Helen is one of North Georgia’s top destinations, well loved for its alpine Bavarian downtown, fantastic dining and great shopping. But if you’ve only visited the town for its well-loved Oktoberfest and German fare, you’re missing out: it’s central to Georgia’s best hiking trails, and makes for a great basecamp for a North Georgia adventure! Hike the Appalachian Trail at nearby Unicoi Gap to Tray Mountain, or explore the beautiful Dukes Creek Falls and Raven Cliff Falls just north of town. Or, chase down an adventure on one of our favorite hikes near Helen:
Find a great outdoor adventure in North Georgia’s German alpine village. Plan a great Helen getaway with our top places to stay and things to do: hike, bike, zip line, camp, and paddle. And relax in a cozy cabin, and enjoy some great dining options, too.
Hike a scenic back route to Anna Ruby Falls, hiking the Smith Creek Trail from Unicoi State Park and following a historic gold mining ditch to Anna Ruby’s stunning double cascades.
Hike to Tray Mountain from Unicoi Gap on the Appalachian Trail, climbing to summit views at Rocky Mountain, and exploring a lush North Georgia forest filled with wildflowers and mountain laurel.
Hike the Byron Reece Trail at Neels Gap through a beautiful, mossy, stream-filled forest on the lower elevations of Blood Mountain.
Hike the Appalachian Trail from Tesnatee Gap to stunning Cowrock Mountain summit views on this 2.25 mile, out-and-back day hike in the Raven Cliffs Wilderness.
Hike to Chattahoochee Gap on the Appalachian Trail from Unicoi Gap, visiting the North Georgia headwaters of the Chattahoochee River and the Blue Mountain AT shelter.
