Title: Visit Carlton: 2026 Travel Guide for Carlton, Georgia | Expedia.com [Hotels in Carlton](https://expedia.com/Carlton-Hotels.d553248634998626971.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Vacation Rentals in Carlton](https://expedia.com/Carlton-Vacation-Rentals.d553248634998626971.Travel-Guide-VacationRentals)[Car Rentals in Carlton](https://expedia.com/Car-Rentals-In-Carlton.d553248634998626971.Car-Rental-Guide)[Carlton Vacation Packages](https://expedia.com/Carlton.d553248634998626971.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Carlton, GA ## Travel Guide ![One of the most picturesque state parks in Georgia, Watson Mill Bridge contains the longest covered bridge in the state, spanning 229 feet across the South Fork River. Built in 1885 by Washington (W.W.) King, son of freed slave and famous covered-bridge builder Horace King, the bridge is supported by a town lattice truss system held firmly together with wooden pins. At one time, Georgia had more than 200 covered bridges; today, less than 20 remain ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532656514/27cde94a-94d0-4f6b-b427-6195f99aaed9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![One of the most picturesque state parks in Georgia, Watson Mill Bridge contains the longest covered bridge in the state, spanning 229 feet across the South Fork River. Built in 1885 by Washington (W.W.) King, son of freed slave and famous covered-bridge builder Horace King, the bridge is supported by a town lattice truss system held firmly together with wooden pins. At one time, Georgia had more than 200 covered bridges; today, less than 20 remain ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532656514/27cde94a-94d0-4f6b-b427-6195f99aaed9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Built in 1885 and spanning 229 feet. What's wonderful about this covered bridge, besides it's beautiful setting, is that you can still drive or walk across it. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532656514/40125c98-c14b-49dd-a4b2-71bee839400d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Not many of these old bridges are still around. This one is in excellent condition. Great place to go play in the water and picnic.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532656514/bf2c8c5d-c505-4936-aded-eca4f48b509a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Carlton ![](https://forever.travel-assets.com/flex/flexmanager/images/2026/02/06/expedia-sale-2026-desktop-us-ca.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1400&h=600&q=mediumHigh) ## The Annual Vacation Sale Members save up to 40% on hotels and homes. Plan this year’s big trip and save. 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(377 reviews) The room was very comfortable and all of the staff was very helpful and friendly Reviewed on Feb 18, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=3%2F18%2F2026&endDate=3%2F19%2F2026&selected=19672351&PinnedHotelID=19672351&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248634998626971) ![Econo Lodge Elberton](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/23300/23206/cc3260f7_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Econo Lodge Elberton 970 Elbert Street Elberton GA $61 nightly $75 total Mar 1 - Mar 2 Total with taxes and fees Stay at this hotel in Elberton. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Elberton First Baptist Church and Town Square are ... 6.6/10 (220 reviews) We could literally see daylight thru the bottom of our door. The curtain rod I think was broke 😂 all we could do was laugh. 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Enjoy laundry facilities, patios, and an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions Sanford Stadium and Athens-Clarke ... 10/10 Exceptional! (148 reviews) The stay was comfortable, clean, and we had a great night's sleep! Reviewed on Feb 9, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Athens-Hotels-College-Town-Retreat-Close-To-UGA-And-Downtown.h37807168.Hotel-Information) ![Renovated Cottage on 5 Acres near Athens!](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95810000/95806900/95806820/2780237b_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Renovated Cottage on 5 Acres near Athens! Arnoldsville GA Stay at this vacation home in Arnoldsville. Enjoy a garden, laundry facilities, and patios. Popular attraction Athens-Clarke County Tennis Center is located ... 10/10 Exceptional! (29 reviews) Very clean, nice accommodations Reviewed on Feb 23, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Arnoldsville-Hotels-Renovated-Cottage-On-65-Acres-Near-Athens.h95806820.Hotel-Information) ![A Spacious Place for Everyone. 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Built in 1885 by Washington (W.W.) King, son of freed slave and famous covered-bridge builder Horace King, the bridge is supported by a town lattice truss system held firmly together with wooden pins. At one time, Georgia had more than 200 covered bridges; today, less than 20 remain ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532656514/27cde94a-94d0-4f6b-b427-6195f99aaed9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Comer - Cities near Carlton - Places of interest [Comer](https://expedia.com/Comer.dx6023544) - [University of Georgia ](https://expedia.com/University-Of-Georgia-Athens.d6091171.Vacation-Attraction) - [Richard B. 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