Best driving roads near Atlanta
Less than two hours north of Atlanta, the Blue Ridge Mountains hide some of the Southeast's best switchback driving, where two-lane country roads tangle through the Chattahoochee National Forest.
1. Richard B. Russell Scenic Highway (SR-348)
Routinely ranked among the best driving roads in the U.S., this byway loops the Chattahoochee National Forest with nearly 40 switchbacks built for daring drivers.
2. Wolf Pen Gap Road (SR-180)
A 12-mile stretch of narrow two-lane mountain road full of blind turns and steep hills, a North Georgia enthusiast classic.
3. The Suches Loop
Just over 50 miles of twists and elevation deep in the Blue Ridge near Suches, 'the valley above the clouds,' prized for its wide curves and clean sightlines.
4. SR-60 (North Georgia Mountains)
A flowing mountain two-laner through the Chattahoochee National Forest, a go-to for spirited drives around Dahlonega and Suches.
5. SR-19/US-19 (Dahlonega to the mountains)
A classic gateway route into the North Georgia high country, linking together the area's best mountain driving roads.
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Questions, answered
- What are the best driving roads near Atlanta?
- Top picks near Atlanta: Richard B. Russell Scenic Highway, Wolf Pen Gap Road, The Suches Loop, SR-60, SR-19/US-19. Each is a favorite among drivers for its curves, scenery, or pace.
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