Blue Ridge Scenic Railway

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🍂 2026 fall foliage season

Blue Ridge Scenic Railway Fall Foliage Train 2026

Blue Ridge, GA

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Blue Ridge Scenic Railway runs Fall Foliage Train for the 2026 season from Blue Ridge, GA. 26-mile fall foliage train ride along the Toccoa River from Blue Ridge, GA into the twin towns of McCaysville and Copperhill. 2026 dates are September 19–November 3, 2026. Peak color in the North Georgia mountains typically arrives mid- to late October.

2026 dates

September 19–November 3, 2026

Price range

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Peak color

Peak color in the North Georgia mountains typically arrives mid- to late October.

Where to stay

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Frequently asked

How long is the trip?
A 26-mile roundtrip along the Toccoa River with a 2-hour layover in the twin towns of McCaysville, GA and Copperhill, TN.
Where does the train depart?
From the depot at 241 Depot Street, Blue Ridge, GA 30513.
How do I get current pricing?
Pricing is available through the FareHarbor booking system or by calling (877) 413-8724 (ticket office 9 a.m.–4 p.m. ET, seven days a week).

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