Cloudland Canyon State Park

They have a little construction going on, but it doesnt take away from the beauty of the park. The overlook of the waterfalls is staggering. The sun covered hills, and the carved valley is like a mixing bowl for the the 2 bursting falls. We came early spring, but I know during the fall the variety of colorful foliage and falling leaves would be lovely. It reminded me of a mixture of Petit Jean State Park and Devils Den State Park. Worth the drive, but if you walk to the falls be ready for a Great Wall experience. I think the guy said there were 12000 stairs.

Cloudland Canyon State Park is an absolute gem for hikers. The trails are challenging, scenic, and rewarding, with huge canyon views, waterfalls, and enough elevation change to make it feel like real mountain hiking, not just a walk in the woods. The rim trails deliver nonstop overlooks, and the descent into the canyon is steep, rugged, and worth every step back out. Everything is well maintained without feeling overdeveloped. It stays quiet, spacious, and immersive, even when other hikers are around. If you’re into serious hiking, big views, and places that make you slow down and take it all in, Cloudland Canyon is a must. Easy five stars. Pet friendly too.....

Cloudland Canyon offers beautiful fall foliage views and plenty of scenic spots to enjoy. Parking was convenient which made the visit smooth from the start. The park has many enjoyable features, especially during the autumn season when the colors are stunning. (waterfall area was dry, though) There was a park ranger in front of building— he was kind and engaging, especially with children and families, offering helpful information and creating a welcoming atmosphere. It was good to see such positive interaction. However, some areas on the trail to the waterfall need maintenance. Certain stairs and railings felt loose and wobbly, and there were wooden sections with holes that seemed potentially dangerous. It would be great if these parts were repaired to ensure safety for all visitors. Overall, it’s a good place to experience nature, but a few safety improvements and some renovations in and around the main building (I noticed it's on going around the main overlook) are needed on the waterfall path and main building. I will probabaly come back in another season.

This place was an experience I’m really glad I had. The hike down to the bottom was surprisingly easy, with stairs at every change in elevation. The waterfalls inside the canyon are beautiful, and the scenic views from the top are absolutely incredible. This review only covers the day use areas and the hiking trail down to the waterfalls deep in the canyon. I went in without expectations and didn’t even look at a trail map beforehand — I just wanted to see the waterfalls. The descent feels like thousands of stairs, and according to my watch, it’s nearly a 300-meter drop with a round trip of about 3 miles. The climb back up was definitely a workout, but the views and waterfalls made every sweaty step back out worth it. It’s impressive that the state of Georgia installed such an extensive stair system. There are several resting landings with benches along the way, which I definitely appreciated. See my pictures to get an idea of the stairs along the way. I’d highly recommend this park for anyone in decent health, solo hikers, or couples looking for an active, scenic date. The round trip to the bottom waterfall and back took me about 2½ hours — including plenty of time for photos and just taking in the beauty of it all. Absolutely worth the trip. Highly recommend.

Cloudland Canyon is an absolutely gorgeous park that I hope everyone gets to visit atleast once. I came in December so a little cold but that means less traffic and visitors! It was very quiet and the West Rim Loop was a beautiful 5 mile hike with lots of views and nature to see. The stairs down to the waterfalls are not bad going down, now going up is a different story but definitely worth it. The waterfalls were frozen over but it was still a sight to see. All of the staff were very kind and helpful. Worth the 2 hour drive from Atlanta!

Stayed for a walk-in camp at campsite 16 in mid-October. It’s a bit of a haul from the parking area, but that distance buys great privacy—sites aren’t right on top of each other. Hiking was excellent and the weather was perfect. Trees were still mostly green and the waterfalls had no flow during my visit. If you’re chasing autumn colors (and better waterfall chances), aim for late October into early November. Overall, a peaceful stay and great trails—would come back.

So many people visit Georgia or Atlanta and have no idea about this place! Visited in January on a Saturday and hardly anybody there. Perfect time to view waterfalls as all were flowing great. So happy to have driven here and did some hikes.

Truly a stunning state park. The views from the main overlook are unmatched. The main overlook is also accessible for all, which is great. We hiked the waterfalls trail while here. Be prepared for a leg workout. 600 steps down into the canyon and 600 to get back up. The falls were just a trickle in late October, but still very beautiful and peaceful to be near. Worth the hike. And all the fall colors were unmatched in their beauty. Wear sturdy shoes, bring plenty of water and maybe walking sticks to make it easier for the trail portion before / after the stairs.

Cherokee Falls is stunning. Could not get to the second waterfall because of ice. Would recommend the trip to Cherokee Falls. Easy going down but a little more challenging getting back to the top. Just beautiful here.

Nice park definitely fun hike !!! I dislike that people throw trash on trail like legit smh !!! But overall good views and nice hike !!!

This park is definitely a must see and do if you are in the Lookout Mountain area. Although the other attractions are suitable for enjoyment, Cloudland Csnyon provides a more natural feeling outdoors experience. I will caution that some of the hiking to the falls is a doozy. But, if you are in reasonable shape, you can manage (you might need some water and oxygen after but whatever LOL). Definitely plan ahead for this experience with snacks and hydration. Overall, the views at Cloudland can be breathtaking, so take it all in and let nature be your guide.

While this is in Georgia, it is the very northern corner of Georgia that's not far from Chattanooga (half an hour or so from downtown), and thus is a realistic stop for people living in or passing through that area. It was a fairly easy drive to a parking lot quite near some majestic overlooks. They charge to park, but it's only $5 a car and well worth it. They had self-pay envelopes, and it did seem that they were checking these while I was there. Descending into the massive gorge is a stream with some impressive waterfalls. At the end of the (mostly paved or boardwalk) route to get to these, various signs asked visitors to stay clear of them, which no one listened to. I didn't see any huge danger. The microclimate of these receded forests and waterways among the rocks was a distinctive experience, though not the end of what the park had to offer for those with more time.

The group shelter was perfect for our family reunion. The cabins were adequate to the purpose, but (as is always the case with shared facilities) needed a little TLC. The guided tour of Sitton's Cave was the highlight of the trip, and well worth it.

This review is for day hiking only. We didn't camp in the park. My husband and I visited Cloudland Canyon with our dog on Thursday, December 23, 2022. It wasn't crowded at all. Parking is $5 per car. We did the West Rim Loop Trail (about 5 miles) in 2 hours and 45 minutes. It offered some nice views and wasn't too difficult. We wish we had gone in the fall for even better views though. We also did the Overlook Trail (1 mile), which took about 20 minutes. Very good signage. They did a great job marking the trails. There was ample parking when we went. Bathrooms with running water and soap. Picnic tables and shelters. My only complaint is there weren't any trash cans or doggy waste baskets anywhere on the trails, only in the parking lots. Obviously it's not the Grand Canyon, but it was still pretty cool! We recommend!

The park is beautiful. Plenty of hiking trails. The park personnel are very knowledgeable.

Awesome Hiking And Waterfalls! What a surprise gem! This park has been in my list a while and somehow I hadn't gotten around to visiting until yesterday. Cherokee Falls: This seems to be the most popular falls area here. 4 times the people of hemlock falls even though hemlock falls is a much larger waterfall. This is the fall on the left. Hemlock Falls: This is a beast of a waterfall! Roaring water got my little boy excited! This is the fall down the right hand trail at the fork. This park is great! We saw 2 named waterfalls and some that don't have labeled names on them. The waterfalls trail is great and tons of steps to get you step workout complete for the day! My son was asleep before we left the parking lot after! The trails are nice here, not paved but real nature statue trails with some bridges and LOTS of steps! This place is a new favorite for sure! Why are you still reading this? Get in the car and head to Cloudland!

Cons: the map pin is not where you want to go. So once you go in the South entrance stop your map app and follow the signs. The online trail maps are not great either. Pros: for children under 10 drive to the interpretive center. Visit it. They had some cool stuff for the kids. Then go to the Overlook trail directly behind it and head away from the waterfalls. This is kid friendly with a second lookout spot where you can hear a waterfall. Then exit at the playground and walk the street back to the center. Or go a little farther and exit at the rental cabin and walk the road back from there. Bigger kids can make it to the frisbee golf course. On the North side entrance is a strenuous trail with a waterfall where my husband went and swam (without the kids). That trail starts at the base of the mountain.

Picturesque park with decent elevation! About 2 hours from Atlanta is CCSP, far enough to keep the crowds down. It makes a very long day or an easy overnight trip. I visited CCSP a couple of times both coupled with other nearby activities (hang gliding and Lula). We did the West rim hike, just under 5 miles and down to Hemlock and Cherokee falls. While the west rim hike is longest, it's an easy hike with little elevation. It provides wonderful canyon vistas. We did see a couple of yurts along the trail. However, this is not a hike I'd recommend to small children as much, is along the rim / cliffs. The hikes to the falls are short and steeper. There are other trails in the woods but they don't provide much reward vistas. $5 entrance fee. Parking is plenty...do check ahead during COVID19. Make reservations if you want to camp or glamp. It's one of the best state parks in GA. Do recommend packing snacks and plenty of water. As always, wear proper shoes, sunscreen and pack out everything you bring in. Enjoy!

This was such a beautiful hike. I don't know what it is about getting older and enjoying nature more, but I am guilty as charged. If given an option to go hiking every day I would sign up. This state park was easy to find and a nice drive. Note that you should stop at the visitor center to pay for your parking passes it will cost you $5.00 for the day. I am not sure if someone actually checks to ensure that every car has a parking pass, so I will say it's based on the honor system. This place is massive. There is a lot to keep you busy. To name a few: camping, bike riding, horse back riding, fishing, disc golf, caving and hiking. I decided to check out the hiking trails with the goal of viewing both water falls. We did the overlook trail first. It is quick and provides a nice view. A great place to sit and reflect. Getting to the falls was an easy hike. The only issue that some may have is taking the steps back up from the falls. However there are plenty of opportunities to stop and rest. I suggest taking your time if you need to. The views of the falls are well worth the effort! I want to return in the spring and fall to get a different perspective. I highly recommend checking this park out!

Absolutely beautiful views straight from the time you park! You park and then about 100 yards away is the view of the whole canyon. Then we hiked down into the canyon to see some falls and as you get closer then louder they get, a pretty cool experience. We came relatively early in the morning and we were the only people on the park aside for a few campers.

Excellent state park! Different length and level hikes with well kept trails. I took the longest path, west rim and saw all of five other people on the trail which was about five miles long. I went on a week day as the website mentions the weekends have been too crowded and they might have to turn people away. It was about a two hour drive from Atlanta and well worth it. There are many other parks in the area and hiking destinations I wanted to stop at. It's also right on the border of Tennessee ( you can see it from the overlook). Hope to return and go camping there are a lot of cabins and yurts off the trail and room for rv camping as well. One thing to note before coming is some of the paths are very narrow and there is lots of roots and rocks, so wear good shoes.

This is one of the most beautiful parks in all of Georgia! I spent this weekend there camping in the west rim campground. This particular campground is brand new! Entire park is extremely well-maintained. Bathrooms are clean. if you enjoy hiking cover, this is the place for you! There are three main trails. The easiest trail takes you down into the gorge to see the Cherokee waterfall. It's the largest waterfall. That hike is pretty easy. The second waterfall is a longer hike across the bottom of the gorge to Hemlock Falls. The third hike, and most strenuous, is around the top of the canyon, called the west rim trail. It is the most difficult trail, a total of 5 miles through the words on a rocky, twisting and turning trail. Reviews on this trail are absolutely gorgeous! It is classified as a medium/strenuous trail. You will definitely feel it in your legs and feet when you finish. The park welcomes dogs on leashes. There are several large Brazilians for gatherings as well. I found this to be one of the cleanest parks I have ever Campton.

Renovations in the West Rim ruined the park. I was told the contractor hired by the state was in charge of bulldozing every tree in the middle. Our site was to be the same, just a different number. But, actually our original booking site no longer existed! Middle of summer without shade=desert!! So if you have sites 6-13 this summer, prepare to bake Also, workers in area continuing renovations, make dust and noise. I would have appreciated being told the true definition of the changes in our site, I could have made different accommodations. Couldn't even switch to a different area, nothing available. Some sites have tight turns to enter with big rigs, may prove to be interesting

Oh you have to go! It's such a beautiful park with scenic hiking trails and beautiful waterfalls. We rented a yurt and it was a cool experience. The west end loop is a must do for hikers who can tolerate a moderately strenuous hike.

Not suitable for tent camping. We arrived to find our entire campsite was recently surfaced with large, sharp rocks. I use a ground cloth to protect my tent. I placed it on the rock covered tent pad and the rocks punched through it as soon as I stepped on it. No way my tent would survive there. Campground staff could not offer another site, would not refund my full reservation cost. My two kids were sad that we had to turn around and go home after the two and a half hour drive there. Don't camp in a tent at Cloudland Canyon until this if fixed.

Finest Georgia State Park. Great trails, Mountian views and rental cabins . Please keep it clean

Heading our way to Chattanooga on the Mountain View and couldn't drive by without exploring and hearing the beautiful water fall and flow of the river down the stream. Very short 3 mile hike to see such a beautiful waterfall. It's a little cold hiking late April but once you get down to the fall you'll see the ray of the sunshine glistening for a perfect photo.

We came here to do the waterfall hike. The drive up to the park was nice and there was a $5 entry fee per car. There are a few camp spots and then the parking lot next to some amazing canyon views and trailhead to the two waterfalls. We walked along the edge and to a lookout that was nice before setting off on the trail. Once on the trail, you will come to a fork where you can choose which falls to hike to. Going right will take you to the Hemlock Falls, which is smaller and we were told it was dry that day, so we went left toward Cherokee Falls. The total hike was no more than 30 minutes and we were et with a large swimming hole and a small (because it was summer) falls. We swam around for a bit along with others and then the ranger came to kick everyone out. Apparently, there is a small sign that says you can't swim, but if you time it right, you could be there for hours until a ranger comes.

Cloudland Canyon State Park is a must-see park in Georgia! I came here over the summer and stayed in one of the yurts with my family and I highly recommend this experience! There are tons of hiking trails, 2 beautiful and iconic waterfalls, a fishing pond, and an interactive nature center. I think this place is a great for for anyone because if you are a hiker, no matter what your level, then there is a trail for you. If you are a swimmer or like to relax by water, then the waterfall trail is for you. No matter what kind of camper you are, you will be happy here because they offer primitive campsites, camper sites, and yurts! Since I more of the Glamping type, I stayed in the yurt and it was so much more fun than I expected! It was big enough to sleep 6, had a table, chairs, and book shelves! But most importantly, it had an AC unit! I was not expecting this, so it was a pleasant surprise! In the middle of summer, it was much needed! The outside of the yurt was very accommodating too! It had a grill/fire pit that we used for our dinners and s'more roasting. It had a picnic table where we ate our meals and several chairs that we could lounge on after dinner. We stayed in Yurt 5, which was near the playground and one of the hiking trails. It was a short distance to the bathrooms and showers, which was also a win. Check in was simple at the visitor center and they offered ice and lots of other things you might need. The park was well kept, clean, and had great signage. Everyone should give this park a visit and stay in one of their awesome Yurts!

Wow! I love it here! With recent social distancing times they are limiting the number of cars that can go in. We tried A weekend and they were full both days by 1030am and we had to wait a few hrs for people to leave before going in. It's $5 to get and park. There are semi clean restrooms and well marked maps. There are 2-3 trails and a few waterfalls but be warned LOT of stairs. We did the Sitton gulch trail, which I feel was moderate and very pretty and peaceful. Lots of places to stop and discover. Several waterfall and the two main ones can get crowded even with limits. Go hiking! Bring a hammock and picnic and hangout or get a camping pass. I really loved this place. Definitely going back and will try the rim trail next. Beautiful views and scenery. Don't go if you're out of shape or can't climb a lot stairs (hundreds of stairs- do your homework before going)

We came here for the ridge hike. It was about 5 miles and took us two and a half hours. We initially took a wrong turn when driving in and did not go to the parking lot so, pay attention to the signs. It was then a $5 fee for parking with a ticket that you put in your car to show that you have paid. The bathrooms in the parking lot were fairly clean. This park seems to get very busy around midday therefore go early. The park itself was beautiful and we enjoyed the scenery on the hike.

Beautiful park with beautiful views. The trails are great and they have an awesome disc golf course!!

This was a must do on my birthday road-trip! I literally wouldn't shut up about going to cloudland canyon and it sure did exceed my expectations!!!! Everything was sooo breathtaking!!!! From the trails to the falls!!! We started at 1:20 and ended at 5! We started with Cherokee falls spent a few mins there taking in the scenery and taking photos of course!!! Then made I was to hemlock falls and the best part of this was we was literally the only ones there!!! Now there's a look out to see the scenery but we had to climb down to make our way to the falls! If it wasn't so chilly I'd probably would've enjoyed a little of the water (not aloud) good thing it was cold. I couldn't get over how beautiful it was! Photos does it no justice!!!! Then we finished with Sitton gulch trail which was the longest trail! We did it from start to finish!!! Though it was seemingly easy going down coming back up wasn't as easy! I had to stop a few times just to take a breather and I'm quite fit! So for someone who isn't I'd say maybe don't do the whole hike! Only downside is there's no rest rooms during the whole hike so pace yourself with water intake or just hike behind some rocks and let loss! I'm soo please with this trip! Maybe one day I'll come back and camp for a night!!! Anyone who is looking for a good hiking spot this is it!!!!

Love this park and the walk in camping! It's beautiful and has great hikes with waterfalls and canyons. Prefect family spot!

Sooo cool! This is not a mountain and it isn't high in altitude so the name is kind of misleading but the canyon is incredible! The scenery is amazing and good hikes that will get you some exercise and steps. When you hike down into the canyon there are two waterfalls. Cherokee and hemlock are the trail names. We did both and I suggest you do the same but if you can only do one I honk Cherokee is more beautiful. When we went the interpretive center was not opened. I look forward to going back when it is open. It was a really fun time! There are cabins and yurts for rent. I would love to do that another time!

We camped here in Site #16. This is in the Western rim campground. I highly suggest the western rim campground! The sites are shaded and very large! We had room for our 30 ft trailer. An area for 5 hammocks and enough room for 10 camp chairs. We had family camping next door in another site. The Eastern rim campground is not very shaded and is more tight. The Eastern rim is near the day use area and the overlook, disc golf, fishing, etc. The Eastern rim would be more appropriately you needed to use a satellite. My parents stayed in a yurt and were very happy with it. The cottages are located in two areas. 1-5 are near the day use area and you will have lots of hikers hiking out your back door. The other cottages are located on the western rim and would be less crowded during day use hours. They would be near a trail also but not the high populated trail.

The trails are great. The canyon overlook views are beautiful. The West Rim campground loop looks new and expanding. Sites are shaded and somewhat private. Our site (46) was level. Did flood a little with the rain. Picnic table, grill and fire pit are setup 2 wooden steps down on a lower platform. The bathrooms are new and clean.

Great camping and hiking. Beautiful water falls !A rare Gem! There was very few people on the trails.

Highly recommend! Took my family on a Thursday afternoon. Drove from right outside Atlanta. It took a little less than 2 hrs to get there. To be perfectly honest, it's in a part of GA that is not the most inclusive, however, we didn't have any issues and people were friendly for the most part. The views were gorgeous and we did the Sitton's Gulch Trail which was 5.1 miles. We had NO intention on doing that much walking but we got carried away on the Waterfall Trail and kept walking until we got to the end which was a bit anticlimactic (another parking lot) but the views along the way were great. I would definitely go again and do the Rim trail that's supposed to have great mountaintop views.

Cloudland Canyon State Park in Rising Fawn is an awesome state park that has plenty of scenic and panoramic view of mountains and canyons along with really cool trails for hiking. This park is well maintained and has much to offer to be in the middle of nature for hiking in the mountains and waterfalls. This park is easy to access and get right in the middle of everything and choose your adventure from there. They are well worth a visit for a memorable experience.

The best park in all of GA in my opinion. I have been during almost every season to hike and camp here! It is a favorite spot of mine where I can enjoy it with my partner and pup! I highly recommend seeing this beautiful place.

Cloudland Canyon is a hidden gem in North Georgia. Honestly. This is one of the coolest state parks I've been too. Come after a good rain, see the waterfalls!

Beautiful,stunning ... close to Hawaii waterfall views you just need a little more bug spray If hiking in late afternoon.

Cloudland Canyon State Park was established in 1938. It encompasses 4,388 acres and is on the western edge of Lookout Mountain in northwest Georgia. Admission is $5 per vehicle so it doesn't matter how many people you bring. Once here, you want to drive to the Interpretive Center and Visitors Center and parking area. Display the parking pass that you got at the ranger station on your rear view mirror. Study the map they gave you and decide which scenery or outdoors activity you would like to see. The outdoor activities to be enjoyed here are; hiking to waterfalls, hiking trails, picnics, camping, RVing and walking. Some of the great scenery to be had of the great outdoors here are; canyons, dense forests, cascades, wildlife, caves and rocky terrains and boulders. There's also grills so you can grill out if you like. Personally: I have lived within one hours drive of here and have never heard of this park until about a week ago when I saw a Yelp friend check into it. I then started doing my research on this park. So, I book marked it and therefore, started making plans to come here with a friend within 7 days. The outdoor activity I decided to see here was to hike to Cherokee Falls. It only took less than 30 minutes to walk this trail up to the waterfall. Once there, it was very worth seeing this big waterfall. It was absolutely amazing. It was kind a strenuous but if I can do it, anyone can. One very important note, don't forget your camera. You will want to take pictures.

Lot of beautiful trails to hike or run. It is full of waterfalls and beautiful sites! Freebie golf and picnic areas to enjoy the day outside.

Ha! Don't judge one of the trails as being super easy since it was only 1 mile. It was 1 mile of the worst since it was categorized as strenuous. Yeah. The bf didn't feel to dismiss to me the latter part. -_- The waterfalls were dry since GA did not have much rain this summer. The overlook areas were beautiful to admire though. The guide with the ranger was informational and made me appreciate nature's beauty much more. You can check the free guide times on their Website. Admission fees to the park was $5 to park.

Dear aspiring hippy and wanderlust-er, Cloudland Canyon should rank on your Top Ten Georgia Trails I Must Hike list, and don't bother arguing with me. Two gorgeous waterfalls (Cherokee and Hemlock) encompassed in a manageable seven-mile loop that oversees one gigantic Georgia canyon and its sprawling, colorful trees? GTFO. I didn't even mention the fact that I had phone service throughout my entire hike, too. And I have T-Mobile. (lol.) In addition to burning only God knows how many calories (it's 500), our crew of hiking banditos enjoyed the gift that was Cherokee Falls, the better of the two, supposedly. It's about 60 feet tall and descends into a pristine pool of water. The ions released from the rushing water will regenerate you, like when Link visits a fountain fairy. #zeldareference. The West Rim trial offers a somewhat challenging cardio blast, and I'd recommend it to anyone intending to work their precious heart or increase the size of their calves. I'd do it every weekend if I lived in the area. I can't think of a better way to spend $5 (required at their Visitor's Center). And that even includes raunchy times at Clermont Lounge.

Beautiful state park. Great parking and nicely maintained trails. The gift shop was closed due to Covid. Great place to hike with family or friends.

One tends to run out of hyperbolic adjectives when describing Cloudland, it truly is one of the gems in the Georgia State Parks system and a haven for anyone wanting to hike, camp, or just fall in love with nature. Having hiked every trail and visited every campground, it's important to highlight that Cloudland delivers the best views and most beautiful waterfalls with minimal exercise. This is a bit sad for those of us that seek a big payoff to big hikes, but it makes it accessible for people starting out. There are three key highlights: 1. The canyon itself, breathtaking and easily accessible from the parking lot and providing additional views along the West Rim Loop Trail 2. The waterfalls and streams along the first half mile of Sitton's Gulch Trail 3. Sitton's Cave, located at the end of Sitton's Gulch trail but also accessible by car. If you want to enjoy the cave, I highly suggest going with the Georgia Girl Guides (G3 Adventures). Additionally, the Cloudland Connector Trail and the mountain biking trail system around it, to the east of the park, are excellent and provide countless ways to get lost out there without losing accessibility to roads and civilization. Finally, there are the campgrounds. Cloudland has some of the best examples of every type of camping out there: RV/Tent, Walk-in, Backcountry and a Yurt village. All provide easy access to trails, and all have compelling nature around them.

Beautiful and peaceful!!! Had a great time enjoying the views! Wish we would've stayed overnight in the park. Visited the cute little shop and purchased a few trinkets.

My fiancé and I have been wanting to come here for a long time, but we typically wait until the last minute and this place was always booked. Well, we got proactive and booked this campsite in February for Memorial Day weekend. The campsites are given out on a first come, first serve basis, and since we got there around 7pm Friday (check in starts at 1), the West Rim was already full, so we headed towards the East Rim Campsite. We chose site 54 next to the camp hosts, and it ended up being a great site for us! It was close to the bathrooms, which were maintained very well, and also pretty quiet at night. Unfortunately for us, our air mattress had a leak in it, and we got a terrible nights sleep. We had planned on hiking one trail the first day, and the other the next. Instead, we went to Walmart and bought another air mattress and took a nap! After a much better nights rest, we hiked the Sitton Gulch Trail (6mi) in the morning. The first mile is actually the same as the 2mi waterfall hike, so we stopped at the waterfalls first and then continued on. You follow the creek for most of the way, and at the end it turns woodsy. My favorite part was seeing how far deep in the canyon you are, and the ginormous rocks in the creek. There are a lot of stairs on the way back up, so make sure to take plenty of breaks. After having lunch and resting, we went on the west rim hike around 5pm. We practically had the entire trail to ourselves on the busy Memorial Day weekend, so that was awesome! The views from the overlooks here are stunning. Overall, I would definitely come here again! I know a lot people say that the West Rim campground is better, and I can see how the sites are a little more secluded. However, the East Rim was also great and I would recommend it as well. The East Rim campsite is also closer to the main overlook, interpretive center, and the start of the waterfall/Sitton gulch trails. Check this place out...you won't regret it!

Seriously the BEST kept trails in the most beautiful location! My girls and I have hiked here since they were 2 and 3. After eight years of hiking we still go back for more! Trails and views for everyone. The park is kept very clean and the staff is friendly.

The leaves had just begun to change colors and provided a gorgeous view! We hiked to the waterfall, beware of a ton of stairs, but worth every step!

This is a great park. There are a few different trails to choose from. Wonderful views! Dog friendly. Bathrooms were clean. We spent a morning hiking and had a great time. The lawn chairs at the overlook by the pavilion were amazing after climbing the waterfall stairs!

There is a $5 entrance fee and there are a lot of campsites to stay. the trails are well kept and it seems to be a family friendly park. there are restrooms and water supply and dogs are allowed on a leash. The west rim trail is one of the most beautiful ones that I have been.

Cloudland Canyon is my favorite hike! It's not that bad for beginners & the views are stunning. Once you get to the waterfall you can just marvel at it. Amazing. Also, with it being a canyon it's a different feel rather than a mountain.

We thoroughly enjoyed this state park. We stayed in a cabin on site and loved it. We purchased wood from the visitor center and used each night in the fireplace. The cabin was spacious and it says room for 8 but definitely 4 comfortably. We went hiking on the trail to see the Cherokee and Hemlock Falls. I was intimidated by hearing the number of steps (600) but don't let that scare you. The hike on the stairs is not that steep and it's fairly gradual. The steps were a piece of cake compared to Tallulah Gorge. We also went to the Overlook points and got some beautiful pictures. The nearest city is Trenton where you can go for groceries or anything else and it's only like 5 miles back down the mountain. This was definitely a wonderful place to stay. We will go back!