HIKING List
Toccoa Swinging Bridge
N 34°44.350' W084°10.213'
Swinging Bridge Adventure
The Toccoa River Swinging Bridge is a popular outdoor attraction near Blue Ridge, known as the longest swinging bridge east of the Mississippi at about 270 feet long. Suspended over the scenic Toccoa River, it offers visitors a unique, slightly bouncy walk with beautiful views of the surrounding forest and rushing water below.
Long Creek Falls
N 34°44.350' W084°10.213'
Must See Waterfall
For waterfall enthusiasts exploring Blue Ridge, Long Creek Falls stands out as a must see highlight. This scenic, two-tiered waterfall drops about 50 feet in total and is accessible via a short spur trail off the Appalachian-Benton MacKaye Trail. The hike is an easy, roughly 30 minute journey, featuring a gentle uphill walk on the way in and a downhill return.
Falls Branch Falls
N 34°47.017' W084°18.166'
Easy Waterfall Hike
Another picturesque waterfall near Blue Ridge known for its double cascade and lush forest surroundings. Located along the Benton MacKaye Trail, it's reached by a short, scenic hike (about a half a mile round trip) that winds through shaded woods filled with rhododendron and mountain laurel.
Aska Trails
N 34°48.995' W084°17.989’
Hiking & Biking
The Aska Adventure Area, a favorite among locals, is a 17 mile network of hiking and mountain biking trails located on National Forest land near Deep Gap off Aska Road. Individual trails range from 1 to 5.5 miles and are open year-round.
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