These are the best mountain towns in Georgia for outdoor adventures, family-friendly trips, and unforgettable weekend retreats.

Read on to discover the best mountain towns in Georgia, according to local experts.

Ellijay’s quaint downtown offers some fantastic eateries, such asCantaberry, for lunch and dinner.

Main street in Helen, GA

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Downtown Blue Ridge may be small, but it has something for everyone.

In fact, its been a filming location for a few Hallmark films, so its quite literally picture-perfect.

Burra Burra On the Riveris just that on the river!

Aerial sunset during the fall in Ellijay Georgia at the Georgia Mountains

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Helen

Helen is one of the most eye-catching (and festive) mountain towns in Georgia.

Plus, there are a few great outfitters likeSoaring Eagleto stock up on gear for time on the water.

In its earliest days, Clarkesville was a resort destination for travelers looking to escape the summer heat.

Adairsville, Georgia, about 1 hour from Atlanta in Northwest Georgia. Site of a devastating tornado in 2012. Adairsville small downtown.

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Blue Ridge Inn Bed & Breakfast

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Picnic Cafe and Dessertery in Dahlonega

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Campfire at a cabin in McCaysville, GA

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Habersham County Courthouse in Clarkesville, Georgia

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Restaurant patio in Clayton, Georgia

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Cow grazing in green grass pasture with sun setting on wooded hills behind.

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Vogel State Park - Blairsville

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