Blairsville is a scenic wonderland of mountains, forests, lakes, streams, waterfalls, and wildlife. Known for the Blue Ridge Mountains beauty and its world-famous sorghum syrup. Located in Union County Georgia. It is one of the three northeast Georgian counties situated completely within the Chattahoochee National Forest. 


Things to Do:


Lake Nottely
With over 4000 acres and over 100 miles of shoreline offering recreation activities such as boating, swimming, fishing, and much more.









Sorghum Festival
An annual October event of arts and crafts.








Vogel State Park
Over 200 acres offering outdoor recreation including Lake Trahyta, Trahlyta Falls, cottages, tent sites, RV sites, trailers. Located approx. 10 miles south of downtown Blairsville on Hwy 19/129.









Desoto Falls
3 Tier Cascade, 80 feet total
0.7 mile hike one way
Moderate Difficulty

Directions:  From Turner's Corner, head north on Hwy 19/129 for approx. 4 miles. Make a left into the Desoto Falls Scenic Area and follow around to the campground area where the parking is.




Helton Creek Falls
2 Cascades-One 30 feet and the other 60 feet
0.1 mile one way
Easy Difficulty

Directions: From Turner's Corner, head North on Hwy 19/129 for approx. 9-1/2 miles just past Neel's Gap. Make a right onto Helton Creek Rd (FS 118) and proceed approx. 2 miles to the pull off area on the right.



Golf (If you want to hit the linx check out)
Butternut Creek Golf Course, 20 Union Co Rec Rd, Blairsville, GA 30512, (706)439-6097, Municipal, 18 hole, 6,536 yds, Par 73, Course Rating -70.9
Brasstown Valley Resort Golf Course , 6321 U S Highway 76, Young Harris, GA 30582, (706)379-9900, Public, 18 hole, 6,957 yds, Par 72, Course Rating-73.5
Chatuge Shores Golf Course, 260 Golf Course Road, Hayesville, NC 28904, 828-389-8940


Calendar of Events:
7/21/2010 - 7/31/2010 - 60th Annual Georgia Mountain Fair
Location: Georgia Mountain Fairgrounds, 1311 Music Hall Road, Hwy 76 W, Hiawassee, GA 30546
When: Wednesday July 21st through Sunday July 31st time(TBA)
Description: Enjoy first class musical performances, fun carnival rides, unique attractions and a glimpse into North Georgia’s rich history and culture, the Fair provides something for every member of the family. The Georgia Mountain Fair, is known as Georgia’s most “Unique Fair”. Those who visit the Fair will enjoy a flower show, Country Music, an Exhibit Hall, arts & crafts, and carnival rides. The pioneer village, a replica of just how the Ole Mountain towns used to be, it has demonstrations that will take you back in time such as soap and hominy making, moonshine, quilting, blacksmith shop and more.
Costs: $9 admission for all adults, children under 9 free and $2 parking fee.
Contact: Georgia Mountain Fairgrounds 706-896-4191

7/24/2010 - 7/25/2010 - 12th Annual Butternut Creek Festival
Location: Meeks Park, 11 Pool Lane, Blairsville, GA. on the South side of Hwy 76/515, just 0.7 miles west of the Hwy 19/129 traffic light.
Hours: July 24 & 25  from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Contact: High Country Artisans, Inc., P.O. Box 422, Blairsville, GA. 
Costs: FREE Admission &  Parking with shuttle service available from the parking areas to the Festival location. 
Description: Arts & Fine Crafts Show, 65-70 of the finest artists and craftsmen will be offering Woodwork, Fabric Art, Stained Glass, Jewelry, Pottery, and more. Live Demonstrations & Entertainment, Good Food & Fun!  Sponsored by the High Country Artisans, Inc.

7/31/2010 - Georgia Green Bean Festival
Location: Downtown Blairsville "On the Square" 1 Town Square, Blairsville, GA. 
Hours: Saturday, July 31 9:00 AM -5:00 PM
Contact: Janet Hartman 706-994-4837
Description: Downtown Blairsville comes alive for the 1^st Annual Georgia Green Bean Festival. Learn everything there is to know about Green Beans, a staple in the North Georgia Mountains.Watch the Green Bean Pizza Eating Contest and see displays and demonstrations at the Mountain Life Museum just off Town Square.  Food and Crafts Vendors, Demonstrations. Quilt Show & Quilting Circle, Entertainment, Tractor Show, and a Farmer’s Market all on the Square in Downtown Blairsville.

8/21/2010 - Annual Tomato Festival at Crane Creek Vineyard
Location: Crane Creek Vineyard, Young Harris, GA
When: Saturday August 21st Time(TBA)
Costs: Tickets sold at the door:adults $20, ages 13-20 $10, children under 12 free
Description:  Celebrate the fruit of the other vine with your friends and family at Crane Creek Vineyards! Local restaurants and food vendors will be out giving away samples of their cuisine. Chef David and his Culinary Team will be preparing lunch for everyone with all things tomato. This is a great day of food and wine! Ticket price includes wine tasting, souvenir wine glass, lunch and admission to all of the activities.

9/4/2010 - 9/5/2010 - Mountain Heritage Festival
Location:  Mountain Life Center, Cleveland St., Blairsville, GA 30512
When: Saturday September 4th through Sunday September 5th from 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Description: Celebrating the rich Appalachian history and culture, the open-air market features: local handicrafts including handmade brooms, candles, soaps, wood carvings, pottery, honey and garden products. Performances by bluegrass musicians, gospel groups, and cloggers. Sample campfire cooking at the Civil War Camp. Native American demonstrations. "Old-ways" games and craft demonstrations of rail/shingle splitting, spinning, quilting.
Cost: FREE
Contact: For more information call 706-745-5493.

9/11/2010 - Vogel's Mountain Music/Arts and Craft Day Festival
Location: Vogel State Park Hwy 19/129S
When: Saturday September 11th from 10:00 AM till 5:00 PM
Description:  This festival will includes all types of music, their will be  Appalachian, bluegrass and gospel music, arts and crafts booths, demonstrations on spinning, blacksmithing and bowl carving, and food concessions provided by Vogel Volunteers.
Costs: Children - $2.00, Adults -  $5.00, Parking - $5.00, Shuttle service will be available from distant parking areas at no additional fee.
Contact: For more information on this festival call 706-745-2628.

10/2/2010 - 10/3/2010 - 33rd Annual Indian Summer Festival
Location:  Woody Gap School 2331 S Hwy 60 Suches, GA 30572
When: Saturday October 2nd and Sunday October 3rd from 9:00 AM till 5:00 PM
Description: Activities and family entertainment featuring arts and crafts, pottery, folk art and plenty of great food.
Costs: Admission is $4, 6 and under are FREE. Free parking
Contact: For more information call 706-747-2401.

10/3/2010 - 10th Annual Fundraiser "Puttin' on the Dog"
Location: Crane Creek Vineyards in Young Harris, GA
When: Sunday October 3rd
Description: Come join us at Crane Creek Vineyards  for wine tastings, music,  silent and live auctions to benefit a great cause,the Humane Society's Mountain Shelter.
Contact: For more information call 706-379-1236

10/8/2010 - 10/16/2010 - Georgia Mountain Fall Festival
Location: Georgia Mountain Fairgrounds, 1311 Music Hall Road, Hwy 76 W, Hiawassee, GA 30546
When: Friday October 8th through Sunday October 16th time(TBA)
Description: With its mild temperatures and beautiful scenery there is no better place to be than the North Georgia Mountains in the fall. This event features exciting musical performances, educational demonstrations, a flower show and the ever-popular Georgia’s Official State Fiddlers' Convention. Music daily in The Anderson Music Hall, Flower Show, Arts and Crafts, Exhibit Hall. Demonstrations will take you back to the Old Ways’ as local folks show how Moonshine was made,along with Quilting, Soap and Hominy making, Blacksmith Shop and more. The Pioneer Village, is a replica of an era gone by.
Costs: $9 admission for all adults, children under 9 free  and $2 parking fee.
Contact: Georgia Mountain Fairgrounds 706-896-4191

10/9/2010 - 10/10/2010 & 10/16/2010 - 10/17/2010 - The 39th Annual Georgia Apple Festival

Location: Vogel State Park
When: Saturday December 11th from 4:30 PM till 6:30 PM
Description: Make sure you don't miss the Christmas Tree lighting att Vogel State Park this holiday season. There will be caroling, hayrides, bonfires, hot chocolate & cider and a special visit from Santa Claus. For the "Give A Gift Toy Drive" sponsored by the Union County Sheriff’s Department bring an unwrapped gift for kids 0 - 12 years of age.
Contact: For more information call Vogel State Park @ 706-745-2628 or vogel@windstream.net .

12/21/2010 - Annual Winter Solstice Celebration
Location: Crane Creek Vineyards in Young Harris, GA
When: Tuesday December 21st from 6:00 PM till 8:00 PM
Description:Come celebrate the longest night of the year at Crane Creek.
Contact: For more information call 706-379-1236.

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Real Estate Information:

Century 21 Scenic Realty
3680 Highway 76
Young Harris, GA 30582
Michelle Hedden, Realtor Licensed in GA & NC  mhedden@windstream.net  
P: 706-835-9090