A-Z List of Outdoor Activities in North Georgia; Things to Do for the Outdoor Enthusiast; Carter`s Kaleidoscope View; Change in Altitude

Things to Do for the Outdoor Enthusiast

North Georgia is a gold mine for fun in the great outdoors of the southeast! From hiking trails to mountain biking and everything in between… there are outdoor activities for everyone, with epic mountain views to enhance it all.

Expand your explorations and discover more outdoor fun at Unicoi State Park in Helen or Tallulah Gorge State Park in Tallulah Falls, both within a 90-minute drive. Or stay closer to "home" and check out popular spots like Brasstown Bald, the Chattahoochee National Forest, and Springer Mountain - where you can find the Appalachian Trail and the Benton-Mackaye Trail.

Our collection of cabin rentals is diverse in style, type, and location, with one important thing in common. Any one of them would make a great home base for conquering your North Georgia mountains bucket list! So, book your getaway, and then use this comprehensive checklist to plan your next, BEST outdoor adventure.
 

Apple Orchards

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Learn more about the best spots to go apple picking with our guide here.

• Red Apple Barn  3379 Tails Creek Rd, Ellijay, GA 30540
• Panorama Orchards 63 Talona Mountain Rd, Ellijay, GA 30536
• R & A Orchards 5505 GA-52, Ellijay, GA 30536
• B.J. Reece Orchards 9131 Georgia 52 East, Ellijay, GA 30536
• Hillcrest Orchards 9696 Georgia 52 E., Ellijay, GA 30536
• Aaron Family Orchards   8350 GA-52, Ellijay, GA 30536
• Hudson Apple House 8036 GA-52, Ellijay, GA 30536
• Mack Aaron’s Apple House 2801 Lower Cartecay Rd, Ellijay, GA 30536
• Penland’s Apple House   41 Talona Mountain Rd, Ellijay, GA 30540
• Seller’s Apple House  255 Parks Dr, Ellijay, GA 30536
• Mercier Orchards 8660 Blue Ridge Dr, Blue Ridge, GA 30513
   

Canoeing, Kayaking, Paddle Board

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North Georgia is home to some of the most fun and adventurous rivers around! Explore these top spots to kayak or canoe and rent gear from local companies.

• Cartecay River Experience 2400 GA-52, Ellijay, GA 30536
• Cartecay Water Shed 1554 Lower Cartecay Rd, Ellijay, GA 30536
• Blue Ridge Mountain Kayaking 56 N River Rd, Morganton, GA 30560
• Lake Blue Ridge Outfitters 12166 Morganton Hwy, Morganton, GA 30560
• Jon Ron Toccoa River Outfitters 15 Black Ankle Creek Rd, Cherry Log, GA 30522
   

Fishing Guides and Charter Services

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Check out our North Georgia fishing guide for great local tips, or score some pointers on trout fishing and fly fishing!

• Lake and Stream Guide Services (706) 669-4973
• Reel ‘Em in Guide Services (706) 273-0764
• Appalachian Field and Stream Guide Service (706) 889-1232

Golf Courses

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Learn more about golfing options in the North Georgia area.

Whitepath Golf Club 1156 Shenandoah Dr, Ellijay, GA 30540

 

Hiking

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Discover the top hiking trails to explore in North Georgia.

• Gilmer County Parks 1561 S Main St, Ellijay, GA 30540
• Tumbling Waters Trail 34.651,-84.608, Ellijay, GA 30540
• Bear Creek Trail  Bear Creek Camp Rd, Ellijay, GA 30540
• Harrison Park 75 McCutchen St, Ellijay, GA 30540
• North Georgia Mountain Outfitters 14244 GA-515 #1200, Ellijay, GA 30540
• Fort Mountain State Park 181 Fort Mountain State Park Rd, Chatsworth, GA 30705
• Southern Terminus of the Appalachian Trail Appalachian Approach Trail, Ellijay, GA 30536
• Fall Branch Falls Stanley Creek Rd, Cherry Log, GA 30522
• Emery Creek Trail Emery Creek Trail, Chatsworth, GA 30705
• Amicalola Falls State Park 418 Amicalola Falls State Park Rd, Dawsonville, GA 30534

Horseback Riding

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Saddle up and hit the trails on horseback adventures!

• Appalachian Trail Rides 4100 Cutcane Rd, Mineral Bluff, GA 30559
• Blue Ridge Mountain Trail Rides at Hell’s Hollow 319 Hells Hollow Rd, Blue Ridge, GA 30513

Mountain Biking

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Find bike trails in and around the Blue Ridge area.

• Cartecay Bike Shop  123 N Main St, Ellijay, GA 30540
• Mulberry Gap Mountain Bike Get-a-way 400 Mulberry Gap Rd, Ellijay, GA 30540
• Bear Creek Trail Bear Creek Camp Rd, Ellijay, GA 30540
• Fort Mountain State Park 181 Fort Mountain State Park Rd, Chatsworth, GA 30705

Whitewater Rafting

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Rolling Thunder River Company 20 Hughes St, McCaysville, GA 30555

 

Vineyards

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• Ellijay River Vineyards 111 River Birch Lane, Ellijay, GA 30540
• Cartecay Vineyards  5704 Clear Creek Rd, Ellijay, GA 30536
• Engelheim Vineyards 127 Lakeview Rd, Ellijay, GA 30540
• Chateau Meichtry 1862 Orchard Ln, Talking Rock, GA 30175
• Fainting Goats Vineyards 201 Vineyard Way, Jasper, GA 30143
• Sharp Mountain Vineyards 110 Rathgeb Trail, Jasper, GA 30143
  
   

Zip Lining

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Take in the view from above on these zip lining adventures!

• Zipline Canopy Tours of Blue Ridge 891 Old Cashes Valley Rd, Blue Ridge, GA 30513
• Blue Ridge Canopy Adventure 319 Hells Hollow Rd, Blue Ridge, GA 30513
• Blue Ridge Adventure Park 2087 E 1st St, Blue Ridge, GA 30513