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Murray County - Northwest Georgia Mountains Lodging, Recreation, Shopping, and Relaxation
Are you looking to visit a place where you can feel completely at home? A place that enchants you in all ways, from its amazing autumn colors to superb lifestyles? Hidden away in the Northwest Georgia Mountains, Murray County is all of these things and more. Its natural beauty, comfort and
excitement are waiting to be discovered by you!
Featured Destinations in Murray County, Georgia
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Murray County Courthouse
The Doric-styled courthouse was erected in 1916 and is one of only three domed courthouses in the State of Georgia. The Courthouse has been home for various county officials and still maintains offices in the building. In a controversy during the planning, Murray County Commissioners went to jail for contempt rather than see any interruptions of their plans. The first court session was held in February 1917.
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Chief Vann House
Referred to as the "Showplace of the Cherokee Nation," this two-story classic brick mansion was built by Chief James Vann in 1804. Decorated with beautiful Cherokee hand carvings done in natural colors of blue, red, green and yellow, the home features a cantilevered stairway and many fine antiques. The Vann House passed out of the hands of the family when "Rich Joe" Vann unknowingly violated state law by hiring a white man to work for him. The government seized his properties and the house was awarded to a white land lottery winner in 1834.
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Carters Lake
Nestled at the southern end of the Appalachian Mountains of North Georgia, the rugged shoreline and deep, clear waters invite you to take advantage of the many recreational opportunities found here. Boat ramps, playgrounds, public beach, picnicking areas, camping, hiking, mountain biking and a variety of water sports abound at this gem of a lake hidden in the mountains.
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Cohutta Wilderness Area
The largest National Forest Wilderness east of the Mississippi River, the Cohutta Wilderness encompasses 37,042 acres in Georgia and Tennessee. Elevations range from 950 feet at the Jacks River Bridge in the Alaculsy Valley to 4,200 feet atop Big Frog Mountain. Black bear, whitetail deer, wild boar and turkey are found here. The protected Jacks and Conasauga Rivers offer over 45 miles of quality native trout fishing in season.
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Southern Highroads Trail | P.O. Box 1528, Blue Ridge, GA 30513 | (706) 633-6706