Blue Ridge, Georgia
The beautiful city of Blue Ridge, incorporated on
October 24, 1887, is the county seat of Fannin
County. The city is named for the southern reach of the
Appalachian Mountain Range that stretches into Fannin County.
Blue Ridge is the starting point of the excursion train,
Blue Ridge Scenic Railway, at the Historic Train Depot
and Red Caboose
Visitors Center. The Railway is a vintage passenger
train running a 26-mile roundtrip along the Toccoa River.
More than 17,000 people visit Blue Ridge to ride the train
and shop in the many antique and specialty stores.
Blue Ridge Festivals
Held each Memorial Day weekend, the Arts in the Park Festival in Blue Ridge attracts over 20,000 people. Several local churches in Blue Ridge host an interdenominational Labor Day Barbecue each year at the town's historic railroad depot .A Mountain Harvest Sale featuring handmade quilts, baskets, and pottery is held on the third and fourth weekends of October at the Blue Ridge State Farmer's Market. Proceeds from booth fees go to local charities.
Fannin County, Georgia
Blue Ridge is located in Fannin County, Georgia. Learn more
about Fannin County, Georgia.
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