Our properties are all centrally located, within 10-20 minutes from downtown Blue Ridge, placing you right in the heart of the action. Within a short, scenic drive, you’ll find endless adventures waiting to be explored — from hiking the Aska Trails and mountain biking through the Chattahoochee National Forest, to trout fishing on Fightingtown Creek and tubing down the Toccoa River.
For thrill-seekers, try your hand at white-water rafting, clay shooting, axe throwing, or zip lining through the trees. Or, if you’re in the mood to unwind, head to Lake Blue Ridge and spend the day cruising on a pontoon boat, soaking in the mesmerizing mountain views that make this region truly unforgettable.
If you live anywhere in the southeast, you’re within driving distance of Blue Ridge, only 90 miles north of Atlanta via I-575 on the Georgia-Tennessee-North Carolina line. With 106,000 acres of Chattahoochee National Forest, 300 miles of hiking trails and 100 miles of trout streams, Blue Ridge is the perfect place for a romantic getaway, girls trip, or family vacation.
Blue Ridge was ranked by Southern Living Magazine as one of the 2022 South’s Best Mountain Towns. While visiting, take a ride on the Blue Ridge Scenic Railway, following the Toccoa River to the town of McCaysville. Sample craft breweries and wineries, visit upscale shops, galleries, and restaurants. Hike to a local waterfall on the Appalachian Trail, tube or kayak the Toccoa or go whitewater rafting on the Ocoee River.
LOCAL PLACES FOR FUN
BLUE RIDGE SCENIC RAILWAY
HIKING & OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES
While visiting Blue Ridge, you will find no shortage of unforgettable experiences and ways to unwind, explore, and reconnect. A must do is a ride on the Blue Ridge Scenic Railway, where you will travel alongside the scenic Toccoa River to the charming twin towns of McCaysville and Copperhill, Tennessee. Spend time strolling historic streets filled with boutique shops, art galleries, local eateries, and inviting riverside dining.
Blue Ridge is a true haven for outdoor lovers. Spend the day hiking to breathtaking waterfalls along the Appalachian Trail, or experience the thrill of whitewater rafting on the Ocoee River. For a more laid back adventure, tube, kayak, or paddleboard along the gentle stretches of the Toccoa River, or enjoy a peaceful day on Lake Blue Ridge by renting a pontoon boat, kayak, or SUP.
If you enjoy land based adventures, horseback riding through the forested trails of the Chattahoochee National Forestoffers a serene way to take in the mountain scenery. Golf enthusiasts will love playing a round at Old Toccoa Farm, Fannin County’s first and only golf course, featuring more than 4,000 feet of river frontage along the Toccoa.
For a taste of local tradition, visit Mercier Orchards, a beloved family owned orchard where you can pick seasonal fruit, enjoy fresh baked goods, and sample local treats. Wine and craft beverage lovers can also explore nearby wineries, breweries, and tasting rooms that showcase the region’s growing food and drink scene.
Fishing enthusiasts will appreciate that Blue Ridge is known as the Trout Fishing Capital of Georgia, offering world class trout fishing in the tailwaters of the Toccoa River and pristine mountain streams throughout the area.
WINERIES & BREWERIES
LAKE BLUE RIDGE
If you are looking to venture out a bit, Blue Ridge makes the perfect home base for easy day trips, all within about an hour’s drive. Enjoy gaming, live entertainment, and dining at Harrah’s Cherokee Valley River Casino & Hotel in Murphy, North Carolina. Step back in time with a visit to Helen, a charming Bavarian style village known for its unique shops, tubing, festivals, and German inspired dining. For history lovers and wine enthusiasts, Dahlonega offers a delightful mix of small town charm, rich gold rush history, a picturesque town square, and access to some of North Georgia’s most popular wineries.
These nearby destinations make it easy to add even more variety and adventure to your stay while still returning to the peaceful comfort of your mountain retreat in Blue Ridge.
There is truly so much to see and experience here, so take your time exploring all that Blue Ridge has to offer. We love sharing this special mountain town with our guests and hope your stay with Standout STR Luxury Vacation Rentals makes Blue Ridge one of your favorite places to escape and unwind.
WHERE TO EAT
THE BLACK SHEEP
HARVEST ON MAIN
CHESTER BRUNNEMEYER’S
BAR & GRILL
GRACE PRIME STEAKHOUSE
