Have you ever wondered what the absolute best way to see all of Georgia’s fall foliage in one shot is? We’re right there with you. Without planning an intense road trip excursion, we have another solid idea to consider. Climb aboard this wonderfully historic and creative way to take a trip this autumn and see all there is to see from the comfort of a train. All aboard Blue Ridge Scenic Railway!
Taking an autumn adventure on Blue Ridge Scenic Railway in Georgia truly is the fall event of the year.
Facebook Blue Ridge Scenic Railway All trips along Blue Ridge Scenic Railway begin at the historic deport in downtown Blue Ridge, Georgia which was built in 1905.
Each regularly scheduled trip clocks in at around 26 miles round-trip, which equals to about 4 hours of train time, with a two hour layover in two separate towns along the route.
Facebook Blue Ridge Scenic Railway Visitors get to climb aboard and be whisked off into other areas of Georgia, including the charming town of McCaysville, as well as Copperhill, Tennessee, in order to witness all the splendor these small towns bring.
But perhaps the most exciting trip to take along Blue Ridge Scenic Railway is the autumn foliage ride!
Facebook Blue Ridge Scenic Railway The Fall Foliage train ride begins at the end of September and runs all the way through the beginning of November, which provides peak timing to witness the leaves changing colors.
Fall Foliage trips take place on Fridays and Saturdays with departure times from 10 a.m. and 3 p.m.
Facebook Blue Ridge Scenic Railway Along this trip, guests will wind along the stunning Toccoa River, witnessing all the vibrant reds and oranges light up different parts of Georgia.
Choose which cart to ride along in, whether it be a climate controlled rail car or an open-air rail car—who can resist the crisp, cool autumn air?!
Flickr Olin Gibert The sights and sounds you’ll see on this Fall Foliage train ride will be nothing short of spectacular for the whole family.
Tickets tend to sell out quickly for this limited time event, so make sure to get yours early!
Facebook Blue Ridge Scenic Railway All you need to do is visit the Blue Ridge Scenic Railway website and purchase tickets on your chosen date—then sit back and wait for the fall beauty to unfold before your eyes.
Ready to plan your trip on the Fall Foliage train ride? The address for the train depot is 241 Depot St, Blue Ridge, GA 30513. You can visit the website for tickets by clicking here. If you also want to learn about other Blue Ridge Scenic Railway adventures, make sure to check out the Facebook Page.
Facebook Blue Ridge Scenic Railway
All trips along Blue Ridge Scenic Railway begin at the historic deport in downtown Blue Ridge, Georgia which was built in 1905.
Visitors get to climb aboard and be whisked off into other areas of Georgia, including the charming town of McCaysville, as well as Copperhill, Tennessee, in order to witness all the splendor these small towns bring.
The Fall Foliage train ride begins at the end of September and runs all the way through the beginning of November, which provides peak timing to witness the leaves changing colors.
Along this trip, guests will wind along the stunning Toccoa River, witnessing all the vibrant reds and oranges light up different parts of Georgia.
Flickr Olin Gibert
The sights and sounds you’ll see on this Fall Foliage train ride will be nothing short of spectacular for the whole family.
All you need to do is visit the Blue Ridge Scenic Railway website and purchase tickets on your chosen date—then sit back and wait for the fall beauty to unfold before your eyes.
During your train ride you might have worked up an appetite. If so, check out this historic restaurant in Blue Ridge with gigantic oak trees to dine under.
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