Lumpkin County, Georgia
Recreation
Dahlonega
offers a variety of recreational activities including organized
programs, parks, nature and hiking trails and camping areas.
The county maintains a boat ramp on Lake Lanier which provides
public access to many boating activities. With a third of
the county in the Chattahoochee N.F., outdoor enthusiasts
make this county "Destination One" for canoeing,
kayaking, trout fishing and horseback riding. Cyclists from
around the globe come to experience the challenging route
through Lumpkin County that Lance Armstrong helped make famous
in the Tour de Georgia. Golfers will also find a championship
course nestled in the Chestatee River Valley.
Economy
High on the list of emerging Georgia communities, Lumpkin
County holds the anchor position on the Georgia 400 northern
growth corridor. Offering easy access to Atlanta, only 71
miles up Ga. 400 has poised the County for growth at home.
The County's growth is attributed to families, retirees and
second home owners. With major industries such as Mohawk Industries
& Timkin US Corporation located in Lumpkin, as well as
a large country club residential community, the county is
preparing for the inevitable expansion that will come from
its Ga.400 location.
Education
Strong community and business support, dedicated educators,
and strong leadership combine to ensure that more than seventy
percent of Lumpkin County's public school students seek higher
learning after graduation, exceeding the state average by
several points. Lumpkin county students currently attend three
elementary schools, one middle and one high school. The county
also has the only four year public institution of higher education
in Northeast Georgia, North Georgia College and State University.
Lumpkin County's short driving distance to Atlanta gives residents
convenient access to Georgia Tech & Emory University's
campus as well.
Housing
The median home price in all of Lumpkin County is $101,000,
whereas the median home value in Dahlonega, the county seat
is $168,000. Lumpkin County boasts plenty of raw land, both
independent acreage and subdivision lots for home construction.
You will also find active swim/tennis neighborhoods, exclusive
gated executive communities, and golf course developments.
Retirement
The small town life and gorgeous scenery make Lumpkin County
a popular retirement locale. A strong economic market, organized
activities & groups, and idyllic surroundings make it
an ideal area for retirement and senior living. Located only
an hour from big city amenities, services and healthcare,
make for strong retirement community living.
Reference
Dahlonega - Lumpkin County Chamber of Commerce,13 South Park
Street, Dahlonega, Georgia, 30533. Telephone: 706-864-3711
and 706-864-7917. www.dahlonega.org
Discover Dahlonega & Lumpkin County - Newcomers Guide
Elevation
Lumpkin County ranges from 4,400 feet at the Appalachian summits
to 1070 feet elevation on the shore of Lake Sidney Lanier.
Weather (Averages)
The average annual temperature is a high of 69° F. and
a low of 57° F. The record high of 103°F was reached
on July 29, 1952 and the record low of -11°F was reached
on February 13, 1899. The warmest month is July averaging
75.5 °F, and the coldest is January averaging 39.2°F.
The average number of days reaching above 90°F is 24,
and the average number of days reaching below 32°F is
77. This is considered a very moderate climate with 4 distinct
seasons.
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