Bicycle City Georgia

By Bicycle City Staff, Updated Fri, 03/23/2007 - 18:27
Table of Contents

Potential Bicycle City Locations
Introduction
Potential Georgia Bicycle City Locations
Alternative Energy Organizations & Companies in Georgia
Georgia Animal & Wildlife Groups
Georgia Business Organizations and Resources
Georgia Education Organizations & Resources
Georgia Environmental Groups
Georgia International Groups
Georgia State Government
In Conclusion

Introduction

A state that has been described as having ‘outstanding livability’ carries traits that would make a potential Bicycle City, Georgia, development a prime place to live. The state boasts of an affordable cost of living, outstanding healthcare, and thriving arts and cultural opportunities and 43 of its counties are considered “Entrepreneur Friendly.”

With great scenery and non-motorized-use trails, an excellent location for a Bicycle City, Ga., would be difficult to pinpoint only due to the vast potential. From the most challenging mountains to the flattest of plains, Georgia has diverse and scenic terrain. The Georgia Wildlife Federation notes sites ideal for outdoor activities and wildlife watching include picturesque beaches, lush forests, flat plains, salt marshes and the breathtaking Appalachian Mountains.

A state with a temperate climate, Georgia’s temperatures average considerably above the freezing point in the winter and just below 88 degrees Fahrenheit in the summer, according to the National Weather Service. Due to these appealing conditions, non-motorized transportation is popular in the state. Both rail and ferry transportation from the Georgia Transit Authority allow for cleaner commutes and traveling, and a more eco-friendly environment, in line with the goals of any prospective Bicycle City, GA, location.

Potential Georgia Bicycle City Locations

Sites in a 50-100-mile radius of the following cities would be ideal for a potential Bicycle City, GA:

Dalton, GA
  • Population: 27,912
  • Average Annual Rainfall: 56.6 inches
  • Average Monthly High Temperatures January - 49, February - 54, March - 63, April - 72, May - 79, June - 86, July - 89, August - 89, September - 83, October - 73, November - 64, December - 53
  • Water Carters Lake, Conasauga River, Allatoona Lake
  • Adjacent Public Land Chattahoochee National Forest, Fort Mountain State Park, Cloudland Canyon State Park
  • Zip Codes 30720, 30721, 30705, 30719, 30728, 30739
  • Other Highlights Dalton is close to Atlanta and has nearby non-motorized use trail winds through Chickamauga National Battlefield Park.
Gainesville, GA
  • Population: 25,578
  • Average Annual Rainfall: 54.6 inches
  • Average Monthly High Temperatures January - 52, February - 56, March - 64, April - 73, May - 79, June - 86, July - 89, August - 88, September - 82, October - 73, November - 64, December - 55
  • Water Lake Sidney Lanier, Nottely Lake, Blue Ridge Lake
  • Adjacent Public Land Chattahoochee National Forest, Amicalola Falls State Park
  • Zip Codes 30501, 30504, 30506, 30507, 30542, 30564, 30575
  • Other Highlights Gainesville is close to the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains.
Augusta, GA
  • Population: 195,182
  • Average Annual Rainfall: 44.6 inches
  • Average Monthly High Temperatures January - 57, February - 61, March - 69, April - 80, May - 84, June - 90, July - 92, August - 90, September - 85, October - 77, November - 68, December - 59
  • Water Savannah River, Brier River
  • Adjacent Public Land Mistletoe State Park, Magnolia Springs State Park
  • Zip Codes 30901, 30904, 30905, 30906, 30907, 30909, 30911, 30912

     

Macon, GA
  • Population: 97,255
  • Average Annual Rainfall: 45 inches
  • Average Monthly High Temperatures January - 57, February - 61, March - 69, April - 76, May - 83, June - 90, July - 92, August - 91, September - 85, October - 77, November - 68, December - 59
  • Water Lake Juliette, Lake Sinclair, Lake Oconee
  • Adjacent Public land Piedmont National Wildlife Refuge, Oconee National Forest, High Falls State Park, Indian Springs State Park
  • Zip Codes 31201, 31204, 31206, 31210, 31211, 31216, 31217, 31220, 31203, 31008
  • Other Highlights: Macon hosts the Georgia State Fair and the annual Cherry Blossom Festival.
LaGrange, GA
  • Population: 25,998
  • Average Annual Rainfall: 53.3 inches
  • Average Monthly High Temperatures January - 53, February - 58, March - 66, April - 73, May - 80, June - 87, July - 89, August - 88, September - 82, October - 73, November - 64, December - 55
  • Water West Point Lake, Lake Harding, Chattahoochee River
  • Adjacent Public Land Roosevelt State Park, Sprewell Bluff State Park
  • Zip Codes 30240, 30241, 30217, 31822, 36855, 30230, 31833, 36862
  • Other Highlights Georgia International Horse Park offers plenty of recreational opportunities.
Waycross, GA
  • Population: 15,333
  • Average Annual Rainfall: 50.5 inches
  • Average Monthly High Temperatures January - 64, February - 68, March - 75, April - 81, May - 88, June - 92, July - 94, August - 93, September - 89, October - 82, November - 74, December - 66
  • Water Satilla River, Suwannee River
  • Adjacent Public land Okeefenokee Swamp, Okeefenokee National Wildlife Refuge, Laura S. Walker State Park, Dixon Memorial State Forest, General Coffee State Park
  • Zip Codes 31501, 31503, 31502, 31537, 31552, 31564, 31510
  • Other Highlights Okeefenokee Swamp National Wildlife Refuge has lots of great trails for hiking and biking.
Savannah, GA
  • Population: 131,510
  • Average Annual Rainfall: 49.5 inches
  • Average Monthly High Temperatures January - 60, February - 64, March - 71, April - 78, May - 84, Jun - 90, July - 92, August - 90, September - 86, October - 78, November - 71, December - 63
  • Water Atlantic Ocean, Savannah River
  • Adjacent Public land Savannah National Wildlife Refuge, Wassaw National Wildlife Refuge, Harris Neck Wildlife Refuge
  • Zip Codes 31401, 31404, 31405, 31406, 31407, 31408, 31410, 31411
  • Other Highlights: Savannah's annual music festival is the largest in the state and one of the most popular in the world.
Bainbridge, GA
  • Population: 11,722
  • Average Annual Rainfall: 55.6 inches
  • Average Monthly High Temperatures January - 62, February - 66, March - 73, April - 79, May - 86, June - 90, July - 92, August - 91, September - 89, October - 81, November - 72, December - 64
  • Water Lake Seminole, Flint River, Ichawaynochaway River, Spring River, Ochlockonee River
  • Adjacent Public land Seminole State Park, Apalachicola National Forest (Florida)
  • Zip Codes 39817, 39819, 31730, 39837, 39870, 39815
  • Other Highlights: Bainbridge preserves the history and charm of the old south. It's also just about 90 miles from Florida beaches!
Albany, GA
  • Population: 76,939
  • Average Annual Rainfall: 53.5 inches
  • Average Monthly High Temperatures January - 60, February - 64, March - 72, April - 78, May - 85, June - 90, July - 93, August - 92, September - 88, October - 80, November - 71, December - 63
  • Water Kinchafoonee River, Abrams River, Flint River, Jones River, Lake Blackshear, Walter F. George Reservoir
  • Adjacent Public land Georgia Veterans Memorial State Park, George T. Bagby State Park, Reed Bingham State Park
  • Zip Codes 31701, 31705, 31706, 31707, 31708, 31721, 31702, 31703
  • Other Highlights: Albany is rich in history, especially related to the Civil Rights movement. Albany is also nicknamed the Pecan Capital of the World!
Brunswick, GA
  • Population: 15,600
  • Average Annual Rainfall: 49.4 inches
  • Average Monthly High Temperatures January - 63, February - 66, March - 72, April - 78, May - 84, June - 90, July - 92, August - 91, September - 87, October - 79, November - 72, December - 65
  • Water Atlantic Ocean, Satilla River, Altamaha River
  • Adjacent Public land Blackbeard Island National Wildlife Refuge, Gray’s Reef National Marine Sanctuary, Cumberland Island National Seashore
  • Zip Codes 31520, 31522, 31523, 31525, 31527, 31565, 31305, 31543
  • Other Highlights: Brunswick borders the Atlantic Ocean and encompasses four barrier islands, an idyllic vacation and recreation destination for many.
Potential Location Source List
Alternative Energy Organizations & Companies in Georgia
Georgia Animal & Wildlife Groups
Georgia Business Organizations and Resources
Georgia Education Organizations & Resources
Georgia Environmental Groups
Georgia International Groups
Georgia State Government
In Conclusion

Georgia is a state that has a reasonable cost of living, a strong healthcare system and a vibrant arts culture—all important factors for a potential Bicycle City, Georgia, development. Plus, the state has plenty to offer to outdoor enthusiasts regardless of age or ability. An extensive public transportation initiative plus the versatile landscape and eco-friendly residents add up to amazing possibilities for a prospective Bicycle City, Ga.

What about you?
  • Is Bicycle City, Georgia, the type of place where you and your family would want to live?
  • What do you think would be the top spots for Bicycle City, GA?
  • What are some of the benefits of having a Bicycle City, Ga. adjacent to or within a community?
  • When thinking about the place you’d call home, what is most important to you?
  • What characteristics of your current area would you change for the better?
  • What constructive criticism could you offer to the developers of Bicycle City, GA?
  • Are there any other suggestions you have on this type of development project?
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