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Desoto Falls Recreation Area

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The 10 most popular campsites at Desoto Falls Recreation Area

The hardest sites to book at this park, reserving 51% of weekend nights in peak season (Jul–Sep). Set up an alert and we'll email you on cancellations.

Site 14

Best here

Ranked #1 of 23

Group Standard · Sleeps 10 · Electric

Site 15

Top pick

Ranked #2 of 23

STANDARD · Sleeps 5 · Electric

Site 20

Top pick

Ranked #3 of 23

STANDARD · Sleeps 5 · Electric

Site 18

Standout

Ranked #4 of 23

STANDARD · Sleeps 5 · Electric

Site 23

Standout

Ranked #5 of 23

STANDARD · Sleeps 5 · Electric

Site 16

Standout

Ranked #5 of 23

STANDARD · Sleeps 5 · Electric

Site 3

Decent

Ranked #7 of 23

STANDARD · Sleeps 5 · Electric

Site 21

Decent

Ranked #8 of 23

STANDARD · Sleeps 5 · Electric

Site 22

Wait for better

Ranked #9 of 23

STANDARD · Sleeps 5 · Electric

Site 19

Wait for better

Ranked #10 of 23

STANDARD · Sleeps 5 · Electric

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About this park

Desoto Falls is part of the Chattahoochee National Forest and is located in a 650-acre (2.6 km2) area designated as the Desoto Falls Scenic Area. This area of the Blue Ridge Mountains in Georgia make up part of the Appalachian Mountain range stretching all the way to Canada. The hardwood coves, rushing waterfalls, creeks, and steep canyons are crisscrossed with abundant trails for hiking and fishing. During the Month of October, North Georgia’s trees put on a vibrant show. Summer's dark greens change to brilliant reds, oranges and yellows which makes the camping atmosphere amazing. Thousands make the yearly trek into the mountains near Desoto Falls for a front row seat.

Recreation
The primary attractions to this area are the two waterfalls along Frogtown Creek, which lead from the wooden bridge across from the Host Site. This hike is relatively short, kid-friendly distance and moderate elevation change make it one of North Georgia’s most popular waterfall hikes. .25 hike to lower falls and .75 to the upper falls. The trail hikes through several large exposed rock outcrops, beautiful rhododendron, and under the shade of several enormous old-growth pine trees with their wide trunks reaching high into the forest canopy above. The waterfall’s newly built observation deck makes a great spot for a mid-hike rest or picnic, and a great place to soak up the waterfall’s beauty. Note: slippery rocks and fast moving water can be extremely dangerous! Please don’t climb, stand on, swim near, or jump from any waterfall.

Nearby
Just 1.5 miles north on 19/129 is Neels Gap and the Appalachian Trail. Drive just a short piece down to Byron Herbert Reece parking area on the left, and the Appalachian Trail can be easily accessed there. Nearby water falls to visit are are Helton Creek Falls, Dukes Creeks Falls, and Raven Cliffs Falls. Just a short drive and located within the Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forests, the Brasstown Bald Recreation Area & Visitor Center is a great place to visit. It is the highest point in Georgia, rising 4,784 feet above sea level with a 360 degree view of four states. Towns within a short drive to visit are Blairsville, Helen, and Dahlonega, GA