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FORSYTH COUNTY, GEORGIA

Lake days start 45 minutes north of Atlanta

Open water, quiet trails, chef-run kitchens and easy weekends — all within an afternoon of the city.

Plan Your Visit

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WELCOME

A North Georgia getaway

Just north of Atlanta, Forsyth County runs along the western shore of Lake Lanier, where boat ramps, greenway trails, local kitchens and small-town shopping share the same short drive.

Lake Life

Rentals, beaches, marinas and open water.

Eat & Drink

Chef-driven kitchens, breweries and wineries.

Outdoors

Sawnee Mountain, greenways and parks.

Where to Stay

Hotels, campgrounds and lakeside glamping.

Take the boat out, then dock for dinner

Rent or bring your own boat, tie up  in the afternoon and finish at a lakeside table. The whole plan fits  in  one Saturday.

Explore Lake Life

What’s happening

Purple Madness concert at Lou Sobh Amphitheater

Free weekend concerts

Farmers market

Farmers market

Fun for a family event at Halcyon

Fun for a Family

All events →

Plan your visit

Itineraries, seasonal guides, maps and a visitor guide you can download before you leave home.

Get the Visitor Guide