Free & Cheap Things to Do in Helen, GA

  • The list below includes 82 free or cheap things to do in or near Helen, Georgia, including 76 different types of inexpensive activities like Hiking Trails, Mini Golf, Tubing and Ziplines.
  • From Anna Ruby Falls to Chattahoochee River, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Helen and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Blairsville, Clarkesville, Dahlonega and Sautee Nacoochee.
  • The list below includes 82 free or cheap things to do in or near Helen, Georgia, including 76 different types of inexpensive activities like Hiking Trails, Mini Golf, Tubing and Ziplines.
  • From Anna Ruby Falls to Chattahoochee River, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Helen and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Blairsville, Clarkesville, Dahlonega and Sautee Nacoochee.
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27.2 Miles
94% 51 votes
Horseback Riding 1153 Franklin Street, Dillard, GA MoreLess Info
Dillard House Stables takes both the beginner and advanced rider through scenic mountain trails. Patrons will be guided, on horseback, alongside the Little Tennessee River and will travel through lush forests, cascading waterfalls and mountain views.
27.3 Miles
50% 6 votes
Swimming Pool 1545 Community Way, Gainesville, GA 30501 MoreLess Info
The Frances Meadows Aquatic Center is a recreational water park that features amenities including a playground pavilion, family changing rooms, a swirl pool, and a kiddie slide. The center also has a fitness center.
27.6 Miles
67% 3 votes
Parks 830 Green Street, Gainesville, GA 30501 MoreLess Info
A sports complex, City Park is home to Bobby Gruhn Field and can be used for football, tennis and soccer as well as youth baseball and softball. The park provides two playgrounds, picnic areas and restroom facilities.
27.8 Miles
- 1 votes
Marinas 2145 Dawsonville Highway, Gainesville, GA 30501 MoreLess Info
Set on the shores of Lake Lanier, Gainesville Marina provides boats with boarding and direct access to the water. Visitors can rent pontoon boats from the marina to take out on the lake for half day to full day excursions.
27.9 Miles
- 1 votes
Fishing 862 Hwy 246, Dillard, GA 30537 MoreLess Info
Offering professional outfitting and guided expeditions, Chad Bryson Fishing specializes in fly fishing in the Southern Appalachians. The company offers a variety of trip options, including day trips and overnight camps.
28.0 Miles
95% 22 votes
Arts Centers 514 Green Street, Northeast, Gainesville, GA 30501 MoreLess Info
The Quinlan Visual Arts Center is a non-profit charitable organization that has the goal of bringing graphic arts to life, and to the life of the community. The organization hosts a summer art camp for children.
28.1 Miles
98% 468 votes
Rafting 1251 Academy Rd, Long Creek, SC 29658 MoreLess Info
Since 1971, Wildwater Rafting, has been providing heart-pounding adventures for enthusiasts of all ages. Featuring half-day, full-day, and overnight trips, let their experienced guides provide you with the thrill of a lifetime.
28.1 Miles
90% 41 votes
Walking Trails 849 Wilshire Road NW, Gainesville, GA 30501 MoreLess Info
Wilshire Trails Park is an outdoor recreational area in Gainesville, Georgia where you could spend all day long having fun with friends and family. Learn to swim, participate in many types of fitness events such as pilates, zumba, aquatic lessons, and more. You even have the option of renting your own pavilion …
28.1 Miles
- 0 votes
National & State Parks 311 Green St NW, Gainesville, GA 30501 MoreLess Info
Home to six sites, the Friends of Georgia State Park and Historic Sites offers visitors a glimpse in Gainesville history. The grounds include a preserved Civil War battlefield site, Reynold's Mansion, the Lapham-Patterson house, a lodge and two state parks.
28.6 Miles
88% 17 votes
Nature & Wildlife Areas Warwoman Road, Clayton, GA MoreLess Info
Visitors can enjoy scenic views of the creek while warming up to a fireplace at Warwoman Dell Recreation Area. The surrounding forest contains trails for hikers to explore. There is also an old trout hatchery on the grounds.
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