Blue Ridge Scenic Railway

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🍂 2026 fall foliage season

Blue Ridge Scenic Railway Fall Foliage Train 2026

Blue Ridge, GA

Plan a seasonal visit to Blue Ridge Scenic Railway in Blue Ridge, GA. Current dates and program details need an operator recheck. Earlier listing: 26-mile fall foliage train ride along the Toccoa River from Blue Ridge, GA into the twin towns of McCaysville and Copperhill. Previously listed schedule: September 19–November 3, 2026. Confirm the current year and departures with the operator. Peak color in the North Georgia mountains typically arrives mid- to late October.

Previously listed schedule

September 19–November 3, 2026

Not verified in this review; check the operator page.

Ticket details

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Peak color

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

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Frequently asked

How long is the trip?
Earlier listing, awaiting an operator recheck: 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?
Earlier listing, awaiting an operator recheck: From the depot at 241 Depot Street, Blue Ridge, GA 30513.
How do I get current pricing?
Earlier listing, awaiting an operator recheck: 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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