Ellijay

Located between the Ellijay and Cartecay Rivers in Gilmer County, Ellijay is known for its annual apple festival, premiere golf courses, and breathtaking landscape. Enjoy 2 weekends of the Georgia Apple Festival, complete with more than 300 food, art, and crafts vendors! The festival attracts visitors from across the state and beyond.  You won’t want to miss out on this quintessential Ellijay experience!  Being located just an hour away from Atlanta, the residents and visitors can enjoy a slower pace of life without forgoing the benefits of living near a major city.  Hot Spots to enjoy while visiting would include: wine tasting at Cartecay Vineyards, touring R&A Orchards while trying out some of their homemade can goods and golfing at Whitepath Golf Club