Ridge & Valley Scenic Byway
As the name implies, the Ridge & Valley Scenic Byway provides a chance to experience the varied terrain of northwest Georgia. Mountain overlooks and fertile farmlands border the 51-mile Byway as it travels US 27, State Highways 156 and 136, and rural county roads.
Enjoy outdoor activities such as hiking, camping, picnicking, fishing, and hunting at the Keown Falls Scenic Area, the Pocket, and John's Mountain Overlook and Wildlife Management Area. The surrounding countryside holds the histories of the native Cherokee Indian Nation, Civil War battles, and early settlers whose 1800's farmhouses still stand.
Directions
From I-75 to Exit 306
- Turn west on SR 140
- Turn north on US 27
- The byway begins at SR 156
From I-75 to Exit 320
- Go west on SR 136
- The byway begins at CR 723
Roads Included in the Byway
- US 27 from SR 156 northwest to CR 329 (Gore-Subligna Rd and Thomas Ballenger Rd)
- CR 329 from US 27, northeast to Walker County line
- CR 705 (Armuchee Rd) from Walker County line, north to SR 136
- SR 136 from CR 705, east to CR 723
- CR 723 from SR 136, south to CR 714 (Pocket Rd.)
- CR 714 from CR 723, south to Floyd County line
- CR 641 (Johns Creek Rd.) from Floyd County line, south to CR 213 (Lovers Lane)
- CR 213 from CR 641, south to CR 635 (Floyd Springs Rd.)
- CR 635 from CR 213, south to SR 156
- SR 156 from CR 635, southeast to US 27