.[3][4] The majority of the trail is in wilderness, although some portions traverse towns, roads and cross rivers. Click on images below to be visit the websites to get directions and trail maps for hiking in WNC and N GA.
AT is a marked hiking trail in the eastern United States extending between Springer Mountain in Georgia and Mount Katahdin in Maine.[1] The precise length of the trail changes over time as trails are modified or rerouted. The total length is approximately 2,200 miles (3,500 km)[a]. The trail passes through the states of Georgia, North Carolina, Tennessee, Virginia, West Virginia, Maryland, Pennsylvania, New Jersey, New York, Connecticut, Massachusetts, Vermont, New Hampshire, and Maine. The path is maintained by 30 trail clubs and multiple partnerships,[2] and managed by the National Park Service and the nonprofit Appalachian Trail Conservancy.[3][4] The majority of the trail is in wilderness, although some portions traverse towns, roads and cross rivers. Click on images below to be visit the websites to get directions and trail maps for hiking in WNC and N GA.
Pickens Nose Trail -
Best Hikes in Western North Carolina
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Panther Creek Trail - Best Hikes in N. Georgia
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Jackrabbit Mountain Bike and Hiking Trail Project:
Since 2003, SABA has been collaborating with the USFS and the Clay County Communities Revitalization Association to develop a trail system off of Jackrabbit Road in Clay County, NC. This is located on a peninsula on beautiful Lake Chatuge, on the NC/GA border.
Close to 15 miles of machine constructed singletrack trails are complete and based on a stacked-loop design. The 3.1 mile Central Loop is the "core" trail that all other optional trails are connected. Many of the trails border Lake Chatuge, while others meander through the woods or ridge-top.
These trails were specifically designed to appeal to all skill levels, beginner to advanced. It remains a work-in-progress, with signage, maps, parking lot facilities (pavilion/restrooms/information board) being planned, along with optional technical trail features (TTF's).
Since 2003, SABA has been collaborating with the USFS and the Clay County Communities Revitalization Association to develop a trail system off of Jackrabbit Road in Clay County, NC. This is located on a peninsula on beautiful Lake Chatuge, on the NC/GA border.
Close to 15 miles of machine constructed singletrack trails are complete and based on a stacked-loop design. The 3.1 mile Central Loop is the "core" trail that all other optional trails are connected. Many of the trails border Lake Chatuge, while others meander through the woods or ridge-top.
These trails were specifically designed to appeal to all skill levels, beginner to advanced. It remains a work-in-progress, with signage, maps, parking lot facilities (pavilion/restrooms/information board) being planned, along with optional technical trail features (TTF's).
Waterfalls (Sundowner has a map of all the backroads and additional waterfalls, inquire upon arrival):
Anna Ruby Falls (.4 miles in length) Two creeks, Curtis and York climax their run down the steep slopes of Tray Mountain in twin waterfalls. Curtis Creek falling 153’ and York Creek dropping 50’. The two waterfalls jointly are called Anna Ruby Falls, named after the only daughter of James H. “Captain” Nicols, retired Colonel of the Civil War who settled in the Nacoochee Valley in 1870. The Anna Ruby Falls Trail, is paved, but relatively steep with benches located along the trail for those who want to sit and rest or just enjoy the scenic beauty of the area. At the base of the falls, an observation deck offers a beautiful view of the twin falls.
Directions: From Sundowner, South on NC 69, left onto Hwy76 E, through town, turn right onto GA75 South toward Helen. You will cross over the Appalachian Trail. Almost to Helen, turn left on GA356 for 1.5 miles, then go left at the entrance road to the falls. (This is a fee area, but there are bathrooms, a visitor center, a nature trail for the blind and gift shop).
Directions: From Sundowner, South on NC 69, left onto Hwy76 E, through town, turn right onto GA75 South toward Helen. You will cross over the Appalachian Trail. Almost to Helen, turn left on GA356 for 1.5 miles, then go left at the entrance road to the falls. (This is a fee area, but there are bathrooms, a visitor center, a nature trail for the blind and gift shop).
Blood Mountain Falls & Falls on Waters Creek This beautiful waterfall is located on Blood Mountain Stream. The stream flows almost 20’ through a rock cut, creating a churning sluice of water.
Directions: From Sundowner, South on NC69, take Hwy76 West toward Blairsville, in Blairsville take Hwy 129 South to Turner’s Corner (Hwy. 19/129), go west on Hwy19 approximately 1/2 mile to Waters Creek Recreation Area. Turn right and travel approximately 2.8 miles and park in the lot to the right. Across the road is a path to the viewing area.
Directions: From Sundowner, South on NC69, take Hwy76 West toward Blairsville, in Blairsville take Hwy 129 South to Turner’s Corner (Hwy. 19/129), go west on Hwy19 approximately 1/2 mile to Waters Creek Recreation Area. Turn right and travel approximately 2.8 miles and park in the lot to the right. Across the road is a path to the viewing area.
Cupid Falls, Young Harris — Very Easy: You hardly need to get out of the car, just a short easy walk...picnic table.
Directions: From Sundowner, South on NC 60, take Hwy 76 W to Maple St. turn left (at corner of Mayor’s Park) thru YHC Campus to Thomastown Road. Falls on left.
Directions: From Sundowner, South on NC 60, take Hwy 76 W to Maple St. turn left (at corner of Mayor’s Park) thru YHC Campus to Thomastown Road. Falls on left.
Dukes Creek Falls (.8 mile in length) Dukes Creek Trail winds its way into Dukes Creek Gorge where it dead ends across from the 300’ Dukes Creek Falls. The area offers scenic beauty and excellent gold panning opportunities.
Directions: From Sundowner, South on NC 69, Hwy 76 East through town, turn right onto GA75 South toward Helen. Almost to Helen, turn right onto GA 356 (75 Alternate) and go 2.3 miles to the Richard Russell Scenic Byway. Turn right onto it and go two miles to the Dukes Creek Falls Recreation Area on your left.
Directions: From Sundowner, South on NC 69, Hwy 76 East through town, turn right onto GA75 South toward Helen. Almost to Helen, turn right onto GA 356 (75 Alternate) and go 2.3 miles to the Richard Russell Scenic Byway. Turn right onto it and go two miles to the Dukes Creek Falls Recreation Area on your left.
Helton Creek Falls (.3 mile in length– moderate) Helton Creek Falls Trail follows Helton Creek to two waterfalls. The trail accesses the lower falls at both the bottom and top of the falls and ends at the bottom of the upper falls. The total vertical drop is more than 100’ and the rocks are deceptively slippery around these falls-exercise caution.
Directions: From Sundowner, South on NC 69, take Hwy 76 W toward Blairsville, in Blairsville take Hwy 129 South for 11 miles. Turn left on the first gravel road past the entrance to Vogel State Park. Go 2.2 miles to a small pullout parking area and the trailhead will be on the right.
Directions: From Sundowner, South on NC 69, take Hwy 76 W toward Blairsville, in Blairsville take Hwy 129 South for 11 miles. Turn left on the first gravel road past the entrance to Vogel State Park. Go 2.2 miles to a small pullout parking area and the trailhead will be on the right.
High Shoals Falls (1.2 miles in length-moderate) These falls have a succession of five waterfalls and have an estimated total vertical drop of 300’. They are located in a 170 acre scenic area. The High Shoals Trail follows along High Shoals Creek to observation decks beside two of the five streams cascading in the High Shoals Scenic Area. Please stay on the trails and observations decks.
Directions: From Sundowner, South on NC 69, take Hwy 76 East through town, turn right onto GA 75 South toward Helen, pass the turn for Brasstown Bald, look on your left for the High Shoals sign, you are turning onto F. S, Road 283. Go 1.5 miles on this road to the High Shoals Scenic Area for parking.
Directions: From Sundowner, South on NC 69, take Hwy 76 East through town, turn right onto GA 75 South toward Helen, pass the turn for Brasstown Bald, look on your left for the High Shoals sign, you are turning onto F. S, Road 283. Go 1.5 miles on this road to the High Shoals Scenic Area for parking.
Horse Trough Falls (.4 mile in length– easy) The beautiful Horse Trough Falls has an excellent trail for novice hikers.
Directions: From Sundowner, South on NC 69, Hwy 76 East through town, turn right onto GA 75 South toward Helen to Unicoi Gap , Turn right onto F.S. Road 44 (Wilkes Creek Road). Go 0.2 mile, ford the stream and follow colored blazes on trees.
Raven Cliff Falls (2.5 miles in length) These falls are one of the most unusual in the North Georgia area because the water flows through a split in the face of a solid rock outcropping to the ground 100’ below. Behind the split, the water drops approximately 60’ and then rushes through the rock face and drops 20’ into a deep pool. The water then cascades 20 more feet to Dodd Creek. Three other waterfalls can be found on Dodd Creek– the largest is downstream from Raven Cliff Falls and measures 70’. The area offers excellent opportunities for day-hiking, however, there are no facilities of any type provided. Visitors are encouraged to exercise extreme caution in this undeveloped area.
Directions: From the Sundowner, South on NC 69, Hwy 76 East through town, turn right onto GA 75 South toward Helen. Almost to Helen, turn right onto GA 356 (75 Alternate) and go 2.3 miles to the Richard Russell Scenic Byway. Turn right onto it and go 2.8 miles to the trailhead and parking area.
Directions: From the Sundowner, South on NC 69, Hwy 76 East through town, turn right onto GA 75 South toward Helen. Almost to Helen, turn right onto GA 356 (75 Alternate) and go 2.3 miles to the Richard Russell Scenic Byway. Turn right onto it and go 2.8 miles to the trailhead and parking area.
Fall Foliage Map
Fall is a great time to visit the Mountains. This interactive map allows you to schedule your visit to enjoy peak leaf season. October is our busiest month so schedule early or plan your visit around the first week in November to view the beautiful leaves. Click on the map to be taken to an interactive map of the nations Fall Foliage progression.
Fall is a great time to visit the Mountains. This interactive map allows you to schedule your visit to enjoy peak leaf season. October is our busiest month so schedule early or plan your visit around the first week in November to view the beautiful leaves. Click on the map to be taken to an interactive map of the nations Fall Foliage progression.
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Rockcrusher Farm - Hayesville, NC (.5 miles from Sundowner)
Rockcrusher Farm is situated on over 560 acres in Georgia and North Carolina. This property is just beginning it’s development and currently offers a MX Track, Mini Track and a Woodland Track for Off Road Motorcycles, and ATVs. They currently hold racing events but look to develop this property into a working farm with livestock as well as rustic camping and seasonal festivals/concerts.
Rockcrusher Farm is situated on over 560 acres in Georgia and North Carolina. This property is just beginning it’s development and currently offers a MX Track, Mini Track and a Woodland Track for Off Road Motorcycles, and ATVs. They currently hold racing events but look to develop this property into a working farm with livestock as well as rustic camping and seasonal festivals/concerts.
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Tri-County Race Track - Brasstown, NC (19 miles from Sundowner) is a 1/4 mile long dirt/clay track located in Brasstown, North Carolina. Tri-County Race Track is the Saturday night place to be in the Tri-State area. It brings the best in southern dirt track racing to the area every Saturday night. Mini Stock, Street Stock and Modified Street, Sportsman, Crate Late Model and Super Late Models are the six classes that race weekly.
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SCENIC DRIVES NEAR SUNDOWNER RV VILLAGE ( Click on this title to see more maps of local scenic drives):
Tail of the Dragon – Deals Gap, NC (a little over an hour drive from Sundowner on more fun roads)
The Dragon offers 318 curves in 11 miles, is America's number one motorcycle and sports car road. The nearby CHEROHALA SKYWAY is quickly becoming number two with its remote 60 miles of scenic mountain highway. The area also has other incredible roads like the MOONSHINER 28, DEVILS TRIANGLE, THE DIAMONDBACK, SIX GAP NORTH GEORGIA, THE SNAKE and GREAT FOREST SERVICE DUAL SPORT RIDING.
Tail of the Dragon – Deals Gap, NC (a little over an hour drive from Sundowner on more fun roads)
The Dragon offers 318 curves in 11 miles, is America's number one motorcycle and sports car road. The nearby CHEROHALA SKYWAY is quickly becoming number two with its remote 60 miles of scenic mountain highway. The area also has other incredible roads like the MOONSHINER 28, DEVILS TRIANGLE, THE DIAMONDBACK, SIX GAP NORTH GEORGIA, THE SNAKE and GREAT FOREST SERVICE DUAL SPORT RIDING.
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Historic Tapoco Lodge - Robbinsville, NC
When you visit the Tail of the Dragon plan on eating at the Lodge. Tapoco Tavern offers incredible outside dining experiences adjacent to the world famous Cheoah River. Indoor and private room options for groups also available.
When you visit the Tail of the Dragon plan on eating at the Lodge. Tapoco Tavern offers incredible outside dining experiences adjacent to the world famous Cheoah River. Indoor and private room options for groups also available.
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The Gauntlet – North Georgia Mountains (10 miles to start the ride)
Like medieval knights there is chivalry, a sense of pride and the conception of honor in accepting a challenge that requires individual training and exceptional skills. The Gauntlet offers motorcyclists and sports car owners 133 miles of scenic roads and overlooks with curves and twists not on your GPS. Ride the roads the locals ride. The Gauntlet will take you 4,784 feet above mean sea level to the highest point in Georgia with views of "forest clouds" and several states on a clear day. We made sure the journey is as good as the ride with refreshing rest stops along the way. It's not a race of speed, but of skill in maneuvering through some of the most exciting roads in the Country.
Like medieval knights there is chivalry, a sense of pride and the conception of honor in accepting a challenge that requires individual training and exceptional skills. The Gauntlet offers motorcyclists and sports car owners 133 miles of scenic roads and overlooks with curves and twists not on your GPS. Ride the roads the locals ride. The Gauntlet will take you 4,784 feet above mean sea level to the highest point in Georgia with views of "forest clouds" and several states on a clear day. We made sure the journey is as good as the ride with refreshing rest stops along the way. It's not a race of speed, but of skill in maneuvering through some of the most exciting roads in the Country.
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Cherohala Skyway: The skyway crosses through the Cherokee National Forest in Tennessee and the Nantahala National Forest in North Carolina. The name “Cherohala” comes from the names of the two National Forests: “Chero” from the Cherokee and “hala” from the Nantahala. The Cherohala Skyway is located in southeast Tennessee and southwest North Carolina. The Skyway connects Tellico Plains, Tennessee, with Robbinsville, North Carolina, and is about 40+ miles long. The Cherohala Skyway is a wide, paved 2-laned road with elevations that range from 900 feet above sea level at the Tellico River in Tennessee to over 5400 feet above sea level at the Tennessee-North Carolina state line at Haw Knob. Don't forget your picnic lunch to enjoy as you overlook these breath taking views.
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Scenic Views Close to Sundowner:
Bell Mountain (15 miles from Sundowner) Overlooks lake Chatuge, Hiawassee & Hayesville. (Directions - Travel South on NC 69, Turn left at light onto US 76E, Travel 6.04 miles through Hiawassee. Take left of Shake Rag Rd and travel to the end) Bald Mountain State Park (20 miles from Sundowner) This is the highest point in Georgia overlooks 4 states and has a museum about local mountain living. (Directions on website) |
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Wine Trails: Explore all the local Wineries, Vineyards, and attractions that make our area an exceptional place to travel and reside.
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MICRO-BREWERIES: Craft Brewers have succeeded in establishing high levels of quality, consistency and innovation, expanding the minds of the beer consumers and creating the most diverse brewing culture in the world. While craft brewers only had four percent of the U.S. beer sales in 2008, there is a tremendous upside for beer drinkers and craft brewers.
The number of craft brewers has gone from eight in 1980, to 537 in 1994, to over 6,000 in 2018. The number of breweries in planning is skyrocketing. The Microbrewing Revolution has hit the WNC Mountains and here are just a few that are close by Sundowner RV Village (Click on Logo to visit their websites):
The number of craft brewers has gone from eight in 1980, to 537 in 1994, to over 6,000 in 2018. The number of breweries in planning is skyrocketing. The Microbrewing Revolution has hit the WNC Mountains and here are just a few that are close by Sundowner RV Village (Click on Logo to visit their websites):
Fields Of The Wood Bible Park Murphy, NC
Welcome to what DiscoverTheSmokies.com proclaims as the 2003 NUMBER ONE FAMILY ATTRACTION IN THE ENTIRE SMOKIES AREA - the Fields Of The Wood Bible Park, where God's Word is PROUDLY displayed amidst all God's creations. The park is open year round from sunrise to sunset. and is FREE to all who enter the arch For more information click on the picture of the 10 commandments and you will be taken to the website.
Welcome to what DiscoverTheSmokies.com proclaims as the 2003 NUMBER ONE FAMILY ATTRACTION IN THE ENTIRE SMOKIES AREA - the Fields Of The Wood Bible Park, where God's Word is PROUDLY displayed amidst all God's creations. The park is open year round from sunrise to sunset. and is FREE to all who enter the arch For more information click on the picture of the 10 commandments and you will be taken to the website.
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Cinema/Theater in the area: The WNC Mountains have much to offer when it comes to Musical Performances, Movies and Quality Local Theater. Click on the image below to visit the websites to see what performances are currently available:
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O. Wayne Rollins Planetarium (click on name to visit website) :
Maxwell Center;Young Harris College Young Harris, GA 30582 (706) 379-5195 (2.5 miles from Sundowner) The O. Wayne Rollins Planetarium opened in 1979 through the philanthropy of Wayne and Grace Rollins. This unique space features a state-of-the-art GOTO Chronos Space Simulator star projector, with high-speed, computer-calculated positioning, a simple click of a mouse sets the sky for any time in the past, present or future. Renovated in 2011 with comfortable seating for 104 under a 40-foot-diameter dome, Rollins Planetarium offers public shows and educational opportunities for school groups throughout the year. Rollins Planetarium is located in the Maxwell Center on the campus of Young Harris College. Visit the website to see a schedule of the shows. |
Area Antiques
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BLAIRSVILLE, GA
Appalachian Treasures - 553 Blue Ridge St - 706-745-8856 Black & White Antiques - 23 Dyer Ridge - 706-400-7091 Blairsville Antiques - 533 Blue Ridge St - 706-994-1673 Blueberry Collections - 113 Town Creek School Rd - 706-835-2211 Fran-Tiques - 110 Gainesville Hwy - 706-745-1705 Mason's Treasure - 1828 Blue Ridge Hwy - 706-835-2219 Woodpecker Country Collectibles - 5934 Hwy 515 E - 706-379-1415 |
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CLAYTON, GA
Angelica Antiques - 539 Hwy 441 S -706-782-9951 Black Bear Creek - Hwy 76 W - 706-782-2829 Wagon Wheel - 231 Hwy 441 S - 7706-561-5486 |
HAYESVILLE, NC & YOUNG HARRIS, GA
Molly & Me - 892 Hwy 64 W, Hayesville - 828-389-3364 Ole Cupboatd Antiques - 818 Hwy 64 E, Hayesville - 828-389-4281 Mountain Creek Antique Mall - 1604 GA 515, YH - 706-896-5543 |
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HIAWASSEE, GA
Hiawassee Antique Mall - 460 N Main St - 706-896-0587 Lakeview Vintage Market - 325 Big Sky Drive - 706-896-2541 Mountain Creek Antique 1604 Hwy 17 - 706-896-5543 Sunflowers on Main St - 695 N. Main St - 706-896-5508 Yesterday Antiques - 4719 Arrowhead Rd - 706-896-2273 |
MURPHY, NC & TOPTON, NC
American Spirit Antiques - 5624 Hwy 64 W, Murphy - 828-837-7702 Marketplace Antiques - 41 Peachtree St , Murphy - 828-837-1060 Red Door Antiques - 618 Hill St, Murphy - 828-837-4226 Stuff-Tiques Antique Mall - 41 Peachtree St, Murphy - 828-835-9296 Silver Star - 511 US Hwy 19, Topton - 828-3221-4268 |
