Clay County Chamber of Commerce
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Recreation in Clay County
ust a two hour drive from Atlanta, Asheville,
and Chattanooga, the town of Hayesville is
nestled in the beautiful foothills of the Southern
Appalachian Mountains, seemingly worlds away
from the hustle and bustle of the big cities. Located
on a knoll overlooking the Hiawassee River, it has a
spectacular view of the rugged Tusquittee Mountains
and offers an escape for anyone wishing to enjoy
nature.
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Leatherwood Falls, a popular picnic spot located in
the Fires Creek Recreational Area, boasts a 25 foot
waterfall and has a 0.7 mile loop trail along the creek.
For more advanced hikers, Fires Creek also offers the
26 mile Rim Trail that follows the basin around the
Wildlife Area, intersecting with several shorter trails
along the way. With colorful wildflowers and a chance
to see many species of protected wildlife, Fires Creek
is a nature lover’s paradise.
There is an abundance of natural beauty and
attractions for Hayesville and the surrounding areas.
Lake Chatuge is a 7,000 acre mountain lake which
offers over 130 miles of shoreline in Hayesville and
nearby Hiawassee, GA. It is a year round attraction
for water sports and recreation, vacation homes, and
scenic beauty. There are three public docks in Clay
County and over 32 species