Rivers Edge Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Rivers Edge
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.
Ellijay Marketplace
Take the family on an outing to Ellijay Marketplace during your trip to Ellijay. Discover the mountain views in this relaxing area.
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.
Gilmer County Fairgrounds
Enjoy an outing to Gilmer County Fairgrounds during your stay in Ellijay. Discover the mountain views in this relaxing area.
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.
Tabor House & Civil War Museum
You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Tabor House & Civil War Museum during your trip to Ellijay. Discover the mountain views in this relaxing area.
Activities

Half-Day Wine Tastings in the North Georgia Mountains
Our pick of the best Rivers Edge Hotel Deals

Hampton Inn Blue Ridge
Breakfast was good. Nice variety.
Reviewed on 19 Apr 2026

Forrest Hills Mountain Resort
Restaurant being on the property was nice. Food was good. Staff was was super friendly. Very nice and peaceful place to stay.
Reviewed on 20 Apr 2026

Amicalola Falls State Park & Lodge
Attractive property, excellent view, roomy and comfortable public spaces. The hallways could use fresh paint and new carpet. We a good meal at the restaurant buffet.
Reviewed on 20 Apr 2026

Reid Ridge Lodge
It was okay
Reviewed on 20 Apr 2026

Camp VIbes: Private Creek, 4 Acres, Nat'l Forest
This is an unexpected magical gem of a cabin. The creek, the firepit area, the porch fireplace, the cute touches inside - what a lovely place! It's a no-frills kind of place, but it has everything you need to feel cozy and at home in the woods.
Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026

Comfort Inn & Suites Blue Ridge
We enjoyed our stay there. The location was great, with a beautiful view of the mountains. Staff was friendly. Just a short distance from downtown hustle & bustle. Made you feel secluded. Would recommend staying there
Reviewed on 20 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Rivers Edge

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.

Walnut Mountain
Though Walnut Mountain may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Cartecay River and Ellijay Marketplace.

Downtown Ellijay
While visiting Downtown Ellijay, you might make a stop by sights like Chattahoochee National Forest and Tabor House & Civil War Museum.

Eagle Mountain
While Eagle Mountain isn't home to many top sights, Carters Lake and Engelheim Vineyards are some notable places to visit nearby.
