5 days in Historic High Country Itinerary

Ellijay is a city in Gilmer County, Georgia, United States. On the 1st (Sat), relax in the rural setting at Panorama Orchards & Farm Market, then gain insight at Build an Ark Animal Rescue, then do a tasting at Engelheim Vineyards, and finally experience rural life at Mountain Valley Farm. Here are some ideas for day two: let the kids burn off some steam at Vets Memorial Park, then relax in the rural setting at Mercier Orchards, then take a memorable tour with Tours, and finally kick your exploration up a notch at some of the top local zipline courses and adventure parks.

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Thomaston to Ellijay is an approximately 3-hour car ride. In August in Ellijay, expect temperatures between 85°F during the day and 67°F at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 3rd (Mon) early enough to drive to Fort Oglethorpe.

Fort Oglethorpe is a city predominantly in Catoosa County with some portions in Walker County in the U.S. Start off your visit on the 3rd (Mon): get great views at Rock City, then take in nature's colorful creations at Rock City Gardens, and then take in the history at Chickamauga and Chattanooga National Military Park.

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You can drive from Ellijay to Fort Oglethorpe in 1.5 hours. In August, daily temperatures in Fort Oglethorpe can reach 89°F, while at night they dip to 70°F. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 4th (Tue) so you can go by car to Cartersville.

Cartersville is a city in Bartow County in the U.S. Start off your visit on the 4th (Tue): explore the world behind art at Booth Western Art Museum, then get a new perspective on nature at Tellus Science Museum, then admire the majestic nature at Red Top Mountain State Park, and finally don't miss a visit to Euharlee Covered Bridge.

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Getting from Fort Oglethorpe to Cartersville by car takes about 1.5 hours. In August in Cartersville, expect temperatures between 89°F during the day and 67°F at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 5th (Wed) to allow enough time to travel back home.