Walnut Mountain Travel Guide
Ellijay


Visit Walnut Mountain
Popular places to visit
Cartecay River
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Cartecay River during your travels in Ellijay. Stroll along the riverfront or discover the area's mountain views.
Ellijay Marketplace
Take the family on an outing to Ellijay Marketplace during your trip to Ellijay. Discover the mountain views in this relaxing area.
Cartecay Vineyards
You can enjoy a tasting or tour at Cartecay Vineyards during your travels to Ellijay. Discover the mountain views in this family-friendly area or seek out the hiking trails.
Gilmer County Fairgrounds
Enjoy an outing to Gilmer County Fairgrounds during your stay in Ellijay. Discover the mountain views in this relaxing area.
Appalachian Trail Southern Terminus
You can take time to visit Appalachian Trail Southern Terminus during your travels to Ellijay. Stroll along the riverfront or discover the area's mountain views.
Tabor House & Civil War Museum
You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Tabor House & Civil War Museum during your trip to Ellijay. Discover the mountain views in this relaxing area.
Things to do

Blue Ridge: Haunted Walking Tour with Ghost Hunting

Elijay Hike w/ Waterfall & Wine Tasting Private Tour from ATL

Elijay Three Vineyards Private Wine Tasting Tour from Atlanta
Top hotels in Walnut Mountain

Hampton Inn Blue Ridge
Super expensive. The rooftop and gym were both closed when we got there, I would have stayed somewhere else if I would have known
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026

Comfort Inn & Suites Blue Ridge
Staff was amazing, especially Candie. Always had a smile on her face and happily help us with our requests. Breakfast was delicious and kept clean and stocked. A guest dropped a serving spoon on the floor, picked it up and started to use it to serve the eggs. The staff member immediately interceded ...
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026

Amicalola Falls State Park & Lodge
The lodge and property was great. The view from our room was breathtaking. We will definitely be back.
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026

Reid Ridge Lodge
Do not stay here. The parking lot was empty. We saw one other couple come in. As the owner was very rude to them, he looked at us angrily as we walked by. Seems sketchy and scary.
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026

Forrest Hills Mountain Resort
X as zzz
Reviewed on 22 Apr 2026

Springhill Suites By Marriott Ellijay
Other neighbourhoods around Walnut Mountain

Owl Town Retreat
While Owl Town Retreat isn't home to many top sights, Cartecay River and Ellijay Marketplace are some notable places to visit nearby.

Downtown Ellijay
While visiting Downtown Ellijay, you might make a stop by sights like Chattahoochee National Forest and Tabor House & Civil War Museum.

Rivers Edge
While Rivers Edge isn't home to many top sights, Cartecay River and Cartecay Vineyards are some notable places to visit nearby.

Eagle Mountain
While Eagle Mountain isn't home to many top sights, Carters Lake and Engelheim Vineyards are some notable places to visit nearby.
