Long regarded by professional riders such as Lance Armstrong as some of America's most challenging bicycling this area provides enjoyment for riders of all skills. In 2005 the Georgia General Assembly recognized Dahlonega and Lumpkin County as the foremost bicycling venue in the Southeast and Georgia's premier sport cycling community.

Whether your idea of cycling is road biking, extreme mountain biking or hybrid cycling Dahlonega has something to offer. From USFS Bull Mountain extreme course to exciting back country roads through the Chattahoochee National Forest off road bicyclist love Dahlonega. For the tour enthusiast Dahlonega hosts such events as the Six Gap Century and Three Gap Fifty Bike Ride annually with up to 11,200 feet of vertical climbing. These same courses are enjoyed by thousands of recreational riders spring through fall.

Several excellent bicycling specialty shops offer equipment, assistance and guides to help visitors enjoy their favorite sport.