20 Fun Things to See and Do in the North Georgia Mountains:

1. Ride the Blue Ridge Scenic Railway: Downtown Blue Ridge at the historic Depot. Ride the train alongside the beautiful Toccoa River from Blue Ridge to McCaysville/Copperhill, TN. Fun for the whole family. Call for ticket information at 706-632-9833, or visit the Depot and the Railway Gift Store.

2. Fields of the Wood Bible Park - located in Murphy, NC (30 minutes from Blue Ridge). Claimed the #1 Family Attraction in the entire Smokies or North Georgia Area. Experience the peacefulness that Fields of Woods Bible Park offers - free to all who enter, from sunrise to sunset - Here you will find the Word of God beautifully engraved in stones all throughout the many acres of this serene park. Most spectacular of all - Climb the Ten Commandments Mountain where you will find 4 feet x 5 feet high concrete letters and numbers, proudly displaying the Ten Commandments on the entire slope of this mountain. At the top you will find a 30 foot Bible, and from that you can view beautiful panoramic views. See Golgotha, go inside a replica of Jesus' tomb, visit the Psalms of Praise, hike the nature trails, climb to the top and pray atop Prayer Mountain, enjoy food, gift shop, picnic area, duck pond and more.

3. Huck's General Store located on Main Street in North Georgia's Historic Downtown Blue Ridge - step into Huck's and find yourself stepping back in time to an old- fashioned store with lots of goodies for both kids and adults. Huck's offers Gem-mining - the most educational fun, and sought-after experience you and your kids will experience in this North Georgia area! Miniature golf - deceivingly complex course, loads of fun! From unique dips, sauces, coffees, soaps, and mugs to barrels of old-fashioned candies, unique toys, books, and the list goes on! A fun hang-out for kids of all ages - and adults! 706-946-4825

4. Play in Downtown Blue Ridge Park: Charming park right in the center of North Georgia's Downtown Blue Ridge, location of Arts in the Park and Wildlife Arts Festivals, summer concerts, and Blue Ridge Mountain Adventure Race finish line. Picnic tables, playground and gazebo.

5. Mercier Orchards: Georgia Hwy 5. More than a farmers market. They have the best fried pies, apple cider, apples, peaches, frozen fruit drinks, jams, preserves, meat market, bird seed shop, housewares, florals, gift shop, garden nursery, . Grab a boxed lunch for your picnic. Open year-round in this North Georgia area..

6. Picnic at Horseshoe Bend Park on the River: McCaysville. Pretty park located in the bend of the Toccoa River on River Road off Hwy. 60. Fishing, playground, covered picnic tables, ball fields, restrooms. Home to Pickin' in the Park live music evenings May through September - live Blue Grass, Country.

7. Whitewater Rafting: Raft the wild Ocoee River just 30 minutes from North Georgia's historic Blue Ridge. Class 3 and 4 rapids and non-stop action.

8. Pontoon and jet ski rentals at Lake Blue Ridge Marina - rent a pontoon or jet skis and spend the day on North Georgia's beautiful Lake Blue Ridge. 706-632-2618

9. Swim at Morganton Point Recreation Area: Recreation area on North Georgia's Lake Blue Ridge with fishing, swimming - there' s a beach area, picnicking, restrooms, boating and camping. Pebble beach. 2 paved boat ramps. Directions: Hwy 515 (going towards Blairsville) to Hwy 60 - turn right, at T in road - turn left continuing on Hwy 60, once in Morganton stay straight and turn right on Lake Dr. to Recreation Area.

10. Tube the Toccoa River - Fun for all ages. Toccoa Valley Campground (706-838-4317) on Aska Road offers tube, kayaks, funyaks rentals and tube trips down the Toccoa River. Jon Ron Outfitters (706-258-3479) also offers river rental equipment. Rolling Thunder River Company (706-492-5720) offers rentals and trips.

11. Horseback Riding: Lots of choices for outfitters in the North Georgia area. Click here for more information. Riding for all ages, plus hayrides and overnight trips with Blanche Manor.

12. Fishing: Fisherman's paradise in Fannin County. Check our website under Activities - Outdoor Activities - Fishing.

13. Explore the Ocoee Whitewater Center: Site of the 1996 Summer Olympics. Great fun for the kids! Hiking trails, swimming holes, nature exhibits, Legacy Bridge. Hwy 64 between Ducktown, TN and Cleveland, TN approximately 35 minutes from North Georgia's historic Blue Ridge.

14. Drive-in Movie: Enjoy a drive-in movie at the Swan Drive-in (http://www.swan-drive-in.com/), one of Georgia's four remaining drive-in theaters. 706-632-5235. Also, North Georgia's Blue Ridge Twin Cinema is located on Hwy 5 (behind the McDonalds). 706-632-7202

15. Hiking: Hiking trails abound in the area. Hike North Georgia's Aska Trails on Aska Road in the Aska Adventure Area, or visit the Swinging Bridge over the Toccoa River. For more information and directions to specific hikes click on Activities - Outdoor Activities - Hiking on our website.

16. Bowling: Fannin Lanes - 4115 East First Street in Blue Ridge. 706-632-2064

17. Fannin County Library - Children's Story Time every Tuesday at noon - story and crafts. Located in the Fannin County Courthouse across the street from the park. www.mountainregionallibrary.org. Hours: Tues - Fri. 9a-5p. 706-632-5263

18. Community Theater - enjoy dramas, comedies, and musical productions, plus a 2-week children's acting camp (Sunny D's Children's Theater) and performance during June. For more information: 706-632-9223, or visit www.blueridgecommunitytheater.org

19. Fun World Family Entertainment Center located in Hiawassee, about 40 minutes up Hwy. 515. www.funworldga.com

20. Mountain Biking – rent mountain bikes at Cycle South - 544 E Main St # 3, Blue Ridge, GA 30513 (706) 632-3533.  Bike Trails