Gilmer County · The Apple Capital corridor

Parks & Outdoors in Ellijay

The green minutes from the city: neighborhood loops, creek trails, and the county showpieces worth the drive.

Gilmer County River Park

Playground, walking trail, picnic pavilion, fishing, and a kayak launch on the county side of South Main.

Military memorials and two playgrounds on Old Highway 5.

Roughly 18 miles away: the ancient stone wall, a lake, camping, and 60 miles of trails in the Cohutta foothills.

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