Stuff You didn't know about blue ridge - You're welcome

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The town was founded in 1886, when the Marietta and Northern Railroad came to Fannin County. The rail line at Blue Ridge, with an altitude of 1,751 feet, was reported to be the highest in Georgia at that time. Fannin County was called “the Switzerland of the South" so save money on airfare for your next vacation. Downtown webcam for your pleasure. 

Lake Blue Ridge was formed in 1930 with the creation of the Blue Ridge Dam and is primarily fed by the Toccoa River. You can check lake levels here,

Our back yard is important! The southern terminus of the Appalachian Mountain Chain is located in Fannin County & the AT starts here too! Learn more about the iconic trail and make it a "one of these days" project.

Hit a movie at the Swan Drive In, one of only four left in Georgia. Hit the Trailer Drive-In before showtime.

The Cherokee Indians settled this area long before anyone else. Read more about the Crackers and interesting migration patterns.

Make your way through  300 plus miles of hiking trails, 12 waterfalls and the 40,000-acre Cohutta Wilderness in Fannin County which is the largest wilderness area east of the Mississippi River. Take your time and wear comfy shoes.