Ellijay Area Activities
Swimming, boating, fishing, canoeing, rafting, tubing,
kayaking, water skiing, hunting, hiking, mountain biking, golfing, and
tennis are popular activities. State recreation areas within a short
distance of Ellijay are Carters Lake (12 miles), Amicalola
Falls State Park (20 miles), and Fort
Mountain State Park (20 miles). Two wildlife management areas, the
Cohutta
Wilderness and the Rich
Mountain Wilderness, as well as National Forest recreation areas
provide space for outdoor enthusiasts. A public golf course welcomes
residents and visitors alike. Also, the Dixie Speedway provides
dirt track auto racing.
Adventure Trail Rides
933 Cashes Valley Road, Cherry Log, GA 30522
http://www.adventuretrailrides.com/
Carters Lake
Carters Lake embraces a spectacular tract of mountain-and-valley
scenery in the Blue Ridge Mountains of North Georgia. Its sparkling
waters and rugged shoreline provide a beautiful surrounding for a
variety of recreational opportunities which include fishing,
picnicking, boating, mountain biking and hunting.
http://carters.sam.usace.army.mil/
Gilmer Golf & Games
the most scenic miniature golf course in Georgia. The course has
been designed with Mother Nature in mind; rock and water hazards
create challenging diversions for the skillful player. Sparkling blue
waterfalls, rushing streams, and lovely gardens offer a serene
setting for golfers looking for relaxation. The evening sky shows it's
awesome colors while the sun melts into the the majestic Blue Ridge
Corridor.
http://www.geocities.com/salcdor73/minigolf
Mountaintown Outdoor Expeditions
Our trip is a half day on the Cartecay River (Class I, II or III). Our
premier trip incorporates Laurel-covered banks with exciting rapids
for a fun trip for all age and skill levels in a variety of boats. We
are outfitted for canoe, duckie and kayak rentals and sales. We also
provide a shuttle service.
http://www.mountaintownoutdoorexpeditions.com/
River Right Outfitters
The owners have started a new put-in on Georgia's Class II-III
Cartecay River. Free river access
http://www.americanwhitewater.org/archive/article/181
