Amicalola, a Cherokee Indian word meaning tumbling waters, is an appropriate name for these 729-foot falls. These are the tallest falls east of the Mississippi River. An eight-mile approach trail leads from the park to Springer Mountain, the southern end of the 2,150-mile Appalachian Trail. There are many other trails available for shorter journeys. Lente Foot Hike Inn is popular with guests who prefer hotel-type comforts over cottages and camping. It is a 5- mile hike to the Inn. To see nature displays, live exhibits and a gift shop visit the Park Office.
Facilities
Amicalola Falls is 979 acres with: 20 tent, trailer, RV sites, 14 cottages, 57-room Lodge and Conference Center, restaurant, 20-Room Len Foote Hike Inn, 4 picnic shelters, group shelter, ropes course, and Pioneer Campground.
Activities
Some activities include: hiking 12 miles of trails, picnicking, trout fishing, and interpretive programs.
Nearby Attractions
Some of the nearby attractions include: Burts Pumpkin Farm, North Georgia Premium Outlet Mall, Thunder Road USA, Kangaroo Conservation Center,
Dahlonega Gold Museum, Dawsonville CVB, Vogel State Park, Alpine Village of Helen,Unicoi State Park and Lodge, Fort Mountain State Park, New Echota Cherokee Capital, Ellijay Apple Country, and Funk Heritage Center.
