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...

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...

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.

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.

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... 

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...