Unicoi Campground

When you park your RV rental at Unicoi Campground, you'll be minutes from the breathtaking Smithgall Woods State Park. This 5,000-acre state park consists of dense forests and mountainous hills coupled with the peaceful Dukes Creek. It's one of the most popular catch-and-release trout fishing spots in Georgia, and anglers flock from across the state to fish here. There are five miles of walking trails and 18 miles of roads, which offer hikers an opportunity for some magical views of the surrounding mountains and forests. If you want to enjoy a meal with a view, there are two picnic shelters where you can have a bite to eat. Another stunning state park tucked away in the mountains of northern Georgia is Tallulah Gorge State Park. This 2,000-acre park features Tallulah Gorge, a 1,000-foot-deep gorge that runs for over two miles, providing one of the most amazing canyons in the eastern United States. Hiking is the most popular activity at this park, and 20 miles of trails allow you to hike along the edge of the gorge and cross a suspension bridge that affords vistas of the river and waterfalls below. If you feel extra adventurous, you can obtain a permit to hike to the bottom of the gorge and experience the ravine's beauty from below. Pets are allowed on the park's trails, but are not permitted on the gorge floor or suspension bridge and must be kept on a leash. Slightly deeper into the mountains is Moccasin Creek State Park. This 30-acre state park features the vast Lake Burton, which is a favorite location for locals and tourists looking to engage in watersports. Boating is a popular pastime at this 2,700-acre lake, and kayaks, canoes, and paddleboards can be rented from the park office during summer months. Fishing is also popular thanks to an abundance of trout in the lake. There are also three miles of hiking trails that will take you along the lake, through forests, and by picturesque waterfalls.