Henry County, Georgia
Only 20 miles south of Atlanta, and the perfect stopping point for those en route to Savannah or Orlando, Henry County is a destination where the stories of the people weave together to form the fabric of an unforgettable community—where history has a name.
Southern Belle Farm brings new meaning to eating locally. Here, pick your own strawberries, blueberries, blackberries, and peaches or pick up a pound cake or homemade peach ice cream you were able to watch being made in their bakery. In the fall, cheer for your favorite pig during a pig race or weave your way through the corn maze.
Get your heart racing at the 887-acre EchoPark Speedway with track tours, racing and driving schools. Let soldiers’ stories come to life at the Heritage Park Veterans Museum where more than $5 million in donated artifacts reveal stories of those who served our country while providing a place of healing and inspiration. Visit the 250-acre Noah’s Ark Animal Sanctuary. Noah’s Ark is supported by donations and cares for animals that are abandoned, abused, and orphaned while enriching the community with educational experiences.
Take flight at the Army Aviation Heritage Foundation and Flying Museum where you can fly in a 50-year-old army helicopter while gaining insight into the importance of aviation to our country’s military history. Hungry for more? Quell hunger pangs at Shane’s Rib Shack—Henry County is home to the original location where the popular chain first got its start. Plan to visit seasonally during events like Taste of Henry, the Georgia State Fair, and the Atlanta Motorama Car Show. At the end of the day, rest easy choosing from a variety of lodging options including name brand hotels and beautiful campsites.