Great Autumn Drives
Leaf change brings thousands of people into the north Georgia mountains every year. In response to a number of inquiries, we have come up with our tips on observing the beauty of this yearly show of color and our favorite places to witness this splendid time of the year. The optimum time to see the leaf change in the north Georgia mountains is normally the last full week in October. If you are going into the higher elevations, subtract a week. Closer to Atlanta? Try the first week in November. Since leaf change can vary it is best to check locally in the area you wish to visit prior to leaving. At the end of this article are a few phone numbers to call that can help you better plan the days to visit. Don't try to see the leaf change by going well below the speed limit on a heavily-travelled road such as US Highway 76 or US Highway 129. This is as dangerous as speeding. Take a few minutes to study our five great autumn drives and pick one. Then drive to the start and follow these routes. Be sure to obey all speed limits where posted. You will have a lot more fun and be a lot less hazardous. Gas up the car and clean your windows before the trip (Do we really need to tell you that?). These are remote locations and you may not find a gas station for miles.