UNION COUNTY
Local Resource Center
Thank you for visiting my local resource center about Union County, Georgia, area information, restaurants, catering, attractions, horseback riding and more. This directory of local resources will assist you in gathering valuable information as you plan your move here or just an upcoming vacation.|
Statistical Information Area Information Cabin Rental Local Restaurants & Private Catering Area Attractions | Outdoor Activities Local Services Schools |
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Population: 17,289 (2006) Property Tax for the city of Blairsville: Within city - $10.06 Outside of city - $14.05 Sales: City and county have 3% local sales tax in addition to the 4% state sales tax. Incorporated: December 3,
1832 |
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| Union County Quick Facts (US Census)- Quick facts information about the Union County area | |
| Area Information | |
| Blairsville/ Union County Chamber of Commerce - Official Union County website with lots of helpful information including upcoming events and festivals. | |
| Union County - Sole Commissioner's Office - The website for Union County government information, phone directories, and other important information for those relocating to the area. | |
| Union County Historical Society - Informative information about the history of Union County, GA. | |
| Local Restaurants & Private Catering | |
| The Aviator Cafe - We specialize in large Grinder sandwiches. We show case food and flight for a new refreshing and inspiring dinning experience. | |
| The Ridges Resort & Club | |
| The Boiler Room Steakhouse | |
| Fatz Cafe | |
| Area Attractions | |
| Brasstown Bald Park - Brasstown Bald Park is Georgia's highest mountain located near Blairsville. | |
| Misty Mountain Train Museum - This 4,000-foot model train layout is currently the largest privatley owned O-gauge model trail collection in America. Groups welcome. | |
| Mountain Area Performing Arts Association - The Mountain Area Performing Arts Association exists to communicate the various and wonderful artistic endeavors available to residents and tourists in our area. | |
Jack Anthony's Waterfalls of North Georgia - Information, Driving
Directions, and photo's of Beautiful Waterfalls in the surrounding North
Georgia Area, including waterfalls found in Fannin, Union, and Gilmer
Counties...
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| Southern Tree Plantation - Pumpkins, Christmas trees, maze, pony rides. | |
| Vogel State Park - As one of Georgia’s oldest state parks, Vogel State Park is most popular in the fall when the Blue Ridge Mountain’s colors are exposed. Cottages, campsites and backpacking sites provide a variety of overnight accommodations. | |
| Horseback Riding | |
| Track Rock Stables - With over 250 acres bordering the Chattahoochee National Forest, Trackrock Stables offers an adventure you will long remember. | |
| A Step Above Stables - A Step Above Stables is a full service horse facility located in the beautiful North Georgia Mountains of Blairsville.If you think of something "Horse", we can do it! Come and see us! | |
| Whitewater Rafting / Tubing | |
| Ocoee Adventure Center - Let us take you rafting on the Ocoee- America's Olympic River! With dam-controlled releases, we can promise you exciting class 3-4 whitewater throughout the season. The middle Ocoee provides 5 miles of continuous fun. If you are up for a real challenge, make reservations for a day on the upper Ocoee and take on the challenge of riding Humongous! Phone: 1-888-723-8622 | |
| Rolling Thunder River Co. - Over 25 Years of Excellence in Whitewater Rafting. Rolling Thunder operates on the family-friendly Nantahala River in western NC, the exciting Olympic class Ocoee River in east TN and the gentle Toccoa River in North Georgia. Phone :(800)408-7238 | |
| Outdoor Activities | |
| Reel Angling Adventures- Year-Round Sportfishing Adventures in the Appalachian Mountains of Georgia and beyond! | |
| Lake Winfield Scott Recreation Area-CNF - Clear 18-acre lake high in the mountains with picnicing, camping, swimming, boating, fishing and hiking. | |
| Pappy's Riverwalk - Marketplace includes Trading Post, restaurant, ice cream shop, candy shop, art & craft shops and a variety of other shopping fun. Amish Furniture shop. Taxidermy shop. Christmas shop. | |
| Local Services | |
| Healing Touch Massage & Body Work- 2595 Murphy Highway · Blairsville, GA 30512 | |
| Three Sisters Gift Baskets - A custom made gift basket for you, choose from a large selection of items from our store. Let us make your gift giving needs easy! | |
| The Flower Garden - Distinctive flowers & gifts for every occasion. Event, wedding & holiday consulting - decorating. | |
| Schools | |
| Union County School System - Complete resource for information on Blairsville Schools. | |
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