- Our list of the best things to do in Helen, Georgia, features the top 126 nearby activities — including 60 great attractions with user approval ratings of 90% or more!
- Helen, GA has a variety of great sights and experiences nearby. Top categories include: Outdoor Places, Amusement, Water Activities, and Museums & Galleries.
- The results below include the top 24 things to do within the city of Helen, GA , followed by 102 popular activities in nearby cities, including Dahlonega, Blairsville, Sautee Nacoochee, Clarkesville, Cleveland, Hiawassee, Toccoa, Hayesville, Clayton, Tiger, Gainesville and Young Harris
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Zip N Time is a local zip-line facility that offers entertaining and enjoyable zip line tours for those who visit. During the tours, guests are guided around by experienced employees and learn about the history of the local area.
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A part of the Chattahoochee National Forest, Anna Ruby Falls are twin waterfalls formed due to the convergence of two individual streams. The falls can be reached through an upward hike on a trail which weaves through the surrounding forest.
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Alpine Mini Golf is an 18 hole miniature golf course which offers more than just an entertaining game of golf. The facility also maintains a number of bird houses, picnic areas, a stream which flows through the golf course and an ice cream parlor.
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The word Chattahoochee is an Indian word which means 'river of painted rocks' relating to the fact that many colorful rock formations can be found along the Chattahoochee River. The surrounding area is also home to a number of recreation activities.
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There are plenty of springs, waterfalls, and trails uniting them in the 9,115 acres of the Raven Cliffs preserve. It is very popular among the wildlife watchers, with deer, black bears, and raccoons being the most spotted animals.
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Dukes Creek Falls Trail is a 1.9 round trip hiking trail that culminates in the visiting of a waterfall. The area has a recorded history back to the 16th century when Spanish explores visited it.
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Located in the Chattahoochee National Forest, Yonah Mountain Hiking Trail, is one of the best free hikes in the Southeast. This five mile round trip takes hikers through incredibly lush forests to rock outcroppings for stunning views.
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Dukes Creek Gold & Ruby Mines is a historic location where visitors can partake in basic mining. Visitors also have the chance to purchase gems from the retail shop onsite.
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Unicoi State Park is home to a wide range of hiking trails which include a lake loop, a trek to Anna Ruby Falls and a rugged track for bikers. Visitors can also enjoy swimming and canoeing at the lake.
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Cool River Tubing offers tubing on the Chattahoochee River with a choice between a long and short ride depending upon the visitor's requirement. They can also enjoy picnic and buy souvenirs at the outpost.