Fort Mountain State Park Tours

Nice overlook on Fort Mountain Spring is in full season.

The view from the Fort Mountain over look all night GA Hwy 52.

The stone staircase to the overlook at Fort Mountain State Park. This set of stairs climbs to a large mysterious old stone tower. The loop trail is about a mile and the overlook is beautiful as well.

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Fort Mountain

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Fort Mountain during your travels in Chatsworth. Discover the area's mountain views and shops.

During the 1790s, James Vann became a Cherokee Indian leader and wealthy businessman. He established the largest and most prosperous plantation in the Cherokee Nation, covering 1,000 acres of what is now Murray County. In 1804 he completed construction of a beautiful 2 ½-story brick home that was the most elegant in the Cherokee Nation. After Vann was murdered in 1809, his son Joseph inherited the mansion and plantation. Joseph was also a Cherokee leader and became even more wealthy than his father.

In the 1830s almost the entire Cherokee Nation was forced west by state and federal troops on the infamous Trail of Tears. The Vann family lost their elegant home, rebuilding in the Cherokee Territory of Oklahoma. Today the Vann House survives as Georgia’s best-preserved historic Cherokee Indian home. A guided tour allows visitors to see the house which features beautiful hand carvings, a remarkable “floating” staircase, a 12-foot mantle and fine antiques.

Chief Vann House Historic Site

You can learn about the history of Chatsworth when you stop by Chief Vann House Historic Site. You can enjoy the coffeehouses while in the area.

Murray County Courthouse

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Murray County Courthouse is just one of the places to see in Chatsworth, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the mountain views while you're in the area.

Cohutta Overlook

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Explore the great outdoors at Cohutta Overlook, a lovely green space in Chatsworth. Discover the mountain views in this relaxing area.

AdventHealth Murray

Though AdventHealth Murray might be what brings you to town, perhaps you'll have a chance to explore more of Chatsworth while you are here.

AdventHealth Medical Group OB GYN at Chatsworth

Though AdventHealth Medical Group OB GYN at Chatsworth might be what brings you to town, perhaps you'll have a chance to explore more of Chatsworth while you are here.

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