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Smithgall Woods

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Smithgall Woods offers camping on varied terrain with forests and streams in Georgia. Temperatures range from lows in the 30s during winter to highs in the 80s in summer. Nearby attractions include the Chattahoochee National Forest and the town of Helen, known for its Bavarian-style buildings and cultural events.

Description

Georgia Department of Natural Resources

Smithgall Woods-Dukes Creek State Park

Smithgall Woods is an angler's paradise. One of north Georgia's premier trout streams, Dukes Creek, runs through this spectatular mountain property just outside Helen.

Smithgall Woods is also an elegant mountain retreat, perfect for romantic getaways, small weddings or outings with friends.

For reservation inquiries please call 1-800-864-7275.
For Park inquiries please contact the park at 706-878-3087.

A ParkPass is required for all vehicles. Price for ParkPasses are not included with the reservation. Overnight guests pay only one ParkPass fee for the duration of their stay. The daily ParkPass is valid at all state parks visited the same day and is not valid at state historic sites.

ParkPass fees are as follow:
1-12 passenger vehicles $5 per day or $50 annual ParkPass;
13-30 passenger vehicles $30 per day or $75 annual ParkPass;
31 or more passenger vehicles $70 per day or $250 annual ParkPass;
Georgia active duty military/veterans $3.75 per day or $37.50 annual ParkPass.

For information on our park rules and reservation policies please visit our website http://gastateparks.org/thingstoknow. Rules and regulations are posted at site offices and must be observed by all guests and their visitors.

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Location

Smithgall Woods is located in Georgia

Detail location of campground

Directions

Located on Hwy. 75-A, between Cleveland and Helen, 90-minutes from Atlanta. From I-85-North: I-85 North to I-985 North. Take exit 24 and turn left on US 129 N traveling west. At the 2nd traffic light (1-mile), turn right on 129-N to Cleveland. Remain on 129-N through Cleveland (DO NOT TURN TO GO TO HELEN). Continue north on 129-N 3.5-miles and turn right on Hwy. 75-A. Smithgall Woods is 5.6 miles on the right. The Visitor Center with the guest check-in is located 200 yards inside the entrance gate. From GA 400 North: Follow GA 400 to the end. At the traffic light, continue straight ahead on Long Branch Rd. 4.5 miles to the traffic light. Turn right on Hwy. 52/115 and follow to Cleveland (12.9 miles). Turn left at the traffic light on the Cleveland square onto Hwy. 129-N. At the next traffic light, go straight (DO NOT TURN TO GO TO HELEN). Continue north on 129-N 3.5-miles and turn right on Hwy. 75-A. Smithgall Woods is 5.6 miles on the right. The Visitor Center with the guest check-in is located 200 yards inside the entrance gate.

Address

61 TSALAKI TRAIL
Helen, GA 30545

Coordinates

34.69194438 N
83.76722236 W

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Access

  • Drive-In
    Park next to your site
  • Walk-In
    Park in a lot, walk to your site.
  • Hike-In
    Backcountry sites.

Stay Connected

  • WiFi
    Unknown
  • Verizon
    Available
  • AT&T
    Fair
  • T-Mobile
    Available

Site Types

  • Tent Sites
  • Group
  • Cabins
  • Tent Cabin

Features

For Campers

  • Reservable
  • Electric Hookups
  • Toilets
  • Pets
  • Fires

For Vehicles

  • Sewer Hookups
  • Water Hookups
  • 30 Amp Hookups
  • 50 Amp Hookups

Contact

General Info

Reservations

Drive Time


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Reviewed Feb. 13, 2021

5,664 acres

With that much room to move around in North Georgia there has to be something for everyone. Great clear cold water offers good trout grounds. Biking is a wonderful since a long stretch of hiking is fully paved. No day trailer parking. Dukes Creek is a destination for several fishing enthusiasts. There are cabins as well, some with hot tubs. There is a visitor center with educational programs, geocaching, picnicking. Once again this is very close to wonderful Bavarian town called Helen Georgia. You will love it.

Month of VisitOctober
Reviewed Jul. 16, 2018

Fly fishing destination

This campground is unique because it is more of a preserve with most of its land accessible to fly fisherman. The trails are ok but this seems to be more of a protected land than a destination for camping

Frequently Asked Questions

  • How much does it cost to camp at Smithgall Woods?

    Camping at Smithgall Woods can cost between $85.00 and $795.00 depending on the site.

  • Does Smithgall Woods have RV hookups?

    According to TheDyrt.com, Smithgall Woods has 30 amp and 50 amp electric hookups, water hookups and sewer hookups.

  • Are fires allowed at Smithgall Woods?

    Yes, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, fires are allowed at Smithgall Woods, although make sure to check current fire restrictions in the area.

  • Is there cell phone reception at Smithgall Woods?

    According to campers on TheDyrt.com, Verizon signal is available, AT&T is fair, and T-Mobile is available.