Living in Georgia, we have the luxury of being able to travel just a short distance to be able to experience a lot of different activities with contrasting scenery around every corner. From the North Georgia Mountains to the beaches in South Georgia, this is a beautiful state with something to do for everyone! Summer is the time to get out of the house and do something fun, so go do it! This hand-selected list of Weekend Getaways and activities will be sure to get you away from Gwinnett this summer!
OUT OF GWINNETT
Itching to get out of the house this Summer but having trouble deciding where to go? Look no further! Without having to travel far outside of the city, this variety of activities will be sure to provide you with a plan to get away from Gwinnett!
Outdoors:
- Lake Lanier
- Walk along the Beltline in Atlanta
- Tallulah Gorge
- Hiking in the North GA Mountains
- Atlanta Botanical Gardens
- Providence Canyon State Park (little Grand Canyon)
Shopping:
- Jaemor Farms *an RPM favorite!*
- Tanger and Dawsonville North Ga Outlet Malls
- Dekalb County and Buford Hwy Farmers Markets
Activities:
- Helen (tubing, gem-mining, shopping, scenic parks)
- Lake Lanier Water Park
- Atlanta for the Day: Fox Theater, High Museum of Art, Aquarium, and Zoo
Eating:
- Lake Lanier
- Beltline in Atlanta
Weekend Trips:
If you happen to have a few days of free time, consider traveling to Georgia’s scenic coastline! Whether you want a quiet beach trip or a trip with more adventure, there is a beach town for you!
Jekyll Island/ St. Simons
- Quiet Beach trails and Historic Buildings
- Scenic Beaches (Driftwood Beach) *an RPM favorite!*
- Sea Turtle Center
- Dolphin Tours
Savannah/ Tybee Island
- Historic Parks
- Fun and Exciting Nightlife
- Ghost and Carriage Ride Tours
North Georgia Mountains
- Helen, Blue Ridge, Lake Rabun, Dahlonegah
- Beautiful Scenery
- Hiking, Walking, and Off-Roading Trails
- Camping
STAY IN GWINNETT:
Luckily, Gwinnett has a lot to offer, so you do not need to go far to find something to do. From baseball games to scenic trails, you will not have to search long for a fun and exciting activity!
- Lake Lanier- walks and hikes, restaurants
- Gwinnett Stripers Game
- Walking Trails and Parks throughout Gwinnett (Snellville, Lawrenceville, Dacula, Grayson, Lilburn)- Freemans Mill Park, McDaniel Farm Park, Vines Botanical Gardens
- Chattahoochee River- Scenic walking trails (Settles Bridge Park, Jones Bridge Park)
- Yellow River Wildlife Sanctuary
- Downtown Lawrenceville- Variety of Restaurants, shops, & parks *an RPM favorite!*
- Farmers Markets- Suwanee, Snellville
If you are looking to move into Gwinnett County, contact us today and we will find the perfect rental for you! If you own a home in Gwinnett County and would like to rent it out and have us manage your property, reach out to us and we will be glad to assist you during this process!