One of the best hikes in the Helen Georgia area takes you from the lodge in Unicoi State Park to the gazebo in Downtown. Start by driving North through Helen, then right (east) on Georgia 356.
Turn right after you enter the park on the driveway that leads up to the lodge. There is plenty of parking here. Here at the lodge, you can obtain a free map of the trail. The trail begins in the parking lot, and begins the 3 mile descent into Helen.
The trail is well marked, and is only steep in a few places. It passes through woodlands and some open grasslands. There is an excellent opportunity to spot deer, turkey, and all sorts of birds and small mammals.
There are bridged stream crossing, but use caution in very wet weather. As you come into Helen, you will arrive in the Park just above the gazebo. Here you can rest before the trip back to the lodge.
If you prefer a shorter walk, leave a car at the Gazebo parking lot and shuttle to the lodge. Each way takes about 90 minutes, and it's more of a climb going back up the hill.
Be sure to make this hike a part of your next visit to Helen. I am certain that you will enjoy it!
Photo courtesy of North Georgia Photos.
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It looks as if you took that opportunity to take great shots!
Richard, I bet this hike is beautiful at color change in the early fall.
With all these photos and knowing you are from Georgia, I just might convince the husband to look at that State as well. Beautiful. I love great photos, brightens my day.
Looks like a great place for a nice stroll. A hike may be to fast!
Are you set for the rain you are to get. Let's hope you get just enough!
Mel...
I know this one wad gold in the viewfider! This was a film photo, so I got that great color saturation! Yeah, whatever, it looks neat!
Don...
It is...Helen has an OKTOBERFEST though, and it sure gets crowded that time of year! Thanks.
Nancy...
Thanks, it's a popular spot, weekdays are best! THX
Richard- I loved our trip to to Helen! We had so much fun up there!
Richard- what a nice localism post! I love to go on hikes! But I am the one who wants to stay on the path while someone else wants to booney bash. This sounds like a very nice path hike, I am sure I would enjoy it!
Thanks for the info Richard. We love that area and will take note of the hike recomendation for the next trip to Helen.