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101 Bridge Street - McCaysville, GA 30555
Surround yourself with the beauty, relaxation and natural fun that are uniquely Georgia's Blue Ridge Experience. Enjoy the splendor and exhilaration of a day hiking to nearby waterfalls, horseback riding on forested trails or whitewater rafting in our unspoiled mountain beauty. Looking for quiet romance or peace of mind? Try spending the day watching the sun glimmer across the aqua blue waters of Lake Blue Ridge or crystal clear Toccoa River. We're waiting to delight you in one of our cozy mountain cabins overlooking pristine valleys and ridge tops. Take a nap in the fresh, clear mountain air lulled by the hypnotic sound of a nearby trout stream.
Or perhaps you're looking for a little excitement. Discover the sheer joy of a whitewater rafting adventure or a ride on the Blue Ridge Scenic Railway. Spend a day exploring our mountain art and culture, past and present, in the many galleries across the region or browse for antiques in the shops that line our mountain towns.
After a day spent outdoors or relaxing with your favorite book in front of the fire or counting the fireflies in the early evening mist, choose from a variety of dining experiences to cap off your night. Whether you stay for a day, a weekend, a month or a lifetime, you will surround yourself with the memories and the magic of Georgia's Blue Ridge Experience. Please visit http://www.blueridgemountains.com/
for calender of events, shopping, dining and much more!!
Attractions in Blue Ridge, McCaysville & the Copper Basin
While many people make the journey to Fannin County for our natural attractions, or just to kick back and relax, there are many things to do here to make your visit more fun. The Georgia Historic High Country Travel Association calls the Blue Ridge Scenic Railway one of the "must see" attractions in the north Georgia mountains. The railroad connects the towns of Blue Ridge and McCaysville, and offers a journey along the Toccoa River with the backdrop of the Blue Ridge and Cohutta Mountains. For Tickets and Train Information please visit www.brscenic.com
or call 800-934-1838.
The charming cities of Blue Ridge and McCaysville each have a distinct character and history. You'll enjoy browsing through antique, craft and specialty shops in both of the quaint downtowns. Cross the Blue Line in McCaysville and you're in Tennessee. Watch for the "chicken crossing" sign near Blue Ridge City Park in Blue Ridge or even a Mama Chicken and her chicks. While you're in downtown Blue Ridge, don't miss the opportunity to take a horse driven carriage ride.
Southern Living Magazine has called Mercier Orchards its "favorite roadside market." You are guaranteed to find the best assortment of north Georgia apples and the best fried apple pie anywhere. For another farm experience, visit Sugar Creek Farm and Inn and see the Suri Alpacas. You can also see the Alpaca wool spun into yarn at Georgia Mountain Fiber at Hampton Square. Blairsville's Southern Tree Plantation has lots more than Christmas trees. Visit during October for Fun on the Farm, with pumpkins, hayrides, a petting farm, marshmallow roasting, kid's train and pony rides and much more. Facilities at the tree plantation are also available for special parties, events and weddings all year long.
To learn more about the mining history of the Copper Basin, visit the Burra Burra Mine and Museum in Ducktown, Tenn. Last, but not least, visit the Ocoee Whitewater Center, site of the 1996 U.S. Olympic Canoe/Kayak/Slalom events. The information center displays legacy items from the games. There are hiking trails, picnic areas, a native garden, gift shop and "The Blue Hole," the area's most famous swimming hole.
Where To Eat
Eating traditional southern Appalachian foods is part of the fun when you visit the Blue Ridge area. The favorite, of course, is local mountain trout -- fried, broiled, pecan-crusted, smoked -- pick your variety. There is apple everything - apple bread, apple butter, fried apple pies, apple cider, you need to taste them all! Of course, there's Georgia ice cream -- i.e. grits -- for breakfast, along with hot cat-head biscuits with honey or sorghum syrup. Barbeque ribs, country ham, fried chicken, mashed potatoes and gravy, watermelon -- yum, yum!
You'll find fine dining on the banks of the Toccoa River or in downtown Blue Ridge or McCaysville. There are lots of choices for a big southern meal, or "meat and three." Just for fun there's a 50's style malt shop, Victorian tea room (for the "red hat" gang), a river shack, ice cream shoppe and several deli's to choose from. Of course, there's wonderful Italian food and pizza, plus several excellent Chinese and Mexican restaurants for variety. Oh -- and lots of fast food for the kids.
Some folks prefer to kick back and relax in the cabin with a romantic picnic supper from some fantastic gourmet catering shops. 
For Fannin Restaraunts Guide: http://blueridgemountains.com/restaurants.html
For Local Attractions: http://blueridgemountains.com/attractions.html
For Arts and Entertainment: http://blueridgemountains.com/arts_and_entertainment.html
For Blue Ridge History: http://blueridgemountains.com/history.html
For Fannin County Shopping: http://blueridgemountains.com/shopping.html
For Self Guided Tours: http://blueridgemountains.com/selfguidedtours.html

For Festivals and Events: http://blueridgemountains.com/festivals.html
For a Calender of Events: http://blueridgemountains.com/events.html
For Outdoor Adventures-Hiking: http://blueridgemountains.com/hiking.html
For Lake Blue Ridge: http://blueridgemountains.com/lake_blue_ridge.html
For Itineraries: http://blueridgemountains.com/itineraries.html
For Mountains: http://blueridgemountains.com/blue_ridge_mountains.html
For Waterfalls: http://blueridgemountains.com/waterfalls.html
For Whitewater Rafting: http://blueridgemountains.com/whitewater_rafting.html
For Horseback Riding: http://blueridgemountains.com/horseback_riding.html
For Boating and Fishing: http://blueridgemountains.com/boating_and_fishing.html

For National Forest Info: http://blueridgemountains.com/chattahoochee_national_forest.html
For Golf: http://blueridgemountains.com/golf.html
 
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