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Desoto Falls Recreation Area

View from the Observation Deck
Foot Bridge(across from host site) that accesses the trail to the upper and lower water falls.

About Desoto Falls Recreation Area

Desoto Falls Recreation Area is a U.S. Forest Service Campground located approximately 2 hours North of Atlanta in the North Georgia mountains of the Chattahoochee National Forest.  Desoto Falls offers visitors year-round recreation opportunities including camping, fishing, picnicking, and beautiful hikes to our nearby waterfalls. The campground is situated along Frogtown Creek with at an elevation of 2,080 feet above sea level, under a dense forest of deciduous and evergreen trees.   23 campsites are neatly arranged in two loops(upper and lower), with each loop having creek sites. The climate here is fairly mild and generally offers all four seasons, so it is a wonderful place to relax and experience each of these throughout the year. North Georgia is a playground for wildlife watchers. An abundance of Deer, Turkey, Bear and, small furbearers can be seen as well as bird watching. If you need to get away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life, come to Desoto Falls.   

Number of accommodations: 23

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

2026 Season availability

Current season
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Closed periods
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Currently open - Apr 1 to Oct 31

Sites & Availability

23 Sites Available

Site
Price
🚐 1, Loop: A
No Hookups
$20.00
/ per night
10, Loop: B
5 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
$20.00
/ per night
11, Loop: B
5 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
$20.00
/ per night
🚐 12, Loop: B
No Hookups
$20.00
/ per night
13, Loop: B
5 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
$20.00
/ per night
🚐 14, Loop: B
No Hookups
$40.00
/ per night
🚐 15, Loop: B
No Hookups
$20.00
/ per night
🚐 16, Loop: B
No Hookups
$20.00
/ per night
🚐 17, Loop: B
No Hookups
$20.00
/ per night
🚐 18, Loop: B
No Hookups
$20.00
/ per night
🚐 19, Loop: B
No Hookups
$20.00
/ per night
🚐 2, Loop: A
No Hookups
$20.00
/ per night
🚐 20, Loop: B
No Hookups
$20.00
/ per night
🚐 21, Loop: B
No Hookups
$20.00
/ per night
🚐 22, Loop: B
No Hookups
$20.00
/ per night
🚐 23, Loop: B
No Hookups
$20.00
/ per night
🚐 3, Loop: A
No Hookups
$20.00
/ per night
🚐 4, Loop: A
No Hookups
$20.00
/ per night
5, Loop: B
5 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
$20.00
/ per night
6, Loop: B
5 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
$20.00
/ per night
7, Loop: B
5 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
$20.00
/ per night
8, Loop: B
5 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
$20.00
/ per night
9, Loop: B
5 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
$20.00
/ per night

Reviews (194)

Review Summary

4.3
194 reviews
5
56.7%
110
4
22.7%
44
3
12.4%
24
2
5.7%
11
1
2.6%
5

PHIL P

Verified

August 6, 2023 Stayed at: 18, Loop: B

2

We camp annually at De Soto, Paul’s, and have a favorite campsite because of the features of the creek access at this campsite. Our annual trip was basically ruined because the neighboring campers had two dogs there that were constantly barking. Please Folks, if you’re going to bring markers with you at least attempt to quiet them. Better yet get a bark collar. We actually clapped when they left and stayed right till checkout time so we could at least enjoy two hours of peace.

Anna S

Verified

July 12, 2023 Stayed at: 11, Loop: B

5

This is a beautiful remote campground with amazing access to 2 short easy hikes to see the falls. The forest is lovely and the sites are private.

Allison W

Verified

July 11, 2023 Stayed at: 7, Loop: B

5

So many things to discover around the campgrounds. The bathrooms and showers were very clean at all times during our stay.

Erika C

Verified

July 2, 2023 Stayed at: 1, Loop: A

5

We had a wonderful time! There was some confusion about our campsite when we first got there but the camp host was so helpful and super nice. We will definitely go back!

Peyton C

Verified

June 26, 2023 Stayed at: 7, Loop: B

4

Everything was amazing. This would have been 5 stars but there were so many motorcycles that were so loud CONSTANTLY. We had to wait for them to pass every couple minutes because we couldn’t yell over them. If you don’t mind that, I recommend getting the upper loop as the camp sites are a bit more separated and site 7 has a little stream running through it which is lovely at night.

Katherine W

Verified

June 18, 2023 Stayed at: 9, Loop: B

5

Great little family friendly campsites

Kiana C

Verified

June 10, 2023 Stayed at: 2, Loop: A

5

Another great trip to Desoto Falls. Mr Doug and Mrs Brenda are the best camp hosts. They always make sure our needs are met.

Ann B

Verified

June 8, 2023 Stayed at: 23, Loop: B

4

It was nice. Camp hosts were friendly. Weather was good. No cell service at all. Showers were improved. New shower head and handle helps a lot. But a clear shower curtain in outdoor shower really…

Pieter d

Verified

June 3, 2023 Stayed at: 8, Loop: B

5

Beautiful campsite - we arrived on Thursday and we had one campsite next to us occupied and other than that would not have known there were other people there. It picked up a bit on Friday, but the upper loop campsites are all quite privaters as mentioned you can hear the cars and trucks on 19, but not as disturbing as some people make it sound. And it definitely quiet ens down overnight, so really just during the day. Upper falls Are beautiful and about 0.75mile hike with a little uphill, but we did it with a 3 year old who walked all the way up and down. All facilities exactly as you would expect - functional and clean and didn’t have to wait once over the 2 days we were there. We will absolutely return.

Kiana C

Verified

April 21, 2023 Stayed at: 3, Loop: A

5

DeSoto Falls Campground was awesome as usual. It never disappoints. The camp hosts are wonderful and always ready to help.

Location Desoto Falls Recreation Area

Address:
De Soto Falls Recreation Area
Dahlonega, GA, 30533
United States

Latitude & Longitude: 34.7057 / -83.915

Elevation: 624 feet

Policies & Rules

Category About
General

During non-peak season (November 1 - April 1), all water is turned off to the entire campground.

General

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.

General

Limit of two vehicles per campsite except the double site (site #14), which is a maximum of 4 vehicles.

General

Quiet hours are from 10pm until 6am. No generators, music or other loud noises during this time. Be respectful to other campground visitors.

General

Campfires are permitted in grills only.

General

Pets must be on a leash at all times.

General

Discharging of firearms and fireworks is prohibited.

General

Do not leave fires unattended; they must be fully-extinguished and cold to the touch before check-out.

General

Note: cell phone service may not work in some areas due to tower location and terrain.

General

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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