Megan’s guide to Ellijay dining & attractions
Sightseeing 🌻🌿
Amicalola Falls State Park has hiking trails, a restaurant, and incredible views of both mountains and waterfalls. It’s a great destination for adventurers! Amicalola Falls is located within 30 minutes from the lodge.
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Amicalola Falls State Park
418 Amicalola Falls State Park RdAmicalola Falls State Park has hiking trails, a restaurant, and incredible views of both mountains and waterfalls. It’s a great destination for adventurers! Amicalola Falls is located within 30 minutes from the lodge.
At Fort Mountain State Park, you can see an ancient Native American rock wall and sweeping views of the Appalachian Mountains.
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Fort Mountain State Park
181 Fort Mountain State Park RdAt Fort Mountain State Park, you can see an ancient Native American rock wall and sweeping views of the Appalachian Mountains.
Carter’s Lake is located very close to the lodge, and is the deepest lake in the state of Georgia! With four different trail options, visitors will get to see waterfalls, animals, and gorgeous scenery. 🐟⛵️
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Carters Lake Marina & Resort
575 Marina RdCarter’s Lake is located very close to the lodge, and is the deepest lake in the state of Georgia! With four different trail options, visitors will get to see waterfalls, animals, and gorgeous scenery. 🐟⛵️
Dining & Entertainment ✨
Engelheim is located within 15 minutes of the lodge, and is Ellijay’s most popular winery. 🍷
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Engelheim Vineyards
120 Lakeview RdEngelheim is located within 15 minutes of the lodge, and is Ellijay’s most popular winery. 🍷
Visitors travel from near and far to attend the Georgia Apple Festival in downtown Ellijay. 🍎
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Georgia Apple Festival
1729 S Main StVisitors travel from near and far to attend the Georgia Apple Festival in downtown Ellijay. 🍎
The Roof is my favorite “date night” location with my husband. They always hit the mark on delicious food and well crafted drinks! They have outdoor seating and great views of downtown Ellijay!
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The Roof Ellijay
16 River StThe Roof is my favorite “date night” location with my husband. They always hit the mark on delicious food and well crafted drinks! They have outdoor seating and great views of downtown Ellijay!
Reece’s Cider Co is a fun destination to sample ciders made from local apples. Be sure to order a flight to sample their most popular ciders! 🍻
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Reece’s Cider Company
9110 Georgia 52Reece’s Cider Co is a fun destination to sample ciders made from local apples. Be sure to order a flight to sample their most popular ciders! 🍻
Hillcrest Orchards is a fall favorite for families! They have hay rides, local music, great treats, and apple picking. 🍎 🍏
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Hillcrest Orchards
9696 GA-52Hillcrest Orchards is a fall favorite for families! They have hay rides, local music, great treats, and apple picking. 🍎 🍏
Ellijay Coffeehouse
131 N Main StA cozy spot to grab a coffee or brunch & relax!
A fun spot in downtown Ellijay to grab dinner or a drink! 🍺
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River Street Tavern
40 River StA fun spot in downtown Ellijay to grab dinner or a drink! 🍺