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The Blue Ridge Blog
A collection of stories about Georgia's Blue Ridge Mountains and surrounding region.
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Escape To Blue Ridge for the Ultimate Romantic Getaway
Whether you are celebrating Valentine’s Day or escaping with your soulmate simply to nurture that spark, Blue Ridge is an…
Waterfalls and Winter Hiking
Have you ever been winter hiking? With all the scenery around Blue Ridge and Fannin County, the time of year…
Winter Trout Fishing in Blue Ridge
Winter in North Georgia is the perfect place to enjoy all there is to do outdoors or to enjoy doing…
Beat the Winter Blues in Blue Ridge
Shop, dine and wine with a three-day weekend that screams, “Girls just want to have fun!”
Small Town Holidays in Blue Ridge
Blue Ridge is the perfect place to celebrate the holidays in small town charm
Taste of Amish in Blue Ridge
By guest blogger Malika Bowling
Six things you should try from this country store.
Blue Ridge: By Rail or by River—The Story of Blue Ridge and McCaysville, Georgia
The seemingly opposed character of two North Georgia mountain towns is much more appreciated when seen via the connecting route…
Fall Fishing with Cohutta Fishing Company
Fall is around the corner. No season brings us more excitement to be in the North Georgia Mountains and Blue…
Appalachian Stories from the Folk Apothic
Meet Luke Dilbeck, explorer of the Appalachia, believer in the simple. He is our newest guest writer and will be…
Five Idyllic Picnic Spots for Relaxing and Enjoying Mother Nature
Pack your basket with local treats and head to one of these endearing parks for a picnic you’ll adore.
The Cohutta Wilderness – Best Kept Secret for Fall
Explore the largest Wilderness area east of the Mississippi River to visit thundering waterfalls, untamed forests and cool, clear mountain…
Seven Ways to Avoid the Crowds in Blue Ridge (Beyond Hiking)
Summer vacation looks a little different nowadays, but it should still be filled with fun and adventure.
Whitewater Rafting will be Your Ultimate Summer Experience
One of the “coolest” ways to enjoy Mother Nature with your trusted compadres while staying fit and maintaining a safe…
Rack up the miles! Amazing long-distance hikes near Blue Ridge
Lace up your hiking boots and rack up the miles on these amazing long-distance hikes near Blue Ridge.
Perfect Summer Getaway in Blue Ridge GA
Boating, fishing, tubing, paddle boarding and chasing waterfalls, coupled with outdoor waterside sleeping and dining make this North Georgia town…
Wide Open Spaces in Georgia’s Blue Ridge
Get out into the great outdoors! For the most wide-open spaces head north and avoid the crowds.
Horseback Riding in Blue Ridge
If you want to cover more terrain, see unique and special landscapes and experience something new…a horseback riding adventure is…
10 Most Beautiful Spots in Georgia’s Blue Ridge
Classic waterfalls. Mountain vistas. Rural beauty on scenic drives. Spectacular views from luxury rental cabins. Georgia's Blue Ridge is filled…
Big on Beauty, Low on Mileage: Fantastic Hikes under 2 Miles
Some of our favorite spots are tucked deep within remote wilderness areas.
The Blue Ridge Live Music Scene
Georgia's Blue Ridge is filled with live music in small pubs, outdoor festivals and intimate concert halls!
Birding Around Blue Ridge: Summertime
Summer birding advice from guest blogger Tom Striker.
Quirky Places & Local Treasures
Unusual and unexpected places to eat, shop and play in Blue Ridge and the Copper Basin.
Best Places in the GA Mountains for a Sunrise or Sunset
From rocky outcrops along the Appalachian Trail to some of Georgia’s tallest summit peaks, the North Georgia Mountains near Blue…
10 Memorable Family Adventures in Blue Ridge
By Guest Blogger Lesli Peterson
Hike to a waterfall. Both Long Creek Falls and Falls Branch Falls make excellent hikes with kids. The hike to…
Celebrate Your Special Day in Blue Ridge
Whether you’re celebrating an anniversary, a milestone birthday or a special family reunion–Blue Ridge beckons you to make memories in…
Six Breweries Spanning Two States
Who knew that Blue Ridge and the Copper Basin would one day have six breweries and two wineries for your…
Fun Times Two in the Copper Basin
Too much fun—there’s no such thing! But in McCaysville and the Copper Basin you’ll find two times the adventure when…
Girl Power in the Great Outdoors
Shoot, fish, shop and spa--Blue Ridge, Georgia, is the ultimate getaway for the girls.
Wintertime on the Fly
By guest blogger James Bradley
A guide to fly fishing in February: Our streams and rivers up here in the southern Appalachia’s should become the…
Four Blue Ridge Experiences Your Family Will Remember Forever
by Guest Blogger Lesli Peterson of 365 Atlanta Traveller.com
Special family experiences kindle family bonds and create memories that last a lifetime. They are better than gifts (queue The…
Ten Amazing Facts About McCaysville & Copperhill
Ten pretty amazing things you might not know about McCaysville & Copperhill
Fannin Brewing Company
Fresh Air. Fresh Water. Fresh Beer
Blue Ridge Water Trails
Follow a water trail on rivers, lakes and along mountain streams. The perfect way to get out into Mother Nature…
The Legend of Fairy Crosses
See a collection of fairy crosses at Pezrok in downtown Blue Ridge.
Top 24 Forests to Visit Near Blue Ridge
Here are some of the best forests to explore during your trip to Blue Ridge.
World class rafting on Blue Ridge’s Ocoee River
Each year, more than 300,000 people shoot the rapids on the Toccoa/Ocoee River in Blue Ridge.
Exploring the Past at Brasstown Bald and Fort Mountain
Explore The Past... Ancient Indian (Mayan?) Ruins at Brasstown Bald, Track Rock Gap and Fort Mountain
A Family Hike to Long Creek Falls on the Appalachian Trail
If you want to impress your kids or grandkids, take them on a hike on the Appalachian Trail to beautiful…
Blue Ridge is the Trout Capital of Georgia
Great news! Blue Ridge is now the Trout Capital of Georgia.