Ridges Over the Lake Travel Guide
Blue Ridge
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Popular places to visit
Blue Ridge Scenic Railway
You can find out about the history of Blue Ridge when you stop by Blue Ridge Scenic Railway. Discover the mountain views in this family-friendly area or enjoy its hiking trails.
Blue Ridge Lake Marina
Explore the waterfront of Blue Ridge Lake Marina and enjoy activities such as hiking in Blue Ridge. Discover the mountain views in this family-friendly area.
Mercier Orchards
You can take time to visit Mercier Orchards during your travels to Blue Ridge. Discover the mountain views and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.
Toccoa River Swinging Bridge
You can learn about the history of Blue Ridge with a trip to Toccoa River Swinging Bridge. Discover the mountain views in this family-friendly area.
Baugh House Fannin County Historical Museum
You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Baugh House Fannin County Historical Museum during your trip to Blue Ridge.
The Lilly Pad Village
Have a fun-filled day with the family at The Lilly Pad Village as part of your trip to Blue Ridge. Discover the mountain views in this relaxing area or enjoy its hiking trails.
Things to do
Blue Ridge: Haunted Walking Tour with Ghost Hunting
Elijay Hike w/ Waterfall & Wine Tasting Private Tour from ATL
Top hotels in Ridges Over the Lake
Hampton Inn Blue Ridge
excellent roof top bar and walking distance to all the shops. I would have given them 5 stars if the employee working the front desk would allow us to check in earlier. The hotel not was not busy and they made us wait until 4.
Reviewed on 18 Apr 2026
Springhill Suites By Marriott Ellijay
We are visiting again!!! Absolutely the nicest, cleanest place! Beautiful hotel
Reviewed on 24 Mar 2026
Comfort Inn & Suites Blue Ridge
Great breakfast, comfortable bed and convenient to everything. Only negative is the walls are thin and easy to hear adjoining rooms.
Reviewed on 16 Apr 2026
Amicalola Falls State Park & Lodge
will stay again and again
Reviewed on 16 Apr 2026
Reid Ridge Lodge
The room was clean but almost everything else was poor. The “breakfast” was bagels, a prepackaged muffin or cereal. The AC was broken and the hair dryer was falling off the wall. The soap and shampoo was not sufficient for 2 people (and I was in their “master suite”. Parking was great but the door ...
Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026
Best Western Mountain View Inn
Large rooms. Friendly staff. Beautiful view Breakfast was delicious and maintained by a lovely lady.
Reviewed on 8 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Ridges Over the Lake
Raccoon Ridge
Though Raccoon Ridge may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like The Lilly Pad Village and Falls Branch Falls.
Downtown Blue Ridge
If you're spending some time in Downtown Blue Ridge, Blue Ridge Scenic Railway and Baugh House Fannin County Historical Museum are top sights worth seeing.
Foxfire Estates
Though Foxfire Estates may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Blue Ridge Scenic Railway and Mercier Orchards.
Scenic Heights
While there might not be top attractions in Scenic Heights, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Mercier Orchards and Blue Ridge Scenic Railway.
Cherry Lake
Cherry Lake might not have many top sights, but Blue Ridge Scenic Railway and Mineral Springs Walking Trail are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Cashes Valley
When in Cashes Valley, you can plan a visit to Mercier Orchards and Sugar Creek Raceway, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
