On the route to Helen Georgia at the intersection of Hwy 17 and Hwy 75 north, sits a famous land mark called the “Indian Mound”. Ever wonder more about it? I was fascinated when I heard the story so I want to share it with you. Put together here, is a Indian legend with …
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Last Autumn hike of the season (DeSoto Falls)
Our last hike of the autumn season was Sunday, November 9th to DeSoto falls in Lumpkin county. There was still a lot of foliage left and the scenery was beautiful with temps just right again for a hike. We chose the upper falls which was a 1.5 mile hike total (in and out). I …
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Hiking to Dukes Creek Falls
This past first Sunday in November was a great day for a long walk. Temps were in the mid to upper 50’s with light winds. We decided to take the short drive (only 10 minutes) from our house to park and walk to Dukes Creek Falls off Russell Scenic Highway. The trail-head for this …
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An October Sunday Drive
I don’t know about everyone else, but October is my very favorite month of the year! Temps are usually just right here in North Georgia, kind of dry and great for enjoying short trips and hikes. This past Sunday we decided to travel towards Blairsville Georgia and get on Russell–Brasstown Scenic Byway , route …
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