Hike the Benton MacKaye Trail
Fannin County 3 hrs
Explore segments of this scenic long-distance hiking trail.
Where to stay
Hotels in Blue Ridge
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At a glance
Climate
Temperate
Languages
English
Local currency
USD
(USD)
Local time
(GMT-4)
Ideal trip length
3–7 days
Cost level
3 of 5 · our research
Suggested area to stay
Fannin County
Tap water
Generally described as safe to drink
Tipping
15-20% for service
What this place is for
History
95 · Outstanding
Culture
90 · Outstanding
Food
90 · Outstanding
Family
85 · Very good
Our own 0–100 ratings for this one destination. They describe a city; they are not a league table of cities.
Food to try
Southern BBQ
Trout
Fried Chicken
Apple Pie
When to visit Blue Ridge
How good each month is here, on this destination's own scale. It compares months within this city, never one city against another.
Best months: October
Busiest: Sep-Oct
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Jan40
Cold, quiet
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Feb45
Cold, quiet
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Mar60
Cool, spring buds
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Apr75
Mild, blooming
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May80
Warm, green
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Jun85
Hot, busy
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Jul85
Hot, busy
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Aug80
Hot, busy
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Sept90
Mild, peak foliage
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Oct95
Cool, peak foliage
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Nov70
Cool, quiet
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Dec55
Cold, festive
Things to do in Blue Ridge
7 places worth your time, grouped by when they are at their best.
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Best in the morning
1 place
Best in the afternoon
3 places
Visit Mercier Orchards
Blue Ridge 2 hrs
Pick your own fruit and enjoy fresh baked goods.
Tube or Kayak the Toccoa River
Toccoa River 3 hrs
Relaxing float or paddle down the gentle Toccoa River.
Fall Foliage Scenic Drives
Fannin County 3 hrs
Witness breathtaking autumn colors along mountain roads.
Any time of day
3 places
Blue Ridge Scenic Railway
Downtown Blue Ridge 4 hrs
Enjoy a scenic train ride along the Toccoa River.
Explore Downtown Blue Ridge
Downtown Blue Ridge 3 hrs
Browse unique boutiques, art galleries, and antique shops.
Lake Blue Ridge Recreation
Lake Blue Ridge 4 hrs
Boating, fishing, and swimming on the beautiful mountain lake.
Things to book
Tours and activities in Blue Ridge
Guided tours, day trips and tickets to book alongside your stay.
Standard tour
2-Hour Helen Haunts and History Walk Tour
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Standard tour
2 Hour Culture Tour in Helen
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Standard tour
Helen Ghosts, Voodoo & Haunted Trails Tour
Free cancellationFind deals
Activity tour
Heavenly Helen Scavenger Hunt
Free cancellationFind deals
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Practical ratings
Our own ratings and key insights for this destination.
Near Blue Ridge
Straight-line distance from the centre of Blue Ridge.
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