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Big-Canoe
is a planned, golf-resort community, located in the foothills of the North Georgia Appalachians. It is approximately one hour north of Atlanta. Recreational activities abound at Big Canoe, including golf, hiking, fishing and swimming. The beautiful Appalachians provide a stunning backdrop for activities for everyone. The unique habitats surrounding the community, including hardwood forests, meadows, lakes and evergreens results in a wide variety of bird life and wildlife. Lakes offer boating, canoeing and kayaking opportunities. Big Canoe's 27-hole championship golf course was designed by Joe Lee. It's a lovely, relaxing course that winds through peaceful valleys beside crystal clear lakes and rushing streams. In addition, the Choctaw, Cherokee and Creek 9-hole courses is for all level of players. This course also offers the sights and sounds of rushing creeks, waterfalls and abundant wildlife. The Choctaw, Cherokee and Creek course has been rated as one of the top 20 courses in Georgia. The Sconti Golf Club sponsors tournaments and special events throughout the year. Big Canoe is not all about the outdoors. It also offers fine dining in restaurants with magnificent views, and a wide variety of shopping. Country living at its best? Absolutely - at Big Canoe.
Surrounding areas: Amicalola Falls, Georgia (7.7 mi), Jasper, Georgia (8.0 mi), Dawsonville, Georgia (10.0 mi), Dahlonega, Georgia (18.1 mi), Thurmond Lake, Georgia (18.4 mi), Cumming, Georgia (19.2 mi), Ellijay, Georgia (19.8 mi)
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Big Canoe Vacation Rentals
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Big Canoe Hotels and Resorts
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| Microtel Inn And Suites | 171 H Mullins Ct | Jasper, GA | 8.0 mi. | (706) 299-5500 | | Super 8 | 100 Whitefield | Jasper, GA | 8.0 mi. | (706) 253-3297 | | Super 8-dawsonville | 205 N CTR Ln | Dawsonville, GA | 10.0 mi. | (706) 216-6801 | | Best Western Dawson Village Inn | 76 N Georgia Ave | Dawsonville, GA | 15.4 mi. | (706) 216-4410 | | Comfort Inn | 127 Beartooth Pkwy | Dawsonville, GA | 15.7 mi. | (706) 216-1900 | | Comfort Inn | 138 Keith Dr | Canton, GA | 17.1 mi. | (770) 345-1994 | | Days Inn Canton | 291 Ball Ground Rd | Canton, GA | 17.1 mi. | (770) 479-0301 | | Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites | 713 Transit Ave | Canton, GA | 17.3 mi. | (770) 479-7300 | | Howard Johnson Dahlonega | 1010 MTN Dr | Dahlonega, GA | 18.1 mi. | (706) 864-4343 | | Days Inn Dahlonega | 1065 Chestatee St | Dahlonega, GA | 18.3 mi. | (706) 864-2338 | | Holiday Inn Express | 835 S Chestatee St | Dahlonega, GA | 18.3 mi. | (706) 867-7777 | | Stratford Motor Inn | 79 Maddox Cir | Ellijay, GA | 18.8 mi. | (706) 276-1080 | | Hampton Inn Atlanta/Cumming Ga | 915 Northside Forsyth Dr | Cumming, GA | 19.2 mi. | (770) 889-0877 | | Sun Suites Of Cumming | 555 Lake Center Pkwy | Cumming, GA | 20.0 mi. | (770) 781-5550 | | Holiday Inn Express | 835 Buford Rd | Cumming, GA | 20.9 mi. | (770) 889-4600 | | Comfort Suites | 905 Buford Rd | Cumming, GA | 21.3 mi. | (770) 889-4141 | | Pine Crest Motor Lodge | 2330 Holly Springs Pkwy | Canton, GA | 22.7 mi. | (770) 345-5521 | | Courtyard-alpharetta | 12655 Deerfield Pkwy | Alphareetta, GA | 24.8 mi. | (800) 321-2211 | | Springhill Suites By Marriott Atlanta/Alpharetta | 12730 Deerfield Pkwy | Alpharetta, GA | 24.8 mi. | (770) 751-6900 | | Amerisuites-Alpharetta/Nortel Pkwy | 12505 Nortel Pkwy | Alpharetta, GA | 25.2 mi. | (678) 339-0505 | | Hampton Inn & Suites | 16785 Old Morris Rd | Alpharetta, GA | 25.3 mi. | (678) 393-0990 | | Marriott-marriott- Alpharetta | 5750 Windward Pkwy | Alpharetta, GA | 25.3 mi. | (770) 754-9600 | | Renaissance Pineisle Resort | 9000 Holiday Rd | Lake Lanier Islands, GA | 25.4 mi. | (770) 945-8921 | | Holiday Inn Express | 5455 Windward Pkwy W | Alpharetta, GA | 25.5 mi. | (770) 664-6661 | | Residence Inn By Marriott Alpharetta | 5465 Windward Pkwy W | Alpharetta, GA | 25.5 mi. | (770) 664-0664 | | Windward Place | 3080 Market PL | Alpharetta, GA | 25.5 mi. | (770) 751-0202 | | Emerald Pointe Resort & Conference Center | 7000 Holiday Rd | Buford, GA | 25.5 mi. | (770) 945-8787 | | Lake Lanier Islands Hilton Resort | 7000 Holiday Rd | Lake Lanier Islands, GA | 25.5 mi. | (404) 945-8787 | | Amerisuites Windward | 5595 Windward Pkwy | Alpharetta, GA | 25.6 mi. | (770) 343-9566 | | Amerisuites North Point | 7500 North Point Pkwy | Alpharetta, GA | 25.7 mi. | (770) 594-8788 | | Doubletree Hotel | 2925 Jordon Ct | Alpharetta, GA | 26.4 mi. | (678) 347-0022 | | Embassy Suites Alpharetta | 5955 N Point Pkwy | Alpharetta, GA | 26.4 mi. | (678) 566-8800 | | Hilton Garden Inn Atlanta North Point | 10975 Georgia Ln | Alpharetta, GA | 26.4 mi. | (678) 566-3900 | | Hilton Garden Inn-atlanta Windward | 4025 Windward PLZ Dr | Alpharetta, GA | 26.4 mi. | (770) 360-7766 | | Residence Inn By Marriott | 1325 North Pointe Dr | Alpharetta, GA | 26.4 mi. | (770) 587-1151 | | Staybridge Suites | 3980 N PT Pkwy | Alpharetta, GA | 26.4 mi. | (770) 569-7200 | | The Views At Morris Lake | 3437 Lathenview | Alpharetta, GA | 26.4 mi. | (770) 641-8393 | | Extended Stay Deluxe | 3329 Old Milton Pkwy | Alpharetta, GA | 26.9 mi. | (770) 569-1730 | | Studioplus | 3331 Old Milton Pkwy | Alpharetta, GA | 26.9 mi. | (770) 475-7871 | | Towneplace Suites By Marriott | 7925 Westside Pkwy | Alpharetta, GA | 27.0 mi. | (770) 664-1300 |
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Big Canoe Weather & Climate
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North-Central Georgia, like most of the state, is classified as having a humid subtropical climate. The Chattahoochee River divides the state into separate climatic regions with the mountains to the north being colder than the rest of Georgia. The average temperature for north-central Georgia in winter is 39 degrees F. There is little snowfall in the state, although northern and central Georgia receives more than other areas. Many summer days exceed 90 degrees F., with humidity. Rainfall is widespread and September and October are the driest months. Severe weather in the form of tornadoes and cyclones are possible, but not common.
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Low Temp |
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Ocean Temp |
| January |
47°F |
29°F |
6.24 in. |
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| February |
52°F |
31°F |
5.47 in. |
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| March |
60°F |
39°F |
6.66 in. |
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| April |
68°F |
45°F |
4.81 in. |
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| May |
76°F |
53°F |
4.85 in. |
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| June |
82°F |
61°F |
4.60 in. |
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| July |
85°F |
65°F |
5.11 in. |
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| August |
84°F |
64°F |
4.87 in. |
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| September |
79°F |
58°F |
4.43 in. |
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| October |
69°F |
47°F |
4.22 in. |
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| November |
59°F |
39°F |
4.79 in. |
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| December |
50°F |
32°F |
5.40 in. |
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Big Canoe Map & Transportation
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The closest airports in the area are Gwinnett County Briscoe Field (LZU) located about 37 miles south of Big Canoe in Lawrenceville, Georgia, the Dekalb Peachtree airport (PDK) located approximately 40 miles south of Big Canoe in Atlanta, Georgia, the Richard B Russell airport (RMG) located roughly 50 miles west of Big Canoe in Rome, Georgia, the Hartsfield Jackson Atlanta International airport (ATL) located around 56 miles south of Big Canoe in Atlanta, Georgia, and finally Lovell Field (CHA) located about 65 miles northwest of Big Canoe in Chattanooga, Tennessee.
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Big Canoe Attractions
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| | | Amusement and Theme Parks |
| American Adventures | Marietta | GA | 37.9 mi. | | | Stone Mountain Park | Stone Mountain | GA | 45.3 mi. | | | Six Flags Over Georgia | Austell | GA | 48.7 mi. | | | Lakewood Fairgrounds | Atlanta | GA | 49.2 mi. | | | Lake Winnepesaukah | Rossville | GA | 67.3 mi. | | | Cherokee Fun Park | Cherokee | NC | 89.4 mi. | | | Santa's Land | Cherokee | NC | 89.4 mi. | |
| | | Water Parks |
| Lake Lanier Island Beach & Water Park | Lake Lanier Island | GA | 24.2 mi. | | | White Water Park | Marietta | GA | 37.9 mi. | |
| | | Golf Courses |
| Arrowhead Country Club | Jasper | GA | 7.3 mi. | | | Chestatee Golf Club | Dawsonville | GA | 10.5 mi. | | | Nicklaus Golf Club At Birch River | Dahlonega | GA | 18.3 mi. | | | Bridge Mill Athletic Club | Canton | GA | 19.4 mi. | | | Whitepath Golf Club | Ellijay | GA | 19.4 mi. | | | Woodmont Golf & Country Club | Canton | GA | 19.4 mi. | | | Country Land Golf Course | Cumming | GA | 19.7 mi. | | | Hampton Golf Village | Cumming | GA | 19.7 mi. | | | Windermere Golf Club | Cumming | GA | 19.7 mi. | | | Chattahoochee Golf Club | Gainesville | GA | 25.3 mi. | | | Crooked Creek Golf Club | Alpharetta | GA | 26.7 mi. | | | RiverPines Golf Course | Alpharetta | GA | 26.7 mi. | | | Trophy Club of Atlanta | Alpharetta | GA | 26.7 mi. | | | Cherokee Golf Center | Woodstock | GA | 27.7 mi. | | | Eagle Watch Golf Club | Woodstock | GA | 27.7 mi. | | | Golf Club at Bradshaw Farm | Woodstock | GA | 27.7 mi. | | | Towne Lake Hills Golf Club | Woodstock | GA | 27.7 mi. | | | Royal Lakes Golf & Country Club | Flowery Branch | GA | 28.4 mi. | | | Chicopee Woods Golf Course | Gainesville | GA | 29.1 mi. | |
| | | Ski Areas |
| Scaly Mountain | Scaly Mountain | NC | 67.2 mi. | | | Cataloochee | Maggie Valley | NC | 99.6 mi. | |
| | | State Parks |
| Amicalola Falls State Park | | GA | 7.7 mi. | | | Vogel State Park | | GA | 28.7 mi. | | | Fort Mountain State Park | | GA | 31.0 mi. | | | George Washington Carver State Park | | GA | 31.0 mi. | | | Red Top Mountain State Park | | GA | 32.1 mi. | | | Unicoi State Park | | GA | 37.1 mi. | |
| | | Museums |
| Kennesaw Civil War Museum | Kennesaw | GA | 35.3 mi. | (History) | | Robert C. Williams American Museum of Papermaking | Atlanta | GA | 49.2 mi. | (Technology) | | Hammonds House Galleries & Resource Center OF African American Art | Atlanta | GA | 49.2 mi. | (Art) | | Museum of Contemporary Art of Georgia - MOCA|GA | Atlanta | GA | 49.2 mi. | (Art) | | Oglethorpe University Museum | Atlanta | GA | 49.2 mi. | (Art) | | Oglethorpe University Museum | Atlanta | GA | 49.2 mi. | (Art) | | Pasarya Museum of Art | Atlanta | GA | 49.2 mi. | (Art) | | Atlanta History Center | Atlanta | GA | 49.2 mi. | (History) | | Martha Berry Museum | Rome | GA | 51.8 mi. | (History) |
| | | Zoos and Aquariums |
| Zoo Atlanta | Atlanta | GA | 49.2 mi. | | | Tennessee Aquarium | Chattanooga | TN | 70.8 mi. | | | Warner Park Zoo | Chattanooga | TN | 70.8 mi. | | | Knoxville Zoological Gardens | Knoxville | TN | 106.0 mi. | | | Greenville Zoo | Greenville | SC | 111.1 mi. | |
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