Area Attractions

Lodge Amenities

Enjoy swimming, tennis, or golf. We have an Olympic-size pool, two tennis courts, horseshoes, and basketball. Adjacent to the lodge is Whitepath Golf Club and fishing at Whitepath Lake is a short walk away.

Recreational Activities

Ellijay and the north Georgia mountains are rich in outdoor recreational activities. Boating, fishing, canoeing, whitewater rafting, tubing, kayaking, water skiing, hunting, hiking, mountain biking, and golfing are some of the most popular activities.

Local Attractions

Apple Orchard Alley contains 11 of the county’s 19 orchards and some of the states most picturesque scenery. Ellijay, Hwy. 52 E. (635-7400)

Historic Downtown Ellijay hosts a vast array of antique and gift shops.

Gilmer Golf and Games offers challenging miniature golf for any age. It is located on a hillside overlooking the serene Blue Ridge Mountains. Ellijay (706-698-GOLF)

Hillcrest Orchard’s Petting Zoo invites children of all ages to cuddle a wide assortment of baby animals. (Seasonal) Ellijay, Hwy. 52 E. (273-3838)

Historic Downtown Blue Ridge provides a picturesque setting for a treasure trove of antique shops, the Blue Ridge Train Depot, and the downtown city park.

Blue Ridge Scenic Railway is an excursion train that runs from Blue Ridge to McCaysville along the scenic Toccoa River. Downtown Blue Ridge (1-800-934-18

Mercier Orchards is one of the largest apple orchards in the Southeast. Located on Hwy.5 in Blue Ridge. Bakery and deli also on premises. (706-632-2685)

Swan Drive In is one of three remaining drive-in theatres in Georgia. The swan offers first run movies year round. Blue Ridge (706-632-5235)

Nearby Attractions

Chestatee Wildlife Preserve and Zoo has over 100 different species of animals.
Dahlonega, GA (706-864-9411)

Alpine Village of Helen – Visit this quaint Alpine Village nestled in Helen, GA.

Tennessee Aquarium – Lots to see and do…a wonderful place for children. Chattanooga, TN

Historic Town Square is located in downtown Dahlonega and is registered as a National Historic District.

Crisson Gold Mine reopened in 1970 as a hard rock mine. Gold panning is available. Dahlonega, GA

Fort Mountain State Park contains the ruins of an ancient mountain top stronghold
built more than 1000 years ago by Native Americans. The park has facilities for swimming, picnicking, fishing, and hiking. Hwy. 52 W., Chatsworth (706-695-2621)

Amicalola Falls State Park has the highest waterfall this side of the Mississippi River. Picnicking and hiking are available. Hwy. 52 E., Dawsonville (800-864-7275)

Brasstown Bald stands tall as the highest peak in Georgia. The mountain offers spectacular views of four surrounding states. Hiking trails and picnicking are available. Blairsville, GA
(706-896-2556)

North Georgia Premium Outlet has 100 stores in one convenient location. Located on Hwy. 400 right out of Dawsonville. (706-276-3609)

Kangaroo Conservation Center has the largest kangaroo collection outside of Australia. Tours are available Spring thru Fall. Reservations required. Dawsonville (706-265-6100)

Burt’s Pumpkin Farm offers visitors a chance to experience the enchantment of harvest time and the holiday season. Open Sept.1-Dec. 30 Hwy. 52 E., Dawsonville
(706-265-3701)

Whitepath Mountain Retreat
987 Shenendoah Drive <> Ellijay, GA. 30540
Phone: 706.276.7199
website: www.whitepathlodge.com