Amusements

• Burt's Farm
  4801 Highway 52 • Dawsonville, GA 30534
  706-265-3701, 800-600-BURT
  The fall season is not complete without a trip to Burt's Farm, which offers an impressive selection of every type of pumpkin, winter squash, gourds and fall decoration. Hayrides and fieldtrips are available. Be sure to check out the "barn" store for fresh baked pumpkin pie, jams, candied popcorn, and other goodies.  more...  map

• Uncle Shucks Corn Maze & Pumpkin Patch
  Located on Highway 53 East
  770-772-6223, 888-OSHUCKS
  A ten acre corn maze that is a fun family activity for both the young and the old is located at this amazing venue that also offers pony rides on weekends in October. A hay bale maze is also available for children. more...  map

Historic Homes & Buildings

• Dawson County Courthouse (circa 1859)
  Located On the Square
  706-265-6278
  Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, this Greek Revival style building features wide cornices, symmetrical facades, and double hung windows. An array of historic documents, local relics, and Indian artifacts are housed inside the courthouse.  map

• Dawsonville Old Jail (circa 1881)
  Located off the Square in Downtown Dawsonville
  706-265-6278
  The local Welcome Center and Chamber offices are located inside this historic building that is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Visitors are welcome to tour the old prison cells and former living quarters of the county sheriff.  map

Museums & Galleries

• Bowen Center for the Arts
  334 Highway 9 North • Dawsonville, GA 30534
  706-216-2787
  Located in a historic 5,000 square foot building built in the post-depression era, this arts center is a beautiful showcase for fine art and exhibits by Georgia artists are shown year round. The center features three galleries, art education classes and events for all ages, and an artists' co-op gift shop. more...  map

Parks, Gardens & Zoos

• Kangaroo Conservation Center
  222 Bailey Waters Road • Dawsonville, GA 30534
  706-265-6100
  Enjoy entertaining and educational guided tours of the largest kangaroo collection outside Australia while at this center where you can learn about kangaroo biology and husbandry as you view animals in an “Outback” style, 87 acre wildlife preserve which is situated in the picturesque Southern Appalachian Mountains. more...  map