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Blue-Ridge
is a small city located in the far northern edge of Georgia in Fannin County. As of the 2000 census, the population was 1,210. The charming town of Blue Ridge was once an upscale health resort, known for its' pure mineral waters. The town was founded in 1886 when the Marietta and North Georgia Railroad came to town, and soon became a center for business and trade. The whole region is one of the most popular tourist destinations in Georgia. Known for its' stunning vistas, Appalachian Trail, Lake Blue Ridge and the Toccoa River, the area abounds with outdoor recreational opportunities. Enjoy fishing, hiking, camping, boating, kayaking, swimming and more. Downtown Blue Ridge offers antique shops, specialty shops and restaurants. It also hosts several seasonal festivals throughout the year. The Blue Ridge Scenic Railway connects the town of Blue Ridge and McCaysville along the beautiful Toccoa River. Autumn is an especially scenic time to ride the train. The historic railroad depot remains a focal point in town and Blue Ridge City Park is a gathering place for picnics, festivals and a playground for children. Other attractions include the historic Fannin County Courthouse, which is home to the Blue Ridge Mountains Arts Center, and Baugh House, built in 1890 from bricks made of clay taken from the back yard of the home.
Surrounding areas: Blue Ridge Lake, Georgia (3.5 mi), Cherry Log, Georgia (6.9 mi), Ellijay, Georgia (14.7 mi), Blairsville, Georgia (20.8 mi), Suches, Georgia (21.0 mi), Amicalola Falls, Georgia (21.3 mi), Carters Lake, Georgia (25.5 mi)
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Blue Ridge Vacation Rentals
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Blue Ridge Hotels and Resorts
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| Comfort Inn & Suites | 83 Blue Rdg Overlook | Blue Ridge, GA | | (706) 946-3333 | | Douglas Inn & Suites | 1192 Windy RDG Rd | Blue Ridge, GA | | (706) 258-3600 | | Ramada Ltd-blue Ridge | 30 Overview Dr | Blue Ridge, GA | | (706) 632-4444 | | Days Inn | 1100 Burkemont | Morganton, GA | 4.0 mi. | (828) 430-8778 | | Best Western Copper Inn | US Hwy 64 | Ducktown, TN | 12.3 mi. | (423) 496-5541 | | Stratford Motor Inn | 79 Maddox Cir | Ellijay, GA | 15.6 mi. | (706) 276-1080 | | Trails End Cabins | Rt 1 Box 253 | Turtletown, TN | 18.3 mi. | (704) 494-4610 | | Holiday Inn Express | 333 Fisher St | Blairsville, GA | 20.5 mi. | (706) 745-6844 | | Seasons Inn | Box 10 On The SQ | Blairsville, GA | 20.8 mi. | (706) 745-1631 | | Days Inn | 754 Hwy 64 W | Murphy, NC | 22.5 mi. | (828) 837-8030 | | Econo Lodge | 100 Ter St | Murphy, NC | 22.5 mi. | (828) 837-8880 | | Holiday Inn Express Hotel And Suites | 130 Holiday Dr | Murphy, NC | 22.5 mi. | (828) 837-1111 | | Best Western Murphy | 1522 Andrews Rd | Murphy, NC | 24.5 mi. | (828) 837-3060 | | Chief Vann Motel Chatsworth | Hwy 411 South | Chatsworth, GA | 26.2 mi. | (706) 695-2911 | | Key West Inn Chatsworth | 501 Maddox Pkwy | Chatsworth, GA | 26.2 mi. | (706) 517-1155 | | Scottish Inn | 1279 Hwy 411 S | Chatsworth, GA | 26.2 mi. | (706) 695-6894 | | Microtel Inn And Suites | 171 H Mullins Ct | Jasper, GA | 28.0 mi. | (706) 299-5500 | | Super 8 | 100 Whitefield | Jasper, GA | 28.0 mi. | (706) 253-3297 | | Howard Johnson Dahlonega | 1010 MTN Dr | Dahlonega, GA | 29.9 mi. | (706) 864-4343 |
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| Angels Landing Inn | 94 Campbell St | Murphy, NC | 22.7 mi. | (828) 835-8877 |
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Blue Ridge Weather & Climate
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North-Central Georgia, like most of the state, is classified as having a humid subtropical climate. The Chattahoochee River divides the state into separate climatic regions with the mountains to the north being colder than the rest of Georgia. The average temperature for north-central Georgia in winter is 39 degrees F. There is little snowfall in the state, although northern and central Georgia receives more than other areas. Many summer days exceed 90 degrees F., with humidity. Rainfall is widespread and September and October are the driest months. Severe weather in the form of tornadoes and cyclones are possible, but not common.
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Ocean Temp |
| January |
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5.54 in. |
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| February |
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5.07 in. |
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| March |
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6.47 in. |
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| April |
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4.33 in. |
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| May |
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4.59 in. |
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| June |
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4.67 in. |
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| July |
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4.90 in. |
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| August |
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4.05 in. |
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| September |
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4.32 in. |
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| October |
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3.46 in. |
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| November |
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4.82 in. |
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| December |
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5.13 in. |
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Blue Ridge Map & Transportation
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The closest airports in the area are Lovell Field (CHA) located about 51 miles west of Blue Ridge in Chattanooga, Tennessee, the Richard B Russell airport (RMG) located approximately 59 miles southwest of Blue Ridge in Rome, Georgia, Gwinnett County Briscoe Field (LZU) located roughly 64 miles south of Blue Ridge in Lawrenceville, Georgia, the Mc Ghee Tyson airport (TYS) located around 68 miles northeast of Blue Ridge in Knoxville, Tennessee, and finally the Dekalb Peachtree airport (PDK) located about 68 miles south of Blue Ridge in Atlanta, Georgia.
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Blue Ridge Attractions
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| | | Amusement and Theme Parks |
| Lake Winnepesaukah | Rossville | GA | 55.1 mi. | | | American Adventures | Marietta | GA | 64.3 mi. | | | Cherokee Fun Park | Cherokee | NC | 70.9 mi. | | | Santa's Land | Cherokee | NC | 70.9 mi. | | | Stone Mountain Park | Stone Mountain | GA | 73.5 mi. | | | Six Flags Over Georgia | Austell | GA | 74.8 mi. | | | Lakewood Fairgrounds | Atlanta | GA | 77.1 mi. | | | Dollywood | Pigeon Forge | TN | 77.2 mi. | | | Rockin' Raceway | Pigeon Forge | TN | 77.2 mi. | | | NASCAR SpeedPark | Sevierville | TN | 81.6 mi. | | | Ghost Town in the Sky | Maggie Valley | NC | 82.7 mi. | |
| | | Water Parks |
| Lake Lanier Island Beach & Water Park | Lake Lanier Island | GA | 50.2 mi. | | | White Water Park | Marietta | GA | 64.3 mi. | |
| | | Golf Courses |
| Copper Basin Golf Club | Copperhill | TN | 8.4 mi. | | | Whitepath Golf Club | Ellijay | GA | 14.9 mi. | | | Butternut Creek Golf Course | Blairsville | GA | 20.8 mi. | | | Cherokee Hills Golf & Country Club | Murphy | NC | 22.8 mi. | | | Indian Trace Golf Course | Chatsworth | GA | 26.3 mi. | | | Spring Lakes Golf Club | Chatsworth | GA | 26.3 mi. | | | Arrowhead Country Club | Jasper | GA | 29.1 mi. | |
| | | Ski Areas |
| Scaly Mountain | Scaly Mountain | NC | 58.0 mi. | | | Cataloochee | Maggie Valley | NC | 82.7 mi. | |
| | | State Parks |
| Amicalola Falls State Park | | GA | 21.5 mi. | | | Fort Mountain State Park | | GA | 22.0 mi. | | | Vogel State Park | | GA | 25.3 mi. | | | Chatuge State Park | | GA | 29.9 mi. | | | Unicoi State Park | | GA | 35.7 mi. | |
| | | Museums |
| Sequoyah Birthplace Museum | Vonore | TN | 50.4 mi. | (History) | | National Knife Museum | Chattanooga | TN | 57.2 mi. | (Technology) | | Tennessee Valley Railroad Museum | Chattanooga | TN | 57.2 mi. | (Technology) | | Chattanooga Regional History Museum | Chattanooga | TN | 57.2 mi. | (History) |
| | | Zoos and Aquariums |
| Tennessee Aquarium | Chattanooga | TN | 57.2 mi. | | | Warner Park Zoo | Chattanooga | TN | 57.2 mi. | | | Zoo Atlanta | Atlanta | GA | 77.1 mi. | | | Knoxville Zoological Gardens | Knoxville | TN | 79.1 mi. | | | Greenville Zoo | Greenville | SC | 109.4 mi. | | | Western North Carolina Nature Center | Asheville | NC | 112.1 mi. | |
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