Georgia Waterfalls

If you’re anything like me, you crave the kind of adventure that leaves your boots muddy and your senses wide awake. I’ve been a travel writer for 25 years, and I still can’t get enough of Georgia’s waterfalls. When I need a reset, I head straight to those lush, fern-filled trails where the only soundtrack is birdsong and rushing water.

I always tell friends: if you want a Southern escape that’s soothing and spectacular, this is it. You’ll walk through misty forests, feel the cool spray from dramatic drops, and maybe even dip your toes in the peaceful pools along the way. I’ve wandered countless trails, and Georgia’s waterfall hikes never disappoint. They’re wild, soulful, and deeply refreshing.

So if you're itching for a trail that winds past mossy rocks and surprises you with tumbling cascades, trust me—you’ll find it here. And once you do, I promise you’ll want to come back again and again.

Highlights:

• The stunning 729-foot Amicalola Falls, Georgia’s tallest waterfall
• Scenic trails and pools at Tallulah Falls in Tallulah Gorge State Park
• Secluded beauty at Minnehaha Falls in North Georgia’s Lake Rabun area
• Peaceful cascades at Anna Ruby Falls near Helen
• Hidden forest charm at Panther Creek Falls in Chattahoochee National Forest