Lumpkin County

 

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Lumpkin County was created on December 3, 1832 from parts of Cherokee, Habersham and Hall Counties.  Discovery of gold led to removal of the Native American from North Georgia on the tragic "Trail of Tears."  Lumpkin County was named for Wilson Lumpkin, former Governor of Georgia.
 

Incorporated: 

December 3, 1832

Population:

 21,016

Total Area:

 285 square miles

Cities & Towns:

 Auraria
  Dahlonega (County Seat)

Attractions:

 Canoeing, Hunting, Fishing, Camping, Hiking on the Appalachian Trail
  Gold Museum
  Lumpkin County Courthouse
  Panning for Gold

Annual Events:

 Bear on the Square Mountain Festival
  Gold Rush Days
  Wildflower Festival of the Arts
  World Championship Gold Panning Competition
 
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