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Blue Ridge, Georgia is such a fun place to stay! My husband and I live about an hour and a half away, and we visit quite often. We have our favorite things to do, but we try to do something new and different every time we visit. From trying different restaurants to try new food, outdoors, shopping, and more, there are many things to get into and make a day trip or weekend get-a-way out of visiting Blue Ridge. I hope this travel guide helps you with planning your adventure to Blue Ridge, Georgia!
Pre-Travel Guide For Your Visit to Blue Ridge, Ga
How to get around Blue Ridge, Georgia
Blue Ridge is a very spread out mountain town. Other than the downtown area, most things take some time to travel to. The best way to get around in Blue Ridge is to drive, especially if you stay in a cabin. If you are visiting the downtown area, I suggest driving nearby and parking your vehicle. Doing this will allow you to walk through the downtown area and get the best experience out of it.
Places to stay in Blue Ridge, Georgia
If you are looking to rent a cabin in the beautiful Blue Ridge mountains, I suggest renting through Southern Comfort Cabin Rentals or Mountain Hideaway Cabin Vacation Rentals. They have some very nice cabins with a beautiful view. The cabins are tucked away in the mountains and provide a serene place to stay while in Blue Ridge. My husband and I have used these companies and have not been disappointed.
There are also some great and affordable cabin rental options on Air B&B.
Closer to the downtown area, there is the Blue Ridge Inn Bed & Breakfast and the Cast and Blast Inn. These will give you a homey feel and make you feel welcome in Blue Ridge.
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Best Time To Visit Blue Ridge, Georiga
I want to say that there is not a bad time to visit Blue Ridge, but that is only because I love the area so much! Early spring to early fall (April to October) is probably the best time to visit Blue Ridge due to the weather. In the wintertime, the weather can get cold, and it can snow.
I love spending time in Blue Ridge during the fall. The fall foliage is breathtaking, and the weather is very nice and enjoyable. There are also some fun festivals like the Apple Festival during the fall season in Blue Ridge.
Restaurants to Visit in Blue Ridge, Georgia
Danielle’s Café is a wonderful French cuisine restaurant. It is in the heart of downtown Blue Ridge and can be accessed by parking downtown and walking to it. The owner is French and makes authentic meals. My husband and I ate at Danielle’s Café for the first-time last year. We ate here right before we traveled to France. We were so excited to get a taste of what we were looking forward to with our big trip!
Toccoa Riverside Restaurant- If you are looking for good food with a good view, this restaurant will not let you down.
Pink Pig BBQ- Do you want to have some of the best BBQ you have ever had? Check out the Pink Pig BBQ! It is on the outskirts of Blue Ridge, but it is worth the drive.
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Things to do Outside in Blue Ridge, Georgia
Blue Ridge is filled with outdoor fun!
Blue Ridge Scenic Railway
The Blue Ridge Scenic Railway is a BLAST. It is something you can do with the whole family, and everyone will love it! The train offers open and closed cabs, and I prefer the open-cab. It allows you to take in the sights, smells, and fresh air of the mountains. The train ride is a total of 4 hours through the foothills of the Appalachian Mountains. You also get to get out of the train and explore in McCaysville, Georgia, before heading back to Blue Ridge.
Apple Picking
Apple picking is very popular in Blue Ridge. Mercier Orchards (my absolute favorite) is a great place to go apple picking! They load everyone up on a wagon and take you out to the orchards. You can spend the day picking your apples and spending time outdoors with your family. When you get finished, they will bring you back to where you started. The orchard is huge, and the apples are so good.
Ziplining
Blue Ridge, Georgia, offers outdoor thrill by going Ziplining! The company, Zipline Canopy Tours, offers different ziplining tours throughout the mountains. They also have a neat challenge course for all you adrenaline junkies! Enjoy the outdoors, soak up some sun, and get your adventure on.
Hiking
Blue Ridge would not be what it is without all the beautiful nature, scenery, and views. One of my favorite parts about Blue Ridge is enjoying nature while hiking with my husband. The Aska Trails start on Aska Road in Blue Ridge. There are also some beautiful places to hike and explore in the Cohutta Mountains, which are located near Blue Ridge, Ga.
Street Art
Downtown Blue Ridge is a very unique area. There are some unique stores that I have not seen anywhere else! There is also street art on the side of buildings as you walk through downtown. It’s nice to take a moment and admire the artwork done by locals.
Free Things to do in Blue Ridge, Georgia
Lake Blue Ridge
Spend some time soaking up the sun, fishing, or a picnic by Lake Blue Ridge. Lake Blue Ridge is beautiful and is mostly bordered by the Chattahoochee National Forest. It makes for a good spot to take the family and enjoy some time outdoors. It is even better because it’s free!
Fannin County Veterans Memorial Park
Take some time to honor our veterans at Fannin County Veterans Memorial Park. The park is very well maintained and is easy to maneuver through. It is a great place to teach a history lesson to your children while thanking those who have served our country.
Big Foot Museum Satellite Store
The Big Foot Museum satellite store is in downtown Blue Ridge. They give you a peek into what the Big Foot museum is all about! They have a few displays set out, and they provide you with cool facts and information about Big Foot. It is free to enter. If you are skeptical about visiting the Big Foot Museum, I would visit their satellite store to see what it is all about! You will not be disappointed with the interesting things you will see.
Things to do with kids in Blue Ridge, Georgia
Many of the options I have listed above are perfect for you to do with the whole family. Exploring downtown Blue Ridge is always fun for the kids because there are shops, entertainment, and sweets they will love. A few of the places I recommend taking them are:
- 2nd Story Entertainment– Mini Golf Anyone?
- Huck’s General Store– Let them fill up a bag full of candy!
- The Blue Ridge Depot– See the train come & go.
- Blue Ridge City Park– Time for picnics & the playground!
Big Foot Museum
The actual Big Foot museum, Expedition Big Foot, is located between Ellijay and Blue Ridge. The kids will love learning about Big Foot and how to hunt for him! I suggest taking them to the museum because you will love it just as much as your kids will!
Gem Mining
Who doesn’t love gem mining? See what you can discover at one of the several gem mining operations in Blue Ridge, Georgia.
It Wouldn’t be Blue Ridge Without…
Wineries!
My husband and I love visiting the local wineries in Blue Ridge, Georgia. One of our favorites is the Engelhiem Vineyards. It is technically located in Ellijay but is not a far drive from Blue Ridge. They have a beautiful setup, and you can sit out on the patio and enjoy a glass of wine with a beautiful view and they usually have live music. They also do tours through their vineyard! There are some other great options in Blue Ridge like Mercier Orchards and Bear Claw Vineyards. If you enjoy trying wine, I suggest visiting any of these vineyards!
I hope you have fun planning your trip to Blue Ridge, Georgia. It really is a beautiful place to visit packed with tons of fun! If you have any questions, please reach out to me. We visit Blue Ridge quite often and I am familiar with most of the areas around Blue Ridge, Georgia.
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Catherine
Ooooo this looks so freaking amazing!!!! I would definitely do a cabin rental. I really want to go apple picking. Blue Ridge sounds so fun! Thanks for sharing!
The cabins are the best & apple picking is fun. We try to do this every year!
This is a day trip for us. Thanks for the great ideas. We will be doing this for sure.
It’s a day trip for me and my husband too. We have a good time in Blue Ridge a few times a year!
Our family loves this kind of thing… renting a cabin, exploring the town, hiking, wineries… I think Blue Ridge would be exactly what we need!
It would be a fun trip for you guys!
This was such a well done blog! I love all the different suggestions and will definitely have to add Blue Ridge to my list! We visit Atlanta a lot for family, but I’m always looking for fun overnight detours within driving distance. This sounds perfect!
It would be a great detour heading towards Atlanta! It isn’t too far away from there 🙂
This sounds absolutely breathtaking and so much fun. I can’t wait to get back to travelling! I’ll definitely keep this in mind.
I’m so ready to start traveling again as well! It is much needed for me and my husband.
Never been Blue Ridge, GA. Those look like great things to do. I know my mother would like the cabins. Great info.
Sounds like a great place to visit. My hubby and I often drive through Georgia on our way to Florida so we will make this place our pit stop next time FO SHO! 😛
That’s a wonderful idea! It is a perfect place to stop even for a few hours! You would enjoy your time there.
I didn’t know that was a town named Blue Ridge. I live in NC and we often visit the Blue Ridge Mountains of NC. Very interesting information! Thanks!
The town is located in Northwest Georgia! It is beautiful!
I’m from Cleveland, just over the mountain from Blue Ridge! A lot of my dad’s family was from that area, so we spent HOURS at a time over and over again during my childhood there. Such fond memories!
Sounds like such a fun place to visit. The winery,zip lining and the railway sound like a blast! Cabin with a Mountain View 😍😍😍Will have to add to my bucket list.
All the fun and beautiful things! It’s a must visit for sure.