Our Blue Ridge Mountains are conveniently located approx. 1.5 hours from the Atlanta area, making this nationally recognized resort town the perfect vacation destination. People from Atlanta, Chattanooga, Florida and the entire Southeastern United States think of our North Georgia Mountains as the place to start their Blue Ridge Mountain vacation because of the multitude of outdoor recreational opportunities, the wide array of available lodging, excellent restaurants and easy access to the mountains thanks to the Georgia Mountain Parkway. There are so many natural attractions to explore, or just to kick back and relax, and rejuvenate from the everyday life stress. 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 historic towns of Blue Ridge and McCaysville, and offers a journey along the cascading whitewater of the Toccoa River with the backdrop of the Blue Ridge and Cohutta Mountains. Discover the Downtown Blue Ridge area which offers Mountain art and culture along with a variety of unique restaurants and coffee houses. Browse the antique shops, art galleries, and gift shops not to mention the famous fried apple pies from Merciers Orchards. Blue Ridge gets its name from the azure blue haze that surrounds the most breathtaking, unspoiled mountain ridge tops and pristine valleys which can be enjoyed from your full time or part time residence, vacation home or investment property. The counties that make up our North Georgia region provides an abundance of Natural Resources and various attractions which has made our area the fastest growing tourist and retirement destination in the North Georgia Area. Lake Blue Ridge, Lake Nottely, and Lake Chatuge all feature Fishing, Boating, Jet-skiing and gorgeous waterfalls. The Toccoa River located on the Popular Aska Adventure Area is perfect for fly fishing, canoeing and rafting along with many trails for hiking and biking. From March to October the Ocoee River comes alive with whitewater rafting enthusiasts from around the world who journey to shoot the world-class rapids in rafts, canoes, and kayaks.
