Camping Gems - Georgia

Helen
Enter the high-alpine world of Bavaria without leaving the comforts of Georgia.  The charming town of Helen remade itself 25 years ago as a slice of Germany in Georgia.  Today the town boasts cobblestone lanes and old-world towers in addition to superb outdoor areas.  And don't forget their annual Volksmarch and Oktoberfest!

Georgia Scenic Drive – Canton, Ellijay, Amicalola Falls, Tate
Head off for a drive through the Blue Ridge Mountains.  This 105 mile trek carries you past Amicalola Falls State Park, through the marble deposits near Tate and Nelson, and on through forests and fields of wildflowers. The eastern part of the drive winds through orchard country and the Appalachian Trail stomping grounds.

Mistletoe State Park
This 72,000-acre park is on the shores of Clarks Hill Lake near Augusta, an area known as one of the finest bass fishing spots in the nation.  The park includes 12 miles of hiking and biking trails, a fishing dock, and three boat ramps.  Relax on the beach, take a swim, or keep your binoculars tuned to the wild birds and wildlife that calls this area home.

Magnolia Springs State Park, Millen
These crystal-clear springs are a thing of beauty. Stroll across the boardwalks as you watch for alligators, turtles, and other wild creatures that are drawn to the spring's clean water.  The park has five miles of hiking and biking trails, a fishing dock, boat ramp, and canoe and boat rentals.  There is also a pool for swimming

Sapelo Island National Estuarine Research Reserve (take the ferry from Meridian)
Set on one of Georgia's beautiful barrier islands, the Sapelo Island Reserve has a visitor's center, museum, theater, and plenty of nature trails and bird watching areas.  This is your chance to see a coastal island in its undeveloped state. Visit the lighthouse and tour Hog Hammock.

Jacks River
Rated as one of the best fishing spots in all of Georgia. Head to this tributary of the Conasauga River to fish  for wild rainbow, brown, and brook trout.

Poole's Mill Covered Bridge
Outside Cumming, Georgia, you'll see an old-fashioned covered bridge across Settindown Creek, a river that used to support a grist stone mill.  Don't miss the chance to take in a special part of Georgia's history. (Corner of Poole's Mill and Heardsville Road)

Best Georgia Waterfalls
Minnehaha Falls
Toccoa Falls in Toccoa, Georgia
Tallulah Falls