Perfect getaway for nature lovers looking to engage in the following activities, but also for a peaceful and quiet place surrounded by mother nature
These places are best for nature & parks in Rabun County:
Chattahoochee National Forest.
Tallulah Gorge State Park.
Sliding Rock Cascade on Wildcat Creek.
Warwoman Dell Recreation Area.
Minnehaha Falls.

Best Things To Do Around Clayton
Warwoman Dell. This wooded hiking area includes two waterfalls along Bartram Trail – Becky Branch (shown in the title photo) and Martin Creek. It’s an easy 1.5 mile loop to Beck Branch Falls, and the kids will enjoy it.
Black Rock Mountain State Park. Black Rock Mtn is the highest state park in Georgia, offering excellent views and fun hiking trails. Just note that the park is closed in winter (usually until mid March.)
Wander North Ga. You might already follow these guys on Instagram or Facebook – they have great content! But they’re also a store in Historic Clayton. I have major love for these guys and hope to meet them in person one day!
Kudzu Factory. This man has taken that pesky kudzu and turned it into true art. We stopped by to see dinosaurs, a witch and other sculptures fabricated from kudzu and rebar.
Georgia Mountain Market. This indoor flea market covers 45,000 square feet, and it’s filled will all sorts of treasures. It’s open Fri – Sun. You can see our list of other exceptional fleas markets here.
Foxfire Museum. The Foxfire Magazine and anthologies are about the self-sufficient life of the Southern Appalachia people of long ago. Students of this program used proceeds from the book to replicate a town from this period. Visitors are free to roam the “community.” You will see homes, a chapel, workshops, and so much more.

Shops on Main Street Clayton include first class restaurants and eateries for visitors to choose from. But there’s a number of new and relaunched shops

Outdoor 76, 104 N. Main St. This shop features a hands-on customer service style run by outdoor enthusiasts From hiking & camping gear and apparel to rock climbing and kayaking necessities, to adventurers of all skill levels and truly follows their mission statement: The team of outdoor lifestyle specialists committed to excellence in sales, service and selection of outdoor lifestyle needs.

Cage Free Boutique Clayton GACage-Free Boutique, 55 N. Main St. – Just recently moving to its more spacious location, this unique boutique of stylish women’s and men’s apparel, giftware and accessories carries a little something for everyone on your gift list. Additionally housed upstairs is the new event center, Soiree on Main where visitors can attend craft workshops and special scheduled events. Or the event space also available for private rentals.

Blue Ridge Toys, 45 N. Main St. – Where Play is a Way of Life and they mean it. Featuring iconic wooden blocks, trucks, cars, dolls, dinosaurs, board games, books, stuffed animals, arts & crafts and so much more, there’s bound to be something in this shop that delights any kid (young or old!) Old fashioned personal service is one of their hallmarks

This truly one-of-a-kind venture defies description but demands an audience. Part outdoor store, part nature blog and total social connection for like-minded sojourners, The area appeals to nature enthusiasts, foodies, craft beer connoisseurs, and fun seekers of all ages. The store carries camping, hiking and fishing gear and ice cream counter and workshops from fly fishing to calligraphy. And their website is chock full of useful guides to outdoor locales, events and eateries.