Eden Index

Dahlonega

Climate • Recreation • Community • Catastrophe

Dahlonega
Eden Index
Climate 7.2 • Recreation 5.5 • Community 3.1 • Safeguard

5.6/10

Dahlonega, Georgia is a small town located in the foothills of the Appalachian Mountains. The climate is characterized by hot summers and mild winters, with an average annual temperature of 58°F. The town is surrounded by several creeks and rivers, which contribute to the hydrology constituents of the area. The primary recreational activity in Dahlonega is hiking, with several trails in the nearby Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forest. There are also opportunities for fishing, kayaking, and white water rafting on the nearby Chestatee and Etowah rivers. Additionally, visitors can explore the historic downtown area and visit the Dahlonega Gold Museum State Historic Site, which commemorates the town's role in the 19th-century gold rush.

What is the Eden Index?

The Snoflo Eden Index serves as a comprehensive rating system for regions, evaluating their desirability through a holistic assessment of climate health, outdoor recreation opportunities, and natural disaster risk, acknowledging the profound impact of these factors on livability and well-being.


Climate Health Indicator (CHI): 7.2


Dahlonega receives approximately 1584mm of rain per year, with humidity levels near 82% and air temperatures averaging around 15°C. Dahlonega has a plant hardyness factor of 7, meaning plants and agriculture in this region tend to thrive during the non-winter months. By considering the ideal temperature range, reliable water supplies, clean air, and stable seasonal rain or snowpacks, the Climate Health Indicator (CHI) underscores the significance of a healthy climate as the foundation for quality living.

A healthy climate is paramount for ensuring a high quality of life and livability in a region, fostering both physical well-being and environmental harmony. This can be characterized by ideal temperatures, reliable access to water supplies, clean air, and consistent seasonal rain or snowpacks.


Weather Forecast




Streamflow Conditions

Apalachicola

Area Rivers

Apalachicola



Snowpack Depths

Apalachicola



Reservoir Storage Capacity

Apalachicola



Groundwater Levels


Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI): 5.5


The Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI) recognizes the value of outdoor recreational options, such as parks, hiking trails, camping sites, and fishing spots, while acknowledging that climate plays a pivotal role in ensuring the comfort and consistency of these experiences. Access to outdoor recreational opportunities, encompassing activities such as parks, hiking, camping, and fishing, is crucial for overall well-being, and the climate plays a pivotal role in enabling and enhancing these experiences, ensuring that individuals can engage in nature-based activities comfortably and consistently.


Camping Areas

Campground Campsites Reservations Toilets Showers Elevation
Norris Dam State Park None 1,262 ft
Bear Creek Hunt Camp 5 2,131 ft
Newton Factory Shoals Rec Area None 608 ft
Big Oak Cove 12 2,585 ft
Boggs Creek 31 1,798 ft
Jake Best 7 1,195 ft
Abrams Creek - Great Smoky Mountains National Park 16 1,111 ft
Loyston Point 64 1,051 ft
Hanging Dog 49 1,668 ft
Shoal Creek - Lake Lanier None 1,117 ft
Shady Grove - Lake Lanier None 1,113 ft
Double Camp/Citgo Creek 50 1,486 ft
Dockery Lake 18 2,416 ft
State Line 10 2,602 ft
River Forks - Lake Lanier 73 1,123 ft
Gibson Cove - Chatuge Reservoir None 1,939 ft
Chestnut Ridge - Lake Lanier None 1,108 ft
Mulky 11 2,172 ft
War Hill - Lake Lanier 14 1,132 ft
Spivey Cove 17 2,009 ft
Clay Co Park None 1,974 ft
Cheoah Point 26 1,990 ft
Fires Creek Hunt Camp 20 1,845 ft
Dam Creek 10 1,880 ft
Cooper Creek 17 2,164 ft
Davis Branch 5 2,281 ft
Lake Winfield Scott 44 2,979 ft
Desoto Falls 44 2,195 ft
Stone Mountain Park Campground 430 1,558 ft
Sawnee None 1,070 ft
Deep Hole 18 1,993 ft
James Shackleford County Park None 904 ft
Look Rock - Great Smoky Mountains National Park 68 2,476 ft
Poteete Creek None 1,832 ft
Bolding Mill - Lake Lanier None 1,102 ft
Big Ridge State Park 50 1,034 ft
Arrowhead County Park None 390 ft
Cove Lake State Park 100 1,041 ft
Indian Mountain State Park 49 959 ft
Snowbird Camping 28 2,223 ft
High Falls State Park None 600 ft
Poland Creek 35 861 ft
North River Composite 31 1,970 ft
Holly Flats 17 1,935 ft
Indian Springs State Park None 503 ft
Frank Gross 9 2,356 ft
Old Federal - Lake Lanier None 1,108 ft
Toqua Beach - Tellico Lake 76 823 ft
Indian Boundary Rec Area 191 1,813 ft
Charleston - Lake Lanier None 1,185 ft
Low Gap Creek 13 1,792 ft
Horse Cove 17 2,052 ft
Anderson County Park 72 1,078 ft
Vogel State Park None 2,323 ft
Bald Ridge Creek None 1,097 ft
Duckett Mill - Lake Lanier None 1,163 ft
Upper Chattahoochee River 34 2,209 ft
Laurel Park - Lake Lanier None 1,118 ft

Catastrophe Safeguard Index (CSI):


The Catastrophe Safeguard Index (CSI) recognizes that natural disaster risk, encompassing floods, fires, hurricanes, and tornadoes, can drastically affect safety and the overall appeal of an area. The level of natural disaster risk in a region significantly affects safety and the overall livability, with climate change amplifying these risks by potentially increasing the frequency and intensity of events like floods, fires, hurricanes, and tornadoes, thereby posing substantial challenges to community resilience and well-being.


Community Resilience Indicator (CRI): 3.1


The Community Resilience Indicator (CRI) recognizes that education, healthcare, and socioeconomics are crucial to the well-being of a region. The CRI acknowledges the profound impact of these elements on residents' overall quality of life. By evaluating educational resources, healthcare accessibility, and economic inclusivity, the index captures the essential aspects that contribute to a thriving community, fostering resident satisfaction, equity, and social cohesion.


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