- The list below includes 102 free or cheap things to do in or near Clayton, Georgia, including 70 different types of inexpensive activities like Hiking Trails, Distilleries, Art Gallery and Forests.
- From Chattahoochee National Forest to Bartram Trail, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Clayton and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Helen, Franklin, Highlands and Clarkesville.
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37.9 Miles
36%
11 votes
Nantahala National Forest, Murphy, NC 28906
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Visitors can enjoy hiking, biking, and a variety of other recreational activities at Hanging Dog Recreation Area. The area offers access to Hiwassee Lake where visitors can also enjoy fishing and boating.
38.0 Miles
A fun activity for all ages, everyone is welcome to try gem hunting at the Nantahala Gorge Ruby Mine. An educated and knowledgeable staff will further assist with stone identification as well as cutting, cleaning and shining any discovered treasure.
38.2 Miles
97%
67 votes
226 Everett Street, Great Smoky Mountain Railroad Depot, Bryson City, NC 28713
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Wildwater Nantahala Raft & Rail - Private Trips offers opportunities for inexperienced and experienced rafters to spend all day on the water in a new, fun, and adrenaline pumping environment.
38.3 Miles
PaddleFish Kayaking is a tour company that takes guests on a variety of kayaking trips on scenic Fontana Lake for both half and full days. The company also leads multi-day backpacking and kayaking trips.
38.3 Miles
Open to the public, Smoky Mountain Gold & Ruby Mine lets guests pan for gold, gems and other treasures. Professionals are also available to help identify, clean and cut any valuable finds.
38.3 Miles
The over 21 crowd will enjoy a visit to Nantahala Brewing Company in Bryson City. Along with a taproom where their distinct beers can be tasted, special events such as musical concerts are often hosted at this venue.
38.3 Miles
75%
8 votes
59 Depot Street, Bryson City, NC 28713
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Offering guided kayak tours, PaddleFish Kayaking - Private Day Trips, takes paddlers on an exploration of Lake Fontana and the Great Smoky Mountain in western North Carolina. Tours range from three hours for beginners to three days for serious paddlers.
38.3 Miles
83%
219 votes
100 Greenlee St, Bryson City, NC 28713
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The collection of model trains at the Smokey Mountain Trains Museum dates back to 1918. There are actually two model railroad layouts with 7,000 Lionel engines, cars, and accessories in addition to a children's activity center and toy shop.
38.4 Miles
61%
18 votes
SC Highway 88, 3 miles east of downtown Pendleton, Pendleton, SC
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Originally built in 1825 as a small two-story clapboard house, Ashtabula Plantation, was expanded to include 10 rooms on over 1,000 acres of farmland. This house museum includes artifacts, tools, and memorabilia from the plantations history and tours are available.
38.4 Miles
Three miles of trails winding along the Valley and Hiwassee Rivers make up the Murphy River Walk. The easy walk takes visitors through several different natural environments surrounding the historic town of Murphy.