Local Activities Near Carters Lake Marina and Resort
Nestled between Cities of Ellijay, Jasper, Chatsworth, Calhoun and Cartersville, Carters Lake Marina and Resort guests can visit nearby attractions.
Activities
Hiking
Carters Lake Hiking Trail
Plan a day to explore the easy to moderate hiking trails around the lake. Great views of the lake, Blue Ridge Mountains in the distance, the wildlife, the lush flora and fauna.
Hidden Pond Songbird Trail (easy) – Located at the Carters Lake South Regulation Park, this is a mile loop.
Restaurants
River Street Tavern ? One of Ellijay?s finest, they offer live music on weekends, with local brews and burgers on the menu. Travel time 29 min (19.6 mi). 40 River St. Ellijay, GA 30540 https:www.riverstreettaveren.com or https://www.carterslake.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/4127/2023/04/Screenshot-2023-04-03-at-11.19.58.png (706) 635-6166
Pink Pig BBQ – Well-known pit-cooked BBQ and other menu items, local and tourist go away satisfied. Travel time37 min (28.7mi)
Wineries & Vineyards
Engelheim Vineyards ? A German themed winery and vineyard that offers wine tasting, vineyard & winery tours and much more. Travel time 17 min (11.5mi). 127 Lakeview Rd, Ellijay, GA 30540 https://www.carterslake.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/4127/2023/04/Screenshot-2023-04-03-at-11.21.43.png
Festivals
North Georgia has an array of festivals, throughout the year, for all to enjoying. Whether you enjoy food, music, nature or arts and crafts, there is a event for you. Please check the local websites of the County Chamber of Commerce for any changes, cancelations or rescheduling of events.
Georgia Apple Blossom Festival May 6th & 7th
Downtown East Ellijay- Food, Arts and Crafts with many more activities. 164 Craig Street, East Ellijay, GA30540 https://www.gilmerchamber.com Gilmer Chamber of Commerce (706) 635-7400 Est. travel time 28 min (19.3 mi) via GA-382 E
Georgia Apple Festival October 14th & 15th and October 21st & 22nd 2023 9:00 Am – 5:00 PM
Ellijay, GA – Regional and Local music, Food, Arts and crafts. 1729 S. Main Street, Ellijay, GA 30540 https://www.georgiaapplefestival.org Gilmer Chamber of Commerce (706)635-7400 Est. travel time 25 min (17.7 mi) via GA-382 E
BBQ Boogie & Blues 2023 April 28 – 29, 2023
Downtown Calhoun – Live music, BBQ, art and crafts and many other family activities for everyone to enjoy. GA. 109 King St. Calhoun, GA 30701 https://bbqboogieblues.com Gordon County Chamber of Commerce (706)625-3200 Est. travel time 31 min (24.0 mi) via GA-136 W and GA-225 S
Marble Festival Oct. 07 – 08, 2023
Jasper GA –Parade, Road Race, Quarry Tours, Food, Music and much more fun for the family. 500 Stegall Dr, Jasper, GA 3014 https://www.pickenschamber.com Pickens County Chamber of Commerce (706) 692-5600 Est. travel time 27 min (20.7 mi) via GA-136 E and GA-5/GA-515 W
Prater’s Mill County Fair Sat, Oct 14 – Sun, Oct 15, 2023
Dalton GA-Featuring local Craftsmen, Artist, Food and Music. Prater’s Mill Historical Site 5845 GA-2, https://pratersmill.org Whitfield County Chamber of Commerce (706)278-7373 Est. travel time 44 min (33.4 mi) via US-411 N