Copperhead Lodge Motorcycle Resort

If you are going to dream, dream big! And that’s exactly what the owners of Copperhead Lodge have done. The concept for Copperhead Lodge started out as a small idea and quickly turned into a lifelong dream for owners and motorcycle enthusiasts, Dave Turcotte and Tom Glaze. Tom was on his way back from one of his many rides while at the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally when he saw a road sign that simply said “Great Steaks, Cold Beer”. Ready for a pit stop, he turned off the highway onto a gravel road. As he approached the Whitetail Creek Outfitters Lodge, the thought occurred to him that a motorcycle lodge would be a great idea for the North Georgia Mountains with the scenic views and great motorcycle rides on the curvy, winding mountain roads. After the trip, Tom shared this dream with his business partner, Dave Turcotte – co-owner of Turcotte Enterprises. These two friends traveled to Sturgis the following year and stopped again at the Whitetail Creek Outfitters Lodge. Both of them realized this would be a great addition to the already popular resort area in the North Georgia Mountains. Returning home, these two along with other owners, Brian Turcotte and Flo Fournier, began looking for land and sketching the plans.

Copperhead Lodge originally started as a 5,000 square foot facility that quickly turned into the 12,500 Lodge situated in a 40 acre motorcycle resort community located in the North Georgia Mountains. The resort was constructed with bikers in mind in every detail from the paved roads into and out of the facility to the covered bike parking to the private bike garages. The property also features 60 individual park model cabins, a rustic lodge, an outdoor pavilion/amphitheater and swimming pool plus various other amenities all situated in a beautiful mountain setting. Surrounded by the beautiful North Georgia Mountains, The Lodge is situated in a prime area for rides through the valleys and mountain gaps. There are many scenic wonders to ride and explore only miles from the Lodge. Some local rides of interest include: Suches, Tail of the Dragon, Blood Mountain, Richard B. Russell Highway, Brasstown Bald and Scenic Highway 60. Copperhead Lodge offers an Ambassador Program for anyone who can organize an overnight ride or rally with their motorcycle club or group of friends to enjoy the mountain scenery. The program allows the organizer to receive free accommodations at the lodge. The only catch is they must fill all 10 hotel rooms and they receive the Lodge Suite for free. It truly is that simple. Contact The Lodge today for more information and to book your group!

As you enter the grand lodge and gathering area which overlooks Lower Young Cane Creek, you will be greeted by the friendly and knowledge front desk staff. It is the focal point for the resort and features: casual fine dining, overnight accommodations, several fireside gathering areas, members only Club Room – Ray’s Room, fitness area and riding gear, apparel & sundries shop. The lodge is surrounded by 5,000 square feet of covered porches, which was the original plan for the entire lodge, are complete with hot tubs and lounging areas. Every weekend, the deck or grand lounge features live music for guests, visitors and members to enjoy. The atmosphere allows everyone to kick back and enjoy the cool mountain evenings with new and old friends. The location and amenities also make Copperhead Lodge the ideal facility for events, banquets and weddings. The Lodge can accommodate events for up to 300 people for indoor events and 2,000 people for our outdoor concerts and gatherings. Various catering and menu options are available to meet your specific needs. There is also conference and meeting facilities available for corporate events, training seminars, Christmas Parties and various other corporate / motorcycle events. They can accommodate up to 50 people for any conference style event. Catering and coffee service is available as well. Planning any event in the North Georgia area, contact Copperhead Lodge!

In addition, Copperhead Lodge offers casual fine dining at its best. Chef Daniel Baker and his staff always present an exciting, flavorful cuisine in a relaxed, casual atmosphere. The restaurant features a bountiful seafood buffet on Tuesday nights, an Italian Fare on Wednesday nights and an exquisite Sunday brunch. Eating at the restaurant is a must for guests and visitors of the lodge. Enjoy the great menu favorites or indulge in one of the great daily specials. According to Chef Daniel, “the menu provides a mixture of traditional and mountain fare in a great atmosphere.”

The hotel rooms are all smoke-free and stocked with deluxe accommodations. The majority of the rooms are furnished with double beds, but there is also a handicap-accessible suite as well as a twin-bed layout to accommodate all guests. All rooms are equipped with personal bath tub/shower combo, satellite TV, free local phone calls, wireless internet access and personal hairdryers. “My husband and I recently spent a relaxing weekend at the lodge and thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The staff was extremely friendly and the service was outstanding. The suite was very spacious.”

The park cabins (The Chopper, The Cruiser and The Sport) are approximately 400 square feet and are available for sale or rent. The cabins are priced from the high $90,000 and varies depending upon options and lot selection. Each cabin has a full kitchen, private bathroom and sleeping accommodations for up to 8 guests. While all cabin plans have one bedroom, bunk room and loft options are available. Additional amenities are available including decks, hot tubs, covered or screened porches and bike garages. They will be situated along biker friendly paved roads. An on-site rental management program is also available for purchasers who want to utilize their cabins as an investment property.

The outdoor recreation areas include a swimming pool, hot tub, fire pit and an open air pavilion and amphitheater. Several concerts and motorcycle events are planned each year. Blackfoot, Atlanta Rhythm Section and The Marshall Tucker Band were among the featured acts in 2006. Also, the lodge has other exciting events planned this year including a Pig Roast, Chili Cook-off, Pool Parties and Bike Nights! The 2007 Summer Concert Series kicks off Memorial Day Weekend. The lineup for 2007 has been set and includes the following local and national acts: May 27: GRIP, June 23: SUNDOWN, June 30: Keith Anderson, July 4: Battle of the Bands, July 7: J.B. Walker & The Cheap Whiskey Band, July 14: Jeff Bates, July 28: Chris Young, August 11: Danielle Peck, August 25: Trent Tomlinson, September 1: Atlanta Rhythm Section. September 8: ROCKASAURUS, September 15: J.B. Walker & The Cheap Whiskey Band, September 22: Sundown, and September 29: Heritage. The outdoor setting is an ideal venue to see your favorite artists up close and personal. Another great option for the concert series is the private party decks which are available for rent. These decks allow you to sit back and enjoy one of the many concerts with up to 26 friends and Copperhead Lodge provides the food and beverages. You will have beer, wine and hors d’oeuvres delivered right to your deck. What a great way to celebrate summer, an upcoming birthday or special event. Season, individual tickets and party deck packages are currently available and on sale through the Copperhead Lodge website (http://www.copperheadlodge.com/), Ticket Web (http://www.ticketweb.com/) or by contacting Copperhead Lodge directly (706.745.8000).

Copperhead Lodge has a private club offering Annual Memberships. You do not have to be a member of the club to dine in our restaurant or to stay at the lodge, but as a member you will have additional benefits. Memberships are available on a daily basis for visitors. All cabin and hotel guests receive limited membership benefits during their stay at Copperhead Lodge. These benefits include: Full access to all grounds including: Common area green spaces, Pavilion, Common area lodge spaces, Dining Room, Fitness Area, Swimming Pool, Private Lodge Areas, Ray's Club Room, Copper Card Membership Reward Program as well as complimentary beer and wine. Copperhead Lodge Members also receive a 10% discount off all purchases including: Lodging, Apparel, Dining, Events and Maintenance Services at The Shop.

Another great amenity is the onsite motorcycle maintenance facility - The Shop at Copperhead Lodge which is located in the lower level of The Lodge offering quality and convenient service. You can enjoy all the great features at Copperhead Lodge while you get your bike serviced and ready for the rest of your trip. The Shop is equipped with state of the art equipment and technology to provide the best service to their customers. The maintenance team at The Shop, Sandy Stephens – owner / Master Sheet Metal Fabricator and Rodney Carmen – Master Technician, provides full-service motorcycle maintenance on Harley-Davidson®, Metric and European models including oil changes, tire replacements and standard service checks. Rodney, an MMI graduate, is Harley-Davidson®, Honda, Kawasaki, Yamaha and Dyno-Jet certified. “"You give us one chance to earn your business, and you will never take your bike anywhere else again." These guys also specialize in custom work – chrome installation, wide tire kits and LED light kits. In addition, The Shop offers standard and full-detail washes using Wizards® products. There is also a 24-hour roadside assistance program available. If you are in the area and require assistance, please call 678.205.9524. Check out The Shop website for more information and their current specials at http://www.copperheadshop.com/ or call them directly at 706.745.8018.

The Appalachian Riders Group (ARG) calls Copperhead Lodge home. This riding club was founded by members of the lodge and organized to bring together local motorcycle riders in the North Georgia Mountains. The group is comprised of riders of all skill and experience levels. So if you are just starting out or have been riding for ages, stop at the lodge and enjoy the Appalachian Riders Group. The group meets the first Thursday of every month in Ray’s Club Room at The Lodge. ARG is dedicated to having fun and riding in and around the Appalachian Mountains. For more information, check out the ARG website at http://www.appalachianridersgroup.org/ or stop by Copperhead Lodge for their monthly meeting.

Contact Copperhead Lodge at 706.745.8000 or visit our website at http://www.copperheadlodge.com/. If you have specific questions or needs, please contact the Marketing / Events Coordinator, Sandra Stephens at 404.414.8283 or the Marketing / Real Estate Agent Julie Ealy Clayton at 404.372.3859.