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Amicalola Falls State Park
418 Amicalola Falls State Park Rd
Dawsonville, Georgia 30534
Phone: 706-265-4703
Reservations: 800-864-7275
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| 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 east of the Mississippi River. An eight-mile approach trail leads from the park to Springer Mountain, the southern end of the 2,135-mile Appalachian Trail. However, numerous other trails are available for shorter journeys. A beautiful lodge is popular with guests who prefer hotel-type comforts over cottages and camping, while a 5-mile hike leads to more remote accommodations at the Len Foote Hike Inn. Be sure to stop by the park office to see nature displays, live exhibits and a gift shop. |
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A great Georgia asset
A great place to experience, it is only an hour and a half north of Atlanta.
Anyone would enjoy this beautiful state park. It is well kept, yet not overly touristy. Accessible to young or old, families, couples or singles - this is a park not to miss.
The falls are a wonderful asset and an obvious drawing point. It is quite a hike from the parking lot. Take your time and enjoy the pathway as you wind yourway up the side of the mountain. (Perhaps the hike is one way of making us slow down to enjoy Mother Nature.)
There are many other amenities which makes this park one a destination by choice. The lodge, above the upper falls, is a great place to stay, have a business retreat, meeting, dinner or drink, or simply look over the mountain. Several cabins are available for reservation, and various picnic sites are scattered throughout the park.
I can see this park being busy on weekend, particularly on holidays. I would suggest taking a day in the middle of the week, to have a more secluded visit.
Written by georgiascotsman
8-Jun-2008
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This was one of the best campgrounds that I have visited in my life. I have traveled all over the world and this has been definitly one of the best places we have tented. Amazing waterfall that you can actually touch and so may beautiful activities that you can experience. I would recomend this place to anyone who is looking for a nice and quiet place to just sit back and relax the loving nature. There are other places you can stay at such as the log if you are not the type to tent.
(name not given)
3-Aug-2008
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| Theater | |  | Pumpkintown Mountain Opry - Pickens, SC
Built in 1986, the four story Pumpkintown Mountain Opry building is a monument to old-world craftsmanship and home of the restaurant and shops. We invite you to enjoy the theater arts of the Pumpkintown Mountain Opry or come relax on the porch and enjoy some ice cream or our great coffee.
Web Site: http://www.pumpkintownmountain.com/ |
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| Campgrounds | |  | Griffin Island Campground - Sevierville, TN
Looking for something different? Griffin Island is a family owned and family friendly 32 acre property that includes rental campers, full hook-up sites, and tent sites for rent on Douglas Lake. Griffin Island is your getaway from the mainstream but close enough to all the attraction of Sevierville, Pigeon Forge and Gatlinburg.
Phone: 866-461-4561
Web Site: http://www.griffinisland.net |
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| Casual Family Dining | | | Pumpkintown Mountain Opry - Pickens, SC
Built in 1986, the four story Pumpkintown Mountain Opry building is a monument to old-world craftsmanship and home of the restaurant and shops. We invite you to enjoy the theater arts of the Pumpkintown Mountain Opry or come relax on the porch and enjoy some ice cream or our great coffee.
Web Site: http://www.pumpkintownmountain.com/ |
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| Boat Rentals | | | Griffin Island Campground - Sevierville, TN
Looking for something different? Griffin Island is a family owned and family friendly 32 acre property that includes rental campers, full hook-up sites, and tent sites for rent on Douglas Lake. Griffin Island is your getaway from the mainstream but close enough to all the attraction of Sevierville, Pigeon Forge and Gatlinburg.
Phone: 866-461-4561
Web Site: http://www.griffinisland.net |
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