5 North Georgia Waterfall Hikes Perfect for Summer
Get outside and be active, but most importantly, relax.
Let’s be honest, summer in Georgia isn’t exactly friendly to a long, exposed day hike. Rather than spending the whole day baking in the sun, head out on one of these easy hikes to a cool, refreshing waterfall. North Georgia is home to some of the most beautiful wilderness in the state and most of these hikes are 2 miles or less. Plus, the forest and waterfalls provide a nice shady place for a summer picnic. It doesn’t get much better than that, does it?
1. Hike the Trahlya Lake Trail to Trahlya Falls
Photo: Christian Murillo
2. Hike to Hurricane Falls, Tallulah Gorge SP
Photo: Matthew Koehnemann
3. Hike Cloudland Canyon’s Waterfall Trail
Photo: Alan Maxcy
4. Hike to Desoto Falls
Photo: Jeremy Cournyea
5. Hike to Minnehaha Falls
Photo: Jeremy Cournyea
Discover more adventure across the state at Explore Georgia.
Cover photo: Alan Maxcy
We want to acknowledge and thank the past, present, and future generations of all Native Nations and Indigenous Peoples whose ancestral lands we travel, explore, and play on. Always practice Leave No Trace ethics on your adventures and follow local regulations. Please explore responsibly!
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