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Blue Ridge Essential Info
Overview
Blue Ridge is a small resort town located in the Georgia's Northeast High Country. It is located in the foothills of the Appalachian Trail.
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Basics
Best Time To Go
Mar-Oct
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Current Weather
80 °F
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Fun Facts
- Blue Ridge was founded in 1886 as a result of the arrival of the Marietta and North Georgia Railroad.
- The town of Blue Ridge is a railroad town, with the historic depot at its center. It is where you can enjoy a four-hour railway excursion along the beautiful Toccoa River from Blue Ridge to McCaysville.
- In the early years, there were five hotels and several boarding houses in downtown Blue Ridge, and the town was promoted as the "Switzerland of the South."
- Col. Mike McKinney founded the town of Blue Ridge in 1886.
- Mark Wlllis, an American country music artist, grew up in Blue Ridge.
Popular Foods
- Stuffed Veal Loin
- Sarikopita
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