Travel

For those making the journey, we wanted to provide a page dedicated to tips for the road! To follow are tips on Gas, Food, and more to make the journey a smooth one. Updates on weather may follow as well, so stay tuned!

Final Approach to Helen

There are three main ways to get into Helen. Each direction there is a town where we recommend fueling up and grabbing a bite before arrival if you're hungry. The home stretch does have small items, but it is a bit stretched out. We'll detail some of our favorite spots here, so the trip is a bit easier for those making it possibly the first time.

From GA-17/GA-75 S in the North, you will pass through Hiawassee about 20mi from Helen.

From GA-17 S in the South East, you will pass through Clarkesville about 15mi from Helen.

From GA-75 S in the South West, you will pass through Cleveland about 9mi from Helen.

Fuel is typically a bit more expensive inside of Helen, than in these towns. We definitely recommend filling up your tank so you don't need to worry.

Tip Types

Food

North - Hiawassee

Hiawassee Brew - A local spot offering decent food and beer selection.

Otherwise there are several fast food spots in the South of town.

South East - Clarkesville

The Copper Pot - Whether your car wants a pizza, po'boy, or burger, this place has you covered.

In town you'll also find plenty of fast food and a few other decent sit down style places to relax.

South West - Cleveland

Clyde's Table and Tavern - Burgers, BBQ, and Beer!

In town there is also a vast array of fast food and other small places to grab a bite.

Fuel

Regular $3.35 / Diesel 3.90-4.00

I Market - Well lit and plenty of pumps. Friendly service people too, which helps a bit.

Other gas stations - Texaco and Exxon

Regular $3.35 / Diesel 4.00

BP & Texaco - These stations are well lit and offer plenty of pumps.

Other stations are in town, gas pricing stays consistent though.

Regular $3.28 / Diesel 3.76

BP / Clipper Petroleum - Definitely one of the nicer gas stations in town and decent fuel prices.

Plenty of other spots in town with plenty of pumps and lighting.