ATTRACTIONS

Amusements

Brasstown Bald
4811 Teague Road • Blairsville, GA 30512
706-896-2556
Georgia's highest mountain, visitors to this mountain can enjoy spectacular 360 degree views at an elevation point of 4,784 feet above sea level. A visitor's center is located at the top of the mountain that includes a gift shop and bookstore and a picnic area with 15 picnic tables, as well as an observation deck, are also on site. map
Misty Mountain Model Railroad
4381 Misty Mountain Lane on Town Creek Road • Blairsville, GA 30512
706-745-9819
America's largest O-gauge train display, this 3,400 square foot layout features 14 O-gauge Lionel trains traveling on a mile of track over 12 bridges and four trestles and through 15 tunnels. Approximately 300 pieces from Department 56 are sprinkled throughout the display that represent North Georgia and Atlanta. The display is open May through December and a one hour tour begins promptly at 2:00 p.m. every Wednesday, Friday, and Saturday. map
Russel-Brasstown Scenic Byway
Located on GA Highways 17/75, 180, 348 & 75 ALT
706-745-6928
This 38 mile loop provides spectacular views of the mountains and flatter piedmont to the south with several scenic overlooks.
Southern Tree Plantation
2531 Owltown Road • Blairsville, GA 30512
706-745-0601
A 60 acre Christmas tree farm that offers over 25,000 Christmas trees of eight different varieties and over 5,000 pumpkins each year, as well as many family activities such as hayrides and a petting farm. map

Trackrock Archaeological Area
Located on Trackrock Gap Road
706-745-6928
This 52 acre area contains preserved petroglyphs of ancient Indian origin with carvings resembling animal and bird tracks, crosses, circles, and human footprints. A historical marker locates the area.

Union County Historical Society Museum
P.O. Box 35 • Blairsville, GA 30512
Located at Old Union County Courthouse
706-745-5493
A museum of county history, this museum displays exhibits which represent Union County from its founding in 1832 to today. Items from churches, homesteads, schools, and doctor's offices are on display, as well as military memorabilia.

Sosebee Cove Scenic Area
Located on Highway 180
706-745-6929
A beautiful 175 acre high-elevation north facing cove with unique flora and fauna that stands as a memorial to Arthur Woody who served as Ranger from 1918 to 1945 and features impressive boulder fields with a profusion of spring wildflowers, mosses, and ferns, as well as a loop trail through the cove that makes for a rewarding trip.