Morganton Point Campground & Recreation Area

Surrounding Area Information

Discover Downtown Blue Ridge

Just a short drive away is downtown Blue Ridge. A charming mountain hub centered around the historic 1905 Blue Ridge Depot. The town offers many attractions, such as a green space and art center. There are many shopping boutiques and local eateries as well. 

Adventure within the Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forest

Morganton Point is located within the Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forest. There are a mulitple of hiking trails nearby, as well as water recreation. 

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Popular Hiking Trails Nearby

Lake Blue Ridge Loop 
Length: .9 mile loop 
Difficulty: Short but strenuous due to steep grade
Surface: Paved
Trailhead Location: Parking right off Dry Branch Road – in the day use parking area
Estimated Time: 30 minutes – 1 hour

Nearby Aska Trail System 

The Aska Trail System provides approximately 17 miles of recreational trails for bicyclists and hikers. This area is located in Fannin County off of Aska Road, and less than ten miles from downtown Blue Ridge, GA. Trails range in length from 1.0 miles to 5.1 miles and range in difficulty from easty to strenuous. The system utilizes hand-dug treadways and old logging roads

For a more detailed map and informational guide on the Aska Trail System, just follow the link here.  

Downtown Blue Ridge

Downtown Blue Ridge is a charming mountain hub in North Georgia centered around the historic 1905 Blue Ridge Depot. There are boutique shops, art galleries, and plenty of restaurants.
Main Attractions:
– Blue Ridge Scenic Railway: Take a scenic four-hour train ride along the Toccoa River starting right from the downtown depot.
– Downtown City Park: A central green space used for community gatherings, picnics, and seasonal festivals like the annual Fire & Ice Chili Cookoff.
– The Art Center: Housed in the historic 1937 Fannin County Courthouse, showcasing local and regional fine art.

Shopping & Dining:
Specialty Boutiques: Walkable East Main Street and West Main Street feature clothing shops, home decor, and craft stores like Blue Ridge Olive Oil and High Country Art.
Local Eateries: Enjoy local dining favorites including The Pasta Market, Das Kaffee House, and The Sweet Shoppe of Blue Ridge

 

Continue to Georgia’s Highest Point

Extend your North Georgia adventure with a visit to Brasstown Bald Visitor Center & Recreation Area, another FIND Outdoors destination operated in partnership with the U.S. Forest Service. Rising 4,784 feet above sea level, Brasstown Bald is the highest point in Georgia and offers sweeping, 360-degree views across the Southern Appalachian Mountains.