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All the United States Georgia Clayton

The Atlas Obscura Guide To Clayton

2 Cool, Hidden, and Unusual Things to Do in Clayton, Georgia

Updated July 22, 2012

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"Eye of God" Rapid, Chattooga River

A curious whirlpool formation supposedly capable of entangling or engulfing branches, tree trunks, or whole rafts full of hapless tourists.
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The ice box cemetery.

Clayton, Georgia

Ice Box Cemetery

An abandoned bait shop with a front lot filled with storage boxes.
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Foxfire Museum

Mountain City, Georgia

Foxfire Museum

Where you can experience the story of Appalachia, as told by Appalachians.
2 miles from Clayton
SamG outside his studio.

Clarkesville, Georgia

SamG Land

A wonderland of folk art including the World’s Largest Grit. 
13 miles from Clayton
Nachoochee Mound

Helen, Georgia

Nacoochee Mound

This lovely burial mound is actually a replica that was installed after archeologists excavated the original.
18 miles from Clayton

Walhalla, South Carolina

Oconee Station State Historic Site

A historic blockhouse and trading post give a glimpse into the early colonial history of South Carolina.
18 miles from Clayton

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Bell Mountain

Catch beautiful views at the graffitied observation deck on this mountain top.
19 miles from Clayton
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