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.

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A North Georgia getaway

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

A boy and his dog on a boat ride on Lake Lanier

Lake Life

Rentals, beaches, marinas and open water.

Nachos served at Pelican Pete's on Lake Lanier

Eat & Drink

Chef-driven kitchens, breweries and wineries.

Friends hiking together at Sawnee Mountain Preserve

Outdoors

Sawnee Mountain, greenways and parks.

Lakeside glamping accommodations in Forsyth County

Where to Stay

Hotels, campgrounds and lakeside glamping.

Boats docked at a marina near Pelican Pete's on Lake Lanier

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. In fact, 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

Fun for a Family

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Plan your visit

For starters, itineraries, seasonal guides, maps and a visitor guide you can download before you leave home.

Get the Visitor Guide