Family Activities
Dahlonega Chestatee Wildlife Preserve - home to 450 animals from white tigers, camels, bison and leopards to wolves.
469 Old Dahlonega Hwy, Dahlonega 706-864-9411 www.ChestateeWildlifePreserve.com
Ellijay Ellijay Wildlife Rehabilitation Sanctuary - established to care for sick and injured wildlife and is home to a variety of animals such as bears and cougars. By appointment only.
435 Cougar Ln. Ellijay 706-276-2980 www.WildlifeRehabSanctuary.org
Anytime
Anywhere		 Treasure Hunt - Geocaching is an entertaining adventure game for gps users. GPS users can use the location coordinates given on-line to find the caches. All the visitor is asked to do is if they get something they should try to leave something for the cache. Go to this website, type in your zip code to find the local caches and start your search!
www.GeoCaching.com
Dahlonega Rainbow Nation of Georgia - Animal refuge and sanctuary is home to chinchillas, emus, and exotic birds. Also be sure to visit the newest addition, the Amicalola Deer Park on Hwy 52.
706-265-4278 www.RainbowNation.org
Dawsonville Kangaroo Conservation Center - 87 acre preserve hosts the largest collection of kangaroos outside of Australia. This is also the home to kookaburras, wild burros, and a Dik-dik. 1 1/2 hr tours. Minimum age is 8 yrs old. Seasonal hours. Advance reservations are highly recommended. Located at 222 Bailey Waters Rd, Dawsonville, GA 30534 706-265-6100 www.KangarooCenter.com
Ellijay Llama Farm - Welcome to Riseland Llama Farm. We are a small (sometimes called mini) farm in the foot hills of Northern Georgia. Our Herd currently numbers over 20 and our Llamas for Sale include both show quality and pet quality animals. We welcome you to just come by & meet a llama and say hello. We offer FARM TOURS for one or more. We offer Farm Tours on an appointment basis. Our goal is to introduce llamas to you and educate the public about llamas. Groups of 1 to 60 are welcome. Each tour is customized to your groups personal needs and desires. Come on by, relax and get to know a llama - not to mention we provide all the free llamas kisses you desire. No charge, however donations are appreciated. Call 706-669-5017 or visit RiselandLlamaFarm.com
April -
Dec.
Blue Ridge		 Blue Ridge Scenic Railway - take a ride in an historic train car. Ticket prices range from $15 to $33.
Main Street in downtown Blue Ridge 706-632-9833
Ellijay
Weekends		 Miniature Golf and Batting Cages - Gilmer Golf and Games, Hwy 515 across from Trinity Homes, just south of Walmart. Play the most scenic miniature golf course in Georgia. The course has been designed with Mother Nature in mind; rock and water hazards create challenging diversions for the skillful player. Includes Sparkling blue waterfalls, rushing streams, and lovely gardens.
706-698-GOLF Spring Hours 4 pm. - 8 pm.
Ellijay
Weekends		 Kamikaze Paintball of Ellijay - 5 tournament size speedball fields with pro shop on site.
372 Eller Rd. Ellijay, GA 706-698-5264 www.KamikazePB.com
Blue Ridge Critter Creations - a fun place where kids can make their own stuffed animal. They pick their own animal, stuff it, dress it and give it a name with a birth certificate and a cool box. 662 East Main St. Blue Ridge, GA 706-632-8944 (Inside "Twigs to Furniture") www.crittercreations.net
Blue Ridge Bowling - Fannin Lanes 4115 East 1st Street Blue Ridge 706-632-2064.