Big Canoe is a gated community comprised of more than a 7,000 acre
Wildlife Sanctuary located in the North Georgia Mountains (1 hour
north
of Atlanta), and designed primarily to cohabitate with its natural
wildlife and surroundings while preserving the beauty of the mountain
and lake settings. Experience the over 20 miles of hiking trails
(including an offroad 4 wheel drive trail), 3 stocked lakes, canoes,
paddle boats, fishing, swimming, (main pool plus new huge kids
activity pool),153 foot water slide, 27 hole golf course, tennis (10
courts - 2 in doors), 16,000+ square foot fitness/racketball
facility,(internet access), basketball, soccer, & baseball fields,
jogging paths, restaurants on-site, and abundant wildlife. Visit the
Big
Canoe
community website or contact us to see more details on amenities and
daily use fees.

Amicalola Falls State Park - Beautiful state park just 15 minutes
from
the gates of Big Canoe offers numerous hiking trails of varying
lengths and a mountaintop lodge and restaurant. Amicalola is the
tallest cascading waterfall east of the Mississippi River and one of
Georgia's most popular state parks.

Horseback Riding - Within a few minutes drive of Big Canoe are two
options; The Bent Tree Riding Stables and the Swan Center Monestary
both provide horseback riding instruction and trail rides. Call ahead
for reservations.

Goldrush Dahlonega - The site of the very first gold rush in America,
the quaint town of Dahlonega is just 25 minutes drive from Big Canoe
through the beautiful mountains of North Georgia. With a great
variety
of gift and antique shops in it's well preserved downtown, Dahlonega
is a great destination for the whole family. Visit the Gold Museum,
do
some shopping, visit a winery, or take in one of the town's many
festivals throughout the year.

North Georgia Premium Outlets - Located in Dawsonville and just 25
minutes from Big Canoe is the ultimate outlet shopping experience.
Crate and Barrel, Pottery Barn, Polo Ralph Lauren, Banana Republic,
Liz Claiborne, Off Saks, Bose Factory Outlet, Harry and David,
Kenneth
Cole, and Westpoint Stevens are just a few of the stores offered.

White Water Rafting - If the calm waters of Big Canoe leave you
wanting a little more adventure, travel north along Highway 515
through the gorgeous North Georgia mountains into Tennessee to raft
the Ocoee River. An easy drive from Big Canoe, it's a family
experience you won't forget soon.