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Desoto Falls Recreation Area

De Soto Falls Recreation Area, Dahlonega, Georgia, United States

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

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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)

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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

Amanda P

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August 24, 2024 • Stayed at: 7, Loop: B

5

Love

Jessica H

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August 4, 2024 • Stayed at: 22, Loop: B

5

We came in late at night to tent camp. Hard to find off the main highway as the GPS didn't take us there. However, once we found it, it was amazing! Tent camping on the stream was so relaxing. Everyone there was nice and the hike to the falls was easy for the whole family. Definitely on our list to return!

Bradley P

Verified

July 21, 2024 • Stayed at: 14, Loop: B

5

It was a great time. The road noise wasn't as bad as it was when we camped there in the winter (still noise but it is what it is). Over all, still one of my favorite places to camp with the family.

Pamela B

Verified

July 9, 2024 • Stayed at: 14, Loop: B

5

Great family time
Close to waterfalls and hiking

James H

Verified

May 30, 2024 • Stayed at: 17, Loop: B

1

Very noisy. Loud trucks with back up alarms at 10 o’clock at night . Need to lock the gates at night

Aly H

Verified

May 13, 2024 • Stayed at: 14, Loop: B

5

Brenda and Doug do a wonderful job keeping the sites pristine. Desoto is one of my very favorite spots with the falls and the creekside sites.

Steve V

Verified

April 15, 2024 • Stayed at: 4, Loop: A

4

Camp hosts were very nice and accommodating.

TJ P

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April 5, 2024 • Stayed at: 21, Loop: B

5

The campground is very clean and well maintained. The hosts are super friendly and helpful.

Rebecca H

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April 4, 2024 • Stayed at: 3, Loop: A

5

Perfect spot for camping with the family! Easy hike to see waterfalls! The creek sounded so peaceful and being surrounded by large trees was so pretty! Only downside is being by the highway. I had no idea it’d be so loud there at night. I guess it’s a busy highway. Just something to be aware of in case that bothers you.

John R P

Verified

March 27, 2024 • Stayed at: 4, Loop: A

5

Staff was very helpful.

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

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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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