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10 Best Things to Do in Mineral Bluff, Georgia



Mineral Bluff Georgia, is a small town located in Fannin County, in north-central Georgia. The 400 resident community sits six miles northeast of Blue Ridge, 80 miles east of Chattanooga, Tennessee, and 100 miles north of Atlanta.

The area is known for its spectacular natural beauty and resources, including Tallulah Gorge. The upper and lower Toccoa River and Lake Blue Ridge are popular tourist destinations. Also in the area are five spectacular waterfalls, including Long Creek Falls.

Without further ado, here are the 10 best things to do during your vacation to Mineral Bluff.

1. Old Toccoa Farm


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596 Curtis Switch Rd, Mineral Bluff, GA 30559

Old Toccoa Farm in Mineral Bluff, GA, offers mountain golf play with five sets of tees. Golf course facilities include a full-length driving range, a chipping area, and a putting green.

2. Ron Henry Horseshoe Bend Park


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1156 River Rd, Mineral Bluff, GA 30559

The park sits on the Toccoa River near McCaysville and is perfect for a family outing or a day of fishing. The park amenities include pavilions, a gazebo, and playgrounds.

While you are in the area, visit the Ducktown Basin Museum, a small mining town museum worth a few extra miles north.

3. Appalachian Trail Rides


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4100 Cutcane Rd, Mineral Bluff, GA 30559

Four miles from Mineral Bluff are the Appalachian Trail Rides- 250 acres of private mountain land perfect for horseback riding and eco-friendly guided trail rides.

4. Blue Ridge Mountain Kayaking


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56 North River Road, Blue Ridge, GA 30513

The Toccoa River has several slower areas popular for tubing and kayaking.

5. Mercier Orchards


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8660 Blue Ridge Dr. Blue Ridge GA 30513

Mercier Orchards is a family & veteran-owned orchard that currently grows berries, peaches, plums, nectarines, and apples. This u-pick-em style orchard is a family favorite just minutes from Mineral Bluff, Georgia.

6. Mineral Bluff Depot


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150 Railroad Ave, Mineral Bluff, GA 30559

A popular destination for visitors, the train depot is central to the area's history.

7. Harrah's Casino


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777 Casino Parkway, Murphy, NC 28906

Harrah's Cherokee Valley River Casino is a short 15-minute drive into North Carolina. The Casino offers gaming, sports, and fine dining.

8. Food, Wine & Brew


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North Georgia's Blue Ridge mountain area is home to five wineries and two microbreweries - the Fannin Brewing Company and the Grumpy Old Men Brewing nano-brewery. While in town, be sure to eat and drink all the best local concoctions!

9. The Art Center


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420 West Main St., Blue Ridge, Ga 30513

Located in the iconic Fannin County Courthouse, The Art Center is one of the largest art galleries in the North Georgia mountains, with over 600 artist members.

10. Tank Town USA


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10408 Appalachian Hwy, Morganton, GA 30560

Inspired by a tank school in England, Tank Town USA is a short drive from Mineral Bluff, off Interstate 76 towards Blairsville. Here, visitors can learn to drive a tank, crush a few cars and be back in the cabin for sunset.

Finding the perfect mountain cabin rental in Mineral Bluff Georgia

Finding a place to stay in Mineral Bluff, Georgia is easy. Breathtaking vacation rentals combine the luxurious comforts of home with the tranquility and majesty of a mountain getaway. And even if you are unfamiliar with the state of Georgia, there are numerous cabins to research and easy-to-navigate online check-in and check-out options.

Hide N Creek, Mineral Bluff, GA

Hide N Creek is a cozy creekside cabin that sleeps four. This two-bedroom, two-bathroom log-style cabin boasts mountain views, a covered front and back porch, and a hot tub. A fully stocked and equipped kitchen with an outdoor grill eases cooking times. Enjoy the outdoor wood fire pit. Watch the ducks during the day or relax at the creekside in the evenings.

Amenities:

  • The king and queen bedrooms are both on the main level.
  • A gas-burning fireplace highlights the living room.
  • Flat-screen TVs include Direct TV service and complimentary WiFi.
  • Dog beds, water, and food bowls provide a dog-friendly vacation home.

Bear Rock Lodge, Ellijay, GA

Bear Rock Lodge is an intimate cabin. This mountain hide-a-way is a stunning two-bedroom, two-bath log home that sleeps four. Equipped with driveway security cameras and a fully stocked kitchen, Bear Rock Lodge has an outdoor hot tub with spectacular views and a wood fire pit.

This unique cabin is within walking distance to the Chattahoochee National Forest and a short drive from downtown Ellijay.

Amenities:

  • King and Full main level bedrooms and a queen bed in the loft area.
  • Great Room with gas fireplace.
  • The loft has an Air Hockey table, a pub table, and family games.
  • The local cable on all smart TVs and complimentary WiFi
  • Not pet-friendly.

 

Are you looking for a mountain rental for the whole family?

Emerald by the Creek, Mineral Bluff, GA

Emerald by the Creek sits just a short drive over paved roads from Mineral Bluff and ten minutes from downtown Blue Ridge. This serene cabin sleeps eight in an exquisite three-bedroom, three-bathroom log-style cabin that offers spectacular views, an outdoor fireplace, a screened porch, and a luxury hot tub.

Amenities:

  • The cabin includes a spacious open floor plan and a fully stocked modern kitchen.
  • The main level has a king bedroom, and both queen bedrooms are on the upper level.
  • There are Roku Smart TVs throughout the cabin and complimentary WiFi.
  • Washer and dryer units are available.
  • Not Pet-Friendly

 

Whether you visit north Georgia in early Spring or wait until the leaves turn in early Fall, the Blue Ridge area around Mineral Bluff is a relaxing get-a-way for a solo vacationer or the entire family.