Chattahoochee National Forest
The Chattahoochee National Forest is the ideal destination for the outdoor enthusiast. With more than 450 miles of hiking and biking trails and 2,200 miles of streams and rivers, Georgia's largest forest features impressive waterfalls, abundant local wildlife, and some of the best outdoor recreation opportunities in the country. Popular features in the park include the Appalachian Trail, the Chattooga River and Anna Ruby Falls.
Forest Supervisor's Office
1755 Cleveland Highway
Gainesville, GA 30501
(770) 297-3000
fs.usda.gov
Unicoi State Park and Lodge
Unicoi State Park is a popular nature area, featuring a large lake, miles of hiking and mountain biking trails, fishing docks, swimming, beaches and picnic areas. For visitors looking to set up camp, the park offers tent and RV camping areas, plus cottage rentals, a spacious lodge and a gift shop.
1788 Highway 356 Road
Helen, GA 30545
(800) 864-7275
gastateparks.org/info/unicoi
Cool River Tubing Co.
This unique business offers seasonal river tours down Georgia's picturesque Chattahoochee River. Visitors can book a one- or two-hour tubing trip to enjoy the local wildlife and relax while floating down one of Georgia's most scenic rivers.
590 Edelweiss Strasse
Helen, GA 30545
(800) 896-4595
coolrivertubing.com
Wildwood Outfitters
This full-service outfitter rents and sells a range of water sports equipment and offers kayaking and canoe tours on the Chattahoochee River just outside of Helen. Visitors can choose from guided or unguided river tours and take advantage of on-site canoe, kayak and raft rentals. Wildwood also offers canoe and kayak instruction and seasonal guided camping trips in the area.
26 Megan Drive
Cleveland, GA 30528
(800) 553-2715
wildwoodoutfitters.com
Woody's Mountain Bikes
Mountain bikers can pick up a trail map and stock up on gear or join a guided tour at this unique bike shop in Helen. Woody's offers guided tours for bikers of all ages and skill level, with bikes, helmets and convenient shuttle service included with every tour. Choose from several guided bike trips, from wildlife and river crossing trips to waterfall tours and downhill thrills.
457 Highway 356
Helen, GA 30545-2307
(706) 878-3715
helenga.org/woodys
