Recreation

Attend a Concert

Toccoa Symphony Orchestra. This orchestra of 50-60 musicians performs three concerts per year in December, March, and May. Each concert features regional guest instrumentalists and vocal soloists.
Learn about the Toccoa Symphony

Toccoa Falls Concert Series. The Toccoa Falls College concert series has already welcomed such acts as Aaron Shust, Newsong, and All Sons & Daughters this fall. Gungor comes to Toccoa Falls College on November 16.
Learn about the Toccoa Falls Concert Series

Ida Cox Summer Concert Series. Free concert in downtown Toccoa every Saturday night during the summer. Genres include big band, bluegrass, rock, alternative folk and more.
Learn about the Ida Cox Series

Local Restaurants
Cornerstone Restaurant on Doyle, BJ’s Family Restaurant, Maryland Fried Chicken, Barbecue Shack, Shirley’s Soul Food Cafe (featured on Food Network’s “Diner’s, Drive-Ins and Dives”), Brother John’s subs, Bell’s Drive-in Restaurant

Local Attractions:
Toccoa Falls, Traveler’s Rest, Currahee Mountain, Currahee Military Museum, Currahee Vineyard & Winery, Gathany Museum of National History at TFC

Parks & Recreation:
Paul Anderson Memorial Park
Tugaloo State Park
Lake Hartwell
Panther Creek Trail/Panther Creek Falls
Henderson Falls City Park
Lake Yonah
Stephens County Recreation Center/Rose Lane Park

Tugaloo Corridor Project
Currently underway via the Stephens County Foundation, the Tugaloo Corridor Project is the restoration and preservation of the historic heritage of the Tugaloo River on Yonah Dam Road. Reclamation of the Estatoe Indian Village, which was located on the site, will be complete with trails, an education center, amphitheater and marina.

There are three basic purposes of the Stephens County Foundation for the Tugaloo Corridor

Preservation: To protect and preserve the historic and natural resources of the Tugaloo Corridor.
Education: To provide educational opportunities for students and the general public.
Recreation: To promote recreational opportunities appropriate for the area through environmentally responsible use of the Corridor.

Get Involved

Civic/Social Clubs
Rotary Club, Lions Club, Pilot Club, Kiwanis Club, Elks Lodge

Sports
Currahee Club, The Pines Golf Course, Currahee Saddle Club, Stephens County Recreation Center

Arts
Currahee Artists’ Guild, Toccoa Symphony, Toccoa Stephens County Community Theater

Religious Life
Being a member of a church is not just about the spiritual side of things – it is also a great way to get involved in a range of activities and benefits ... and to get involved in your community. This guide, provided by AccessNorthGeorgia.com, provides a detailed list of local and area churches with contact and website information.

Learn more about churches in this area

Kids
Boy Scouts Troop 77, Girl Scouts of Historic Georgia, Camp Toccoa Camp Fire, Rhythm Academy Dance Company, The Dance Studio

About

The SCDA is responsible for the recruitment of new businesses including industrial, manufacturing, distribution, corporate and regional headquarters and customer service centers. It also provides support and assistance with all other types of economic development projects.

The SCDA also works with existing businesses and industries to ensure their continued success. While recruitment of new industry is a significant function, aiding in existing industry expansion and retention is just as significant. About 80 percent of all new jobs in Georgia come as a result of existing industry expansion.