Blue Bear Hideaway Guide Book

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Blue Bear Hideaway Guide Book

Sightseeing

Travel along the Toccoa River through the hills and forest. https://brscenic.com/
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Blue Ridge Scenic Railway
241 Depot St
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Travel along the Toccoa River through the hills and forest. https://brscenic.com/
The site of the 196 Olympic Canoe and Kayak Slalom competitions - this recreation area is the perfect place for swimming, rafting, kayaking, biking and hiking. https://www.fs.usda.gov/generalinfo/cherokee/recreation/generalinfo/?groupid=71012&recid=35096
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Ocoee Whitewater Center
4400 US-64
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The site of the 196 Olympic Canoe and Kayak Slalom competitions - this recreation area is the perfect place for swimming, rafting, kayaking, biking and hiking. https://www.fs.usda.gov/generalinfo/cherokee/recreation/generalinfo/?groupid=71012&recid=35096
Spend the day exploring this adorable small town. Main street boasts galleries, shops, restaurants, wineries and breweries.
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Blue Ridge
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Spend the day exploring this adorable small town. Main street boasts galleries, shops, restaurants, wineries and breweries.

Food scene

Try local wine and cider, pick your own apples, eat at a farm to table restaurant or buy food gifts to take home! Check their website for events and live music schedules. https://mercier-orchards.com/
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Mercier Orchards
8660 Blue Ridge Dr
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Try local wine and cider, pick your own apples, eat at a farm to table restaurant or buy food gifts to take home! Check their website for events and live music schedules. https://mercier-orchards.com/
We love, love, love the flavors that come out of this kitchen. Our favorites are the empandas, the Cuban sandwich and, of course, the salted caramel rum cake!
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Rum Cake Lady ToGo
205 W First St
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We love, love, love the flavors that come out of this kitchen. Our favorites are the empandas, the Cuban sandwich and, of course, the salted caramel rum cake!
Take a tour, taste some wine and sit by the fire. What more is there to say? https://bearclawvineyards.com/
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Bear Claw Vineyards & Winery, Inc.
2281 Tennis Court Rd
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Take a tour, taste some wine and sit by the fire. What more is there to say? https://bearclawvineyards.com/
Dine inside the historic house or under the stars in the front lawn. Either way - you are in for a treat! The food is outstanding and the service is impeccable. They also have brunch on the weekends. https://www.blacksheepblueridge.com/
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Black Sheep Restaurant
480 W Main St
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Dine inside the historic house or under the stars in the front lawn. Either way - you are in for a treat! The food is outstanding and the service is impeccable. They also have brunch on the weekends. https://www.blacksheepblueridge.com/
Winner of Season 6 of the Cupcake Wars on the Food Network - this little shop is not to be missed! While there are so many yummy flavors to choose from, nothing beats the yellow cake with buttercream icing. Ok, ok - the carrot cake must be pretty good too since it was the winning recipe!
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The Sweet Shoppe
721 E Main St
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Winner of Season 6 of the Cupcake Wars on the Food Network - this little shop is not to be missed! While there are so many yummy flavors to choose from, nothing beats the yellow cake with buttercream icing. Ok, ok - the carrot cake must be pretty good too since it was the winning recipe!

Outdoor Activities

This 3290 acre lake has everything you could want in the way of water sports. The lake has a full service marina, boat ramp, public swimming and picnic areas. You can enjoy hiking and bike riding. There is a spot to rent kayaks and paddle boards
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Blue Ridge Lake Dam
6408 Old Hwy 76
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This 3290 acre lake has everything you could want in the way of water sports. The lake has a full service marina, boat ramp, public swimming and picnic areas. You can enjoy hiking and bike riding. There is a spot to rent kayaks and paddle boards
An easy hike to this beautiful bridge that spans the Toccoa is a must. Bring a picnic lunch and eat by the water.
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Toccoa River Swinging Bridge
Swinging Bridge on the Toccoa River
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An easy hike to this beautiful bridge that spans the Toccoa is a must. Bring a picnic lunch and eat by the water.
What better way to see the mountains than on horseback? http://appalachiantrailrides.com/
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Appalachian Trail Rides
4100 Cutcane Rd
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What better way to see the mountains than on horseback? http://appalachiantrailrides.com/
A beautiful hike that is not too strenuous peaks at the waterfall face. There is an observation deck that is perfect for pictures
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Καταρράκτες Φολς Μπραντς
Stanley Creek Road
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A beautiful hike that is not too strenuous peaks at the waterfall face. There is an observation deck that is perfect for pictures

Just a little bit nutty!

Crush a car with a tank, operate an excavator or shoot a machine gun. Just crazy enough to be intriguing... https://tanktownusa.com/
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Tank Town USA
10408 Appalachian Hwy
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Crush a car with a tank, operate an excavator or shoot a machine gun. Just crazy enough to be intriguing... https://tanktownusa.com/
All things Big Foot are available a the museum. You will learn everything you ever wanted to know about this local legend. https://www.expeditionbigfoot.com/
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ΕΚΣΤΡΑΤΕΙΑ: BIGFOOT! Το Μουσείο Sasquatch
1934 GA-515
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All things Big Foot are available a the museum. You will learn everything you ever wanted to know about this local legend. https://www.expeditionbigfoot.com/

Συμβουλές για την πόλη

Τρόποι μεταφοράς

A vehicle is required.

In the mountains there is no public transportation. Be prepared for steep hills as well as dirt and gravel roads.
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Mercier Orchards is a must for all who visit the area.

Mercier Orchards is not just a farm - it is a destination. The orchard managers provide tractor rides into the orchard where you can pick your own fruit. The main building houses a farm to table restaurant as well as locally made wines, ciders, honey, and jams. Don't miss the bakery where you can find their famous fried pies! Check their website for events like live music, a petting zoo and wine tastings. https://mercier-orchards.com/
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Hiking shoes and mosquito repellent

Your journey will undoubtedly take you onto an unbeaten path in the forest. You will want to be prepared for the red Georgia clay and a mosquito or two while hiking in the woods.
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Blue Ridge Scenic Railway

Buy your tickets before you come to make sure you don't miss an opportunity to view the mountains from the train. https://brscenic.com/