Along with the extensive hiking trails in the North Georgia Mountains, you will discover breathtakingly beautiful waterfalls as well. Many of these waterfall hikes are family friendly and easy to hike.
A few of the best waterfalls to explore around Blue Ridge is Fall Branch Falls, located in the Aska Adventure Area near several of our luxury cabins, and is easily accessed off Aska Rd.
Closer to Ellijay, Amicalola Falls is the third tallest waterfall (729 feet) east of the Missisippi River, and the views will leave you speechless.
Sea Creek Falls is a must see and easy hike even for small kids. Enjoy an easily accessible swimming hole for a bonus!
Helton Creek Falls, located in nearby Vogel State Park, is a gorgeous sight to add to your hiking daytrip, as well as Raven Cliff Falls. Experience Blue Ridge and its gorgeous scenery with the many opportunities to get outside and hike.
Turtletown Creek Falls is a hidden gem located near Turtletown, TN, (just 30 minutes from Blue Ridge) offering a serene and scenic escape into nature. The trail to the falls is a moderately easy hike that takes you through lush forests and along the picturesque Turtletown Creek. The hike leads to two stunning waterfalls, each cascading into clear, refreshing pools surrounded by the beauty of the C…
Benton Falls, located in the stunning Cherokee National Forest of nearby Tennessee, is a breathtaking natural wonder that attracts hikers with its serene beauty and tranquil ambiance. This picturesque waterfall cascades down 65 feet, creating a mesmerizing display of water that contrasts beautifully with the lush greenery surrounding it. Accessible via a moderate 3-mile round trip hike along the B…
Located in the Cohutta Wilderness Area on the Jacks River, this beautiful waterfall is the most visited site in the Cohutta and is reached by a 4.5-mile trail through rugged wilderness.
After heavy rainfall, the falls transform into a powerful whitewater cascade, plunging 80 feet into the valley below. In contrast, during the hot, dry summer months, the falls showcase their striking rock formatio…
Tucked away off Coopers Creek Road off Hwy 60, you will discover Sea Creek Falls, a stunning 30-foot waterfall with an easy accessible pool at the bottom of the falls. Perfect for families and little legs, this 0.5-mile round-trip hike is a must to explore during your North Georgia getaway to Blue Ridge, GA.
Cabins close to this waterfall include Serendipity on Noontootla Creek, Cherokee Sunris…
Hike a scenic stretch of the Appalachian Trail to Long Creek Falls in Three Forks Valley. The Appalachian Trail begins just four miles away on Springer Mountain.
One of Georgia's most beautiful sections of the Appalachian Trail is this two-mile in-and-back hike at Three Forks. Long Creek Falls is one of the few waterfalls on the southern section of the Appalachian Trail.
Cascading waters over 50…
Ravens Cliff Falls is a wonder to behold, and the hike-in is almost equally as stunning. The path begins as a wide road near the junction of Dodd and Bear Den Creek. Trout fishing abounds here, and it is unusual to see any of the available fishing areas along the creeks empty on a weekend, even in the middle of winter. The first 100 yards of the path is essentially a service road for these spots. …
"The Land of a Thousand Waterfalls" is what the Cherokee called this land in North Georgia, and Helton Creek Falls in the Chattahoochee National Forests is one of the best waterfalls around. The turn-off to Helton Creek Road is just 1.1 miles from Vogel State Park, so making a day around the park and this waterfall is a wonderful fulfilling family outing.
From the small parking lot on Helton Cr…
Most Popular Waterfall Hike in Blue Ridge
Due to its close proximity to Blue Ridge (just 15 minutes from Downtown Blue Ridge) and cabin rentals located along Aska Road, Fall Branch Falls is popular with families. Plus, it's an outdoor activity fun for the family that doesn't take all day leaving time for other fun things to do in Blue Ridge.
Fall Branch Falls is a stunning double waterfall nestl…
Largest Waterfall Near Blue Ridge, GA
Amicalola Falls State Park, located 45 minutes from Blue Ridge, is one of Georgia's most popular spots. If you're looking for one of the best waterfalls near Blue Ridge, GA this one is fun to explore.
Breathtaking scenery and hiking trails of all levels of difficulty are part of the popularity, but the greatest appeal is the 729 foot waterfall. Boasting th…