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Step off the square and into a piece of Ellijay's story at Cartecay Wine and Craft! 🍇🏙️✨ Housed in a historic brick building from the late 1920s, Cartceay Wine and Craft holds onto the timeless charm and authenticity Ellijay has to offer. The original sandwich menu is painted on the wall, and the brick-lined interior adds a timeless warmth that instantly feels like home. As the extended tasting room of Cartecay Vineyards—Ellijay's very first winery—Cartecay Wine & Craft pours the heart of Nort

Step off the square and into a piece of Ellijay's story at Cartecay Wine and Craft! 🍇🏙️✨ Housed in a historic brick building from the late 1920s, Cartceay Wine and Craft holds onto the timeless charm and authenticity Ellijay has to offer. The original sandwich menu is painted on the wall, and the brick-lined interior adds a timeless warmth that instantly feels like home. As the extended tasting room of Cartecay Vineyards—Ellijay's very first winery—Cartecay Wine & Craft pours the heart of Nort

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The hills of the Cartecay are waking up for the season, and so are Aaron Family Orchards! 🚜✨ This generational farm has been part of Ellijay’s story for decades, and they’re officially open for the 2025 season. Their farm store is stocked with the best flavors of the season: fresh-picked squash, zucchini, sweet corn, crisp apples, and strawberries so sweet they taste like summer.🍓 Inside the farm store, you’ll find shelves filled with homemade jams, jellies, and canned soups, all made with car

The hills of the Cartecay are waking up for the season, and so are Aaron Family Orchards! 🚜✨ This generational farm has been part of Ellijay’s story for decades, and they’re officially open for the 2025 season. Their farm store is stocked with the best flavors of the season: fresh-picked squash, zucchini, sweet corn, crisp apples, and strawberries so sweet they taste like summer.🍓 Inside the farm store, you’ll find shelves filled with homemade jams, jellies, and canned soups, all made with car

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Today was a fairytale in Ellijay, Georgia! 💛✨ In the heart of the North Georgia Mountains, there’s a place where magic isn’t just a story, but a feeling that lives in the air, the trees, and the quiet moments between golden hours. Ellijay feels like it’s pulled from the pages of a fairytale, where every winding river and towering mountain peak leads you deeper into an enchanted world that makes you fall in love with Ellijay. 🏞️ To celebrate this enchanting place, our newly released 2025 Valent

Today was a fairytale in Ellijay, Georgia! 💛✨ In the heart of the North Georgia Mountains, there’s a place where magic isn’t just a story, but a feeling that lives in the air, the trees, and the quiet moments between golden hours. Ellijay feels like it’s pulled from the pages of a fairytale, where every winding river and towering mountain peak leads you deeper into an enchanted world that makes you fall in love with Ellijay. 🏞️ To celebrate this enchanting place, our newly released 2025 Valent

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Over the river and through the woods to Ellijay, Georgia, we go! 🌿✨ As the mountains trade their winter coats for wildflowers and warm breezes, Ellijay comes to life in the spring. Whether you're wandering through local farm stores, exploring scenic trails, or soaking in the charm of downtown, there’s no better time to visit. 🌼 Experience the beauty of Ellijay’s spring farm scene. Stop by family-owned farm stores brimming with homemade jams, fresh honey, and seasonal produce. Pick up locally g

Over the river and through the woods to Ellijay, Georgia, we go! 🌿✨ As the mountains trade their winter coats for wildflowers and warm breezes, Ellijay comes to life in the spring. Whether you're wandering through local farm stores, exploring scenic trails, or soaking in the charm of downtown, there’s no better time to visit. 🌼 Experience the beauty of Ellijay’s spring farm scene. Stop by family-owned farm stores brimming with homemade jams, fresh honey, and seasonal produce. Pick up locally g

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Entering the town of Ellijay, Georgia. 90 minutes north of Atlanta and 90 minutes south of Chattanooga. 🌄 Much like the fictional town of Twin Peaks, Ellijay weaves small-town charm with a touch of the uncanny. Here, quirky coffee shops, whispering woods, and diner-worthy cherry pie come together to celebrate the wonderfully weird side of mountain life. 🛸 🌲 “The owls in Ellijay are not what they seem”- Ellijay’s rolling foothills meet the bright blue sky, while its dense woods are alive with

Entering the town of Ellijay, Georgia. 90 minutes north of Atlanta and 90 minutes south of Chattanooga. 🌄 Much like the fictional town of Twin Peaks, Ellijay weaves small-town charm with a touch of the uncanny. Here, quirky coffee shops, whispering woods, and diner-worthy cherry pie come together to celebrate the wonderfully weird side of mountain life. 🛸 🌲 “The owls in Ellijay are not what they seem”- Ellijay’s rolling foothills meet the bright blue sky, while its dense woods are alive with

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Did you hear that? No, you didn't.🌲🛸✨ For generations, the forests of Ellijay have carried stories of creatures that slip between legend and reality. Tales of glowing eyes in the trees, strange cries in the night, and figures too tall to be human.👣 In our new docu-series, partnered with Sozo Bear Films, we uncover these tales through chilling local accounts and firsthand investigations. Episode 1: Tracking Bigfoot in Ellijay, Georgia From eerie howls to unexplained encounters deep in the Appa

Did you hear that? No, you didn't.🌲🛸✨ For generations, the forests of Ellijay have carried stories of creatures that slip between legend and reality. Tales of glowing eyes in the trees, strange cries in the night, and figures too tall to be human.👣 In our new docu-series, partnered with Sozo Bear Films, we uncover these tales through chilling local accounts and firsthand investigations. Episode 1: Tracking Bigfoot in Ellijay, Georgia From eerie howls to unexplained encounters deep in the Appa

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The history of East Ellijay, Georgia

The history of East Ellijay, Georgia

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5 Mind-Blowing Secrets of Ellijay Georgia That Nobody Talks About

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Looking for the perfect excuse to escape to Ellijay in 2025? 🧳✨ The North Georgia Mountains are calling, especially with Ellijay’s most anticipated events right around the corner. From lively markets to music-filled nights and festive traditions, each event celebrates the charm and magic of this small-town getaway. 🌄 Georgia Mountain Trail Fest Love the outdoors? This festival is for you! Connect with the trails community, enjoy food trucks, trail vendors, and talks, and sip hard cider from Re

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Step into the German world of Likör—right here in the North Georgia Mountains! ⛰️🐻✨ House of Applejay in Ellijay, GA, is more than a distillery; it's a deep-rooted celebration of historic craftsmanship, mountain-grown ingredients, and centuries-old tradition. This German-owned spot specializes in handcrafted Likör and spirits made the old-world way, using fresh fruits, herbs, and pure Southern Appalachian spring water. 🥃 Likör isn’t just flavored liquor—it’s a tradition: Unlike modern spirits

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There’s just something about the “-ber” months that makes Ellijay, GA, come alive. From apples to twinkle lights, each month brings its own kind of magic in the North Georgia Mountains!🍏⛰️✨ Whether you’re here for fall festivals, cozy cabin getaways, or holiday lights, Ellijay is the place to soak up the best of the season. 🍎 September- September is when fall first peeks through the mountains. From apple picking to grape harvests at Ellijay vineyards, it's the official start of Fall in North G

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Stick Season in Ellijay, GA, isn’t boring when you have a vast wilderness to explore!🥾❄️ Bear Creek Trail, located in the Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forest, is the perfect cooler-weather hike. This 1.8-mile trail winds through mossy paths, babbling creeks, towering North Georgia trees, and leads you to the Gennett Poplar, Georgia’s second-tallest tree. Being over 100 feet tall and having a circumference of 18 feet, it’s the perfect spot to wrap your arms around a piece of history and capture

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Hunting Ghosts In Ellijay, Georgia (A Paranormal Documentary Series)

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It's the most wonderful time of the year in Ellijay, GA!🎄✨ It's finally December in Ellijay, which means Holiday events and gatherings are happening all month long. From the magical walking light display of Holiday Lights of Ellijay to Holidays in Ellijay Wine Country to historical Christmas and crafts at the Tabor House Museum, it's beginning to look a lot like the Holidays in the Ellijays!❄️🏔️✨ Start planning your perfect Holiday getaway and explore all of Ellijay's December Events. Click th

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Spooky Season in Ellijay means it’s time to hunt for our Ellijay's and Southern Appalachian cryptids! 👻👣🍂 From Bigfoot creeping through the woods at night to glowing red eyes watching from the shadows, Ellijay, Georgia, is home to some hauntingly weird legends that’ll send a chill down your spine. 👣 Bigfoot – Standing over 7 feet tall and covered in dark fur, Bigfoot roams Ellijay’s deep forests. Locals report hearing heavy footsteps, eerie howls, and strange knocks on trees echoing through

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Ellijay is back to its origins, a sleepy mountain town where locals enjoy the downtown restaurants, waits are short, the coffee is hot and fresh, and the vibe is ‘get away and relax.’ —— There is so much to be said for visiting tourist towns in the off-season. No the apples aren’t hanging from trees, but there sure are fresh apple pies at the houses. The wineries still host live local musicians, the restaurants offer the same amazing meals in half the time, and traffic is not an issue…except for

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There’s just something about fall in Ellijay that makes every meal feel a little warmer and cozier!🥣🍂✨ After a day spent wandering orchards or taking in the North Georgia Mountain Views, nothing hits the spot quite like a comforting meal shared in a small-town restaurant. 🍜 If you're craving something warm and comforting, start with Ellijay's simple but flavorful soups and sandwiches. You'll find everything from award-winning chicken and wild rice soups, paired with a classic chicken salad sa

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This year, celebrate the magic of the holiday season in a small town with Merry Mountain Town in Ellijay, GA! 🏔️🎄✨ Downtown Ellijay will come alive with twinkling lights, joyful music, festive shops, and plenty of small-town charm on every corner. Plan your next mountain getaway and discover why North Georgia is the perfect place to slow down and create special memories. ❄️ Merry Mountain Town Festival- Join us on Friday, November 28th, as Downtown Ellijay transforms into a festive wonderland.

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Summer is slowly returning to Ellijay, and there's no better place to soak in every long, golden day than right here in the North Georgia Mountains! Whether you're here to hit the trails, unwind by the water, or just need a slow, sweet escape, Ellijay is the kind of small town that feels like summer was made for it. 🏞️ Spend the morning wandering Ellijay's mountain trails, where the air smells like pine and everything feels a little bigger and brighter. Hike to waterfalls at Tumbling Waters Tra

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The 4th of July in Ellijay is just around the corner, and this is your sign to start making plans! 🇺🇸❤️✨ Think fireworks crackling over the mountains, a charming small-town parade winding through Downtown Ellijay, and long summer days that end in laughter, music, and golden light. There’s nothing like a small-town summer—especially on the 4th of July in Ellijay, GA: 🎇 Fireworks lighting up the sky above the North Georgia Mountains. 🚒 A parade rolling through Downtown Ellijay with highly deco

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Not every door is what it seems, especially in Downtown Ellijay, Georgia! 🌃✨ Step into the past with a date to The Door, a secret speakeasy that brings the fun and thrill of the Roaring 20s back to the 2020s. Behind its unassuming entrance lies a secret speakeasy filled with chandeliers, leather furnishings, and shelves lined with premium spirits, wines, and locally crafted beers. 🍸 The Tommy Gun steals the spotlight, hickory-smoked with Bulleit Bourbon and Tia Maria. The Bee Kness Margarita a

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Summer in Ellijay means leaving the noise behind and stepping into the storybook beauty of the North Georgia Mountains! ⛰️✨ Wander across sky-high bridges suspended above roaring rapids, bike winding trails through the heart of the Appalachians, or take a slow, scenic walk along cliffs with panoramic views.🥾 Chase waterfalls tucked deep within wild forests, discover hidden trails that twist through untouched woodlands and breathe in the fresh mountain air that makes everything feel possible. 🏞

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Spring in Ellijay means blooming flowers, buzzing bees, and trips to local farm stores! 🚜🌼✨ For an authentic spring trip to Ellijay, there's no better way to connect with nature than by getting a hands-on experience at these local farm stores: 🐑 Cress Creeks Farm – Fall in love with the rolling hills and scenic views of this 15-acre sheep farm. Explore the farm, where you can pet and feed various breeds like Dorper, Katadhin, St. Croix, and crossbreeds, Tuesday through Saturday. Be sure to st

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Ready for a big adventure? Join your new favorite travel vlogger, The Offbeat Traveler, as he searches for Bigfoot in Ellijay, Georgia! On this visual journey, you’ll encounter some of the most iconic spots in Ellijay, Georgia while searching for everyone’s favorite cryptid. When you’re ready for an offbeat adventure of your own, visit https://www.gilmerchamber.com/offbeat/ for travel ideas, history & mystery facts about Ellijay, and even a playlist made just for you! | Pick Ellijay

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Whether you're visiting with family or friends, a trip to Penland's Orchards and Farm Market feels like stepping into a piece of Ellijay's apple-rich history! 🍎🍂 In the mid-1800s, Samuel Huey Penland arrived by covered wagon from North Carolina, bringing apple trees to plant in the North Georgia soil. Years later, his grandson, Thomas Lewis Penland, returned from World War II and expanded the farm from a few trees to more than 100 acres. Today, Thomas’s sons, John and Lee Penland, carry on the

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Spring Break is the perfect time to unwind, explore, and make unforgettable memories in the Ellijays!🌞✨ Whether you're an outdoor enthusiast, a foodie, or just looking for a laid-back escape, Ellijay has something for everyone to make their Spring Break more memorable. 🥾 Spring is the best time to experience the beauty of the North Georgia Mountains. Take a break from the real world and explore Ellijay's hidden outdoor world. Just 5 miles from Downtown Ellijay, Bear Creek Trail is a 1.8-mile p

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Summer has fully bloomed at Cartecay Vineyards, where sunlit vines stretch across the hills, and every glass captures the spirit of the season!🍇🌞✨ Established in 2007 as Ellijay's very first winery, Cartecay Vineyards sits on a former 1890s farmstead, now transformed into a peaceful retreat in the North Georgia foothills. The heart of it all is the rustic barn tasting room—a cozy, welcoming space with original wood beams and a sense of history that lingers in every detail. Just upstairs, you'l

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Spring in Ellijay is pure magic, and what better way to welcome the season than by experiencing the very start of apple season in the Apple Capital of Georgia? 🌸✨ This Saturday, April 5th, from 9 AM to 4 PM, hop on R & A Orchards’ Annual Apple Blossom Tractor Tour and ride through acres of apple trees bursting into bloom. These delicate blossoms mark the beginning of the apple-growing season, transforming the orchard into a sea of soft pinks and whites, all set against the stunning backdrop of

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Explore Ellijay: Your Ideal Spring Break Destination

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Ellijay Roots: Shaping Our Community's Story

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