Welcome to Blue Ridge Georgia

The cozy mountain town you’ve been searching for

 

Where your Adventure Begins

Named a Top Mountain Town in 2021 by Southern Living, the scenic mountain town of Blue Ridge boasts a population of less than 2,000 but an abundance of restaurants, breweries, shops, and art galleries. This well kept secret of a town is safely ensconced in the Chattahoochee National Forest, and the town’s most alluring features have remained unchanged for decades: clear, trout-stocked mountain streams; pristine Lake Blue Ridge; blossoming apple orchards; blazing autumn foliage, and of course the Blue Ridge Scenic Railway, which winds through forests, Appalachian foothills, and along the Toccoa River in vintage rail cars.

 
 

  • Scrumptious dining choices await, with local specialities such as local trout, barbeque, fried apple pies, biscuits, and sausage gravy. From wine and tapas bars to superfood cafes, there’s something for every Foodie here. Download the full restaurant guide here.

  • Outdoor lovers will delight in the abundance of activities, including horseback riding through the Chattahoochee National Forest, white water rafting on the Ocoee River, kayaking at Lake Blue Ridge, and hiking to waterfalls near Blue Ridge including Long Creek Falls and the Swinging Bridge on the Toccoa River.

  • Blue Ridge is full of amazing craft breweries and farm wineries. From the German-inspired beers at Fannin Brewing Co to the exquisite hard ciders from Mercier, there’s something for everyone in one of the 19 local breweries and wineries. Download the touring map here.

  • Blue Ridge is one of the Top Ten Craft Towns in the country. The natural beauty of the area draws artists, potters, musicians, creative enterprises and the people who appreciate them. Art lovers find plenty to admire in Blue Ridge, including stunning hand-blown glassworks at Multitudes Gallery, a Community Theatre, and plenty of Live Music venues.

  • Take the family on an adventure they’ll never forget. Ride the Blue Ridge Scenic Railway. Hike on the Appalachian Trail. Go gem mining or geocaching for treasures. Pick apples at Mercier Orchards. Go tubing or rafting. Check out our interesting little downtowns in Blue Ridge and McCaysville, jump into outdoor adventures in the National Forests! Check out a full list of family friendly activities here.