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Dukes Creek Falls: A Scenic Staircase Hike in North Georgia
The Dukes Creek Falls Trail is one of North Georgia’s most accessible waterfall hikes and one of the most scenic for the effort. Located just outside Helen in the Chattahoochee National Forest, this short out-and-back trail leads to a series of observation decks overlooking Dukes Creek Falls as it drops through a steep, forested ravine.… Read more
Anna Ruby Falls Trail: An Easy Hike to Georgia’s Twin Waterfalls
Tucked into the Chattahoochee National Forest just outside Helen, Georgia, Anna Ruby Falls is one of the easiest and most accessible waterfall experiences in North Georgia. A short, paved walk leads to two impressive waterfalls tumbling side by side, making this a great stop for families, casual hikers, and anyone looking for a scenic break… Read more
Amicalola Falls State Park: Georgia’s Tallest Waterfall (Hiking Guide + Tips)
Rising out of the North Georgia forest in a long, white ribbon of falling water, Amicalola Falls State Park is one of the state’s most recognizable natural landmarks. At 729 feet tall, it’s the highest waterfall in Georgia and the focal point of a park that blends dramatic scenery with well-developed access. The sound of… Read more
Granny Henderson’s Cabin: A Short Side Trip from the Centerpoint Trailhead
About two miles from the Centerpoint Trailhead, the trail splits. Turning right leads to Goat Bluff. After spending some time on the bluff, we backtracked to the junction and took the trail to the left toward Granny Henderson’s Cabin. From the intersection, the trail trends steadily downhill and serves as a connector to both the… Read more
Hemmed In Hollow Falls Trail: A Hard Hike to Arkansas’ Tallest Waterfall
Tucked into a narrow box canyon in the Ponca Wilderness near the Buffalo National River, Hemmed In Hollow Falls is one of the most impressive waterfalls in Arkansas. The 200-plus-foot drop spills over a sheer bluff into a shaded amphitheater below, creating a setting that feels remote and rugged despite being reached by a maintained… Read more
Triple Falls, Arkansas: A Short Hike to a Hidden Buffalo River Waterfall
Triple Falls is a quiet, easy-to-reach waterfall tucked into the Buffalo River area of northern Arkansas. It isn’t a long hike or a big adventure day, but it’s one of those places that rewards a short effort with a surprisingly scenic payoff, especially when water levels are up. When we visited, all three cascades were… Read more