The main amenity of Big Canoe, of course, is the land itself.  There are three waterfalls to visit, as well as a couple of log cabins, a mill, and broken down chimneys that mark where intrepid settlers staked their claims and raised their families, a century or more ago.

And yet, as unspoiled as the natural beauty of Big Canoe is, it is a fully supported community in which everyone can feel safe and at home. There is 24-hour security within Big Canoe, and nearby fire and medical service across from Big Canoe's north entrance.  The General Store sells gasoline, food, and gifts. The Sconti Clubhouse offers a panoramic view while relaxing over a fine meal. Mail delivery is made to the Big Canoe post office. A 24-hour ATM is located there as well.

An interdenominational chapel can seat 360 people for worship services on Sundays. The adjoining Broyles Center offers a library and pottery room - and sponsors all kinds of community activities. The chapel has also just built an outdoor amphitheater.

There is even a place to hold a high powered business meeting, in the Chimney's Conference Center next to the real estate office.

In all, Big Canoe occupies 7,600 acres of mountains and valleys. Thirty percent of this property has been set aside for greenbelts and recreational areas. Hiking trails interlace the entire property.

The Nature Valley is a prime example of the dedication of Big Canoe to preserving its natural habitat. It is a 400-acre tract of land that follows Disharoon Creek from Lake Disharoon up to two spectacular waterfalls in the northern reaches of Big Canoe. Hiking trails weave their way through the valley, with its spectacular ferns and laurels.

A new addition to the natural amenities of Big Canoe is McDaniel Meadows, a wildflower preserve near the North Gate. Colorful wildflowers are in bloom continuously from March until November. The easy trail that winds through the meadow had become one of the most popular hikes in Big Canoe. Other trails on the property include the Loop the Lake trail, the Robert Platt trail, and the Indian Rocks trails.

There are three lakes in Big Canoe. Lake Disharoon is dedicated to swimming, canoeing and paddleboating. Lake Sconti and Lake Petit are reserved for boating and fishing. Lake Petit is stocked with trout, enhancing the fishing experience. Classes and competitions are held each summer for every level of angling.

The Sconti Golf Club wraps its 27 holes around Lake Sconti, as well as a couple of ponds and innumerable mountain streams. It has been rated as one of the top 20 golf courses in Georgia. The club is run by head pro Dave O'Connor, and sponsors tournaments and special events throughout the summer months. A huge driving range lets golfers fine tune their skills without going out on the course. All of the pros at the club are teaching pros, eager to help you improve your game. The Creek course has just been renovated, with all of the greens and traps being rebuilt.

Big Canoe also has a full complement of tennis facilities: two indoor courts, four outdoor hard courts, and four clay courts, with four of the courts lighted for night play. Tennis pro Howard Hunt and his wife Lyn run the tennis program, which has grown tremendously in recent years.  The club sponsors leagues and special events throughout the year, encouraging couples, seniors, and youth to discover how much fun tennis can be.

The swim club at Disharoon provides both lake and pool swimming. The sandy beaches and rock slide enhance the lake's invitation to swim and beckon to the child within everyone. The swimming pool has recently been replaced with a new pool. In addition, construction is complete on the fitness center which is adjacent to the swim club. It offers a junior Olympic size pool, a weight and exercise area, a snack bar, a racquet court, and a multi-purpose room for aerobic exercises and other uses.