Overview

Andrews Cove Campground is conveniently located 15 minutes outside of Helen, GA and offers 10 picturesque campsites along Andrews Creek. Hike the Andrews Cove Trail or go fishing in the creek, all within walking distance of your campsite. Get away from the crowds in Helen and enjoy a peaceful camping trip in the north Georgia mountains!

Facilities

This campground offers 9 single campsites and 1 double campsite. Each campsite includes a fire ring, picnic table, and lantern post. There is a toilet faciilty adjacent to site #3.

Natural Features

Andrews Cove Campground is located in the Chattahoochee National Forest, a place of exploration and wonder. This National Forest is rich in history and is said to be a hiker's paradise with its winding trails, scenic mountains, and rolling hills.

Recreation

The 1.9 mile Andrews Cove trail starts next to campsites 6 & 7 and is a great place to get away from the crowds in nearby Helen. This trail connects to the Appalachian Trail and there is a limited number of day use parking sites located at the kiosk area. The surrounding area hosts a number of waterfalls and hiking trails or you could take a short drive over to Anna Ruby Falls or many of the nearby state parks.

Nearby Attractions

The alpine town of Helen, GA is located approximately 5.5 miles south on HWY 75/17. Helen offers shopping, restaurants, a water park, a roller coaster, fishing, rafting, tubing, and zip lining all in or near the Chattahoochee River. There is host of trails in the area including the Andrews Cove trail, the Appalachian Trail, Anna Ruby Falls, Dukes Creek Falls, and Ravens Cliff Wilderness Trail.

Contact Info

Important Notices

• All Camping at Andrew's Cove is by Reservation Only. There are NO First Come, First Serve sites.

• Generators may only be used up to 4 hours per day between the hours of 6am-10pm. Quiet hours are from 10pm-6am. No more than 2 vehicles and maximum 8 people per site, with the exception of site #9 which allows up to 4 vehicles and maximum 16 people.

• No hunting within any developed campground, developed trail, or other developed recreation site on the Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forest.

• Camping or maintaining a campsite in a developed or dispersed area in excess of 14 days within a 30-day time period is prohibited. After the camper(s) has accumulated 14 days within a 30-day time period, the camper(s) must leave the Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forest before returning for another stay. 36 CFR Section 261.58(a). 

• Don't Move Firewood: Help protect our forest! Prevent the spread of tree-killing pests by obtaining firewood at or near your destination and burning it on-site. Moving firewood is illegal in some states. Visit Don't move firewood to learn more.

• Click Here for more information on the Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forest

• Check-out time is 12:01 pm. Check-in time is 2:00 pm.

Available Activities

• Camping - Camping
• Hiking - Hiking
• Scenic Drive - Scenic Drive
• Fishing - Fishing
• Wilderness - Wilderness
• Water Access - Water Access

Directions

<p>From Helen, GA, drive north on HWY 75 for approximately 6 miles and turn right into the campground. The campground entrance is located on a sharp left-hand curve. </p><p>From Hiawassee, drive south on HWY 75 for approximately 20 miles and turn left into the campground. The campground entrance is located on a sharp right-hand curve.</p>

Cancellation Policy

<p><strong>Making changes to your reservation:</strong></p><p>If your new stay dates are completely different from your original stay dates, there is a $10 Change Fee (per reserved site). There is no Change Fee for:</p><ul><li><p>Adding or removing nights to your stay.</p></li><li><p>Changing to a different campsite.</p></li></ul><p>Balances will adjust based on your new stay's nightly rate.</p><p><strong>Cancellations:</strong></p><p>You can cancel the reservation any time before the date of your scheduled arrival. You will receive a refund for your stay, minus the following fees:</p><ul><li><p>$10 cancellation fee</p></li><li><p>Reservation fees (only if paid when booking)</p></li><li><p>Any previous Change Fees you have been charged</p></li></ul><p>Late cancellation penalties may also apply.</p>

Contact Information

Phone: 706-754-6221

Rental Options

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