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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
Matt H
VerifiedJune 1, 2026 • Stayed at: 17, Loop: B
Sites were nice but not very private. Very close to one another
Chris C
VerifiedMay 26, 2026 • Stayed at: 23, Loop: B
Campground and space was very well maintained. The falls are worth the visit. The road noise can be loud during midday.
Nathaniel W
VerifiedMay 24, 2026 • Stayed at: 13, Loop: B
It was awesome and beautiful. Me and my buddies had alot of fun
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
Luke R
VerifiedApril 12, 2026 • Stayed at: 7, Loop: B
Luke R
VerifiedApril 12, 2026 • Stayed at: 7, Loop: B
Luke R
VerifiedApril 12, 2026 • Stayed at: 7, Loop: B
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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