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Smithgall Woods Conservation Area

61 Tsalaki Trail, Helen, GA 30545
706 878 3087
Ranked #7 of 19 attractions in Helen
4.5 of 5 stars 9 Reviews
Type: Nature/ Wildlife Areas, Hiking Trails
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Blairsville, Georgia
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3 reviews 3 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 26, 2012 NEW

Real jewel in North Georgia Mountians. Nice introduction to woods,animals and plants. Try and see the Raptor Aviary...The Rangers care for wounded and sick Hawks, Owls... More

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Sautee Nacoochee, Georgia
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37 reviews 37 reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed March 27, 2012

Many things happen here that don't get well advertised. You stop in and find neat little events going on. Don't miss the birds behind the station that are kept because they were injured or crippled - beautiful creatures. Picnic tables as well as hiking trails and the lodge. More

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Gainesville GA
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29 reviews 29 reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
14 helpful votes 14 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed March 10, 2012

Scenery is a nice woodsy place to visit. Good trout fishing. Plenty of rocky streams and nice hiking trails. More

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Sautee Nacoochee, Georgia
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62 reviews 62 reviews
Reviews in 17 cities Reviews in 17 cities
11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 2, 2012

Great park, many trails for all levels. I am not a fishermen but trout fishing friends love this park. Cabins (really homes) are awesome for family stays. More

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Cleveland, Georgia
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36 reviews 36 reviews
Reviews in 32 cities Reviews in 32 cities
17 helpful votes 17 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed January 8, 2012

We live nearby and frequently walk here. During hunting season, call ahead because sometimes the trails are closed because of hunting. There are waterfalls, a covered bridge, and wildlife to observe. Most of the hiking is along either a paved or gravel road, with side trails heading off to the waterfalls or other nature trails. About 1 1/2 - 2... More

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Jackson, Tennessee
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11 reviews 11 reviews
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8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed September 13, 2011
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Take a couple of hours to get away and see the beauty of nature. After a few hours of the shops and stores in Helen, it was really fun to take a short walk in the woods, and see how beautiful the waterfalls and creeks were. The staff and volunteers at Smithgall were some of the nicest, most accomodating people... More

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Alpharetta, Georgia
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48 reviews 48 reviews
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97 helpful votes 97 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed September 1, 2011
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We visited this park for the hiking. You need to park right when you enter and check in with the park ranger and buy your $5 day parking pass. Parking pass is good for all the area parks too. The park ranger will provide you with a hiking map and/or any specific pamphlets for any of the trails you wish... More

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Georgia
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22 helpful votes 22 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed July 9, 2011

We had a great time at Smithgall. The staff were very nice and helpful. We brought our dog there and she had a great time! There is a creek that runs through the area and she went for a swim and loved it. The covered bridge is really cool. It's just a very nice area to get away from it... More

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Georgia
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed June 20, 2011

Lots of trails to hike. Just beautiful area. Knowledgeable staff. More

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