Area Activities

Popular Activities

Some popular activities in the Ellijay area include swimming, boating, fishing, canoeing, rafting, tubing, kayaking, water skiing, hunting, hiking, mountain biking, golfing, and tennis.

State recreation areas in the area of Ellijay include Carters Lake, Amicalola Falls State Park, and Fort Mountain State Park. There are two wildlife management areas, the Cohutta Wilderness and the Rich Mountain Wilderness. Ellijay also has a public golf course that welcomes residents and visitors alike. (Don't mistake this 18 hole course for Gilmore Golf & Games, listed below!)

River Right Outfitters

The owners have a put-in on Georgia's Class II-III Cartecay River. Free river access.
More Info

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.
More Info

Carters Lake

Carters Lake embraces a spectacular tract of 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.