Clayton Travel Guide

Clayton is an authentic Georgian mountain community full of charm. It has a pretty downtown with many unique shops and great restaurants, this is also the Farm to Table Capital of Georgia! Clayton is close to the Chattooga River and has some impressive views of the countryside and mountains.

Things to Do in Clayton

The Southern Highroads Trail and U.S. 441 Heritage Highway pass through Clayton meaning you can enjoy great hikes, cycling and horse back rides along these scenic ways. Thrill seekers can enjoy white-water rafting on the Chatooga River or hike to the Dick's Creek Falls, a waterfall of approximately 60 feet cascading at a sheer drop into the Chattooga River. Clayton is also a stepping stone to the Black Rock Mountain State Park and Chattahoochee National Forest with a wealth of activities to get you right back in touch with nature.

Heading further out of Clayton will bring you to the Ellicott Rock Wilderness Area, once a major Cherokee trading trail. It's perfect for hikes and exploring the waterfalls and mountains plus looking out for incredible wildlife.

Meanwhile, Tiger Mountain Vineyard is worth a drop by for tasting and tours, with views of the mountains.

Best Time to Visit Clayton

A visit in springtime will have you gazing in awe at the wildflowers and plants of the parks and mountains in this stunning natural landscape.