Smithgall Woods Conservation Area

Smithgall Woods Conservation Area spans 5,664 acres of protected forest land with Dukes Creek running through its diverse natural landscapes and wildlife habitats.

Charles A. Smithgall Jr. transferred this land to Georgia state in 1994, transforming a former hydraulic gold mining site into a natural conservation area.

The park maintains educational programs focused on environmental conservation, wildlife observation, and the protection of native species including the Red-tailed Hawk.

The conservation area requires advance reservations for trout fishing, which operates on Wednesdays, Saturdays, and Sundays from October through May.

Bay Bridge, crossing over Dukes Creek, stands as one of the few covered bridges within Georgia state parks and provides views of the surrounding wilderness.

Location: Helen

Address: 61 Tsalaki Trail Helen, GA 30545 30545 30545

Phone: +17068783087

Website: https://gastateparks.org/SmithgallWoods

GPS coordinates: 34.69195,-83.76715

Latest update: March 12, 2025 07:19