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    Dicks Creek Falls

    4.7 (12 reviews)

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    front view, in the water, before heading to swimming hole
    Nicki K.

    Waterfalls and swimming? I'm down. This is coming from someone who cannot swim but still love some waterfalls. Not much hiking required but I was coming with my brother and his family too. They wanted to swim and my nephew is young. I couldn't believe my SIL and her daughter have never seen a waterfall in their life! I had to take them there. They see my waterfall pics all the time on Instagram and Facebook, so they wanted to tag along. I've heard great things about Dicks Creek Falls. Richard R has told me before that he list it as his top 5 favorite waterfalls in Georgia! You will follow 129 N and make a turn onto Dicks Creek Road, which will take you to the back of neighborhoods. The road is narrow but paved. Once you get closer to the parking area, it will be gravel. There is not much hiking done but you will have to walk down to the creek to see the waterfalls. There are different sections. We arrived early, around 8 am. We already saw people there. They were already picnicking. We decided to go to the section where the pretty waterfalls were. We saw guys fishing in the area near the waterfalls. I was like fish here like that? We saw a few. The water is clear. It is VERY slippery AND cold!! I got in the water and wanted to enjoy the beautiful view. My SIL came closer to us, slipped and fell! The waterfall is so beautiful though. Once the fishermen moved out the way, we decided to go closer to the waterfalls. My daughter is able to swim and got in the water and said she's not able to touch the ground. There is a swimming hole right in front of the waterfalls!! That's where they were fishing! Hubby went closer to the swimming hole and slipped!!! I'm glad I didn't go that closely. It's so slippery, he tried to be careful but it is deep like that! He was just testing it out. Luckily, he is able to swim. Same thing happened to my brother. He slipped and fell in a different area too! They swam across. I was not going near that area. I cannot swim! We saw people on top of the waterfalls taking selfies and stuff. They gotta be careful. We did read about a father and son who died at Dick's Creek over the summer. We walked and walked towards farther south and there were some areas where it was hard to get any farther but we saw more fishermen and decided to stop. The waterfall where the swimming hole is the prettiest! More and more people started to come. We decided to leave after 2 hours there. Definitely worth the trip there. Swimming access but be careful! Very slippery. Pretty waterfall. 120/2017

    Great spot. I wasnt sure at first, but you just have to walk down the road back the way you came to see trails to the falls.
    Dani T.

    I live two hours away, but I'll be back. This was a beautiful spot & would be fantastic for bringing kids to swim on a hot, summer day.

    The falls have three tiers. This is the Upper Tier where the two creeks merge.

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    So much fun! Keep going past the destination on maps, it'll stop you short. Definitely will come back.

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    Great place to cool off on a hot summer day. Take the kiddos and your fur babies. It's a great place to hike.

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    You will follow 129 N and make a turn onto Dicks Creek Road, which will take you to the back of neighborhoods.

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    Mount Yonah Trailhead - Turkey Tail Mushrooms along the trail

    Mount Yonah Trailhead

    4.7(37 reviews)
    12.0 mi

    This is a separate mountain that isn't park of any of the massive park areas in the Appalachians…read morenearby. The trailhead is at the end of a short gravel road that was bumpy; navigable with a sedan but not ideal. The hike is woodsy and not highly difficult, but the cumulative effect after a couple of miles is significant. I found a meadow short of the peak which was sufficient for my interest. It had some nice views. Wildlife included a woodchuck and a substantial snail population. This area was considerably less crowded than the bigger mountains or the tourist town nearby. It wasn't anything mind-blowing, but it's a good outdoor activity.

    The trail is only 2 miles long, but small part of it can be considered easy, most parts are rocky,…read moresome parts are steep. Normal trails take me 20 minutes for a mile, but this time it took me 80 minutes to get to the top. But reward is the beautiful views at the top. There are many tents and hammock setups at the small flat area on the peak. There are many branches along the trail with no sign, which are normally various shortcuts to the top, usually means steep, stay on trail with green marks. People were doing all kinds of yoga posting on the edges of rocks, it's nice but I personally don't think it worth the risk. Parking lot is small, expect to park along the way to trailhead. People brought climbing gears and lined up for serious climbing. According to a sign, this also is US military climbing training area.

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    Edge of the World

    Edge of the World

    4.6(14 reviews)
    23.5 mi

    Edge of the World is a great nearby walking trail that winds along Amicalola Creek. The trail is…read moremostly easy, with a mix of wooden walkways (watch out for a few holes) and dirt paths. There are also a few side trails that climb up the mountain if you're looking for a bit more of a challenge (including dodging Joro spiders!). The small waterfalls are beautiful, and the cool creek water is perfect for dipping your feet in on a warm day.

    Loved the Edge of the World! All I could think in my head was the song, it's the end of the world…read moreas we know it, & I feel fine. The Edge of the World is a landscape we never see. It was semi difficult hike just because we live in Florida and use to live in Illinois (AKA Flatland), but we did it. The easiest way to this is from the parking lot, walk to the left and walk down the stairs. Keep walking on the boardwalk and watch for holes in the boardwalk. When the boardwalk is done, keep walking and then you will come to trees, the trees have steps made from the trees, & carefully watch your step and go down. I actually scooted my butt down and then climbed the tree steps. It was not bad, just something I'm not accustomed to. You will see the water and rocks moving and it is just so beautiful. People walk through and sit in the water and take pics. Be careful when you walk through it can be slippery. We had water shoes. Water is so refreshing. We actually walked the long way, which is walking to the right of the parking lot to the start of the boardwalk. We didn't want to walk down the stairs bc they looked pretty steep. It really is amazing. I'd say you will be here about an hour or two. Parking is free and there are a bunch of signs you need a fishing license. Which we don't have. We just parked And walked!

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    Angel Falls & Panther Falls - Panther Falls | Instagram: @telephonesmoothie

    Angel Falls & Panther Falls

    4.6(11 reviews)
    27.1 mi

    This is a beautiful trail that leads to two stunning waterfalls. The trail can be challenging in…read moresome areas due to rocky terrain and roots on the path. However, overall it's a pleasant trail with several creek crossings and rhododendron tunnels. The first falls, Panther Falls, is a sight to behold and you can even walk in the pool at the base of the falls. As you proceed from Panther Falls, the trail becomes harder as you go up the side of the falls, and there are handrails due to steep drop-offs. The trail is an in and out and takes you through lush rhododendron forests, alongside a scenic Creek. The effort is well worth it, though, as the falls themselves are magnificent, with cascading waters that make for an incredible photo opportunity. Angel Falls at the end of the trail can be harder to see due to plants growing over it partially. The Angel Fall Trailhead is located in Loop 2, area 2 of the Rabun Beach Campground. This is mostly an easy trail with a couple of short, steep runs. The payoff is reaching the observation deck where you can enjoy Angel Falls. Here you will see dogs on leash, kid-friendly, forests, rivers, and hiking. Great, short, easy "Moderate" hike. Parking is enough for a few cars only, but nearby there is a campground with a lot of parking. The hike itself is pretty easy. The peaceful surroundings and the sound of rushing water create a serene atmosphere, making it a must-visit for nature enthusiasts.

    Angel Falls was tough to find with Google providing the wrong location, but the trailhead is off…read moreRabun Rd. about 4 miles down from where Google says it is! Happy we continued the beautiful drive around the lake to find it. The parking area is small, but we also were the only car there for our visit. It's a short, easy walk (just watch out for the roots!) to the falls, but it was a little more advanced after the bridge at the falls. We had lots of rain so the mud was slippery. Must-do hike if you're near!

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    Fall Creek Falls Trailhead

    Fall Creek Falls Trailhead

    4.3(3 reviews)
    40.2 mi

    We drove to Fall Creek Falls today and hiked from the nature center through the trailhead all the…read moreway to the actual falls. We saw about 3 scenic spots to take pictures and along the trail they had signs for other trails(which weren't that much of a detour). At the end of the trail to get to the twin falls it was breathing, well worth the hike but it was very strenuous.

    You will totally miss this hidden gem if you are not paying close attention…read more The trailhead is located along Fall Creek Falls dirt road, but there are no signs indicating the trailhead nor is there an adequate pull-off for cars. Since we saw no indication for a trail, I just parked in the best spot possible as I listened for the falls with my car windows down. Turns out when I got out of the car and walked over to the edge of the road, there was a STEEP trail barely visible through the vegetation. The trail leads straight down to the creek, where you will encounter the upper part of the falls. Look to your right and continue downhill to the base of the upper falls, which is about 25-30 feet tall. This was as far as I explored and I was bummed to find out after getting home that there were TWO more waterfalls just a short distance below what I thought was the main falls. The second one is 35 feet tall, multilayered and quite spectacular based on the online pictures I found. The third is shorter, but still attractive. So if you come here, please note the distance to the falls is VERY short, but it is also VERY STEEP and semi-difficult, especially on the return. Enjoy! 2019/77

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