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Amicalola Falls Loop via Creek Trail and East Ridge Trail in Amicalola Falls State Park

The Amicalola Falls Loop is a captivating hike offering a mix of natural beauty and a moderate challenge. Starting along a bubbling creek, the trail leads to the park's famed waterfall, with cascading views, lush surroundings, and 600 steps that ascend toward the falls' summit​. Hikers can also enjoy expansive vistas of the Appalachian foothills, with the East Ridge Trail providing sweeping mountain views as it winds its way to the top. #Hiking #Loop #Waterfall #Mountain #River #Forest #Nature

  • Distance: 3.4 Km
  • Elevation gain: 265 m
  • Maximum elevation: 779 m
  • Elevation loss: 261 m
  • Minimum elevation: 549 m
  • Moving time: 1 h 11 m
  • Moving speed: 2.9 Km/h
  • Maximum speed: 6.0 Km/h
  • Total time: 1 h 19 m
  • Global speed: 2.6 Km/h

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  • Distance: 3.4 Km
  • Elevation gain: 265 m
  • Maximum elevation: 779 m
  • Elevation loss: 261 m
  • Minimum elevation: 549 m
  • Moving time: 1 h 11 m
  • Moving speed: 2.9 Km/h
  • Maximum speed: 6.0 Km/h
  • Total time: 1 h 19 m
  • Global speed: 2.6 Km/h

About this trail

Name: Amicalola Falls Loop via Creek Trail and East Ridge Trail in Amicalola Falls State Park trail, distance, elevation, map, profile, GPS track

Start: Top of the Falls Road, Amicalola, Dawson County, Georgia, United States (34.55822 -84.24992)

End: Visitor's Center, East Ridge Trail, Amicalola, Dawson County, Georgia, United States (34.55779 -84.24936)

Coordinates: 34.55734 -84.25026 34.56750 -84.24345

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Amicalola Falls Loop via Creek Trail and East Ridge Trail in Amicalola Falls State Park

United States > Georgia > Dawson County > Amicalola

The Amicalola Falls Loop offers hikers a diverse experience through Georgia's natural beauty. The Creek Trail leads to the base of the 729-foot Amicalola Falls, providing close-up views of the cascading water and the surrounding lush forest. Ascending the East Ridge Trail, hikers are treated to panoramic…

Distance: 3.3 Km • Elevation gain: 255 m • Maximum elevation: 778 m

Springer Mountain Loop

United States > Georgia > Dawson County > Amicalola

Loop hike from Stone Arch to Springer Mountain via East Ridge Trail, Appalachian Approach Trail, Len Foote Trail and Len Foote Hike Inn in the Amicalola Falls State Park and the Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forest. #Hiking #Loop #Mountain #Nature #Forest #Park

Distance: 25.2 Km • Elevation gain: 1,218 m • Maximum elevation: 1,136 m

Gear up for your next adventure:

🪑Insulated Seat Pad - Protect your seat from cold rocks and wet logs
🪑Ultralight Camping Stool - Compact seating for rest stops during long hikes
🥾Trail Hiking Shoes - Durable shoes designed for rugged trails
🥾Hiking Gaiters - Protect legs and shoes from mud, snow, and debris
🧼Biodegradable Camp Soap - Environmentally friendly cleaning for gear and body

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