SKY VALLEY GOLF COURSE w/ views across the 3rd fairway. Single-level living on 2 separate levels, featuring individual kitchens, dining areas, family rooms & laundry. Featuring 2 master suites upstairs, another downstairs w/ a fourth BR/office & a full BA. 3-wide carport provides ample room & protection for a golf cart, RV & daily drivers. One of the few large fenced yards in Sky Valley. Large basement provides ample storage & workshop. (10463537) $975,000
DISCOVER A RARE OPPORTUNITY to own this antique store w/ owner’s quarters & restored railroad caboose, nestled between Clayton & Lake Burton. This thriving business, zoned CB on 0.25 acres offers a selection of antiques & collectibles & features natural beauty w/ a tranquil waterfall on-site. The spacious interior is loaded w/ rustic charm. The waterfall is 15+/- ft high & runs year around. (10405683) $899,000 CREEKSIDE CHARMER between the sliding rock on Wildcat Creek & Laprades Marina, owning both sides of the trout stream all the way to the old railroad bed on the National Forest boundary. Offers picturesque views & proximity to the Appalachian Trail, Lake Burton, & joining thousands of acres owned by the U.S.F.S. (10361878) $799,000
It’s hard to believe that we are already entering a new year!
I’m looking forward to starting off 2025 in the North Georgia Mountains. I also want to extend a warm “Welcome” to our new area residents that have purchased homes in the area in the past year. We are all so blessed to be able to call these mountains “home”.
If you are looking to buy a home, now is the time to act. The real estate professionals in the guide will be there to help you every step of the way. From their extensive knowledge of the area to their considerable insight about the market, they can find you exactly what you’re looking for!
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Situated on a spacious and level lot, with fresh new paint inside and out. $339,900 (10440616)
INCREDIBLE OPPORTUNITY to own a commercial property in a highly visible location! 1056 sq ft of space, equipped with standing coolers, perfect for retail or food service. $220,000 (10439407)
STUNNING MOUNTAIN VIEW LOT with Easy Access... The perfect spot for your dream home or investment property in this high-elevation location w/ paved road access. $75,000 (10450306)
COUNTRY LIVING WITHOUT SACRIFICING CONVENIENCE in this brand NEW 3BR/2BA home. Nestled on an UNRESTRICTED 1 acre lot. $229,900 (10431718)
ENJOY THIS 1BR/1BA RV located in the exclusive mountain lakes community, a gated RV and cabin resort ideal for both part-time and fulltime residency. $55,000 (10460722)
WELCOME TO TIPPY TOP RETREAT! Nestled on the top of the mountain in Sky View, this cottage offers 1458 SF, 2BR/2BA, vaulted ceilings & open floor plan. $399,000 (10457731)
STUNNING 5BR SPLIT-LEVEL HOME with MODERN UPDATES, nestled in the sought-after Liberty Crest North neighborhood of Braselton. $489,900 (10434366)
PEACE, QUIET AND COMFORT in this charming 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom home nestled in a great neighborhood, just a short drive from Helen and Cleveland. $275,000 (10455245)
NESTLED IN THE BAVARIAN ALPINE VILLAGE OF HELEN. This cozy cabin offers the perfect mountain retreat. Great for full time living or rental program. $429,500 (10446619)
YOUR DREAM HOMESITE AWAITS! 10.02 Acres with Mtn. Views & Creek Frontage, just a short drive to Helen, Lake Burton, local restaurants, & lots of hiking trails. $230,000 (10463221)
TO YOUR DREAM HOME nestled on 1.31 acres along the picturesque loud Town Creek. Perfect for Full-Time Living or a Vacation Escape! $599,900 (10443880)
CHARMING 1935 FARMHOUSE on 6 level acres,
Lake Burton -A true designer’s showcase, this 5 BD, 5.5 ba Control4 Smart Home is the ultimate entertainer’s retreat. Situated in a protected cove with sweeping lake and mountain views, this beautiful lakeside retreat is packed with amenities including include a gym, office, art studio, 4 indoor fireplaces and 2 outdoor fireplaces, a carport, gated entry, paved access, pre-stubbed for elevator and more! $8,250,000 | GAMLS 10451826 | Julie Barnett 404-697-3860
Lake Burton -Seamless fusion of indoor and outdoor spaces, clean crisp lines and use of the latest high tech, low maintenance building materials define this 5 bedroom, 6 full bath and 2 half bath mountain contemporary Lake Burton home. Control 4 home automation, 2-car garage, private 1.125 acre lot and much more.
$7,850,000 | GAMLS 10451872 | Julie Barnett 404-697-3860
Lake Burton- 5 bedrooms, 5.5 bathrooms, 3 Tennessee stone fireplaces, great room, solid wood flooring throughout, wood-beamed ceilings, 2 main floor suites, deep water 2-stall boathouse, with screened porch & deck overlooking sunset views of the lake, and much more! $5,400,000 | GAMLS 10436085| Julie Barnett 404-697-3860
Lake Burton - Fee Simple Spacious 6BR, 6BA, 2HB Lake Burton farmhouse style home with reclaimed heart pine flooring, shiplap walls, and stunning lake views. Features include a gourmet kitchen, main floor owner’s suite, terrace level family room with wet bar, and a 2-story boathouse with fireplace. Walking distance to LaPrades Marina, this home is perfect for lakeside entertaining. $4,495,000 | GAMLS 10346646 | Julie Barnett 404-697-3860
Lake Burton- This 4 BR/3.5ba Lake Burton home features an open great room, vaulted ceiling and exposed beams, masonry stone fireplace, hickory flooring, reclaimed heart pine wet bar, doors and trim. A guest wing includes a bedroom with full bath and 1/2 bath. Cart path to 2-stall boathouse and more! $3,700,000 | GAMLS 10441669 |Julie Barnett 404-697-3860
Lake Burton- 2 sprawling acres of pristine, level land in the coveted Moccasin Creek Cove, this extraordinary property has been in this family since the 1960’s. Featuring approximately 373 feet of exclusive lake frontage and sprawling mountain views. $2,995,000 | GAMLS10367414|Molly Williams 770-365-0816
Near Lake Burton-Custom 5BR, 5BA country French home with 240° lake and mountain views, vaulted ceilings, stone fireplaces, and a gourmet kitchen with Thermador appliances. Enjoy sunrise on the veranda, sunsets by the screened porch fire, and Lake Burton access via a private dock. $2,750,000 | GAMLS 10435331|Julie Barnett 404-697-3860
Lake Burton - Fee Simple, 3br,3b cedar shake cottage in Perrin Cove at Lake Burton. Open floor plan with tasteful urban design reflecting an upscale mountain retreat atmosphere. All new appliances, remodeled bathrooms, a terrace level media room, hot tub, 2 carports, and a two-stall boathouse. $2,595,000 | GAMLS 10451963 | Julie Barnett 404-697-3860
Clayton -2BR, 2ba mountain retreat overlooking Lake Burton.
$980,000 | GAMLS 10461486
Molly Williams 770-365-0816
Waterfall Club - 5,000± SF, 4-story 5BR 3ba 1hb home ideal for entertaining, stunning views of Lake Burton and 3rd hole at Waterfall Club, great room with vaulted ceilings and a wall of windows, main floor covered porch, generous main floor owners’ suite with views, & more!
$1,550,000 | GAMLS 10444657 | Julie Barnett 404-697-3860
Waterfall Club - .509 acre lot with 15th fairway and Lake Burton views.
$69,000 | GAMLS 20016435
Julie Barnett 404-697-3860 MOUNTAIN
Lake Burton views from this 1.27 acre lot in the gated Summit At Lake Burton community. $65,000 | GAMLS 20109743
Jennifer Kyle 706-968-2255
Cleveland- NEW Construction 2,774 SF custom 3BR/4ba home on sprawling ~4.53 acre lot. $829,000 | GAMLS 10452999
Jennifer Kyle 706-968-2255
Clayton - Minutes from Clyton with 1.92 acres, a creek, and guest house apartment. $685,000 | GAMLS 10276169
Rosa Icela-Carter 619-921-1796
Blairesville - 3BR, 3.1 ba Resort-style new construction home. Perched to catch long-range mountain views. 24-foot folding glass wall, conveniently located. Experience mountain living at it’s finest! $1,999,000 | GAMLS 10416041 |Laura Ogram 706-851-9923
Hiawassee- 4BR, 3.1ba on 2.85acre wooded lot less than 5 minutes from Lake Chatuge
$799,950 | GAMLS 10391255
Molly Williams 770-365-0816
Clayton- recently renovated, rusticcontemporary 3BR 2ba log home offers sunset views. $575,000 | GAMLS 10440509
Sarah Gillespie 404-735-6157
Sautee Nacoochee- 2BR, 2ba in charming log cabin community. 10min to downtown Helen. $774,000 | GAMLS 10384002
Julie Barnett 404-697-3860
Clayton- In-town duplex. A great investment or perfect for 2 families! $525,000 | GAMLS 10435237
Julie Barnett 404-697-3860
Toccoa- 2 separate homes on 7.63 level acres. Perfect for multi-generational living, rental income or guest house. $475,000| GAMLS 1043626
Jennifer Kyle 706-968-2255 Clayton- stylish intown living in downtown Clayton in this 2BR, 2.1 ba farmhouse style townhome. $469,000 | GAMLS 10258442 Julie Barnett 404-697-3860
Toccoa - 3BR, 3ba beautifully updated four-sided brick split-level home. Conveniently located. $389,000| GAMLS 10441701
Jennifer Kyle 706-968-2255
- 198.65 acres of ridge tops, meadows, pastures, woods, and creek frontage. 4 total parcels with one tract of 110.9 acres being in a permanent conservation easement $2,185,000| GAMLS 10414167 | Brad Fisher 706-490-2839
Rabun Gap- 2 beautiful Walnut Mountain lots totaling 1.87 acres. Lots offered together, or can be purchased separately.
$38,000 | GAMLS 10338554
Jennifer Kyle 706-968-2255
$29,000 | GAMLS 10280683
Molly Williams 770-365-0816
Tiger-0.740 acres in Arrendale Place. Paved road access. City water, natural gas available.
$45,000 | GAMLS 10341628
Brad Fisher 706-490-2839
Kingwood -0.61 acre lot in gated Kingwood Estates, overlooking 16th fairway.
$19,900 | GAMLS 10359599
Molly Williams 770-365-0816
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ONCE USED AS A ‘MODEL’ FOR SKY VALLEY’S VALLEY VIEW condominium complex, this stunning 3BR/3BA condo has custom features that no other Valley View condo has. Perfect for entertaining or just quiet relaxation Valley View 7006 offers soaring ceilings in every room; 2-sided brick fireplace; spacious kitchen with custom cabinets & breakfast nook; 2 covered decks & stunning golf course and mountain views. Master bath has outstanding stone tile work in shower; granite vanity top with double sinks & faux custom cabinets. With 2 guest bedrooms & additional baths & almost 1800 sq. ft. of living space this condominium makes a perfect vacation home or a full-time residence. Offered fully furnished. $400,000. Call Denise West for showing 706-982-9381.
RARE OPPORTUNITY!!! A 2BR/2BA Walk-In Valley View Condominium located in City of Sky Valley. Completely furnished with some upgrades, this unit has both views & a convenient location to all amenities. Carpet, hardwood & tile floors, almost new appliances, 2 private covered decks, electric heatilator fireplace & renovated master bath. Enjoy vista mountain views from all living areas of this spacious condo. Close to the association’s private heated pool, clubhouse & gas grills. Walking distance to Sky Valley Country Club & Pro Shop. Short drive to Highlands, NC & Clayton, GA for shopping & dining. $365,000
THIS BEAUTIFUL CLAYTON GEORGIA LANDMARK, built in 1908 still standing and in remarkably good condition for a building of this age. It could be remodeled in to an awesome bed and breakfast, law office, retail store, doctor’s office, etc. or make it your own private in town home. This property /business has very high visibility with 270 feet of road frontage on 0.85 of an acre. It is within a short minute or two walk to all the hot spots in the heart downtown Clayton, including dining, entertainment and retail shopping. $699,000. MLS 10454311
CABIN JUST PAST SKY VALLEY in the Spring Lake area.... this cabin has only had one owner, it has access to the Spring Lake community dock for fishing and a great little cooking pavilion. The cabin is on a 1/2 acre double lot, with a large fireplace, lots of storage and workshop area. Price at $399,000. MLS 10390167
THIS IS AN ORIGINAL OLD FISHING CAMP STYLE CABIN , that has been left in mostly its original condition. It was built in the 1930’s by the CCC Camp men and was their living quarters while they worked building roads, bridges, and parks in the North Georgia Mountains. Much of the cabin is in its original state. This fee simple property sits right alongside a beautiful creek and has 1/2 interest in a nice large boathouse on Lake Rabun, with one boat stall, upper deck and sunning deck. The cabin sits on 0.90 acres and has plenty of room for parking. The boathouse is directly across the street. It can also be purchased with the entire interest in the boathouse on 0.24 acres for $950,000, making the entire property tract 1.14 acres. $650,000. MLS 10450122
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COULD THIS BE YOUR PERSONAL MOUNTAIN RETREAT? It features 7 bedrooms, 7 baths plus lofts & bonus rooms on 5.75 acres with a waterfall and 2 ponds. For hikers and those who love to explore these mountains, it’s a short walk to the trailhead leading to Rabun Bald (the second tallest mountain in Georgia) surrounded by thousands of acres of National Forest laced with trails, including the famous Bartram Trail. With Sky Valley Golf Course just down the road, the avid golfer will be delighted, especially with the cool temperatures that come with the 3100 feet elevation (this home is actually higher). There’s something to do in every season - snow tubing, zip lining, fishing, swimming and tennis, all within a few minutes of this property. Also nearby are great restaurants and shops in Clayton, Dillard and Highlands. But you really need not leave this 5.75 acre tract with its rare combination of extraordinary landscape features. At the top of the list is the “walkabout” yard with two ponds fed by a cascading stream and waterfall. It is beautifully landscaped with native plants like rhododendrons, azaleas and others, all well-established. Looking out and up is a view of Rabun Bald... to the west is lower terrain with gorgeous evening sunsets. With ponds and a fire pit and for the kids, being here will seem like living at summer camp, but with luxury accommodations. The main driveway is paved and leads to a drive-through porte-cochere and impressive mahogany and wrought iron entrance door. There are 2 fireplaces, one wood burner with gas starter, and one with gas logs (in the master bedroom). The cabinetry is beautiful and extensive, custom made by Gillespie’s Cabinet Shop. The gathering spot in the kitchen is the large island that is built for “stand up” counter height. It’s a delightful surface and space for food preparation (built in appliance lift), eating, serving and just gathering. Offered for
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AN AMAZING PLACE TO LIVE, WORK OR PLAY! The location is convenient to schools & recreation but also accessible for customers if business use is what you need. As a residence, it’s only minutes to Rabun County Schools & not far to Lake Burton, Lake Rabun or downtown Clayton. With a large square footage of covered porches, large open deck, sunroom & a brick floor fire pit area, there is good reason to stay outdoors & an inviting place to enjoy the view of Tiger Mtn. The style is a perfect match for the location w/ timeless board & batten siding. The interior of the home is welcoming w/ a spacious living room & KIT. Pine & up-to-date laminate floors also complement the style. On the main floor level, there are 2 BRs, one w/ a nursery attached, as well as the oversized primary BR w/ access to the covered porch. On the lower level is a 1 BR guest suite w/ full BA & sitting area. A high crawl space/basement is well lit & provides a large amount of storage. For hobbies, big toys or work, the stand alone, brightly decorated shed/workshop is a great feature. $650,000. MLS 10351568. Scott Poss 706-490-2305
retreat is ready for you! I promise it’s not too good to be true, why do you think they call it Hope Haven? $649,000. MLS 20176827. NIC POSS 706-982-0872
tub & outdoor kitchen. Separate suite for extended family or friends, 24 x 24 craft room attached to 24 x 27 carport. 30 x 60 metal building workshop with 30 x 31 garage attached. Wood shed, storage building, fire pit & garden spot all on 3.25 acres bordering Tiger Creek. Many great features including natural gas, 3 wood stoves, 3 gas FPs, new well pump in 2023. Now more detail: The interior of the home has amazing finish w/ beautiful wood floors, T&G as well as beaded board paneling, vaulted ceilings w/ custom beams, custom cabinetry, shelving & trim, solid wood doors, unique accents like the corrugated metal BA ceiling & barn board paneling on a wall of one BR. The DR, den area has 15 windows making it an amazing sunroom & large enough for den furniture & for a table that seats 12. From this sunroom room is direct access to a deck w/ new hot tub & fully equipped outdoor KIT w/ a 50-inch grill, side burner, deep fryer (natural gas), ice maker, refrigerator, warming drawer & entertainment center. The great room & kitchen combination has a vaulted ceiling, large bay window area, paddle fan, river rock stone hearth & wood stove. The great room opens to a large, screened porch with gas log fireplace. Upstairs, the spacious loft is the primary BR w/ primary BA, electric fireplace & private balcony. Back on the main level, is another BR, full BA & separate laundry room. Downstairs is a full basement w/ mechanical space, gas heater & refrigerator. The third BR, slightly detached from the main house, is a complete “in-law” suite. It has a KIT, gas log FP & full BA. The separate hobby room attached to the double carport provides ample space for a multitude of uses. It has old-fashioned roofing tin on the vaulted ceiling & a wood stove. The 30 x 60 steel shop building includes a large finished area as well as the work room w/ high ceilings & shelves around the sides for storage & tools. Attached to the work area is a 33 x 31, two-bay steel frame garage. The outdoor space on these 3.25 acres is amazing also. It’s a very gentle property w/ a mix of easy-to-maintain yard, woods & grassy field. Along Tiger Creek, the field runs along one side of the tract. Between the yard around the house is a patch of woods split by a small stream. In the wooded area are the wood shed & a small tool shed. There’s also a delightful stone firepit (gas) w/ wood benches, yard swing, yard lights & wood shed. $695,000. MLS 10351399. Scott Poss 706-490-2305
WALK RIGHT IN & RELAX in this roomy, beautifully decorated & updated ground-level, 3BR/3BA condominium overlooking Kingwood Golf Course. This is easy living - mountain style, just minutes from Clayton. Enjoy a serene view of trees, mountains & the golf course from the glassed-in porch that converts to a screened porch for milder days. The kitchen is bright & open to the great room for great conversations by the stone FP. There are recently new appliances including the washer & dryer, light fixtures, paint colors, window treatments & new laminate (wood pattern) flooring throughout. The Kings Point Condominiums are situated on a beautiful hill top & surround the swimming pool just for this group. Kingwood golf is public & other Kingwood amenities are available by membership. $299,000. MLS 10451887. Scott Poss 706-490-2305
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some point in the future. The bay area has room for boat, RV and those big toys and there’s a loft area for storage. The living area has resilient laminate floors, a beautiful kitchen with solid surface countertops, range oven, hood, refrigerator, dishwasher and microwave. A fireplace chase has been installed to allow owner to install a wood-burning fireplace or gas logs (not included). The bardominium has a 2 bedroom septic system and the knoll top has completed a soil study for the site a future home. This location is convenient to schools, recreation department, Lakemont, Lake Rabun, Tallulah Gorge and Tallulah Lake. $334,000. MLS 10293098. Scott Poss 706-490-2305
GREAT OPPORTUNITY! Own over 2 acres w/ 3 homes on the same property!! The current owners use these 3 homes as their full time residence, a long-term rental & a short-term rental. Primary residence is a lovely, cozy home w/ 3BR/1.5BA, a wood burning FP, beautiful KIT cabinets, & the perfect family dining room! Other 2 homes are perfect for income or a family compound! Property also has 3 outbuildings, a fire pit, water feature w/ goldfish & a great workshop w/ a cast iron wood burning stove! Close to lakes, hiking, wineries, & Main Street! $595,000. MLS 10441922
BEAUTIFUL RIDGES OF RABUN - 1.87 acre lot on elevated sloping ridge w/ paved road frontage & panoramic view to the west. Gated community w/ public water available, underground utilities & a club house w/ a
MLS 10380391 BEAUTIFUL BIG CREEK SUBDIVISION offering the only 2 undeveloped lots remaining! The property is 2 wooded/sloping acres with beautiful seasonal views and the sounds of Stekoa Creek flowing below. New survey and soil test on file. Gated subdivision with underground utilities, water, paved roads and privacy! $79,900. MLS10355360
STUNNING 3BR/3.5BA cabin in Tiger, GA. On a spacious wooded lot, this new construction boasts captivating mtn views. The 2400+/- heated SF features cathedral T&G ceilings on main floor & loft, complemented by 3/4
Georgia’s highest state park encompasses some of the most outstanding scenery in GA’s Blue Ridge Mountains. Roadside overlooks provide spectacular 80-mile vistas, and 4 hiking trails lead visitors past wildflowers, streams, small waterfalls and lush forests. Visitors enjoy the summit visitor center for its views, gift shop and picnic tables. The park’s small lake is popular with anglers and circled by an easy walking trail. At an altitude of 3,640 feet, Black Rock Mountain is often cooler than other GA parks and may close during icy weather.
One of the most spectacular canyons in the eastern U.S., Tallulah Gorge is 2 miles long and nearly 1,000 ft deep. Take a hike on the rim trails to several overlooks, or obtain a permit to hike to the gorge floor. A suspension bridge sways 80 ft above the rocky bottom, providing spectacular views of the river and waterfalls. Tightrope walkers have twice crossed the gorge, and you can still see towers used by Karl Wallenda. A paved path follows an on old railroad bed, perfect for strollers and bicycles, or ride your mountain bike on a challenging 10-mile trail. Exhibits in the park’s Jane Hurt Yarn Interpretive Center highlight the rich history of this Victorian resort town, Watch the award-winning film for a dramatic journey through the gorge, including footage of rock climbers and kayakers.
On the shores of beautiful Lake Burton sits Moccasin Creek, a park that prides itself on being “where spring spends the summer.” Despite its location, the park is relatively flat, offering easy access for large RVs, bicycles and wheelchairs. A fully accessible fishing pier sits above a trout-filled creek open only to physically challenged visitors, senior citizens and children. At 2,800-acres, Lake Burton is a prime spot for skiing, boating and fishing. Canoe and fishing boat rentals are available during warmer months. When you visit, take a tour of the adjacent trout rearing station. There are several nearby mountain hiking trails to explore, too or simply relax in this peaceful setting. The park’s central location offers a perfect jumping off spot for exploring area waterfalls, trails, shops and restaurants.
This beloved park is nestled in the North GA mountains just outside Helen. Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy hiking and mountain biking on scenic trails, including an easy lake loop, challenging trek to Anna Ruby Falls, 3-mile trail to downtown Helen or the rugged 7.5-mile single-track for bikers. The cool mountain lake offers a swimming beach and canoe rental during summer. Throughout the year, park staff host programs ranging from craft festivals and concerts, to animal programs and educational hikes. Overnight guests can choose from a hotel-style lodge, fully equipped cottages or modern campground. The park’s restaurant is known for its nightly mountain trout buffet, while craft lovers should not miss the lodge’s gift shop with pottery, quilts and other crafts. The lodge and beach house are popular spots for weddings, reunions, parties and conferences.
Smithgall Woods is an angler’s paradise. One of North GA’s premier trout streams, Dukes Creek, runs through this spectacular property and is a favorite for catch-and-release fishing. The number of anglers is limited and fishing is offered only on certain days, so anglers should call ahead for reservations. There’s also 5 miles of trails and 18 miles of roads for hikers and bicyclists to explore. The park is also an elegant mountain retreat, perfect for getaways, small weddings or outings with friends. 5 beautiful cottages provide a total of 14 bedrooms with private baths, phones, and TV. Some have porches along the stream, while others have private hot tubs. A 1-mile trail leads from the cottages to Dukes Creek Falls. Smithgall Woods was acquired by the state in 1994 as a gift-purchase from Charles A. Smithgall, Jr., a noted conservationist and businessman.
Georgia’s 2nd oldest state park is located at the base of Blood Mountain in the Chattahoochee National Forest. The park includes Neel Gap, a beautiful mountain pass near Brasstown Bald, the highest point in GA. Vogel is particularly popular during the fall when the mountains transform into a blanket of colored leaves. Hikers can choose from several trails: the popular 4-mile Bear Hair Gap loop, the lake loop that leads to Trahlyta Falls, or the challenging 13-mile Coosa Backcountry Trail. The park’s 22-acre lake is open to non-motorized boats. During summer, visitors can cool off at the mountain-view beach. This park is rich in history, with many facilities being constructed by the Civilian Conservation Corp during our nation’s Great Depression.
