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Ellijay, GA Area Guide

Gilmer County’s beautiful towns and cities offer just about every amenity imaginable, historic charm, a strong sense of community and endless opportunities for entertainment, economic success and personal serenity.  Gilmer County offers a profound sense of “Home” and is made up of a friendly and welcoming community.  To learn more about Gilmer County and Ellijay, Georgia, please click here: http://www.gilmerchamber.com/agreatplacetolive.htm.

History

The year was 1832 and it was a cold, brisk December 3rd. A portion of Cherokee County had just been divided to form a new county; this new county, Gilmer. 24 years later, in 1856 a portion of Union County was added to form the now 427 square miles that make up beautiful Gilmer County Georgia.

Two years after Gilmer County was formed, Ellijay became the county seat for government. Ellijay lies where two rivers, the Ellijay and the Cartecay, come together to form the Coosawattee river. It is at this point that the Coosawatte River begins its run to Carters Lake, which is home to the largest rock dam east of the Mississippi River. The 3200 acre lake is open to many recreational opportunities.

Named for George R. Gilmer, former U.S. House representative and governor of Georgia, our county is bordered by Pickens to the south, Fannin to the north, Dawson and Fannin to the east, and Gordon and Murray counties to the west. The 2004 Georgia census puts Gilmer County’s population at over 26,000 though for most of us, we know that now, in 2006, that number is much higher.

Nearly half of Gilmer County’s territory is located within the boundaries of the Chattahoochee National Forrest. The beginning (or end, depending on where you start) of the Appalachian Trail (AT) is located right here in Gilmer County high atop Springer Mountain. Gilmer County is also home to Rich Mountain, the fourth tallest peak in the state at 4,081ft.
(The above information has been directly sourced from http://www.ellijaygeorgia.com/history.html.)

Ellijay Parks & Recreations

The array of outdoor activities in Gilmer County is impressive to say the least. With some of the finest fishing, most breathtaking waterfalls, 11 mountain trails for hiking, 59 trails for biking and 15 for horseback riding, whitewater rapids and so much more, Gilmer County is a nature lover’s paradise. Within a short distance of Ellijay are the State recreation areas of Carters Lake (12 miles), Amicalola Falls State Park (20 miles), and Fort Mountain State Park (20 miles). Two extraordinary wildlife management areas, the Cohutta Wilderness and the Rich Mountain Wilderness, as well as National Forest recreation areas provide delight for outdoor enthusiasts. For those who love the challenge of “the links”, a public golf course welcomes residents and visitors.

(The above information was directly sourced from: http://www.gilmerchamber.com/recreation.htm#recreation.  To learn more about the Ellijay Parks and Recreations, please click on the link provided.)

Gilmer County Recreation Department
(The following information was directly sourced from: http://gilmerrec.tripod.com/.)

We seek to improve the life of every child in our community. The Gilmer County Parks and Recreation Department will offer a positive and safe sports environment throughout our facilities as well as all our programs. Our programs will be designed to foster the development of the spirit, mind, and body of our youth participants.

Ellijay Events and Attractions

Georgia Apple Festival
(The following information on the Georgia Apple Festival was directly sourced from: http://www.georgiaapplefestival.org/.  Please visit the event site for more information.)

The Ellijay Lions Club, the Gilmer County Chamber of Commerce, and the cities of Ellijay and East Ellijay invite everyone to come and enjoy the annual Georgia Apple Festival. There are over 300 vendors with handmade, hand-crafted items, as well as many on-site demonstrations of how selected types of crafts are made. This year promises many new crafts as well as favorites from past festivals. There is a parade and antique car show each year. The antique car show is held at the Civic Center. The parade is on the second Saturday.

Click here for the Ellijay event calendar
http://www.downtownellijay.org/events.html