Why Invest in Piedmont?
Piedmont is a rare alignment of outdoor recreation assets and small-town infrastructure. The same rail corridor that once carried freight now carries cyclists. Forest and farmland support hiking, paddling, and ATV riding. Main Street sits at the crossroads, with available buildings and a growing base of anchor businesses.
As trail and outdoor tourism grow across the Southeast, communities with ready-to-go infrastructure and authentic downtowns are especially well positioned. Piedmont is one of them.
Key Advantages
- Direct access to Chief Ladiga Trail, with connections to the Silver Comet Trail in Georgia.
- Proximity to the Pinhoti Trail, Terrapin Creek, and Indian Mountain ATV Park.
- Existing anchor businesses investing in growth: Pinhoti Pizza Company, Main Street South Vendor Mall, EXIT Realty Foothills.
- Available historic buildings and underutilized properties suitable for lodging, retail, food, and outfitters.
- Strong regional story potential, already recognized in regional and national media.
To explore buildings, land, and business opportunities, connect with local agents at EXITFoothills.com.
Trail-Oriented Business Ideas
Examples of concepts that align well with Piedmont’s identity as a trail town include:
- Bike shop and service center, possibly combined with rentals or shuttles.
- Outfitter for paddling, hiking, and bikepacking gear.
- Small-scale boutique lodging or hostel geared to cyclists and hikers.
- Additional restaurants, coffee, and dessert concepts that serve trail traffic.
- Art, outdoor lifestyle, and maker-focused retail in downtown storefronts.