Blairsville, GA Attractions
Visit this wonderful state park 11 miles south of Blairsville on U.S. HWY 19-129. The 233 acres includes 85 tent, trailer, RV sites, 18 walk-in sites, 35 cottages and a fantastic 20-acre lake with a swimming beach, plus 4 picnic shelters, pioneer campground and primitive campsites. Recreational activities include hiking, backpacking, fishing, swimming, pedal boat and minature golf. Special programs are offered throughout the year.
APPLACHIAN TRAIL
The Appalachain Trail winds through Union County at elevations up to 4,000 feet giving hickers an opportunity to view the Chattahoochee National Forest up close. There are many points where the trail can be accessed allowing hikers to enjoy the trail in any season. Lesser know paths such as Duncan Ridge and the Benton McKaye Trail (where a suspension bridge provides breathtaking view, provide a diversion from the Appalachian Trail.
BUTTERNUT CREEK GOLF COURSE
18-hole facility located within the Blairsville city limits. The picturesque hills and fairways are visible from almost any part of town. Golf lessons are available, and there are lighted tennis courts, picnic areas and a stocked pro shop.
MEEKS RECREATION PARK provides recreation and leisure activities for all ages. Olympic-sized pool, bathhouse, concession area, lighted ball feilds, batting cages, fenced playground area, picnic facilities, scenic walking trails wind throughout the park alongside Butternut Creek, plus the new lighted walking path and a path especially to walk your dog.
SORGHUM FESTIVAL
On the second, third, and fourth weekends in October, the annual Sorghum Festival is held in Blairsville at Fort Sorghum. Contests such as "Biskit Eatin","Pole Climbin", and "Log Sawin" set the tone for a down-home good time for all ages. Celebrating the lost art of sorghum syrupmaking, the festival has live demonstrations showing how the cane is crushed and cooked. A parade, car show, and square dances round out the celebration.
Helton Creek Falls
There are two falls on Helton Creek in the Chattahoochee National Forests. The upper falls is about 50 yards above the lower falls. To reach these falls go north on US19 21.5 miles to Neels Gap. Go another 1.7 miles to Helton Creek Rd. on the right. Follow Helton Creek Rd. 2.3 miles to a Forest Service parking area on the right. About half of this distance is paved. The trail to both falls is about 100 yards and not very strenuous.
SOUTHERN TREE PLANTATION, INC.
A unique experience for all ages. Visiting the 60 acre plus farm which features 5,000 home grown pumpkins and 25,000 Christmas trees, plus hayrides, minature train ride, farm animals, fun and tricky wooden barnyard maze, plenty of animals, is a delightful way to explore this enchanting farm world. Have your next birthday outing at this North Georgia plantation.
Brasstown Bald
Beautiful Brasstown Bald, rising 4,784 feet above sea level, is Georgia,s highest mountain. On clear days, the spectacular 360-degree view from atop the mountain allows you to see four states, Georgia, Tennessee, North Carolina, and South Carolina. The surrounding area is home to a wide variety of plants and animals.
