We have more information on waterfalls, trails, and surrounding areas you may want to visit. Send us an e-mail and we will help you get more information on whatever interests you. There are also several binders at Tara’s Treehouse which are filled with activities in Clayton and the surrounding areas.
Whitewater Rafting – Guided raft trips March to November on the famous Chattooga River in Rabun County and others in surrounding areas.
- Carolina Outfitters Rafting (828) 488-6345 or (800) 468-7238 www.carolinaoutfitters.com
Rafting on the Nantahala, guide assisted or unguided trips, all equipment and transportation provided. Trips March-November. - Rolling Thunder River Company (800) 408-7238 www.rollingthunderriverco.com
Guided whitewater rafting trips down the Oconee River and the Nantahala River. Outposts in McCaysville, GA and Nantahala Gorge in North Carolina. Reservations needed. - Southeastern Expeditions (404) 329-0433 or (800) 868-7238 www.southeasternraft.com
Section IV has over 30 rapids. Motor tow across 2 mile lake. Section III trip ideal for novices. Outpost 7 miles east of Clayton on Hwy. 76. Reservations. - Wildwater, Ltd. (864) 647-9587 or (800) 451-9972 www.wildwaterrafting.com
Half day, one day and overnight raft trips on the Chattooga River. Beginner, advanced and overnight trips on Sections III and IV. Includes guides, equipment, transportation and lunch. Ages 8 and up. - Nantahala Outdoor Center (828) 488-6900 or (800) 232-7238 www.noc.com
Section III (minimum age 10) and Section IV (minimum age 13). Professional guides, quality equipment, lunch and transportation. Reservations. - Cool River Tubing Company
590 Edelweiss Strasse
Helen, GA 30545
(706) 878-2655
(800) 896-4595 - Helen Tubing
9917 Hwy 75N
Helen, GA 30545
(706) 878-1082
Horseback Riding
- Dillard House Stables
Located at the famous Dillard House. Beautiful and fun trail rides for beginners as well as experienced horsemen. Open daily, year-round. Reservations requested. Dillard, GA.
(706) 746-2038
www.dillardhousestables.com - Willis Knob Horse Camp & Trail
27.5 miles of riding and hiking trails. 20 stalls for horse owners. Off Warwoman Rd. in Clayton, GA. Reservations. Operated by the USFS.
(706) 754-6221 not sure about this number, couldn’t get through to verify validity
www.fs.fed.us/conf/ - Smokey Mountain Stables
Located between Clayton and Tallulah Falls, the stables offer wooded trails, and group rides. Horses allowed to canter and run. Lessons by appointment. Kids of all ages welcome. Open daily except Wednesday 10am to 7pm.
(706) 782-5836 - Sunburst Stables
Near Lake Burton in Habersham County. Founded in 1980. Sunburst Stables is dedicated to enjoying horses and friends here in the beautiful Georgia mountains. Come enjoy riding quality trails through thousands of acres of the Chattahoochee National Forest.
www.sunburststables.com
(706) 947-4133
(800) 806-1953
Golfing
- Kingwood Resort
Eighteen hole course located on Highway 76 East. Lodging also available.
(706) 212-4100
www.kingwood-resort.com - Rabun County Country Club
9 hole golf course. South on Main Street/Old 441. Clayton, GA.
(706) 782-5500 - Sky Valley Resort
Championship eighteen holes, par 36 each 9. Sky Valley, GA.
(706) 746-5303
www.skyvalley.com
Boating
- Anchorage Outboard Marine
Lake Burton – Pontoon, Ski and Jet Skis
(706) 782-3013 - Marks Marine
Lake Burton – Pontoon Boats
(706) 782-5565 - Gil’s Marine
Lake Burton – Pontoon Boats
(706) 947-1465 - Interstate Boat Rentals
Lake Burton – Lake Seed – Lake Burton
Pontoons, Ski Boats and Jon Boats
(706) 782-4754