Outdoors NearbyAmicalola Falls
Amicalola Falls is a waterfall in Georgia, about 12 miles from Dawsonville. You can combine the trip with Waterfall #4 or Fall Creek Waterfall.
| Location | Near Dawsonville, Georgia Directions |
|---|---|
| Nearest trailhead | Appalachian National Scenic Trailhead, about 0.1 mi from the falls straight-line distance to Amicalola Falls; the trail itself is longer Directions to the trailhead |
| More | Wikipedia |
Data: OpenStreetMap contributors. Rocks near falls are slippery, so stay on the trail and behind railings.
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More waterfalls nearby
- Waterfall #4 near Jasper · 5 mi Directions
- Fall Creek Waterfall near Jasper · 6 mi Directions
- Long Creek Falls near Dahlonega · 8 mi Directions
- Noontootla Falls near Blue Ridge · 9 mi Directions
- Little Rock Creek Falls near Blue Ridge · 12 mi Directions
- Etowah Falls near Dahlonega · 12 mi Directions
- Walden Creek Waterfall near Dahlonega · 14 mi · trailhead 0.7 mi Directions
- Lower Canada Creek Falls near Dahlonega · 14 mi Directions
Frequently asked questions
Where is Amicalola Falls?
In Georgia, about 12 miles from Dawsonville, at 34.5674, -84.2443. Use the directions link, and check the trailhead and parking with the land manager.
Where does the hike to Amicalola Falls start?
The closest trailhead on the map is Appalachian National Scenic Trailhead, about 0.1 miles from Amicalola Falls in a straight line. Check the trail map for the real hiking distance to Amicalola Falls.
What other waterfalls are near Amicalola Falls?
Waterfall #4 (5 mi), Fall Creek Waterfall (6 mi), Long Creek Falls (8 mi) and Noontootla Falls (9 mi).