Blue Ridge

Welcome to Blue Ridge

Tale a Deep Breath and Relax

Surround yourself with beauty, relaxation, and natural fun in Georgia’s Blue Ridge, only 90 miles north of Atlanta via I-575 and Hwy 515, but a million miles away from the traffic, stress and anxiety of the city. With 106,000 acres located in the Chattahoochee National Forest, Blue Ridge is definitely the cure for whatever ails you. Rent a cozy cabin or a luxury mountain home, or stay in a bed & breakfast inn or hotel, and simply relax.

Enjoy Mother Nature at Her Best

Renew your spirit on a day hiking to nearby waterfalls or horseback riding on forested trails in the Chattahoochee National Forest. Bring the family and discover the thrill of an Ocoee River whitewater rafting adventure or a ride on the Blue Ridge Scenic Railway. Pick strawberries or blueberries at Mercier's, a 65 year old family orchard. Catch a trout on the tailwaters of the Toccoa River or a clear mountain stream; Blue Ridge is the Trout Fishing Capital of Georgia.

Georgia's Blue Ridge and Fannin County offer more dining experiences than ever, from gourmet to traditional Southern cuisine. There are some things you just have to eat when you come to the mountains, however, including local mountain trout, barbeque and Brunswick Stew, grits, and homemade biscuits. Don't forget to try out fried apple pies, apple bread, apple butter, and naturally, apple cider.

You'll find fine dining in Downtown Blue Ridge and on the banks of the Toccoa River at Toccoa Riverside Restaurant. Some of the finest food in the mountains can be found in Downtown Blue Ridge, where new gourmet restaurants like Harvest on Main, Christy Lee's Courtyard Grille, and Blue Ridge Brewery add flavor to traditional favorite spots like Serenity Garden, Victorian House (now VH Blue Orleans Bistro) and Danielle's. On the outskirts of Blue Ridge, Cucina Rustica sets a new standard for fine Italian dining in the mountains, and a also offers a great casual choice at Cucina Pizzeria next door.

For breakfast, brunch or lunch, try L & L Beanery in downtown Blue Ridge, Sisters Restaurant or the Bumblebee Cafe in Blue Ridge. Don't miss lunch at Angelina's Italian Delicatessen, Blue Ridge Barbeque, Mercier Orchards or Sue's, for the best hamburger in Blue Ridge. And for traditional Southern fare, you can't beat The Village Restaurant and Pete's Place, on Highway 515 at Cohutta General Store.

Some folks prefer to kick back and relax in the cabin with a romantic picnic supper from some fantastic gourmet catering shops. Or buy some homegrown tomatoes at a roadside stand and make tomato sandwiches for lunch! In any event, eating is a treat in the Georgia mountains. It's part of the trip!

Blue Ridge was named by Georgia Trent Magazine as one of Georgia's Eight Great Renaissance Cities! Read the article here.

Overview for Blue Ridge, GA

12,363 people live in Blue Ridge, where the median age is 50 and the average individual income is $31,816. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

12,363

Total Population

50 years

Median Age

Medium

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

$31,816

Average individual Income

Around Blue Ridge, GA

There's plenty to do around Blue Ridge, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.

7

Somewhat Bikeable

Bike Score

Points of Interest

Explore popular things to do in the area, including Smokey Bear Cigars & Cafe, Guagio Latin Flavors, and Blue Ridge Adventure Dog.

Name	Category	Distance	Reviews	Ratings by Yelp
Visit the Smokey Bear Cigars & Cafe page on Yelp Search 3365 E First St on Google Maps	Dining	2.94 miles	16 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Guagio Latin Flavors page on Yelp Search 4295 Old Hwy 76 on Google Maps	Dining	3.48 miles	5 reviews	4.8/5 stars
Visit the Blue Ridge Adventure Dog page on Yelp Search 342 E Main St on Google Maps	Dining	3.16 miles	5 reviews	4.8/5 stars
Visit the The Little Bakery page on Yelp Search 3558 E 1st St on Google Maps	Dining	3.08 miles	4 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the 34th Degree Wine Merchant page on Yelp Search 146 Depot St on Google Maps	Dining	2.9 miles	4 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Rum Cake Lady Cuban Cafe Downtown Blue Ridge page on Yelp Search 205 W 1st St on Google Maps	Dining · $$	3.17 miles	226 reviews	4.7/5 stars
Visit the Mountain Man Comics page on Yelp Search 771B E Main St on Google Maps	Shopping	2.81 miles	16 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Humble Pie Boutique page on Yelp Search 636 E Main St on Google Maps	Shopping	2.92 miles	4 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Blue Ridge Cotton Company page on Yelp Search 544 E Main St on Google Maps	Shopping	3 miles	24 reviews	4.7/5 stars
Visit the On The Fly Excursions page on Yelp Search 500 E Main St on Google Maps	Active	3.03 miles	8 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the The Spot Gym & Fitness page on Yelp Search 140 Progress Cir on Google Maps	Active	3.46 miles	6 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Aska Mining Company page on Yelp Search 8436 Aska Rd on Google Maps	Active	4.46 miles	10 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the TruFitness page on Yelp Search 105 Mountain St on Google Maps	Active	3.05 miles	5 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Cohutta Fishing Company page on Yelp Search 490 E Main St on Google Maps	Active	3.04 miles	5 reviews	4.8/5 stars
Visit the Pedego Electric Bikes Blue Ridge page on Yelp Search 11 Mountain St on Google Maps	Active	3.14 miles	17 reviews	4.8/5 stars
Visit the 2nd Story Entertainment page on Yelp Search 733 E Main St on Google Maps	Active	2.84 miles	11 reviews	4.7/5 stars
Visit the Blue Ridge Mountain Kayaking page on Yelp Search 56 N River Rd on Google Maps	Active	4.87 miles	24 reviews	4.7/5 stars
Visit the Blue Ridge Barber Shop page on Yelp Search 40 E Main St on Google Maps	Beauty	3.35 miles	13 reviews	4.8/5 stars
Visit the Cafe Ink Tattoo & Art Studio page on Yelp Search 140 Progress Cir on Google Maps	Beauty	3.46 miles	5 reviews	4.8/5 stars

Demographics and Employment Data for Blue Ridge, GA

Population Households Employment

Blue Ridge has 5,431 households, with an average household size of 2.25. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Blue Ridge do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 12,363 people call Blue Ridge home. The population density is 83.26 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

12,363

Total Population

Medium

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

50

Median Age

47.27 / 52.73%

Men vs Women

Population by Age Group

0-9:

0-9 Years

10-17:

10-17 Years

18-24:

18-24 Years

25-64:

25-64 Years

65-74:

65-74 Years

75+:

75+ Years

Education Level

Less Than 9th Grade
High School Degree
Associate Degree
Bachelor Degree
Graduate Degree

5,431

Total Households

2.25

Average Household Size

$31,816

Average individual Income

Households with Children

With Children:

Without Children:

Marital Status

Married

Single

Divorced

Separated

Blue vs White Collar Workers

Blue Collar:

White Collar:

Commute Time

0 to 14 Minutes

15 to 29 Minutes

30 to 59 Minutes

60+ Minutes

Schools in Blue Ridge, GA

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Primary Schools ()

Middle Schools ()

High Schools ()

Mixed Schools ()

The following schools are within or nearby Blue Ridge. The rating and statistics can serve as a starting point to make baseline comparisons on the right schools for your family. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

Type

Name

Property Listings

$259,900

$3,499,900

$2,950,000

$2,550,000

$1,995,680

$1,759,000

$1,750,000

$1,695,000

$1,599,000

Welcome to Blue Ridge

Tale a Deep Breath and Relax

Enjoy Mother Nature at Her Best

Overview for Blue Ridge, GA

12,363

50 years

Medium

$31,816

Around Blue Ridge, GA

7

Somewhat Bikeable

Points of Interest

Demographics and Employment Data for Blue Ridge, GA

12,363

Medium

50

47.27 / 52.73%

5,431

2.25

$31,816

Schools in Blue Ridge, GA

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Morganton

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Blue Ridge

Property Listings

$259,900

$3,499,900

$2,950,000

$2,550,000

$1,995,680

$1,759,000

$1,750,000

$1,695,000

$1,599,000

Welcome to Blue Ridge

Tale a Deep Breath and Relax

Enjoy Mother Nature at Her Best

Overview for Blue Ridge, GA

12,363

50 years

Medium

$31,816

Around Blue Ridge, GA

7

Somewhat Bikeable

Points of Interest

Demographics and Employment Data for Blue Ridge, GA

12,363

Medium

50

47.27 / 52.73%

5,431

2.25

$31,816

Schools in Blue Ridge, GA

Explore Other Neighborhoods

Mineral Bluff

Morganton

Cherry Log

Blairsville

Ellijay

Work With Christy

Follow Me on Instagram

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