Amicalola Falls State Park & Lodge

Attractions near the campground: Burt’s Farm, North Georgia Premium Outlet Mall, Thunder Road USA, Kangaroo Conservation Center, Dahlonega Gold Museum, Dawsonville CVB, Vogel State Park, Alpine Village of Helen, Unicoi State Park and Lodge, Fort Mountain State Park, New Echota State Historic Site (Cherokee Indian capital), Ellijay Apple Country, Funk Heritage Center, Chattahoochee National Forest, Wildlife Management Areas and Northeast Georgia Visitor Information

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Campground Desciption and details: 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 east of the Mississippi River. An eight-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 is popular with guests who prefer hotel-type comforts over cottages and camping, while a 5-mile hike leads to more remote accommodations at the Len Foote Hike Inn. Be sure to stop by the park office to see nature displays, live exhibits and a gift shop. Activities:: Hiking – 12 miles of trails, Picnicking, Trout Fishing and Interpretive Programs 829 acres. 20 tent, RV and trailer sites, pioneer camping, 14 cottages, 57 lodge rooms, conference center, restaurant, 20-room inn, interpretive programs, 4 picnic shelters, group shelter, ropes course, trout fishing stream, and 12 miles of hiking trails.