Family Holidays in the Mountains
Unique shopping, dining & outdoor fun in a festive mountain town.
The Blue Ridge Blog
A collection of stories about Georgia's Blue Ridge Mountains and surrounding region.
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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
Local Groceries for the Cabin
Pick up some great specialty foods and locally made beverages for the cabin.
25 Unique Christmas Gifts from Blue Ridge & the Copper Basin
It's no fun doing all your shopping online! Come to Blue Ridge and the Copper Basin to do a little…
Top 20 Things to Do in Blue Ridge
Here are some great ways to make the most of your visit from mountain views, to parks, to family adventure…
Cabin Fever in Blue Ridge
Come up to Georgia's Blue Ridge and stay in the mountain cabin of your dreams!
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…
5 Favorite Fall Stops Along the Mountains and Countryside Driving Tour
Crisp air and turning leaves - there is no better time of the year to head to Blue Ridge than…
The Best Stops on Your Day Trip to McCaysville
Check out these hidden treasures as you explore around McCaysville GA.
Girlfriend Getaway to Blue Ridge GA
Grab the girls and head up to the mountains for the perfect break in 2022!
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!
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.
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…
30 Fun Things to Do with Kids
Blue Ridge GA is filled with fun activities that are natural and unique.
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.
Romantic Valentine’s Weekend in Blue Ridge & Fire and Ice Chili Cookoff
Get away together with your sweetie to Blue Ridge this Valentine's Weekend in a cozy mountain cabin, great dinners and…
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
4 Inspiring Date Night Ideas
Ready to ditch the kids for a night (or a weekend?) Seeking something distinct, entertaining, new and exciting? Take your…
The Perfect Weekend Getaway
Now, when you think of Blue Ridge, you think of a lovely secluded cabin with stunning mountain views, right? Are…
Fannin Brewing Company
Fresh Air. Fresh Water. Fresh Beer
Save, Spend, Splurge: Three Days in Blue Ridge, Georgia
From inspiring hikes and waterfalls, to camping under the stars and sipping fine wines and craft brews while dining on…
Blue Ridge Water Trails
Follow a water trail on rivers, lakes and along mountain streams. The perfect way to get out into Mother Nature…
Great Food Spots in Blue Ridge
Here are some of the best dining options in Blue Ridge, GA.
The Legend of Fairy Crosses
See a collection of fairy crosses at Pezrok in downtown Blue Ridge.
18 Special Places To See Near Blue Ridge
Any or all of these unique stops are worth a visit while you're in 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.
Top 12 Scenic Drives Near Blue Ridge
Everywhere you go is somewhere beautiful in Blue Ridge.
A Cultural Mecca in the Mountains
Arts and culture abound in Blue Ridge, Georgia, a haven just 90 miles outside of Atlanta via I-575.
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 after the Georgia Legislature passed HR 1773 this week.