The North Georgia Mountain region offers many waterfalls. One of the most accessible is Helton Creek Falls, located in the Chattahoochee National Forest just north of Neel's Gap on Blood Mountain.
There are actually two falls here, an upper falls that plunges at a sheer angle and is the taller of the two. and a lower falls that is easier to approach and although slightly less spectacular, is still a decent cataract worthy of a visit.
To get there; take U.S. 129 about 12 miles south from Blairsville. Turn left on Helton Creek Falls Road. The road is narrow and is only paved for about a quarter mile, so drive with caution. Continue on the winding gravel forest service road approximately two miles to the parking area.
From there, take the well marked trail only 1/10 of a mile to the Lower Falls, and then an additional 1/10 of a mile to the Upper Falls observation deck.
Nearby attractions include the Blue Ridge Mountains, Vogel State Park, Helen, Georgia, Amicalola Falls State Park and Lodge, Dukes Creek Falls, Desoto Falls, Anna Ruby Falls, Brasstown Bald, Unicoi State Park and Appalachian Trail and Walasi-Yi Center.
Photo: Helton Creek Upper Falls courtesy of North Georgia Photos
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