GILMER COUNTY
and CITY OF ELLIJAY

Apple Capital of Georgia and growth area for wineries

Nestled in the foothills of the legendary Appalachian Mountain Range, Gilmer County is a paradise of forests, rivers and streams, historic ambiance and Southern charm. Hillsides blanketed with wildflowers, strolling quaint streets lined with gracious homes, or shopping, and fine dining; there is seemingly an endless array of interesting activities for residents and visitors alike.

The major city of Gilmer county is Ellijay.

The historically significant City of Ellijay, our neighbor to the east, is a rare example of a city retaining its original name and location on the site of a Native American settlement. The name “Ellijay” translated means “earth green here” and its meaning is at the core of our plans to both protect and share this exceptional place.

Ellijay is a favorite tourist spot because of its mild climate, beautiful spring blossoms, autumn color, apples and It's close proximity to Atlanta !

Some of the nearby attractions include Carters Lake - deepest man-made lake East of the Mississippi River. Amicalola Falls State Park- the highest waterfall east of the Mississippi, Fort Mountain State Park - 855 foot mystery wall , and Chattahoochee National Forest in the Appalachian Mountain Range with over 750,000 acres.

Commercial Development in Ellijay including Lowe's, Walmart, restaurants and other services...