Freedom Boat Club

Freedom Boat Club of the Southern Blue Ridge Mountains!

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Boating Made Simple

Welcome to Freedom Boat Club of the Southern Blue Ridge Mountains!
  • First, we buy and maintain a fleet of boats
  • Then, you pay a one-time fee + monthly dues.,
  • Next, we provide free, unlimited training from certified captains on how to use and operate our boats.

The result – you can enjoy the water as often as you like. Join the Freedom Boat Club and reserve a boat whenever you want. It’s that simple!

Keep on reading to learn more about the process or click “Join Now” to get started.

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Our Location

Lake Chatuge

The Ridges Resort on Lake Chatuge
3379 US 76
Hiawassee, GA 30546

Sales

Rex Thayer
706-363-0004

Reservations

Marina Office
706-896-2262 (ext. 202)

Other Locations

Lake Nottely

North Georgia WaterSports Marina
1773 Murphy Highway
Blairsville, Georgia 30512

Lake Hiwassee

Harbor Cove Marina
400 Harbor Cove Ln.
Murphy, NC 28906

How it Works

We Take Care of It All…
Including the Boats

We’ve taken care to select a variety of quality boats. We always keep them clean and maintained. We also take care of the storage, insurance, and repairs so you can just focus on the fun!

Pay a 1x Entry Fee and Monthly Dues

Just pay a 1x entry fee and choose one of our membership plans. Boat every day of the year. Or just weekdays. Some clubs may even have 3 and 6 month plans. You can change your plan as the need arises.

Get Unlimited Training from Licensed Captains

Your safety is our #1 concern. We give all our members unlimited training with USCG-certified captains. If you wish to boat in a new location, they’ll show you the waterways.

Take Any Boat Out as Often as You Wish

Reserve a boat online or by phone. Then go fishing, tubing, or head to a restaurant with friends. When you’re done, just bring the boat back and pay for the fuel. We take care of everything else!

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Our fleet of vessels are always up-to-date, well-maintained and clean.

Lake Chatuge Fleet

2022 Harris FloteBote HCX21 with Mercury 150XL EFI 4 Stroke Motor
2022 Harris FloteBote HCX21 with Mercury 150XL EFI 4 Stroke Motor
2022 Harris FloteBote HCX21 with Mercury 150XL EFI 4 Stroke Motor
2022 Harris FloteBote HCX21 with Mercury 150XL EFI 4 Stroke Motor
2022 Cypress Cay C232FR with Mercury 150XL EFI 4 Stroke Motor
2022 Avalon LSZ with Suzuki DF200ATL3 Engine
2020 Godfrey SD217-OB with Mercury 150XL Motor
2022 Sweetwater SWFR2286SB with Mercury 150XL 4S Motor
2021 Starcraft SVX 171 OB with Yamaha F90LB Motor
2021 Starcraft SLS-5 Q DH with Yamaha F200XB Motor
2021 Starcraft SVX 171 OB with Yamaha F90LB Motor

2021 Starcraft SVX171 Deck boat, 90 horsepower, Capacity: 10, 17 ft.
2020 Hurricane Deck boat, 150 horsepower, Capacity: 12, 21 ft.
2020 Bayliner DX2200 Deck boat, 150 horsepower, Capacity: 12, 22 ft.

2021 Bayliner VR4 Bowrider, 200 horsepower (inboard), Capacity: 7, 17 ft.
2020 Blue Bayliner VR5 Bowrider, 150 horsepower, Capacity: 9, 19 ft.
2020 Black Bayliner VR5 Bowrider, 150 horsepower, Capacity: 9, 19 ft.

2020 Scout Dorado 210 (fishing boat/bowrider), 150 horsepower, Capacity: 7, 21ft.
Carolina Skiff Center Console (fishing boat), 90 horsepower, Capacity: 7, 21ft.

Lake Nottely Fleet

2021 Blue Starcraft Tritoon, 200 horsepower, Capacity: 12, 24ft.
2021 Black Tahoe Tritoon, 200 horsepower, Capacity: 12, 24 ft.
2021 Grey Bennington Pontoon, 90 horsepower, Capacity: 10, 22ft.

2020 Hurricane Deck boat, 150 horsepower, Capacity: 10, 19 ft.

Georgia Boat Club

Where Freedom Boat Club is located in Lake Chatuge

3499 US-76 W
Hiawassee, GA 30546

Phone: (706) 744-0718

Email: info@theridgesresort.com

Check-in time: 4:00 PM
Check-out time: 11:00 AM

Directions to The Ridges Resort – Georgia Boat Club:

Blairsville Muni Airport-DZJ
579 Airport Terminal Rd, Blairsville, GA 30512, United States

Head east on Airport Terminal Rd toward US-76 E
0.6 mi

Turn right onto US-76 E
14.4 mi

Turn left onto Lakeview Dr

0.2 mi

Turn right
213 ft

Turn left
Destination will be on the left
246 ft
The Ridges Resort on Lake Chatuge
3499 US HWY 76 W, Hiawassee, GA 30546, United States

Georgia Boat Club – More Information:

Where is Lake Chatuge located?

Lake Chatuge is located in the southern Appalachian Mountains of the United States, on the border of Georgia and North Carolina.

Can you swim in Lake Chatuge?

Yes, swimming is allowed in Lake Chatuge. The lake has several designated swimming areas, including a beach area at the Georgia Mountain Fairgrounds and the Jackrabbit Mountain Recreation Area in North Carolina. However, it’s always a good idea to check the local advisories for water quality and safety before swimming.

Can you boat on Lake Chatuge?

Yes, boating is allowed on Lake Chatuge. In fact, the lake is a popular destination for boating and water sports, and there are several marinas and boat ramps available for public use. Boaters should be aware of the local regulations and guidelines for boating on the lake, including speed limits and safety equipment requirements.

Is there boat storage in Lake Chatuge?

Boat storage on Lake Chatuge is a popular service offered by many marinas and storage facilities in the area. These facilities provide safe and secure storage options for boats of all sizes, including jet skis, pontoons, and fishing boats. Overall, boat storage on Lake Chatuge is readily available and provides a convenient way for boaters to enjoy the lake without having to worry about transporting and storing their boats themselves.

The Ridges Resort operates the best full-service Boat Club in Lake Chatuge. Here’s what they have to say about us!

I’m from the FBC in Winter Haven, Florida. I enjoyed my reciprocal vist here. We reserved a Dorado 210 Scout. It was a nice and clean boat. The Lake was nice and we had great weather. Can’t wait to come back during summer!

Our first trip out on Lake Chatuge this season and everything was great. Our boat was spotless, the water was gorgeous and Aaron was not only helpful, but very congenial as well. Made us feel so welcome! ( our dog Duke loved it too!)

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28904, 30582, 30512, 28901, 28906, 30545, 30528, 30513, 30525, 30533

Neighborhoods near Hiawassee, GA

Bell Creek Estates, Bald Mountain Park, Lakeshore Estates, River Bend Estates, The Ridges, The Orchard, Meadow Brooke, Hi River Country, Chatuge Heights, Timberidge

Join Freedom Boat Club of The Southern Blue Ridge Mountains

If you’d like to know more about joining Freedom Boat Club of the Southern Blue Ridge Mountains, or have specific questions about what we have to offer, please complete and submit the below form. One of our friendly Freedom Boat Club representatives will be happy to respond and provide all of the answers you need. If you would rather speak with someone directly, please call Rex Thayer at 706-363-0004.

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