Summer is on its way, and with it, the relentless heat a Southerner knows all too well. But what if you traded the swelter for cool mountain mornings? Just ninety miles north of Atlanta, the mountain town of Blue Ridge, Georgia, offers a breezy break in an endless summer—not to mention plenty of serenity and small-town sophistication. Think scenic hikes by day and chef-driven dining by night.
With Blue Ridge’s abundant supply of mountain vacation homes and downtown lodging, families are sure to find a spacious home that suits their needs, whether that includes a game room, gourmet kitchen, dreamy porch overlooking the mountains, or all of the above. But the real fun begins outdoors: Tube, kayak, or raft the brisk waters of the Toccoa River; cast a line for trout below the Blue Ridge Dam; or take in the crystal-clear views of Lake Blue Ridge by pontoon. From horseback riding on forested trails to clay shooting at Noontootla Creek Farms, golf at Old Toccoa Farm, and spa days at Serenity in the Mountains, Blue Ridge has a little something for every traveler. This summer, skip the heat—and head for the hills.
