About Gainesville and Lake Lanier Communities

If there is such as thing as a perfect place to make a living and raise a family, Gainesville and Greater Hall County would rank near the top of the list. The reason: an ideal balance between the business environment and quality of life. The thriving economic environment attracts shopping, medical, financial and educational services and institutions that are second to none.

Nestled in the foothills of the North Georgia Mountains, bordered by the shores of Lake Lanier, home to finish lines of two motor sport and several water sport venues - this Georgia region offers some of the finest recreation in the South and exciting new attractions. Gainesville is 45 minutes from downtown Atlanta.

For tourism or meetings and conventions; for motor sports to tranquil hiking, boating or golf; for fun boutique shopping and antiques; you can enjoy camping or relaxing in a luxury resort... less than one hour north of Atlanta. You'll love living in Gainesville-Hall County.

Gainesville has islands and highlands, scenic beauty and man-made fun; international raceways and romantic wineries. It has rolling hills and tumbling water slides; symphony and bluegrass; ballet and clogging; hiking and beach combing. There is also mountain music, arts and folklore, and a strong sense of history... coupled with a spirit of adventure and discovery.