- 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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41.6 Miles
North Carolina contains an abundance of gemstones and valuable minerals, and Rose Creek Mine lets customers share in the excitement of unearthing something new and precious. Adults and children are welcome to search for amethyst, rubies, sapphires, citrine, topaz, quartz and garnets.
41.6 Miles
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38 votes
US 64, Nantahala National Forest, Highlands, NC
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A $4 parking fee grants visitors admission to the Cliffside Lake Recreation Area. This popular destination is excellent for hiking, biking, grilling and fishing. Visitors who wish to fish must have a valid North Carolina fishing license.
41.6 Miles
89%
28 votes
227 West Tennessee Ave, Blue Ridge, GA 37137
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Blue Ridge Mountain Kayaking is a great excursion for both beginner and experienced kayakers. Offering a selection of tour options, the company offers safe, guided tours through the peaceful and beautiful Blue Ridge area.
41.6 Miles
Owned and operated by Carmike Cinemas, Movies 400 is a local movie theater showing the latest released films to its guests. Amenities at the theater include matinee ticket specials, concessions, and weekday movie specials.
41.9 Miles
Located next to a high school, Buford Youth Sports Complex has a multipurpose field that hosts community football, lacrosse, and soccer games. The complex also has several tennis courts, with bleachers on a hill for spectators.
42.0 Miles
Located in the gemstone capital of the United States, the Cowee Mountain Ruby Mine specializes in mining and cutting amethyst, quartz, citrine, emeralds and sapphires. Admission is free, and customers who wish to pan for gems pay a small per-bucket fee.
42.2 Miles
With a play area with swings and a slide, the Buford Dam Park allows people to play, barbeque, and picnic. This park also has a campground with over 100 sites for both RV and tent camping.
42.3 Miles
94%
88 votes
5315 Bryson City Road, Franklin, NC 28734
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Gem and mineral enthusiasts flock to the Mason Mountain Mine & Cowee Gift Shop in Franklin, North Carolina. This family-owned business is popular with children and adults. Visitors may pan for gems at the mine site or purchase polished stones at the gift shop. Refreshments are also available.
42.3 Miles
The Sheffield Mine in Franklin, North Carolina is a seasonal mine that invites guests to 'come play in the dirt.' It is famous for its 'honkers' - huge stones often unearthed by customers. The Mine is not open in wintertime.
42.3 Miles
Featuring a guide familiar with the region's waterways, Western NC Fly Fishing Guide takes visitors to fishing destinations like Nantahala River and Tuckaseegee River. The guide provides all the fishing equipment, from rods to flies.