2014 Map of Helen

About this map

The Chattahoochee River winds through the heart of this North Georgia mountain landscape, anchoring the alpine-themed architecture of Helen and the surrounding communities of Robertstown and Sautee Nacoochee. This survey documents a transition from the protected woodlands of the Chattahoochee National Forest to the cultivated lands of the Nacoochee Valley. Cultural and historical landmarks are numerous, including the Yonah Mountain Lookout Tower atop Yonah Mtn and a series of community burial grounds such as Crescent Hill Cem and Amys Creek Cem. The local hydrology is defined by a network of managed water bodies like Unicoi State Park Lake and Sky Lake, alongside natural features like Chickamauga Cr and Dukes Cr. The road network, including the Unicoi Tpke, reflects the area's development as a central hub for both recreation and local heritage.