Georiga Golf Trail

North Georgia

A Brilliant Fall Golf Destination

Brasstown Valley

As the leaves on the trees in north Georgia lose their forest green hue, golfers in the South should set their sights on a trip to North Georgia for an autumn swing through four Georgia Golf Trail golf courses which are nestled in the northern extremes of the Peach State. Those four destinations are the Sky Valley Country Club in Sky Valley, Brasstown Valley Resort & Spa in Young Harris, Innsbruck Golf Club in Helen, and the Currahee Club in Toccoa.

In addition to North Georgia’s marvelous fall scenery, these golf courses represent a refreshing change of pace from the norm. The sightseeing opportunities, accommodation choices, and dining destinations in North Georgia will also add to the appeal of your upcoming trek, which is easily accessible for those living in Atlanta and the neighboring states of Alabama, Tennessee, North Carolina, and South Carolina.

“There isn’t a better place to play golf in the fall than in North Georgia,” said Doug Hollandsworth, Founder, Georgia Golf Trail. “We have terrific mountain golf opportunities in Georgia.”

At Sky Valley (www. skyvalleycountryclub.com), the golf course sits in a valley which is totally surrounded by mountains. If you didn’t know otherwise, you might think you are in the Swiss Alps. The tee-to-green course conditions at Sky Valley are exemplary. Simply put, you will love playing golf at Sky Valley. And, when not playing golf, many Sky Valley residents also play on their own croquet court complex.

After playing at Sky Valley, head west toward Brasstown Valley (www. brasstownvalley.com) where the golf is refreshing, delightful, and scenic. The views of the surrounding mountains from the golf course are stunning. This golf course is in terrific shape. Afterwards, spend the night at the resort and eat at Brassie’s Grill. It’s a total escape!

Next, head to the Innsbruck Golf Club in Helen (www.valhallaresorthotel. com) where you’ll find true mountain golf. Some golf pundits have referred to Innsbruck as “Alpine mountain golf at its finest.” At Innsbruck, the chance to play the downhill tee-shot

Currahee Club - Hole #10

Sky Valley Country Club

Sky Valley Country Club

Brasstown Vlalley –11th green Currahee Club

on the par-three 15th hole is worth the price of admission. The Innsbruck golf experience is incomplete unless you stay at the adjacent Valhalla Hotel where you’ll be pampered and spoiled. While there, consider a trip into downtown Helen for German food. It’s tasty and delicious!

Finally, travel to Toccoa where you’ll find the Currahee Club (www. curraheeclub.com), a Jim Faziodesigned par-72, 18-hole golf course which is worthy of its championship label. Here, you have first-class accommodation options, recreational opportunities, and amazing views of the countryside. Any visit to Currahee Club will be a special, memorable experience and worth repeating. And, if you like Sky Valley and the Currahee Club enough, there are real estate purchasing options with Drake Realty which can bring you back to those locales more often. They can be your ‘home away from home’ in North Georgia.

For more information about North Georgia golf and other courses along the Georgia Golf Trail, access www.GeorgiaGolfandTravel.com.

Allyson Aris

Where were you born? Did you grow up there? I was born in New York City but grew up in Pennsylvania

What would you like to do for a living? Currently a nursing student at Galen College of Nursing and would like to pursue a career in aesthetic nursing.

Aside from golf; what do you prefer for fun and

relaxation? Hiking, hotworx (sauna workouts), spending time with family, watch my favorite childhood cartoons, listen to podcasts preferably murder mysteries.

What golf apparel do you like to wear? I usually wear a polo with a skirt and I wear mostly nike, puma, and adidas.

Whom do you most admire for their inner and outer

beauty? My best friend Destiny, she has a heart of gold.

Steak, chicken, or seafood? I love them all but if I had to pick one for the rest of my life, it would be steak

Tell us something about yourself that only your closest

friends know. I broke my leg in the middle of a cross country race when I was in high school and ultimately had to stop running.

What three things would you need to survive on a

deserted island? bug spray, sunscreen, and a hammock never run out of things to talk about and I would always feel at home if she was there with me.

What do you find to be the most annoying habit people demonstrate on the golf course? Not fixing their divots!!

Name the three most important things to you in this world.

My stuffed rabbit I have had since birth, my mother’s wedding ring, and my health.

Given the choice; would you select love, success, or money to keep yourself happy? Its cliché, but love.

What do you fear the most? My parents passing

What three people would you most like to play with in

your fantasy golf foursome? Snoop Dog, Anne Hathaway, and Tom Hanks

Movies:…comedy, drama, action, romance? Mystery

Favorite television channel? HLN

Last book you read? Ugly Love by Colleen Hoover

Favorite charity to support? FAM foundation

What else would you like for us to know about you? I am a pisces, I am going to be traveling to Europe Summer 2023, my high school superlative was “most likely to brighten your day”, I have two potbelly pigs.