Cabins Near Dalton, Georgia

Located in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, Dalton, Georgia is a city with a rich Civil War history and many historic and cultural landmarks. While it has long billed itself as the "Carpet Capital of the World," the city has much more going for it than its abundance of floor-covering manufacturers. From touring historic sites such as the Tunnel Hill Heritage Center and Prater's Mill to outdoor recreation at Fort Mountain State Park and Carters Lake, this area offers something for everyone.

Fort Mountain State Park Cottages

In the Chattahoochee National Forest, this park offers 15 well-appointed cottages that are perfectly situated for a variety of outdoor activities, including hiking, mountain biking and horseback riding. Two- and three-bedroom cottages include fully equipped kitchens, fireplace, cable TV and outdoor grills. Summer activities include swimming in the nearby lake, miniature golf and pedal boat rentals.

Fort Mountain State Park Cottages
181 Fort Mountain Park Road
Chatsworth, GA 30705
(800) 864-7275
georgiastateparks.org/fortmountain

Wilderness View Cabins

On top of Fort Mountain within a 129-acre gated property, this accommodation offers 11 secluded luxury cabins with panoramic views of the Blue Ridge Mountains and the valley below. With amenities such as decks, outdoor hot tubs and fireplaces, the cabins are located next to Fort Mountain State Park and have easy access to outdoor activities such as swimming, boating, hiking, mountain biking, horseback riding and fishing.

Wilderness View Cabins
9420 Highway 52
Chatsworth, GA 30705
(706) 517-8810
wildernessviewcabins.com

Creekside Mountain Cabins

The Creekside Mountain Cabins are two privately owned cabins in uncommonly scenic locations. Each is located alongside a peaceful creek and is well-appointed with all the modern conveniences, including wood-burning fireplace, central heat and air, Wifi, LCD satellite TV, CD/DVD and VCR players and a fully equipped kitchen.

Creekside Mountain Cabins
1726 Dennis Mill Road
Chatsworth, GA 30705
(404) 405-3821
creeksidemountaincabins.com

Carters Lake Marina and Resort

Sometimes described as "Georgia's Best Kept Secret", Carters Lake offers 62 miles of shoreline as well as houseboats, pontoon boats and lakeside cabins for rent. There are offer two styles of cabins: newer luxury cabins and older family style cabins, but both styles offer spectacular lake views and dock access.

Carters Lake Marina and Resort
575 Marina Rd
Chatsworth, GA 30705
(706) 276-4891
carterslake.com

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Article Written By Courtnay Stout Brown

Based in Seattle, Courtnay Stout Brown has been a professional writer since 2004. Now covering travel and technology for USA Today Travel Tips and other online publications, she has also contributed to daily newspapers in Phoenix and Seattle. Brown holds a B.A. in social science from Washington State University.

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