Official websites use .gov
A .gov
website belongs to an official government organization in the
United States.
Secure .gov websites use HTTPS
A lock
(
) or https:// means you've safely
connected to the .gov website. Share sensitive information only
on official, secure websites.
Blue Ridge Ranger District
The Blue Ridge Ranger District is the central part of the Chattahoochee National Forest. The district office is on the north side of US Highway 76, 1.5 miles west of the intersection of US 76 and US 19 in the town of Blairesville, GA.
At a Glance
| Operational Hours: | 2042 Highway 515 West Blairsville, GA 30512 District Office Hours Monday - Friday 8:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. Open 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Closed 12:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. Open Phone: 706 745-6928 |
|---|
Activities
Mountain Biking
Areas for Mountain Biking at Blue Ridge Ranger District
Campground Camping
Areas for Campground Camping at Blue Ridge Ranger District
- Cooper Creek Recreation Area
- DeSoto Falls Recreation Area
- Deep Hole Recreation Area
- Dockery Lake Recreation Area
- Frank Gross Recreation Area
- Jake and Bull Mountain Trail System
- Lake Winfield Scott Campground
- Morganton Point Campground
- Mulky Campground
- Toccoa River Sandy Bottoms Recreation Area
RV Camping
Areas for RV Camping at Blue Ridge District. Call for details on size and length of campsites.
Areas for RV Camping at Blue Ridge Ranger District
Group Camping
Areas for Group Camping at Blue Ridge Ranger District
Dispersed Camping
Cabin Rentals
Areas for Cabin Rentals at Blue Ridge Ranger District
Lake and Pond Fishing
Areas for Lake and Pond Fishing at Blue Ridge Ranger District
River and Stream Fishing
Areas for River and Stream Fishing at Blue Ridge Ranger District
Day Hiking
Areas for Day Hiking at Blue Ridge Ranger District
- Aska Trail System
- Benton MacKaye Trail in Georgia
- Boggs Creek Recreation Area
- Brasstown Bald Visitor Information Center
- Byron Herbert Reece Trail
- Cooper Creek Recreation Area
- DeSoto Falls Recreation Area
- Deep Hole Recreation Area
- Dockery Lake Recreation Area
- Duncan Ridge Trail
- Frank Gross Recreation Area
- Helton Creek Falls
- Jake and Bull Mountain Trail System
- Lake Blue Ridge Recreation Area
- Lake Chatuge Recreation Area
- Lake Winfield Scott Campground
- Morganton Point Campground
- Mulky Campground
- Sosebee Cove Scenic Area and Trail
- Springer Mountain Trailhead
- Toccoa River Sandy Bottoms Recreation Area
- Vogel State Park & B.H. Reece Homestead trail
- Woody Gap Trailhead
Backpacking
In addition to the trails listed below, the Appalachian Trail and the Benton MacKaye Trail also pass through this district.
Areas for Backpacking at Blue Ridge Ranger District
Horse Camping
Horse Riding
Areas for Horse Riding at Blue Ridge Ranger District
Viewing Scenery
Areas for Viewing Scenery at Blue Ridge Ranger District
OHV Trail Riding
Areas for OHV Trail Riding at Blue Ridge Ranger District
Interpretive Areas
Visit these areas for north Georgia's premier outdoor learning experiences.
Areas for Interpretive Areas at Blue Ridge Ranger District
Visitor Centers
Areas for Visitor Centers at Blue Ridge Ranger District
Picnicking
Areas for Picnicking at Blue Ridge Ranger District
- Boggs Creek Recreation Area
- Brasstown Bald Visitor Information Center
- DeSoto Falls Recreation Area
- Deep Hole Recreation Area
- Dockery Lake Recreation Area
- Lake Winfield Scott Campground
- Morganton Point Campground
- Woody Gap Trailhead
Group Picnicking
Areas for Group Picnicking at Blue Ridge Ranger District
Boating - Motorized
Areas for Boating - Motorized at Blue Ridge Ranger District
- Dockery Lake Recreation Area
- Lake Blue Ridge Recreation Area
- Lake Chatuge Recreation Area
- Lake Winfield Scott Campground
- Lakewood Landing Boat Launch
- Morganton Point Campground
Boating - Non-Motorized
Areas for Boating - Non-Motorized at Blue Ridge Ranger District
Swimming
Areas for Swimming at Blue Ridge Ranger District
Alerts & Warnings
- Hickey Gap Road Condition
- Dry Creek Road Maintenance
- Lake Conasauga Reservation Only
- Recreation passes available online, by phone and in-person
- Road Closures on the Chattooga River Ranger District
- Coleman River Rd (FSR #54) Closure
- CAUTION Waterfall Dangers
- CALL BEFORE YOU HAUL - ATV and OHV
- Panther Creek Trail Temporary Hiker Restrictions
- Don't Move Firewood!
OHV Trail Maps
- Interactive Visitor Map
- BeOutdoorSafe.org
Now more than ever, our favorite outdoor spaces are playing an important role in our lives. Together, we can continue to keep these safe places safe. Whether we’re out in nature or home in our backyards, remember that it’s our role to protect the lands we love.
Featured Events
- Kids Fishing Rodeo- Blue Ridge Ranger District June 3
Date(s): May 19, 2023 - Jun 11, 2023
Location
