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Hiking To Hemlock Falls In Georgia Is Like Entering A Fairytale

Hemlock Falls Trail in Cloudland Canyon State Park offers a moderate hike with stunning views and a beautiful waterfall.

Published May 8, 2020

Written by 

Angie Slayton

If there is one hike you take this spring—one hike to show you all the best that Georgia has to offer—it should be this one. The trail to Hemlock Falls in Georgia is filled with pure beauty. From the stunning overlook to the waterfall within, it will feel like you’ve entered into a fairytale on this hike. A fairytale that you can access as often as you want for the rest of the hiking season. Check it out…

When you adventure through Cloudland Canyon State Park, you’ll be able to choose a variety of hiking trails to experience.

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AllTrails Joel Corley

The Hemlock Falls Trail in Cloudland Canyon is truly a sight to see, not just because of the overlook, but because there is a waterfall finish!

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AllTrails Laurels Srery

This 1.1-mile trail is heavily trafficked and is rated as moderate—likely because the set of stairs can be quite the doozy to get back up.

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Visitors enjoy the particular trail because of the abundance of wildlife and nature throughout—it’s perfect to disappear into the wild for a while.

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You can sit by the waterfall and enjoy the sounds of the cascades, or bring a picnic and dine waterside.

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If you visit after a particularly good rainfall, then you’ll be in for a treat as the waterfalls will have even more vigor than usual.

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AllTrails Laureli Srery

Just keep in mind while it might not seem like a long trail, the number of stairs throughout will be what makes this more of a moderate hike than a beginner.

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AllTrails Laureli Srery

Head on over to Cloudland Canyon State Park and check out the trail to Hemlock Falls for an exciting and reinvigorating time in nature.

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Have you ever hiked the trail to Hemlock Falls in Georgia before? Share with us your experience in the comments section! Or if you’re looking for more information about this trail, like map info and more tricks from everyday hikers, visit the AllTrails website.

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Nature|Hiking

The Jacks River Falls Trail Is One of the Best Waterfall Hikes in Georgia

Looking for a great waterfall hike in Fannin County, Georgia? The Jacks River Falls Trail is a challenging trail with beautiful views!

Published Aug 28, 2024

Written by 

Lisa Sammons

Few natural wonders are as impressive as a waterfall, and we're lucky enough to have some pretty amazing waterfalls in Georgia. If you're looking for a pretty amazing waterfall trail near Epworth, GA, right below the state line with Tennessee, we think you'll love the gem we have featured today. The Jacks River Falls Trail is a spectacular hike by any measure. It's a 15-mile out-and-back trek through the stunning Cohutta Wildlife Management Area, and it's certainly not for the faint of heart, but man, oh man, is it gorgeous!

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In all, the trail takes a little over five hours for most hikers to complete. It's got several river crossings and you'll definitely want to be wearing sturdy footwear and bring along trekking poles.

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This is a wilderness area, so don't expect the trail to be perfectly maintained. There are going to be areas of overgrown plants and downed trees.

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However, the waterfall views definitely make it a worthwhile adventure for an experienced hiker!

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Of course, you can always just hike a portion of the trail and not head all the way out to the falls, if you're looking for an easier experience.

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Many opt to make this a multi-day affair and enjoy pitching a tent along the route.

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It may be a challenging hike, but the scenery is gorgeous.

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This is a stunning and rugged area of the state with so many outdoor adventures just waiting to be enjoyed.

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For more information about this amazing waterfall hiking trail near Epworth, GA, check out our friends at AllTrails.

If you consider yourself a big fan of hiking in Georgia, don't miss a free trial of AllTrails+. Benefits like 3D map views, wrong-turn alerts, and live sharing with friends make it an invaluable tool for anyone who spends time in the wilderness.

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A Bit Of An Unexpected Natural Wonder, Few People Know There’s A Beautiful Waterfall Hiding In South Georgia

Broxton Rocks Preserve in Georgia features a unique waterfall and diverse landscapes, accessible seasonally by appointment.

Updated Aug 11, 2024

Written by 

Lisa Sammons

We've got no shortage of waterfalls in Georgia. You'll find dozens of these natural wonders scattered throughout the state, from small hidden trickles in the woods to the mighty 729-foot-tall Amicalola Falls. However, most of the Peach State's cascades are located in the mountainous northern region of the state. You won't find nearly as many examples of waterfalls in South Georgia. One place where you can find just that is at the Broxton Rocks Preserve in Douglas, GA. This hidden gem is a truly magnificent place, filled with unique landscapes and a majestic waterfall. It's seasonally open to the public by appointment only, but even just seeing photos of it is a treat. Check it out:

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Broxton Rocks Preserve is one of several natural areas maintained by The Nature Conservancy in Georgia. This global nonprofit works to preserve natural wonders all over the world for future generations.

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Because the ecosystem here is delicate and hordes of visitors can cause damage, visitation to Broxton Rocks is typically available by appointment only.

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However, there is a one-mile trail open to the public each year from June through August. The trail runs from the preserve's gate to the waterfall.

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And what a spectacular waterfall it is! It's such a unique sight to see a roaring waterfall in South Georgia.

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The entire area is pretty unusual. Small caves, 30-foot tall rocks, and large outcroppings of sandstone abound here.

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The preserve is home to a number of species that are threatened or endangered, including the Bachman's sparrow, which thrives amongst the longleaf pine trees here.

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Whether you're able to visit Broxton Rocks in person or just admire it from photos, this natural wonder of a waterfall in south Georgia is a true hidden gem.

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Have you ever heard of this preserve and waterfall in south Georgia, or been lucky enough to visit? Share some of your favorite waterfalls in Georgia in the comments!

Check out more of the best natural wonders in Georgia in this featured article. Be sure to try out AllTrails+ to find maps for all of the great hiking trails in these areas.

https://www.onlyinyourstate.com/georgia/best-natural-wonders-ga/

There are many more amazing waterfalls at Georgia's Tallulah Gorge State Park. Watch this quick video to see this stunning natural wonder:

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