Natural Attractions

Babbling creeks, breathtaking vistas, stunning wildlife: get back to basics and lose yourself in mother nature's wonderland.

Perched atop the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains, Dillard is truly a nature lover’s playground. Black Rock Mountain State Park is only 3 ½ miles from downtown Dillard and we’re also a convenient 15-minute drive from the Appalachian Trail. Raft wild and scenic rivers, bike to a mountain’s peak or hike to breathtaking vistas – you’ll find it all and more near Dillard.   Check out Rabun County’s Website to explore even more attractions!

This 20-foot cascade, five minutes from downtown Clayton is easliy accessible with a walk up a trail to a bridge at the base of...

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Black Rock Mountain State Park, named for its sheer cliffs of dark-colored biotite gneiss, encompasses some of the most outstanding...

Georgia’s only “Wild and Scenic” – designated river.  Picnic and watch the rafters and paddles test their...

Hiking trails meander through old-grouth timber alsongside a stream tumbling through high boulders. Forest Service Rd 70.  706-754-6221
This waterfall is approximately 60 feet high and makes a sheer drop over a granite mound into the Chattooga River.  Viewing area...

Try this 2021- acre wilderness area for great hiking. Daily. Free. Forest Service Road 646.   706-754-6221
This trail passes Holcomb Creek Falls, which drops and flows over the shoals and Ammons Creek Falls, where there is an observation...

Located in the Chattooga River Ranger district, this scenic vista overlooks the mountains along US 76 west of Clayton.  Picnickig...

Visitors can enjoy picnicking, hiking, boating, swimming and fishing.  Campsites with electrical and water hookups are available....

Campsites, picnic areas and fishing make this spot a mountain favorite. Daily. Call for fees.  Forest Service Road 70.  706-754-6221
This scenic area offers breath-taking views of the mountains, in addition to hiking, ecotourism and wildlife viewing.  Daily....

Fish for trout in the Tallulah River or hike through nearby Coleman River Scenic Area in this secluded section of the Chattooga...

Located in the Chattooga Ranger District, this recreation area has trout fishing, fall color and remote mountain scenery.  campsites...

Enjoy hunting, camping, fishing, hiking, bird-watching, picnicking and trails.  Daily. Free.  Call for camping fees.  Warwoman...

Horseback riding, fishing and hiking.  Daily.  Call for fees. Forest Service Road 157.  706-754-6221