Blue Ridge Mountains, Georgia

Wild at
Heart,
Restored

Perched along the Chattooga River, Black Bear Lodge is where the wilderness meets refined Southern comfort.

Black Bear Lodge exterior nestled among Blue Ridge mountain pines
Est. Blue Ridge
Chattooga River
Georgia
Accommodations

Rooms Crafted
for Deep Rest

Rustic luxury cabin interior with stone fireplace

River Cabin

Stone fireplace, river views, private deck. Sleeps 4.

From $189
Mountain suite with king bed and forest views

Pine Suite

King bed, soaking tub, wraparound porch. Sleeps 2.

From $229
Spacious family loft with vaulted ceilings

Grizzly Loft

Two bedrooms, full kitchen, game room. Sleeps 8.

From $349
The Experience

Not Just a Stay.
A Return to
Something Real.

The Chattooga River runs behind our property — wild, cold, and ancient. From your porch, you'll hear it before you see it. Mornings begin with coffee and mist. Evenings with stars so thick they look spilled.

River Access

Private shoreline for fishing, wading, and quiet contemplation.

Mountain Trails

Dozens of hiking paths from our doorstep — from easy loops to summit climbs.

Stargazing Decks

Each cabin has a dedicated dark-sky viewing area with telescope.

Southern Dining

Complimentary farm-fresh breakfast and evening firepit gatherings.

Chattooga River flowing through Blue Ridge pine forest
Cozy lodge interior with warm lighting
Mountain sunrise over pine canopy
Stone fireplace in guest cabin
Evening firepit under mountain stars
Location

In the Heart of
Blue Ridge

Just minutes from downtown Blue Ridge and the Nantahala National Forest, yet worlds away from the noise.

Address

598 River Ridge Rd
Blue Ridge, GA 30513-5138

Getting Here

From Atlanta: 2.5 hours north via I-75 & US-19.
From Asheville: 1 hour east via US-19.
Nearest airport: GVL (Gillsville) — 45 min.

"We came for the river and stayed for the silence. Black Bear Lodge is the kind of place that reminds you what vacation was always supposed to feel like."

— A Guest, Autumn 2024

Get in Touch

Ready to
Unplug?

Call us to reserve your cabin, or send a message and we'll get back to you within the hour during business hours.

Call or Text

(404) 234-2902

Address

598 River Ridge Rd, Blue Ridge GA 30513

Front Desk Hours

Daily, 8:00 AM – 9:00 PM

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