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Rabun County is a vacation destination in
itself, a two week holiday might not be enough. This unique mountain
region is literally tucked away in the northeast corner of North Georgia's
Blue Ridge Mountains. From Rabun Bald's 4,696 foot summit in the county's
furthest northern end to the 650 foot deep Tallulah Gorge at its southern
end, Rabun County is diverse in ways that offer an experience that's
quite unparalleled.
 Near the county line of Towns and Rabun Counties,
on US 76 you'll reach Dick's Gap and a crossing of the Appalachian Trail.
There's a pullover here that I highly recommend. The Appalachian Trail
is world renowned. Beginning at Springer Mountain in North Georgia, this
trail travels over the backbone of the Blue Ridge Mountains in the south,
to the Appalachian Mountains in the north finishing in Maine. This is
a trek of
approximately 2,167 miles. Stopping at this pull over, gives you a hair's
touch and intimate view of this infamous trail. You can park, hike up
to the mountain and then return to your vehicle taking in the opposite
view on your trip back. Or, if you are not up for the hike, just step
out of the car, walk into the forest a few yards, breath in the high
mountain air, feel the tranquility and enjoy a picnic by the trail.
In the northeast corner of Rabun County is
the  Ellicott Rock Wilderness, a restricted wilderness with numerous trails,
waterfalls and the whitewater rapids of the Chattooga National Wild and
Scenic River.
Located in the far northeastern corner of
the state, Rabun County has a unique geographical personality that is
in contrast...as different as east meets west. The most significant difference
is that Rabun County is on the east-side of the Eastern Continental Divide,
where as the rest of North Georgia is on the west-side of the Divide.
Rabun County's chain of lakes descend from
the upper Tallulah Basin into lower Rabun County . The mountain towns
and communities of this county align themselves along a corridor known
as the "Gateway to the Great Smoky Mountains."
Traveling a few miles into Rabun County you'll
come to a very important overlook on the north side of the road. Here
you'll behold stupendous views of mountain ranges and valleys. One of
the unique experiences you'll find at a peaceful overlooks such as this
one, is that the overwhelming beauty is so inspiring, you can't help
but share a few kind words with other folks witnessing the same majestic
wonders.
This is the upper part of the Tallulah Basin.
To look upon its beauty, one would assume that this is untouched, virgin
wilderness...quite the opposite. As far as the eye can see, this land
was completely leveled by the logging industry in the early 1900's. The
US Department of Agriculture obtained this wasteland and re-establish
the wilderness with tree saplings to re-build the forest and stop the
erosion.
Deep within this land of spectacular gorges
and waterfalls is Tate City, located in a high mountain valley. Tate
City is remote, and was difficult to reach in its boom days. It originally
was a mining community, turned logging camp. Today the reclamation of
this region has seen the return of the black bear and some sightings
of cougar. The wealth of Tate City today, is in its solitude and the
lack of population. What was once a thriving center of commerce, has
given way to an isolated community of a few picturesque residential settings
and natural forest lands.
 Continuing east on US 76 for a few miles,
you arrive at the northern shores of Lake Burton. The beautiful sky blue
waters of this secluded mountain lake is its most appealing asset. Lake
Burton. With its 62 miles of shore line, Lake Burton is the uppermost
and largest lake in a series of five lakes along the Tallulah River.
The other lakes flowing south of Lake Burton are Lake Seed, Lake Rabun,
Lake Tallulah and Lake Tugalo. Unlike the mountain lakes on the west
side of the Eastern Continental Divide, which are operated by the Tennessee
Valley Authority, these lakes are operated by the Georgia Power Company.
 The
Georgia Department of Natural Resources formed a partnership with the
Georgia Power Company, to create the Tallulah Gorge State Park. This
state park is along the Tallulah River, just below Lake Tallulah, in
southern Rabun County. The spectacular Tallulah Gorge, or chasm is
two miles long. It has cascading waterfalls and a scenic river, with
class 4-5 whitewater rapids. Its 650 foot deep, sheer granite and tree
lined walls can be viewed from the gorge's rim. For personal safety sake,
and the protection of Tallulah Gorge's delicate state of natural resources,
visitors to the park must obtain a permit from the visitors center, before
hiking into the gorge.
Another boast of Rabun County is Black Rock
Mountain State Park, Georgia's highest state park. Black Rock Mountain
takes its namesake from the sheer cliffs of dark granite. The park stretches
over 3 miles along the spine of the Eastern Continental Divide.
Bartram Trail traverses the back country
and mountain ridges throughout Rabun County's northeastern mountain region,
including Ellicott Rock Wilderness, and into North Carolina.
Yet another noticeable attraction in Rabun
County is Rabun Bald. At 4,696 feet it is less than 100 feet shorter
than Brasstown Bald in Union County making Rabun Bald the second highest
point in North Georgia.
  
Clayton: is
a classically beautiful mountain town, an old rail town with a main street
lined with unique shops, galleries, dining and lodging. The town of Clayton
has done a wonderful job of preserving its architectural heritage, balancing
its older structures splendidly with its more recent development.
Dillard: Settled
in 1794 by a Revolutionary Warrior Vet. Dillard is modest community of
shops, restaurant and lodging.
Mountain City: A
small town just outside of Black Rock Mountain State Park, you'll find
antique and local mountain craft shopping, restaurants, lodging and the
Foxfire Museum.
Tallulah Falls: Located
on the rim of Tallulah Gorge State Park, Tallulah is a true tourist town.
Due to the early popularity of Tallulah Gorge. The village of Tallulah
Falls is a rail stop with several historic building for dinning and shopping.
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Bear Creek Realty, in Dillard - Rabun County, Georgia. At Bear Creek Realty, we enjoy meeting new people and hearing about their dreams. We are licensed in Georgia and North Carolina and specialize in the North Georgia Mountains & Western North Carolina Mountains area. We love it all - creeks, views, woodland, pasture, lakes, get-away cabins, full-time homes, land, investments, etc. |
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 Moving to the mountains 16 years ago, I realized how much I love the change of seasons. Spring is the beginning of hope, renewal. Summer is time to enjoy watching the kids jump in the lake and feel the sun on your shoulders. Fall is time to look again and realize you forgot how beautiful God's creation can be. Winter is a time to cozy up and enjoy a warm fire. What better place to go through my own seasons of life.
When you are ready to go to the next season of your life call me to see why Rabun County might to right for you. |
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Rabun County • North Georgia Mountains
Land for Sale • Developments • Private Communities
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Situated just within the city limits of Clayton, Georgia, Smoky Mountain Village provides the convenience of town living within a private 25 acre park-like setting.
You will find beautiful mountain views, tranquil sunsets, a peaceful nature trail, and a putting/chipping green for outdoor leisure. Lake Burton, Rabun, and Seed call for Fishing and Boating. Neighboring Country Clubs offer championship golf in a mountain setting. You'll also find horseback riding, breath-taking waterfalls, antique shops, art galleries and so much more! |
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Museum and Family Fun
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Visitors to the Foxfire Museum in Mountain City, GA, can imaginatively re-create the works and days of Southern Appalachia in the 1800's.
Foxfire also has a series of books 40 to date on mountain culture, covering every topic you can think of. |
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