Local Area Attractions Near Forsyth KOA Journey

We are conveniently located on I-75 just 20 miles North of Macon & 60 miles South of Atlanta.The City of Forsyth is a laid back city that seeks healing and renewal. Confederate soldiers came to Forsyth during the Civil War: to seek care and respite at the first hospital of its kind during the battles in and around Atlanta. And that’s one reason why people visit our city today: to relax and renew in this charming and hospitable town.Sheltered from the hustle, bustle, and traffic of nearby Atlanta and Macon, Forsyth is a pre-Civil War town that has maintained its stunning 19th century antebellum architecture. Take a stroll along the tree-lined streets of the historic downtown square, listed in the National Register of Historic Places. Savor fried green tomatoes from the famous Whistle Stop Café in Juliette (Yes, that Whistle Stop Café) or enjoy a meal at the award-winning Grits Café.From unique antique shops and one-of-a-kind boutiques to adventurous outdoor activities, Forsyth has something for everyone. Slow down and take your time enjoying everything the city has to offer. For help planning your trip and finding our city’s hidden gems, stop by the Welcome Center and talk to our friendly and knowledgeable staff.Take a deep breath, let yourself relax, and stay for a while. You’re in a place that gives meaning to the words “southern hospitality.” We bet you’ll love it here as much as we do.

Enjoy the Area!

Enjoy the Area!

There is a lot to see an do in our area. Our own City of Forsyth and Monroe County has a rich historical heritage and is an excellent place to live and work. We hope your virtual tour of our community is both informative and enjoyable. We invite you to visit Monroe County sometime soon. For more information, see the Forsyth-Monroe County Chamber of Commerce website.

Jarrell Plantation Historic Site

Jarrell Plantation Historic Site

Nestled in the red clay hills of Georgia, this cotton plantation was owned by a single family for more than 140 years. It survived Gen. Sherman's March to the Sea, typhoid fever, emancipation, reconstruction, the cotton boll weevil, the advent of steam power and a transition from farming to forestry.

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Dauset Trails Nature Center

Dauset Trails Nature Center

Dauset Trails Nature Center is a place where people of all ages can explore the beauty of nature and wildlife in a relaxing, peaceful setting. For more information, see the Dauset Trails Nature Center website.

Macon Cherry Blossom Festival

Macon Cherry Blossom Festival

Each March, Macon becomes a pink cotton-spun paradise of delight as over 275,000 Yoshino cherry trees bloom in all their glory. For 10 days, festival-lovers are treated to one of the most extravagant displays of springtime color as they visit one of the top 100 festivals in North America. For more information, see the Macon Cherry Blossom Festival website.

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Hay House-Palace of the South

Hay House-Palace of the South

Built in the middle 1800s, this 18,000 square foot Renaissance Revival mansion is now a National Historic Landmark.

Georgia Music Hall of Fame

Georgia Music Hall of Fame

The Georgia Music Hall of Fame, the state's official music museum, is located in Macon, the city where artists like Little Richard, James Brown, Otis Redding and the Allman Brothers Band launched their careers. For more information, see the Georgia Music Hall of Fame website.

Georgia Sports Hall of Fame

Georgia Sports Hall of Fame

Georgia's storied athletic heritage is featured in this 43,000 square foot facility. Educational and interactive exhibits honor heroes from the state's top high school, collegiate, professional and amateur athletic fields such as record home run hitter Henry "Hank" Aaron and football legend turned sports announcer Fran Tarkenton. For more information, see the Georgia Sports Hall of Fame website.

Ocmulgee National Monument & Indian Mounds

Ocmulgee National Monument & Indian Mounds

Climb ancient Indian mounds, visit inside a ceremonial earth-lodge, hike along nature trails and archaeological remains dating back 10,000 years. For more information, see the Ocmulgee National Monument & Indian Mounds website.

Tubman African American Museum

Tubman African American Museum

Georgia's largest African American museum offers fourteen exhibition galleries. For more information, see the Tubman African American Museum website.

Cannonball House & Museum

Cannonball House & Museum

A Greek revival mansion built in 1853, this was the only house in Macon struck by a cannonball by a Federal attack in 1864. For more information, see the Cannonball House & Museum website.

Warner Robins Air Force Museum

Warner Robins Air Force Museum

The Warner Robins Air Force museum is now the second largest museum in the United States Air Force. Displays include 93 aircraft and hundreds of exhibits on a beautiful 43 acre site. The museum has grown into a significant exhibit, education and cultural center, drawing more than 700,000 visitors a year. For more information, see the Warner Robins Air Force Museum website.

Andersonville National Prisoner of War Museum

Andersonville National Prisoner of War Museum

Andersonville, or Camp Sumter as it was officially known, was one of the largest of many Confederate military prisons established during the Civil War. For more information, see the Andersonville National Prisoner of War Museum website.

Road to Tara Museum

Road to Tara Museum

From the nightmare of the Civil War, to the dream of the Pulitzer Prize-winning novel "Gone with the Wind": Follow the Road to Tara where the land of Scarlett's girlhood inspired Margaret Mitchell to pen her famous novel. For more information, see the Road to Tara Museum website.

Plains Georgia

Plains Georgia

Plains Georgia is the home of the 39th President of the United States. For more information, see the Plains Georgia website.

FDR'S Little White House

FDR'S Little White House

For more information, visit the FDR Little White House website online.

Georgia Aquarium

Georgia Aquarium

The Georgia Aquarium opened on November 23, 2005, as the World's Largest Aquarium. With 8 million gallons of fresh and marine water, and more than 100,000 animals representing 500 species from around the globe, you are sure to see things you have never seen before.

Bass Pro

Bass Pro

For the sporting enthusiasts in your family, a must visit is the new eastern distribution center and 120,000 square foot shopping bonanza located about 14 miles south of the Kampground. You will be amazed at all of the exhibits and available merchandise.

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Callaway Gardens

Callaway Gardens

This is a great day trip from our Kampground. Callaway Gardens is a nature lovers dream of beauty and tranquility. Visit their web page to learn all of the activities that are available.

Shopping

Shopping

If shopping is your thing, then we are the place for you. In Macon, we have two large shopping areas - Eisenhower Crossing and Macon Mall. And about 20 miles north are the Tanger Outlet stores, plus you antique lovers will enjoy visiting the towns and villages in the area, to find that special treasure.

Juliette, Georgia

Juliette, Georgia

Whether you have seen the movie "Fried Green Tomatoes" or not, you will certainly want to visit where it was filmed and eat some fried green tomatoes. Juliette is located about eight miles east of the Kampground and is a great place to visit.

Convenient Location

Convenient Location

Our KOA is located in the middle of Georgia. A hub for day trips to Warm Springs, Calloway Gardens, Six Flags, and Atlanta Speedway.

Campground Welcome

Campground Welcome

Forsyth KOA looks forward to hosting you and when you check-in don't forget to ask for your free copy of "Driving Tour of Monroe County." Ya'll come!

Juliette

Juliette

Home of fried green tomatoes.

Historic Macon

Historic Macon

Located just twenty minutes from campground and is known for the largest shopping mall in Georgia. Also many sites including Georgia Music Hall of Fame, Georgia Sports Hall of Fame (soon to be completed).

Warner Robins

Warner Robins

Warner Robins is located south of Macon with its known site, the second largest Air Museum.

Culloden

Culloden

Culloden is home of the Highland Games.

Barnsville

Barnsville

Barnsville is the home of Buggy Days.