WaterfallHidden gem

DeSoto Falls Recreation Area

Dahlonega, Georgia

Six-falls trail and a creekside forest campground off US-129.

Cost
Paid
Time to allow
2 hours

A national forest recreation area beside Frogtown Creek with a forest service campground and a walking trail to several waterfalls. Short out-and-back walks lead to the lower falls, with more effort needed to reach the upper ones.

Good to know

  • Day-use fee applies
  • Campground is in a creek valley; bring warm layers
  • Bears live here, store food properly
Best time
Late spring and fall
Vehicles
Campervans fine
Dogs
Dogs on a lead

Facilities

  • Picnic tables
  • Toilets
  • Drinking water

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