North Georgia is a hidden gem for wine lovers. Here are some of our favorite wineries for those looking to sample: Wolf Mountain Vineyards (where we got engaged), Montaluce (where we got our engagement photos), Creekstone Winery, Kaya, Frogtown, Cavender Creek, Three Sisters, and Tiger Mountain. Hold off on visiting Yonah Mountain Vineyards until the wedding on Saturday!
For our hikers and outdoor adventurers, here are some beautiful and rewarding hikes in the area: Yonah Mountain Trail hike (4.4 mi), Raven Cliff Falls Trail (5 mi), Anna Ruby Falls Trail (1 mi), Dukes Creek Falls trail (2 mi). There are tons more in the area, take a look on AllTrails.com!
A great place to grab breakfast/coffee, taste some wine, and soak up the Blue Ridge views.
A close-by brewery with a good outdoor setup and lots of options for beer drinkers.
A local favorite restaurant with a great atmosphere.
Helen, GA is modeled after a Bavarian (German) alpine town. They go all-in on Oktoberfest and will be celebrating it during this time. We recommend heading to the downtown Helen strip and checking it out! Honorable mentions: Two Tire Tavern, Troll Tavern, and King Ludwig Biergarten.