Lake Blue Ridge
The crystal blue waters of Lake Blue Ridge are a jewel sitting within a mountain backdrop. With 3,290-acres of liquid fun awaiting visitors, vacation homeowners and full time residents, it is one of the more premier bodies of water in the North Georgia Mountains. The Chattahoochee National Forest encompasses about 80% of the shoreline with the remaining 20 to 25% privately held. There are 90 National Forest campsites, several boat ramps for public access, public swimming and numerous picnic areas.
Lake Blue Ridge is a public lake and offers access to boating, jet skiing, kayaking, swimming and fishing fun for all that enjoy getting a little wet in the lake's refreshing waters. Sportsmen and women cast their lines and test their skills in hopes of hooking up with the lake's plentiful inhabitants such as walleye, small mouth bass, white-pass, bluegill, yellow perch, channel catfish and flathead catfish.
The lake was created from the waters of the Toccoa River by the construction of the Blue Ridge Dam near the edge of the town of Blue Ridge in 1930. The dam was originally constructed by the Toccoa Electric Power Company and was later purchased by the Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA) in 1939 for hydroelectric power production.
Morganton Point Recreation Area overlooking the sky blue waters of Lake Blue Ridge offers 37 campsites, 13 picnic tables and a shelter with access to swimming, fishing and a boat launch and a sizable beach head with a lifeguard on duty during the summer camping season. This site is one of the broadest and most beautiful views of the waters of Lake Blue.
Plan your Trip and Save it in Your Back Pack
Overview of Blue Ridge Georgia & the Countryside
The Towns in Fannin County
Blue Ridge Georgia
McCaysville Georgia
Morganton Georgia
Mineral Bluff
Other Fannin County Communities
Waterways in Fannin County
Lake Blue Ridge
Toccoa River, Waterways & Waterfalls
The Arts
Art & Culture in Blue Ridge Georgia
Recreation & Adventure
Appalachian Trail & Benton MacKaye Trail
Fun, Recreation and Adventure in and Around Blue Ridge
Chattahoochee National Forest • Cohutta Wilderness • Rich Mountain Wilderness • Aska Adventure Area
Scenic Road Trips
Fannin County Scenic Drives
Cuddle Up Cabin Rentals, Managing Privately Owned Cabins
224 Blue Ridge Dr • McCaysville, GA • 877.628.3353 • www.CuddleUpCabinRentals.com
Highlander Fine Arts, Authentic Mountain Photography and Fine Crafts
Here are a sampling of the artists you will find....Anthony Abreu • John Mac Kah • Ruthanne Kah • Michael Bedoian • Keith Moore • Juanita Greenspan • Robert Levin • Tonya Fowler • Jason Fowler • Jo Kilmer • Les Smith • Chuck Waldroup • Joe Waldroup • Billy Reynolds • Bob Crisp • Thomas Payne • Sarah Long Dauchez • January Tiberius • Frances McCord • Rita Poole • Clive Poole • Richard Cranford
Wednesday - Saturday 10:00 - 5:00
10079 Old Highway 64 • Brasstown, NC • 828.835.9982 • www.HighlanderGallery.com
BRMAA - Art Center Gallery
Tuesday - Sunday 10:00 - 6:00 - Closed on Monday
420 West Main Street • Blue Ridge, GA 30513 • 706.632.2144 • www.BlueRidgeArts.net
The Art Station
We encourage you to visit, check out our supplies. "Art, We are it!"
Tuesday - Sunday 10:00 - 6:00 - Closed on Monday
420 West Main Street • Blue Ridge, GA 30513 • 706.632.2144 • www.BlueRidgeArts.net
Trout Treks • Bass Fishing • Wade • Pan Fishing • Fly Fishing • Private Trophy Trout Waters • Drift Boat Trips
So much water to choose from and an adventure you'll never forget.
Call today to start your adventure...828-835-3275 • GreatMountainFishing.com
Rafting on the Ocoee River
Professional river outfitter with over 30 years experience. Our safety record is unsurpassed in the industry. We believe our staff is simply the best in the business. Guides are chosen for their character and enthusiasm for sharing the outdoors with you.
Call today to start your adventure...828-835-3275 • GreatMtnAdventures.com
Rafting on the Nantahala River
Zip Line Canopy Tours...Nantahala Gorge • Chattooga Ridge • Asheville • Pigeon River
Call today to start your adventure...828-835-3275 • GreatMtnAdventures.com
Horseback Riding Near the Ocoee River
Call today to start your adventure...828-835-3275 • GreatMtnAdventures.com
Adventure Camp on the Ocoee & Nantahala Rivers
Catch the surge and ride the rapids on the exciting Ocoee River in Tennessee or North Carolina's Nantahala River for an experience you won't forget. Challenge your skills on the high ropes just for the thrill. Sit tall in the saddle for a leisure ride through the beautiful scenery of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Camp out or stay in log cabins while letting the kids sleep in groups in one of several bunkhouse's. We will help you create a custom retreat for you or your group.
tara@greatmountainretreats.com • 828.835.3275 • GreatYouthRetreats.com
Keri Conner, Realtor/Broker
224 Blue Ridge Drive, McCaysville, GA • 706-964-6470 • RealEstateGeorgiaMountains.com
Tim Noland, Realtor® - Buyer's Agent • North Georgia & Western North Carolina
10886 Old Highway 64 • Brasstown, NC 28902 • 828.557.1009 • GreatMtnRealEstate.com
Bill Banzhaf, Associate Broker • North Georgia, Western North Carolina & Tennessee
Whether you're looking to purchase a year-round, luxury-style log home, buy a part-time residence for use during your getaway vacation, or prefer to use your property as a vacation rental, I am eager to serve you. Check out my Featured Listings...
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