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“One of the world’s last great places—a destination of a lifetime.”

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Heads up out there

Hikers

SAFETY TIPS Helpful info for hikers to ensure visitors have a safe and wonderful experience when visiting the area.
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It's fruit season!

Local Orchards

LONG CREEK & MOUNTAIN REST Growers have peaches, blueberries, grapes and more; apples will be ready closer to September.
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Yellow Branch Falls

Overcrowded

US FOREST SERVICE encourages people to visit other places due to limited parking and lack of room to social distance on trail and at the falls.

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Come out and play!

Lakes, Rivers, Waterfalls

WE'RE A SHORT DRIVE from major southern cities. Social distance this summer in a place where you can be happy being free in the great outdoors!
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Summertime

Fun Activities

DELIGHTFUL DAYS No matter what you choose to do you'll make memories together!
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Whitewater Rafting

Chattooga River

OUTFITTERS & PRIVATE TRIPS Either way you go down river is a super way to spend a summer day in an amazing place!

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