Blairsville, Georgia
Only one word can define what's so compelling about living in the mountains of Blairsville, Georgia ~ LIFESTYLE. If you are tired of the rat race, escape to the mountains Blairsville, Georgia. Life in the Smokey Mountains brings along a slow pace and a casual lifestyle. Blairsville's lifestyle is defined not only by the stunning natural environment, but also by a strong sense of community. Unlike most places in America, the mountains of North Georgia and Western North Carolina continue to be the quiet communities like the communities most of us grew up in. While the natural beauty and freedom of wide open space have lured many to visit, it has been the LIFESTYLE that they found or made for themselves that has kept them coming back to Blairsville, Georgia.
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BLAIRSVILLE, GEORGIA (UNION COUNTY)
Blairsville located in Union County, Georgia, was one of the original counties created from the land taken from the Cherokee Indians in the Land Lottery of 1832. Blairsville is the county seat and the only incorporated community in the county. The area has become a recreational destination since the Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA) created Nottely Lake on the Nottely River and Vogel State Park. Spanning 4,180 acres, Nottely Lake has 106 miles of shoreline.
BLAIRSVILLE, GEORGIA ACTIVITIES
A great deal of Union County is located in the Chattahoochee National Forest and contains some 80 miles of the Appalachian Trail. The Appalachian Trail, a 75 year old, 2,174 mile wilderness footpath along the crest of the Appalachian mountains, through fourteen states, http://georgiatrails.com/features/apptrail.html
Brasstown Bald, rising 4,784 feet, and located in Union County, is the highest peak in
While discovering the enchanted mountains and valleys of Blairsville, Georgia, explore some of the nearby scenic trails and waterfalls: Anna Ruby, Horse Trough, High Shoals, Mill Creek, Raven Cliff , Long Creek, Fall Branch, Leatherwood, Little Rock Creek, Helton Creek, DeSoto, and Dukes Creek Falls are exquisite! Dale Creek Falls drops about 150 feet down a granite canyon into Dukes Creek. It is a sight to see. http://www.jjanthony .com/waterfalls/ , www.n-georgia.com/waterfal.htm , www.georgiamountains.org/waterfalls/default.asp
Additionally, there are many places for swimming, boating, fishing and camping in Blairsville, Georgia. Lake Winfield Scott is an 18 acre lake that is perfect for boating. Vogal State Park,one of Georgia's oldest and popular state parks, is 280 acres of beautiful mountain land and it, too, contains a large lake and 17 miles of hiking trails. Other attractions in or near Blairsville, Georgia include Trackrock Archeological site- 52 acres with preserved petroglyph of ancient Indian origin, Blood Mountain Archeological site, Blue Star Memorial By-Way, Bryon Herbert Reece Home, Union County Historical Courthouse Museum, and Cooper's Creek Scenic and Recreation area. http://www.nottelyrivercampground.com, http://www.unioncountyhistory.org, www.vogelstatepark.com
Horseback Riding in Blairsville, GA: www.astepabovestables.net, www.trackrock.com/stables.html
White Water Rafting near Blairsville, GA: www.rollingthunderriverco.com, www.southeasternexpeditions.com
Blairsville, Georgia is within two hours of Atlanta, GA; Knoxville, TN; Chattanooga, TN; and Ashville, NC.
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BLAIRSVILLE, GEORGIA SCHOOLS
Union County schools place their Pre-K - 2nd grade students at the Union Gap Primary School. Students in grades 3-5 attend the elementary school, students in grades 6-8 attend the middle school and students in grades 9-12 attend the high school. Students are given personal attention as they make their way acedemically.
Union Gap Primary School 450 School Circle, Blairsville, GA 30512
(706) 745-2216
Union County Elementary School 446 Wellborn Street, Blairsville, GA 30512
(706) 745-2483
Union County Middle School 446 Wellborn Street, Blairsville, GA 30512
(706) 745-2483
Union County High School 604 Panther Circle, Blairsville, GA 30512
(706) 745-2216
Higher Education
Tri-County Community College
Tri- County Community College is located in Peachtree, NC. The campus covers 77 square acres in Murphy, NC and 6 acres in Robbinsville, NC. There is a ratio of fifteen students to one faculty member. Students in local high schools can dual enroll to earn early college credit.
Tri-County Community College 4600 East US 64, Murphy, NC 28906
(828) 837-6810
Young Harris College
Nestled in the beautiful North Georgia mountains, Young Harris College is a two year private Methodist affiliated liberal arts college. It has approximately 600 students and offers year round classes. It's campus provides a gymnasium, pool, spectacular athletic fields and the third largest planetarium in the state. 35 student organizations are available in which students can choose to participate. Young Harris College is fully accredited.
Young Harris College Young Harris, GA 30582
(800) 241-3754
North Georgia Technical College
North Georgia Technical College's main campus is located in Clarkesville, GA. However, its satellite campus is located in Blairsville, GA. Credit and non-credit courses can be conveniently taken in the classroom, in the workplace, on the internet or through video conferencing. NGTC provides technical and adult eduction.
North Georgia Technical College 434 Meeks Avenue, Blairsville, GA 30512
(706) 439-6300
(706) 781-2300
HOSPITALS
Chatuge Regional Hospital (17 miles from Blairsville)
110 Main Street, Hiawassee, GA 30546
(706) 896-2222
Union General Hospital
214 Hospital Circle, Blairsville, GA 30512
Murphy Medical Center (18 miles from Blairsville)
4130 US Hwy 64 East, Murphy, NC 28906, (828) 837-8161
Chastatee Regional Hospital (24 miles from Blairsville)
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