What to do in blue Ridge?

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Blue Ridge has no short of amazing outdoor adventures. Pick from hiking the Appalachian Trail,  family waterfalls, swinging bridges,  hiking by chimps (say what?), mountain biking, trout fishing, white water rafting, boating, tubing &  water skiing plus golf and tons more.  

Blue Ridge has exploded with dozens of high quality and diverse dining options.  Choices range from high end to rustic Italian to down home southern & BBQ. Want a good spot? Dine under 100 year old trees or overlook the Toccoa River or Lake Blue Ridge. Oysters for date night or a family dinner in a bank vault? Big flavors, great family run service and choices await 

Blue Ridge has an outstanding and ever increasing plethora of breweries, wineries and even a cidery  and distillery.  It's no secret Blue Ridge is on the map for beer nerds, bachelorette parties & guy's golf weekends.  This former dry town will leave you planning another weekend with friends seeking out the new spots for a frosty one or locally made wine. 

Downtown boats a wide array of shopping. Choices range from sophisticated stores to furnish your new cabin to local spots for cool gear. Spend a day on Main Street and you will come home with unique treasures. 

How cool is the scenic Blue Ridge train? Do the Santa train over the holidays, head to the Tennessee border for some dual state action and take in the sights on one of Blue Ridge's most iconic adventures. 

For people that jumped to the drinking section, Blue Ridge now has many safe and fun options to hop around multiple venues and not worry about a parking spot or who is driving home. Be smart, people and take advantage of this!

Blue Ridge is a year round destination but some people prefer the leaf peeping season while others say the summers in the mountains and on the lake can't be beat. 

Cabins are plentiful to rent but Blue Ridge now boast in town options where you can leave your car keys in the room too. Do you want to be on the river, lake or on a mountain ridge? Tough decisions ahead to find the perfect spot for your magical getaway. 

Did you know Blue Ridge was dubbed "the Switzerland of the South" upon its founding in 1886? A railroad town that still displays its proud origin, Blue Ridge has a unique history going back to when Cherokee Indians called it home . Of course, it was named for the dazzling blue hue the mountain range showcases.