Easy waterfall trails in Georgia

I love waterfalls. They have a way to make me forget about the stress of everyday life and work. So, when I have time off, immersing myself in nature is the way to go. Normally, I don’t mind a good long hike but sometimes, I just don’t feel like doing so, or I’m with a friend or family member who can’t physically hike long distances.

So, today I’m going to share with you the shortest yet stunning waterfall trails I’ve visited so far in Georgia.

Minnehaha Falls

One of the most photographed, the Minnehaha Trail (.4 mile in length) follows Fall Branch until a dead end at the Minnehaha Falls. This waterfall tumbles approximately 100 feet. It’s family-friendly and dog friendly.

Cochran Mill Park Falls

Located in Chattahoochee Hills Georgia, Cochran Mill Park, with 800 acres of woods, fields, and streams, features stunning waterfalls, huge boulders, rock outcrops, and the ruins of 3 historic mills. To get to this beautiful waterfall is just a short .25 miles.

Toccoa Falls

Toccoa Falls is located on the campus of Toccoa Falls College. An easily accessible pathway approximately 100 yards leads to the falls from the historic Gate Cottage. The 186-foot, free-falling waterfall is the tallest free-falling waterfall east of the Mississippi River.

Trahlyta Falls

Trahlyta Falls are located at the outlet of Trahlyta at Vogel State Park, nestled in the Chattahoochee National Forest between Cooper’s Creek WMA and Chestatee WMA at the base of Blood Mountain. The Trahlyta Falls Spur Trail is the shortest trail (0.7 mi round trip)

Dick’s Creek Falls

Dick's Creek Falls is a waterfall that features a 60 ft (18 m) drop of Dicks Creek into the Chattooga River. Easy access. Limited parking just adjacent to the creek and the falls so no hiking involved. Beautiful falls in very calm peaceful tranquil surroundings.

Fall Branch Falls

Fall Branch Falls Trail is a 0.9 mile trail located near Cherry Log, Georgia that features a waterfall and is rated as easy. The trail is primarily used for hiking and nature trips. Dogs are also able to use this trail but must be kept on leash.

Helton creek falls

Helton Creek Falls Trail is a 0.3 mile moderately trafficked out and back trail located near Blairsville, Georgia that features a waterfall and is good for all skill levels.

Helton Waterfall BP.jpg — Photo by Salvador March