Helen Bavarian Village – Alana Falls loop from Helen

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Helen Bavarian Village – Alana Falls loop from Helen

Hard

2.6

(6)

riders

Helen Bavarian Village – Alana Falls loop from Helen

06:29

94.5km

1,690m

Cycling

Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: September 10, 2026

Tips

Cycling is not permitted along parts of this route

After 46.1 km for 129 m

After 94.0 km for 110 m

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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373 m

Helen Bavarian Village

Highlight • Settlement

Helen is a bustling alpine village set against a scenic backdrop of beautiful mountains, forests, and river banks. It will seem like you have been transported to the cobblestone streets …

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6.33 km

Covered Bridge in Smithgall Woods State Park

Highlight • Bridge

Smithgall Woods State Park acts as a mountain retreat for mountain lovers. Reservations have to be made to stay overnight, and all visitors need to register at the visitor center …

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46.1 km

Neels Gap and Mountain Crossings

Highlight • Mountain Pass

Roughly 30 miles from Springer Mountain, Neels Gap is a key milestone for northbound hikers. The trail literally passes through the breezeway of Mountain Crossings, a historic stone building that …

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68.1 km

Steedly Mountain

Highlight • Summit

Stunning views from Steedly Mountain into the Blue Ridge Mountains of Georgia!

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78.4 km

Chattahoochee Wildlife Management Area

Highlight • Forest

Chattahoochee Wildlife Management Area, sprawling across Georgia's landscape, spans over 25,000 acres, offering a refuge for diverse wildlife species and nature seekers.

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94.0 km

Alana Falls

Highlight • Waterfall

Alana Falls is situated at the front of Unicoi State Park in Helen, Georgia. The park has a multitude of recreation and leisure options, and it requires a $5 day …

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94.5 km

End point

Parking

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