Unicoi State Park, Helen, GA

Largest and most popular of all the state parks in GA.
Largest and most popular of all the state parks in GA.

Unicoi State Park is north Georgia’s largest and most popular state park. With over 1000 acres for fishing, camping, hiking and biking, there are activities for every everyone’s pleasure.

My first visit to the park was to participate in the Dirty Spokes Trail Run Georgia State Park Series. This was the second of four races in the north Georgia state parks.

Flabbergasted to win 2nd place.
Flabbergasted to win 2nd place at the Dirty Spokes Trail Run
2nd place medal in Dirty Spokes Trail Run at Unicoi State Park, Helen GA. The start of a new tradition!
2nd place medal in Dirty Spokes Trail Run at Unicoi State Park, Helen GA. The start of a new tradition!

Established in 1954 with 278 acres, residence of north Georgia worked to produce an outdoor recreation experiment station. Through the years, changes in administration have resulted in upgrades and increased opportunities for adventurers to enjoy the magnificent beauty of the area.

Ana Ruby Falls
Ana Ruby Falls, (left)
Ana Ruby Falls
Ana Ruby Falls (right)

AnaRubyFalls, which is located within Unicoi State Park, is just one of the spectacular sites to visit.  The hike up to the falls is part of the attraction.

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This tree...
This tree…
... was growing out of this rock.
… was growing out of this rock.
Love this rock, it looks like a horse getting drenched in a waterfall.
Love this rock; reminds me of a horse getting drenched in a downpour.
Aperture F/22
Aperture F/22

With Fall in full swing, now is the best time to get out and see what nature has to offer.

Get out and enjoy your neighborhood!

Pauliana

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