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Unicoi State Park

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Unicoi State Park  is nn the Blue Ridge Mountains of Northern Georgia near Helen, This park is always rated Georgia ten best destinations.

Nestled in the Chattahoochee National Forest, Unicoil Lodge on the park is the ideal retreat for individuals who might want to invest unwinding time in a beautiful charmin characteristic setting.
The 1,050 Acre Unicoi State Park, near the high town of Helen, Georgia has 100 visitor rooms and 30 lodges,

There are loads of fun things  to do, from tubing along the adjacent Chattahoochee River to investigating more than 200 shops and displays in Helen.

Delight in a simple three-mile hike into the town of Helen. Investigate Unicoi State Park’s 12 miles of climbing and nature trails. Mountain bikers have their own particular single track, eight-mile trail.
Fish for prized trout at Unicoi Lake, or take off to investigate the pools of adjacent isolates streams. The lake additionally emphasizes a sunny shore for swimming and regular kayak rentals. Revel in excursion offices, four lighted tennis courts, a softball field and volleyball courts and different things to do in Helen

Weddings, meetings, and retreats are constantly extraordinary at the cabins, where the consolidation of an expert staff and the district’s common setting give life-changing encounters.

Come find the common charms of the Blue Ridge Mountains at the Unicoi Lodge..

Throughout the year, park staff host outstanding programs ranging from craft festivals and concerts, to animal programs and educational hikes. Overnight guests can choose from a hotel-style lodge, fully equipped cottages and modern campground. The park’s restaurant is known for its nightly mountain trout buffet (there is not a nightly buffet, however trout is available each night), while craft lovers should not miss the lodge’s gift shop with pottery, quilts and other crafts (we do not have a the craft shop anymore). The lodge and beach house are popular spots for weddings, reunions, parties and conferences.

Click here for some reviews from Trip Advisor.

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Alpine Carriage Company

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Alpine Carriage Company provide Carriage Rides within the City of Helen are relaxing and one of the funnest things you can do in Helen. One can order  Special rides for weddings, hotel & restaurant pick-up. The  Carriages are located on River St. in Downtown Helen.  Open 7 days a week from 11AM – 9PM, weather permitting. They have several buggies to choose from including a Cinderella Buggy that accommodates 20 people and is handicap accessible.

Alpine Carriage Company Carriage Rides are a great romantic idea to do in Helen. Helen has many great places to see while on Carriage Rides and it is memory you will not soon forget.

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Smithgall Woods

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Smithgall Woods is an angler’s paradise. One of north Georgia’s premier trout streams, Dukes Creek, runs through this spectacular mountain property and is a favorite for catch-and-release fishing. To ensure a quality experience, the number of anglers is limited and fishing is offered only on certain days.  As a result, anglers should call ahead for reservations. Five miles of trails and 18 miles of roads allow hikers and bicyclists to explore hardwoods, streams and wildlife. Smithgall Woods is also an elegant mountain retreat, perfect for romantic getaways, small weddings or outings with friends. Six beautifully decorated cottages — Creekside Cottage, Smithgall Cottage, Dover Cottage, Parkside Cottage, Garden Cottage and Laurel Cottage — provide 17 bedrooms with telephones and television.  Some cottages have porches along the stream, while others have private hot tubs. A 1-mile trail leads from the cottages to Dukes Creek Falls. Smithgall Woods was acquired by the state in 1994 as a gift-purchase from Charles A. Smithgall, Jr., a noted conservationist and businessman. Smithgall Woods is an angler’s paradise. One of north Georgia’s premier trout streams, Dukes Creek, runs through this spectacular mountain property and is a favorite for catch-and-release fishing. To ensure a quality experience, the number of anglers is limited and fishing is offered only on certain days.  As a result, anglers should call ahead for reservations. Five miles of trails and 18 miles of roads allow hikers and bicyclists to explore hardwoods, streams and wildlife. Smithgall Woods is also an elegant mountain retreat, perfect for romantic getaways, small weddings or outings with friends. Six beautifully decorated cottages — Creekside Cottage, Smithgall Cottage, Dover Cottage, Parkside Cottage, Garden Cottage and Laurel Cottage — provide 17 bedrooms with telephones and television.  Some cottages have porches along the stream, while others have private hot tubs. A 1-mile trail leads from the cottages to Dukes Creek Falls. Smithgall Woods was acquired by the state in 1994 as a gift-purchase from Charles A. Smithgall, Jr., a noted conservationist and businessman.

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Schools and Education

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Education is very important to the constituents of White county. With a 94 percent graduation rate the white county board of Education has shown a strong commitment to the kids. (The state average usually around 70 percent).  White County has only one high school with an AP® participation rate at White County High School is 26 percent.

1. Jack P. Nix Primary School2. Mt. Yonah Elementary3. Tesnatee Gap Elementary School4. WC Middle School5. Ninth Grade Academy6. WC High School7. Christian Academy8. Truett-McConnell College
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Hiking in North Georgia
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Hiking in North Georgia

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Hiking Trails near Helen

Hiking in North Georgia is one of the major reasons people come to see our beautiful part of the country.

Mount Yonah is a 2.8 mile loop trail located near Cleveland, Georgia that features a river and is rated as moderate. The trail is primarily used for hiking, road biking, & climbing access and is accessible year-round. Dogs are also able to use this trail.

Appalachian Trail: Unicoi Gap to Dicks Creek Gap is a 16.1 mile point-to-point trail located near Helen, Georgia that offers the chance to see wildlife and is only recommended for very experienced outdoorsmen. The trail is primarily used for hiking & trail running and is accessible year-round.

Raven Cliff Falls Trail is a 4.8 mile out and back trail located near Helen, Georgia that features a waterfall. The trail is rated as moderate and primarily used for camping, fishing, hiking & walking. Dogs are also able to use this trail but must be kept on leash.

Andrews Cove Trail – Energetic hike up the Andrews Creek watershed to the Appalachian Trail

Anna Ruby Falls Trail – The rare double falls on Curtis and York Creek are especially awesome after a shower.

AT Hogpen Gap to Unicoi Gap – Takes hikers from Richard B. Russell Scenic Highway to Georgia 75.

Dukes Creek Falls Trail – On the Richard B. Russell Scenic Highway, the trail follows a series of switchbacks tobeautiful Dukes Creek Falls

Some other great Hiking in North Georgia places are:

Helton Creek Falls – Brief hike through a cool mountain cove to two waterfalls, both of which are on Helton Creek. An observation deck has recently been added in the area of the second falls.

Horse Trough Falls Trail – This brief leg-stretch is marked by the first bridge across the Chattahoochee River

Smith Creek Trail – The trail runs near the ridge top of Smith Mountain and follows, but does not come near, Smith Creek.

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Fishing

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White County is home to a number of trout streams, including Dukes Creek (named by Trout Unlimited as one of the Top 100 Trout Streams in the country,) Smith’s Creek and the Chattahoochee River. A number of other lakes offer freshwater fishing, including the Lake at Unicoi State park.
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