Clayton, GA

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Clayton
Foxfire Museum featuring a small town or village and heritage elements
Clayton
Foxfire Museum featuring a house and forests
Clayton
Vacation in a mountain town known for its pioneer heritage, winemaking, forests, waterfalls, and a long and deep, rocky gorge.

Enjoy gorgeous views, fresh mountain air, outdoor pursuits and scenic surroundings when you visit Clayton. This small attractive town in Georgia's Blue Ridge Mountains boasts expansive state parks, vineyards and historical buildings.

Take advantage of the beautiful scenery that surrounds Clayton. Explore waterfalls, streams and forests on trails that pass throughBlack Rock Mountain State Park. VisitTallulah Gorge State Parkand hike to the bottom of the gorge floor, which is nearly 1,000 feet (305 meters) deep in places. Look down into the Tallulah River from the suspension bridge that hangs 80 feet (24 meters) above the roaring water. Go swimming inLake Burtonand try whitewater rafting on theChattooga River. Fish atAndy's Trout Farm at the foot of the Appalachian Mountains.

The landscapes in and around Clayton give rise to vineyards, which produce an abundance of wines. Join a wine tasting adventure at12 Spies Vineyards,Tiger Mountain VineyardsandStonewall Creek Vineyards. Sip artisan-crafted whiskey and vodka atMoonrise Distillery.

Familiarize yourself with the town by taking the self-guided Historic Clayton Walking Tour. The route encompasses 18 historic buildings, including a gas station built by former professional basketball players in 1928. Browse clothing, home decor, accessory shops and many more on a downtown shopping expedition.

Drive lessthan 4 miles (6.4 kilometers) north of Clayton to theFoxfire Museum and Heritage Centerfor a window into the pioneer culture of the Southern Appalachians. Visit authentic pioneer cabins, view artifacts such as tools and furniture and learn about the lives of people who lived in the wilderness nearly 200 years ago.

Clayton lies 76 miles (122 kilometers) from Athens and 107 miles (172 kilometers) from Atlanta, the state capital. Come for a daytrip, long weekend or extended vacation and enjoy the impressive scenery, outdoor adventures and fascinating history.

Where to stay in Clayton

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Screamer Mountain

5/5(1 area review)

While there might not be top attractions in Screamer Mountain, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Kingwood Resort Golf and Rabun County Golf Club.

Screamer Mountain
Days Inn by Wyndham Clayton
Days Inn by Wyndham Clayton
2 out of 5
54 Hwy 441 North, Clayton, GA
$71 nightly
The price is $88 total per night from Jul 23 to Jul 24
$88 total
Jul 23 - Jul 24
Total includes taxes and fees
Stay at this motel in Clayton. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. Popular ...
6.8/10 (799 reviews)
"I was impressed that the owner was so involved in supervision and actively performing daily room refreshing duties. The new furniture and our room remodel was very well done."

Reviewed on Jul 10, 2025

Days Inn by Wyndham Clayton
Americas Best Value Inn Clayton
Americas Best Value Inn Clayton
2 out of 5
698 Highway 441 South, Clayton, GA
$75 nightly
The price is $92 total per night from Jul 14 to Jul 15
$92 total
Jul 14 - Jul 15
Total includes taxes and fees
Stay at this motel in Clayton. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
7.8/10 Good! (854 reviews)
"Clean and quiet"

Reviewed on Jun 18, 2025

Americas Best Value Inn Clayton
Bridge Creek Inn
Bridge Creek Inn
2.5 out of 5
60 S Main St, Clayton, GA
$153 nightly
The price is $183 total per night from Jul 14 to Jul 15
$183 total
Jul 14 - Jul 15
Total includes taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in Clayton. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions Main ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (155 reviews)
Lovely.
"The hotel was lovely. Beautiful, quaint little town. Clean and safe. Staff went above and beyond. Loved it!"

Reviewed on Jul 9, 2025

Bridge Creek Inn
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Affordable Cute Clean, Close to downtown, hikes, falls, fishing, rafting
Affordable Cute Clean, Close to downtown, hikes, falls, fishing, rafting
Clayton
Stay at this cabin in Clayton. Enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, and patios. Popular attractions Main Street Gallery and Rabun County Golf Club are located ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (94 reviews)
"Amazin"

Reviewed on Jun 25, 2025

Affordable Cute Clean, Close to downtown, hikes, falls, fishing, rafting
Alpine Crest Resort
Alpine Crest Resort
3.5 out of 5
273 Carrie Cox Dr, Helen, GA
Stay at this 3.5-star aparthotel in Helen. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a picnic area. Popular attractions Helen Tubing & Helen Water Park and Unicoi Hill ...
7.4/10 Good! (127 reviews)
"It was just a place to stay, the pool table wasn't in working order,the pond was over grown and about dried up. The water slides is not in working order,the workout equipment was broken.the place was over ran with flies.it was dusty and covered with cob webs."

Reviewed on Jul 9, 2025

Alpine Crest Resort
Foxhunt at Sapphire Valley
Foxhunt at Sapphire Valley
3.5 out of 5
127 B Cherokee Trail, Sapphire, NC
Stay at this 3.5-star golf condo in Sapphire. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (409 reviews)
"The property was clean, safe and great for our family. Please note that the pool and other amenities are over a mile away in a different neighborhood."

Reviewed on Jul 9, 2025

Foxhunt at Sapphire Valley
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Clayton

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5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

I wanna move to Clayton. It is an amazing little town.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Will see you next yr❤️

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Loved Clayton. Had a great meal at Fortify Pi and walked around. Music and fireworks. Great little town.

5/5 - Excellent

Deloris

I was very impressed with the town people very friendly and helpful . Love the waterfalls at the state park.And the food in the restaurants .......i never had country cooking it was really good . I can't wait to visit again

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

Great little town.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

The town is great but we did not have any good experiences with the food! Rumor Hazit was horrible. We didnt our food. We were served whole baby squid as calamari. We left after waiting for our food for hour and it never came.

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