- Collection:
- Georgia Government Publications
- Title:
- The Lodge at Smithgall Woods : a Georgia heritage preserve
- Creator:
- Georgia. Parks and Historic Sites Division
- Publisher:
- [Atlanta, Ga. : Georgia Dept. of Natural Resources, Parks and Historic Sites Division, 2007]
- Date of Original:
- 2007
- Subject:
- Natural resources conservation areas--Georgia--Helen
Smithgall Woods Conservation Area and Lodge (Ga.)
Helen (Ga.)--Buildings, structures, etc - Location:
- United States, Georgia, White County, Helen, 34.70148, -83.73157
- Medium:
- state government records
- Type:
- Text
- Format:
- application/pdf
- Description:
- Cover title
"10/07"--P. [6] - External Identifiers:
- Call Number GA N200.P2 M1 2007 L6
- Metadata URL:
- https://dlg.galileo.usg.edu/id:dlg_ggpd_y-ga-bn200-pp2-bm1-b2007-bl6-belec-p-btext
- Digital Object URL:
- https://dlg.galileo.usg.edu/do:dlg_ggpd_y-ga-bn200-pp2-bm1-b2007-bl6-belec-p-btext
- Extent:
- 1 folded sheet (6 p.) : ill., map, col. photos ; 23 cm.
- Holding Institution:
- University of Georgia. Map and Government Information Library
- Rights:
-
58957_Smithgall 10/18/07 9:59 AM Page 1
D riving along a sparkling mountain stream, notice the refreshing scent of rhododendron thickets, the colorful petals of wildflowers and the lulling hum of katydids. At the end of the journey, discover a magnificent retreat center sheltered by hardwoods, mountain laurel and hemlock. For a fortunate few, this is home for a short time.
Smithgall Woods is located on Highway 75-Alternate, between Cleveland and Helen, only 90 minutes from Atlanta.
Appalachian Trail
to Lake Burton
R. B. Russell Scenic Hwy.
348
75
Chattahoochee National Forest Anna Ruby
Falls
356
Robertstown
Dukes Creek Falls
Unicoi State Park
Helen 17
75 to 19 Blairsville ALT
129
Chattahoochee
75
River
384
Mt. Yonah
Cleveland
From I-85 North --
115
Continue straight to to 60 Dahlonega
I-985 North. Just
115 129
past Gainesville, take
Exit 24 (US 129 N.) At the end of exit ramp turn left (west). Go
thru 2 lights to the 3rd light (0.6 mi.). 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-Alternate. Smithgall Woods is
5.6 miles on the right, and the Visitor Center/guest check-in is
200 yards inside the entrance gate.
From Ga. 400 -- Follow Ga. 400 to the end. From the traffic light go straight ahead on Long Branch Road 4.5 miles to the stop light, turn right on Hwy. 52/115, follow to Cleveland (12.9 miles), turn left at traffic light on the square onto Hwy. 129 North. At the next traffic light go straight (DO NOT TURN TO GO TO HELEN), continue 3.5 miles north on 129 N. and turn right on Hwy. 75-Alt. Smithgall Woods is 5.6 miles on the right, and the Visitor Center/guest check-in is 200 yards inside the entrance gate.
61 Tsalaki Trail Helen, Georgia 30545 Ph. 706.878.3087 800.318.5248 Fax 706.878.0301
www.smithgallwoods.com
Printed on Recycled Paper
10/07
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Deep within the North Georgia mountains lies The Lodge at Smithgall Woods, Georgia's most unique mountain retreat. And its best kept secret.
I t is here in these beautiful mountain cottages, removed from outside distractions, that one can focus on the wonderful natural surroundings. Large, informal great rooms, complete with stone fireplaces and fine, comfortable furniture, provide a welcome retreat for a relaxing respite. Guests can't resist moving outside to the spacious decks overlooking two of Georgia's best trout-filled streams and the majestic Blue Ridge wilderness.
Lodge guests enjoy unique, regional dining and obliging hospitality where leisure time grows into cozy relaxation. Activities at Smithgall Woods' 5,600-acre conservation area include hiking, wildlife observation, interpretive ecology, Native American history, fly fishing on one of Trout Unlimited's "Top 100 Trout Streams in the U.S.," and more. All of this is offered against a glorious backdrop of verdant mountain forests and pristine streams.
The Lodge at Smithgall Woods boasts five cottages
within short walking distance of each other. Together,
they offer 14 bedrooms accommodating up to 28 guests.
Beautifully decorated with rustic regional art and cozily
appointed designer furnishings, each bedroom features
comfortable beds, thick comforters, luxurious lounge
chairs, desks and armoires, in-room telephones and
cable TV.
Dining at Smithgall is a culinary celebration of the
freshest ingredients. The attentive staff personalizes
each meal with options of group dining, private seating,
on-site catering and outdoor cookouts. An on-premise
garden provides nature's herbs and fresh vegetables for
meals, as well as beautiful cut flowers for the tables.
The Lodge provides the perfect setting for group
meetings and corporate retreats. Group reservations
require a minimum of six rooms. Groups booking ten or
more rooms enjoy exclusive use privileges. To offer the
highest quality experience possible, the number of guests
is limited.
For weekend getaways, The Lodge also features leisure
and group rates, which include all meals and activities.
It provides an idyllic venue to celebrate dream weddings or hold special banquets, receptions, or events. The uniqueness of the experience, the natural setting, and the romantic surroundings will make an event truly memorable.
Distinguishing itself from other mountain retreats, Smithgall Woods Conservation Center is operated by the Georgia Department of Natural Resources. Its resource managers preserve the area's natural beauty and interpretive naturalists provide special programs featuring the region's rich heritage. A tax-exempt portion of guest fees is directed toward the Smithgall Woods Foundation to sustain these efforts.
A tax-exempt portion of your bill is directed toward the Smithgall Woods Foundation, which supports our conservation efforts. By staying at the Lodge, you become personally involved in preserving this natural treasure.