The Skeenah Creek Mill. GA Hwy. 60, Fannin County
Tortuous, winding Georgia Highway 60 north of Dahlonega is a mountain driving experience you won't quickly forget. But the route takes you through some lovely scenery and treats you to one of North Georgia's hidden gems.
In 1832, Willis Rabun Woody moved his family to the beautiful, remote valley called "Skeenah" by the Cherokees, meaning "Big Bear." Ten years later, in 1848, he built the little mill that still stands on Skeenah Creek. Although the mill is not currently in operation, it is well maintained and the wheel is still moving.
The mill is behind the Skeenah Creek Campground, and even if you're not camping the gracious people who own the property will welcome you to visit the mill. However, if you should happen to be traveling in a camper you could hardly find a more delightful place to set up and spend a few days.
The photograph was made with a Canon 6D digital camera and a Canon EF 28-105mm f3.5-4.5 lens.
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