9 days in Stone Mountain, Bryson City & Sparta Itinerary

Stone Mountain is a city in DeKalb County, Georgia, United States. Kick off your visit on the 12th (Tue): engage your brain at Gwinnett Environmental & Heritage Center, then surround yourself with nature on Lake Lanier Canopy Tours, and then make a splash at Cumming Aquatic Center. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: take in the views from Stone Mountain Covered Bridge, ride a horse along Yellow River Park, and then admire the majestic nature at Stone Mountain Park.

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Myakka City to Stone Mountain is an approximately 8.5-hour car ride. You can also drive. Plan for little chillier nights when traveling from Myakka City in July since evenings lows in Stone Mountain dip to 70°F. Cap off your sightseeing on the 13th (Wed) early enough to go by car to Bryson City.

The location of an old Cherokee village, Bryson City embraces a quiet side of the Great Smoky Mountains.

Start off your visit on the 14th (Thu): stroll around Chimneys Picnic Area, then take in the awesome beauty at Mount LeConte, and then head outdoors with Outdoor Activities. On the 15th (Fri), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: stroll around Oconaluftee Islands Park, identify plant and animal life at Cooper Creek Trout Farm & Pond, and then stop by Bryson City Outdoors.

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Traveling by car from Stone Mountain to Bryson City takes 3 hours. Alternatively, you can fly; or do a combination of bus and car. In July, Bryson City is little chillier than Stone Mountain - with highs of 83°F and lows of 62°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 15th (Fri) to allow time to drive to Sparta.

Sparta is a city and the county seat of White County, Tennessee, United States. Attractions like Foster Falls and Great Stone Door make great kid-friendly stops. Step off the beaten path and head to Burgess Falls State Park and Cumberland Caverns. Step out of Sparta with an excursion to Fall Creek Falls in Spencer--about 38 minutes away. Next up on the itinerary: identify plant and animal life at Virgin Falls State Natural Area, get great views at Sunset Rock Overlook, and don't miss a visit to Northfield Vineyards Winery.

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Explore your travel options from Bryson City to Sparta with the Route module. Traveling from Bryson City to Sparta, you'll gain 1 hour due to the time zone difference. Expect a daytime high around 87°F in July, and nighttime lows around 66°F. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 18th (Mon) so you can go by car back home.