Trail Description:
This trail offers a serene walk through dense patches of
rhododendron, mountain laurel, hemlock, and ferns. Hikers
will travel up and over Hickory Nut Ridge and through
hardwood stands and will cross several small mountain
brooks and springs. The trail ends at Unicoi State Park
campground.
Hiking the
Smith Creek Trail:
NOTE: There is a parking fee. Hike a 0.4-mile trail to the
falls. The trail begins to the right of the first observation
bridge.
Specific Hiking and Trail Information for the Smith Creek Trail
Length of Trail: 2 - 5 miles
Travel Information
Trailhead Directions: Take GA 75 north from Helen for l mile. Turn
right on GA 356 and drive 1.5 miles. Then go left at the
entrance to Unicoi State Park. Follow the signs to the Anna
Ruby Falls parking area.
For more information on this hike
National Forest: Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forests
Local Office: Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forests
Address:
200 Highway 197 North
Clarkesville, GA, 30523
706-754-6221
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