This historical marker is located near the railroad tracks in downtown Ballground. If you copy and…read morepaste this code 866Q8JQF+3J onto your google map it will pinpoint the exact location for you. The historical marker reads as the following BATTLE OF TALIWA Two and one-half miles to the east, near the confluence of Long-Swamp Creek and the Etowah River, is the traditional site of Taliwa, scene of the fiercest and most decisive battle in the long war of the 1740's and 50's between the Cherokee and Creek Indians. There, about 1755, the great Cherokee war-chief, Oconostota, led 500 of his warriors to victory over a larger band of Creeks. So complete was the defeat that the Creeks retreated south of the Chattahoochee River, leaving to their opponents the region later to become the heart of the ill-fated Cherokee Nation. 028-1 GEORGIA HISTORICAL COMMISSION 1953 If you're by the area...hope you'll see it. If you blink you'll miss it as I did about a million times....

The city of Ball Ground is a small town about 2000 people or so North of Atlanta. The land the city…read moreis on was once owned by the Cherokee people and they used it to play a stickball game that is similar to modern day lacrosse. The town was one of the stops on the Louisville & Nashville Railroad line. It is also marble rich and provided marble that built the Minnesota State capitol in the early 20th century. This beautiful city hall is not just a government building but also has a scenic gardens with nature trails around the place. The area is popular with the locals and at any given time there are people there walking their pets and or people taking leisurely walks....and because it's a small town you can bet the folks that work here are friendly too... its a nice change of pace....

This is a perfect location for a photoshoot! The parking can be a bit challenging but once you find…read morea spot, you will be able to enjoy the grounds. The bridge and river were picturesque. The waterfall was a popular place to be, as families swam, picnicked, and soaked their feet in the water. It was beyond crowded, so it might help to get there earlier. If you have anyone elderly or injured, you may want to be mindful of the steep hills leading to and from the waterfall- assistance might be needed. A nice place to have a family outing.

Beautiful park, very peaceful. The water is clear and very zen place to be. Many families and hikersread more

AHHHHHHHHHH ..... ‍‍!!!! Met up for a group hike and this trail did NOT disappoint. Even on a…read morecloudy morning, the trail was well populated. And even after a heavy rain, the hike was manageable and not too muddy. 10/10 for sure in regards to incline, views and doability.

Love the hike here to the Indian Seats! There is a full 3.5 mile loop, but to get to the Indian…read moreseats it's just a quick 1.5 miles. Such a beautiful but short little hike up, and the trail itself is very wide and accommodating to a lot of foot traffic. It does get a bit busy on weekends, but still worth it! The only downside is that because it is preserved, dogs are not permitted and could lead to a fine. Definitely friendly for littles and families, but you should obviously be cautious as you get to the top by the rocks and seats. There is also a nice fenced deck/pavilion that you can hangout on and enjoy a break during your hike.

Came to Brasstown Bald Observation Tower for the views and it was a sight to see! It's not everyday…read more(at least where I live) that you can stand in such a high place and be able to see mountains spanning across 4 different states. The entry fee was 8 per adult (kids are free) which also includes a van ride to the overlook. Or you can choose to hike which wasn't a long hike but steep from what I saw. A must do for anyone visiting the area! Ohh... and make sure you watch the little movie at the top, it's very cool to see how one place is its own little world in different seasons and the history behind the place.

The current Brasstown Bald observation tower was built in 1965, replacing an earlier stone tower…read morethat was constructed by the Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) in 1935. The original 1935 stone tower was torn down in 1947 and replaced with a steel tower before the current structure was built - we'll folks looks like it's time to build another tower this one is in a state of disrepair. I came here to observe 4 states from the highest point in Georgia, but apparently the observation tower is in such bad shape that it is now closed to the public and your adventure will end after climbing a few flights of stairs ending at the base of the observation deck yeah there's a view from the lower level but in my opinion not worth the price of admission. Thankfully there's a shuttle van that takes you from the parking lot level to the top it runs about ever 10 minutes, our driver was very friendly and tried his best to entertain us during the short drive to the top but there's not much to say - the museum at the top is okay and takes about 2 minutes to tour it then time you walk the lower deck and wait for the shuttle back down - I purchased a refrigerator magnet for the RV from the gift shop and headed for the truck. I guess I am fortunate that I came and saw this, although it was never on my bucket list, I'm still trying to figure out why there's an old train engine in the museum it's quite the anachronism...

Every year my son plans a family getaway to the hills of North Georgia. Last year, Dahlonega…read more This year, Jasper. Both close to Amicalola Falls. This state park is ideal for trail walking. Pet walks. And making the trek to the top of the falls. Did I make that hike? Hell no. I'm not crazy. (But many do make the ascent). But you can drive to lookout points in the midpoint and top of the falls. At the base, the visitors center has a "birds of prey" view program and I can't give it enough praise. Barn owls, screech owls, great horned owls, and baard owl. Toss in a few hawks and you learn a ton of info about the birds. At the top of the falls is a resort and restaurant where we had lunch. No menu, just hit the buffet. A decent salad selection. Then move on to soups, Mac & cheese, greens, pulled pork, fried fish & hush puppies. For desert choose from lemon meringue, chocolate cream and pumpkin pie. The food was good. Service, admittedly on New Years Day, was spotty. Too few people working led to short delays in restocking the buffet and servers bringing beverages. None of which diminished an enjoyable meal. If you or your family enjoy the great outdoors, this state park should be on your "must visit" list.

The falls were beautiful. The only problem that we had was there was nothing on the website or All…read moreTrails, or any signage that once you get to the stairs, they are grated. We took our dogs, but they couldn't walk up on the stairs, so we had to turn around. If we knew the stairs were grated, we would have left them at home.

Atlanta Olympic rings is a sculpture of the iconic Olympic logo to help represent the fact that…read moreAtlanta hosted the 1996 summer Olympics. Located at the entrance of the famed centennial Olympic park in downtown Atlanta. Very popular photo op and a symbol that has become universally known as the Olympics is celebrated everywhere in the world. The entire park features all kinds of callback and tributes to the Olympics held in Atlanta so having the rings was a no brainer I imagine. Overall very cool and fun site and photo op to check out when visiting that very popular portion of the city of Atlanta.

Can't go wrong with the Olympic rings. Atlanta had the Olympics and 96 there and they are still…read moreshowing everything about it and representing like it's 1996. But the Olympic rings were cool to see check out take pictures with it's a really nice Olympic Park also

The city of Blairsville was perfect for our little mountain getaway!…read more Blairsville or "City of Mountains" is located in North Georgia (Union County) near Chattahoochee National Forest, and Vogel State Park. There's so much fun stuff to do around here such as renting a cabin, hiking, camping, fishing, paddle boating and so much more. Some of the places we visited while staying here: - Blairsville Downtown - Sleepy Hollow Enterprises - Vogel State Park - Helton Creek Falls - Blairsville Seafood Market "Mike's" - Brasstown Bald - Bell Mountain All of those destinations were 15-20 min away from each other at the most and all the activities, and views were absolutely worth it! I totally recommend staying in Blairsville and visiting all of those places. Also, don't miss Blairsville Downtown! It's a cute, small town but it's full with happy people ready to welcome you! The restaurants around it are great as well! ESPAÑOL ¡La ciudad de Blairsville fue perfecta para nuestra pequeña escapada a la montaña!   Blairsville o "City of Mountains" se encuentra en el norte de Georgia (Condado de Union) cerca del bosque nacional Chattahoochee y el parque estatal Vogel.   Hay muchas cosas divertidas que hacer por aquí, como alquilar una cabaña, ir de excursión, acampar, pescar, remar en bote y mucho más.   Algunos de los lugares que visitamos durante su estancia aquí:   - Blairsville Downtown   - Sleepy Hollow Enterprises   - Parque Estatal Vogel   - Helton Creek Falls   - Blairsville Seafood Market "Mike's"   - Brasstown Bald   - Bell Mountain   Todos esos destinos estaban a 15-20 minutos el uno del otro como máximo y todas las actividades, y las vistas valieron la pena! Recomiendo totalmente alojarse en Blairsville y visitar todos esos lugares.   Además, ¡no te pierdas el centro de Blairsville! ¡Es un pueblo pequeño y lindo, pero está lleno de gente feliz lista para darte la bienvenida! Los restaurantes a su alrededor también son geniales.

SMALL TOWN CHARM IN A NEAT LITTLE PACKAGE!…read more Blairsville is a small town located straight up 400/19 in Union County. It is located near the Chattahoochee Forest and Vogel Park and has spectacular views and vistas. Town Square is at the center of town and where you will find restaurants and the historical court house which is now the site of the Historical Society Museum. It is a true gem and deserves its own review. It is a great little "get away" and a great place to go and re-acquaint yourself with nature, history and wonderful people. The town plays host to several festivals and community activities, (Friday night concerts) throughout the year. Although we were in town for the Mountain Heritage Festival, we wandered into town for breakfast and to see the historic courthouse which literally sits in the center of town where you can't miss it. A traffic circle directs you around the building. This town seems to be run by volunteers who love their town and its history. They were throughout the various venues and just full of useful information. We had such a nice visit, that we are considering returning to the fall festival when the weather is cooler and we are able to see the trees change color. If you come for a festival, you must have a meal downtown and take a look around. There is plenty of convenient public parking available. When you are traveling to Blairsville, you will encounter long winding roads that can appear to be a bit precarious. However just hang in there and you will be fine. These roads are very popular with cyclists, drivers of sport cars, and motorcyclists so you must be cautious and TAKE YOUR TIME. We actually were stuck behind a group of cyclists, so we simply put our hazard lights on and hunkered down while staying about two car lengths back. It is simply not safe to pass on these challenging roads. If you have ever ridden a bike on the street, you can appreciate how scary it must be to be on a winding mountain road and have an aggressive driver on your tail. Just be kind! The sorghum festival will be taking place during the first weekend in October, so make a plan!

Good art theater if you're in the midtown area, but I wouldn't put it above the Plaza in terms of…read moreexperience. Seats are somewhat uncomfortable, but location is great. I recommend going to one of the many restaurants in Midtown Promenade before your movie - makes for a good afternoon/evening.

Only the best frkn movie theAtre in Atlanta! Doubles as a…read moreblockbuster movies' spot plus an independent flic cineplex. Comfortable Clean Seating areas. They go outside of their way to ensure their individual cinemas are vacuumed & scrubbed on a regular basis. Popcorn, grub, etc. a-ok :)

The Birth home of Martin Luther King. The security that watched over the property was very cool. It…read morewasn't open yet but we were able to look around and snap some pics. Cool part of History. Long Live the King!

"Martin Luther King Jr." what more can I say about this man. But being in front of the house that…read morehe grew up in, standing on the streets that he walked. Was an important moment in my life; one I will never forget. His house is under restoration so the next generation of young minds wanting to know how we got our freedom can come see it. I will definitely return to take the tour. This is a trip everyone should make in once in their life.