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Explore Northwest Georgia

From trailhead to factory floor.

Appellation National Scenic trail Plack

Springer Mountain, Georgia

A region shaped by nature and manufacturing.

Northwest Georgia is home to Springer Mountain, the southern terminus of the Appalachian Trail, and Dalton, known as the Carpet Capital of the World. Today, the region blends natural assets with a strong manufacturing base, supporting tourism, industry, and long-term economic growth. 

15 Counties Strong

Northwest Georgia

acres

at Berry College, the world's largest college campus

Smithsonian-affiliated museums in Cartersville
new jobs

in FY25 through state-worked projects

Area Counties


Bartow, Catoosa, Chattooga, Dade, Fannin, Floyd, Gilmer, Gordon, Haralson, Murray, Paulding, Pickens, Polk, Walker, Whitfield.
 

About Northwest Georgia


Northwest Georgia’s 15 counties offer a blend of industry, access, and natural beauty that supports both business growth and quality of life. A skilled workforce powers manufacturing, automotive, and tourism, with global leaders like Shaw Industries, Qcells, Pirelli, and Toyo Tire anchoring the region’s economy.  

Beyond industry, northwest Georgia is a favorite for weekend getaways. Blue Ridge serves as a gateway to hiking trails, cascading waterfalls, and trout streams, while Gilmer County – known as Georgia’s apple capital – draws visitors to orchards and cideries each fall. Cartersville is home to two Smithsonian-affiliated museums: the Booth Western Art Museum and Tellus Science Museum.

“The experience of where we want to live, the place we want to raise our family – a small town like Blue Ridge, Georgia, is ideal.”

– Bill Oyster, Owner, Oyster Fine Bamboo Fly Rods  

Businesses Located in this Region

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Aquafil

Chick‑fil‑A Supply

GEDIA Automotive Group

HON Group

GE Appliances (Roper Corporation)

MAPEI

Neaton Rome Inc.

Phoenix Air Group, Inc.

Stories from Across the Region

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