Tallulah Gorge State Park

Tallulah Gorge State Park is a must-visit gem in Georgia, offering breathtaking views and a variety of outdoor experiences for just a $5 entry fee. The park features five main lookout points, plus an additional one on the southern rim, providing stunning vistas of the gorge and falls. One highlight is the suspension bridge, which offers panoramic views and a hint of adventure. The hike to the gorge floor is steep and challenging, especially on the return climb, but it’s manageable thanks to well-placed landings for rest breaks. So, there is no need to be in peak shape to enjoy it. The interpretive center (open until 5 PM) adds educational value to your visit. Nearby, visitors can enjoy an adjacent lake with fishing spots, a small beach area for picnics, and access to a campground for longer stays. Whether you're up for a strenuous hike or a relaxing afternoon by the water, Tallulah Gorge State Park delivers a diverse and rewarding outdoor experience.

Great spot, excellent trails, stairs, filled with nature. 🌲 🌊 There are multiple signs indicating how many steps until you reach some area, pay attention as they are very accurate! The hanging bridge is a nice spot for pics as well and to look down to the river! Totally recommended checking it out! The only reason for the 4/5 is because the restrooms were out of service due to some malfunction and also the limited options to soak into the water 😢

This park is definitely a must see. Hiking all around the Gorge was pretty incredible. The suspension bridge is very fun and thrilling to walk on, it's definitely an accomplishment if you do the 1,000 steps. The interpretive center was also pretty cool with a gift shop, and educational exhibits. If you like nature and some good exercise, this is definitely the place!

We had a good time hiking the rim trail. The stairs are definitely a challenge. Suspension bridges are always fun. Decent amount of people but not crowded. Late March, high 60s was just right, I can't imagine how hot it gets. The interpretive center was pretty neat, well done, with a nice balance of history and nature. We especially liked the north side of the park by the beach, the trails out that way didn't have the dramatic views of the gorge but the lake is beautiful and there's a nice easy bike and walking trail that way.

Fun hike with beautiful scenery. I can't say how difficult it would be if the stairs were open that leads to the suspension bridge. My understanding is they close it off later in the day if it's too hot. Unfortunately, I was there later in the day, so was not able to access this part of the hike. So if you want to do it, go early. That being said, without the steps and bridge it was an easier hike with plenty of scenery & views of the falls.

Beautiful park. We truly enjoyed our stay. Our kids loved goin around with their bicycles. The bathrooms were clean. Be aware that this is not a full hookup camping ground. We missed that part. But everything went great. Make sure your kids bring helmets as it is not permitted to ride bycicles without it. Plan to do the hike. It is worth it.

Very nice park! Friendly staff. $5 to enter per vehicle. The visitor center is well worth a visit, there is a gift shop, a taxidermy exhibit and a history exhibit. There are a lot of stairs going down & up to the suspension bridge, hurricane falls & gorge floor which requires a permit for each person, if you are not physically capable of stairs, you can go to overlook #1, #4 &#5. We had to stop at hurricane falls as we didn't get the permit. We didn't accomplish the south rim trail today because the little one (almost 5)couldn't move further, and the old one (9) was suspicious about the stability of the metal stairs 🤣 There is an announcement saying the stairs to the suspension bridge and hurricane falls will be closed at noon due to the extrme temperature, even though it's only 82F at noon today. There is no bathroom except the visitor center & Tallulah falls lake area. I don't know how hot late July or August would be, but right now it is really nice to hike and enjoy water fun!

Unique state park. Lots of hiking and biking opportunities for easy to advanced. The easiest hike is a flat, paved old railroad bed that travels through the forest and back. The mid-level hike traverses uneven surfaces and long stairways leading to gorge overlooks and gorge access. The most challenging hike goes to a sliding rock on the river that you’re sure to have a blast at. The campground is clean and well maintained. Most sites are close together. There is a clean swimming beach that is across the main road and would be easiest to reach by vehicle. This same lake also provides padding access. Backcountry campsites are also available here.

Tallulah Gorge State Park is a 2,689-acre Georgia state park adjacent to Tallulah Falls, Georgia, along the county line between Rabun and Habersham Counties. The park surrounds Tallulah Gorge, a 1,000-foot deep gorge formed by the action of the Tallulah River, which runs along the floor of the gorge. Service options here are picnic tables available, has barbecue grill and it's dogs friendly. One of the most spectacular canyons in the eastern U.S., Tallulah Gorge is two miles long and nearly 1,000 feet deep. Visitors can hike rim trails to several overlooks, or they can obtain a permit to hike to the gorge floor (100 per day, not available during water releases). A suspension bridge sways 80 feet above the rocky bottom, providing spectacular views of the river and waterfalls. $5 parking fee or an Annual ParkPass is required for each vehicle. The park offers a range of trails, from easy rim walks to the more challenging trek down into the gorge floor. Permits are required for gorge floor access, but the effort is well worth it as you can get up close to the waterfalls, including the famous Hurricane Falls. Approximately 2 miles, round-trip Mulched with metal stairs, Rated difficult. This trail has a total of 1,099 stairs (including staircase to gorge floor). Please do not attempt this trail if you have any known health condition. The North and South Rim Trails consist of 3 miles round- trip which will take approximately 2 hours to hike. It is a mulched trail with exposed roots that is a leisurely walk. From the Interpretive Center there is a recycled rubber tire trail that accesses Overlooks 2 and 3. Overall had a great experience.

I'm not going to lie to you, the hike back up those stairs from the suspension bridge was ROUGH. Luckily there's multiple stops to take a rest brake. They tell you it's steep and 312 steps down and then back up doesn't really - sound - like a lot, but it is. Oof I was feeling it and I kepti feeling it, especially the day after but the view is beautiful. Especially in the fall with all the leaves. Don't come during the summer you may die with that hike up the stairs.

This was an unexpected twist we decided to stop here since our original plans fell through. The park was packed so parking was a challenge. Once we found parking we met some friends and proceeded on our journey. It really felt like we went through the meadow, through some woods, and over a bridge well we did go over a bridge then 680 stairs down to the waterfall which was easy ....but climbing those same 680 stairs back to the top and it was a hot day! I'm so glad I packed frozen bottled water because it was melted and still cold when I went for it! Amazing experience the waterfall was breathtaking! Also, there is a nice exhibit on the inside of the facility. Check out my video and until next time SYOY!

Seeing the Tallulah Falls was great. Getting there and back was brutal.1000 steps down to gorge and 1000 more steps back was more than "strenuous". My legs are still numb two days later. There needs to be an easier way to see the falls than this outdated, old school solution. Additionally, there was a older, skinny park ranger with white/gray hair in the gift shop who had a nasty attitude and wasn't helpful at all. When I asked the best way to get to the falls, he responded, "The gates close at 5:30pm. You better figure it out". That was complete misinformation he gave. The gates weren't closed at 5:30pm because campers were still coming in. Because of his misinformation, my family and I tried to rush back up the stairs, for fear of getting locked in for the night. We arrived at our car unnecessarily exhausted because of this nasty jerk. He should be fired immediately if he has no interest to helping park visitors. He was working on Thursday, 1/9/2025 in the vistor's center when it was closing at 5pm. The other ranger who he relieved was helpful and friendly, as a park ranger should be.

Such a beautiful park with gorgeous hikes! The best part is that maps are provided and very clear instructions and signs throughout the way. The notorious staircase was closed due to a kayaking event but the other viewpoints looking down into the gorge are beautiful as well.

Very clean and educational center with a shop to get souvenirs. I brought my child here to see the gorge and we popped in to use the restrooms and get situated. There was lots of people here Memorial Day weekend. There are 1099 stairs as learned from park manager Merz.

DH and I took an impromptu trip to Tallulah Gorge State Park on our drive back from Tennessee. Our "return to the scene of the crime", if you would. I was dressed for a road-trip, not a hike, so I stayed at the higher overlook. DH climbed down the 700 steps to the gorge. Support your state parks and wild spaces.

This park is built around a hydroelectric dam, and represents one of the best examples of such development I've seen. While it seemed that one might be able to walk in from the nearby town without paying the $5 Georgia state parks fee, I had no compunction about laying down some cash. The infrastructure was excellent overall, with abundant parking, an atmospheric visitor center, and extensive trails, overlooks, and a majestic suspension bridge allowing pedestrians to cross the gorge. Some kind of permit system for going down to the river was in effect, presumably because they want to keep track of everyone in case of flooding, but I didn't have time to do all that. Things weren't perfect; notably the sound in the visitor center's theater didn't work and the water stations that I was amazed they built down in the gorge didn't work either, but I carried plenty of water with me. The aesthetics were quite magnificent, the workout substantial, and while I'm no naturalist, it would be hard to argue that in the process of producing hydroelectric power, this valley has lost its value.

The entrance fee to the park is $5 cash as parking fee, no credit card is accepted. Tourists usually walk from the north rim of the interpretive center to the bottom of the valley, cross the suspension bridge, and then climb up from the south rim to take a loop, so-called Rim to Rim. The difficulty is that you have to go up and down 620 steps. I've seen people have difficult halfway, so there is a warning sign at the starting point marked it as strenuous . It's actually not that hard as it sounds, for those who exercise regularly won't have a problem. Something unexpected happened today. Since I have been to this place many times, so I went down to the suspension bridge at the bottom of the valley directly. However, someone blocked the walk up stairs to the south rim. When I asked, I found out that now is the 10-day white water rafting season. The stairs at the southern rim are opened only to white water rafters, allowing them to carry their kayaks down the stairs to the starting point of the rapids. I was told that more than 290 people were rafting yesterday, so tourists could only go back the same way. After going back up, I still insisted on walking to the south rim to see these rafters. It looks like these enthusiasts is so happy that it feels like a rafters festival, some one even did it twice or three times today. According to some of them, the rapids level here is 3 to 4, and may reach level 5. Outlook 9 is best spot to look, I could clearly see how they entered the rapids, it is fun just watching them.

Well talk about an adventure, ‍ We got here early as there are a limited amount of passes given out to do the gorge hike. When we got there and checked in, there was a brief orientation outlining the hike as the trail isn't marked. Once we got out and began the trail, we descended down a wooden bridge/pathway taking us into the gorge. At the bottom you are required to jump across rocks in the river to cross and continue down the trail. At one end of the trail there's an a spot to slide down and swim if you want! The water was cold but was definitely worth it. There may be times on this trail where it's easier to just cross through the river rather than jumping rocks. On the way back there's a steep climb to get out of the gorge that is quite strenuous. Overall, the total hike took about 4 hours and was quite difficult. Make sure to stay hydrated, be prepared to get wet, and bring your swim gear and towels if you want to take a dip.

Such a fun, kid and dog friendly hike! We enjoyed the views and the fresh air. There are different hikes you can choose from but we chose the easiest one for the sake of our toddler. There were parts of the trail where we couldn't take our dog which was the staircase leading to the water. However, the only thing we did not like about it was the trails are not a loop. So you have to turn back around and take the exact same trail to the starting point. There's also a part of the trail where you have to come in contact with a sidewalk that's literally right next to the highway, on the bridge. Super dangerous because cars are flyingggg. It wasn't the best hike we've tried but it's another state park marked off our list. To add: The park's welcome center was pretty cool. Has a typical gift shop with souvenirs. The rest of it is like a mini museum. Has a bunch of animal replicas, history, and so much more.

I've been to Tallulah Gorge State Park twice and I've loved the experience both times! If you want to see the waterfall face to face prepare for 1,099 stairs roundtrip. My legs were shaking when I got to the bottom, but it was worth it. I especially loved the bridge and all the view points that you can hike/walk to. The views are AMAZING. It definitely feels and looks like you are somewhere other than the mountains of Georgia.

We didn't go all the way to the floor, but it is a very deep and beautiful gorge. The weather was perfect. I felt like this was less of a hike and more of a stair-master workout since most of the actual hike was on stairs or prepared surfaces. This is convenient, still strenuous, but not the hike we had in mind. The crossing the bridge part, on the busy highway, was confusing. Parking is very good, like a business. Generally, the facility is very modern and clean; there is even a gift shop! Easy to get to, but we were looking for a more rustic hike. Still, it was beautiful and we did get a work out.

A great and very well maintained state park with multiple options for the whole family! Seasoned hikers and newbies alike will find comfortable trails throughout the park. The visitor center is very welcoming and well curated too, including a movie running every thirty minutes on the ground floor. There are limited permits for specific trails, so come early to reserve if possible!

This was our second visit in two years. In 2019, in October, it was cooler and crowded. We climbed the 317 steps to the falls and it almost killed us. This time, it was warmer, and no crowds. We simply walked the well maintained trails to see several of the dam overlooks, and take pictures. No stairs! Admission to this GA state park was $5. Two years ago, in the Interpretive Center's gift shop, I splurged on a pink tee shirt declaring that I survived the steps to the falls. The gift shop is still open, and items within are tempting. I did not succumb. I looked, and did not buy anything. But I wanted, too. The exhibits are informative and interesting. The staff is friendly and helpful. If you need to use the bathrooms, they are clean and well maintained. The Center is ADA compliant with ramps & an elevator. During Delta variant of CoVid, masks are recommended in crowded areas.

Great Hikes, for the most popular one you have to be there extra early like 6am . We got there right when they opened and still missed out to get tickets. They had already ran out. Crazy. The beach they advertise is terrible. Nobody was there it was dead and the water looked scary.

This was my first time visiting and boy was it an adventure! A friend of mine had told me about the Gorge Floor Access, which you need a permit to access. Only 100 permits are given out a day (at the Visitor's Center) so I woke up early in hopes of securing one. Thankfully I was able to get one and although this hike is only between 2-3 miles, it was one of the most challenging hikes I've ever done (but also most unique). You start from behind the Visitor's Center and head down the stairs to the suspension bridge. That was pretty cool to walk across. Then you continue down until you reach the section where it's required to have a permit to enter. You have to scramble across these rocks at the very beginning. It's a lot harder than it looks since the rocks are really slippery from the water. I saw a few people slip and fall in the water. Slowly, but surely - I finally made it to the main attraction - Sliding Rock. It's a natural water slide, so wear a sturdy swim suit! It was a lot of fun going down the slide multiple times. It's pretty deep at the end (I'm 5'6" and couldn't touch the bottom right away) so I would say you'd have to be a good swimmer to safely go down. Tips for this specific hike: - Don't bring a hiking stick with you. You're going to need both your hands. For a majority of the time, you're either bear crawling, crab crawling, or literally scooting on your butt. - No flip flops or Crocs are allowed on this hike, but Chacos (and similar) are. I personally wore my Chacos and I'm glad I did as I didn't have to take them off when crossing water. People did wear hiking boots though; they just took them off when crossing water. - Bring a first aid kit. I saw some pretty nasty falls. Better to have it and not need it, than the other way around. - Bring a change of clothes and leave them in your car. After the hike, my clothes were wet (from water and sweat) and really dirty (from sitting - Pack lots of water and snacks/lunch. They recommend you bring at least 4x16 oz water bottles per person for this hike.

Stayed two days at the campground here. The campground is nice and quite and central. Staff is friendly and helpful. North and south rim trails accessible from the campground by foot and plenty of hiking if you plan on doing both trails. Lots of cool photo opportunity but lots of stairs, bring water!!!

Wow!! What an amazing gorge. Definitely worth the 1122 stairs to the bottom and back up. Awesome waterfalls and foliage. If you're in NE Georgia you definitely need to stop here.

I needed a really good hike and googled up a few places to go hiking at. I came across this park and it was only 1 hour 20mins drive! 5.00$ for day parking. Lots and lots of stairs but so worth it! And the views!! I definitely recommend!

This is HANDS DOWN one of the most gorgeous state parks that I've ever been to! If you have the opportunity to come and visit, please do! A few months ago, someone shared their hiking experience of the gorge and I was instantly interested and planned a visit for a few months later. The gorge is conveniently 20 minutes away from Clarksville, GA for those out of towners like me. Upon arrival to the park, you'll arrive at a booth to pay for admission to the park. It costs $5 to park which is nothing for the experience that you will gain and the views that you will take in! There is amble space to park and there is even a gift shop and small museum if that interests you. There is a state park program where your kiddos can take an oath and become junior rangers. I happened to come across this path at the gift store and it was the cutest. There is also maps in this area which were really helpful! Now for the best part-the hike! I will warn in advance, this hike is entirely stairs. Basically an extreme stair stepper! I don't hike mountains often but I would call myself a pretty fit person and this hike was challenging. But anyways, start your hike as early as possible and begin your descent into the gorge. Thankfully the stairs have multiple platforms where you can stop for a rest. Once you reach the bottom, there is the cutest bridge before you begin the hike back to the top. If stairs aren't for you, don't worry. There is a loop around the gorge that has multiple viewing points. Make sure to go to each of these. They each have different but amazing views. All in all, a 10/10 experience!

This is our special place, especially in the winter. Yet now a days it's everyone special place. We love coming in the winter because 1. There not as many people 2. The ice is magical around the North Rim 3. The gorge water fall around the snow is a sight to see This is a state park so it's $5 for standard cars, SUV's and trucks. I'm not sure how much buses or RV's. You can also get a year pass for $139. There many trails, but the most popular are the North and South rim trails around the gorge. There are 10 look outs around the trail to see the water fall and inside the gorge in different parts of the trail. You will have to cross over the highway on the sidewalk to access each end of the trial. If you are up to it, there are trails into the gorge 1. Using steps down and up and 2. Permit needed to rope climb down the gorge. The gorge is approximately 45° so it's not for the faint of heart. You will need to be prepared with water, time and stamina. In the middle of the stairs in a tension bridge that runs right over the falls. It's the tourist spot of the park. There are a lot of visitors here on holidays and good weather, so be aware. During covid they restrict the number of visitors but on 12/27, it seemed they didn't and there were a lot of people.

So much to see at Tallulah Gorge site great vantage points for young and old carry a water with you

We came at 11:00 am on Tuesday, December 22, 2020. The weather was beautiful! It wasn't too crowded at all. I wish we had come when the leaves were changing colors! Tip: Come during the week in the fall if you're able. We got an envelope after the parking entrance. Put the hanging tag on your rearview mirror, with the day you're visiting punched out, and put the envelope with the $5 in the collection box. We used the bathrooms, which were actually decent! They had toilet paper and soap! We started at the North Rim Trail to the right of the interpretive center, if you're facing the interpretive center. We saw Overlooks 1-3, then went down the steps to the bridge. We crossed the bridge and went down and to the left. Then we went back up the stairs and started on the South Rim Trail. From there, we turned left for Overlooks 8-10. Then we turned around, walked next to the highway (weird) and looped back around to where we started. Those stairs ain't no joke. It was rough and I had to pause numerous times to catch my breath. This hike is not for the faint of heart! The part we did was less of a hike and more of stairs. Still a great workout! We ended with lunch at the wooden picnic tables. We had certainly worked up our appetites! Tip: Pack a PB&J sandwich or snacks for during/after your hike. The tables were clean and had trash cans right next to them. We left at 12:50 pm. In all, bathroom break, hike, and lunch took a little less than 2 hours. It's a great day trip! I recommend!

Nice place to go for a hike, picnic, and it's a plus you can take you fur baby! The view is amazing- dogs cant go down to the waterfall stairs!

The lady giving out the passes was very rude and horrible. Not reasonable and it seemed like the had a little bit of power and ran with it. Totally bitch.

Excellent park with a beach for swimming, hiking, kayaking, white water rafting, an interpretive center, and camping! The views are breathtaking!! We locals love The Shortline Trail for daily walks. It's a paved, flat walking trail through the woods alongside the Tallulah River! Kids can skate or bike along the trail while parents walk. I have seen all kinds of wildlife while walking: birds, fish, squirrels, turtles and once a Wild turkey flew right above my head! There is parking right beside the trail on both ends. I believe it's a 2 mile hike if you start and go to the end and then back. But there are ways to cut off earlier if you can't make it. Oh and you'll see a beautiful river, waterfalls, whitewater, calm wading areas plus you'll cross a suspension bridge! The park has activities all the time for visitors and locals. Don't miss the chance to see the waterfall under the bridge on "water release days!"

When I think of Georgia, I'll admit gorges and hiking trails are not the first things that come to mind. But this State Park dispels all those assumptions and is probably one of the most scenic trails I have been on in the South East. The gorge itself stretches about two miles and cascades over rock formations, creating the name Tallulah Falls. Whether looking down from the rim or up from the recesses of the floor, the nature itself within the park is a sight to behold. The hike is pretty manageable--just watch out for the multiple stairs-- as the paths are distinctly marked. I think it took me and my friend a total of 3 hours to walk all the paths. Maybe next time we will try and obtain a permit so that we can access the gorge floor.

Amazing to see the gorge in person. Pictures do it no justice. Very difficult trails if you do them all. Not a great place for children, but amazing nonetheless. Trails could be marked better to and from Sliding Rocks for the portion you need a permit for. Also, very dangerous and slippery, that is not an exaggeration.

What a beautiful park to camp in or just visit for the day, like most do. This is a vast natural area that has more than I could of imagined when booking a few days during a recent visit to the area. The camping area is lined with nice shaded pull-through site that can easily fit the largest Class A Motor Coaches, although maneuvering the narrow winding road to access them is the most challenging but with a little patience and an alert co-pilot it possibles. The amenities don't include full hooks up but there's plenty of fresh water and up to 50 amp of electric service, there is also a dump station at the exit of the park. It's quite hilly so wear some comfortable footwear and bring plenty of bottled water if you're planning to hike or bike. The gorge is absolutely amazing but the stairs are counted by the hundreds so be prepared, getting there is an adventure in its own right but returning is like climbing Everest only with handrails lol. There are some equally amazing bike trails (wear your helmets) and be prepared to navigate some steep grades, fortunately we have electric pedal assist bikes and these proved to be worth every cent we paid for them, the steepest of grades felt no more strenuously than pedaling on the flattest of surfaces. Our bikes have disc brakes and I never really appreciated them as much as I did here, the declivity although not exhaustive as the ascend but are extremely dangerous, if you don't have the ability to scrub lots speed off repeatedly you're in real trouble these downhill grade are so fun when your every move is controlled I can only imagine the problem one would have with equipment not designed for this type of riding these four and a half inch fat tires proved their worth today. Besides the infamous gorge there's a beach, plenty of hiking trails, a suspension bridge, water falls and many things to do close by and outside the park. There are a few great restaurants and the Town of Helen is less than 20 miles if you've never been there. I'd definitely stay here again, it's just unfortunate they don't have full hookup or I'd consider spending a week here, it's very peaceful and this part of Georgia just a few mile from the North Carolina state line is absolutely beautiful I'd recommend it if the opportunity presents itself...

Great state park with great trails of all levels! I enjoyed how you could pick your stopping point or challenge yourself. Nice parking and gift shop!

We came here on a weekender upon one of the first snowy dusting of 2020. The visitor center and the stair case leading down to the bottom of the gorge was so much fun and breathtaking. The gorge probably gets much more water other times of the year. The history of the natives and industry that lined the river was fascinating. We look forward to visiting during the summer and swimming in the nearby lake. Our Junior Ranger earned another wooden pin as she recited the Jr Ranger Pledge in front of the State Park Ranger.

Great place for a hike. Best in the fall and spring. Hike to the bottom of the gorge on the stairs.

Great views and workout! There are lots and lots of steps that are very well maintained! Love the swing bridge! Take water with you!

Tallulah Gorge is a MUST visit if you have a free day and live in the Atlanta area. Not only will you get to experience a beautiful environment you'll also get the work out of a lifetime lol. The gorge has two areas: 1. Gorge level where you take what feels like a million stairs down to be right at the floor level of the gorge and waterfalls. On the way down you'll of course see each level of the falls. However, area 2. Is above gorge level. 900ft to be exact! Lol it's a decent steepness going up. But not as bad as coming up those steps lol. Once you get up top it's beautiful and everything that at once was so large is now so small. I highly recommend water, snack, good walking shoes and a buddy to motivate you through the trail. Also, beware of the spring/summer outdoor friends (birds, rodents, and reptiles) that are around. Please remember to respect them as we're in their habitat!

I stopped here on a day trip. Me and one more. We enjoyed our time here. There is many things to do here. There was a food truck as well, when we were there. I went on a Sunday and it wasn't really crowded. However, it was steady. The wildlife is awesome. The first two viewing points are really close from the trail starting point. With a very smooth walking surface. There is others but I didn't go to them. The two that I stopped at showed a water fall and many rocks. I recommend taking water, bug spray, and anything else you need for comfort during the summer. I went in June. There is also a visitor center that has an abundance of information. It also has a museum basically. The restrooms were clean.

Out of all the state parks we visited on this trip, this one was my favorite...The scenery was gorgeous, there were 10 overlooks, with lots of stairs (metal bars-see thru) n a suspension bridge (not too scary lol) We packed a picnic n ate at the picnic table near the visitor center before going on our hiking adventure...I'm afraid of heights but it was definitely with it My legs were sore the next day, it was a great work out...N I would love to come back in fall to see all the beautiful colors :)

As a solid option for various levels of effort, and all the way to bottom and back is real effort, there is something for everyone in family to do.

Amazing place everything was so beautiful! we stayed at the coolest tiny home near here: airb&b Tinyhome & tipi near lake hartwell

Oh my gorge! This place is (should I say it?) gorge-ous. Easily accessible, and a nice simple walk for families with kids to the popular viewing overlook areas (1,2,3). Deepest gorge on the east coast from what they claim, and I believe it. Karl Wallenda crossed it on a high-wire back in 1970, as you can read about near one of the lookouts. The old tower is still there, although laying on the ground, with a plaque honoring is conquest. Definitely worth a visit and a walk around the park. If you're up for it, there's a suspension bridge way down in the gorge, but getting to it isn't the hard part ... it's walking back up to the visitors center once you're done that'll do you in. Enjoy!

One word. Stairs. This park is jam packed with thigh, hamstrings, calves and ankle workout. Love it! It's all stairs all over the park and you can't avoid it at all cost. The park is well maintained. Bring snacks and water. Temperature rises as you get tired from the stairs. Get a map at the visitor center or download the map offline on google so that you will not get lost like the people I know.. -.- All in all, experience was great! Saw some falls and bridges and it was fun and exhilarating!

I been wanting to come here for a nice scenic hike. This trail was rated pretty hard by AtlantaTrails.com. I was just curious how hard it was. Boy, did I find out. Parking is $5 per car and the parking lot is very limited as you may have to create a parking spot. The welcome center(trail head) was very nice. It had nice clean bathrooms, gift shop, and exhibit of stuffed animals that inhabit the area. Now, for the trail itself. You start going down a bunch of stairs. There are signs saying you need to be in good health to be able to continue on the stairs. And I definitely agree. Make sure you wear some comfortable running/hiking shoes with some grip. For all the super out of shape people, its going to be super tough for you. I suggest you hydrate the night before as you will be sweating a ton especially you go in the summer time. While going down the stairs, I was already feeling my upper thigh muscles. The first set of steps leads you to the nice suspension bridge will a beautiful view below. I myself don't like heights too much, so I crossed the bridge fast. LOL The trail then takes you another smaller series of steps to gorge bottom. Your not allowed to the very bottom unless you have a permit. (I believe they only allow 100 permits per day) Not sure why they do this. Here is when the fun starts! You have to climb the steps you just came from where the suspension bridge was. My calves and thighs started to burn. Your going to burn some serious calories on this hike. I recommend a small backpack with bottle water. They do have water dispensers through the trail which is very very nice. Once you get to the level where the suspension bridge is. You have 2 options. You can go back over the bridge and climb the super long serious of steps or you can climb a new series of steps which was super long too. I chose for the new series of steps. This is probably the most challenging part. I had to rest approximately 3-4 times and your calves and thighs are burning on every climb. LOL This is way worse than running 3 miles. On a side note, I probably shouldn't of jogged 2.6 miles prior to this hike. LOL Once you reach the top of stairs, your in a nice wooded relaxing trail where it leads to an overlook then to the road where you walk across the bridge on the side of a busy highway. I will say this, as far as safetly, I didn't like cars passing by me going 60-70 mph with a small curb separating me and the cars from running me over. I wish they would make a nice guard rail or walkway where its safer for hikers to walk across the bridge. Once over the bridge, the trail continues below on the side where you can take a right to the their beaches or continue back where it takes you to the visitor center. I believe AtlantaTrail.com stated that its approximately a 2.2 mile hike. But with the number of stairs, its very strenuous. I will say this, my iPhone stated that this day was the most steps I ever had in a day from this hike. After this hike, you need to treat yourself to a nice meal because you deserved it!

The state park is well maintained and clean. The paths are wide and look like they had been recently mulched and updated (love that the park uses recycled tires!). We took the Tallulah Gorge stairs. If you do not like the StairMaster, you will not like this hike. It is straight down and although the stairs are well made and steady with frequent rest areas. The day we went, it was crowded but we never felt overly so. The swinging bridge was nice and well maintained. The waterfall was zen-like and beautiful. The only downside was that someone had left their trash on a rock in the middle of the gorge (please pick up after yourself!!!) It was too far out for us to get in the water and take it out with us. It did not spoil the experience, however. Note there is not a walkaround or another way out of the gorge - what goes down must come up - and it's a workout! We did the hike in about 1 hour, 20 minutes. We made sure to rest when we needed to catch our breath and not compete with each other. Warning: on our way back up, we saw two people who were being tended to by healthcare and taken out by ambulance. Do stop by their gift shop and get your I survived the 1099 steps tee-shirt!! The Park does provide a couple of warnings regarding the difficulty of the stairs ... there are alternative sites to enjoy the natural beauty of the park and the waterfalls. Kudos to all who maintain this Park. It's clean and well-cared for.

This is a great state park with some really good hiking not too far away from Atlanta. The first time we went, we stayed in a cute cabin near by and unfortunately, it was really foggy, so the views weren't as good. We came back for a day trip from Greenville this year and had great weather! Both times we did the Hurricane Falls Loop which is really awesome. There are a ton of stairs to get down and a suspension bridge to cross. You get to see two different falls on this trail. The first is before you get to the stairs and the second is at the bottom of all the stairs. After seeing the falls, you can walk back on the other side of the gorge for some more pretty views. I also recommend driving up to the scenic viewpoint. The view from above the gorge up there is amazing. There are great colors in the fall too. I definitely recommend coming here for some good hiking and great views!

Tallulah Gorge State Park is absolutely Gorge....ous!! If you are ever in North Georgia, I highly recommend you put this place on your to do list. There are plenty of things to do such as hiking, biking, picnicking, swimming, fishing, camping, educational programs, interpretive programs, rock climbing... the list goes on. There are a small handful of various trails that make up about 20 miles of great hiking. The hurricane Falls Loop is approximately 2 miles round-trip. You will walk along mulched areas and metal stairs. This trail has a total of 1099 stairs including the staircase to the gorge floor. We did all 1099 steps and it was worth it! We saw breath taking views of the waterfall, gorge, trees and fall leaves. We crossed over the suspension bridge ooo'd and ahh'd our way through the trees. While this may be the most popular hike there are a handful others that will take you rim to rim and loop you around. If you want to go into the gorge or sliding rock during your hike, you'll need a permit. These permits are not giving out every day so you'll have to check their Facebook page and or check in at the visitor center prior to going. The gorge was closed the day we were there but that didn't stop us from seeing everything else. Bring snacks and sunscreen and make a day of it or stay a little longer and rest in the campsite area. Leashes dogs are allowed on some parts, not all. So be sure to check the website for details. North Georgia has many gems to see. Put Tallulah on your list and you won't be disappointed!

Lots of water & beautiful scenery. There is a very old dam, lots of stairs, and a fun suspension bridge. I recommend going in early November! The leaves are indubitably beautiful & kayakers come during this time so you can watch them go down the rapids. They also have a quaint gift shop. Very fun & beautiful experience!

Had a great time. Make sure to come ready to climb lots of stairs if you want to make it down to the gorge.

A must-see if you find yourself in the area. Make it a day and explore all of it! I've been coming here since I was potty trained and it's remained as beautiful as ever.

This place is gorgeous! If you love hiking, you have to go. It's beautiful year round with plenty of trees and waterfall view points. Definitely be prepared for the activity though because it's more stairs than amicola (sp?) So it's no joke. If you have trouble with stairs or long walking, don't do it. I think we took 7000 stairs, not steps but stairs. The views are truly breathtaking though so perfect for dates, groups, photography, relaxing. I forgot to keep all the photos on my new phone so I only have one good one but it's worth the trip, I promise. There's plenty of parking so don't worry about that. I don't advise going during snow or rain as it'll be slippery & you might get hurt or stuck. The place is huge so be sure to ask a park ranger for help if you're lost!