The Area
Blue Ridge, GA
13mins from the Cabin
Harvest on Main - Upscale Southern dining with a farm-to-table twist
Black Sheep Restaurant - Elevated American fare served in a historic home
The Dogwood - Known for craft cocktails
Chester Brunneynmeyer’s - hearty burgers and local beers.
Fighting Town Tavern - Rock-and-roll inspired tavern with live music
Out of the Blue – A gourmet market and gift shop with wine, fine foods, and kitchen finds.
Peachy Mountain – Stylish home décor and accessories with a mountain-modern flair.
Huck’s General Store – Old-fashioned candy barrels, toys, and nostalgic treats.
Blue Ridge Scenic Railway – Ride a historic train along the Toccoa River with breathtaking mountain views.
Mercier Orchards – A family-owned orchard known for apple picking, fresh baked goods, and hard ciders.
Lake Blue Ridge – Perfect for boating, paddleboarding, and swimming with clear water and mountain backdrops.
Swan Drive-In Theater – One of the few remaining drive-ins in Georgia, showing movies under the stars since 1955.
Blue Ridge Adventure Park– Ropes courses and ziplines for kids and adults who want a thrill.
Mineral Bluff, GA
10 mins from the Cabin
The Tavern at Old Toccoa Farm - perfect for a date night - gorgeous views, great drinks & food. recommend a reservation. Groovy Zoo - kid fav! unique take on a “zoo” where you can buy the animals - fun metal yard art animals setup like a zoo.
McCaysville, GA // Copperhill, TN
13mins from the Cabin
Burra Burra on the River - great outdoor riverside deck. Waterfront Bar - beautiful river views Twisted Tomato - terrific wood-fired pizza and calzones on the river Rum Cake Lady - highly rated cuban food The Copper Grill - known for great burgers, more affordable Kenny’s pizza- great for a night in - takeout pizza and a movie back in the cabin! Bar 21 -eclectic fun speakeasy vibes Copperhill Brewery - flights available, they do not sell food
Buck Bald Brewing - great beer with cool atmosphere in renovated retro gas station
Yellowbird coffee shop - serves Counter Culture coffee, knowledgeable baristas
Rolling Thunder River Company - rent a tube or kayak and enjoy the Toccoa River
Blanche Manor Horseback Riding - custom trail rides available with gorgeous views
The Folk Collaborative - dreamy coffee shop on an orchard featuring an apothecary with homemade goods
Outdoor Adventures
Blue Ridge Mnt Kayaking
Kayak rentals with shuttle service
on the Toccoa River.
Phone: 706-258-2411
(From Cabin - 9 mi)
Toccoa Tubing Company
Family-friendly tubing along the Toccoa River.
Phone: 706-492-5280
(From Cabin - 7mi)
Horseback Riding
Ride thru the mountains with
Appalachian Trail Rides.
Phone: 706-374-0362
(From Cabin - 9mi)
Railbikes
Ride side-by-side
rail bikes along historic train tracks, with beautiful views of the Toccoa River and North Georgia mountains.
Phone: 1-800-934-1898
CLOSE TO THE CABIN // ON THE TOCCOA RIVER
(1) Curtis Switch. (3 miles from the Cabin)
- Great fishing, more hidden from the public.
(2) Horseshoe Bend Park. (5 miles from the Cabin)
- Located near McCaysville, offers easy wading.
(3) Blue Ridge Dam. (7 miles from the Cabin)
- Toccoa River Tailwaters. Tamzen Park, Public access.
Serious Trout Fishing
Take a Drive . . . .
(1) Coopers Creek. (20 miles from the Cabin)
- A legendary angling zone – stocked and wild trout mingle in plunge pools.
(2) Rock Creek. (14 miles from the Cabin)
- Smaller, less known. Featuring stocked trout and enticing wild brook trout.
(3) Fightingtown Creek. (15 miles from the Cabin)
- A Toccoa River tributary with private stocking efforts.
Hiking
Map
Go Exploring:
Aska Adventure Area
(From Cabin - 13mi)
Three Forks
(From Cabin - 30mi)
Appalachian Trail Head - Springer Mnt
(From Cabin - 34mi)
Amicolalo Falls
(From Cabin - 42mi)
Popular Trails
Fall Branch Falls (Moderate)
(From Cabin - 9.7mi)
Short but lush hike to double waterfall.
Swinging Bridge (Easy)
(From Cabin - 23mi)
Drive rough, hike short; iconic 270-ft suspension bridge across the Toccoa River.
Long Creek Falls (Easy)
(From Cabin - 12mi)
Gentle stroll to a 50-ft, two-tier waterfall that rewards without complaint.
Edge of the World (Moderate)
(From Cabin - 18 mi)
Amazing skyline views of the surrounding mountains.
Flat Creek Loop (Moderate)
(From Cabin - ~13 mi)
Creek crossings, mini cascades.
Lake Blue Ridge Loop (Easy)
(From Cabin - ~11 mi)
Outfit for nature vibes and zero sweat, scenic lake stroll done right.