About Lake Lanier Georgia


The aqua-blue waters of Lake Lanier draw many to enjoy the beauty of the lake nestled in the foothills on the North Georgia Mountains. Lake Lanier, officially Lake Sidney Lanier, encompasses 38,000 acres of water and 692 miles of shoreline and fingers throughout North Georgia giving the lake many private coves. Lake Lanier is in Forsyth, Dawson, Hall, Gwinnett, and Lumpkin County. The lake is exceedingly popular with boaters, jet skiers, houseboats, sailors, and many other kinds of water sports. Over 7.5 million people a year visit Lake Lanier but with the huge expanse of the lake you can go boating and be practically alone. Along with the water recreation there are resorts such as Lake Lanier Islands Resort which offers a water park, an upscale resort, and superior golfing. There are also many campgrounds and parks along the edge of the lake.

Many people have bought summer/vacation homes on Lake Lanier over the years but there is an increasing number of people who are making Lake Lanier their primary home. Away from the noise and chaos of Atlanta the lake offers residents and visitors the calm beauty of still waters and gorgeous scenery.

From cabins to Estates Lake Lanier has everything you are looking for. Whether you want a neighborhood complete with swim and tennis, a small cottage, a bight lake home, or a lovely estate the lake has many real estate options to choose from. Hiring an agent when you are looking for a lake home is ideal because of the maze of homes and neighborhoods nestled by the lake. Does the property have a dock or dock permit, is the home have deep water access and where is the deep water access? These are all questions that only an experienced North Georgia real estate agent would know the answers too.

Looking to get away for your vacations or call Lake Lanier your home? We would love to assist you in finding the home of your dreams.







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