I came here on a very hot summer day with the plans to see some waterfalls. We got here around 8:30am which I believe is when the park opens. We took the South Rim (At least I think it was the South Rim) and went to all 5 viewing points which is a flat walk and a round trip of about 1.5 miles. Then we went down into the Gorge which includes 1,099 steps (actual staircase) to the bottom and of course that many steps back up. You can't go all the way to the Gorge floor without a permit but that just means you can only walk down 1,089 steps to a platform. There are plenty of places to stop including a very cool suspension bridge that overlooks Hurricane Falls. This was pretty tough for a 50-year-old fat boy like me but it's doable if you can simply climb stairs. The views are amazing and worth the quads burning for the next 3 days. The visitor's center is really nice. There is of course a gift shop. a huge display of taxidermy of all the local wildlife and a very nice museum that goes through the history of the region. The most important part is they have air conditioning. Suck it up, take the stairs and buy the t-shirt saying you did it when you are done. read more

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The visitor center is phenomenal! Movie was down for some reason. The gift shop has loads to choose from 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. read more

Great hike. The guy with the maps at the front desk should win an oscar for his "it's only two miles for that loop with the suspension bridge you'll be fine". The stairs up are no joke, especially in the summer. Felt accomplished after completing and had some stunning views! read more

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Tallulah Gorge State Park is a 2,689-acre Georgia state park adjacent to Tallulah Falls, Georgia, along the county line between Rabun and Habersham Counties. The park surrounds Tallulah Gorge, a 1,000-foot deep gorge formed by the action of the Tallulah River, which runs along the floor of the gorge. Service options here are picnic tables available, has barbecue grill and it's dogs friendly. One of the most spectacular canyons in the eastern U.S., Tallulah Gorge is two miles long and nearly 1,000 feet deep. Visitors can hike rim trails to several overlooks, or they can obtain a permit to hike to the gorge floor (100 per day, not available during water releases). A suspension bridge sways 80 feet above the rocky bottom, providing spectacular views of the river and waterfalls. $5 parking fee or an Annual ParkPass is required for each vehicle. The park offers a range of trails, from easy rim walks to the more challenging trek down into the gorge floor. Permits are required for gorge floor access, but the effort is well worth it as you can get up close to the waterfalls, including the famous Hurricane Falls. Approximately 2 miles, round-trip Mulched with metal stairs, Rated difficult. This trail has a total of 1,099 stairs (including staircase to gorge floor). Please do not attempt this trail if you have any known health condition. The North and South Rim Trails consist of 3 miles round- trip which will take approximately 2 hours to hike. It is a mulched trail with exposed roots that is a leisurely walk. From the Interpretive Center there is a recycled rubber tire trail that accesses Overlooks 2 and 3. Overall had a great experience. read more

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Wow! Great park, good trails, nice overlooks, and amazing falls. Popular spot but was not overcrowded. Had an SD card issue in my Nikon that freaked me out as there was a lot to look at, but managed to get around it. Great grift shop and very friendly staff. If we swing by this way again, we'll definitely stop by. Was an unscheduled stop on our trip but glad we took a chance. read more

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I'm not going to lie to you, the hike back up those stairs from the suspension bridge was ROUGH. Luckily there's multiple stops to take a rest brake. They tell you it's steep and 312 steps down and then back up doesn't really - sound - like a lot, but it is. Oof I was feeling it and I kepti feeling it, especially the day after but the view is beautiful. Especially in the fall with all the leaves. Don't come during the summer you may die with that hike up the stairs. read more

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This was an unexpected twist we decided to stop here since our original plans fell through. The park was packed so parking was a challenge. Once we found parking we met some friends and proceeded on our journey. It really felt like we went through the meadow, through some woods, and over a bridge well we did go over a bridge then 680 stairs down to the waterfall which was easy ....but climbing those same 680 stairs back to the top and it was a hot day! I'm so glad I packed frozen bottled water because it was melted and still cold when I went for it! Amazing experience the waterfall was breathtaking! Also, there is a nice exhibit on the inside of the facility. Check out my video and until next time SYOY! read more

DH and I took an impromptu trip to Tallulah Gorge State Park on our drive back from Tennessee. Our "return to the scene of the crime", if you would. I was dressed for a road-trip, not a hike, so I stayed at the higher overlook. DH climbed down the 700 steps to the gorge. Support your state parks and wild spaces. read more

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This park is built around a hydroelectric dam, and represents one of the best examples of such development I've seen. While it seemed that one might be able to walk in from the nearby town without paying the $5 Georgia state parks fee, I had no compunction about laying down some cash. The infrastructure was excellent overall, with abundant parking, an atmospheric visitor center, and extensive trails, overlooks, and a majestic suspension bridge allowing pedestrians to cross the gorge. Some kind of permit system for going down to the river was in effect, presumably because they want to keep track of everyone in case of flooding, but I didn't have time to do all that. Things weren't perfect; notably the sound in the visitor center's theater didn't work and the water stations that I was amazed they built down in the gorge didn't work either, but I carried plenty of water with me. The aesthetics were quite magnificent, the workout substantial, and while I'm no naturalist, it would be hard to argue that in the process of producing hydroelectric power, this valley has lost its value. read more

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Such a beautiful park with gorgeous hikes! The best part is that maps are provided and very clear instructions and signs throughout the way. The notorious staircase was closed due to a kayaking event but the other viewpoints looking down into the gorge are beautiful as well. read more

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Great visit......so much history and so many delicious areas. The people working there are so nice and give you great information. Gift shop has fun items read more

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Very clean and educational center with a shop to get souvenirs. I brought my child here to see the gorge and we popped in to use the restrooms and get situated. There was lots of people here Memorial Day weekend. There are 1099 stairs as learned from park manager Merz. read more

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Such a fun, kid and dog friendly hike! We enjoyed the views and the fresh air. There are different hikes you can choose from but we chose the easiest one for the sake of our toddler. There were parts of the trail where we couldn't take our dog which was the staircase leading to the water. However, the only thing we did not like about it was the trails are not a loop. So you have to turn back around and take the exact same trail to the starting point. There's also a part of the trail where you have to come in contact with a sidewalk that's literally right next to the highway, on the bridge. Super dangerous because cars are flyingggg. It wasn't the best hike we've tried but it's another state park marked off our list. To add: The park's welcome center was pretty cool. Has a typical gift shop with souvenirs. The rest of it is like a mini museum. Has a bunch of animal replicas, history, and so much more. read more

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Well talk about an adventure, ‍ We got here early as there are a limited amount of passes given out to do the gorge hike. When we got there and checked in, there was a brief orientation outlining the hike as the trail isn't marked. Once we got out and began the trail, we descended down a wooden bridge/pathway taking us into the gorge. At the bottom you are required to jump across rocks in the river to cross and continue down the trail. At one end of the trail there's an a spot to slide down and swim if you want! The water was cold but was definitely worth it. There may be times on this trail where it's easier to just cross through the river rather than jumping rocks. On the way back there's a steep climb to get out of the gorge that is quite strenuous. Overall, the total hike took about 4 hours and was quite difficult. Make sure to stay hydrated, be prepared to get wet, and bring your swim gear and towels if you want to take a dip. read more

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The entrance fee to the park is $5 cash as parking fee, no credit card is accepted. Tourists usually walk from the north rim of the interpretive center to the bottom of the valley, cross the suspension bridge, and then climb up from the south rim to take a loop, so-called Rim to Rim. The difficulty is that you have to go up and down 620 steps. I've seen people have difficult halfway, so there is a warning sign at the starting point marked it as strenuous . It's actually not that hard as it sounds, for those who exercise regularly won't have a problem. Something unexpected happened today. Since I have been to this place many times, so I went down to the suspension bridge at the bottom of the valley directly. However, someone blocked the walk up stairs to the south rim. When I asked, I found out that now is the 10-day white water rafting season. The stairs at the southern rim are opened only to white water rafters, allowing them to carry their kayaks down the stairs to the starting point of the rapids. I was told that more than 290 people were rafting yesterday, so tourists could only go back the same way. After going back up, I still insisted on walking to the south rim to see these rafters. It looks like these enthusiasts is so happy that it feels like a rafters festival, some one even did it twice or three times today. According to some of them, the rapids level here is 3 to 4, and may reach level 5. Outlook 9 is best spot to look, I could clearly see how they entered the rapids, it is fun just watching them. read more

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My girl and I did the whole thing. Holy moly. Wish they had markers in orange on where to go . Like places going across the river . We crossed once and it was the wrong area. Then went back across. Good thing we had cell service to call and ask where to go . Your going to get wet. Take a zip lock bag for your phones. Rocks are slippery. So water shoes. What an experience . read more

We didn't go all the way to the floor, but it is a very deep and beautiful gorge. The weather was perfect. I felt like this was less of a hike and more of a stair-master workout since most of the actual hike was on stairs or prepared surfaces. This is convenient, still strenuous, but not the hike we had in mind. The crossing the bridge part, on the busy highway, was confusing. Parking is very good, like a business. Generally, the facility is very modern and clean; there is even a gift shop! Easy to get to, but we were looking for a more rustic hike. Still, it was beautiful and we did get a work out. read more

Tallulah Gorge State Park - Falla - Campgrounds Near Me - Tallulah Falls, Georgia

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This was our second visit in two years. In 2019, in October, it was cooler and crowded. We climbed the 317 steps to the falls and it almost killed us. This time, it was warmer, and no crowds. We simply walked the well maintained trails to see several of the dam overlooks, and take pictures. No stairs! Admission to this GA state park was $5. Two years ago, in the Interpretive Center's gift shop, I splurged on a pink tee shirt declaring that I survived the steps to the falls. The gift shop is still open, and items within are tempting. I did not succumb. I looked, and did not buy anything. But I wanted, too. The exhibits are informative and interesting. The staff is friendly and helpful. If you need to use the bathrooms, they are clean and well maintained. The Center is ADA compliant with ramps & an elevator. During Delta variant of CoVid, masks are recommended in crowded areas. read more

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A great and very well maintained state park with multiple options for the whole family! Seasoned hikers and newbies alike will find comfortable trails throughout the park. The visitor center is very welcoming and well curated too, including a movie running every thirty minutes on the ground floor. There are limited permits for specific trails, so come early to reserve if possible! read more

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Seeing the Tallulah Falls was great. Getting there and back was brutal.1000 steps down to gorge and 1000 more steps back was more than "strenuous". My legs are still numb two days later. There needs to be an easier way to see the falls than this outdated, old school solution. Additionally, there was a older, skinny park ranger with white/gray hair in the gift shop who had a nasty attitude and wasn't helpful at all. When I asked the best way to get to the falls, he responded, "The gates close at 5:30pm. You better figure it out". That was complete misinformation he gave. The gates weren't closed at 5:30pm because campers were still coming in. Because of his misinformation, my family and I tried to rush back up the stairs, for fear of getting locked in for the night. We arrived at our car unnecessarily exhausted because of this nasty jerk. He should be fired immediately if he has no interest to helping park visitors. He was working on Thursday, 1/9/2025 in the vistor's center when it was closing at 5pm. The other ranger who he relieved was helpful and friendly, as a park ranger should be. read more

This is HANDS DOWN one of the most gorgeous state parks that I've ever been to! If you have the opportunity to come and visit, please do! A few months ago, someone shared their hiking experience of the gorge and I was instantly interested and planned a visit for a few months later. The gorge is conveniently 20 minutes away from Clarksville, GA for those out of towners like me. Upon arrival to the park, you'll arrive at a booth to pay for admission to the park. It costs $5 to park which is nothing for the experience that you will gain and the views that you will take in! There is amble space to park and there is even a gift shop and small museum if that interests you. There is a state park program where your kiddos can take an oath and become junior rangers. I happened to come across this path at the gift store and it was the cutest. There is also maps in this area which were really helpful! Now for the best part-the hike! I will warn in advance, this hike is entirely stairs. Basically an extreme stair stepper! I don't hike mountains often but I would call myself a pretty fit person and this hike was challenging. But anyways, start your hike as early as possible and begin your descent into the gorge. Thankfully the stairs have multiple platforms where you can stop for a rest. Once you reach the bottom, there is the cutest bridge before you begin the hike back to the top. If stairs aren't for you, don't worry. There is a loop around the gorge that has multiple viewing points. Make sure to go to each of these. They each have different but amazing views. All in all, a 10/10 experience! read more

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This was my first time visiting and boy was it an adventure! A friend of mine had told me about the Gorge Floor Access, which you need a permit to access. Only 100 permits are given out a day (at the Visitor's Center) so I woke up early in hopes of securing one. Thankfully I was able to get one and although this hike is only between 2-3 miles, it was one of the most challenging hikes I've ever done (but also most unique). You start from behind the Visitor's Center and head down the stairs to the suspension bridge. That was pretty cool to walk across. Then you continue down until you reach the section where it's required to have a permit to enter. You have to scramble across these rocks at the very beginning. It's a lot harder than it looks since the rocks are really slippery from the water. I saw a few people slip and fall in the water. Slowly, but surely - I finally made it to the main attraction - Sliding Rock. It's a natural water slide, so wear a sturdy swim suit! It was a lot of fun going down the slide multiple times. It's pretty deep at the end (I'm 5'6" and couldn't touch the bottom right away) so I would say you'd have to be a good swimmer to safely go down. Tips for this specific hike: - Don't bring a hiking stick with you. You're going to need both your hands. For a majority of the time, you're either bear crawling, crab crawling, or literally scooting on your butt. - No flip flops or Crocs are allowed on this hike, but Chacos (and similar) are. I personally wore my Chacos and I'm glad I did as I didn't have to take them off when crossing water. People did wear hiking boots though; they just took them off when crossing water. - Bring a first aid kit. I saw some pretty nasty falls. Better to have it and not need it, than the other way around. - Bring a change of clothes and leave them in your car. After the hike, my clothes were wet (from water and sweat) and really dirty (from sitting - Pack lots of water and snacks/lunch. They recommend you bring at least 4x16 oz water bottles per person for this hike. read more

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This is our special place, especially in the winter. Yet now a days it's everyone special place. We love coming in the winter because 1. There not as many people 2. The ice is magical around the North Rim 3. The gorge water fall around the snow is a sight to see This is a state park so it's $5 for standard cars, SUV's and trucks. I'm not sure how much buses or RV's. You can also get a year pass for $139. There many trails, but the most popular are the North and South rim trails around the gorge. There are 10 look outs around the trail to see the water fall and inside the gorge in different parts of the trail. You will have to cross over the highway on the sidewalk to access each end of the trial. If you are up to it, there are trails into the gorge 1. Using steps down and up and 2. Permit needed to rope climb down the gorge. The gorge is approximately 45° so it's not for the faint of heart. You will need to be prepared with water, time and stamina. In the middle of the stairs in a tension bridge that runs right over the falls. It's the tourist spot of the park. There are a lot of visitors here on holidays and good weather, so be aware. During covid they restrict the number of visitors but on 12/27, it seemed they didn't and there were a lot of people. read more

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We came at 11:00 am on Tuesday, December 22, 2020. The weather was beautiful! It wasn't too crowded at all. I wish we had come when the leaves were changing colors! Tip: Come during the week in the fall if you're able. We got an envelope after the parking entrance. Put the hanging tag on your rearview mirror, with the day you're visiting punched out, and put the envelope with the $5 in the collection box. We used the bathrooms, which were actually decent! They had toilet paper and soap! We started at the North Rim Trail to the right of the interpretive center, if you're facing the interpretive center. We saw Overlooks 1-3, then went down the steps to the bridge. We crossed the bridge and went down and to the left. Then we went back up the stairs and started on the South Rim Trail. From there, we turned left for Overlooks 8-10. Then we turned around, walked next to the highway (weird) and looped back around to where we started. Those stairs ain't no joke. It was rough and I had to pause numerous times to catch my breath. This hike is not for the faint of heart! The part we did was less of a hike and more of stairs. Still a great workout! We ended with lunch at the wooden picnic tables. We had certainly worked up our appetites! Tip: Pack a PB&J sandwich or snacks for during/after your hike. The tables were clean and had trash cans right next to them. We left at 12:50 pm. In all, bathroom break, hike, and lunch took a little less than 2 hours. It's a great day trip! I recommend! read more

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Wow!! What an amazing gorge. Definitely worth the 1122 stairs to the bottom and back up. Awesome waterfalls and foliage. If you're in NE Georgia you definitely need to stop here. read more

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I needed a really good hike and googled up a few places to go hiking at. I came across this park and it was only 1 hour 20mins drive! 5.00$ for day parking. Lots and lots of stairs but so worth it! And the views!! I definitely recommend! read more

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What a beautiful park to camp in or just visit for the day, like most do. This is a vast natural area that has more than I could of imagined when booking a few days during a recent visit to the area. The camping area is lined with nice shaded pull-through site that can easily fit the largest Class A Motor Coaches, although maneuvering the narrow winding road to access them is the most challenging but with a little patience and an alert co-pilot it possibles. The amenities don't include full hooks up but there's plenty of fresh water and up to 50 amp of electric service, there is also a dump station at the exit of the park. It's quite hilly so wear some comfortable footwear and bring plenty of bottled water if you're planning to hike or bike. The gorge is absolutely amazing but the stairs are counted by the hundreds so be prepared, getting there is an adventure in its own right but returning is like climbing Everest only with handrails lol. There are some equally amazing bike trails (wear your helmets) and be prepared to navigate some steep grades, fortunately we have electric pedal assist bikes and these proved to be worth every cent we paid for them, the steepest of grades felt no more strenuously than pedaling on the flattest of surfaces. Our bikes have disc brakes and I never really appreciated them as much as I did here, the declivity although not exhaustive as the ascend but are extremely dangerous, if you don't have the ability to scrub lots speed off repeatedly you're in real trouble these downhill grade are so fun when your every move is controlled I can only imagine the problem one would have with equipment not designed for this type of riding these four and a half inch fat tires proved their worth today. Besides the infamous gorge there's a beach, plenty of hiking trails, a suspension bridge, water falls and many things to do close by and outside the park. There are a few great restaurants and the Town of Helen is less than 20 miles if you've never been there. I'd definitely stay here again, it's just unfortunate they don't have full hookup or I'd consider spending a week here, it's very peaceful and this part of Georgia just a few mile from the North Carolina state line is absolutely beautiful I'd recommend it if the opportunity presents itself... read more

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When I think of Georgia, I'll admit gorges and hiking trails are not the first things that come to mind. But this State Park dispels all those assumptions and is probably one of the most scenic trails I have been on in the South East. The gorge itself stretches about two miles and cascades over rock formations, creating the name Tallulah Falls. Whether looking down from the rim or up from the recesses of the floor, the nature itself within the park is a sight to behold. The hike is pretty manageable--just watch out for the multiple stairs-- as the paths are distinctly marked. I think it took me and my friend a total of 3 hours to walk all the paths. Maybe next time we will try and obtain a permit so that we can access the gorge floor. read more

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Great state park with great trails of all levels! I enjoyed how you could pick your stopping point or challenge yourself. Nice parking and gift shop! read more

Great Hikes, for the most popular one you have to be there extra early like 6am . We got there right when they opened and still missed out to get tickets. They had already ran out. Crazy. The beach they advertise is terrible. Nobody was there it was dead and the water looked scary. read more

We came here on a weekender upon one of the first snowy dusting of 2020. The visitor center and the stair case leading down to the bottom of the gorge was so much fun and breathtaking. The gorge probably gets much more water other times of the year. The history of the natives and industry that lined the river was fascinating. We look forward to visiting during the summer and swimming in the nearby lake. Our Junior Ranger earned another wooden pin as she recited the Jr Ranger Pledge in front of the State Park Ranger. read more

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Stayed two days at the campground here. The campground is nice and quite and central. Staff is friendly and helpful. North and south rim trails accessible from the campground by foot and plenty of hiking if you plan on doing both trails. Lots of cool photo opportunity but lots of stairs, bring water!!! read more

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Tallulah Gorge is a MUST visit if you have a free day and live in the Atlanta area. Not only will you get to experience a beautiful environment you'll also get the work out of a lifetime lol. The gorge has two areas: 1. Gorge level where you take what feels like a million stairs down to be right at the floor level of the gorge and waterfalls. On the way down you'll of course see each level of the falls. However, area 2. Is above gorge level. 900ft to be exact! Lol it's a decent steepness going up. But not as bad as coming up those steps lol. Once you get up top it's beautiful and everything that at once was so large is now so small. I highly recommend water, snack, good walking shoes and a buddy to motivate you through the trail. Also, beware of the spring/summer outdoor friends (birds, rodents, and reptiles) that are around. Please remember to respect them as we're in their habitat! read more

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Nice place to go for a hike, picnic, and it's a plus you can take you fur baby! The view is amazing- dogs cant go down to the waterfall stairs! read more

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So much to see at Tallulah Gorge site great vantage points for young and old carry a water with you read more

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One word. Stairs. This park is jam packed with thigh, hamstrings, calves and ankle workout. Love it! It's all stairs all over the park and you can't avoid it at all cost. The park is well maintained. Bring snacks and water. Temperature rises as you get tired from the stairs. Get a map at the visitor center or download the map offline on google so that you will not get lost like the people I know.. -.- All in all, experience was great! Saw some falls and bridges and it was fun and exhilarating! read more

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Oh my gorge! This place is (should I say it?) gorge-ous. Easily accessible, and a nice simple walk for families with kids to the popular viewing overlook areas (1,2,3). Deepest gorge on the east coast from what they claim, and I believe it. Karl Wallenda crossed it on a high-wire back in 1970, as you can read about near one of the lookouts. The old tower is still there, although laying on the ground, with a plaque honoring is conquest. Definitely worth a visit and a walk around the park. If you're up for it, there's a suspension bridge way down in the gorge, but getting to it isn't the hard part ... it's walking back up to the visitors center once you're done that'll do you in. Enjoy! read more

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I been wanting to come here for a nice scenic hike. This trail was rated pretty hard by AtlantaTrails.com. I was just curious how hard it was. Boy, did I find out. Parking is $5 per car and the parking lot is very limited as you may have to create a parking spot. The welcome center(trail head) was very nice. It had nice clean bathrooms, gift shop, and exhibit of stuffed animals that inhabit the area. Now, for the trail itself. You start going down a bunch of stairs. There are signs saying you need to be in good health to be able to continue on the stairs. And I definitely agree. Make sure you wear some comfortable running/hiking shoes with some grip. For all the super out of shape people, its going to be super tough for you. I suggest you hydrate the night before as you will be sweating a ton especially you go in the summer time. While going down the stairs, I was already feeling my upper thigh muscles. The first set of steps leads you to the nice suspension bridge will a beautiful view below. I myself don't like heights too much, so I crossed the bridge fast. LOL The trail then takes you another smaller series of steps to gorge bottom. Your not allowed to the very bottom unless you have a permit. (I believe they only allow 100 permits per day) Not sure why they do this. Here is when the fun starts! You have to climb the steps you just came from where the suspension bridge was. My calves and thighs started to burn. Your going to burn some serious calories on this hike. I recommend a small backpack with bottle water. They do have water dispensers through the trail which is very very nice. Once you get to the level where the suspension bridge is. You have 2 options. You can go back over the bridge and climb the super long serious of steps or you can climb a new series of steps which was super long too. I chose for the new series of steps. This is probably the most challenging part. I had to rest approximately 3-4 times and your calves and thighs are burning on every climb. LOL This is way worse than running 3 miles. On a side note, I probably shouldn't of jogged 2.6 miles prior to this hike. LOL Once you reach the top of stairs, your in a nice wooded relaxing trail where it leads to an overlook then to the road where you walk across the bridge on the side of a busy highway. I will say this, as far as safetly, I didn't like cars passing by me going 60-70 mph with a small curb separating me and the cars from running me over. I wish they would make a nice guard rail or walkway where its safer for hikers to walk across the bridge. Once over the bridge, the trail continues below on the side where you can take a right to the their beaches or continue back where it takes you to the visitor center. I believe AtlantaTrail.com stated that its approximately a 2.2 mile hike. But with the number of stairs, its very strenuous. I will say this, my iPhone stated that this day was the most steps I ever had in a day from this hike. After this hike, you need to treat yourself to a nice meal because you deserved it! read more

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This is a great state park with some really good hiking not too far away from Atlanta. The first time we went, we stayed in a cute cabin near by and unfortunately, it was really foggy, so the views weren't as good. We came back for a day trip from Greenville this year and had great weather! Both times we did the Hurricane Falls Loop which is really awesome. There are a ton of stairs to get down and a suspension bridge to cross. You get to see two different falls on this trail. The first is before you get to the stairs and the second is at the bottom of all the stairs. After seeing the falls, you can walk back on the other side of the gorge for some more pretty views. I also recommend driving up to the scenic viewpoint. The view from above the gorge up there is amazing. There are great colors in the fall too. I definitely recommend coming here for some good hiking and great views! read more

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Tallulah Gorge State Park is absolutely Gorge....ous!! If you are ever in North Georgia, I highly recommend you put this place on your to do list. There are plenty of things to do such as hiking, biking, picnicking, swimming, fishing, camping, educational programs, interpretive programs, rock climbing... the list goes on. There are a small handful of various trails that make up about 20 miles of great hiking. The hurricane Falls Loop is approximately 2 miles round-trip. You will walk along mulched areas and metal stairs. This trail has a total of 1099 stairs including the staircase to the gorge floor. We did all 1099 steps and it was worth it! We saw breath taking views of the waterfall, gorge, trees and fall leaves. We crossed over the suspension bridge ooo'd and ahh'd our way through the trees. While this may be the most popular hike there are a handful others that will take you rim to rim and loop you around. If you want to go into the gorge or sliding rock during your hike, you'll need a permit. These permits are not giving out every day so you'll have to check their Facebook page and or check in at the visitor center prior to going. The gorge was closed the day we were there but that didn't stop us from seeing everything else. Bring snacks and sunscreen and make a day of it or stay a little longer and rest in the campsite area. Leashes dogs are allowed on some parts, not all. So be sure to check the website for details. North Georgia has many gems to see. Put Tallulah on your list and you won't be disappointed! read more

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