Amicalola Falls State Park

Amicalola, a Cherokee Indian word meaning "tumbling waters," is an appropriate name for these 729-foot falls, which are the highest in Georgia. An 8-mile approach trail leads from Amicalola Falls to Springer Mountain, the southern end of the 2,150-mile Appalachian Trail, which runs from Georgia to Maine. With plenty of hiking trails, this park offers a great way to see one of the picturesque wonders of nature. A beautiful lodge within the park is available to guests who prefer hotel-type comforts over cottages and camping.  Contact and pricing information is available for Amicalola Falls State Park.

Hours Park Hours: 7 a.m. - 10 p.m. Park Office Hours: 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. (subject to change)
Facilities 1,021 Acres 20 Tent, Trailer, RV Sites 57-room Lodge with Restaurant and Meeting Facilities 14 Cottages 20-Room Len Foote Hike Inn Ropes Course 4 Picnic Shelters Group Shelter (seats 60) Pioneer Campground

Popular Activites

• Stream Fishing - Trout fishing in season only
• Hiking – 12 miles of trails
• Picnicking
• Camping
• Interpretive Programs

Nearby Attractions

• New Echota State Historic Site
• Appalachian Trail
• Dahlonega Gold Museum
• Historic Dahlonega
• Vogel State Park
• Alpine Village of Helen
• Bill Elliott Museum
• Unicoi State Park and Lodge
• Chieftains Trail
• Fort Mountain State Park
• Chief Vann House
• Ellijay Apple Country
• Many Area Waterfalls
• Burt's Pumpkin Farm
• Outlet Mall
• Thunder Road USA

Annual Special Events
subject to change . . . also, see the Events Calendar for specific dates and information.

• Wilderness Survival Series (Jan. - Aug. )
• Focus on Resources (Feb.)
• Appalachian Pioneer Weekend (March)
• Backpacking Clinic & Appalachian Trial Celebration (March)
• The Bear Facts (April)
• "Wild" Flower Weekend (May)
• Rock Swap (May)
• National Trails Day (June)
• To Tempt a Trout (June)
• Old-Fashioned Family Fun (July)
• Kudzu Krazy (Aug.)
• Mountain Adventures (Aug.-Sept.)
• Native American Appreciation Day (October)
• Overnight Backpacking Trip (October)
• A Forest in Flame (October)
• Overnight Backpacking Trip (Novemeber)
• Christmas Open House (Dec.)

Pricing
(subject to change - for current prices, contact the  park office listed below)

Lodge Rooms

• Double/King - $59 - $79
• Loft Suite - $79 - $99
• Junior Suite - $89 - $99
• Executive Suite - $199 - $249

Cottages

• One Bedroom - $69 - $89
• Two Bedroom - $79 - $99

• Three Bedroom - $109 - $129

Campsites

• Tents - $15 per night
• RVs - $17 per night

Group Shelters

• Capacity 60- call for rates

Contact Information

Amicalola Falls State Lodge Park
240 Amicalola Falls State Park Road
Dawsonville, GA 30534
706/265-4703 Park
706-265-8888 Lodge
* Call 1-800-864-7275 or 770-389-7275 for rates

Directions

Located 15 miles northwest of Dawsonville. Take Ga. 400 to Ga. 53 towards Dawsonville. Turn right on Elliott Family Parkway (Hwy 183), and continue on Hwy 183 until it ends at GA-52. Turn right on GA-52, the entrance to the park is on the left about 1 mile past Burt's Pumpkin Farm on the left.