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It would be a stretch to consider commuting to Blue Ridge from Atlanta, but there are plenty of reasons for wanting to get to Blue Ridge at every opportunity. It has been called Georgia's favorite small town, with an emphasis on small. But, that's a large part of its charm. This mountain town has a little more than 1,400 residents, but it has luxury homes, rustic cabins, bed and breakfast lodgings and a few motel rooms. Located on the border with Tennessee, it's only 90 miles from Atlanta, and is a favorite getaway destination for city dwellers.

Located in the Chattahoochee National Forest, near the North Carolina border in northern Georgia lays Blairsville/Union County where abundant activities await you. Throughout the year Blairsville and the surrounding areas hold several events and festivals. Cast your line in one of the many rivers or streams in the area. Union County Schools, Union County Recreational Department and Young Harris College provide any sport fan with the chance to catch a game. Or just sit on the porch and enjoy the cool breeze and listen to nature, grab that book you’ve wanted to read. Star gaze at night, the view is incredible.

The spring bloom of azaleas and rhododendrons is one of the premier attractions of the small Appalachian Trail community of Hiawassee. Located on the Hiawassee River not far from the North Carolina state line, Hiawassee is the county seat of Towns County. The town is less than 2 square miles in land area, but is big on the wonders of nature.