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Andrews Cove Campground
Andrews Cove Recreation Area in White County offers a cool mountain stream and a peaceful atmosphere, and is only 15 minutes from the popular alpine village of Helen, Georgia.
At a Glance
| Current Conditions: | Andrews Cove is open for the season. Quiet hours are from 10pm to 6am daily, no generators allowed to operate during quiet hours. |
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| Operational Hours: | Andrews Cove Recreation Area is open for the new 2022 season, |
| Reservations: | Reservations are not accepted. Occupancy of sites are on a first come, first serve basis. |
| Area Amenities: | Tent camping,Fee charged for some activities,Picnic tables,Toilets,Drinking water,Parking |
| Fees: | Camping: $12/site/night |
| Permit Info: | Georgia fishing license and trout stamp required. Please check and review Georgia's rules and regulations on fishing at www.gofishgeorgia.com |
| Open Season: | 03/15/2021 |
| Usage: | Medium |
| Restrictions: | The maximum length of stay is 14 days. No UTV's, ATV's or Golf carts allowed in the campground or on Forest Service Roads. |
| Closest Towns: | The nearest town is approximately 6 miles, or 15 minutes, to Helen, GA. Here campers will find restaurants, grocery stores, shopping opportunities, etc. |
| Water: | Drinking water is provided from one, centralized hand pump. |
| Restroom: | 1 Chemical Flush facility |
| Passes: | The Interagency Senior and Access Passes and the Golden Age and Access Passports are accepted. These passes entitle the pass holder to a 50% discount on camping fees. Reminder to write your pass number on the fee envelope to get credit for this discount. |
| Operated By: | USDA Forest Service, Chattooga River Ranger District |
| Information Center: | Please contact the Chattooga River Ranger District office at 706-754-6221 |
General Information
Directions:Physical Address: 15000 Hwy 75 North, Helen, Georgia
It is convenienly located off of Hwy 75, approximately 15 minutes north of Helen, Georgia.
From Helen, GA, take State Rt. 17/75 north for 5.5 miles to
campground sign. Turn right into campground.
Directions:
Take GA 75N from Helen for 5 miles. Turn Rt. at Andrews Cove Recreation Recreation Area. Parking is ahead on Rt.
Activities
Campground Camping
- 10 camping sites
- Paved driving loop thru recreation area
- Restroom facility
- Standard ammenities (i.e. grill, picnic table, lantern post, etc).
River and Stream Fishing
| Fish Species | Rainbow and Brown Trout |
Day Hiking
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.
Other trails within a 30 minute drive of this campground include:
- Anna Ruby Falls Trail (trail length 0.4 miles)
- Dukes Creek Trail (trail length 2.5 miles)
- Raven CliffsTrail (trail length 2.5 miles)
- Smith Creek Trail (trail length 4.6 miles)
General Info:
DirectionsTake GA 75N from Helen for 5 miles. Turn Rt. at Andrews Cove Recreation Recreation Area. Parking is ahead on Rt.
Amenities
| Picnic tables: | |
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| Tent camping: | |
| Fee charged for some activities: | |
| Parking: | |
| Toilets: | |
| Drinking water: |
Alerts & Warnings
- Helton Creek Falls and Trail Temporarily Closed
- Coleman River Rd (FSR #54) Closure
- CAUTION Waterfall Dangers
- Road Closures on the Chattooga River Ranger District
- CALL BEFORE YOU HAUL - ATV and OHV
- Holcomb Creek Falls trail closure
- Panther Creek Trail Temporary Hiker Restrictions
- Don't Move Firewood!
Location