GA-197 Scenic Highway
A 30-mile two-lane road running north from Clarkesville through Batesville and the Soque River corridor to US-76 at Lake Burton. Known locally as the Old Moonshine Highway, the road starts as mildly rolling Appalachian foothills before becoming progressively twistier as elevation rises into Rabun County. The northern half borders Lake Burton's eastern shore, offering cool lake breezes and forest shade. LaPrade's Marina at Lake Burton is a classic lunch stop for riders.
What you'll hit along the way.
Rider-verified stops, overlooks, fuel, and the corners worth knowing about — in the order you'll meet them.
Shorts Mill
Small community marking the southern start of the GA-197 corridor through the Georgia mountains.
Clarkesville
Charming small town with historic architecture, local shops, and services near the route's end.
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