Overview
Located two miles from the intersection of Hwy. 76 and Aska Road, the Lake Blue Ridge Recreation is a U.S. Forest Service passive recreation area with a nice view of Lake Blue Ridge and free boat ramp. The area is also a good place for quiet walks and easy bike rides. A wheelchair accessible picnic table is located at the parking area. Turn left on Dry Branch Road and follow less than one mile.
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