Take a Drive Out of Atlanta Along the Georgia Mountain Parkway
You are going to want to collect your RV or motorhome rental at our depot as soon as you arrive in Atlanta. Because you will have the urge to explore the breathtaking mountain scenery right away. There is no need to worry about booking ahead when you travel this wonderful way. Simply follow the 575 to where it ends after a few miles. Then follow the Georgia Mountain Parkway and prepare to be amazed as you enter the Blue Ridge Mountains.
The Georgia Mountain Parkway is a Destination in Itself
Time and distance do not matter as you follow winding roads through lovely small mountain towns. Will you be renting a motorhome, campervan or RV from us for the first time? You will soon discover the greatest pleasure is the journey, and not necessarily the destination. Follow the Georgia Mountain Parkway all the way to the end. Or head back to Atlanta when you are ready as you wish.
This is arguably one of the most blissful motoring trails in the country, as you pass through legendary towns including Jasper, Talking Rock, Ellijay, Blue Ridge, McCaysville, Blairsville, Young Harris and Hiawassee. The latter may be only 105 miles (170 kilometres) or two hours from Atlanta as an insane crow flies. But you are more likely to want to spend at least two days in the Chattahoochee National Forest you encounter along the way.
There Are More Outdoor Activities in the Forest Than We Can Mention
The glory of this form of travel is there are no timetables to follow, and there are no deadlines to meet. If you decide to try your hand at hiking, biking, white water rafting, tubing, fishing, or swimming in an idyllic spot, you simply find a place to park your motorhome, and put up the side tent if you wish.
The shops in the small towns you encounter along the Georgia Mountain Pathway are a shopping therapy dream come true. Take your pick from antiques, quaint mountain craft, art galleries and shops. If you need a break from preparing your favourite meals, you will find more niche eateries than you ever could try.
Do try the Blue Ridge Scenic Railway before heading back to Atlanta if that takes your fancy. The arrival of this railroad in the 1870’s opened up this part of Georgia. Everywhere you look you will find history. The railroad company abandoned the line in the 1960’s. Thirty years later, volunteers began slowly clearing the track. The route is a mere 26 miles (40 kilometres). There is no need to hang onto your hat. The top speed is a blistering 10 miles (16 kilometres) per hour.