Parks & Nature
Vogel State Park is a park located on Highway 19/129 approximately eleven miles (18 km) south of Blairsville. It is centered around Lake Trahlyta. It's a nicw walk around the lake. In the summer, there used to be swimming, but not sure if there still is. Small entrance fee, but worth a visit.
117 locals recommend
Vogel State Park
405 Vogel State Park RdVogel State Park is a park located on Highway 19/129 approximately eleven miles (18 km) south of Blairsville. It is centered around Lake Trahlyta. It's a nicw walk around the lake. In the summer, there used to be swimming, but not sure if there still is. Small entrance fee, but worth a visit.
Brasstown Bald is the highest mountain peak in Georgia. It has a park with a picnic area and a small observation tower near the peak with a movie chronicling the change of seasons and the impact of pollution on the mountain. The peak may be reached by bus or by walking from a point halfway to the top, beyond which private vehicles are not allowed.
Excellent views from the top if it's not too cloudy. It's a "short" path up to the top, but it is very steep and tiring. Consider paying the extra for the team and walk down if you'd like. At the top is a small museum and scenic views. Very nice day or half day trip.
288 locals recommend
Brasstown Bald Visitors Center
2941 GA-180 SpurBrasstown Bald is the highest mountain peak in Georgia. It has a park with a picnic area and a small observation tower near the peak with a movie chronicling the change of seasons and the impact of pollution on the mountain. The peak may be reached by bus or by walking from a point halfway to the top, beyond which private vehicles are not allowed.
Excellent views from the top if it's not too cloudy. It's a "short" path up to the top, but it is very steep and tiring. Consider paying the extra for the team and walk down if you'd like. At the top is a small museum and scenic views. Very nice day or half day trip.
Beautiful park with nice, maintained trails. There is also a river running through the park. It is very peaceful. Free entry. There's something for everyone: tennis, basketball, skating, hiking, kayaking, fishing, canoeing, and a family pool with a small for the little ones. There's also a disc golf course and a dedicated dog walking park. There are four ball fields and plenty picnic area with covered pavilions.
56 locals recommend
Meeks Park
490 Meeks Park RdBeautiful park with nice, maintained trails. There is also a river running through the park. It is very peaceful. Free entry. There's something for everyone: tennis, basketball, skating, hiking, kayaking, fishing, canoeing, and a family pool with a small for the little ones. There's also a disc golf course and a dedicated dog walking park. There are four ball fields and plenty picnic area with covered pavilions.
Nearby Lake Nottely is a TVA reservoir and a local recreational resource
45 locals recommend
Nottely Lake
Nearby Lake Nottely is a TVA reservoir and a local recreational resource
Encompassing nearly two-thirds of the county, the Chattahoochee National Forest has winding trails that lead visitors through scenic mountains, rushing rivers, and cascading waterfalls. This is where you can step back in time with nature and walk where the Cherokee Indians once lived.
40 locals recommend
Chattahoochee National Forest
Encompassing nearly two-thirds of the county, the Chattahoochee National Forest has winding trails that lead visitors through scenic mountains, rushing rivers, and cascading waterfalls. This is where you can step back in time with nature and walk where the Cherokee Indians once lived.
Shopping
Alexander's is a unique country store that has been transformed into a clothing store, furniture and appliance store, hunting/fishing store and more. It is a unique place to visit and seems to be in the middle of no where.
40 locals recommend
Alexander's Store
4482 Town Creek School RdAlexander's is a unique country store that has been transformed into a clothing store, furniture and appliance store, hunting/fishing store and more. It is a unique place to visit and seems to be in the middle of no where.
There's an assortment of country shops and I believe one restaurant. It's a cute area and worth a visit if you're heading by it anyway.
6 locals recommend
Pappy's Country Store
50 Pappy's PlazaThere's an assortment of country shops and I believe one restaurant. It's a cute area and worth a visit if you're heading by it anyway.
The Union County Farmers Market is an excellent place to visit for fresh produce, local artwork, plants, and other items for sell. On certain days it is a flea market and other days just for produce. They also have special events there with local bands and charity events.
There's quite a lot to sample and buy but unfortunately, this farmers market isn't open very much, just Saturdays starting in June and going through late Oct.
21 locals recommend
Union County Farmer's Market
290 Farmers Mkt WyThe Union County Farmers Market is an excellent place to visit for fresh produce, local artwork, plants, and other items for sell. On certain days it is a flea market and other days just for produce. They also have special events there with local bands and charity events.
There's quite a lot to sample and buy but unfortunately, this farmers market isn't open very much, just Saturdays starting in June and going through late Oct.
Entertainment & Activities
Helen, a Bavarian Alps replica town in Appalachian Georgia, is home to an Oktoberfest for the ages, overflowing with two-liter beer glasses and Germany's famous bratwursts. Helen has more than 200 specialty and import shops offering handmade gifts.
500 locals recommend
Helen
Helen, a Bavarian Alps replica town in Appalachian Georgia, is home to an Oktoberfest for the ages, overflowing with two-liter beer glasses and Germany's famous bratwursts. Helen has more than 200 specialty and import shops offering handmade gifts.
Butternut Creek Golf Course is an 18-hole mountainside public golf course located within the city limits.
38 locals recommend
Butternut Creek Golf Course
129 Union Co Rec Rd Butternut Creek Golf Course is an 18-hole mountainside public golf course located within the city limits.
Blairsville-Union County is a beautiful place any season with Georgia's highest point, Brasstown Bald, lakes, waterfalls, hiking trails and mountain vistas. Golf, shopping, and dining make this a perfect place for your Georgia mountain getaway. Stop by the Welcome Center for information and brochures.
The Chamber of Commerce and Welcome Center is located just east of the intersection of highways GA 515/76 and US 129. Turn on Fisher Street and follow up the hill to the Union County Community Center and Butternut Creek Golf Course. The Chamber is located inside the Union County Community Center next to the Comfort Inn.
66 locals recommend
Blairsville
Blairsville-Union County is a beautiful place any season with Georgia's highest point, Brasstown Bald, lakes, waterfalls, hiking trails and mountain vistas. Golf, shopping, and dining make this a perfect place for your Georgia mountain getaway. Stop by the Welcome Center for information and brochures.
The Chamber of Commerce and Welcome Center is located just east of the intersection of highways GA 515/76 and US 129. Turn on Fisher Street and follow up the hill to the Union County Community Center and Butternut Creek Golf Course. The Chamber is located inside the Union County Community Center next to the Comfort Inn.
Blairsville Cinema
38 Backyard LnBlairsville Galaxy Bowling
104 Backyard LnFood Scene
Great food with large portions. They run specials during the week and generally have brunch on the weekends. Known for their Calabash Chicken. Delicious!!
6 locals recommend
Fatz Cafe
206 GA-515Great food with large portions. They run specials during the week and generally have brunch on the weekends. Known for their Calabash Chicken. Delicious!!
Rib Country BBQ (Blairsville, GA)
21 Kousins DrGreat BBQ and down home country feel.
Essentials
Ingles is a local chain and this particular store is quite new and modern. We've left a card on the counter so you can get discounts without having to sign up.
59 locals recommend
Ingles Market
Georgia 515Ingles is a local chain and this particular store is quite new and modern. We've left a card on the counter so you can get discounts without having to sign up.
CVS
208 Hwy 515 WEverything Else
Starbucks
43B GA-515Located in the Ingles grocery store.
Arts & Culture
Beautifully restored Victorian structure that houses the Union County Historical Society Museum. The main courtroom has become a 200-seat performance space with great acoustics.
Union County Historical Courthouse
3 Town SqBeautifully restored Victorian structure that houses the Union County Historical Society Museum. The main courtroom has become a 200-seat performance space with great acoustics.