Unicoi State Park, Lodge and Dandy Buffet

The “mountains” of North Georgia don’t compare to the Alps or the Rockies, but we have a treasure you won’t find anywhere else: Unicoi State Park and Lodge.

If a picture is worth a thousands words, you’d need a thousand pictures to describe the beauty of Unicoi.

After a relaxing drive on Saturday, September 24, 2016, I got a little hungry.  OK, that’s a lie.  I was famished.

As I drove toward Unicoi, I saw a rather large, healthy black bear amble across the road near the fire station on Route 356.

The thought of battling a bear for berries didn’t strike me as all that appealing, nor did the thought of battling for a parking space in nearby Helen and foraging for schnitzel and beer.

Behold, the buffet at Unicoi State Park and Lodge.  What a deal!  I don’t even remember how much it cost — $12.95?  14.95?  Less than I have paid for a bowl of fancy cold soup in my travels.  (Yes, they have plenty of “girl food” in addition to the good stuff.)

Dear Wendy, manager of the Smith Creek Tavern in Unicoi State Park Lodge, was wonderful.  I munched away watching football on several TV screens at once and truly enjoyed a delicious meal in the mountains.

Yes, Unicoi State Park has more to offer than friendly folks, excellent food, soothing surroundings, cozy nooks and room to breathe clean air.

Perfect for all types of travelers, Unicoi State Park and Lodge offers guests an array of lodging options. Our Lodge has it all!

We have 100 stylish and cozy rooms, the Unicoi Restaurant, Smith Creek Tavern, activities and Wi-Fi throughout the Lodge and Conference Center. Unicoi Adventures Gift Shop is the hub of all things happening at Unicoi.

Experience a retreat unlike any other with a stay at our iconic Barrel Cabins. Relax in the quiet seclusion of Smith Creek Cabins or bring the whole family plus some friends and stay at our Deluxe Cabins next to Unicoi Lake.

Get back to nature at one of our 84 campsites ranging from walk-in private and group sites to locations with campsite ready conveniences. Unicoi offers 51 RV sites with water, electricity, dump stations and a choice of scenery.

Enjoy a delicious meal and a perfect vacation in the mountains at Unicoi State Park.