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About Desoto Falls Recreation Area
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 (323)
What Guests Are Saying
Desoto Falls Recreation Area offers a clean and well-maintained campground with beautiful surroundings and spacious sites, especially along the creek. Many visitors appreciate the friendly camp hosts and the proximity to hiking trails leading to stunning waterfalls. However, some guests note significant road noise from nearby traffic and mention that the facilities could use improvements, particularly the bathrooms. Overall, it remains a popular destination for those seeking a peaceful camping experience in nature.
What Guests Are Saying
Desoto Falls Recreation Area offers a clean and well-maintained campground with beautiful surroundings and spacious sites, especially along the creek. Many visitors appreciate the friendly camp hosts and the proximity to hiking trails leading to stunning waterfalls. However, some guests note significant road noise from nearby traffic and mention that the facilities could use improvements, particularly the bathrooms. Overall, it remains a popular destination for those seeking a peaceful camping experience in nature.
Review Summary
kristen G
VerifiedJuly 15, 2026 • Stayed at: 16, Loop: B
It was quite and beautiful.
Luke G
VerifiedJuly 19, 2026 • Stayed at: 15, Loop: B
1st time staying there was really nice clean lots of shade my family enjoyed it to
Norman H
VerifiedJuly 20, 2026 • Stayed at: 3, Loop: A
This is primitive camping. If you are not prepared for it , you will not have a good experience. My camp site was clean and was well shaded. The bath house was nearby. While the bathroom was dated and dimly let, it had just been cleaned by a 3rd party service (pleasant surprise). The showers were outdoors (with an open ceiling, another pleasant surprise). There are two waterfalls (one north of the campground and the other south of the campground). The north waterfall was about a mile, but had reasonably level terrain. The south waterfall was a shorter distance, but was a little bit of a challenge (for old knees). All in all, I will camp here again.
William G
VerifiedJuly 21, 2026 • Stayed at: 1, Loop: A
Conveniently located.
Emily N
VerifiedJuly 25, 2026 • Stayed at: 15, Loop: B
Great grounds. Our site was awesome with the serene creek rushing through. Clean and friendly place.
Andrew B
VerifiedJuly 26, 2026 • Stayed at: 11, Loop: B
It was amazing. I know yall know this, but there is a downed tree that ruined the lower waterfall watching spot.
Ana P
VerifiedJuly 30, 2026 • Stayed at: 17, Loop: B
Great location, marginal Wi-Fi. If you need 5G this is not your park. Beautiful surroundings
Tina H
VerifiedAugust 2, 2026 • Stayed at: 5, Loop: B
Nice campground. Avoid sites 5-7 because they’re right next to the highway. Traffic noise is pretty bad. Best sites are on the inner side of the loop. Great camp host!
Matt S
VerifiedAugust 16, 2026 • Stayed at: 15, Loop: B
Love that campground
Kristal H
VerifiedAugust 16, 2026 • Stayed at: 16, Loop: B
Quiet clean
Location & Directions for Desoto Falls Recreation Area
De Soto Falls Recreation Area, Dahlonega, GA 30533 United States
Elevation: 624 ft
Getting There
<p>From Blairsville, GA take U.S. Highway 19/129 South for 17 mi and the campground entrance is on your right. From Dahlonega, GA take Highway 19 North for 18 mi and the entrance in on your left. From Cleveland, GA, take 19/129 North for 16 mi and...
From Blairsville, GA take U.S. Highway 19/129 South for 17 mi and the campground entrance is on your right. From Dahlonega, GA take Highway 19 North for 18 mi and the entrance in on your left. From Cleveland, GA, take 19/129 North for 16 mi and the entrance to the campground is on your left.
Highway access
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.
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: October 22, 2026
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