Activities & Things to Do in Georgia’s Blue Ridge
Train riding, hiking, fly fishing, whitewater rafting, horseback riding, kayaking, boating, ziplining, exploring — or just relaxing … the options are almost endless here!
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No matter what season you visit — spring, summer, fall or winter — you’ll find plenty to do in the North Georgia mountains!
Looking for adventure? Get outside and hike the Benton-MacKaye Trail or Appalachian Trail. Explore several local waterfalls in the Chattahoochee National Forest. Set out on horseback through forested trails and babbling creeks. Or experience the thrill of whitewater rafting on the nearby Ocoee River.
Need something simpler? Take a ride on the Blue Ridge Scenic Railway from Blue Ridge to the Tennessee-North Carolina border. Rent a pontoon boat or stand-up paddleboard on beautiful Lake Blue Ridge. Lazily tube or kayak down the Toccoa River. Or take advantage of Georgia’s “Trout Fishing Capital” by dipping a line in one of our many trout streams.
5 Things to Do — Fall 2021
Check out the best things to do while you’re visiting the North Georgia mountains in the fall!
Discover Fun in the Copper Basin: McCaysville and Copperhill
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TOONEYS Music Venue: Grab a Friend for a Night of Live Music
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Riverwalk Run Series: Run for the Border!
Run for the Border! Join in the Fun of the Riverwalk Run Seriesf you’re looking for a unique 5K run, come join America’s only 5K series that crosses two states! The Riverwalk Run Series offers four opportunities throughout the year, all starting...
5 Things to Do — Summer 2021
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Get Wet and Cool Off in Georgia’s Blue Ridge!
On a hot summer day, there’s nothing better than getting wet in a creek, river, lake or even a waterfall! If you’re looking for a place to cool off, consider a visit to one of these popular areas and attractions in Georgia’s Blue Ridge.
Hit the Road to Explore Union County and Beyond
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5 Things to Do — Spring 2021
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Play Hard, Play Safe — Make Your Fall Visit Fun and Healthy
Fall in the mountains is good for the soul, with fresh air and beautiful views to spare. Whether you’re visiting for the first time or the 100th, you’ll find North Georgia is nature’s remedy for the quarantine blues. While Georgia’s governor has “reopened” the state, it’s not quite business as usual. Guidelines are in place to help discourage the spread of COVID-19, but it’s nothing that should negatively affect your trip. Just plan ahead, choose sensible things to do and follow some precautions to make the most of your visit.
5 Things to Do — Fall 2020
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5 Things to Do — Spring 2020
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Quit Wishin’ & Start Fishin’
Great Fishing Spots for Kids of All Ages You don’t need waders and a guide to have fun fishing. There are plenty of great fishing holes, including these family friendly favesToccoa Valley Campground Toccoa Valley Campground is known as the “home of the pink tubes.”...
Fly Fishing in North Georgia
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Fall Is Festival Season in the Mountains
We’re quick to celebrate here in the North Georgia mountains. And if it’s fall, you can bet there’s a festival, showcase or special event happening somewhere! Mark your calendar
now for these great events!
Best Spring & Fall Hikes
Spring hiking is a special treat. The wildflowers are starting to pop up, the waterfalls are flowing with a winter’s worth of rain and the summit views are simply stunning. In the Fall, you the views are even more amazing with the changing of the leaves.
F Is for Fall Family Fun
Come celebrate America’s independence in beautiful Blue Ridge, Georgia
5 Things to Do — Fall 2019
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