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May 2008
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for the month of May

Don't Forget May 11th Is Mothers Day !!

Treat her to a relaxing and entertaining weekend...

immerse your self in hiking, fishing, horse back riding, mountain biking, golfing, white water tubing, waterfalls, shopping and more...

other's day May 11th
Bring her to Cavender Creek Cabins For A Special Weekend In Dahlonega Georgia

Dahlonega Walking Tours

Discover Dahlonega as you walk around the square as well as visiting some historic buildings just off the square. Learn about the history, architecture and legends that surround this fascinating city. Hear colorful stories relating to the gold rush days as well as the people that helped build and shape Dahlonega.

Ghost Tour: See Dahlonega by lantern light from twilight to dark and stroll to the local ghostly haunts read more ►

Historic Tour: Dahlonega tour company will guide you on a walking tour through the history of Dahlonega. Follow along with one of our costumed guides and learn about where the nation's first gold rush began. More ►

So much to do from gold panning, waterfalls, day trips and horse back riding, to a lazy day on the Chestatee River in your choice of a kayak, canoe or tube.
or spend the day on one of many famous hiking trails, shop on Dahlonega's historic square, visit one of our many Vineyards and see how wine is grown, go fly fishing on our beautiful scenic rivers, or spend the day on Lake Lanier with a boat rental. Local events and entertaining ideas are here awaiting your arrival...

Make Your Reservations Now!

Paul & Mary Hanson
Cavender Creek Cabins

May

Click here to view the DAHLONEGA VISITORS GUIDE

Dahlonega is rich in the culture and charm of Appalachia within its beautifully preserved downtown historic district. The Georgia gateway to the Appalachians is the site of the first U. S. gold rush. Dahlonega is home to The Gold Museum, gold mines and gold panning facilities. Quaint shops around the Square are filled with regional art, antiques, unique jewelry and collectibles.

The newest gold rush in Dahlonega is in the performing and visual arts! Enjoy wonderful exhibitions and concerts in the park or jamming on
the square. Be swept away by Georgia's premier community theatre company at the historic
Holly Theater. Local potters, painters and photographers display their craft in galleries and shops throughout the historic community.

Dahlonega is also the Heart of Georgia's wine country. Tour all the local wineries and downtown tasting rooms, or plan a wedding in their enchanting surroundings. Don't miss the opportunity to
relax and recharge at a local day spa, resort or retreat center. Spend the week or a night at Cavender Creek Cabins and enjoy a relaxing time spent on the back porch viewing our tumbling creek view or pond view.

May

Gold Panning In Dahlonega

Dahlonega, Georgia is located on top of the largest gold deposits found east of the Mississippi River in the USA. Most of the gold that could be mined economically has been removed from the earth starting in 1828 when gold was first discovered. The earth below Dahlonega contains many tunnels dug out by miners since 1829. You can tour some of these old gold mine tunnels at the Consolidated Gold Mine shown and see a stamp mill in operation as well as other mining equipment at the Crisson Gold Mine. Twenty years before the 1849 gold rush to California, thousands of gold seekers flocked into the Cherokee Territory of northeast Georgia, beginning the nation's first major gold rush. Read More ►

May

Historical Markers

Spend a day driving to our Historical Markers in Lumpkin County.

Historical Markers provide a fairly accurate account of some of the history of Lumpkin County. Many of the historical markers placed throughout the County by the WPA and The Georgia Historical Commission are: Auraria 1832 first gold rush, The Station in 1838 was to roundup the Chekokee Indians for removal, Neels Gap -Blood Mountain in Cherokee mythology the mountain was one of the homes of the Nunnehi or Immortals, Lumpkin Court House built in 1836, replaced the small log structure used, Price Memorial Building erected in 1837 was a U.S branch mint which operated until seized by the Confederates in 1861, Findley Ridge many famous gold mines of the Dahlonega era were along the ridge on both sides of this highway, Calhoun Gold Mine famous Calhoun gold mine where it is said vein gold, Consolidated Gold Mine operated what is considered the largest gold plant ever, Dahlonega Mustering Grounds the old mustering grounds were the rallying point for troops in other periods of national and state crises. Lumpkin County men met here to join Texans fighting for independence in 1836, Trahlyta's Grave this pile of stones marks the grave of a Cherokee princess, Trahlyta. According to legend her tribe, living on Cedar Mountain, knew the secret of the magic springs of eternal youth Read More ►

Music In The Park

The Music in the Park series showcases the diversity of local musicians monthly. Bring a picnic supper to the HANCOCK PARK and spend some time with your family and friends. This FREE series held on the first Friday of each month from April through October is an excellent way to wind down from the week and set the tone for a great weekend.

Historic Down Town Appalachian Jam

Downtown Dahlonega Hosts Appalachian Jams!
Enjoy Acoustic Mountain Music in Historic Downtown

North Georgia’s mountain music pickers and singers flock to the Dahlonega Gold Museum State Historic Site every Saturday from 2-6 p.m. Listeners and musicians alike will enjoy the acoustic bluegrass and old time string music on the Public Square every Saturday.

Dahlonega’s “Appalachian Jam” is produced by Dahlonega’s Downtown
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PLAN YOUR VISIT

Dahlonega's visitors can explore the outdoors and the winding mountain roads by hiking, bicycling, or horseback riding through some of the most beautiful and challenging terrain in Georgia.

After a day of taking in the incredible scenery of the mountains and forest, visitors can then return to their accommodations in Dahlonega to enjoy evening hors d'oeuvres and a glass of Georgia-made wine (there are four world-class wineries in Lumpkin County alone!), enjoy luxurious treatments at any one of the area's spas or health centers, or simply take a spring stroll among the town's especially charming historic streets.

The Dahlonega Commercial District, fanning out from the museum in a series of squares and historic buildings, is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Dahlonega offers a wonderful diversity of un-crowded shopping opportunities with a litany of elegant shops, intimate boutiques, antique stores, and one-of-a-kind galleries offering local wines, distinctive gifts, clothing, and regional arts and crafts. Most of the shops are on or near the Gold Museum, so visitors can park once and shop all over town.

It's easy to see why this is one of Georgia's most popular state parks. Amicalola, a Cherokee Indian word meaning "tumbling waters," is an appropriate name for these 729-foot falls Read More ►

Events At Amicolola State Falls

Wings of Flight
Saturday, May 10, 2008 to Sunday, May 11, 2008

Share your love of all winged creatures during these programs on birds, bats, and butterflies. Learn tips on how to attract these creatures to your own backyard...

Plan Ahead...Week day cabins available June through July 4th Reserve a week long stay and save! Your weekly rate gives you a FREE night stay! Enjoy a less crowded shopping, dinning and outdoor activity experience!

Join Us The Month Of May !!!

May Vineyard Tours

Blackstock Vineyards

Owner David Harris, a 20-year pioneer in Georgia wines, takes pride in many Georgia firsts with medals and awards for Georgia-grown premium wines. With his wife Trish, the two have spent the last decade bringing BlackStock to prominence as the most vineyard-designated property in the southeast, having their name appearing on fine wines from Georgia through North Carolina. Browse our gift shop and deli, and sample wines in our tasting room overlooking the vineyard and the Blue Ridge Mountains. Read More ►

Biking

Biking in the North Georgia Mountains offers a variety of terrain, from easy to get out your stain fighting detergent for those who challenge our most difficult mountain biking trails.

Birding

Bird watching is a popular activity, particularly in the spring. Lumpkin County offers beautiful locations where bird species are abundant.

Horse Back Riding

Local horse back riding is available on scenic trails here in Dahlonega. Bring the entire family for a day of fun in our beautiful forested trails.

Fishing and Boating

Georgia is an angler’s paradise, and Lake Lanier offers excellent fishing and boating opportunities. Local parks and marina's rent motorized fishing boats, pedal boats or canoes by the hour. Many day trips from Cavender Creek Cabins will accommodate your boating, fishing and river trips.

Hiking and Backpacking Day Trips
Almost every park and historic site has hiking trails, with more challenging backcountry trails are found at Amicalola Falls,
Black Rock Mountain, Fort Mountain, Unicoi and Vogel.
Shorter nature trails paved paths are also available.

Wolf Mountain Vineyards

Wolf Mountain Vineyards In Dahlonega Georgia the 4th annual white wine and seafood festival!

A Family of Award Winning Wines

Wolf Mountain Vineyards and Winery offers Georgia's premier wine and food experience. Located just 5 miles north of the historic town square, Wolf Mountain Vineyards and Winery represents a 25-acre family-owned wine growing estate.

Mountain Flower Art Festival

May 17 - 18th

Historic Downtown Arts Festival!

:Mountain Flower Art Festival is the third weekend in May. It features juried original fine art and fine craft of regional artists. The festival is located on the historic square of Dahlonega, and also celebrates the local and area mountain wildflowers
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There are a number of fine artists and crafters displaying their original handcrafted art on Dahlonega's historic town square.

Lions, Tigers And Bears Oh My!!!

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