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
Stephen B
VerifiedMarch 21, 2026 • Stayed at: 2, Loop: A
It’s beautiful. Not a great campground for little ones because the walk to the falls is a little rough. The fishing wasn’t great but to be expected before stocking season
Deb J
VerifiedMarch 16, 2026 • Stayed at: 17, Loop: B
Wonderful primitive campsite! Easy walk to the lower and upper falls trail head.
Daniel S
VerifiedMarch 15, 2026 • Stayed at: 22, Loop: B
Excellent campsite. It definitely got crowded on the weekend but the rain cleared out those unprepared. The creek right behind our campsite was loaded with wild trout. Nymphs seemed to get the job done. Caught eight.
Kathleen V
VerifiedMarch 14, 2026 • Stayed at: 9, Loop: B
The campground is very nice. The road noise is very loud though. Sport cars and motorcycles use the road next to camp as a racing speedway. Lots and lots of close by hiking. So, if you don’t mind the road noise, it’s a good location.
Duncan M
VerifiedMarch 9, 2026 • Stayed at: 6, Loop: B
Hiking. Do not expect a peaceful experience at least on the weekends as this campground is next to main road in a valley. The noise from racing loud cars and motorcycles was incredible. You felt like you were at a nascar event.
Kyle S
VerifiedMarch 3, 2026 • Stayed at: 21, Loop: B
Lovely site. I've been here a few times, and each time has been quite relaxed without any hiccups. Sites are spacious, and spread apart. I recommend 20 and 21, that's where we stayed. But, anything along the creek is great! Pit toilets are convenient in the off season too.
Martha A
VerifiedFebruary 22, 2026 • Stayed at: 20, Loop: B
We always have a good time
Cindy E
VerifiedJanuary 25, 2026 • Stayed at: 2, Loop: A
I love this place. Nice easy hikes, beautiful waterfalls. Well maintained and enjoyable.
Changwoo L
VerifiedJanuary 3, 2026 • Stayed at: 21, Loop: B
No water, all water closed….
Emily M
VerifiedDecember 24, 2025 • Stayed at: 9, Loop: B
This is a great campsite in north Georgia! We loved our stay
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
