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Located just 75 miles from Atlanta, Greene County is a true hidden gem. The southern charm, rich history, and abundance of outdoor activities are just a few things that make Lake Oconee the perfect place to plan your next getaway.

Mother's Day might look different this year but now more than ever is the time to celebrate and show your loved ones how much you care. Mother's Day is not canceled! You can still make mom's day special with these gift ideas.

Should you find yourself at Lake Oconee during this time, we’ve come up with some ways that you can practice social distancing while still enjoying the great outdoors. How can you make sure you are following guidelines to keep you and your loved ones safe and healthy? The CDC defines social distancing as it applies to COVID-19 as “remaining out of congregated settings, avoiding mass gatherings, and maintaining distance (approximately 6 feet) from others when possible.”

There's just something magical about a small town at Christmastime. The lights seem to shine a little brighter, the smiles seem a little warmer, hospitality and generosity seem a little more earnest. It feels like spending the holiday season among friends, even if you're visiting from many miles away. At least that's how it is in Greensboro, where the Christmas tree standing proudly on Main Street is reminder of simpler holidays in days gone by. Christmastime in Greensboro means the tinkling of shop bells, the clinking of wine glasses, the laughter of children and the mingling scents of gingerbread and hot chocolate. To get started, here's a three-day itinerary that includes a little of everything that Greensboro and Lake Oconee have to offer during the most wonderful time of the year.

Take the good times outdoors this fall with a getaway to Lake Oconee. We're so ready for cooler weather, pumpkins galore, football, and family fun! We've gathered up a few of our favorite things to do around Lake Oconee and Greensboro during autumn.

This time of year, many of us feel nostalgic for those carefree days of splashing around at a local lake, hanging out with friends into the late, muggy evenings and road trips in the family station wagon.