Amicalola is a Cherokee word meaning "tumbling waters." Located within
Amicalola Falls State Park, these beautiful falls slide and plunge 729
feet in seven cascades, making it the highest waterfall in Georgia. At
the base of the falls, there is a parking area, a reflection pool, and
.3-mile paved trail leading to an observation deck that crosses the top
of the falls. Dawsonville/Dahlonega Area: The park's entrance is on GA Highway 52, east of Ellijay or west of Dahlonega.
Waterfalls
Although it's hard to get the majority of people to agree on anything,
one thing that most of us would agree on is the majestic splendor of
waterfalls. And fortunately for residents and visitors to the Northeast
Georgia Mountains, our area is full of them. From Amicalola's 729 feet
of cascades, to Raven Cliff's peculiar presentation, Northeast Georgia
waterfalls never disappoint. And although only a handful of waterfalls are visible from the road or
parking lots, most are easily reached with a short walk or hike.
The following list contains information and directions to some of Northeast Georgia's most popular
waterfalls. So put on those walking shoes, get out there, stretch those
legs, breath some fresh air and enjoy these natural wonders that
lighten the heart and stir the soul!
Photographer Jack Anthony has been all over north Georgia photographing the beautiful falls. See his web site to view many of these North Georgia falls and purchase a beautiful Waterfall 18x24 inch poster that shows 20 of the major waterfalls in the region.
Amicalola Falls
Amicalola is a Cherokee word meaning "tumbling waters." Located within
Amicalola Falls State Park, these beautiful falls slide and plunge 729
feet in seven cascades, making it the highest waterfall in Georgia. At
the base of the falls, there is a parking area, a reflection pool, and
.3-mile paved trail leading to an observation deck that crosses the top
of the falls. Dawsonville/Dahlonega Area: The park's entrance is on GA Highway 52, east of Ellijay or west of Dahlonega.
Angel-Panther Falls
The trail parallels the west side of Joe Branch. You will come to
Panther Falls after hiking .6-miles. To reach Angel Falls, hike another
.3-miles. Clayton/Rabun County Area: From Clayton, take U.S.
441/23 south for 7 miles. Turn right on unnumbered country road for
.1 mile, then turn left on GA Hwy. 15 for 2 miles. Turn right on
County Road 10 for five miles. Enter Rabun Beach Campground #2
entrance, go .2 mile to parking area on right. Trailhead is 80 feet to
the north.
Anna Ruby Falls
Two creeks, Curtis and York, climax their run down the steep slopes of
Tray Mountain in twin waterfalls. Curtis Creek falls 153 feet and York
drops 50 feet. Although the .4-mile Anna Ruby Falls Trail is paved, it
is very steep. Benches are located along the trail for those that want
to sit and rest or just enjoy the scenic beauty of the area. Helen/Hiawassee Area: Take GA 75 North from Helen for one mile. Turn right on GA 356 for 1.5 miles, then go left on the entrance road to the falls.
Becky Branch Falls
This 20-foot cascade is located just five minutes from downtown Clayton and is easily accessible. Clayton/Rabun County Area: From Clayton, drive east on Warwoman Road for 2.8 miles and park on the
left side of the road. Walk up the right side of the branch on the
trail for about 200 yards to a bridge at the base of the falls.
Blood Mountain Falls & Falls on Waters Creek
This beautiful waterfall is located on Blood Mountain Stream. The
stream flows almost 20 feet through a rock cut, creating a churning
sluice of water. Blairsville/Cleveland Area: From U.S.
19/129 (Turners Corner), go west on U.S. 19 for approximately 1/2 mile
to Waters Creek Recreation Area. Turn right and travel approximately
2.8 miles and park in the lot to the right. Across the road is a path
to the viewing area.
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