
Unicoi State Park and Lodge
Helen, Georgia(View other Helen area campgrounds)
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Ownership: State GovernmentOfficial website: gastateparks.org
Posted by: Mongoose on June 29, 2009
Description
Nestled in the north Georgia mountains just two miles from the Alpine village of Helen, Unicoi is one of Georgia’s most beloved state parks. Throughout the year, the park offers outstanding programs which focus on natural, cultural, historical and recreational resources. Outdoor enthusiasts will enjoy hiking and biking on scenic mountain trails, especially those leading to Helen and Anna Ruby Falls. Craft lovers should not miss the lodge gift shop specializing in hand-made quilts and local pottery. Numerous picnic tables are located throughout the park.Directions
Located 2 miles northeast of Helen via Ga. Hwy. 356.Activities
■Hiking – 7.5 miles of trails■Mountain Biking – 8 miles of trails
■Birding
■Fishing – accessible docks
■Swimming
■Canoe and Pedal Boat Rental (seasonal)
■Ranger Programs
■Teambuilding Programs
NEARBY ATTRACTIONS:
■Blue Ridge Mountains
■Cabbage Patch Kids / Babyland General Hospital
■Dawson County, Georgia
■Helen, Georgia
■Mountain Top, Georgia
■White County, Georgia
■Dahlonega Gold Museum
■Moccasin Creek State Park
■Smithgall Woods Conservation Area and Lodge
■Vogel State Park
■Anna Ruby Falls
■Appalachian Trail
■Brasstown Bald (highest point in Georgia)
Guidebooks
- The U.S.A. Comprehensive Public Camping Guide (Lower 48), Vol. 8: Alabama, Florida, Georgia, North Carolina, South Carolina
- The Best in Tent Camping: Georgia
- Camping Georgia
Services
FACILITIES:■1,050 Acres
■53-Acre Lake (privately owned non-motorized boats are permitted)
■82 Tent, Trailer, RV Campsites ($22-$24)
■33 Walk-in Campsites ($20/person)
■Squirrel’s Nest Camping Shelters ($10)
■30 Cottages ($75-$145) -- #A1 (barrel), #C4 and Smith Creek #1 are dog friendly ($40 per dog, max 2)
■100-Room Lodge & Conference Center ($75-$135) -- wireless Internet
■Meeting Facilities
■Beach House/Group Shelter (seats 75, $250)
■6 Picnic Shelters ($40)
■Restaurant
■4 Tennis Courts
■Swimming Beach
Reservation info
Reservations (800) 864-7275Lodge Reservations (800) 573-9659
Park (706) 878-2201
Fees
Campsites - $20-$24 / Cottages - $75-$145 / Lodge $75-135Photos from Unicoi State Park and Lodge
Reviews of Unicoi State Park and Lodge
Reviewed by Mongoose on June 29, 2009
(0 out of 0 members found this review useful.)Absolutely stunning here, and sooo relaxing as well. Great fishing, swimming, camping, and the hiking trails are just awesome. We did a lot of MTB'ing while we were visiting here, but mostly just R&R. Can get a little crowded here at times especially around the lodge. We highly recommend this Park by all means!
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