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There
are hiking trails galore ... see
Georgia Trails,
and www.jwww.com
for some good information. Thousands of acres of National
Forest provide other wilderness adventures.
 For
the sports enthusiasts, there is mountain biking, horseback
riding, golf, fishing (visit
www.georgia-outdoors.com),
and white water rafting. Visit
www.wildwaterrafting.com
for kayaking and white water excursions. Trout
net is an excellent site for all you trout fishermen ... a
must-visit site.
Unicoi
State Park nestled in the north Georgia mountains just two
miles from the Alpine village of Helen, Unicoi is one of
Georgia’s most beloved state parks. Throughout the year, the
park offers outstanding programs which focus on natural,
cultural, historical and recreational resources. Outdoor
enthusiasts will enjoy hiking and biking on scenic mountain
trails, especially those leading to Helen and Anna Ruby Falls If
you like shopping, we've got wonderful shops and galleries ...
Just 2 miles away, is
Alpine
Helen, a unique shopping village with outlet stores and
restaurants, too.
www.ngeorgia.com
lists many area attractions and activities. Many other galleries
and shops are along
Scenic
Highway 197 ... a beautiful drive through the mountains.
A must see for
all is The Black Bear Forest Park Admission
to the Bear Exhibit is $5.00 per person, children under 2 are
free, this does include the Snake Exhibit and the Cub Exhibit.
Our Bear Exhibit consists of 17 adult bears and 1 cub. These
animals are housed in their individual enclosures, which include
swimming pools and climbing trees. Guests may view the bears
from a covered walkway, which is located approximately ten feet
above the bear enclosures. We sell food trays which consists of
apples, bread and lettuce to feed the bears. The bears will do
tricks for you when you toss them the food.
Our
area is home to some spectacular
waterfalls:
Becky Branch Falls, Dick's Creek Falls, Martin Creek Falls, Mud
Creek Falls, Minnehaha Falls (one of the most beautiful,
must-see waterfalls in the north Georgia area).
For additional
area information visit
Mountain Travel
guide
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