Bird Dog Lodge guidebook
Food scene
We've had all the pies in the land of Apples! This one is one of the BEST! Typically baked fresh daily and not too sweet but just right!
16 locals recommend
Penland's Apple House
41 Talona Spur RdWe've had all the pies in the land of Apples! This one is one of the BEST! Typically baked fresh daily and not too sweet but just right!
Cartecay River Brewing Co.
26 River TerraceSmokin E's BBQ
322 West Main StreetThe Roof Ellijay
16 River StEmily's Bar & Restaurant
296 River StRiver Street Tavern
40 River StThe shack of Ellijay
118 N Main St
Pink Pig
824 Cherry Log StSouthern Charm Restaurant
224 W Main StBigun's Barbeque
362 Carns Mill RdEl Rey Mexican Restaurant and Cantina
177 Highland CrossingFightingtown Tavern
511 E Main StLa Catrina Tacos&Margaritas
101 S Main StGreat tacos and authentic Mexican cuisine
Ellijay Wood Fired Pizza
2 River StThe pizza is great! They sell out fast so go early.
This is a must stop! If you love biscuits you’re going to be in heaven.
24 locals recommend
Country Corner Kitchen
2020 Old Hwy 5 SThis is a must stop! If you love biscuits you’re going to be in heaven.
Reece’s Cider Company
9110 Georgia 52Sightseeing
A great way to see the blue ridge mountains and spend time with family ! Make it a day shopping, dinning and riding the train !
381 locals recommend
Blue Ridge Scenic Railway
241 Depot StA great way to see the blue ridge mountains and spend time with family ! Make it a day shopping, dinning and riding the train !
This is an absolute gorgeous waterfall ! Access is made by over 400 steps . That means you’re going to have to walk back up . Bring water and if you’re not in decent shape it’s probably not the hike for you .
106 locals recommend
Amicalola Falls State Park
418 Amicalola Falls State Park RoadThis is an absolute gorgeous waterfall ! Access is made by over 400 steps . That means you’re going to have to walk back up . Bring water and if you’re not in decent shape it’s probably not the hike for you .
Downtown Blue Ridge is a must stop! Cute shops , Eatery’s and something for the whole family.
407 locals recommend
Blue Ridge
Downtown Blue Ridge is a must stop! Cute shops , Eatery’s and something for the whole family.
Tumbling Waters Trail
Bear Creek Trail
241 Bear Creek Camp RdPanoramic views of the Chattahoochee National Forest . Free access !
8 locals recommend
Cohutta Overlook
Georgia 52Panoramic views of the Chattahoochee National Forest . Free access !
Chattahoochee National Forest
Blackberry Mountain Clear Creek Trail Head
867 Blackberry Mountain RdConsolidated Gold Mine
185 Consolidated Gold Mine RdThis is a fun trip for the entire family.
Fishing/Hunting
An outdoorsman's paradise! Great for anyone who wants to fly fish year round on private water or hunt upland game birds in Season.
26 locals recommend
Noontootla Creek Farms
3668 Newport RdAn outdoorsman's paradise! Great for anyone who wants to fly fish year round on private water or hunt upland game birds in Season.
Rich Mountain WMA: Cartecay Tract Archery Range
This is our favorite spot to fly fish without a guide . Easy to get in and out . Easy to wet wade in summer . Great place to bring tubes as well and float !
35 locals recommend
Ron Henry Horseshoe Bend Park
1156 River RdThis is our favorite spot to fly fish without a guide . Easy to get in and out . Easy to wet wade in summer . Great place to bring tubes as well and float !
Carters Lake
Wiley Creek Duck Preserve
205 Sawyer Farm RdRecreation
Mountain bikers 4 mile blue single track and can be used in both directions.
Pinhoti 1 Trail
Bear Creek Camp RoadGuest may use our passes to access the indoor pool .
6 locals recommend
Eagle Mountain Recreation Center
126 Mango LaneGuest may use our passes to access the indoor pool .
Cartecay River
Ocoee Whitewater Center
4400 US-64Definitely where we go to white water raft !
Toccoa Valley Campground
11481 Aska RdSunburst Stables
Sunburst Adventures
251 Sunburst Lane
Appalachian Trail Rides
4100 Cutcane RdWineries
One of our favorite wineries in the area! Must try the peach sunrise wine! Great stop for your very own wine tour .
167 locals recommend
Chateau Meichtry Family Vineyard and Winery
1862 Orchard LnOne of our favorite wineries in the area! Must try the peach sunrise wine! Great stop for your very own wine tour .
Close to our cabin ! Only 15-20 min away . Perfect place to catch a sunset in winter months .
113 locals recommend
Engelheim Vineyards
120 Lakeview RdClose to our cabin ! Only 15-20 min away . Perfect place to catch a sunset in winter months .
We always stop at Mercier for their apple wine and fried pies ! Definitely stop in the tasting room . If you’re a fan of cider , this is a must stop !
420 locals recommend
Mercier Orchards
8660 Blue Ridge DrWe always stop at Mercier for their apple wine and fried pies ! Definitely stop in the tasting room . If you’re a fan of cider , this is a must stop !
Great wine and they have an amazing food truck called Sweet cheeks!
102 locals recommend
Ott Farms and Vineyard
230 Henry Evans RdGreat wine and they have an amazing food truck called Sweet cheeks!
Buckley Vineyards
708 Henry Evans RoadThe newest winery to Ellijay! Great wine and live music.