North Georgia Mountains, GA

Name: Hampton Inn Helen
Price range: ₩120,857
Rating: 8.8

Travel Guide

There are two creeks contributing to these cascades. Curtis Creek is to the left and York Creek is the cascade on the right. These combine into what is now considered Smith Creek at the base, which is where I am standing for this shot.

The old Griscom Gold Mine and Stamp mill at the bottom of Findley Ridge on Tanyard Branch in the North Georgia gold rush town of Dahlonega. The stamp mill was built in the 1870's but has been abandoned for decades. It is now on the verge of collapse.

I think this might be my favorite from the trip. I am going to come back up here now that I know it's here. I didn't expect this little forest service road to offer so much beauty.

On the campus of Toccoa Falls College is this waterfall. What a place to study/read/relax! We discovered this spot in north Georgia on a #roadtrip up I-85.

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Cherry Lake

While Cherry Lake isn't home to many top sights, Blue Ridge Scenic Railway and Sugar Creek Raceway are some notable places to visit nearby.

Cashes Valley

Though Cashes Valley might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Mercier Orchards and Sugar Creek Raceway.

Raccoon Ridge

Raccoon Ridge might not have many top sights, but The Lilly Pad Village and Falls Branch Falls are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Foxfire Estates

5/5(1 area review)

Foxfire Estates might not have many top sights, but Sugar Creek Raceway and Blue Ridge Scenic Railway are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Aerial View of a Foggy Sunrise over Lake Chatuge in the Blue Ridge Mountains

Ridges Over the Lake

While Ridges Over the Lake might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Blue Ridge Lake Marina and Blue Ridge Lake.

Rivers Edge

Rivers Edge might not have many top sights, but Cartecay River and Ellijay Marketplace are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Cumming near Northside Hospital Forsyth

915 Buford Highway Cumming GA

₩148,101

₩182,484 total

Mar 29 - Mar 30

includes taxes & fees

Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Cumming. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...

9.2/10 Wonderful! (518 reviews)

Clean room, great staff

Reviewed on Feb 27, 2026

Best Western Plus Lake Lanier/gainesville Hotel & Suites

4535 Oakwood Rd Oakwood GA

₩145,149

₩174,121 total

Mar 8 - Mar 9

includes taxes & fees

Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Oakwood. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...

9/10 Wonderful! (743 reviews)

Staff is great. Always clean and breakfast is adequate.

Reviewed on Feb 18, 2026

Hampton Inn Helen

147 Unicoi Street Helen GA

₩120,857

₩147,393 total

Mar 8 - Mar 9

includes taxes & fees

Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Helen. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...

8.8/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)

Great staff and great location! Bathroom was dusty and shower was not cleaned well but that’s not enough for us to not return!

Reviewed on Feb 23, 2026

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The Villas at Coosawattee River Resort

634 Beaver Lake Dr Ellijay GA

Book a stay at this family-friendly villa in Ellijay. Enjoy free parking, an outdoor pool, and a fitness center. Popular attractions Talona Lake and Riverside ...

8.8/10 Excellent! (331 reviews)

Excellent

Reviewed on Feb 25, 2026

Alpine Crest Resort

273 Carrie Cox Dr Helen GA

Stay at this aparthotel in Helen. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a picnic area. Popular attractions Unicoi Hill Park and Charlemagne's Kingdom are located ...

7.8/10 Good! (154 reviews)

Clean big room with washer dryer and 2 bathrooms.

Reviewed on Feb 17, 2026

Gingershack Farms

280 Turkey Creek Dr Ellijay GA

Book a stay at this family-friendly cabin in Ellijay. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Popular attractions Fainting Goat Vineyards and Winery and ...

10/10 Exceptional! (64 reviews)

Great cabin very clean and comfortable with beautiful views

Reviewed on Feb 23, 2026

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Amicalola Falls State Park

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Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Amicalola Falls State Park during your travels in Dawsonville. Wander the forest or discover the mountain views in this romantic area.

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