Title: Visit Ellijay: Best of Ellijay Tourism | Expedia Travel Guide - Expedia.ca

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# Ellijay

## Travel Guide

![Old Gilmer County Courthouse](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/55695/f45827a6-cf5d-4bfd-bcd5-0edc0508b313.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

![Pink Cosmos, Ellijay, Georgia, Blue Ridge Mountains, wildflowers, plants, ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/55695/ceb64529-b959-41cd-b4af-7f6be3372d9e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

![Barn in field with a touch of fall near Ellijay Georgia.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/55695/3f649949-d75e-408c-9d16-0ee456f7d5c8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

![Boy Scout MTB Trail](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/55695/18c42cd6-ef7a-47a5-ba2c-d45aecb76d97.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

![Fix-ur-upper. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/55695/c6ebee63-dbcb-4881-8a1e-bc3b2064972a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

## Visit Ellijay

Where to stay

Things to do

### Where to stay in Ellijay

![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)

### Rivers Edge

 Rivers Edge might not have many top sights, but Cartecay River and Chateau Meichtry are two attractions nearby that you can check out. 

[](https://expedia.ca/Ellijay-Rivers-Edge.dx553248635976482108)

![morning sunrise ove blue ridge parkway mountains](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976472200/4c4eece9-6648-44a5-be16-840d58328737.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)

### Walnut Mountain

 While Walnut Mountain isn't home to many top sights, Cartecay River and Ellijay Marketplace are some notable places to visit nearby. 

[](https://expedia.ca/Ellijay-Walnut-Mountain.dx553248635976472200)

![A view of the southern Appalachian mountains in peak fall foliage framed by fall trees. Photographed from the top of the falls at Amicalola Falls State Park in north Georgia.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976482287/ec6aee4e-3211-4bb4-882e-19d01c06ba8d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)

### Owl Town Retreat

 While Owl Town Retreat isn't home to many top sights, Cartecay River and Ellijay Marketplace are some notable places to visit nearby. 

[](https://expedia.ca/Ellijay-Owl-Town-Retreat.dx553248635976482287)

![Boy Scout MTB Trail](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/55695/18c42cd6-ef7a-47a5-ba2c-d45aecb76d97.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)

### Downtown Ellijay

 If you're spending some time in Downtown Ellijay, Chattahoochee National Forest and Tabor House & Civil War Museum are top sights worth seeing. 

[](https://expedia.ca/Ellijay-Downtown-Ellijay.dx976245802511269888)

![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)

### Eagle Mountain

 Though Eagle Mountain might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Carters Lake and Engelheim Vineyards. 

[](https://expedia.ca/Ellijay-Eagle-Mountain.dx553248635976479559)

- Ellijay Hotel Deals
- Vacation Rentals in Ellijay

![Springhill Suites By Marriott Ellijay](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102520000/102514300/102514293/0d40f7fc_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150)

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Springhill Suites By Marriott Ellijay

50 Cinema Drive Ellijay GA

CA $159

CA $185 total

Apr 5 - Apr 6

includes taxes & fees

Stay at this hotel in Ellijay. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Talona Lake and Gilmer County Fairgrounds are located ...

9/10 Wonderful! (90 reviews)

Overall, the hotel was fine. My only real complaint was the breakfast offered to guests in the morning. It was terrible. Barely warm and just not good. Both mornings we would have liked to have eaten at the hotel since that was included in our cost to stay but ended up eating breakfast at a nearby ...

Reviewed on Mar 19, 2026

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![Comfort Inn & Suites East Ellijay](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15440000/15431800/15431731/c83ee599_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150)

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Comfort Inn & Suites East Ellijay

234 Highland Pkwy Ellijay GA

CA $142

CA $166 total

Mar 26 - Mar 27

includes taxes & fees

Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Ellijay. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...

9/10 Wonderful! (789 reviews)

Nice and clean room. Very nice and respectful workers, especially the young lady at breakfast. Food is typical hotel breakfast but we were pleased, didn't expect any more than what we paid for. Thanks, we'll be back.

Reviewed on Mar 20, 2026

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![Best Western Mountain View Inn](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/970000/966500/966433/ed7820de_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150)

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Best Western Mountain View Inn

94 Mountain View Drive Ellijay GA

Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay

CA $115

CA $135 total

Mar 29 - Mar 30

includes taxes & fees

Stay at this hotel in Ellijay. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. Popular ...

9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)

yes it was great

Reviewed on Mar 23, 2026

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The Villas at Coosawattee River Resort

634 Beaver Lake Dr Ellijay GA

Book a stay at this family-friendly villa in Ellijay. Enjoy free parking, an outdoor pool, and a fitness center. Popular attractions Talona Lake and Riverside ...

8.8/10 Excellent! (337 reviews)

The cabins were awesome, Great get away for a great price!!

Reviewed on Mar 20, 2026

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![Cozy Cabin: 4 Acres + Nat'l Forest + Creek](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113140000/113130300/113130214/c3b99d3a_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150)

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Cozy Cabin: 4 Acres + Nat'l Forest + Creek

 Ellijay GA

Stay at this cabin in Ellijay. Enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, and patios. Popular attractions Springer Mountain and Appalachian Trail Southern Terminus ...

[](https://expedia.ca/Ellijay-Hotels-Sunshine-Summit-4-AcresCreekTrails.h113130214.Hotel-Information)

![Luxury Riverfront Cabin - Pet Friendly](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/76000000/75810000/75807400/75807376/54cb3101_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150)

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Luxury Riverfront Cabin - Pet Friendly

 Ellijay GA

Book a stay at this family-friendly cabin in Ellijay. Enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, and a pool table. Popular attractions Pig Hill of Fame and Ellijay ...

9.4/10 Exceptional! (46 reviews)

Very nice property. Game room was a plus along with the backyard facilities. Cabin was very clean and comfortable.

Reviewed on Dec 27, 2025

[](https://expedia.ca/Ellijay-Hotels-Luxury-Riverfront-Cabin-Close-To-Blue-Ridge.h75807376.Hotel-Information)

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### Popular places to visit

#### Cartecay River

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Cartecay River during your travels in Ellijay. Stroll along the riverfront or discover the area's mountain views. 

[](https://expedia.ca/Cartecay-River-Ellijay.d945994275649486848.Vacation-Attraction)

#### Gilmer County Fairgrounds

Enjoy an outing to Gilmer County Fairgrounds during your stay in Ellijay. Discover the mountain views in this relaxing area. 

[](https://expedia.ca/Gilmer-County-Fairgrounds-Ellijay.d553248621560505657.Vacation-Attraction)

#### Ellijay Marketplace

Take the family on an outing to Ellijay Marketplace during your trip to Ellijay. Discover the mountain views in this relaxing area. 

[](https://expedia.ca/Ellijay-Marketplace-Ellijay.d553248621532655473.Vacation-Attraction)

#### Cartecay Vineyards

You can enjoy a tasting or tour at Cartecay Vineyards during your travels to Ellijay. Discover the mountain views in this family-friendly area, or seek out the hiking trails. 

[](https://expedia.ca/Cartecay-Vineyards-Ellijay.d553248621532655469.Vacation-Attraction)

#### Appalachian Trail Southern Terminus

You can take time to visit Appalachian Trail Southern Terminus during your travels to Ellijay. Stroll along the riverfront or discover the area's mountain views. 

[](https://expedia.ca/Appalachian-Trail-Southern-Terminus-Ellijay.d871342599552794624.Vacation-Attraction)

#### Ellijay River Vineyards

You can enjoy a tasting or tour at Ellijay River Vineyards during your travels to Whitepath. 

[](https://expedia.ca/Ellijay-River-Vineyards-Ellijay.d873861498492133376.Vacation-Attraction)

### Things to do

![Wine Tastings in North Georgia Mountains and Outlet Shopping](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/44558425/5bf5a29b-5da2-49fe-bb8c-884ecd2b93d7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Half-Day Wine Tastings in the North Georgia Mountains

CA $157

per adult

**74%** of travellers recommend

[](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/half-day-wine-tastings-in-the-north-georgia-mountains.a44558425.activity-details)

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## Cities near Ellijay

![A Scenic View of Emery Creek, near Chatsworth, Georgia.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6502/a46b51ce-a200-441a-8269-366f9768174e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium)

### Chatsworth

![Dahlonega](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/7760/2b14b807-78fe-458e-90b3-fd253b80b9ea.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium)

### Dahlonega

![Beautiful Mountain View](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/95441/40f6aa0a-71bc-4e73-acef-b691f9b88025.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium)

### Dawsonville

- Cities near Ellijay
- Places of interest

[Chatsworth](https://expedia.ca/Chatsworth.dx6502)[Dahlonega](https://expedia.ca/Dahlonega.dx7760)[Dawsonville](https://expedia.ca/Dawsonville.dx95441)[Whitepath](https://expedia.ca/Whitepath.dx976246301467766784)

- [Gilmer County Fairgrounds ](https://expedia.ca/Gilmer-County-Fairgrounds-Ellijay.d553248621560505657.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Pig Hill of Fame ](https://expedia.ca/Pig-Hill-Of-Fame-Ellijay.d553248621532655472.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Chattahoochee National Forest ](https://expedia.ca/Chattahoochee-National-Forest-Georgia.d6341408.Vacation-Attraction)

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