Upper Chattahoochee River Campground
Helen, Georgia · 2,208 ft · In Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forest
Photos: Barb Ramey
At a glance
5 of 8 facts known · recreation.gov, checked Sep 24, 2026
- Elevation
- 2,208 ft (673 m)2,208 ft673 m
Sites19
Upper Chattahoochee River Campground lists no loops, so its sites are listed here. Pick a site to see its details.
From recreation.gov's site list, Oct 10, 2026.
Amenities
From OpenStreetMap, Overture Maps Foundation — Places, Recreation.gov, Recreation.gov — campground rate cards, USDA Forest Service — Recreation Opportunities, USFS INFRA Recreation Sites · Correct
- Campfires allowed
- Toilets
- Trash / dumpster
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About
Overview
The drive up through the winding misty roads of North Georgia leading to this 19-site, developed campground is almost as breath-taking as the site itself. Although the drive leaves one feeling as if civilization has been left far, far behind, the ever-popular and beloved alpine village of Helen, Georgia is less than an hour away. Camping here, visitors can enjoy the pleasure of Georgia's number one vacation spot with shopping, dining, and entertainment in the City of Helen and many recreational activities.
Recreation
At the rear of the campground, visitors will find the short walking trail for the beautiful Horse Trough Falls. It is just a mile downstream from the headwaters of the Chattahoochee River. Recreational activities in this area include hiking, fishing, camping, and hunting. Right outside the campground, there is a Day-use picnic area for a nice break with the creek running just a few feet away. For those wanting to take the 7-mile drive along Upper Chattahoochee Road (FS 44 Road), you will find yourself outside of Helen, Georgia with many other recreational opportunities including rafting, kayaking, ziplining, and some great hiking trails.
From OpenStreetMap, Overture Maps Foundation — Places, Recreation.gov, Recreation.gov — campground rate cards, USDA Forest Service — Recreation Opportunities, and USFS INFRA Recreation Sites · · Edit
Cell service
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Cell service at Upper Chattahoochee River Campground: FCC map Dec 2025
Weather
National Weather Service
- WedPatchy Fog then Sunny82°62°
- ThuSunny, 1% chance of rain82°61°
- FriSunny, 1% chance of rain77°43°
- SatSunny62°41°
- SunSunny59°43°
Nearby camping
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Helen, GA Site 2
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3 more within 25 mi
6 OpenStreetMap entries in Helen share one park. They may be individual sites of a single campground. Suggest a merge
Dispersed camping nearby
Free dispersed camping within 19 mi, on public land.
- 1.5 mi
Camp site
Helen, GA · On State agency land · Chattahoochee Wildlife Management Area
- 1.6 mi
Camp site
Helen, GA · On State agency land · Chattahoochee Wildlife Management Area
- 1.6 mi
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Helen, GA · On State agency land · Chattahoochee Wildlife Management Area
- 1.7 mi
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Helen, GA · On State agency land · Chattahoochee Wildlife Management Area
- 1.8 mi
Camp site
Helen, GA · On State agency land · Chattahoochee Wildlife Management Area
- 2.1 mi
Camp site
Helen, GA · On U.S. Forest Service land · Chattahoochee National Forest
Location and contact
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