Fannin County and the North Georgia Mountains are full of not only outdoor activities, but plenty of attractions as well. Whether you want to get out and see the mountains or enjoy a day at a vineyard, Blue Ridge, Georgia has something for everyone to see. A visitor favorite is the Blue Ridge Scenic Railway, a 3.5 hour, 26 mile round trip ride along the beautiful Toccoa River. The railway trip passes through the downtown part of Blue Ridge, and stops in McCaysville, GA and Copperhill, TN. For those who enjoy history, browse the many historic locations throughout the area. The Baugh House is owned by the Fannin County Heritage Foundation and is open to the public on Friday and Saturday. If you enjoy getting outside and seeing the beautiful locations throughout Fannin County, Georgia check out Crane Creek Vineyards or Mercier Orchards. Both of these farms offer tours of the land, and Mercier Orchards has been a family favorite for quality apples for more than 60 years. In the fall, Grandpa Jones Corn Maze is a must-see. Featuring a 10 acre maze, games, food and a pumpkin patch, the corn maze is very popular just before Halloween. |
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Baugh House, located at 411 West First Street, is owned by the Fannin County Heritage Foundation. It is open to the public on Friday and Saturday from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM. The home was built by James Baugh in 1890. Baugh was a brick mason and the bricks were made out of clay from the back yard. For more information, call 706-258-2645. |
Blue Ridge Scenic Railway The relaxing ride starts at the historic depot, built in 1905 in downtown Blue Ridge, then stops for a layover in the quaint sister towns of McCaysville, GA and Copperhill, TN where visitors have an hour and a half, plenty of time to eat lunch, shop for unique crafts and antiques, snack on ice cream or explore. Call 800-934-1898, 706-632-9833 or click here. |
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Crane Creek Vineyards, Crane Creek Road Located 3 miles north of Young Harris, and about 30 minutes from Blue Ridge, Georgia, the tasting room and vineyards are located in the bed and breakfast. Call 706-379-1236 for information. |
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Mercier Orchards Mercier Orchards is a family owned and operated apple orchard nestled in the North Georgia Mountains of Blue Ridge, GA doing business for more than 60 years. Call 706-632-3411 for details. |
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