Ryan's Helen Georgia Guidebook

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Ryan's Helen Georgia Guidebook

Sightseeing

The Helen to Hardman Farm Heritage Trail is a beautiful new trail right near our home that takes you through the woods, along the river, and shares the History of Helen. Make sure to check out the old gold mining equipment as you first enter, and peek into the now closed off mines. Note, this trail is wide and paved but I have seen a couple snakes along the sides of the trail so just be careful. I've walked it over 100 times and seen 2. But I don't like snakes!
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Hardman Farm Heritage Trail
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The Helen to Hardman Farm Heritage Trail is a beautiful new trail right near our home that takes you through the woods, along the river, and shares the History of Helen. Make sure to check out the old gold mining equipment as you first enter, and peek into the now closed off mines. Note, this trail is wide and paved but I have seen a couple snakes along the sides of the trail so just be careful. I've walked it over 100 times and seen 2. But I don't like snakes!
The 173-acre Hardman Farm is located in historic Sautee Nacoochee, just south of Helen, Georgia. It is best recognized by a gazebo-topped Indian mound and cow pasture. The house, built in 1870 by Captain James Nichols, is a grand example of Italianate architecture and was originally known as "West End" because it was at the west end of the Nacoochee valley. Visitors will enjoy seeing the house, its 19th-century parlor and large dairy barn. The last owner was the family of Dr. Lamartine Hardman who was Governor of Georgia from 1927-1931. The Nacoochee Indian Mound is a burial site and was probably used long before the Cherokee inhabited the area. The Indian Mound with its little gazebo is one of the most recognized landmarks in Georgia.
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Hardman Farm Historic Site
143 GA-17
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The 173-acre Hardman Farm is located in historic Sautee Nacoochee, just south of Helen, Georgia. It is best recognized by a gazebo-topped Indian mound and cow pasture. The house, built in 1870 by Captain James Nichols, is a grand example of Italianate architecture and was originally known as "West End" because it was at the west end of the Nacoochee valley. Visitors will enjoy seeing the house, its 19th-century parlor and large dairy barn. The last owner was the family of Dr. Lamartine Hardman who was Governor of Georgia from 1927-1931. The Nacoochee Indian Mound is a burial site and was probably used long before the Cherokee inhabited the area. The Indian Mound with its little gazebo is one of the most recognized landmarks in Georgia.
A moderate (people in shape) to difficult (people like myself out of shap) hike. The views at sunset from the lookouts are gorgeous
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Mount Yonah Trailhead
Georgia 75
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A moderate (people in shape) to difficult (people like myself out of shap) hike. The views at sunset from the lookouts are gorgeous
Gorgeous waterfall
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Quedas de água de Anna Ruby
Anna Ruby Falls Road
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Gorgeous waterfall
This is my favorite hike. Parking is $4, the trail which I think is about a mile down to the waterfall and back starts as you walk down the road from the parking lot. Its on your left as you pass the observation looking decks.
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Dukes Creek Falls
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This is my favorite hike. Parking is $4, the trail which I think is about a mile down to the waterfall and back starts as you walk down the road from the parking lot. Its on your left as you pass the observation looking decks.
Just opened up and was well worth the wait!
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Georgia Mountain Coaster
8409 S Main St
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Just opened up and was well worth the wait!
One of my favorite places to hike and camp along the river. Please note they have a fee now to park and that it can get very busy and parking is limited.
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Raven Cliffs Falls Trail
3000 Richard B Russell Scenic Hwy
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One of my favorite places to hike and camp along the river. Please note they have a fee now to park and that it can get very busy and parking is limited.

Food Scene

Very good Authentic German cuisine with great service.
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Bodensee
64 Munich Strasse
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Very good Authentic German cuisine with great service.
Favorite German food in town
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Hofer's Bakery and Cafe
8758 N Main St
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Favorite German food in town
A Pilsner Urquell on draft with a Reuben is my go to here and I love to sit on the deck overlooking the river. The new owner just invested in enclosing the deck that sits atop the river and added heaters so this space can be enjoyed year round!
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Cafe International
8546 S Main St
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A Pilsner Urquell on draft with a Reuben is my go to here and I love to sit on the deck overlooking the river. The new owner just invested in enclosing the deck that sits atop the river and added heaters so this space can be enjoyed year round!
Very good authentic Thai Cuisine with great service.
Bangkok Haus Restaurant Helen
Very good authentic Thai Cuisine with great service.
While many folks want German food when they come to Helen, this is one of my favorite restaurans in town.
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Spice 55
705 Brucken Strasse
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While many folks want German food when they come to Helen, this is one of my favorite restaurans in town.
Love the live music and sitting on the deck overlooking the river
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Paul's Margarita Deck
8537 S Main St
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Love the live music and sitting on the deck overlooking the river

Coffee & Tea

A few minute drive outside of town, the Cleveland location is a beautiful place to have a morning coffee with great mountain views.
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Jumpingoat Coffee Roasters and Tasting Room
2404 Helen Hwy
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A few minute drive outside of town, the Cleveland location is a beautiful place to have a morning coffee with great mountain views.
Unique tearoom serving a brunch menu and charcuterie boards. Great service
2 Wolves Tearoom
Unique tearoom serving a brunch menu and charcuterie boards. Great service

Favorite Wineries

Beautiful views and great tasting wine! This is my personal favorite winery in the area.
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Cottage Vineyard and Winery
5050 US-129
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Beautiful views and great tasting wine! This is my personal favorite winery in the area.
Cute store and great tasting wine at a great price!
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Habersham Winery
7025 S Main St
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Cute store and great tasting wine at a great price!
Tastings are a bit pricy but thats most likely due to the elegant tasting room and views. Goergous winery! And very good live music.
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Yonah Mountain Vineyards
1717 Hwy 255 S
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Tastings are a bit pricy but thats most likely due to the elegant tasting room and views. Goergous winery! And very good live music.
Another great winery!
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CeNita Vineyards and Winery
591 Dock Dorsey Rd
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Another great winery!

Meadery

Meadery about 16 minute drive from our home.
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Tesnatee River Winery and Meadery
172 Lloyds Honey Farm Rd
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Meadery about 16 minute drive from our home.

Brewery

New Brewery outside of town with great reviews
NoFo Brew Co
New Brewery outside of town with great reviews