Fred Hamilton Rhododendron Garden, Botanical garden in Hiawassee, Georgia, United States.
The Fred Hamilton Rhododendron Garden spans 33 acres along Lake Chatuge, featuring over 3,000 plants and 400 varieties of native azaleas and rhododendrons.
Fred Russell Hamilton and his wife Hazel established the garden in 1982, donating more than one thousand cultivars they collected during their travels.
The garden hosts the annual Rhododendron Festival from April to May, bringing together nature enthusiasts for live music, food, and art exhibitions.
Visitors can explore multiple hiking trails ranging from one to two miles, with amenities including parking spaces, restrooms, and self-guided tour maps.
The garden maintains the largest collection of native azaleas and rhododendrons in the southeastern United States, complemented by dogwoods, ferns, and magnolias.
GPS coordinates: 35.01750,-83.79111
Latest update: March 11, 2025 12:12
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