About Desoto Falls Recreation Area
Number of accommodations: 23
Seasonal information
2026 Season availability
Campground Amenities
Most popular amenities
Parking
Pet friendly
Picnic Table
Restrooms
River Access
Fire Pit
Water and Hygiene
- Restrooms
Cooking and Fire
- Picnic Table
- Grill
- Fire Pit
Parking and Transport
- Parking
Water Access
- River Access
Pets and Policies
- Pet friendly
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Reviews (287)
What Guests Are Saying
Desoto Falls Recreation Area offers clean, spacious campsites, many of which are conveniently located near the creek and hiking trails to beautiful waterfalls. Guests appreciate the well-maintained facilities and the peacefulness, particularly at night when road noise diminishes. However, some reviews mention issues with road noise from traffic, ongoing maintenance concerns for restrooms, and occasional lack of water access, which can detract from the overall experience.
What Guests Are Saying
Desoto Falls Recreation Area offers clean, spacious campsites, many of which are conveniently located near the creek and hiking trails to beautiful waterfalls. Guests appreciate the well-maintained facilities and the peacefulness, particularly at night when road noise diminishes. However, some reviews mention issues with road noise from traffic, ongoing maintenance concerns for restrooms, and occasional lack of water access, which can detract from the overall experience.
Review Summary
Garrett R
VerifiedMay 3, 2026 • Stayed at: 5, Loop: B
Took my 5 year old and my 10 year old to break in our new tent. We had the best time. Camp site was clean when we arrived.
Michael B
VerifiedApril 25, 2026 • Stayed at: 20, Loop: B
The toilets needed to be pumped out. The noise from the road was intense all night. There are no fish there so If you want to go fishing, go somewhere else. I will be going somewhere else next time. We stayed there two years in a row, so we have seen the falls. That's all there is except for a short drive to Neel gap. Oh, and the river is pretty.
Rachel G
VerifiedApril 22, 2026 • Stayed at: 15, Loop: B
Amazing campsite. Super clean and well kept and right by the creek. Had the best time and can’t wait to come back. The road traffic was not even an issue. It’s secluded and quiet
Luke R
VerifiedApril 12, 2026 • Stayed at: 7, Loop: B
Brandon C
VerifiedApril 11, 2026 • Stayed at: 14, Loop: B
Great place to stay, easy to get to and right off the main road. Not cell service whatsoever but that’s kinda a nice thing if it’s a getaway trip. I’ve been staying here for years and plan on it for years to come.
Todd T
VerifiedApril 6, 2026 • Stayed at: 11, Loop: B
We had a good stay. The bathrooms need some attention.
Nate B
VerifiedMarch 29, 2026 • Stayed at: 9, Loop: B
One of my favorite sites so far! I am looking forward to going back soon to hike to the waterfall.
Emy B
VerifiedMarch 28, 2026 • Stayed at: 5, Loop: B
Such a nice area! All sites were nicely spaced out and come with a table, fire pit, and tent space. Will definitely be booking this site for future trips!
Sara T
VerifiedMarch 27, 2026 • Stayed at: 22, Loop: B
Very nice, clean campground. Our site backed up to river with short walk to water. Nearby hiking trail to the waterfall was an extra special treat.
Randy S
VerifiedMarch 23, 2026 • Stayed at: 5, Loop: B
Nice campsite but road noise can be loud.
Location Desoto Falls Recreation Area
Address:
De Soto Falls Recreation Area
Dahlonega, GA, 30533
United States
From Blairsville, GA take U.S. Highway 19/129 South for 17.0 miles and the campground entrance is on your right. From Dahlonega, GA take Highway 19 North for 18 miles and the entrance in on your left. From Cleveland, GA, take 19/129 North for 16 miles and the entrance to the campground is on your left.
Desoto Falls Recreation Area is accessible via U.S. Highway 19, with connections to U.S. Highway 129. It is approximately 17 miles from Blairsville and 18 miles from Dahlonega.
Latitude & Longitude: 34.7057 / -83.915
Elevation: 624 feet
Policies & Rules
General
- During non-peak season (November 1 - April 1), all water is turned off to the entire campground.
- Be bear aware; keep all food in containers or locked inside a vehicle as much as possible. Remove all food from the area after eating and during nighttime hours. Dispose of garbage promptly in our bear proof garbage dumpster.
- Limit of two vehicles per campsite except the double site (site #14), which is a maximum of 4 vehicles.
- No generators, music or other loud noises during this time. Be respectful to other campground visitors.
- Campfires are permitted in grills only.
- Pets must be on a leash at all times.
- Discharging of firearms and fireworks is prohibited.
- Do not leave fires unattended; they must be fully-extinguished and cold to the touch before check-out.
- Note: cell phone service may not work in some areas due to tower location and terrain.
- No day use or picnicking in the campground. Please use the day-use area or the picnic area if you do not have a reservation.
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Last updated: June 3, 2026
