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Prater's Mill, Dalton, GA
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Prater's Mill

Prater's Mill is an attraction in Dalton, GA, part of the Chattanooga and Helen guide. Cost: free.

5845 GA Hwy 2 · Dalton, GA

Why you should go…

Prater's Mill is a water-powered grist mill complex on Coahulla Creek, begun in 1855 and later grown to include a cotton gin, saw mill, country store and blacksmith shop. Both Union and Confederate troops camped here during the Civil War. You can walk the trails and grounds, and mill tours are offered by appointment. Each October the Prater's Mill Country Fair fills the site with crafts, mountain music, Southern food and living history.

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  • #country fair
  • #walking trails
  • #civil war history

What's around here?

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    Haig Mill Lake Park

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    Walk or bike the 3.5-mile paved loop around Haig Mill Lake, paddle a kayak and fish from floating piers in Dalton.

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  • Museums
    History Buff

    Tunnel Hill Heritage Center & Museum

    Under $25

    Tour the 1850 Western & Atlantic Railroad tunnel through Chetoogeta Mountain and a museum of railroad and Civil War history.

    7.8 mi awaySwitch it up: Museums

  • Eat & Drink
    Local Gem

    Native Cafe & Kitchen

    Under $25

    Casual cafe in a restored cotton mill serving coffee, breakfast, burgers and Southern-inspired plates.

    8.2 mi awaySwitch it up: Eat & Drink

  • Attractions
    Local Gem

    Creative Arts Guild

    Free

    Georgia's oldest multidisciplinary community arts organization, with two galleries, a sculpture garden, classes and performances.

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    Just Jump Trampoline Park Dalton

    Under $25

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    Rainy-Day Pick

    Escapology Chattanooga

    $25–$50

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