Clarkesville, GA, is a small town with views of the Blue Ridge Mountains and a strong sense of community. The town hosts the annual Mountain Laurel Festival, celebrating its natural surroundings. Clarkesville's housing options include mid-to-late 20th-century ranch-style and split-level homes, contemporary colonials, and mountain cabins. Many homes feature vaulted ceilings, sizable windows, and garages, with some offering private water access on Lake Burton. The town's schools, including Clarkesville Elementary, North Habersham Middle, and Habersham Central High School, are highly rated. Attractions in Clarkesville include Moccasin Creek State Park, which offers boating, fishing, and wildlife observation, and Hemlock Falls Trail, known for its waterfalls. Downtown Clarkesville is walkable, with small businesses, boutiques, restaurants, and art studios lining the streets. Popular dining spots include Kaboblicious and The Copper Pot. The town also hosts events like the First Friday Downtown Fun concert series. Clarkesville is car-dependent, with access to State Highways 17, 115, and 197, and U.S. Route 23. Northeast Georgia Medical Center Habersham is nearby, and Athens-Ben Epps Airport is 55 miles south, while Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport is 92 miles southwest.
