Papa John's

Dahlonega is the county seat of Lumpkin County, Georgia. The city is located at the northern end of Georgia State Route 400, which connects Dahlonega to Atlanta, some 60 miles southwest. The city also benefits from being just over 18 miles northwest of Gainesville. The town is known for its historic town square, where many local festivals take place. The town is also under five miles from Lake Lanier, a popular destination that attracts over 10 million people every year. Further, Lumpkin County is home to several vineyards and wineries. These amenities make Dahlonega a relatively bustling tourist attraction in the state of Georgia. Site of the first major U.S. Gold Rush and the Heart of Georgia Wine Country, Dahlonega offers an authentic, mountain getaway only an hour north of Atlanta. Nestled in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, Dahlonega offers expansive mountain vistas, roaring waterfalls and bubbling streams, postcard-worthy wineries, and an abundance of entertainment. Whether your perfect day involves wading knee-deep in the river panning for gold, strolling through art galleries, shopping in one-of-a-kind boutiques, or sipping perfection expressed in Georgia wine, Dahlonega is guaranteed to please. Experience historic tours and attractions, stroll our delightful Downtown -- listed on the Historic Register -- adventure through the Chattahoochee National Forest, and enjoy live music, theater, and arts entertainment year-round at venues and seasonal festivals. When the sun goes down, rest your head at one of our relaxing lodging accommodations. Guests and locals alike enjoy outstanding arts and gold medal wineries, original architecture and gold history attractions, a Golden Bear signature golf course and the University of North Georgia with its signature gold steeple. As a destination hub in the heart of the North Georgia Mountains, Dahlonega plays host to year-round weddings, waterfall and wildlife seekers, and world-renowned bicycling events.