Outdoor adventure
Outdoor activities in and around Blue Ridge, Georgia:
Hiking & Nature Trails
Appalachian Trail: Hike parts of the iconic Appalachian Trail with scenic views.
Fall Branch Falls Trail: A short, beautiful hike to a picturesque waterfall.
Toccoa River Swinging Bridge: A lovely spot for a hike with access to the longest swinging bridge in Georgia.
Wineries & Vineyards
Living Water Winery & Vineyard: Offers stunning mountain views and estate grown wine and crafted beers.
Bear Claw Vineyards & Winery: The vineyard thrives at 1,832 feet above sea level with rich alluvial soil, producing high-quality wines on-site.
Water Activities
Lake Blue Ridge: Boating, kayaking, paddleboarding, and fishing in the clear waters.
Toccoa River: Popular for trout fishing, kayaking, and tubing.
Rafting, Canoeing, Kayaking, Tubing: Experience adventure on nearby rivers.
Nantahala Outdoor Center: Offering whitewater rafting, kayaking, and ziplining experiences amidst the stunning scenery of the Nantahala River Gorge.
Cool River Tubing: Offers a fun and relaxing tubing experience down the Chattahoochee River, perfect for enjoying the scenic beauty of the North Georgia mountains.
Rolling Thunder River Co.: Offering whitewater rafting and scenic float trips on the Ocoee and Toccoa Rivers.
Waterfalls in the area: Amicalola Falls, Fall Branch Falls, Helton Creek Falls, Nantahala Falls, Long Creek Falls, DeSoto Falls, Cohutta Falls, Upper & Lower Falls of Dukes Creek, Raven Cliff Falls, Toccoa Falls.
Golfing
Whitepath Golf Club: North Georgia’s hidden gem, a public course featuring rolling terrain, small fast bent grass greens, and breathtaking views of the Blue Ridge Mountains and Cohutta Wilderness, perfect for golfers of all skill levels.
Old Toccoa Farm: A beautiful 18-hole, par-72 championship course along the Toccoa River. The course offers picturesque views of the mountains and is a popular choice for golfers looking for a scenic and challenging round.
The Golf Course at Brasstown Valley Resort & Spa: An 18-hole, par-72 championship course set against stunning mountain views, offering a challenging yet scenic experience for golfers of all skill levels.
Parks & Picnicking
Mercier Orchards: Apple orchard, offering delicious fruit, fresh baked goods, cider, and specialty items.
Blue Ridge City Park: A lovely spot for a picnic and enjoying the outdoors with family or friends.
Vogel State Park: One of Georgia's oldest and most beloved state parks, Vogel is located at the base of Blood Mountain in the Chattahoochee National Forest.
Meeks Park: The park is home to seven ball fields, four batting cages, a playground, a skateboard park, basketball court, tennis courts, swimming pool, walking trails, nature trails, a dog park, a disc golf course, several pavilions, and other amenities.
Scenic Drives
Nantahala National Forest: Scenic Byway travels US74, passing through the scenic Nantahala Gorge. One of the most picturesque drives in the area.
Aska Adventure Area Scenic Byway: A beautiful route with access to hiking, fishing, and mountain views.
Mountain Biking
Fightingtown Creek Nature Park: Mountain biking trails
Cartecay River Loop Trail: Riverbank mountain biking trail with scenic views.
Ziplining
Canopy Tours: Zipline through the treetops, offering a thrilling view of the mountains.
Fishing
Toccoa River: Famous for fly-fishing, particularly for rainbow and brown trout.
Lake Blue Ridge: Great for fishing in a peaceful, scenic setting.
Horseback Riding
Trail rides: Enjoy guided horseback rides through the beautiful mountain landscapes.
Rock Climbing
Tallulah Gorge State Park: Though a little further away, it offers rock climbing and hiking opportunities.