Join Lester Martin on an incredible day of nature hiking to, and taking pictures of, some of the most well known & popular waterfalls north of Atlanta, GA.
Overview
Escape the hustle & bustle of Atlanta and visit 5 majestic waterfalls of the North Georgia Mountains & the Appalachian National Forest on this full-day (11-12 hours) tour. This private experience handles the driving and delivers you straight to the trailheads of the most iconic waterfalls North Georgia has to offer. You will start the day at Amicolola Falls and end it at Anna Ruby Falls with 3 other beautiful waterfall hikes along the way. The tour includes a mid-day visit (lunch on your own) to the beautiful German town of Helen.
- Tours available late-September through early-June only to ensure adequate water flow over the falls
- Full-day nature-oriented adventure starting from, and returning to, Atlanta, GA
- 5 incredible waterfalls PLUS the cute German town of Helen, GA
- Personal, small-group tour with maximum of 11 attendees
- Wear comfy shoes for the waterfall hikes!
What’s Included?
- Climate-controlled vehicle
- Bottled water
- All park admission fees
- Lunch is NOT included (multiple options available)
Meeting and Pickup
Start and end point
North Springs MARTA rail station (Kiss ‘n Ride pickup area)
7010 Peachtree Dunwoody Rd, Sandy Springs, GA 30328
Explore the train schedules to arrive at the North Springs station 15 minutes before the tour start time. Easy access from ride-share platforms as well as free (single-day) parking if driving. Meet at the Kiss ‘n Ride pickup area at the rear of the main parking deck as shown at the 1:15 mark of the station video.
Start time
7:30 am
Itinerary
1. Amicalola Falls
Visit Georgia’s tallest waterfall which stands at 720 feet. You will start this all downhill hike from the top of the falls. Enjoy the incredible views on one-way 1 mile trail which includes 600 steps (again, all downhill!). You will be picked up at the bottom of the trail near a tranquil reflective pool.
30 minutes – Park admission fee included
2. DeSoto Falls
Legend has it that a piece of armor was found here from DeSoto’s expedition in the mid-1500s. From the trailhead you can visit the 30 foot lower falls and/or the 120 feet high upper falls. Hike lengths are .5 and 2 miles, respectively, or 2.25 miles to see both. The trail is rated as easy to moderate.
60 minutes – Park admission fee included
3. Helton Creek Falls
Hike .6 miles round trip to see 2 beautiful waterfalls on Helton Creek. You will encounter the 35 foot lower falls first and finally the 75 foot upper falls. Don’t forget your camera on this easy to moderate hike.
30 minutes – Park admission fee included
4. German town of Helen
See the charm of Bavaria in the heart of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Helen is a bustling alpine village that will make you feel as though you’ve been transported to the cobblestone streets of historic Germany.
60 minutes – Lunch is NOT provided, but there are multiple options available
5. Dukes Creek Falls
The 2 mile round trip relatively moderate hike is well worth it to see several large, cascading waterfalls that tumble at the convergence of Davis Creek and Dukes Creek. Multiple large wooden viewing platforms offer stunning views of the main attraction; the multi-tiered 150 foot tall drop of Dukes Creek Falls.
90 minutes – Park admission fee included
6. Anna Ruby Falls
You will finish the day on an easy paved trail measuring .9 miles round trip. You will be greeted by a rare tumbling pair of beautiful double waterfalls. Curtis Creek’s waterfall is the larger of the two at 150 feet, but the 50 foot York Creek falls is stunning in its own right. Back at the start of the trail, finish the day buying some mementos of your adventures at the park’s gift shop before we return to Atlanta.
45 minutes – Park admission fee included
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Not stroller accessible
- Near public transportation
- No service animals allowed
- Not recommended for travelers with back problems
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Most travelers can participate
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- Tour will have a maximum of 11 travelers
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 48 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.