About Desoto Falls Recreation Area
Number of accommodations: 23
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Reviews (194)
Review Summary
Stephen R
VerifiedMay 1, 2022 • Stayed at: 15, Loop: B
All the restroom and shower facilities were in great condition.
Mark M
VerifiedApril 22, 2022 • Stayed at: 17, Loop: B
Really enjoyed my time ad DeSoto Falls and it totally met my expectations. It's a no-frills campsite with shared water and only a pit toilet on the upper loop. The lower loop does have flushing toilets with sink and outdoor shower but no hot water that I could tell. I didn't feel crowed in the campsite and I felt there was enough room between sites, but it was open and I could very easily see fellow campers without obstructions. The trees provided ample shade which would be most welcome in the summer months. Trails to both waterfalls were well maintained and provided an enjoyable hike. I didn't have cell service with Verizon.
Missy B
VerifiedApril 19, 2022 • Stayed at: 14, Loop: B
Great time!
Ann B
VerifiedApril 17, 2022 • Stayed at: 23, Loop: B
Enjoyed our visit to Desota Falls. This is one of my favorite places to camp. Hike to both falls was nice. Camp hosts were friendly and helpful. I had trouble operating the shower they helped but shower needs some repair to turn on and off.
Michael S
VerifiedMarch 14, 2022 • Stayed at: 3, Loop: A
The camp area was clean and beautiful. However, the site is nestled in a valley beside the main highway which means almost constant traffic noise.
Mike T
VerifiedMarch 13, 2022 • Stayed at: 17, Loop: B
Couldn't ask for a better weekend for a camping trip. Campsite was clean and ready to go. The campground is well maintained and watched over. If I have to find any fault in the place, it would have to be that the bathroom lights no longer work. Probably just need the batteries replaced.
WILLIAM G
VerifiedMarch 1, 2022 • Stayed at: 7, Loop: B
Easy check in, very pretty area. Access to bathroom. Larger fire pit would be great but that's a minor complaint.
Jessica K
VerifiedFebruary 27, 2022 • Stayed at: 2, Loop: A
Brenda, the camp hostess, was awesome! The site was clean and convenient to the trailhead which was an easy hike to a beautiful waterfall. Definitely recommend.
Darryl S
VerifiedFebruary 18, 2022 • Stayed at: 18, Loop: B
We had beautiful weather and the campsite was great (Site 18-B) during our stay February 9-11, 2022. The Sheriff Deputy came by the campsite and we had a nice conversation. A great guy! Also, we spoke with the campground hosts, who recognized us from previous stays. A nice couple. A beautiful tree-filled campground. Hiked to the lower falls which was spectacular. It was a great stay.
Noel C
VerifiedFebruary 5, 2022 • Stayed at: 15, Loop: B
Short hikes to the falls. Clean campsites. Overall great experience! I did see some post about the restrooms. My observations were very different. The ones I visited were very very clean but it was also the dead of winter.
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.
Latitude & Longitude: 34.7057 / -83.915
Elevation: 624 feet
Policies & Rules
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During non-peak season (November 1 - April 1), all water is turned off to the entire campground. |
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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. |
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Limit of two vehicles per campsite except the double site (site #14), which is a maximum of 4 vehicles. |
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Quiet hours are from 10pm until 6am. No generators, music or other loud noises during this time. Be respectful to other campground visitors. |
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Campfires are permitted in grills only. |
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Pets must be on a leash at all times. |
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Discharging of firearms and fireworks is prohibited. |
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Do not leave fires unattended; they must be fully-extinguished and cold to the touch before check-out. |
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Note: cell phone service may not work in some areas due to tower location and terrain. |
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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. |
