SCAN FOR MORE IF YOU LIKE BLUE RIDGE, Discover other idyllic mountain towns. You Also Might Enjoy... Nature lovers won’t want to miss Clayton , home to numerous fishing spots, breathtaking waterfalls and wildflower views, along with Black Rock Mountain State Park , the highest-elevation state park in Georgia. Nestled at the base of Black Rock Mountain itself, Clayton has also earned a reputation as the state’s farm-to-table capital. Taste the artfully prepared agricultural bounty at The Market at the Clayton Cafe and Fortify Kitchen & Bar . Fuel up for outdoor adventures, such as watersports on Lake Burton or any number of spectacular hikes. For a moderate trek, pick up Dicks Creek Gap to Bly Gap Camp—an 8.7-mile section of the Appalachian Trail —to follow the famed path as it slices through the forest’s fern-carpeted floor. The state’s apple capital of Ellijay allures year-round with festivals (including fall’s annual Georgia Apple Festival ), orchards and restaurants leveraging the region’s signature fruit. Sample fruity treats from nearly a dozen farms, including Panorama Orchards and Farm Market , or pick your own at Hillcrest Orchards and the Red Apple Barn . Savor the crisp flavor of Georgia apples in a different form at Reece’s Cider Co. or take a tasting tour of the area’s numerous vineyards. And Ellijay is as much for outdoors-lovers as it is for foodies. Go tubing on the Cartecay River , hike along miles of secluded trails or test your skills on a mountain bike. Nearby Carters Lake is perfect for boating, camping, picnicking, birding or simply soaking up the views. 118 #EXPLOREGEORGIA DOWNTOWN CLAYTON/JAKE TEKIPPE
Official State Travel Guide 2023 Georgia Official State Travel Guide: Page 118
