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and colors to the buildings, giving an Alpine look to the entire town. In January 1969, business own-ers and local carpenters began turning ideas into reality and all downtown stores were renovated. Facades of buildings were paint-ed with scenes of Bavaria and North Georgia, mirroring the migration of early settlers. In 2002 alone, $1.2 million was spent on improvements in the downtown area. Helen has accomplished much; it has created a new town and in-dustry, providing jobs for more people and boosting the economy of the entire area. Helen also commemorates its historic past when the early settlers came to this remote area. A village with moun-tain heritage and a touch of Bavaria, Helen has created a unique

experience for its visitor. So, this is the story of Helen, the miracle of a small, remote mountain community that revi-talized itself in various ways throughout several centuries and that today hosts nearly 2 million visitors each year.

What Does Helen Have to Offer?

Just northeast of Atlanta, off Interstate 985-365, and southwest of Greenville, SC, off Interstate 85, Helen pro-vides visitors a place to relax, away from the hustle and bustle of city life. More than 200 specialty and import shops, restaurants and over 1,100 quality rooms are located in Helen. Outside of town, cabins and chalets are available, many with cozy fireplaces in secluded settings. Visitors can enjoy river tubing, horseback riding, golf, canoeing, fishing, mountain biking or hiking to one of the many majestic waterfalls close by. Helen hosts one of the nation’s longest Oktoberfests each year, bringing in thousands of revelers.

What is Helen’s Climate Like?

Temperatures in the North Georgia Mountains vary greatly. Summer-time temperatures range from 90 degrees F during the day to 70 degrees F during the night, while winter temperatures range from 60 degrees F during the day to a low of 20 degrees F at night. Usually, the cool mountain breezes make the climate very comfortable for everyone.

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2018 Helen Travel Guide

2 ...................................................................................... Calendar of Events 13 ...................................................................................................Oktoberfest 14 ...................................................................................................Region Map 16 .........................................................................................................City Map 18 ..............................................................Unicoi State Park & Lodge Map 19 .........................................................................................Bed & Breakfasts 19 ....................................................................... Cabins & Vacation Rentals 22 ............................................................................................................ Motels 24 ..............................................................................................Campgrounds 25 .............................................................................................................Dining 28 .........................................................................................................Services 29 .............................................. Wedding Chapels & Reception Venues 30 ..................................................................................................... Shopping 33 .................................................................. Attractions & Entertainment 36 ................................................... Canoeing, Cruises, Rafting & Tubing 36 .................................................................Carriage & Horseback Riding 36 .................................................................................................................Golf 36 ..........................................................................................Mountain Biking 37 ..................................................................................Wine and Vineyards 38 ..................................................................................................Hiking Trails 39 ................................................................Waterfalls & Covered Bridges

The Alpine Helen-White County Convention & Visitors Bureau has complet-

ed this guide to aid in your discovery of the many natural attractions and

back road treasures located in this area of the Northeast Georgia moun-

tains. We hope you will enjoy your visit. Please stop by the Helen Welcome

Center when you arrive. Our well-trained staff will assist you with your visit

to Helen, White County, or Northeast Georgia. Call the Helen Welcome Cen-

ter at 1-800-858-8027, or contact us through our website at helenga.org.

WELCOME TO HELEN!How Did Helen Become What It Is Today?

Helen, nestled in the Blue Ridge Mountains on the Chattahoochee Riv-er, is a re-creation of an alpine village complete with cobblestone alleys and old-world towers. This Northeast Georgia village has a rich history linked to the Cherokee Indians and their burial mounds as well as early settlers who arrived in the early 1900s to mine for gold and cut virgin timber for a thriving lumber industry. Now celebrating its 49th year as a mountain community with a touch of Bavaria, Helen’s evolution into an alpine village began in 1968 when a

group of local businessmen met to discuss ways to revitalize their town. They ap-proached a nearby artist friend who had been stationed in Germany. He sketched the buildings, added gingerbread trim, details

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JANUARY

1 • First Day Hike, 1:30PM – 2PM, Hardman Farm, 706-878-1077 www.gastateparks.org/hardmanfarm

1 • First Day Hike, 1PM-3PM, Smithgall Woods, 706-878-3087 www.gastateparks.org/smithgallwoods

1 • First Day Hike, Unicoi State Park, 706-878-2201 www.unicoilodge.com

5 • Homeschool Day, Unicoi State Park, 706-878-2201 (Pre-registration required). www.unicoilodge.com

13 • Hogpen Hill Climb, Unicoi State Park. 18K and 5K races. Contact: Habitat for Humanity, 706-754-5313 x 201

19-March 18 • “Bright Shiny Things” Art Show featuring Gallery Jewelry Artists. Hallway Invitational: Celebrate the Arts children’s art exhibit, Sautee Nacoochee Center, 706-878-3933 www.snca.org

27 • Sautee at Night with Vicki McMurrough, 8PM, Sautee Nacoochee Center. Comedy talk show. 706-878-3300 www.snca.org

27 • Sautee Community Contra Dance, free lesson at 7:30PM, Dance 8PM-11PM, Sautee Nacoochee Center, 706-878-3300 www.snca.org

FEBRUARY


2-3 • Fasching Concert, Old Heidelberg Restaurant. Featuring Alex Meixner. 706-878-0061 www.facebook.com/oldheidelberghelen

3 • Faschingsverein’s March to the River followed by River Parade & Party, 1PM – 9PM, Down-town Helen. Fasching Party at Helendorf River Inn, www.facebook.com/FVHelen

9 • Fasching Concert, Old Heidelberg Restaurant. Featuring Gluckliches Trio. 706-878-0061 www.facebook.com/oldheidelberghelen

10 • The Culture of Tea, 11AM-12:30PM, Smithgall Woods. Warm up with hot teas from around the world! See how important tea is to various cultures and sample different varieties. 706-878-3087 www.gastateparks.org/smithgallwoods

10 • Valentine’s Celebration, BabyLand General Hospital. Prize drawings, holiday crafts, goody bags, costume characters. 706-865-2171 www.cabbagepatchkids.com

10 • Fasching Celebration German Mardi Gras Festival, 7PM-11PM, Festhalle. Come celebrate with music, dancing and fun! Costumes welcome but not required. Sponsored by the Helen Chamber of Commerce, 706-878-1908 www.helenchamber.com

14 • Valentine’s Dinner (Lodge Package Available), Unicoi State Park, 706-878-2201 www.unicoilodge.com

16-18 • Sautee Nacoochee Art Festival/Winterfest, featuring Southeastern Artists, Sautee Nacoochee Center, 706-878-3300, www.snca.org

17 • Smithgall Stargazers, 8:30pm-10PM, Smithgall Woods. Astronomy event. 706-878-3087 www.gastateparks.org/smithgallwoods

17-18 • 43rd Fireside Arts & Crafts Show, Saturday, 10AM-6PM, Sunday, 10AM-3PM, Unicoi State Park. Artists and craftsmen from all over the southeast will be in the lodge for this traditional event. Various media including wood carving, jewelry, oils/acrylics, wood turning, fiber, pottery and much more! 706-878-2201 www.unicoilodge.com

17-18 • Helen Winter Art Festival, 10AM-4PM, Helen Arts & Heritage Center, 706-878-3933 www.helenarts.org 21 • Volunteer Training Day, 11AM-4PM, Hardman Farm. Gearing up for our new season! Three training sessions offered for Docents, Tour Assistants and House Cleaners. www.gastateparks.org/hardmanfarm

22-25 • Helenblitz Mini Cooper Car Show, Helendorf River Inn, 706-878-2271 www.facebook.com/groups/Helenblitz

24 • Volunteer Training, 10AM-12PM, Smithgall Woods. Learn more about this special conservation area and what volunteer opportunities are available. 706-878-3087 www.gastateparks.org/smithgallwoods


24-25 • Valley Harmony Radio Show, Sautee Nacoochee Center. Musical Variety show. 706-878-3300, www.snca.org

25-March 10 • White County Student Art Competition Exhibit (Featuring the artwork of students in White County), Helen Arts & Heritage Center, 706-878-3933 www.helenarts.org

MARCH

Hardman Farm Guided Tours, each hour from 10AM-4PM, Thursday – Sunday, March – December, 706-878-1077 www.gastateparks.org/hardmanfarm Second Saturday of each month March-December – Emory Jones Book Signing, 10AM-3PM, Hardman Farm, 706-878-1077 www.gastateparks.org/hardmanfarm

1 • Opening Day at Hardman Farm, 10AM-4PM. Hardman Farm reopens for the season! Join us for a guided tour on the hour with the first one at 10AM and the last going out at 3PM. Guided tours are offered each Thursday – Sunday during our season, March – December. 706-878-1077 www.gastateparks.org/hardmanfarm

1-10 • White County Student Art Competition Exhibit (Featuring the artwork of students in White County), Helen Arts & Heritage Center, 706-878-3933 www.helenarts.org

2-Aug. 28 • Bingo every Tuesday and Friday, 7PM, Festhalle, 706-878-1908 or 706-878-2181 www.helenchamber.com


9 • Celebrate the Arts, 9AM-1PM, Sautee Nacoochee Center. An inclusive arts festival celebrating Exceptional Children’s Week. 706-878-3300 www.snca.org

10 • Hiroya Tsukamoto, Extraordinaire guitarist/poet. Sautee Nacoochee Center. 706-878-3300 www.snca.org

15 • Spring Art Exhibit Opening Reception, 5PM-7PM, Helen Arts & Heritage Center, 706-878-3933 www.helenarts.org

16-17 • Murder Mystery Dinner Theatre Sautee Nacoochee Center. Dinner and a “how-done’it? You? 706-878-3300 www.snca.org

16 • St. Patty’s Day Party, Old Heidelberg Restaurant. Featuring The Muckers. 706-878-0061 www.facebook.com/oldheidelberghelen

16-25 • 2018 Wine Highway Week, Various area wineries, 706-878-9463 www.georgiawine.com

17 • St. Patrick’s Celebration, Babyland General Hospital. Prize drawings, coloring pages, gold chocolate coins, costume characters. 706-865-2171 www.cabbagepatchkids.com

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PLEASE NOTE: All events are subject to change. Please call or visit websites prior to attending events to verify dates & times.

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EVENTS EVENTS17 • St. Patty’s Day Lunch and Activities, Unicoi State Park, 706-878-2201 www.unicoilodge.com

17 • St. Patty’s Day Party, Old Heidelberg Restaurant (2 bands). Featuring Keltic Kudzu & The Battlefield Collective. 706-878-0061 www. Facebook.com/oldheidelberghelen

17 • Flies & Fly Water, 9:30AM-12PM, Smithgall Woods. A “how to” on fly tying, stream reading, casting, and more. 706-878-3087 www.gastateparks.org/smithgallwoods

23 – May 20 • “Pins and Needles” Fiber Show, featuring Gallery Fiber Artists. Hallway Invita-tional: Fiber Art Display. Sautee Nacoochee Center, 706-878-3300 www.snca.org

24 • Easter Fun Fest, Unicoi State Park, 706-878-2201 www.unicoilodge.com

24 • Pancake Breakfast with the Easter Bunny, 8AM, Babyland General Hospital. Reservations required. 706-865-2171 ext. 0, www.cabbagepatchkids.com

24 • Magical Easter Eggstravaganza, Babyland General Hospital & White County Chamber of Commerce. Events throughout the day. Easter Egg Hunt with 30,000 eggs, prize drawings, outside vendors, costume characters, Easter Bonnet contest & more! 706-865-2171 www.cabbagepatchkids.com


31 • 29th Annual Trout Tournament, Helen Chamber of Commerce. Open to all ages. One raffle ticket for prizes is included in the entry, along with a tournament t-shirt while supplies last. Fish the Chattahoochee River for cash prizes in tagged fish. 706-878-1908. www.helenchamber.com

31 • Natural Egg Dying Program, 1PM-3PM, Hardman Farm. Learn how to dye your Easter eggs the old-fashioned way with natural materials. 706-878-1077 www.gastateparks.org/hardmanfarm

31 • Mad about Metamorphosis, 10AM-12PM, Smithgall Woods. This event will con-sist of a brief talk about amphibian and insect metamorphosis and will be fol-lowed by a hike looking at an ephemeral pond and wetland. 706-878-3087 www.gastateparks.org/smithgallwoods

31 • Full Moon Frog Calling Night Hike, 8PM-9:30PM, Smithgall Woods. Guided hike of the Wetland Loop Trail. 706-878-3087 www.gastateparks.org/smithgallwoods

31 • Blue Ribbon Bluegrass Festival, Sautee-Nacoochee Center. Bluegrass/old-time music. 706-878-3300 www.snca.org

APRIL

Bingo every Tuesday & Friday, 7PM, Festhalle, 706-878-1908 or 706-878-2181 www.helenchamber.com

Hardman Farm Guided Tours, each hour from 10AM-4PM, Thursday – Sunday, March – December, 706-878-1077 www.gastateparks.org/hardmanfarm

Second Saturday of each month March-December – Emory Jones Book Signing, 10AM-3PM, Hardman Farm, 706-878-1077 www.gastateparks.org/hardmanfarm

1 • Easter Sunday Dinner, Unicoi State Park, 706-878-2201 www.unicoilodge.com

2 • Unicoi Beach Opens, (limited schedule through Memorial Day), Unicoi State Park, 706-878-2201 www.unicoilodge.com

2-4 • Spring into the Stream Mini Day Camp, 9AM-12PM, Smithgall Woods. Children 8 & up. This three-day mini-camp will focus on stream systems and their inhabitants. Register in advance. 706-878-3087 www.gastateparks.org/smithgallwoods


7 • Sweep the Hooch, 9AM-12PM, Smithgall Woods. River clean-up of the Chattahoochee River. 706-878-3087 www.gastateparks.org/smithgallwoods


17 • United Way Celebrity Golf Tournament, Innsbruck Golf Course. Proceeds benefit the United Way of White County. 706-348-7067 www.unitedwayofwhitecounty.org

18-20 • 48 Hours of Creation Fundraiser, a competition fundraiser designed to challenge artists to create within a defined timeframe of 48 hours. Helen Arts & Heritage Center, 706-878-3933 www.helenarts.org

21 • Spring Bierfest, Bier Tasting 12PM-4PM, Evening Event 6PM-11PM, Festhalle. During the evening event try a little bit of Oktoberfest with a live German band and traditional German dancing, food & beverages. 706-878-1908 www.helenchamber.com

21 • Woof in the Woods, 11AM-1PM, Smithgall Woods. Canine related fun & activities. 706-878-3087, www.gastateparks.org/smithgallwoods

22 • Jeeps in the Vines Car Show, Kaya Vineyard & Winery, 706-219-3514, www.kayavineyards.com

22 • Earth Day Celebration, Sautee Nacoochee Center. A celebration offering environmen-tal activism education & arts projects for kids. 706-878-3300 www.snca.org

27-28 • Corvair Club, Festhalle, 229-291-0567 www.corvair.org

28 • Native American Cultures & Medicinal Plants, 10AM-12PM, Smithgall Woods. Brief talk about Native American culture in Northeast Georgia followed by a hike looking at medicinal plants used by these cultures. 706-878-3087 www.gastateparks.org/smithgallwoods


MAY





5 • 26th Annual Winefest, Habersham Winery. This is a great time to sample fine wines produced by the Winegrowers Association of Georgia at one location. You can enjoy great music and see fine art & crafts. 706-878-9463

5 • Cabbage Patch Kids Tea Party, Babyland General Hospital. Reservations Required. 706-878-2171 ext. 0

5 • Sautee Nacoochee Fiber Art Festival in the Valley, Sautee Nacoochee Center, 706-878-3300 www.snca.org

6 • Tour of Georgia Gran Fondo Bicycle Race, Downtown Helen. The ride starts in the heart of the North Georgia Mountains. [email protected]


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EVENTS EVENTS10 • Summer Art Exhibit Opening Reception, 5PM-7PM, Helen Arts & Heritage Center, 706-878-3933 www.helenarts.org


12-13 • One Family, Pastor Bob Prim, Sautee Nacoochee Center. Fundraiser for SNC per-forming arts. 706-878-3300 www.snca.org

13 • Mother’s Day Lunch, Unicoi State Park, 706-878-2201, www.unicoilodge.com

18-19 • Our Children’s Theater Education Class Performance, 7PM, Sautee Nacoochee Center, 706-878-3300 www.snca.org

19 • Katie Deal Concert, 5PM-7PM, Hardman Farm. Let Katie Deal carry you back to the good old days as she performs her version of some of your favorite classic country hits. 706-878-1077 www.gastateparks.org/hardmanfarm


24 • Business & Health Expo. Free event to the public which allows the community to learn about the products and services available to them in White County. 706-865-5356 www.whitecountychamber.org

25 – July 29 • “Wonders of Wood” Exhibit featuring Gallery Wood Artists. Hallway Invita-tional: Joyce and Mary Ellen Rand: Mother/Daughter Show, Sautee Nacoochee Center, 706-878-3300 www.snca.org

26 • Bavarianfest, 6PM – 11PM, Festhalle. Help us honor our Military and Civil Servants. Experience a live Oompah band, dancing and a festive Bavarian atmosphere. Import and domestic beers and wines, soft drinks, wursts on a bun with sauerkraut, hot dogs, pretzels and snacks will be available for sale. All active, retired and veterans and a guest get in free. (ID required). All other adults are only $8.00 each. Sponsored by the Helen Chamber of Commerce, 706-878-1908, www.helenchamber.com

31-June 2 • 45th Annual Helen to the Atlantic Hot Air Balloon Race, Helendorf Inn, 706-878-2271

31 - June 3 • 18th Annual US Riders News Reunion Run and 13th Annual Southeast Victory Run, Helen Riverside Park, 478-237-3761

JUNE




1-2 • 45th Annual Helen to the Atlantic Hot Air Balloon Race, Helendorf Inn, 706-878-2271

1-3 • 18th Annual US Riders News Reunion Run and 13th Annual Southeast Victory Run, Helen Riverside Park, 478-237-3761

2 • National Trails Day-Martin’s Mine Trail, 9AM-11AM, Smithgall Woods. Guided hike. 706-878-3087 www.gastateparks.org/smithgallwoods

2 • Explore the Unicoi Turnpike for National Trails Day, 10AM, Hardman Farm, 706-878-1077 www.gastateparks.org/hardmanfarm

2 • Sounds of Summer Night Hike, 8PM-9PM, Smithgall Woods. 706-878-3087 www.gastateparks.org/smithgallwoods

4-9 • Summer Arts Camp, Week 1, 8:30AM-3:30PM, Sautee Nacoochee Center. Camp for children ages 5-12. 706-878-3300 www.snca.org

4-July 23, Mondays-Georgia Master Naturalist, 9AM-4PM, Smithgall Woods. This 9-week long course is in partnership with Warnell School of Forestry at UGA. 706-878-3087, www.gastateparks.org/smithgallwoods

4-21 • Charity Silent Auction Fundraiser, June 1-3: Donation Intake, June 4-20: Online Silent Auction, June 21: Reception, 5PM-7PM. Helen Arts & Heritage Center, 706-878-3933 www.helenarts.org

9 • Kids’ Day at the Park, 10AM-1PM, Smithgall Woods. Bring your kids and their endless imaginations for a fun day of learning and play at Smithgall! 706-878-3087, www.gastateparks.org/smithgallwoods

9 • Shriner’s Parade, Downtown Helen. 706-878-2181

11-15 • Summer Arts Camp, Week 2, 8:30AM-3:30PM, Sautee Nacoochee Center. Camp for children ages 5-12. 706-878-3300 www.snca.org

15-16 • The Holler Games, Sautee Nacoochee Center. Membership appreciation game days. 706-878-3300 www.snca.org

16 • Mobile Dairy Classroom, 10AM-1PM, Hardman Farm. Dynamic and fun educational program operated by the Agricultural Commodity Commission for Milk. 706-878-1077 www.gastateparks.org/hardmanfarm


17 • Father’s Day Lunch, Unicoi State Park, 706-878-2201 www.unicoilodge.com

18-22 • Junior Ranger Camp, 9AM-12PM, Smithgall Woods. This 5-day long day camp will teach children about the natural world. 706-878-3087 www.gastateparks.org/smithgallwoods

19 • Anna Ruby Tuesday, 10AM-4PM, Hardman Farm. 6-10 year old girls will play period games, try on period clothes, take a short hike to Crescent Hill Baptist Church, and have an English tea. Advanced Registration, 706-878-1077 www.gastateparks.org/hardmanfarm


23 • Kaya’s Second Anniversary Event, Kaya Vineyards & Winery, 706-219-3514 www.kayavineyards.com

26 • Arrowheads through the Ages, 10AM-4PM, Hardman Farm, 706-878-1077 www.gastateparks.org/hardmanfarm

30 • Meet & Greet 4th of July Cabbage Patch Kid Costume Character, Babyland General Hospital, 706-865-2171 www.cabbagepatchkids.com

JULY


Hardman Farm Guided Tours, each hour from 10AM-4PM, Thursday – Sunday, March – December, 706-878-1077 www.gastateparks.org/hardmanfarm.


4 • Annual Fireworks at Dusk, behind the Alpine Village Shoppes, 706-878-2181, ww.helenga.org


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EVENTS EVENTS7 • Sounds of Summer Night Hike, 8PM-9PM, Smithgall Woods. 706-878-3087 www.gastateparks.org/smithgallwoods

10 • Anna Ruby Tuesday, 10AM-4PM, Hardman Farm. 6-10 year old girls will play period games, try on period clothes, take a short hike to Crescent Hill Baptist Church and have an English tea. Advanced Registration, 706-878-1077 www.gastateparks.org/hardmanfarm

12 • Judged Art Competition Awards Reception, 5PM-7PM, Helen Arts & Heritage Center, 706-878-3933 www.helenarts.org

17 • Arrowheads Through the Ages, 10AM-4PM, Hardman Farm, www.gastateparks.org/hardmanfarm

20-21 • Auntie Q & Her Wayward Girls, Sautee Nacoochee Center. A curious variety show. 706-878-3300 www.snca.org

20-28 • Georgia Mountain Fair, Hiawassee Fairgrounds, 706-896-4191

23-27 • Caring for the Winged Ones Camp, ages 7-11, 9AM-3PM, Smithgall Woods, 706-878-3087, www.gastateparks.org/smithgallwoods

27 • Annual Golf Tournament, 8AM, Mossy Creek Golf Course. Annual golf tourna-ment fundraiser for the White County Chamber of Commerce. 706-865-5356 www.whitecountychamber.org


AUGUST




3-September 30 • “Adventures in Clay and Glass” Show featuring Gallery Pottery/Ceramic/Glass Artists. Hallway Invitational: Chestatee Artists Group. Sautee Nacoochee Center, 706-878-3300 www.snca.org

3-5 • Cheever, Sautee Nacoochee Center. The story of folk potter Cheever Meaders by playwright Emory Jones. 706-878-3300 www.snca.org

4 • Helen Import Day, Wilkins Field, [email protected] www.helenimportday.com

9-12 • Cheever, Sautee Nacoochee Center. The story of folk potter Cheever Meaders by playwright Emory Jones. 706-878-3300 www.snca.org


15 • Taste of Helen, 5PM-8PM, Festhalle. Culinary Tastes of Helen from local eateries. Music and cash bar. Sponsored by the Helen Chamber of Commerce. 706-878-1908. www.helenchamber.com

18 • Gold Fever, 9AM-12PM, Smithgall Woods, 706-878-3087 www.gastateparks.org/smithgallwoods 25 • Ken Bonfield, extraordinaire guitarist, Sautee Nacoochee Center, 706-878-3300 www.snca.org


26 • Bean Creek Choir and Friends, local African American choir celebration, Sautee Nacoochee Center, 706-878-3300 www.snca.org

31 • YART Sale, 12pm-4pm, Helen Arts & Heritage Center. Sale of art supplies and surplus art items. 706-878-3933 www.helenarts.org

SEPTEMBER




1 • Folk Pottery Arts Festival, Folk Pottery Museum/Sautee Nacoochee Center, 706-878-3300 www.snca.org

5 • A Day in the Park for Veterans, 11AM-2PM, Helen Riverside Park. Helen Arts & Heritage Center, co-hosted with the City of Helen. 706-878-3933 www.helenarts.org

6-9, 13-16, 20-23, 27-Oct. 28 • 48th Annual Oktoberfest, Festhalle. Helen’s biggest celebra-tion! German music, dancing, food & drinks! Enjoy Waltzes, Polkas and the Chicken Dance performed by authentic Bavarian and some of America’s premier artists! Okto-berfest will run from Sept. 6-9, then will run again from Sept. 13-16, then will run again from Sept. 20-23, then will run again from Sept. 27 and continue daily through Oct. 28. 706-878-1908 or 706-878-2181 www.helenchamber.com

8 • Oktoberfest Parade, 12PM, Downtown Helen. Celebrate the opening of Oktoberfest. The “tapping of the keg” follows the parade. 706-878-1908 www.helenchamber.com

8 • 40th Birthday Party, Babyland General Hospital. 706-865-2171 www.cabbagepatchkids.com

9 • Cannon Classical Series, Sautee Nacoochee Center. Featuring Susan Ottzen, classical harp and Eric Fontaine, clarinet. 706-878-3300 www.snca.org

13 • Fall Art Exhibit Opening Reception, 5PM-7PM, Helen Arts & Heritage Center, 706-878-3933 www.helenarts.org

15 • Georgia’s Spirit of Appalachia Food, Wine & Art Festival, 10AM-5PM, Hardman Farm. Award-winning creations by some of Georgia’s best chefs, artists, craft breweries and vineyards. 706-865-5356 www.whitecountychamber.org

22-23 • Spirit of Harvest Festival, Kaya Vineyards & Winery, 706-219-3514 www.kayavineyards.com

22 • Sautee Nacoochee Center, 7PM, an opportunity for children of all ages to perform their talents in front of an audience. 706-878-3300 www.snca.org


23 • Outdoor Adventure Day, Unicoi State Park, 706-878-2201 www.unicoilodge.com

29 • Our Parks Day, Unicoi State Park, 706-878-2201 www.unicoilodge.com

29 • Your State Parks Day, 10AM-12PM, Hardman Farm. Volunteers around the country will be helping to improve their favorite state park or historic site on this special day. 706-878-1077 www.gastateparks.org/hardmanfarm


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29 • Volunteer Work Day for ADA Trail, 9AM-12PM, Smithgall Woods. In celebration of Your State Parks Day. 706-878-3087 www.gastateparks.org/smithgallwoods

29-30 • DeDe Vogt in Concert/CD Release, Sautee Nacoochee Center, 706-878-3300 www.snca.org

29 • Agri-Fest/Country Market & Pottery Comes to Town, Freedom Park, Downtown Cleveland. 706-865-5356 www.whitecountychamber.org

OCTOBER



1-28 • 48th Annual Oktoberfest, Festhalle. Helen’s biggest celebration! German music, dancing, food & drinks! Enjoy Waltzes, Polkas and the Chicken Dance performed by authentic Bavarian and some of America’s premier artists! 706-878-1908 or 706-878-2181 www.helenchamber.com 5 • Homeschool Day, Unicoi State Park, 706-878-2201 (Pre-registration required). www.unicoilodge.com

5-November 18 • “Art Bonanza” Exhibit, featuring All Gallery Artists. Hallway Invitational: Georgia Watercolor Society. Sautee Nacoochee Center, 706-878-3300 www.snca.org

6 & 27 • Fall Hayride, 1:30PM-3PM, Smithgall Woods. 706-878-3087 www.gastateparks.org/smithgallwoods


7 • Cannon Classical Series featuring Vega String Quartet, Sautee Nacoochee Center, 706-878-3300 www.snca.org

12-14 & 18-21 • King Lear, Shakespeare. Sautee Community Center, 706-878-3300 www.snca.org

12-20 • Georgia Mountain Fall Festival, Hiawassee Fairgrounds, 706-896-4191

20 • Fall Celebration at Hardman Farm, 10AM-4PM, Hardman Farm, www.gastateparks.org/hardmanfarm

20 • Haunted Hike, 8PM-9:30PM, Smithgall Woods. Night hike, creepy tales and scary legends by firelight. 706-878-3087 www.gastateparks.org/smithgallwoods

20 • Family Promise Helen Duck Race, 4PM, Downtown Helen in the Chattahoochee River. Family fun to benefit homeless families. www.familypromiseofwhitecounty.com 27 • Fall Festival, Unicoi State Park, 706-878-2201 www.unicoilodge.com


27 • Art-Oberfest Arts & Crafts Festival, 10AM-5PM, Helen Arts & Heritage Center, 706-878-3933 www.helenarts.org

27 • Halloween at BabyLand General Hospital, dress in costume, hourly prize drawings, candy treat bag and more! 706-865-2171 www.cabbagepatchkids.com

31 • Halloween Safety Carnival, 6PM, Helen City Hall, 706-878-2722 www.cityofhelen.org

31 • Trunk or Treat, Carnival & Haunted House, 5:30PM-8PM, Sautee Nacoochee Center, 706-878-3300 www.snca.org

NOVEMBER




3 • Fall Hayride, 1:30PM-3PM, Smithgall Woods. 706-878-3087 www.gastateparks.org/smithgallwoods

4 • Cannon Classical Series featuring Perimeter Flutes, Sautee Nacoochee Center, 706-878-3300 www.snca.org

8 • Winter Art Exhibit Opening Reception, 5PM-7PM, Helen Arts & Heritage Center, 706-878-3933 www.helenarts.org

10-11 • Lilies of the Valley, Sautee Nacoochee Center. Talented Sautee Valley women singer/songwriters. 706-878-3300 www.snca.org

17 • Pancake Breakfast with Santa, 8AM, Babyland General Hospital. Reservations required. 706-865-2171 ext. 0

17 • Appalachian Christmas Celebration, BabyLand General Hospital. Decorations, carolers, prize drawings, milk & cookies with Mrs. Claus, lighting of BabyLand at 5PM. 706-865-2171 www.cabbagepatchkids.com

18-Dec. 8 – Festival of Trees, Unicoi State Park Lodge. View the beautifully decorated trees and wreaths. Trees and wreaths are available for bid. This event is held each year to raise money for United Way of White County. The trees are awarded to the highest bidders at 2PM on December 8. 706-878-2201. www.unitedwayofwhitecounty.org

22 • Thanksgiving Dinner, (by reservation) Unicoi State Park, 706-878-2201 www.unicoilodge.com

23 • Annual Lighting of the Village, 6PM, Downtown Helen, 706-878-2181 www.helenga.org

23-January 6 “Santa’s Workshop” Exhibit, featuring all Gallery Artists. Hallway Invitational: Colored Pencil Nature Art and 25 paintings. Sautee Nacoochee Center, 706-878-3300 www.snca.org

23-24 • Mistletoe Market 10AM-5PM, Helen Arts & Heritage Center, 706-878-3933, www.helenarts.org


30-Dec. 1 A Victorian Christmas in Nacoochee, 4PM-7PM, Hardman Farm. See the house gently dressed in period holiday décor and learn about Victorian holiday traditions. 706-878-1077 www.gastateparks.org/hardmanfarm

30-Dec. 1 Sautee Stars’ Fall Production of Fairytale Theater, children’s theater education class performance. Sautee Nacoochee Center, 706-878-3300 www.snca.org

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EVENTSSecond Saturday of each month March-December – Emory Jones Book Signing, 10AM-3PM, Hardman Farm, 706-878-1077 www.gastateparks.org/hardmanfarm

1-8 • Festival of Trees, Unicoi State Park Lodge. View the beautifully decorated trees and wreaths. Trees and wreaths are available for bid. This event is held each year to raise money for United Way of White County. The trees are awarded to the highest bidders at 2PM on December 8. 706-878-2201. www.unitedwayofwhitecounty.org

1 • Annual Christmas in the Mountains Festival & Lighted Parade, 5PM-8PM, Downtown Cleve-land 706-865-5356 www.whitecountychamber.org

1-2, 8-9 • 11th Annual Christkindlmarkt – Downtown Helen, Traditional German event. Booths are setup on the Marketplatz where visitors can enjoy the holiday atmo-sphere. The market offers everything from unique gifts and decorations to an assortment of savory and sweet foods, drinks and candied treats. 706-878-1908, www.helenchamber.com


7, 8, 14, 15 • A Victorian Christmas in Nacoochee, 4PM-7PM, Hardman Farm. See the house gently dressed in period holiday décor and learn about Victorian holiday traditions. 706-878-1077 www.gastateparks.org/hardmanfarm

8 • Lantern Parade (weather permitting), Decorating at 4:00pm, parade to follow at 5:00pm. Children may decorate a paper lantern and join us in the lantern parade from downtown Helen to the Festhalle where they can enjoy a bonfire and s’mores. Helen Chamber of Commerce 706-878-1908. www.helenchamber.com

8 • Annual Christmas Parade, 2PM, Downtown Helen. Christmas Elves and Christmas char-acters along with Santa coming to town! 706-878-2181 www.helenga.org

9 • Cannon Classical Series featuring Barbara Luhn, pianist. Sautee Nacoochee Center, 706-878-3300 www.snca.org

15 • Christmas in the Cabin, 1PM-3PM, Smithgall Woods. Hot cocoa, Christmas songs, crafts. 706-878-3087 www.gastateparks.org/smithgallwoods.

15 • Roxie Watson, old-time, acoustic. Sautee Nacoochee Center, 706-878-3300 www.snca.org

16 • Breakfast with Santa, Unicoi State Park, 706-878-2201 www.unicoilodge.com


25 • Christmas Dinner (by reservation), Unicoi State Park, 706-878-2201 www.unicoilodge.com

31 • Dropping of the Edelweiss New Year’s Eve Event, 8PM-Midnight. Sponsored by the Helen Chamber of Commerce, 706-878-1908 www.helenchamber.com

31 • New Year’s Eve Celebration (Lodging and Party Package available), Unicoi State Park, 706-878-2201 www.unicoilodge.com

PLEASE NOTE: All events are subject to change.

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MILEAGE TO HELENAlbany ...................... 257 Cumming ...............56 Pine Mountain .........164Athens ........................ 68 Dalton .....................97 Ringgold ................... 125Atlanta ....................... 86 Dawsonville ...........45 Rome .......................... 117Augusta .................... 163 Dublin .................... 187 Savannah ................. 274Brunswick ...............324 Ellijay .......................57 Stone Mtn. ................. 78Calloway Grdn ........164 Florida Line ........ 334 Tallapoosa ................143Cartersville ...............105 Hartwell ..................68 Tifton ........................269Cedartown ............... 138 LaGrange .............160 Valdosta ....................315Columbus ..................191 Lavonia .................. 50 Vidalia ......................220Commerce ................ 49 Macon ................... 143 Warner Robins ........168Cordele .....................219 Marietta ..................92 Waycross .................294

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ACCOMMODATIONSBed and Breakfasts

Alpine Hilltop Haus362 Chattahoochee Strasse, Helen GA 30545706-878-2388 | www.alpinehilltop.com

Black Forest Bed & Breakfast & Vacation Rentals8902 North Main St., Helen, GA 30545706-878-3995 | www.blackforestvacationrentals.com

Mountain Laurel Farm91 Heartland Dr., Cleveland, Ga 30528678-532-8194 | www.mtnlaurelfarm.com

Cabins & Vacation Rentals

AAA Beautiful Cabins at Tanglewood See our ad on page 493387 Hwy 356, Sautee, GA 30571706-878-3286 | www.tanglewoodcabinrentals.com

Acorns of Gold Cabins478-272-9682 | www.acornsofgold.com

Adventure Lodges of Georgia-Unicoi State Park See ad on p. 411788 Hwy 356 North, Helen, GA 30545800-573-9659 or 706-878-2201 | www.unicoilodge.com

Alemaigne Haus Cabin706-219-3914 | www.alemaignehauscabin.com

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ACCOMMODATIONSChimney Shadows Cabin Rentals156 & 224 Shadows Dr., Sautee, GA 30571706-865-4935 | www.chimneyshadows.com

Country Hideaway75 Enchanted Way, Cleveland, GA 305281-800-514-1618 | www.countryhideawayresorts.com

Creekwood RV Park & Cabins5730 Highway 356, Sautee, GA 30571706-878-2164 | www.creekwoodresort.com

The Ferienhaus Helen, GA 30545678-381-7939 | www.homeescape.com/90615440

Gabby’s Cabins3083 Helen Hwy, Cleveland, GA 30528706-865-6772 | www.gabbyscabins.com

Georgia Mountain Rentals See our ad on page 48877-883-8400 | www.cabinsinhelen.com

IGLS Resort at Innsbruck98 Schwarzwald Strasse, Helen, GA 30545706-878-2400 or 800-204-3536 | www.innsbruckresort.com

Leisure Acres Cabins and Campgrounds 3840 Westmorland Rd., Cleveland Ga 30528706-865-6466 | www.leisureacrescampground.com

Loreley Resort 387 Brucken Strasse, Helen, GA 30545706-878-2238 | www.loreleyresort.com

Pinnacle Cabins See our ad on page 428063 S Main St., Helen, GA 30545706-754-2533| www.pinnaclecabinrental.com

Riverbend Motel and Cabins See our ad on page 60134 River Street, Helen, GA 30545706-878-2155 | www.riverbendmotelandcabins.com

Sautee Hereford Ranch706-969-1565 | www.shrlodge.com

ACCOMMODATIONSAlpine Crest Resort273 Carrie Cox Dr., Helen, GA 30545706-878-2133 | www.alpinecrest.org | [email protected]

Alpine Helen Mountain Rentals706-878-2974 | www.helengarentals.com

Alpine Mountain Cabins 7489 Hwy. 75 Alt., Helen, GA 30545706-878-3111 | www.amchelen.com

Bear Creek Lodge & Cabins See our ad on page 41219 Escowee Dr., Helen, GA 30545706-878-9075 | www.bearcreeklodgeandcabins.com


Blue Creek Cabins & Weddings2129 Dean Mountain Rd., Cleveland, GA 30528706-865-1405 | www.bluecreekcabins.com

Cabin Rentals of Helen See our ad on page 518016 Main St., Helen, GA 30545888-451-0651 or 706-878-4634 | www.renthelen.com

Cameron House Retreat268 Cameron Rd., Cleveland, Ga 30528561-445-4665 | www.cameronhouseretreat.com

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ACCOMMODATIONSSautee Nacoochee Vineyards Lodging706-878-0542 | www.vrbo.com/1074223 | [email protected]

Smithgall Woods See our ad on page 4961 Tsalaki Trail, Helen, GA 30545 706-878-3087 | gastateparks.org/smithgallwoods

Motels

Adventure Lodges of Georgia - Unicoi State Park See ad on p. 411788 Hwy 356 North, Helen, GA 30545 800-573-9659 or 706-878-2201 | www.unicoilodge.com

Alpine Valley Inn See our ad on page 58749 Bruckenstrasse, Helen, Ga 30545706-878-2141

Americas Best Value Inn See our ad on page 588288 S Main St., Helen, GA 30545 706-878-4079 | www.americasbestvalueinn.com

Bavarian Brook Rentals See our ad on page 20859 Edelweiss Strasse, Helen, GA 30545800-422-6355 or 706-878-2840 | www.helenga.net

ACCOMMODATIONS

Castle Inn8580 N. Main St., Helen, GA 30545706-878-0053 or 706-878-3140 | www.castleinn-helen.com

Country Inn and Suites See our ad on page 55877 Edelweiss Strasse, Helen, GA 30545800-456-4000 or 706-878-9000 | www.countryinns.com/helenga

Econo Lodge101 Edelweiss Strasse, Helen, GA 30545706-878-8000 or 800-443-6488 | www.hotelmotelhelenga.com

Hampton Inn on the River See our ad on page 52 147 Unicoi Street, Helen, GA 30545(800)HAMPTON or 706-878-3310 | www.hamptoninn3.hilton.com

Helendorf River Inn & Conference Center See ad on page 4333 Munichstrasse, Helen, GA 30545800-445-2271 or 706-878-2271 | www.helendorf.com

Hofbrau Riverfront Hotel See our ad on page 588949 N. Main St., Helen, GA 30545 | 706-878-2184

Holiday Inn Express & Suites See our ad on page 598100 South Main St., Helen, Ga 30545706-878-1084 | www.hiexpress.com/helenga

Jameson Inn 11 Edelweiss St., Helen, GA 30545 See our ad on page 58706-878-1451

Quality Inn 15 Yonah St., Helen GA, 30545706-878-2268 | www.choicehotels.com/georgia/helen/quality-inn-hotels/ga617

Red Roof Inn8171 S Main St., Helen, GA 30545706-878-8888 | www.redroof.com

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ACCOMMODATIONSRiverbend Motel and Cabins See our ad on page 60134 River Street, Helen, GA 30545706-878-2155 | www.riverbendmotelandcabins.com

Surestay See our ad on page 598396 South Main St. Helen Ga 30545706-878-2191

Valhalla Resort Hotel See our ad on page 50688 Bahn Innsbruck, Helen, GA 30545706-878-2200 | www.valhallaresorthotel.com

Campgrounds


Cherokee Campground45 Bethel Rd., Sautee, GA 30571706-878-2267 | www.cherokeerv.com

Creekwood RV Park & Cabins5730 Highway 356, Sautee, GA 30571706-878-2164 | www.creekwoodresort.com

Jenny’s Creek Campground4542 Hwy. 129 North, Cleveland, GA 30528706-865-6955 | www.jennyscreek.com

Treehouse Tent Rentals by HitchTopTent 727-224-9679 | www.Hitchtoptent.com | [email protected]

Unicoi Springs Camp Resort - Private Family Resort2444 Hwy 356, Helen, GA 30545706-878-2104 | www.unicoisprings.com

ACCOMMODATIONS

DINING1837 Stovall House Restaurant1526 Hwy 255, Sautee, GA 30571706-206-9581 | www.stovallhouse.com

Adventure Lodges of Georgia-Unicoi State Park See ad on p. 411788 Hwy 356 North, Helen, GA 30545800-573-9659 or 706-878-2201 | www.unicoilodge.com

Bernies Restaurant at Nacoochee Valley Guest House2220 Hwy 17, Sautee, GA 30571706-878-3830 | www.letsgotobernies.com

Betty’s Country Store18 Yonah St., Helen, GA 30545706-878-2943 | www.bettysinhelen.com

Bigg Daddy’s Restaurant and Tavern807 Edelweiss St., Helen, GA 30545706-878-2739 | www.biggdaddys.com

Bodensee Restaurat64 Munich Strasse, Helen, GA 30545706-878-1026 | www.bodenseerestaurant.com

Cafe International8546 Main St., Helen, GA 30545706-878-3102 | www.helenga.org/business/cafe-international

Catch 22 Gastropub8160 S. Main St., Helen, GA 30545706-878-0077 | www.catch22gp.com

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Cimmi’s Cafe 9667 N. Main St., Helen, GA 30545706-878-6037 | www.facebook.com/Cimmis-Cafe-206405016177433

Cowboys and Angels See our ad on page 4460 Chattahoochee Street, Helen, GA 30545706-878-3433 | www.cowboysangels.net

Creekside Deli16 Old Nacoochee Rd., Cleveland, GA 30528706-865-3666 | www.helenga.org/business/creekside-deli

Freeze Cream8520 S. Main St., Helen, GA 30545706-878-8493 | Facebook:freeze cream www.freezecreamusa.com

HofbrauHaus Restaurant and GI German Pub9001 N. Main St., Helen, GA 30545706-878-2248 | www.helenga.org/business/hofbrau-haus-restaurant

Hofer’s Bakery & Cafe8758 N. Main St., Helen, GA 30545706-878-8200 | www.hofers.comAuthentic Bavarian bakery and restaurant serving breakfast and lunch daily. German beers compliment our distinctive interna-tional specialties. German cakes, pastries, & bread prepared on premises.

Homemade Ice Cream, Gifts and More8635 North Main St., Helen, GA 30545706-878-2394 | www.homemadeicecreaminhelen.com

The Meeting Place Family Restaurant8797 N. Main St., Helen, GA 30545706-878-3200 | www.helenga.org/business/meeting-place-family-restaurant

Muller’s Famous Fried Cheese Cafe60 Chattahoochee Strasse, Helen, GA 30545706-892-1212 | www.mullerscafe.com

Old Heidelberg8660 N. Main St., Helen, GA 30545706-878-0061 | Facebook: Old Heidelberg Ggerman Restaurant-Bar-Music Hall Helen Georgia

The Old Bavaria Inn Restaurant & Gift Shop8619 North Main St., Helen, GA 30545 | 706-878-3729

Featuring Authentic German Cuisine & American Specialities

A Sampling of our Menu: • Wiener Schnitzel • Leberkas with Grilled Onions

• Rinder Rouladen • Sauerbraten • Kasseler Rippchen • Blackforest Chicken • Steaks, Trout, Shrimp • Apple Streudel

• Bavarian Pretzel direct from Munich

Old Sautee Store2315 GA Hwy 17, Sautee, GA 30571706-878-2281 | www.oldsauteestore.com

Paul’s Margarita Deck8537-B South Main St., Helen, GA 30545706-878-5501 | www.paulssteakhouse.com/margarita-deck/margarita-deck.html

Pauls Steak House See our ad on page 538537-A South Main St., Helen, GA 30545706-878-2468 | www.paulssteakhouse.com

Scoop De Scoop7910 South Main St., Helen, GA 30545706-878-4082 | www.helenminigolf.com

Soda Jerks Ice Cream Shoppe8600 N. Main St., Helen, GA 30545706-878-3561 | www.imasodajerk.com

Troll Tavern8590B North Main St., Helen, GA 30545706-878-3117 | www.trolltavern.com

Wendell’s Country Restaurant5012 Helen Hwy, Sautee, GA 30571706-348-1431 | www.wendellscountryrestaurant.com

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SERVICESWeddings

Alpine Wedding Chapel91 Munich Strasse, Helen, GA 30545800-873-9351 or 706-878-5683 | www.alpineweddingchapel.com

BabyLand General® Hospital See our ad on page 33300 NOK Drive, Cleveland, GA 30528706-865-2171 | www.cabbagepatchkids.com

Bernies Restaurant at Nacoochee Valley Guest House2220 Hwy 17, Sautee, GA 30571706-878-3830 | www.letsgotobernies.com


Blue Creek Cabins & Weddings2129 Dean Mountain Rd., Cleveland, GA 30528706-865-1405 | www.bluecreekcabins.com

The Cottage Vineyard and Winery5050 Hwy 129 North, Cleveland, GA 30528706 865-0053 | www.cottagevineyardwinery.com

Georgia Mountain Rentals See our ad on page 48877-883-8400 or 706-878-8400www.georgiamtnrentals.com

Hofer’s Bakery & Cafe See our ad on page 268758 N. Main St., Helen, GA 30545706-878-8200 | www.hofers.com

Lucille’s Mountain Top Inn & Spa See our ad on page 19 964 Rabun Rd., Sautee, GA 30571706-878-5055 | www.lucillesmountaintopinn.com

Mountain Laurel Farm91 Heartland Dr., Cleveland, Ga 30528678-532-8194 | www.mtnlaurelfarm.com

On the RiverWeddings93 River St., Helen, GA 30545706-244-2281 | www.facebook.com/OnTheRiverWeddings

Sautee Mountain Retreat595 Hwy 255, Clarkesville, GA 30523404-985-7859 | www.sauteemountainretreat.com

Smithgall Woods61 Tsalaki Trail, Helen, GA 30545706-878-3087 | gastateparks.org/smithgallwoods

Tanglewood Cabins & Conference Center Lodge See page 493387 Highway 356, Sautee, GA 30571706-878-3286 | www.tanglewoodcabinrentals.com

The Venue at CeNita Vineyards 659 Dock Dorsey Rd., Cleveland, GA 30528706-892-7399 | www.cenitavineyards.com

Yonah Mountain Vineyards 1717 Hwy 255 S., Cleveland, GA 30528706-878-5522 | www.yonahmountainvineyards.com

SERVICESRealtors

Barbara Hatcher, Associate Broker at Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Metro Brokers 770-530-2342 | www.homesinnorthga.com

Services

1920 Tattoo8065 S Main St., Helen, GA 30545706-878-1920 | www.1920tattoo.com

Alpine Helen/White County Convention & Visitors Bureau726 Bruckenstrasse, PO Box 730, Helen, GA 30545 800-858-8027 or 706-878-2181 | www.helenga.org

Alpine Taxi and Wine ToursPO BOX 433, Helen, GA 30545706-969-5311 | www.alpinetaxihelen.com

Elite Excurions 762-230-9463 | www.explorenorthga.com

Helen Chamber of Commerce See our ad on page 13706-878-1908 | www.helenchamber.com

Helen Soap Opera Laundromat963 Edelweiss Strasse, Helen, GA 30545706-779-2066

J C Outdoors8016 S Main St., Helen, GA 30545229-938-4458 | Facebook: J C Outdoors

Lucille’s Mountain Top Inn & Spa See our ad on page 19 964 Rabun Rd., Sautee, GA 30571706-878-5055 | www.lucillesmountaintopinn.com

Nacoochee Crossing Wellness Center35 Nacoochee Way, Sautee, GA 30571706-250-2123 | www.nacoocheewellness.com

Paddlefish Productions706-219-1655 | www.paddlefishproductions.com

Randys Helen Pharmacy8016 South Main St. A#1, Helen, GA 30545706-878-0066 | www.randyshelenpharmacy.com

VIP Travel & VIP Southern Tours2276 Hwy 17, Suite C, Sautee, Ga 30571706-878 1011 | www.vipalpinetours.com, www.vipsoutherntours.com

White County Chamber of Commerce See our ad on page 56122 N Main St., Cleveland, GA 30528706-865-5356 | www.whitecountychamber.org

Woody’s Mountain Bikes457 Hwy 356, Helen, GA 30545 on the way to Unicoi State Park.706-878-3715 | www.woodysmtb.com

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SHOPPINGThe Gourd Place2319 Duncan Bridge Rd., Sautee, GA 30571706-865-4048 | www.gourdplace.com

Habersham Winery See our ad on page 457025 South Main St., Helen, GA 30545706-878-9463 | www.habershamwinery.com

Hansel & Gretel Candy Kitchen See our ad on page 578651 Main Street, Helen, GA 30545706-878-2443 | www.hanselandgretelcandykitchen.com

Helen Arts and Heritage Council25 Chattahoochee Strasse, Helen, GA 30545706-878-3933 | www.helenarts.org

Hickory Flat Pottery13664 Hwy 197 North, Clarkesville, GA 30523706-947-0030 | www.hickoryflatpottery.com

Hofer’s Bakery & Cafe See our ad on page 26 8758 North Main St., Helen, GA 30545706-878-8200 | www.hofers.com

Homemade Ice Cream, Gifts & More8635 N Main St., Helen, GA 30545706-878-2394 | www.homemadeicecreaminhelen.com

Itty Bitty Wonders11 Chattahoochee Strasse, Helen, GA 30545706-878-0065 | www.helenga.org/business/itty-bitty-wonders

J C Outdoors8016 S Main St., Helen, GA 30545229-938-4458 | Facebook: J C Outdoors

Jolly’s Toys8800 North Main St., Helen, GA 30545706-878-2262 | www.helenga.org/business/jollystoys

The Lavender Cottage & Garden53 Hwy. 255 N, Sautee Nacoochee, GA 30571706-878-0100 | www.thelavendercottageandgarden.com

Lavender Lamb Farm176 Bugle Dr., Cleveland, GA 30528706-865-0510 | www.lavenderlambfarm.com

Lindenhaus Imports 8669 North Main St., Helen, GA 30545706-878-2357 | www.lindenhausimports.com

Mimi’s Fashion Jewelry and Accessories8689 N. Main St., Helen, GA 30545706-878-5527 | www.helenga.org/business/mimis-fashion-jewelry-accessories

Mountain Haus Treats23 Chattahoochee St., Helen, GA 30545706-400-0952

Nacoochee Village Antique Mall See our ad on page 457091 South Main St., Helen, GA 30545706-878-4069 | www.nacoocheevillage.com

SHOPPINGAlpenland International67 Alpenland Dr. Business Park, Cleveland, GA 30528706-219-0256 | www.alpenland.us

Alpine Candy Mine8520-J South Main St., Helen, GA 30545706-878-9022 | Facebook: Alpine Candy Mine

Alpine Festival of Arts and Crafts8600 N Main St., Helen, GA 30545706-878-1283 | www.alpinefest.com

Alpine Village Shoppes8016 South Main St. A6, Helen, GA 30545706-878-3016 | www.helenga.org/business/alpine-village-shoppes

BabyLand General® Hospital See our ad on page 33300 NOK Drive, Cleveland, GA 30528706-865-2171 | www.cabbagepatchkids.com

Betty’s Country Store18 Yonah St., Helen, GA 30545706-878-2617 | www.bettysinhelen.com

Charlemagne’s Kingdom8808 N. Main St., Helen, GA 30545706-878-4004 | www.facebook.com/charlemagneskingdom

Christmas and More8580 North Main St., Helen, GA 30545706-878-1404 | www.helenga.org/business/christmas-more

The Christmas Shoppe8749 North Main St., Helen, GA 30545706-878-1012 | www.helenchristmasshoppe.com

The Cottage Vineyard and Winery5050 Hwy 129 North, Cleveland, GA 30528706 865-0053 | www.cottagevineyardandwinery.com

Damrons Gifts8600 Main St. #5, 6, & 7, Helen, GA 30545706-878-2087 | www.helenga.org/business/damrons-gifts

DJ Magic Dragons8620 N Main St., Helen GA 30545706-878-7626 | facebook.com/DjsMagicDragon

Dukes Creek Mines 6145 Helen Hwy., Sautee, GA 30571706-878-2625 | www.dukescreek.com

Freds Famous Peanuts17 Clayton Road, Helen, GA 30545706-878-3124 | www.fredsfamouspeanuts.com

The Glassblowing Shop8600 North Main St., #1, Helen, GA 30545706-878-3156 | www.glassblowingshop.com

Gold ’n Gem Grubbin See our ad on page 44 75 Gold Nugget Lane, Cleveland, GA 30528706-865-5454 | www.goldngem.com

SHOPPINGNora Mill Granary See our ad on page 457107 S. Main St., Helen, GA 30545706-878-2375 | www.noramill.com

Old Sautee Store2315 Highway 17, Sautee, GA 30571706-878-2281 | www.oldsauteestore.com

Randys Helen Pharmacy8016 South Main St. A#1, Helen, GA 30545706-878-0066 | www.randyshelenpharmacy.com

Scarlett’s Secret 1902 Hwy 17, Sautee, GA 30571706-878-1028 | www.scarlettsecret.com

Southern Comfort Quilts 8580 North Main St. #102, Helen, GA 30545706-878-0086 | www.helenga.org/business/southern-comfort-quilts-inc

St. Gallen Antiques Gifts & Coins705 Bruckenstrasse, Helen, GA 30545706-878-1850 | www.stgallenantiques.com

Tim’s Wooden Toys 8635 North Main St., Unit 8, Helen, GA 30545706-878-1842 | www.timswoodentoyshop.com

Village Peddler 8797 North Main St., Helen, GA 30545706-878-2441 | www.facebook.com/villagepeddlerhelen

Wildwood Shop 52 River St., Helen, GA 30545706-878-5373 | helenga.org/wildwoodshop

Windmill Dutch Imports8660 North Main St., Helen, GA 30545706-878-3444 | facebook: windmill-dutch-imports

Woody’s Mountain Bikes 457 Hwy 356, Helen, GA 30545706-878-3715 | www.woodysmtb.com

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SHOPPINGYonah Mountain Vineyards 1717 Hwy 255 South, Cleveland, GA 30528706-878-5522 | www.yonahmountainvineyards.com

ZuZu’s Petals Rock Shop8660 North Main St. #9, Helen, GA 30545706-878-9405 | www.zuzurocks.com

ATTRACTIONSAdventure Lodges of Georgia - Unicoi State Park See ad on p. 411788 Hwy 356 North, Helen, GA 30545 800-573-9659 or 706-878-2201 | www.unicoilodge.com

Alpine Fun Factory 115 Escowee Dr., Helen, GA 30545706-878-8404 | www.Alpinefunfactory.com

Alpine Mini Golf See our ad on page 577914 South Main St., Helen, GA 30545706-878-3328 | www.helenminigolf.com

Anna Ruby Falls Visitor Center 3455 Anna Ruby Falls Rd., Helen, GA 30545 706-878-1448 | cfaia.org/anna-ruby-falls-recreation-area-visitor-center-in-georgia

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ATTRACTIONSCharlemagne’s Kingdom8808 N. Main St., Helen, GA 30545706-878-4004 | www.facebook.com/charlemagneskingdom

Cool River Adventures See our ad on pg 47 112 Poplar Stump Rd., Helen, GA 30545800-896-4595 or 706-878-9471 | www.coolriveradventures.com

Dukes Creek Mines6145 Helen Hwy., Sautee, GA 30571706-878-2625 | www.dukescreek.com

Gibbs Garden1987 Gibbs Dr., Ball Ground, GA 30107770-893-1881 | www.gibbsgardens.com

Gold ’n Gem Grubbin See our ad on page 44 75 Gold Nugget Lane, Cleveland, GA 30528706-865-5454 | www.goldngem.com

The Gourd Place2319 Duncan Bridge Rd., Sautee, GA 30571706-865-4048 | www.gourdplace.com

Hansel & Gretel Candy Kitchen See our ad on page 578651 Main Street, Helen, GA 30545706-878-2443 | www.hanselandgretelcandykitchen.com

Hardman Farm 143 Hwy 17, Sautee, Nacoochee, GA 30571706-878-1077 | Facebook: hardman farm state historicsite

Helen Arts and Heritage Council25 Chattahoochee Strasse, Helen, GA 30545706-878-3933 | www.helenarts.org

Helen Chamber of Commerce See our ad on page 13706-878-1908 | www.helenchamber.com

Helen Water Park222 Edelweiss Strasse, Helen, GA 30545706-878-7465 | www.helenwaterpark.com

Lavendar Lamb Farm 176 Bugle Dr., Cleveland, GA 30528706-865-0510 | www.lavenderlambfarm.com

ATTRACTIONSNacoochee Outdoor Adventure & Zipntime See ad on page 457019 S. Main St Helen GA 30545706-878-9477 | www.zipntime.com

Nora Mill Granary See our ad on page 457107 South Main St., Helen, GA 30545706-878-2375 | www.noramill.com

North Georgia Zoo & Petting Farm 2912 Paradise Valley Rd., Cleveland, GA 30528706-348-7279 | www.northgeorgiazoo.com

Pirates Cove Adventure Golf1081 Edelweiss Strasse, Helen, GA 30545706-892-1205 | www.piratescove.net

Scarlett’s Secret 1902 Hwy 17, Sautee, GA 30571706-878-1028 | www.scarlettssecret.com

Smithgall Woods See our ad on page 4961 Tsalaki Trail, Helen, GA 30545 706-878-3087 | gastateparks.org/smithgallwoods

Steve’s Old Time Photo8600 N. Main St., Helen, GA 30545706-878-7048 | www.facebook.com/Steve’s Old Time Photo

The Sautee Nacoochee Community Association283 Hwy 255 North, Sautee, GA 30571706-878-3300 | www.snca.org

Unicoi Zip Line & Aerial Adventure Park See our ad on page 611788 Hwy 356, Helen, GA 30545 706-878-4740 | www.unicoizipline.com

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ATTRACTIONSWine and Vineyards

Alpine Taxi and Wine ToursPO BOX 433, Helen, GA 30545706-969-5311 | www.alpinetaxihelen.com

The Cottage Vineyard and Winery5050 Hwy 129 North, Cleveland, GA 30528706 865-0053 | www.cottagevineyardandwinery.com

The Habersham Winery See our ad on page 457025 South Main St., Helen, GA 30545706-878-9463 | www.habershamwinery.com

Kaya Vineyard & Winery5400 Towns Creek Rd., Dahlonega, GA 30533706-219-3514 | www.kayavineyards.com

VIP Southern Tours 2276 Hwy 17, Suite C, Sautee, GA 30571706-878-1011 | www.vipsoutherntours.com

Yonah Mountain Vineyards 1717 Hwy 255 S, Cleveland, GA 30528706-878-5522 | www.yonahmountainvineyards.com

ATTRACTIONSCanoeing, Cruises, Rafting, Tubing

Cool River Tubing See our ad on page 46590 Edelweiss Strasse, Helen, GA 30545800-896-4595 or 706-878-COOL | www.coolrivertubing.com

Helen Water Park & Tubing 9917 Hwy 75 North, Helen, GA 30545706-878-1082 | www.helentubing.com

Wildwood Outfitters26 Megan Dr Cleveland GA 30528706-865-4451 www.wildwoodoutfitters.com

Carriages & Horseback Riding

Chattahoochee Stables 2180 Hwy 17, Sautee, GA 30571706-878-7000 | www.chatahoocheestables.com

Gold City Corral49 Forrest Hills Rd., Dahlonega, GA 30533706-867-9395 | www.goldcitycorral.com

Pegasus Horse Drawn CarriageHelen, GA 30545706-499-1159 | [email protected]

Sunburst Stables See our ad on page 56251 Sunburst Lane, Clarkesville, Ga 30523800-806-1953 | www.sunburststables.com

Golf

Innsbruck Resort & Golf Club of Helen See our ad on page 54664 Bahn Innsbruck Road, Helen, GA 30545706-878-2100 | www.innsbruckgolfclub.com

Mountain Biking


Woody’s Mountain Bikes457 Hwy 356, Helen, GA 30545 on the way to Unicoi State Park.706-878-3715 | www.woodysmtb.com

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WATERFALLS Anna Ruby Falls Spectacular Anna Ruby Falls is located in the heart of the Chattahooch-ee National Forest. The quiet coolness of the area is broken only by the thundering rush of water flowing over the rugged cliff face. Anna Ruby Falls marks the junction of Curtis and York Creeks. Both creeks begin on Tray Mountain and are fed by underground springs, rain and snow. Curtis Creek drops 153 feet and York Creek drops 50 feet to form the twin waterfalls known as Anna Ruby Falls. From the falls, Smith Creek tumbles downhill to Unicoi Lake and then to the Chattahoochee River. Its journey continues south, eventually joining the Apalachicola River in Florida and ending its 550-mile journey in the Gulf of Mexico. A paved 0.4-mile footpath leads from the parking lot to the base of the falls. Walking is easy to moderate and will take approximately 30 min-utes to complete. Benches are provided along the way. Walking shoes are recommended since the trail can be wet and slippery. The Lion’s Eye Trail gives people who are blind or have visual impair-ments the opportunity to experience the environment along Smith Creek. Braille signs interpret various features of the area. Ambitious hikers will find the 4.6-mile Smith Creek Trail a challenge. This longer trail leads from the base of Anna Ruby Falls to Unicoi State Park. After the Civil War the land surrounding and including Anna Ruby Falls was purchased by Colonel John H. “Captain” Nichols. Colonel Nichols named the twin waterfalls in honor of his daughter, his sole surviving family member after the death of his wife and two infant sons. Please call 706-878-1448 for information.

Dukes Creek Falls (Chattooga R.D.) Dukes Creek Trail (.8 mile in length) winds its way into Dukes Creek Gorge where it dead ends across from the 300-foot Dukes Creek Falls. The area offers scenic beauty and excellent gold pan-ning opportunities. Directions: Take GA 75 north from Helen for 1.5 miles Turn left on 75 Alternate and go 2.3 miles to the Russell-Brasstown Sce-nic Byway. Turn right and go two miles to the Dukes Creek Falls Recre-ation Area.

Horse Trough Falls (Chattooga R.D.)Horse Trough Falls Trail (.4 mile in length) leads to the beautiful Horse Trough Falls and is an excellent trail for novice hikers. Directions: Take GA75 north from Helen for eight miles to Unicoi Gap. Turn left onto F.S. Road 44 (Wilkes Creek Road). Go 5.4 miles to a sharp curve and take the right fork. Go 0.2 mile, ford the stream and follow colored blazes on the trees.

Mill Creek Falls The waterfall on Ground Hog Branch drops about 150 feet where it combines with the main Mill Creek. The combined streams plunge anoth-er estimated 150 feet, ending in a series of rapids, which cascade down the Mill Creek Gorge. Directions: From Hiawassee, take U.S. 76 east. Turn right on GA Highway 75. Travel 3.5 miles. Turn left on Mill Creek Road (F.S. Road 26)for 2.5 miles. The road crosses Mill Creek 1.5 miles from the pavement. Parking is available in the camping area on the right and at the pull-outs on the left and right side of the road. Hike through the primitive camping area and follow the west side of Mill Creek down-stream.

HIKING & TRAILS

Unicoi State Park Hiking Trails

Adventure Lodges of Georgia - Unicoi State Park800-573-9659 or 706-878-2201 | www.unicoilodge.com

Andrews Cove Trail This trail follows an old logging road up Andrews Cove and intersects the Appalachian Trail at Indian Grave Gap. (2 miles) Take GA 75 north from Helen for 5 miles. Turn right into the Andrews Cove Recreation Area.

Smith Creek Trail This trail offers a serene walk through dense patches of rhododen-dron, mountain laurel, hemlock & ferns. Travel up and over Hickory Nut Ridge and through hardwood stands and across several small mountain streams and springs. This trail ends at park campground. (4.6 miles)

Directions - Take GA 75 north from Helen for 1 mile. Turn right on GA 356 and drive 1.5 miles. Turn left at the entrance road to Anna Ruby Falls. Hike the 0.4 mile trail to Anna Ruby Falls. Smith Creek Trail be-gins at the right of the first observation bridge. Parking fee required.

Smithgall Woods Trails

Smithgall Woods Trails 706-878-3087 | gastateparks.org/smithgallwoods

Laurel Ridge Trail This interpretive trail is a moderate 1.6 mile loop that climbs to Laurel Ridge and a view of Mt. Yonah. Take an interpretive guide from the Visitors Center to learn more about the mountain ecosystem.

The following trails must be hiked from the Smithgall Woods Visitors Center. Please include the distance from the Visitors Center in your hiking plans.

Wetlands Loop Trail - (1.3 miles from Visitors Center) An easy 1/2 mile loop trail that passes a beaver pond and wetland area. Water fowl and frogs are residents that hikers may see or hear. Our Frogs of Smithgall Woods guide makes it possible to identify frogs by their calls.

Martin Mine Trail - (2.1 miles from Visitors Center) This memorial trail is a moderate 1/2 mile hike to a beautiful waterfall tucked into the mountain. Deeply shaded by rhododendron, it is a cool retreat in summer and a lush hike any time of the year.

In addition, there are unmarked roads throughout the park that can be hiked.

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WATERFALLS & COVERED BRIDGESRaven Cliff Falls (Chattooga R.D.)These falls are one of the most unusual in the North Georgia area because the water flows through a split in the face of a solid rock outcropping to the ground 100 feet below. Behind the split, the water drops approximately 60 feet and then rushes through the rock face and drops 20 feet into a deep pool. The water then cascades 20 more feet to Dodd Creek. Three other waterfalls can be found on Dodd Creek ~ the largest is downstream from Raven Cliff Falls and measures 70 feet. The area offers excellent opportunities for day-hiking, however, there are no facilities of any type provided. Visitors are encouraged to exercise extreme caution in this underdeveloped area. Directions: Take GA 75 N from Helen for 1.5 miles. Turn left on 75 Alternate and travel 2.3 miles to the Russell-Brasstown Scenic Byway. Turn right and travel 2.8 miles to the trail head and parking area.

Sautee Covered Bridge It is also known as Helen Bridge, Sautee Bridge, Nacoochee Bridge and Chickamauga Bridge and crosses Chickamauga Creek. Proclaimed Georgia’s smallest covered bridge, it was featured in the film “I’d Climb the Highest Mountain.” Will Pardue built it in 1895 in the Queen Post design with a length of 36.8 feet and a width of 11 feet 10 inches. There is parking and a picnic area as well as a Historic Marker. Directions: Take GA 75 north of Cleveland for 7 miles, turn right onto GA 17 for roughly 2 miles, then left on GA 255 for 2 miles near the town of Sautee.

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