Smithgall Woods State Park, GA

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A wooden signboard with the text "Smithgall Woods, Dukes Creek Conservation Area" in a forested setting.
A winding forest road surrounded by dense green foliage and tall trees.
A wooden deck with railings, surrounded by dense forest.
A small waterfall, a wooden bridge, and dense green foliage.
A wooden deck surrounded by a forest.
Get outdoors and explore the serene beauty of Smithgall Woods State Park. Lace up your boots, pack a map and check out the walking trails.

Smithgall Woods State Park is an ideal place kick off your day in Georgia. This protected natural landscape comes recommended by fellow travelers, but it isn't the only thing to do here. Allow some time for other attractions like Helen Tubing & Helen Water Park, Unicoi State Park, and Anna Ruby Falls to really experience what's on offer in the area.

Lake Chatuge Lodge

Lake Chatuge Lodge

2 out of 5
653 Highway 76 Hiawassee GA
$109 nightly
The price is $127 total per night from Nov 1 to Nov 2
$127 total
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in Hiawassee. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,008 reviews)
"We stayed here because we went to a concert at the Georgia fairgrounds next door. The property is old and dated. The beds are springy and in dire need of replacement. The bathroom fan didn't work and the bathroom floor had stains indicating that it had not been mopped because I used a wet towel to ..."

Reviewed on Oct 4, 2026

Lake Chatuge Lodge
Alpine Valley Inn

Alpine Valley Inn

2 out of 5
749 Brucken Strasse Helen GA
$51 nightly
The price is $64 total per night from Nov 5 to Nov 6
$64 total
Nov 5 - Nov 6
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in Helen. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. Popular ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,172 reviews)
"Friendly staff and very clean room and bath."

Reviewed on Oct 5, 2026

Alpine Valley Inn
Unicoi State Park & Lodge

Unicoi State Park & Lodge

3 out of 5
1788 Highway 356 Helen GA
$176 nightly
The price is $210 total per night from Oct 6 to Oct 7
$210 total
Oct 6 - Oct 7
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this lodge in Helen. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), parking (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,004 reviews)
"We arrived and were given a room assignment and key. Entering our room we found it not serviced by housekeeping. TV on, bed a mess. Totally not acceptable. Staff at desk were put out they had to relocate us and not apologetic. Told me to come back later as they would TRY to get in touch with housekeeping ..."

Reviewed on Oct 5, 2026

Unicoi State Park & Lodge
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Postcard Cabins Chattahoochee, Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy

Postcard Cabins Chattahoochee, Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy

2 out of 5
286 Mossy Elm Rdg Suches GA
Stay at this cabin in Suches. Enjoy free parking, patios, and climate control. Popular attractions Coopers Creek Wildlife Management Area and Frozen Knob are ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (108 reviews)
"Good location, nature was all encompassing"

Reviewed on Oct 3, 2026

Postcard Cabins Chattahoochee, Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy
Alpine Crest Resort

Alpine Crest Resort

2 out of 5
273 Carrie Cox Dr Helen GA
Stay at this aparthotel in Helen. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a picnic area. Popular attractions Helen Tubing & Helen Water Park and Unicoi Hill Park ...
7.8/10 Good! (191 reviews)
"In door pool and hot tub nice club house easy path to main st loved it ."

Reviewed on Oct 5, 2026

Alpine Crest Resort
Tech Time: Secluded Treehouse Overlooking Creek

Tech Time: Secluded Treehouse Overlooking Creek

Dahlonega GA
Stay at this cabin in Dahlonega. Enjoy free WiFi, patios, and an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions Vickery House and The Historic Holly Theater are located ...
10/10 Exceptional! (37 reviews)
"The treehouse was very secluded even though it was only 2 miles from downtown. We enjoyed sitting out on the deck and listening to the creek. The treehouse was clean and well stocked. The host was quick to answer any questions."

Reviewed on Aug 1, 2026

Tech Time: Secluded Treehouse Overlooking Creek
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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