Riverside Retreat

09/03/2026

Enough said :-)

08/15/2026

Stay at Riverside Retreat and Play at Cartecay River Experience, Kayak & Tube Rentals.

www.RiveresideRetreatGa.com

HOT! HOT! HOT! ☀️🥵

Come beat this Georgia heat the best way we know how… floating the Cartecay! 💦

Cool water, sunshine, and a tube — sounds like a pretty good Saturday to us! 😎

Come float with us! 🛟🌊

Choose your perfect day on the water 💦👇
🌊 Adventure section — ride the fun Class I & II rapids for the perfect mix of thrill and splash! (2.5-3 hours)
🛟 Lazy river section — kick back and float where calm water meets gentle shoals and stunning mountain views 🌿⛰️ (1.5 hours)

No matter which you choose, you’re in for a day full of laughs, memories, and good vibes with your family and friends 💙😎

08/08/2026

The Gilmer County Fair is BACK for another exciting year! 🎡🎠✨

From now until August 16, get ready for new rides, your favorite fair food, live music, games, exhibits, and all the fun that makes the Gilmer County Fair an end-of-summer tradition!

Before or after your visit to the fair, make the most of your trip by exploring Downtown Ellijay. Shop unique local boutiques, enjoy delicious dining, visit area attractions, and discover why Gilmer County is the perfect place for a day trip or an unforgettable getaway.

Bring your family, invite your friends, and make memories at the 2026 Gilmer County Fair! We can't wait to see you there!🍎🎢✨

📍Ellijay Lions Club Fairgrounds- 1729 S Main St, Ellijay, GA 30540
🗓️August 6-16
⏰ Mon-Thur | 5 PM - 10 PM
⏰ Fri & Sat | 5 PM - 11 PM
⏰ Sun | 2 PM - 8 PM

🎟️ Gate Admission (Cash Only):
Adults- $5
Students- $3
Children 6 & under- Free
🎡 Ride Admission Wristbands- $30

*Click the link below for more information about this year's fair: https://www.gilmerchamber.com/blog/explore-the-ellijays/gilmer-county-fair-a-summer-tradition-in-ellijay/

Family-Friendly Travel | North Georgia Mountains | Last-Minute Summer Trips | Summer in Ellijay

07/30/2026

Beautiful mountain lodge in a private gated community, situated on a mountain overlooking your own private lake! Views of the stocked lake from every level including your own private dock for fishing or launching a kayak/canoe. Located only 10 miles from downtown Blueridge.

07/01/2026

Come cool off at Riverside Retreat! Directly on the Cartecay River in the North Georgia Mountains! Fish, Swim, Tube, Kayak or just sit back in a chair and let the cool rushing river go by! July Availability - BOOK BELOW 👇

2Bdrm/2Ba/Loft - Sleeps 6
Also, next door 4bdrm/3ba/Loft Sleeps 12 (Coming July 15th, contact for availability!)

www.RiversideRetreatGa.com

06/26/2026

Mark your calendar for Blue Ridge Blues and BBQ Festival Sept 19, 2026

www.RiversideRetreatGa.com

Mark your calendars: The Blue Ridge Blues and BBQ Festival returns on Sept. 19th in downtown !! We're celebrating 15 years of smoke, soul, & community love with our biggest event yet, featuring:
🎶 Live, high-energy blues music from the "Bad Boy of Blues" Emanuel Casablanca and more.
🍖 Lip-smackin' BBQ from 15 award-winning pitmasters.
🔥 FREE giveaways leading up to the festival, including a Traeger Smoker 🤯
😎New vendors at The Market selling rubs, sauces, & all sorts of BBQ-related items.
👊An unforgettable all-day outdoor festival in the
Stay tuned for BIG updates and announcements coming soon!

06/23/2026

Looking for fireworks, check out Buckley Vineyards

06/20/2026

Coming Soon! Excited to share Lake Allatoona - Stay tuned! Booking July 2026!

06/17/2026

The River's Calling.
Hot tub ✅ Game room ✅ Fire pit ✅ Fishing ✅ Tubing ✅
Riverside Retreat — Ellijay, GA
Don't just dream about it. Book it.
👉 See Available Dates at

NEW! This beautiful, completely renovated, small rustic cabin is situated DIRECTLY on the Cartecay River and located only 6 miles from downtown Ellijay, you cannot get any closer than this Riverside Retreat cabin!

06/17/2026

What are you doing next week?? You could be HERE!

NEW! This beautiful, completely renovated, small rustic cabin is situated DIRECTLY on the Cartecay River and located only 6 miles from downtown Ellijay, you cannot get any closer than this Riverside Retreat cabin!