Copper Basin Guide Book
City/town information
Blue Ridge is a railroad town, with the historic Blue Ridge Depot at its center. The historic rail cars of the Blue Ridge Scenic Railway and Caboose Visitor Center will make you feel you have stepped back to a simpler time. But you will be amazed at the quality and number of upscale restaurants, shops and galleries along Main Street, and a whole day could be devoted just to discovering downtown Blue Ridge. At the center of town is a downtown park enjoyed by young and old, with picnic tables, a covered pavilion, kid's playground and a new impressive piece of rainbow trout chainsaw art! See how many painted trout you can find downtown!
407 locals recommend
Blue Ridge
Blue Ridge is a railroad town, with the historic Blue Ridge Depot at its center. The historic rail cars of the Blue Ridge Scenic Railway and Caboose Visitor Center will make you feel you have stepped back to a simpler time. But you will be amazed at the quality and number of upscale restaurants, shops and galleries along Main Street, and a whole day could be devoted just to discovering downtown Blue Ridge. At the center of town is a downtown park enjoyed by young and old, with picnic tables, a covered pavilion, kid's playground and a new impressive piece of rainbow trout chainsaw art! See how many painted trout you can find downtown!
A river runs through the mining towns of McCaysville and its twin city, Copperhill, Tennessee. Stand in both states at one time at the Blue Line, which marks the spot where Georgia ends and Tennessee begins. Cross over the steel bridge crossing the Toccoa/Ocoee River and go from Georgia to Tennessee (or vice versa) in just a minute or two! Be sure and visit the McCaysville Visitor Center, located beside the Toccoa River adjacent to the concrete bridge. The center has a pocket park along the river and exhibits featuring historic photographs and artifacts from the Copper Basin. Across the street is the newly developed Riverwalk Shops and restaurants.
66 locals recommend
McCaysville
A river runs through the mining towns of McCaysville and its twin city, Copperhill, Tennessee. Stand in both states at one time at the Blue Line, which marks the spot where Georgia ends and Tennessee begins. Cross over the steel bridge crossing the Toccoa/Ocoee River and go from Georgia to Tennessee (or vice versa) in just a minute or two! Be sure and visit the McCaysville Visitor Center, located beside the Toccoa River adjacent to the concrete bridge. The center has a pocket park along the river and exhibits featuring historic photographs and artifacts from the Copper Basin. Across the street is the newly developed Riverwalk Shops and restaurants.
A river runs through the mining towns of McCaysville and its twin city, Copperhill, Tennessee. Stand in both states at one time at the Blue Line, which marks the spot where Georgia ends and Tennessee begins. Cross over the steel bridge crossing the Toccoa/Ocoee River and go from Georgia to Tennessee (or vice versa) in just a minute or two! Be sure and visit the McCaysville Visitor Center, located beside the Toccoa River adjacent to the concrete bridge. The center has a pocket park along the river and exhibits featuring historic photographs and artifacts from the Copper Basin. Across the street is the newly developed Riverwalk Shops and restaurants.
21 locals recommend
Copperhill
A river runs through the mining towns of McCaysville and its twin city, Copperhill, Tennessee. Stand in both states at one time at the Blue Line, which marks the spot where Georgia ends and Tennessee begins. Cross over the steel bridge crossing the Toccoa/Ocoee River and go from Georgia to Tennessee (or vice versa) in just a minute or two! Be sure and visit the McCaysville Visitor Center, located beside the Toccoa River adjacent to the concrete bridge. The center has a pocket park along the river and exhibits featuring historic photographs and artifacts from the Copper Basin. Across the street is the newly developed Riverwalk Shops and restaurants.
Food scene
Black Sheep Restaurant
480 W Main StExcellent food and they take reservations.
The Vine Wine Bar and Bistro
576 E Main StExcellent food and they take reservations
Cucina Rustica
76 Forge Mill RdExcellent food and they take reservations
Great food but no reservations but offers call ahead and take out
197 locals recommend
Chester Brunnenmeyer's Bar & Grill
733 E Main StGreat food but no reservations but offers call ahead and take out
C Bolt's
644 E Main StGreat burgers. Great food but no reservations but offers call ahead and take out
Great burgers but no reservations but offers call ahead and take out and only cash
51 locals recommend
Sue's Burgers :)
3855 E 1st StGreat burgers but no reservations but offers call ahead and take out and only cash
Great food but no reservations but offers call ahead and take out
50 locals recommend
Misty Mountain Hops
3300 E 1st StGreat food but no reservations but offers call ahead and take out
Great food and pizza but no reservations but offers call ahead and take out
63 locals recommend
Mystic Mountain Pizza
4118 E 1st StGreat food and pizza but no reservations but offers call ahead and take out
Good food but no reservations but offers call ahead and take out
20 locals recommend
Serenity Garden Cafe
657 East Main StreetGood food but no reservations but offers call ahead and take out
Great food and takes reservations but offers call ahead and take out
12 locals recommend
Kizuna Japanese Restaurant
140 Progress CirGreat food and takes reservations but offers call ahead and take out
BumbleBee's Cafe
5850 Appalachian HwyGreat breakfast and lunch but no reservations
Mercier Orchards
8660 Blue Ridge DrHas a cafe, may take reservations, good food.
Great food but no reservations but offers call ahead and take out
62 locals recommend
Masseria Kitchen+Bar
67 Roberts WayGreat food but no reservations but offers call ahead and take out
Hansen's Grill
560 E Main StGood food and offers call ahead and take out
Angelina's Gourmet Italian Market
3640 E 1st StGreat deli
Cantaberry
524 E Main StNice bistro, no reservations but offers call ahead and take out
Sightseeing
Ducktown Basin Museum
212 Burra Burra StVery interesting history
Brasstown Bald Visitors Center
2941 GA-180 SpurHighest point in GA
Ocoee Whitewater Center
4400 US-64So much to do and see
Benton Falls
Beautiful Waterfall
Chilhowee Recreation Area
3171 US-64So much to do including Benton Falls
Turtletown Creek Falls Trailhead
1239 Farner RdGreat hike to see two waterfalls
Outdoor Adventures
Ocoee Ziplines
4599 US-64Fun fun fun
Amicalola Zipline & Aerial Adventure Park
418 Amicalola Falls Lodge RdFun
Rolling Thunder River Company
20 Hughes StFun fun fun
Back In The Saddles
Appalachian Trail Rides
4100 Cutcane RdNice trips
City advice
Getting around
Need a vehicle
Large rural area - need a vehicle
Book before you go
Blue Ridge Scenic Railway
Limited service. Book in advance