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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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Pet-Friendly Blue Ridge
Wide open spaces, friendly faces, and a dog friendly community make Blue Ridge the ideal place for your whole family…
5 Days in Blue Ridge, Georgia, For Families
From choo-choo to woo-hoo, as you zip along in-air obstacles, this North Georgia destination promises a family vacation to remember.
Spring Drives & Hikes in Blue Ridge
Where can you get out into the beauty of a Blue Ridge Spring? Check out these gorgeous trails and scenic…
When Do The Wildflowers Bloom?
A short guide to spring wildflower bloom times in Blue Ridge.
Kids Outdoor Learning: Summer in Georgia’s Blue Ridge
Blue Ridge, Georgia: Experiential Learning Takes Center Stage in this Mountain “Classroom”. Earn an A+ for a summer of outdoor…
30 Fun Things to Do with Kids
Blue Ridge GA is filled with fun activities that are natural and unique.
15 Free Things to do in Blue Ridge
Sometimes you just want to get away, but your wallet has other ideas. Don’t let that stop you. With so…
Blue Ridge Spring & Summer Bucket List
Book your Getaway! Check out this bucket list of top picks for spring outings with the family.
Blue Ridge Spring Break Planner 2023
Spring Break is right around the corner... planning a Spring Break to Blue Ridge GA for March or April this…
4 Unique Downtown Blue Ridge Escapes Perfect for Couples
Candlelight dining, fireside chats after a waterfall hike, a wine tasting on a chilly afternoon…there are a dozen ways to…
Healthy Food Spots in Blue Ridge
There are some delicious healthy food spots to dine in and pickup take-out food in Blue Ridge. Here are some…
Girlfriend Getaway to Blue Ridge GA
Grab the girls and head up to the mountains for the perfect break in 2023!
Plan a 2023 Wellness Vacation in Blue Ridge GA
3 Hours in Downtown Blue Ridge
You’ve got three hours in Downtown Blue Ridge; how do you spend them? Whether you want to take in the…
16 Waterfalls Within an Hour of Blue Ridge
An ideal place to unwind in nature Blue Ridge, Georgia, about 90 minutes north of Atlanta via I-575, greets visitors…
5 Hikes Under 5 Miles in Georgia’s Blue Ridge
There are a multitude of long day-hike trails in Blue Ridge, but if you want just a touch of Mother…
Best Spa, Wellness & Yoga Spots in Blue Ridge
Healthy New Year! Blue Ridge has some great ways to get into healthy living, surrounded by some of the most…
Instagram Worthy Spots in Blue Ridge
Fill your soul and your Instagram feed with these 5 amazing Insta worthy spots in and around beautiful Blue Ridge, GA!
Local Groceries for the Cabin
Pick up some great specialty foods and locally made beverages for the cabin.
Top 20 Things to Do in Blue Ridge GA
Here are some great ways to make the most of your visit from mountain views, to parks, to family adventure…
Shop and Relax Blue Ridge Style
Small town shopping sure beats the malls! Come on up to Blue Ridge, GA for a relaxing holiday shopping experience.
The Best Stops on Your Day Trip to McCaysville
Check out these hidden treasures as you explore around McCaysville GA.
Blue Ridge, Georgia: Combine a Mountain Getaway with Unique Shopping
From fishermen to art collectors, one of the South’s “Best Mountain Towns” offers treasures for all
Unique Blue Ridge GA Wedding Venues
Whether you are seeking a grand venue for over 200 guests, or an intimate space for a small group of…
Birding Around Blue Ridge — Spring & Summer
The flute-like songs of Wood Thrushes haunt our hardwood forests in summer, and the calls of Eastern Screech Owls and…
Special Places & Attractions Nearby Blue Ridge
Blue Ridge is surrounded by special places for sightseeing and adventures in the tri-state area of Georgia, Tennessee and North…
Adventure is for the Girls!
Shoot, fish, hike, shop and spa--Blue Ridge is the ultimate girlfriends' getaway.
5 Small Coffee & Treats Spots in Georgia’s Blue Ridge
Treat yourself to one of Georgia Blue Ridge's small coffee and dessert spots!
12 Unique Shops in Georgia’s Blue Ridge
One of the charms of Blue Ridge and the Copper Basin is the amazing variety of locally owned and operated…
Cool Weather, Short Hikes in Blue Ridge GA
The weather is turning cooler and perfect for hiking adventures. Here are some fantastic hikes under 2 Miles
12 Spectacular Spots for Fall Colors
Blue Ridge has so many spots to enjoy the splendor of fall colors. Here are a dozen special places to…
Fall Colors With a Twist
There are so many ways to experience fall in the north Georgia Mountains. Here are some unusual experiences that make…
Take a scenic drive through gorgeous north Georgia mountain scenery
These scenic drives in Georgia's Blue Ridge combine some of the prettiest views of the countryside with curvy mountain roads…
How to be a Great Outdoors Visitor
Nature's bounty is plentiful in the beautiful North Georgia Mountains! Here are some important practices to put in place while…
Surprises Just Over the Border
Did you know that Georgia’s McCaysville is part of the Copper Basin, which also includes cities just over the border…
Blue Ridge for Outdoor Sports Lovers
Plenty a weekend is spent in the mountains of Blue Ridge, feet lounging on the deck of log cabin…juicy novel…
Where to Find Water in Blue Ridge GA
Blue Ridge GA is surrounded by some of the most pristine and cooling waters in the southeastern USA. Perfect for…
Navigating 7 Sensational Blue Ridge Art Experiences
When mentioning Blue Ridge, your first thoughts might include waterfalls, hiking trails, the scenic railway or Downtown’s bustling shopping area…
Discover Inola in Blue Ridge
Set right outside of downtown Blue Ridge, a visit to Inola is like walking back in time to the early…
7 Places to Enjoy a Cocktail in Blue Ridge (with recipes)
Spring and summer weather afford more reasons to explore Blue Ridge on the trails, in the shops and aboard the…
10 Ways to Find Beautiful in Blue Ridge
There’s beautiful, and then there’s Blue Ridge beautiful. Come on up to the north Georgia mountains for some beautiful experiences…
7 Selfie Spots in Blue Ridge to Document Your Adventure
If you didn’t take a selfie, were you even there?
Where to Go Kayaking in Blue Ridge
Enjoy beautiful mountain scenery and pastoral lands, while kayaking small rapids or calm lake waters in Blue Ridge. Whether you…
Blue Ridge Spring — How to Find More To Explore
Blue Ridge, Georgia has so much to explore! Here are some great planning tools to make the most of your…
7 Artisan Items You’ll Only Find in Blue Ridge
Blue Ridge is home to a community of makers, with ample opportunity to bring your mountain visit home with you…
State Parks Near Blue Ridge
With waterfalls, shopping, mountain biking and the railway, it is easy to visit Blue Ridge without ever leaving the area…
6 Sensational RV Parks in Blue Ridge
Nestled in the mountains, Blue Ridge is known for epic fishing, the Blue Ridge Scenic Railway, unique upscale shopping and…
Where to Be in Two Places at Once: McCaysville and Copperhill
Looking to be in two places at once? Visit these locations that straddle the state lines!
Craft Brews in Blue Ridge
If wine isn’t your cup of tea, Blue Ridge and the Copper Basin have plenty of spots to drink craft…
Free Maps & Self-Guided Experiences
When you visit Blue Ridge, Georgia, you'll find that there's so much to do, you can hardly schedule it all…
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
Come on up to the Trout Capital of Georgia for huge trout and winter fun!
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…
Eight Secluded Cabins Ideal for a Socially Distant Getaway
If you feel like your four walls are closing in, but you’re not yet ready for an expansive travel getaway…
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!