Blue Ridge

Explore Blue Ridge

Blue Ridge Georgia is a small town of about 1500 residents located in the north part of the state on the southern edge of the Blue Ridge Mountains.

Only 90 minutes north of Atlanta, the area is home to beautiful mountains and lakes and features hiking, biking, fishing, boating, golfing and so much more!

Cohutta Waterfall
Welcome to Blue Ridge
Blue Ridge Downtown
Adventure

Hiking, Biking, Waterfalls and Scenic Drives

There are hundreds of trails in the Blue Ridge area for people of all ages and skills.

Cohutta Wilderness trails are just a short distance west of Solitude.  It is 34,102 acres of wilderness area so there’s a lot to explore!  Jacks River Falls is a popular destination.

The Aska Adventure Area is southeast of Blue Ridge and has many trails. Falls Branch Falls is a fairly short easy hike.  Many miles of mountain biking trails are also here.

The Benton Mackaye Trail  is a footpath that meanders over 300 miles of Georgia, Tennessee and North Carolina.  It passes through Fannin county so you can hop on and off at many places.

Waterfall hikes are popular and the start of the 2000+ mile Appalachian trail is on Springer Mountain in Fannin county.

The best way to see Blue Ridge Georgia is to live locally!  Our log cabin is affordable to rent and features year round mountain views and nearly 2500 square feet of living space.

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Solitude
Water Sports

Fishing, Boating, Tubing

Blue Ridge is known as the trout fishing capital of Georgia for good reason.  The Toccoa River flows toward Tennessee where it is known as the Ocoee River.  It is well known for its trout fly fishing.  The same river is perfect for a cooling ride down in an inner tube!  Fighting Town creek is also excellent for catching trout (and it is close to Solitude!) 

Bass fish are the big catch on Lake Blue Ridge.  Local fishing guides are available.  You can also rent kayaks and paddle boards on the lake as well as boats at the Blue Ridge Marina.

In Town

shopping and Restaurants

Downtown Blue Ridge is a shoppers paradise with many speciality stores to enjoy.  Be sure to check out the Bear Store for everything bear related from statues and knick-knacks to t-shirts. (Our Welcome Bear was adopted from there).  

You can also find stores selling candy, fudge, beef jerky, antiques, local crafts and of course clothing.

Blue Ridge has many typical fast food restaurants you see all over the country but the local restaurants are excellent and range from casual to classy.  BBQ, pizza, and local southern cuisine should satisfy even the pickiest eaters!

If you are looking for quick shopping trip the town has several grocery stores (Ingalls and Food Lion), an ACE hardware and of course a Home Depot and a 24 hour Walmart.

Solitude is the name.  Our luxury log cabin rental is the perfect place to start your adventure in the Blue Ridge Mountains. We are near the Cohutta Wilderness trails and only 15 minutes from the center of Blue Ridge for shopping and great restaurants.

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In The Area

Orchards, Wineries and Breweries

North Georgia is home to many wonderful orchards, wineries and breweries.

Mercier Orchards is the number one tourist attraction in the area. Seasonal fruits are grown locally and some of the best baked goods you’ll ever eat are for sale at their store.  You can even do your own picking.  It is a must see!

Breweries include Grumpy Old Men Brewing, Fannin Brewing Company, Buck Bald Brewing and Copperhill Brewery.

Bear Claw Vineyards and Serenberry Vineyards are in Blue Ridge among many others in the nearby area.

Hot tub time!  After visiting all the great places in Blue Ridge you will need some rest and relaxation!  Our rental cabin has an 8 person hot tub you can enjoy all year round.

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New hot tub fall 2021
Other fun stuff

Local Attractions

Blue Ridge has lots of other unique things to see and do!

Looking for something different?

What are you waiting for? The mountains are calling!

Solitude is our Blue Ridge Georgia rental cabin.

We’d love to have you come visit!

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Fire pit at dusk

Annual Festivals

Surround yourself with fun in Georgia’s Blue Ridge!

 

Fire and Ice Chili Cookoff – President’s Day Weekend
Downtown Blue Ridge
Combine a chili cookoff with ice sculptures and you have an unlikely combination for the 7th Annual Fire and Ice Cookoff in Downtown Blue Ridge. 

Annual Blue Ridge Writers Conference – Early April
Blue Ridge Mountains Arts Association Art Center
A literary tradition and unique cultural asset enjoyed by our many writers and aspiring writers each Spring as they gather in Blue Ridge to learn more about their special craft.

Troutfest and Outdoor Adventures – Last Weekend in April
Great exhibits by outdoor organizations and businesses, education on trout fishing, entertainment, food trucks and more in downtown Blue Ridge City Park. 

Blue Ridge Wine & Jazz Festival – June
Bringing live jazz, great wines, fine art and delicious cuisine while sitting in a panoramic mountain view.

Spring Arts in the Park – Memorial Day Weekend
Downtown Blue Ridge City Park
Features over 200 art, craft and food booths. The best in mountain crafts and fine art, artists demonstrations, music and dance. Recognized as one of the Top 20 Events by the Southeastern Tourism Society.

Spring and Fall Old Farmers Market Craft Fair – last 2 weekends in April and October
Old State Farmers Market – Blue Ridge, GA
Local craft fair featuring homemade and home grown items.

Spring and Fall Plein Air Festivals
Each spring and fall, artists from across the region converge on Blue Ridge to capture the scenic beauty of this mountain community. Each event showcases the change of seasons. Artists from across the southeast get outside and recreate nature’s beauty. 

Independence Day Parade – Saturday Closest to July 4th
Downtown Blue Ridge
Funny and fun Fourth of July celebration and parade in Downtown Blue Ridge. 

Lake Blue Ridge Fireworks – Saturday Closest to July 4th
Fabulous Fireworks will be shot off near the Lake Blue Ridge Dam and can be viewed from there as well as Morganton Point Recreation Area, Tammen Park and Lake Blue Ridge Marina. The marina will have live music and barbeque throughout the day.

Old Fashioned Fourth in McCaysville – July 4th Weekend
Downtown McCaysville-Copperhill
Old fashioned small town Independence Day celebration featuring an impressive fireworks display from Tater Hill in downtown McCaysville-Copperhill.

Blue Ridge Kiwanis Rodeo – August
Kiwanis Fairgrounds in Blue Ridge
Western rodeo with bull riding, saddle bronc riding, calf roping, bareback, steer wrestling, team roping, barrel racing and special events. Great food and fun for all ages.

Labor Day Barbeque
Downtown Blue Ridge
Annual Barbeque starts at 11 a.m. until the food runs out. Downtown Blue Ridge City Park. Good food and entertainment. 

Ride the Rails Festival – April & September
Mineral Bluff Depot
A two and one half mile round trip ride by railroad motor car traveling through the Iron Bridge over the beautiful Toccoa River, then returning over the bridge to the Historic Mineral Bluff Depot. Model railroad display, food vendors and more.

Blue Ridge Blues & Barbeque Festival – September
Downtown Blue Ridge
Blues Crawl Friday night, followed by great blues and barbeque Saturday. 

Fall Foliage Train Rides
Blue Ridge Scenic Railway
Enjoy the brilliant colors of fall on a special train ride during October and early November.

Fall Arts in the Park -2nd weekend of October
Downtown Blue Ridge City Park
Features hundreds of regional artists and craftsmen, juried art, craft and food booths. The best in mountain crafts and fine art, artists demonstrations, music and dance. 

Paws in the Park – 2nd weekend of October
Downtown Blue Ridge City Park
Have a fun day with your favorite pet; parade, pet education and demonstrations, costume contest, prizes, photos and more. 

Halloween Safe Zones
Downtown Blue Ridge and McCaysville
Treats and fun for all. Good, safe Halloween fun in downtown Blue Ridge and McCaysville. Kids of all ages trick or treat from shop to shop. Pumpkin carving and costume contests, food and entertainment.

Holiday Art Show & Sale – Each November-December
Shop for regional art and crafts at the Blue Ridge Mountains Arts Association Thanksgiving through Christmas.

Light up Blue Ridge – Saturday after Thanksgiving
Downtown Blue Ridge
Christmas festival in Downtown Blue Ridge. Music, refreshments, caroling and all-day activities. Official lighting of the Christmas tree and Santa arrives!!

Hometown Christmas – First Saturday of December
Downtown McCaysville
Kiwanis Christmas Parade, Santa’s arrival, food, refreshments and entertainment. Lighting of the bridge.

Blue Ridge Scenic Railway Christmas Express – Weekends in December
Blue Ridge Depot
Come ride the holiday train and see Santa, Mrs. Santa and the elves. Listen to Christmas stories and sing carols.

New Year’s Wine Train – New Year’s Eve
Blue Ridge Depot
Celebrate New Year’s Eve with a festive ride on the Blue Ridge Scenic Railway.