Lauren’s guidebook
Restaurants
Taste what Dahlonega has to offer!
Shenanigans
87 N Chestatee StLots of variety and a fun atmosphere!
Amazing Greek food and the owner is always mingling with the patrons!
33 locals recommend
Capers on the Square
84 Public Square NAmazing Greek food and the owner is always mingling with the patrons!
Spirits Tavern
19 E Main StDelicious gourmet burgers!
Foothill Grill
995 Morrison Moore Pkwy WGreat stop for breakfast.
Montaluce Winery and Restaurant
501 Hightower Church RdUpscale wining and dining.
Farm House Produce
4690 GA-52Delicious BBQ.
White Oaks Bistro
211 Burgundy WayFine dining. Check for operating hours.
Pueblos Mexican Cuisine
82 W Main StFun atmosphere.
Yahoola Creek Grill
1810 South ChestateeNaturally Georgia
90 Public Square NRooster's Cafe
89 Long Branch RdBratzeit
77 Memorial DrAuthentic German Food.
The Smith House
84 S Chestatee StFamily Style Food Service.
Danny's
1203 S ChestateeCorner Kitchen
270 E Main StQuick bites.
Picnic Cafe and Dessertery
30 Public SquareGreat stop for a quick lunch.
Gustavo's
16 Public SquareItalian and Pizza options.
The Branding Iron
70 Public Square NGreat live music spot!
Local Wineries
Enjoy all that the Dahlonega Plateau Wine Country has to offer!
Frogtown Cellars
700 Ridge Point DrBeautiful location with friendly owners.
Great views, food and wine! Brunch is offered, reservations required.
139 locals recommend
Wolf Mountain Vineyards
180 Wolf Mountain TrailGreat views, food and wine! Brunch is offered, reservations required.
The 360 degree view of the mountains is the perfect pairing with their wine selection! Live music on weekends.
74 locals recommend
Cottage Vineyard and Winery
5050 US-129The 360 degree view of the mountains is the perfect pairing with their wine selection! Live music on weekends.
Kaya Vineyard & Winery
5400 Town Creek RdThree Sisters Vineyards & Winery
439 Vineyard WayCavender Creek Vineyards
3610 Cavender Creek RdEtowah Meadery & The Dahlonega Brewery
3003 Morrison Moore Pkwy ESomething a little different to try!
Yonah Mountain Vineyards
1717 Hwy 255 SAccent Cellars
215 Auraria RdMontaluce Winery and Restaurant
501 Hightower Church RdOutdoor Adventures
Experience Dahlonega's Natural Surroundings
North Georgia Zoo & Farm
2912 Paradise Valley RdKayak, Canoe and Tubing Rentals Available. Reservations recommended.
39 locals recommend
Appalachian Outfitters - Canoeing and Kayaking
2084 S ChestateeKayak, Canoe and Tubing Rentals Available. Reservations recommended.
Chestatee River Adventures
2718 S ChestateeKayak and Tube Rentals.
Sunny Farms North
1332 Long Branch RdHorseback Riding.
Woody's Mountain Bikes
457 GA-356Open March-October.
Gold Rush Fun
Learn about and experience the 1829 Dahlonega Gold Rush.
Dahlonega Gold Museum Historic Site
1 Public Square NConsolidated Gold Mine Road
Consolidated Gold Mine RoadCaves! Bats! Gold panning!
Crisson Gold Mine
2736 Morrison Moore Pkwy EPan for gold and other jewels.
Hiking Trails and Waterfalls
Stretch your legs while enjoying amazing views, waterfalls and wildlife.
Park on the Northbound side of the road and follow the trail 3.1 miles north to Preacher's Rock for a full view of Downtown Dahlonega and beyond.
24 locals recommend
Woody Gap / Appalachian Trail
Georgia 60Park on the Northbound side of the road and follow the trail 3.1 miles north to Preacher's Rock for a full view of Downtown Dahlonega and beyond.
The Desoto Falls Trail is a 2 mile out and back hike that includes a waterfall!
Desoto Falls Recreation Area
The Desoto Falls Trail is a 2 mile out and back hike that includes a waterfall!
This paved trail is perfect if you have little ones as it's only 9/10th of a mile!
165 locals recommend
Anna Ruby Falls
Anna Ruby Falls RoadThis paved trail is perfect if you have little ones as it's only 9/10th of a mile!
This 3.2 miles loop is steep in some places but a fairly easy hike otherwise.
22 locals recommend
Lake Zwerner Trail and Pulloff
1680 Morrison Moore Pkwy EThis 3.2 miles loop is steep in some places but a fairly easy hike otherwise.
You can drive to these falls if hiking isn't so much your thing.
109 locals recommend
Helton Creek Falls
You can drive to these falls if hiking isn't so much your thing.
Raven Cliff Falls Trail
Raven Cliff Falls Trail4.9 miles total.
Blood Mountain Overlook
Appalachian National Scenic TrailBrasstown Bald Visitors Center
2941 GA-180 SpurWalk the steps or drive to the top to enjoy these stunning falls!
261 locals recommend
Amicalola Falls State Park
418 Amicalola Falls State Park RdWalk the steps or drive to the top to enjoy these stunning falls!