Amicalola Falls State Park and Lodge

Reservations (800) 864-7275
Lodge Reservations (800) 573-9656
Park (706) 265-4703

It’s easy to see why this is one of Georgia’s most popular state parks. Amicalola, a Cherokee Indian word meaning “tumbling waters,” is an appropriate name for these 729-foot falls ~~ the tallest cascading waterfall east of the Mississippi River. An 8.5 mile approach trail leads from the park to Springer Mountain, the southern end of the 2,135-mile Appalachian Trail. However, numerous other trails are available for shorter journeys. A beautiful lodge at the top of the mountain is popular with guests who prefer hotel-type comforts, while a 5-mile hike leads to more remote accommodations at the Len Foote Hike Inn. Be sure to stop by the visitor center to see nature displays, live exhibits and a gift shop.

Park Hours: 7 a.m. to 10 p.m.
Office Hours: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Lodge open 24 hours

Reservations (800) 864-7275
Lodge Reservations (800) 573-9656
Park (706) 265-4703

It’s easy to see why this is one of Georgia’s most popular state parks. Amicalola, a Cherokee Indian word meaning “tumbling waters,” is an appropriate name for these 729-foot falls ~~ the tallest cascading waterfall east of the Mississippi River. An 8.5 mile approach trail leads from the park to Springer Mountain, the southern end of the 2,135-mile Appalachian Trail. However, numerous other trails are available for shorter journeys. A beautiful lodge at the top of the mountain is popular with guests who prefer hotel-type comforts, while a 5-mile hike leads to more remote accommodations at the Len Foote Hike Inn. Be sure to stop by the visitor center to see nature displays, live exhibits and a gift shop.

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Become a "Friend" of Amicalola Falls State Park

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(NOTICE: For Hike Inn reservations, call 800-581-8032.)
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Park Hours: 7 a.m. to 10 p.m.
Office Hours: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Lodge open 24 hours

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FACILITIES:

829 Acres
24 Tent, Trailer, RV Campsites ($25)
14 Cottages ($80-$160)
Cottage #5 (Bottom of Falls) and Cottage #6 (Top of Falls) are dog friendly cottages
4 Picnic Shelters ($40)
Group Shelter (seats 50, $75)
56-Room Lodge & Conference Center ($75-$190)
Restaurant
20-Room Hike Inn
Visitor Center
Ropes Course
Gift Shops

ACTIVITIES:

Hiking – 12 miles of trails
Picnicking
Trout Fishing
Interpretive Programs
Photography

NEARBY ATTRACTIONS:

Blue Ridge Mountains
Dawson County
Helen, Georgia
Dahlonega Gold Museum
Fort Mountain State Park
New Echota State Historic Site
Unicoi State Park and Lodge
Vogel State Park
Chattahoochee National Forest