Smithgall Woods
Smithgall Woods Conservation Area is a protected wilderness area of 5,664 acres. The park offers 18 miles of roads and 5 miles of trails for hikers and bikers to enjoy the woodlands. The land was acquired from a conservationist in 1994 and now offers six mountain cottages, some of which sit along Dukes Creek. As one of north Georgia best trout fishing streams, the mountain retreat is very popular with anglers. The creek is only open during certain days to protect the fishing quality, and they only offer catch and release. For those wanting to hike, there is also a one-mile trail leading from the cottages to Dukes Creek Falls.