- Collection:
- Georgia Government Publications
- Title:
- Amicalola Falls State Park & Lodge
- Creator:
- Georgia. Division of Parks, Recreation, and Historic Sites
- Publisher:
- [Atlanta, Ga.] : Georgia Dept. of Natural Resources, Division of Parks, Recreation, and Historic Sites, 2011
- Date of Original:
- 2011
- Subject:
- Parks--Georgia
Natural resources conservation areas--Georgia
Amicalola Falls State Park and Lodge (Dawsonville, Ga.) - Location:
- United States, Georgia, Dawson County, Dawsonville, 34.42121, -84.11908
- Medium:
- state government records
- Type:
- Text
- Format:
- application/pdf
- Description:
- Annual
Description based on: 2002; title from caption - External Identifiers:
- Call Number GA N200.P2 S1 A4 2011
- Metadata URL:
- https://dlg.galileo.usg.edu/id:dlg_ggpd_y-ga-bn200-pp2-bs1-ba4-b2011-belec-p-btext
- Digital Object URL:
- https://dlg.galileo.usg.edu/do:dlg_ggpd_y-ga-bn200-pp2-bs1-ba4-b2011-belec-p-btext
- Language:
- eng
- Holding Institution:
- University of Georgia. Map and Government Information Library
- Rights:
-
Facilities
829 Acres 24 Tent, Trailer, RV
Campsites 14 Cottages 56-Room Lodge and
Conference Center w/ wireless internet Restaurant 20-Room Len Foote Hike Inn Visitor Center Group Shelter (seats 75) Ropes Course Gift Shops
Activities
Hiking 12 miles of trails
Picnicking Trout Fishing Ranger Programs
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 cascading waterfall east of the Mississippi River. An 8.5-mile approach trail leads from the park to Springer Mountain, the southern end of the famed 2,135-mile Appalachian Trail. However, numerous other trails are available for shorter journeys.
A beautiful lodge at the top of the mountain is popular with guests who prefer traditional hotel comforts, while the cottages and campgrounds are more rustic. The park's Maple Restaurant is known for its spectacular views and Sunday brunch buffet. For hikers who enjoy more adventure, a 5-mile trail leads to the backcountry Len Foote Hike Inn.
Be sure to stop by the visitor center to see an Appalachian Trail display, nature exhibits, live animals and a gift shop. Please note that Amicalola Falls is exceptionally busy during peak leaf season. Guests may prefer to visit during the week or carpool on weekends. Advanced reservations for accommodations are highly recommended.
Operated by the Georgia Department of Natural Resources 03/11
Located 15 miles northwest of Dawsonville on GA Hwy. 52. From Gainesville, take Hwy. 53 west to Hwy. 183 north to Hwy. 52 east.
Reservations: 800-573-9656 GALodges.com/lodges/Amicalola
GeorgiaStateParks.org/AmicalolaFalls
nearby attractions
Kangaroo Conservation Center New Echota State Historic Site
(Cherokee Indian Capital) Dahlonega Gold Museum Vogel State Park Alpine Village of Helen Unicoi State Park & Lodge
Fort Mountain State Park Ellijay Apple Country Burt's Farm North Georgia Premium
Outlet Mall Funk Heritage Center Dawson Forest WMA
hours
Park Hours: 7 AM - 10 PM
Reservations Open 24 Hours at the Lodge.
The Maple Restaurant: Breakfast: 7 AM - 10:30 AM (daily) | Lunch: 11:30 AM - 3 PM (daily)
Dinner: Sun-Thurs 5 PM - 8 PM | Fri-Sat 5 PM - 9 PM Sunday Brunch: 11:30 AM - 3 PM
information
Amicalola Falls State Park & Lodge 240 Amicalola Falls State Park Rd. Dawsonville, GA 30534 Park: 706-265-4703 Lodge: 706-265-8888
Georgia State Parks and Historic Sites 2 MLK Jr. Drive, Suite 1352 Atlanta, GA 30334 404-656-2770
recycled paper printed 03/11
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