Nothing is more rewarding at the end of a hike then coming across a cascading waterfall over 55-feet high. While Georgia is flush with many stunning waterfalls throughout the state, this particular hike remains a great choice to spend some time outdoors. Not to mention the views just get even better once the leaves are in full color-changing-swing.
Horse Trough Falls is a short in-and-out hike through the Blue Ridge Mountains that is as beautiful as it gets during the fall months.
Hiking the Horsetrough Mountain, along one of the peaks of the Blue Ridge, is a great way to immerse yourself in Georgia nature.
While there are many different falls in the area which feed into the Chattahoochee River, Horse Trough Falls is one of the highest and most beautiful.
The hiking trail itself follows Horsetrough Creek, taking hikers through the diverse hardwood forested landscape.
Almost as quickly as you hop on the trail, you’ll eventually be at a wooden viewing platform to find yourself standing in front of the large waterfall.
Horse Trough Falls is actually a series of waterfalls that free fall and cascade down three separate ledges.
Being a high mountain waterfall, it is best to hike the trail 2-3 days after rainfall, when the cascade will be at its heaviest.
For those who want to spend a weekend in the area, the Upper Chattahoochee Campground is nearby, with 34 campsites to set up shop.
Tackle an easy hike this autumn along the Chattahoochee for an epic waterfall trail in Northern Georgia.
The Horsetrough Mountain trail is located in Chattahoochee National Forest, Helen, GA 30545. It is recommended that hikers call the US Forest Service ahead of time in order to check the status of the trail: 706-754-6221.
Have you ever hiked to Horse Trough Falls before? Share your experience in the comments section! Otherwise, while you're up in those parts of Georgia, make sure to check out this wonderful bakery and sweet shops in Helen.
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