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Erin M.

Be prepared for a 0.4-0.5 mile hike up to the falls. It was an amazing hike but this Florida girl is definitely not used to climbing hills. There was one point where it was steep but the view at the top made it all worth while.

Stephanie C.

Beautiful short walk . Very relaxing a must see spot for take pictures and have a touch of nature . Animals are also welcomed and there is a $5 charge per person 16 and up . I highly recommend you arrive early we noticed a lot of animals people going in at 11 am .

The path to the Falls mostly uphill but very doable

Dave O.

While in the area around Helen, GA. we decided to explore the area and stumbled on to Anna Ruby Falls - the admission is now $5 per person and is collected prior to reaching the parking lot, gift shop and trail entrance. We did a quick tour of the gift shop and I of course purchased a refrigerator magnet for the RV and also made a donation to the park to further the children's educational programs. The head of the trail looks okay the incline looks manageable and the pavement is smooth and plenty wide enough to pass fellow hikers the sign says .4 miles to the falls so we headed out. The incline gradually increases as you pass the halfway point but l'd still consider it a moderate hike and there are several spots along the way with benches if you need a break, we didn't stop but we did notice a few people taking a rest. Once you reach the cross over bridge you're home free although the incline increases somewhat just remember once you reach the falls there will be plenty of time to take a break before heading back down which is much easier as you'd expect but it does present a slip hazard in some spots where the pavement is wet so l recommend wearing suitable footwear. The falls are absolutely gorgeous and today there was plenty of water coming over the top, the wooden deck provides a great vantage point to take photos and there are benches to sit and enjoy the view before heading back down. All in all it's worth the walk and you'll be glad you took the challenge and likely will have some memories that will last a lifetime....

Dave T.

Great national park. Walk to the falls was only 0.4 miles however it is a bit of a steep go. But they do have benches along the way so you van take breaks. FYI your cell phone will most likely not work in the park so be prepared for that. Gift shop has very reasonable prices compared to in town prices. So we loaded up here. Very helpful staff. Great place for a hike or picnic. Get here early when we left around 1pm the line of cars coming in.

Brian L.

Went here on a suggestion of the Helen visitor center. The drive was maybe 15 minutes outside of Helen. You pass through 2 feet stations, if you're going to the falls you only pay at the second which is ran by NPS. The fee is $5 per adult I believe. There's a gift shop near the parking lot. The hike is about .4 or .5 miles, mostly uphill, but for the most part easy. There are a few spots that's a steeper incline. Once you get there though the views are amazing, it's a great sight to see. Make sure you wear comfortable hiking shoes. The gift shop has bathrooms, and some souvenirs for everyone. The NPS staff is nice and friendly.

Laurie H.

Visiting Helen, Georgia we ended up at Anna Ruby Falls. We had a fabulous time walking up to the falls, and even walking back. The walk path is completely paved and is very easy for even people who have mobility concerns. The view all along our walk was absolutely breathtaking, and even the weather cooperated with beautiful blue skies, although it was nice and shady among the trees and very comfortable weatherwise. The view at the top of Anna Ruby Falls was absolutely stunning, and we spent some quality time on the benches along the walk where you could rest and enjoy nature at its best! I truly recommend visiting Anna Ruby, Falls, just outside of Helen, Georgia on your next visit this way. OH... and don't forget your camera! Safe travels

Becca H.

Beautiful hike and stunning waterfall. We came on a rainy day so there weren't many people around. The waterfalls had a decent amount of flow but I'd love to see this in other seasons. There's a beautiful viewing platform at the bottom of the falls. The hike is a little steep in parts but it's well maintained and short. There's a shop at the bottom where the parking lot is with shirts & your typical merchandise you'd see at a park like this. Don't expect cell service as there is absolutely zero. Disconnect and enjoy!

Mike M.

If you are in this area you must come to Anna Ruby Falls. It's located less than 15 minutes from Helen and there is a charge of $5 per adult to enter. There is a nice visitor center with gift shop, restrooms and drink and snack machines. When you arrive you will notice no cell service so be prepared. The trail to the Falls is only .4 miles long and is paved. However it rises 225 feet in that distance and it's all uphill to the Falls. It requires a medium level of exertion so it isn't easy. I wouldn't want to do it in warm weather or after eating a big meal. Of course the walk down afterward is much more pleasant. The path is beautiful. You will be under plenty of shade between the hill tops on both sides and the very tall trees. Also the discharged water from the Falls form a stream right besides the path. Many nice photo opportunities are on the path. When you get to the top seeing the Falls make the climb worth it. At the Falls are two observation platforms to stand on and take pics. There are actually two Falls that combine into the stream below. The tallest one on the left is 150 feet above the observation platform. On the day of my visit on a weekday in November the crowd size was very manageable. I was told that on summer weekends they have many more people come and it gets crowded. Keep that in mind. Finally there are no facilities up at the Falls. No restrooms or drinkable water. I'm very glad I visited Anna Ruby Falls. It is a beautiful place.

John B.

This site is federally owned, but is embedded in the state park. I was able to get through the state park without paying for that, and a separate, per-person charge is issued at the gates for this area. Fortunately, a national parks pass gets you out of this fee. The parking area is small and fills easily, but there is a lot of turnover. A visitor center there has a deck overlooking a pool which supposedly has trout (not visible to me), and from there a moderate uphill paved walk leads to the falls. The viewing platforms don't really grant that great of a view of the falls; you're not that close. The downstream area is arguably more interesting. It's nice forest, but there's a lot of places in the Appalachian Mountains where you can find perfectly nice waterfalls that don't have quite the same degree of hassle or cost attached to them that this one does. So for me, it's a nice natural site, but I'd only go if I was already in this area. The whole walk was less than an hour.

Kristin C.

This hike is beautiful and the waterfalls are amazing. It's not a long hike to the top, less than a half of a mile each way. It is paved the entire way but it is steep in certain spots. There are some benches along the way. There are a few viewing spots at the top for taking pictures and admiring the view. We took our dog and he did fine.

Ann P.

Very slow paced walk with beautiful views and sitting benches throughout the path to the top of the waterfall. There footbridges and nature all around. The path is very puppy friendly and a medium accessibly path. It was paved well and maintained however, there were some sticks scattered on some walkways which made it difficult to just continue at a mid pace. The hills were not horribly inclined except for a limited few and there was benches at every point nearby the large inclines to provide rest. The path was accessible and wide enough for a stroller or pedestrians with a dog and an accessible device or walker to pass in tandem with ease. The walk is absolutely worth the reward of the peace and tranquility of the end of the journey.

Cassandra S.

If you're in the area this is a great little walk. It was about two miles total - some of the hike was blocked off so we couldn't go to top of the hike close to the waterfalls. It costs $5 per person to enter, they take cash or credit card at the gift shop. The gift shop is a nice area and Brenda the clerk was so friendly. We talked about dogs and life for a bit. Such a sweet person. Along the hike you'll see beautiful streams and little waterfalls. There are also restrooms at the start of the trail. Dog friendly. We really enjoyed this. I'd say it was about 45 min only because we stopped a few times along the trails.

Mari T.

If you looking for a day trip to go to in GA, this place is for you. This place is located in Helena, GA. You drive passed the city of Helen, Georgia. It is about 20-25 minutes from Main Street. The hike in Anna Ruby Fall isn't long. The hiking trail is about 30 minutes, depending on how fast you walk and spend time around the area. It is very easy to walk up to Anna Ruby Fall. It is gorgeous. It's worth seeing if you are visiting. They also have a little gift shop by the entrance. I picked up waterproof stickers and a postcard. It was inexpensive.

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Suwanee I.

13 years ago

Excellent hike With a wet Summer the falls were glorious. Nice picnic tables along the river. Worth the drive. Been there multiple times now. read more

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Olivia L.

9 years ago

The falls are beautiful! You definitely should make a trip to see it. Not 5 stars because there is no hiking trails available. There is a paved path to the falls which is nice, however the option to be able to actually hike some would be great too. read more

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Cindy B.

6 years ago

Beautiful scenic falls; kept up very nice. Hope to visit again. Extremely nice staff.

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Brian C.

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8 years ago

Some of the Good lord our Gods work and well worth the walk and hang out, you will enjoy it!

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Mia G.

8 years ago

If you want something economical, easy and fun to do come here. Pack lunches and maybe extra clothes for the little ones because there's a little river in the picnic area or go to the "beach" on the way out, the "beach" is safe and not to deep. read more

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Jacque D.

9 years ago

Very lovely waterfall at the end of a short, paved trail that follows a stream. There is a $3 fee per person taken by a jovial gatekeeper.

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Liberty H.

8 years ago

Lots of fun, just be in shape to climb! Steep steep pathways!!! Very clean, minimal cost, $3 per adult.

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John R.

9 years ago

Anna Ruby Falls was an amazing experience. It is definitely a kids friendly hike. The views were breathtaking and the gift shop was great. read more

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Mark W.

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9 years ago

A pretty steep climb but worth it. Many places to sit down along the way if necessary.

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Jenny J.

6 years ago

Love this place, so peaceful, clean and beautiful to walk around.

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Karen L.

8 years ago

Gorgeous twin falls and a beautiful walk to see them - about half a mile on a paved trail. Our dog loves the trail, too. Well worth a stop!

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James B.

7 years ago

Beautiful place nice day the park was nice boy what a hike will do it again, to many dogs at the park that was the only bad thing ,I'm a dog lover to but leave dogs at home read more

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Rebecca W.

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"Beautiful, picturesque, easy, paved hiking trail to gorgeous falls". It was such a treat to be able to see Anna Ruby Falls. Luckily, we made it there before they closed and before it rained (hard). So, make sure you check open times. Perfect for families that want to go on a quick, easy hike. The trail is paved, so no worries about dirt on you clothes or getting muddy shoes. My 5-year old daughter enjoyed this scenic hike very much, but there there are some steeper parts to it, so there is a bit of a climb. At the end of the trail, you get to stop and be in awe of the falls. Pictures just don't do justice for this magnificent scenery. I am not sure how plentiful the falls are when it's not rainy season, but we were there in the winter, so they were flowing heavily. There is a small fee that you pay at the gift shop, plus there are clean restrooms, too. If you are visiting the charming town of Helen, GA, this is a must-stop, if you have a couple hours to spare. The walk up to the falls is about 30 minutes. read more

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Scott S.

7 years ago

Visited Anna Ruby falls October 10, 2019, with three other couples during a week long stay in Helen. The parking area is close to the Gift Shop, Restrooms, and start of the trail. The nearly half mile trail to the falls is paved along the river bed. Some shrubs and flowers were still in bloom. read more

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Georgia S.

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9 years ago

Beautiful falls! Simply gorgeous. Check out our video featuring the falls! https://youtu.be/O09y_Y2_Gxg

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ABeth M.

9 years ago

Anna Ruby Falls trail is worth a trip! My family and I went on the short hiking trail up to the Falls. It was peaceful and beautiful! My kids are 8 and 12... the hike was very easy and paved the entire way. We took amazing pictures! read more

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Jennifer W.

7 years ago

Great and easy paved hike for families with little legs. BEAUTIFUL falls and viewing docks. The picnic area was pristine: lots of clean tables lined to creek. We saw lots of deer coming in and even stopped to play at the playground. Fun! read more

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Billie Faye M.

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9 years ago

My children (15 and 13) really enjoyed Anna Ruby Falls. The walk up was perfect, not too long or steep. I liked stopping along the walk to read the different facts about the waterfalls and how they got the names and such. We'd definitely visit again! read more

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Kim P.

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i strongly suggest you do not take the lazy way to this falls and that you actually do the hike from Unicoi lodge. dont be a fatass and drive in. its a great 5 mile hike and a 5 mile return trip. not hard (if youre not a fatass). the falls is great with a stationed ranger and two decks to hang out at. read more

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Pamela S.

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Beautiful and totally worth it. Easy to access -- you can drive within half a mile and the walk up to the falls is relatively flat, wide, and well-paved. $3 per adult. read more

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Amie D.

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7 years ago

Just perfect for couples (or families). Hubby and I visited a few weeks ago and went to the top. First trip of this type in 10 years. We thoroughly enjoyed the experience and will go again perhaps next year. A great experience. read more

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Jessica R.

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15 years ago

We went on a Sunday and chose the short hike. It was crowded. The scenery and falls were beautiful! There are not too many places to sit on the shorter hike. We plan on going back and doing the longer hike. We had to drive through Helen, Ga to get there. We plan on making a day of it and seeing Helen and then hiking after. Will be back. read more

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Anna W.

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15 years ago

Great short walk. Rather steep uphill though.

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CJ H.

12 years ago

Beautiful waterfall! Very short walk to falls, if you opt to do the paved trail. Definitely Worth the entry fee. A great way to breathe some fresh Helen air! Check it out! read more

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Veronica V.

12 years ago

Had a great time viewing the waterfalls. Watch out for snakes- saw two on the way down. Very clean, well maintained!

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Tom G.

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12 years ago

$3.00 to get in. Very beautiful waterfall. Might be a bit steep for some people. It takes 0.4 miles to hike to the falls.

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Jen M.

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14 years ago

Fun, short hike! Paved, but steep, with lovely falls views.

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Doug G.

13 years ago

Beautiful falls. Pleasant walk but STEEP! For seniors. My mom had a hard time up and back in her transport chair. Motorized chairs would be better. Perfect for price. Lovely. read more

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Ellen M.

8 years ago

Wonderful hike! The trail is paved, but not easy. Very steap at times. Gorgeous views along the way, but the falls at the end are the best thing I've seen in this trip. The little shop is a great place for souvenirs and local info. Great for families! read more

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Anita Z.

10 years ago

Even in the drier season, it was beautiful. We forgot our hiking shoes so we proceeded in flip flops. We did fine, still suggest hiking shoes! . Take a camera .... And take your time to enjoy the experience. read more

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Nicole O.

10 years ago

Beautiful and well maintained trail. I don't know about stroller friendly with that incline! Nice to have benches along the short hike up and nice overlook platforms. read more

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Ashley P.

10 years ago

Been here countless times and the beauty of nature and the falls never get old. This is a great place to take family members of all ages - I've taken two out of town friends with babies as well as folks in their 70s. I would say this is a great "beginner's" waterfall. Definitely worth a stop if you're briefly in the area. read more

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Christina G.

9 years ago

We had a great time hiking to the base of the falls, easy hike with children. Beautiful views must do.

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Jennifer K.

8 years ago

Really beautiful! Nice little hike and inexpensive. Glad we went and will do it again upon next visit.

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Wendy C.

16 years ago

Beautiful hike! Beautiful waterfalls! Worth it! next time we will do the hike to lake! Looking forward to going back!

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Tonya D.

13 years ago

A wonderful state park. The walk to the falls is approx .5 miles. Has lots of benches to stop, if needed. Also more trails to hike if up for it. read more

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Claire K.

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8 years ago

This is one of my all time favorite places to go visit. If you're in Georgia and up around the northeast you should drop by and see the gorgeous views and walk on the family friendly trails. And if you do come to visit please make sure you leave only footprints and take only pictures. Keep this place natural and beautiful! It's a true gem up here. read more

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Mechelle K.

9 years ago

We were up for the eclipse when we found this gem. It is managed by the US Forest service and they do a great job. You must enter the Unicoi State Park to get to the falls but it is free IF you are only going to the falls which is $3, but if you are going to also visit Unicoi State Park there is a separate fee. Kinda weird. The facilities prior to the hike are very nice. The gift shop has a large assortment of items so you should find something that screams; buy me!! Bathrooms are large and clean.Also has a vending area where you can purchase drinks. The hike is 100% paved and its called moderate but let me tell you after hiking it you will not need your Stairmaster anytime soon. It was a gentle beginning but by time top reached your muscles are calling. Luckily, they have many stone benches for resting tired feet and legs. While resting the scenery is beautiful with plenty of lush foliage to gaze upon.the air is fresh and even with my allergies Once at the top, all soreness is forgotten as you take in the wonder of the waterfall. I have been to Amicalola Falls and this one is better!! read more

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Jared K.

10 years ago

We were visiting the town of Helen, Georgia and saw this hike was available within a short drive. It was a short hike on a paved trail that was maybe a mile long. I would not call it strenuous, however it was definitely a moderate level hike due to elevation change. That said, people were pushing strollers up. At the top is a really good view of a waterfall. Totally worth it. Did it change my life, can't say that it did. What I do it again if I was in the area, probably yes. read more

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Sandi W.

9 years ago

BRING CASH! The gate attendant is awful. After driving over 2.5 hours from our home in GA with my High School Exchange student from Spain, the last thing I expected was to be made to feel like we had to leave at the entrance for not bringing cash! We were a bit surprised to be waiting in line at the little gate house around noon today for people to pay to enter in their vehicles. It became clear why there was a line though. What an uncomfortable, rude and awful attitude the gate attendant had. When I tried to hand him my credit card, he stared at me. I said that there were two of us as the sign stated $3.00 per person 16 and up. He asked if I was kidding him. I was confused by his statement and asked why. He said that they certainly do not take credit cards. I said, Ok is there somewhere that I could pay with credit as all I had was a dollar or so in coins. I had no idea there was a Cash only policy. I looked all around the sign laden gate house and saw no indication that it was Cash only either. He told me he was sure that there were other places that I could use my credit card. I was stunned. I thought he must be joking. I asked him again if there was a place to pay by credit card, a form to fill out, anything as we just drove over 2 hours. He asked me if I would like a 'crying towel'. There was clearly a long line of cars behind us and could not believe that this gentleman was talking to us like this. I thought that this is part of the National Parks system? I felt like he wanted us to leave, to pull around the gate house and actually drive back down and leave without entering the .5 mile walk to the falls. I said again that we drove over 2 hours. He said that he also drove from Miami to me. I actually live in GA and my accent is clearly from NY. It was extremely uncomfortable. I looked at my host student and could see she was also visibly upset by this exchange. I said surely there is a way to pay to get into the park, and asked how again. He stared at me and I felt very uncomfortable. It was very upsetting. Finally he asked me how many people were in the car. I said 2. As he handed me two entry stickers, he told me to go to the gift shop and ask for either Anna or Doug and give them my credit card. This gentleman knew all along that we could have paid by credit card at the gift shop but instead insulted us, made us feel like we had to leave, almost had my host daughter in tears, etc. We did tell Anna and Doug in the gift shop about the exchange. At first they said, he must be having a bad day. Then said, well imagine that other people may not come and pay in the gift shop. When I said that this was all over $6, at a National Park for a woman and a teen that live in the state and came to see a waterfall...then they apologized to us. My host daughter couldn't believe what happened and that I kept being respectful and nice. Of course I did, I felt that this man at the gate had the power, which clearly got to his head, to make us turn around. Let me say that the falls were lovely. But, unfortunately, I would never return there myself. Make sure you bring cash with you when you go. read more

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Cooper's Furnace is an old relic from the Civil War era. To get here, get on River Road and go all…read morethe way until it ends. Then you'll see the furnace, the picnic area, bathrooms, and the start of the trail. Cooper's Furnace isn't very impressive if you've seen any pyramids. It's just a big stone structure. If it was 10 times bigger, it would've been more impressive. The trail is only about 1.5 miles. But I haven't walked it. Instead, I stayed in the Day Use Area. The area is nice. They have a river, clean bathrooms, and picnic area. If you're an outdoorsy person, it's a decent place to come out, walk the trail, eat some grilled stuff, and lazily hang out near the river. The best part is it's free. They seem to have a place near the entrance, but on Saturday, no one was there taking fees. Not many people seem to come here. Perhaps it's just a place to hang out for nature-loving, bored people in Cartersville.

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Brushy Mountain Train Tunnel

4.5(2 reviews)

89.7 mi

Cam here on a winter day that was actually a little on the chilly side, but still the sun was out…read moreand it was a nice day for the time of year. The path was not over run with folks out enjoying the day. The path was wide, not overly hilly ... so it isn't what we would describe as an overly rigorous hike. Also, plenty of room if you want to ride a bike. We hiked about 2 miles and the path was paved all the way to the tunnel. There were a few spots that were pretty slick/muddy from some recent rains that had overflown across the path .... but aside from that pretty nice trail. Some fun spaces to get some nature pictures. Also, there is a police presence and they came down the path in a gator and looped back around. Nice to see that they patrol here to make sure it is safe for everyone.

I have been here often as I live near by and use the Silver Comet bike trail often. An amazing…read morepiece of infrastructure from days gone by! Easy to get to from the coots lake trailhead. Something super cool to share with your kids. Natural air conditioning in the summer after a hot bike ride. A must see folks!

Pine Mountain via Main St Parking & Trailhead

5.0(1 review)

71.9 mi

Pine Mountain is a great hiking area. There are several trails for hiking here. Today we had…read moresmall group (9 of us) that did the west and east loops. Great workout of about 5 miles and 1300 total feet of elevation gain. Our trails were the Hiking Poles, Pocket Knife, Backpack, and Boot trails. These are the new names of the trails, but the old blazes were still visible on the trails. In fact, many places the blazes were visible and the new signs were not. Also we had stop at the David Archer Overlook at the top of Pine Mountain, the overlook view was good but not great. See pics. The overlook was the only place with lots of people. On the trails only a few folks and couple of mountain bikers. The trails are incredibly well maintained here. Am surprised this is first review of Pine Mountain. Logistics: Easy access to I-75 use exit 288. Lots of free parking here. We hiked Pine Mountain in the morning and went to Tellus museum in the afternoon. See my review of Tellus. All in all Pine Mountain is beautiful and worth a visit.

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Boot Trail, Hiking Poles Trail, and David Archer Overlook [Summit] via Pine Mountain Main St Parking & Trailhead.

Prayerful Path

5.0(1 review)

73.4 mi

Mary is a fabulous guide who is passionate in her job! She made things so easy, affordable, and…read morefun! I would definitely book with her again.

From the owner: Prayerful Path is a pilgrimage business specializing in The Camino de Santiago de Compostela, with…read morein depth knowledge of the many ways. The Camino de Santiago is more than just a pilgrimage, it is a once in a life time unique journey for your soul. We cover routes across France, Portugal and Spain. You book your flights and we take care of everything else. We also offer walking pilgrimages on the Via Francigena from Florence to Rome and a nice retreat pilgrimage in Medjugorje.

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Cascades & Mill Road Trail

5.0(4 reviews)

100.1 mi

This place is absolutely beautiful! I'm visiting in the winter time but can imagine how gorgeous…read moreit must be after heavy rain in the spring or even fall. The hike we did was only 2.4 miles total definitely on the beginner side with a few moderate areas but manageable. I wouldn't advise for small children but older children would definitely enjoy. There were many water areas. Parking is prepaid and card or cash only, no tap to pay. Will definitely be returning !

If you enjoy hiking or walking, check out this little piece of heaven in Chattahoochee Hills.I went…read moreon a Saturday around 10 am, and although the parking lot had many cars, the walk was very peaceful and not crowded. I was able to walk past two waterfalls following the orange path. Parking is $5, and you can use credit or debit. There is covered seating and benches throughout the park. It is also dog friendly.

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Red Top Mountain State Park

4.5(95 reviews)

70.2 mi

Beautiful! We had a…read moregreat weekend camping at Red Top Mountain! My family booked the walk-in campsites 46-50, and in my opinion, these were some of the best spots in the campground. (Book 44 &43 if you want to be closer to 47-50). These campsites are right next to the water and not too far from the bathrooms, which is so convenient. There is no electricity there and site has their own water. We had beautiful weather during the day and a nice cool breeze at night. Make sure to keep all your coolers secure because a couple of raccoons broke into several of ours. P.s. There is also an outlet right by the parking lot next to campsite 47.

Another great Georgia State Park! Camping sites were excellent with lots of choices. Bathrooms are…read moreclean and the facilities all worked. There are a variety of really good hiking trails of various lengths.

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Fall Branch Falls

4.3(35 reviews)

36.2 mi

Great trail! Great hike! The longest part is the gravel 5 mile road leading to trail. Fine in our…read moresuv but it would have been rough on a car or my smaller suv.

Relatively easy hiking trail to a waterfall in the Cherry Log/Blue Ridge area. Kids as young as 3…read morecan walk the trail. It's a pretty short trail to the waterfall approximately 1/2 mile. The cell service is poor getting to the trail so map it out before hand. Along the trail you will see a Glamping camp, which is very cute. Definitely would recommend as a family outing.

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David B.

10 years ago

It would be nice if they had more trails, its a gorgeous area in the woods where it is. Theres a sign at the parking area that says it takes 45mins to hike up to the falls, (maybe if you are meandering, have little kids, or if you are old, or just very out of shape), but it only took me about 15mins walk up there, its a pretty straight forward paved path. If your only going there once as a tourist, its totally worth the $3 "per-person" entry fee. but as a local it is disappointing to have to repeatedly pay every time you would like to view this lovely-local. I totally recommend visiting this spot, it is totally worth it! absolutely Gorgeous! I am 100% all for natural habitats, and this one is beautiful! read more

Marissa L.

2 years ago

Anna Ruby Falls offers a stunning experience for nature lovers. The walk to the waterfall is picturesque, with well-maintained paths surrounded by lush greenery and the soothing sounds of the creek. Don't miss exploring the rest of the park; the sensory trail, in particular, adds a unique, immersive element to the visit, allowing you to engage with nature in a multi-sensory way. A highly recommended outing for those looking to connect with the beauty of the outdoors. read more

Lynndel F.

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1 year ago

Anna Ruby Falls is a beautiful and peaceful spot! The paved walkway to the falls is well-maintained and dog-friendly, making it easy for all ages to enjoy. There are plenty of benches along the way if you want to rest or just take in the surroundings. Even in 90-degree weather, the shade from the trees and the cool mist from the falls made it a pleasant walk. And the view at the end? Absolutely worth it! read more

Jessie P.

10 years ago

Spectacular!! The climb up to Anna Ruby Falls is very steep and definitely a workout for non-athletes, but not too bad. The park manager David was extremely friendly and welcoming read more

Cheryl D.

12 years ago

Always people there it's visually exquisite. Beautiful flowers and a small bridge crosses the creek. Waterfalls are beautiful.

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4.0

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If there wasn't a recent rain or snow, the falls are not really falling. Even with the little…read morewater fall I was there for, it was still memorable. Plenty of parking. BUT, not free and definitely not easy. No cell phone signal to download app that is required to pay the $5 fee. Driving in can be stressful, as there are motorcycles zooming all around you on the winding roads. Also the loud motorcycles take away from the sound ambiance at times. There are toilets, but they are literally holes in the ground with no lighting, so just be mentally prepared for that. There is a north waterfall and a south waterfall. The north is not only larger, but an easier climb. South waterfall is tiny and basically switchback stairs. The best activity here would be camping in either tent or rv by the beautiful creek.

Definitely a good set of falls (Upper and Lower falls) to see in the area…read more This is one of the easier falls to get to in the area. It is right off of 19 which is a 2-lane road. To get to either the upper or lower falls you park at the DeSoto Falls recreation area. This location has a campground and a parking lot next to it. There were about 40 parking spots for cars at the parking lot portion along with a bathroom and informational board. If you are going to go here make sure you look at their website and download the app or purchase a parking pass before you get there. There is very poor cell service when you are at the parking lot and the sign recommends going online to purchase a pass through the app but with poor cell service that is problematic. A parking pass is $5 and can be purchased online or at any state park. The trailhead for both the upper and lower falls is right after the campground and across a small bridge spanning a lovely creek. The upper falls is to the right and the lower falls is to the left. The lower falls are about 1/4 of a mile up a fairly steep and often narrow trail for most of the path. The viewing platform is smaller than the Upper falls platform but can fit several people comfortably. I really enjoyed this hike and the one to the Upper Falls. They were in a drought when I went so the falls are not really full but the view was still nice. If you feel adventurous, I would recommend doing the Upper falls after this. Enjoy.

High Shoals Falls Loop Trail

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This is my GOTO for any season ... doing this hike in summer is just extraordinary. We did this…read morehike with our dog , it's medium with lil elevations . I love the swimming hole here , not so deep for you n ur fur babies . Mine is a 78 pound lab mix who loves water . Most of the trail is covered with trees so even on a hot summer day you can totally attempt this .

The trail was a good workout and the falls were beautiful. However the road to the trail was…read morebrutal. A section of the road is washed out - you have to drive through a stream. Most of the road is rocks and ruts - best for you to have a sturdy 4 wheel drive vehicle.

Hemlock Falls Trail

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Decently maintained trail head with great views. A little over a mile to the waterfall. Good amount…read moreof parking at the trailhead. There are some large logs that you need to climb over near the falls and if it's rained recently at all the pathway can get slippery. Super worth the short hike!! The falls itself is stunning and you can swim up to it. Water is FREEZING but it's a fun dip!

The trail is right between nature itself. Don't be afraid, keep going: the prize at the end will…read moretotally surprise you and if you're daredevil enough: swimming in that cold water will reset you to zero!

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We stayed here on our way back from Savannah on a whim. The falls are gorgeous and the park itself…read moreis very nice. Beware, it is a very steep hill to get up to the campsites. The sites themselves are very nice, and it is quiet. We did get hit by a storm, but our camper held up quite well. The lodge is also a beautiful building and has scenic views. The park was clean and there is a small nature center with live animals and reptiles. The staff are friendly and helpful too. The one downside is the firewood issue that persists in most state parks. You aren't allowed to bring in firewood from other places (unless bought in the area), and they charge you a ridiculous amount for what are little more than shims to use. Overall, this was a wonderful end to our Georgia journey.

Nice place to walk or relax It was beautiful…read more Lots of people walking and enjoying the views Small body of water to put your feet in So calming.... Great place to have a picnic

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The visitor center is phenomenal! Movie was down for some reason. The gift shop has loads to choose…read morefrom and the rest rooms were clean and there were many stalls available. There is almost a museum quality to the taxidermy animal scene they have in the middle of the room and along the walls. Truly a special visit! The hike to see the inspirational point and the swinging bridge wasn't too strenuous for my 4 or 5 year old for people's reference when considering it. We are an active family who hikes etc. There were a lot of warnings but we found it wasn't as bad as it seemed.

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The views from the top of Bell Mountain are spectacular! The drive up the mountain is not for the…read moreweak either. My husband and I took some great photos, but at the very top deck I could barely stand still due to all of the gnats flying around!! (Nov 1)

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