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Toccoa
Eden Index
Climate
9.0
•
Recreation
8.7
•
Community
2.1
•
Safeguard
7.2/10
Toccoa, located in Stephens County, Georgia, offers a pleasant climate with a mix of four distinct seasons. Summers are typically warm and humid, with temperatures averaging in the high 80s°F (about 31°C), while winters are mild, with temperatures ranging from the low 30s°F to mid-50s°F (around -1°C to 10°C). Spring and fall bring moderate temperatures, making them ideal for outdoor activities.
Toccoa is blessed with abundant hydrological features, including the Toccoa River, which flows through the city. The river provides opportunities for fishing, kayaking, and whitewater rafting. Nearby Lake Hartwell offers additional water-based activities like boating, swimming, and water skiing. Visitors can also explore Toccoa Falls, a stunning waterfall located on the campus of Toccoa Falls College.
Outdoor enthusiasts will find ample recreational opportunities in Toccoa. The city is surrounded by picturesque forests, making it perfect for hiking, camping, and wildlife observation. The Toccoa Falls Trail, Currahee Mountain Trail, and Panther Creek Falls Trail are popular options. Additionally, Tugaloo State Park and Chattahoochee National Forest are nearby, providing access to even more outdoor adventures.
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): 9.0
Toccoa receives approximately
1453mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 76%
and air temperatures averaging around
16°C.
Toccoa has a plant hardyness factor of
8, meaning
plants and agriculture in this region tend to thrive here all year round.
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
Savannah
Area Rivers
Savannah
Snowpack Depths
Savannah
Reservoir Storage Capacity
Savannah
Groundwater Levels
Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI): 8.7
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lake Russell | 42 | 1,081 ft | |||
| Chau Ram County Park | None | 780 ft | |||
| Oconee Springs County Park | None | 452 ft | |||
| Old Salem | 120 | 550 ft | |||
| Parks Ferry | 85 | 582 ft | |||
| Victoria Bryant State Park | None | 685 ft | |||
| Oconee River | 5 | 561 ft | |||
| Lawrence Shoals | 63 | 487 ft | |||
| Toccoa Falls College RV Park | 12 | 870 ft | |||
| Lake Sinclair | 61 | 335 ft |
Nearby Ski Areas
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): 2.1
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.