Andrews Cove National Park Campsites
- tammyhotchkiss5
- Jul 24, 2023
- 1 min read
Unicoi Turnpike
Helen, GA 30545
Andrews Cove Recreation Area offers restrooms along with 10 camping sites that are equipped with tent pads, picnic tables, grills, and lantern posts. The Andrews Cove Trail follows an old logging road parallel to Andrews Creek. This trail is 2 miles long and provides access to the Appalachian Trail and Forest Service Road 283 at Indian Grave Gap. The loop through the recreation area is paved. The nearest town is approximately 5 miles, or 15 minutes, to Helen, GA. Great restaurants, country grocery stores with great meat selection, shopping opportunities, etc. Occupancy of sites is on a first-come, first-serve basis.
Fishing for trout in Andrews Creek is also popular among visitors. Check State fishing regulations before fishing. Andrews Cove offers convenient vehicle access from Hwy 75, a cool mountain stream, and a peaceful atmosphere. Drinking water is not available at this time. A camping fee is required. Drinking water is provided from one, centralized hand pump. Outhouse-style restroom, no showers. No camp host at the location. Restroom was not well kept. Campsites were not well kept.
The nearest town is approximately 5 miles, or 15 minutes, to Helen, GA. Great restaurants, country grocery stores with great meat selection, shopping opportunities, etc. Although close to roadway, not very noticeable noise.
Camping Fee: $12 per site per night
Directions: GA-105 N to GA-17 N
GPS Coordinates
Latitude: 34.7773163°N, -83.739344°W
Approx. Elevation: 2,054 feet (626 meters)
USGS Map Area: Tray Mountain
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