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Amicalola Falls State Park Camping

Amicalola Falls State Park Camping, near Dawsonville, Georgia, is a fantastic place to unwind and soak in the beauty of nature. With around 24 sites, this campground offers a cozy atmosphere where you can enjoy a peaceful retreat while being just a stone's throw from the stunning Amicalola Falls.

The campground is well-kept and features amenities like electric hookups and clean bathhouses, making your stay comfortable. Visitors rave about the spacious sites that provide a sense of seclusion, even in an open setting. One camper noted, “The spaces are well-spaced and feel secluded despite mostly open air.”

Outdoor enthusiasts will find plenty to do here, from hiking the trails to fishing in nearby ponds. The lodge is just a quick drive away, offering dining options with breathtaking views. As one happy camper shared, “There are plenty of hiking trails and the waterfall is great.”

If you're up for a challenge, be prepared for a steep climb to the falls, but the views are worth every step. Whether you're tent camping, RVing, or trying out one of the new glamping tents, Amicalola Falls State Park Camping is a great choice for a memorable outdoor experience.

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Location

Amicalola Falls State Park Camping is located in Georgia

Detail location of campground

Directions

Located 15 miles northwest of Dawsonville on Highway 52. Take Highway 53 west to Highway 183 north to Highway 52 east.

Address

240 Amicalola Falls State Park Rd
Dawsonville, GA 30534

Coordinates

34.55400077 N
84.25100055 W

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Access

  • Drive-In
    Park next to your site
  • Walk-In
    Park in a lot, walk to your site.
  • Hike-In
    Backcountry sites.

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  • WiFi
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  • Verizon
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  • AT&T
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  • T-Mobile
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Site Types

  • Tent Sites
  • RV Sites
  • Standard (Tent/RV)
  • Group
  • Cabins
  • Tent Cabin
  • Yurts

Features

For Campers

  • Market
  • ADA Access
  • Trash
  • Picnic Table
  • Firewood Available
  • Phone Service
  • Reservable
  • WiFi
  • Showers
  • Drinking Water
  • Electric Hookups
  • Toilets
  • Alcohol
  • Pets
  • Fires

For Vehicles

  • Sanitary Dump
  • Sewer Hookups
  • Water Hookups
  • Pull-Through Sites
  • 50 Amp Hookups

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Reviewed Sep. 20, 2024

Fall trip

Outstanding park! Camp sites are spaced decently apart and well kept. Restrooms / showers are very clean. Welcome center has plenty of backpacking supplies as well.

Site15
Month of VisitOctober
  • Review photo of Amicalola Falls State Park Camping by TIMOTHY O., September 20, 2024
  • Top of the falls
  • Review photo of Amicalola Falls State Park Camping by TIMOTHY O., September 20, 2024
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Reviewed May. 30, 2024

Great, Small, Quiet Campground

There are about 20 slots. The spaces are well-spaced and feel secluded despite mostly open air. A quick drive to the falls or the lodge for dining with a view.

Site20
Month of VisitMay
  • Review photo of Amicalola Falls State Park Camping by Charles M., May 30, 2024
Reviewed Jul. 28, 2023

Very beautiful park

It was well kept, very quiet, perfect place to camp. My family and I will be going back to camp for sure!

Month of VisitNovember
Reviewed Jun. 9, 2023

Beautiful park

We stayed at the State park from June 6-9. There are only about 24 sites, some cabins, and some new glamping tents. There is a bathhouse with individual showers. You are fairly close to the lodge. You are also right at the falls. BEWARE- there is a steep 24% grade getting to the campground. The campground was neat, clean, and quiet.

Site8
Month of VisitJune
  • Review photo of Amicalola Falls State Park Camping by Crystal H., June 9, 2023
  • Review photo of Amicalola Falls State Park Camping by Crystal H., June 9, 2023
Reviewed Mar. 30, 2023

Quite campground

Very quite campground with nice sites. Plenty of hiking and 4 mins from the lodge. Zip line, archery and plenty other activities.

Site21
Month of VisitMarch
  • Review photo of Amicalola Falls State Park Camping by Brett D., March 30, 2023
  • Review photo of Amicalola Falls State Park Camping by Brett D., March 30, 2023
  • Review photo of Amicalola Falls State Park Camping by Brett D., March 30, 2023
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Reviewed Jan. 3, 2023

Beautiful campgrounds nestled on top of a mountain

Beautiful area with hiking trails and plenty to do in general. Not far from the lodge with restaurant. Folks camping next door were super nice and even offered me hot food when tent camping in -0 degree weather. Overall pleasant experience and plenty to do and see.

Site22
Month of VisitDecember
Reviewed Oct. 29, 2022

WHAT A FANTASTIC PLACE TO CAMP IN THE MOUNTAINS

This place is an absolute dream to camp at!!, it’s not only peaceful, pleasant , and easily able to accommodate me and my fiancés 33’ sunset trail travel trailer with a slide on the driver side ! There’s a bath house; multiple trashcans scattered throughout the site so you don’t have to walk far to take out your trash, you can walk to the end of your site and dispose of your trash with ease ! Ontop of all of that, our campsite was covered with pretty fall colored trees making our experience here memorable ! The top of the falls are literally within walking distance with a 475 step climb down to the base of the falls …. Definitely strenuous but an amazing experience! I would definitely recommend staying here to anyone looking to go to a nice, new place to camp!

Site#19
Month of VisitOctober
  • Review photo of Amicalola Falls State Park Camping by Brandon B., October 29, 2022
  • Review photo of Amicalola Falls State Park Camping by Brandon B., October 29, 2022
  • Review photo of Amicalola Falls State Park Camping by Brandon B., October 29, 2022
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Reviewed Oct. 29, 2022

INCREDIBLE!!!!

An absolute fantastic, peaceful place to camp! This campsite was able to easily accommodate me and my fiancé’s 33’ foot travel trailer, was a bit of a climb up the 25% grade but other than that it was amazing ! I would definitely stay again !!

Site#19
Month of VisitOctober
  • Review photo of Amicalola Falls State Park Camping by Brandon B., October 29, 2022
  • Review photo of Amicalola Falls State Park Camping by Brandon B., October 29, 2022
  • Review photo of Amicalola Falls State Park Camping by Brandon B., October 29, 2022
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Reviewed Nov. 24, 2021

Nice park with waterfall

Lots of hiking and the waterfall is great. Trout fishing in the small pond at the bottom of the falls

Site12
Month of VisitAugust
  • Review photo of Amicalola Falls State Park Camping by Steven M., November 24, 2021
Reviewed Nov. 21, 2021

Can't beat it!

Truly can't beat a giant waterfall campground. The camp is quiet on top of the MTN. Very clean. The park also has a lodge that's very nice, even if your not staying there you can go inside and sit and enjoy the views. It has a store where you can buy a few camping things and souvenirs. A strenuous hike up the falls involve many steps but it's really fun. I suggest going in fall and visiting Burt's pumpkin farm a mile away, it's the biggest I've ever seen with a very nice hay ride that goes over a creek.

Month of VisitSeptember
  • Review photo of Amicalola Falls State Park Camping by Charli R., November 21, 2021
  • Review photo of Amicalola Falls State Park Camping by Charli R., November 21, 2021
  • Review photo of Amicalola Falls State Park Camping by Charli R., November 21, 2021
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Reviewed Jul. 15, 2021

Great place to spend a few days

This is a very nice campsite with a table and fire ring.You can buy firewood for 5.00 dollars from the hosts.The Inn has delicious meals ,especially a buffet breakfast.The Approach Trail is 8.8 miles to the AT.You can hike up stairs to the Falls or drive up to the top.Thete is also a pretty flat Handicapped  trail to the bottom of the Falls.The bathrooms are very nice now. with a toilot and shower by themselves in each one  of them.I love camping here I use a tent

Month of VisitOctober
  • Review photo of Amicalola Falls State Park Camping by Clydette , July 15, 2021
Reviewed Jul. 3, 2021

Loved it

We arrived just before sunset & we were in a rush to set up before it started to pour. We had no trouble finding our reserved site & while we were getting settled, the hosts (Cocoa & Ryan) popped over to welcome us & also brought back firewood a few mins later. The sky opened up shortly after & it poured ALL night long, but our site didn’t flood. Quiet hours began at 10 PM, and I didn’t hear a peep from anyone else after that! The bathrooms stayed clean for our entire stay, & the hosts graciously offered us a ride to the hiking trails in their golf cart the next morning, so we didn’t have to fold up our rooftop tent to drive down. I wish we would have been able to stay longer, and we can’t wait to return!

Site9
Month of VisitJuly
Reviewed Jun. 18, 2021

Great campground lots to do

Very exciting ride up the mountain to the campground, very nice site built up onthe side of the of the mountain. Lots of trails to walk go to the lodge and the falls.Very pretty scenery and awesome sunsets

Site27
Month of VisitNovember
  • Review photo of Amicalola Falls State Park Camping by Bob M., June 18, 2021
  • Review photo of Amicalola Falls State Park Camping by Bob M., June 18, 2021
  • Review photo of Amicalola Falls State Park Camping by Bob M., June 18, 2021
Reviewed Apr. 16, 2021

Amicalola Falls

The largest waterfall in Georgia and the 3rd largest in the Southeast. They have paid camping and you can also hike the AT trail and find free remote camping.

Site16
Month of VisitApril
  • Review photo of Amicalola Falls State Park Camping by Mitchell G., April 16, 2021
  • Review photo of Amicalola Falls State Park Camping by Mitchell G., April 16, 2021
  • Review photo of Amicalola Falls State Park Camping by Mitchell G., April 16, 2021
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Reviewed Mar. 23, 2021

Very fun

Campsite was large and clean. Beautiful waterfalls, trails and fishing in a stocked pond. I was very impressed with the clean facilities.

Reviewed Feb. 20, 2021

One of my favorites

We tent camped at Amicolola in early May 2020...ir was cold one night but we built a great fire in the firepit which kept us warm.The camp sites are spacios gravel and fenced.I was very impressed with the cleanliness of the park and the amenities, the restrooms were very well kept and the park manager was gracious. They have a water fall and several trails leading dow to a well stocked pond. My grandson caughed dinner...yum. I thoroughly enjoyed our stay and plan to go back.

  • Review photo of Amicalola Falls State Park Camping by Judith P., February 20, 2021
  • Review photo of Amicalola Falls State Park Camping by Judith P., February 20, 2021
  • Review photo of Amicalola Falls State Park Camping by Judith P., February 20, 2021
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Reviewed Dec. 5, 2020

Has it all

RV/tent camping and cabin rentals. Campsites had wifi and pretty good tv signal. There's also a lodge/hotel on site with a restaurant, with gorgeous views overlooking the valley below. Camping sites are spaced well apart with electric, water and fire rings. The campgrounds also feature a bathhouse and laundry.

Begin your Appalachian Trail journey here with 604 steps to the top of a beautiful waterfall.

  • Review photo of Amicalola Falls State Park Camping by Leah S., December 5, 2020
  • Review photo of Amicalola Falls State Park Camping by Leah S., December 5, 2020
Reviewed Oct. 9, 2020

Scenic, but always crowded

Amicalola Falls is well known for a reason: the view is truly gorgeous. But it is always insane with crowds of people. It makes for a really slow going making your way up, and there’s very little peace to be had when you’re there. It’s tough enough to enjoy under those circumstances, but when you note that many are also not wearing masks, you start to get skittish.

  • Review photo of Amicalola Falls State Park Camping by Phil K., October 9, 2020
  • Review photo of Amicalola Falls State Park Camping by Phil K., October 9, 2020
  • Review photo of Amicalola Falls State Park Camping by Phil K., October 9, 2020
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Reviewed Aug. 9, 2020

Beautiful area

I read a lot before my trip, so I knew to except the 25% grade incline going up to the campground. I wasn’t however expecting the challenging parking in the campsite. Beautiful area, my teens loved it. They found all kinds of insects they had never seen even a Luna moth.

  • Review photo of Amicalola Falls State Park Camping by Traci C., August 9, 2020
  • Review photo of Amicalola Falls State Park Camping by Traci C., August 9, 2020
  • Review photo of Amicalola Falls State Park Camping by Traci C., August 9, 2020
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Reviewed Jul. 30, 2020

Beautiful campground

Small, but awesome campground with large campsites. Stayed at campsite 15 in April 2019 and Campsite 13 in July 2020. The bathrooms have just been renovated this year and are nice and clean and well kept. They did not have ice at the Welcome center and told us to drive 5 miles to a dollar store. There is a lodge just up the hill that has plenty of ice and should sell it to campers! Otherwise the campsites are nice and private dug into the side of a hill. We loved hiking around the grounds and the falls are stunning. Highly recommend!

  • Review photo of Amicalola Falls State Park Camping by Jenny J., July 30, 2020
Reviewed Jul. 7, 2020

Nice base camp before the Hike Inn

We only stayed one night before hiking out to the Len Foote Hike Inn the next day but we were impressed and will come back soon.  The spots are nicely maintained and spread out pretty good, we had enough privacy and plenty of space.  The fire pit was clean and water/electric all worked.  The bathroom and shower facilities were extremely clean and there are 2 laundry setups too.

SiteSite #9
Month of VisitJuly
  • Review photo of Amicalola Falls State Park Camping by Jeffrey S., July 7, 2020
  • Review photo of Amicalola Falls State Park Camping by Jeffrey S., July 7, 2020
Reviewed Dec. 26, 2019

GREAT SPOT to camp

Large Level protected spots with electric and water. New Shower Bathrooms with laundry, at the Top of a large hill “Better have a Good Transmission” Very Enjoyable Spot to stay for a few nights!

  • Review photo of Amicalola Falls State Park Camping by Matt T., December 26, 2019
  • Review photo of Amicalola Falls State Park Camping by Matt T., December 26, 2019
  • Review photo of Amicalola Falls State Park Camping by Matt T., December 26, 2019
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Reviewed Dec. 19, 2019

What a climb!

I visited Amicalola Falls State Park to complete the Georgia State Canyon Challenge. A definite place you want to visit! The climb up will literally take your breath away. Once at the top the view will take your breath away again. The Appalachian Trail marker is beside the Visitors Center and there are more then one trail up and around the falls. The campground is nice and busy, nice facilities. Reserve ahead for the good spots.

  • Review photo of Amicalola Falls State Park Camping by Shelly S., December 19, 2019
  • Review photo of Amicalola Falls State Park Camping by Shelly S., December 19, 2019
  • Review photo of Amicalola Falls State Park Camping by Shelly S., December 19, 2019
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Reviewed Sep. 15, 2019

Great get away, excellent facilities

We had a great little weekend in our travel trailer. Couldn’t have been happier with the site and facilities. Only disappointment was seeing the litter people have thrown in the falls. A park worker their said they have to bring a group 2-3 times a year to remove the trash that tourists throw into the falls. Last haul weighed 80 lbs.

  • Review photo of Amicalola Falls State Park Camping by Libby S., September 15, 2019
Reviewed Aug. 11, 2019

Mountain bliss

Steep (25 deg) climb up to the campground. Small but clean and well kept campground. Laundry and WiFi included. Bathhouse was very clean. Amazing trails mostly moderate to strenuous. The falls were spectacular!

Reviewed Jul. 24, 2019

Love this place

Great place in the mountains. Steep incline, wouldn't want to do it in the dark. Lots of awesome things to do including the big waterfall!

  • Review photo of Amicalola Falls State Park Camping by SouthernGinger , July 24, 2019
  • Review photo of Amicalola Falls State Park Camping by SouthernGinger , July 24, 2019
Reviewed Jul. 18, 2019

Beautiful Views - Lot's to do

When you arrive at the state park you need to go straight to the lodge to check in. There is a VERY steep climb(25%) so if you are pulling a travel trailer be prepared! This climb will test your vehicles pulling power. 

There is a winding parking lot at the main entrance of the hotel to park while registering. You may want to call to verify where to park with Travel Trailer or RV while signing in. 

Most of the 24 sites in the camping loop are level and stepped along the terrain. The tent pads are gravel and were smaller than our large tent– but we managed and tied off on the railings since there was no place to put stakes in. Sites are great for RV’s Campers and 4 person tents(square). Sites 23 and 23 are easy to back in large RV. For site map visit https://www.amicalolafallslodge.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/10/Amicalola-Falls-Adventure-Lodge-GA-State-Park-Park-Map.pdf 

Bathroom was older but clean and everything functioned as it should 

The fun was not to be had in the campground but all over the park! There was access to the top and middle of the falls. Best place to photograph the fall is from the West Ridge Fall Access Trail and it is ADA accessible! There is a reflection pond where you can fish for stocked trout, a nice day hike to Len Foote Hike Inn, & amazing view from the lodge(and a great breakfast buffet!). Their map showed a rock climbing wall, Go Pro Park, 3D archery range, fitness trail, team building course, and Survivalist camp– we did not even get to these on our stay! There is also a gift shop at the lodge. Down near the entrance of the park is the ranger station, gift shop and the start of the approach trail to the“AT”– that takes you up the steps next to the falls and on to Springer Mountain. There are many pavilions there that can be rented for special events also. 

Up near the lodge (above the falls) is the new zip line attraction! We did not have time to try it out but it looked super fun! 

You will need a vehicle to get around to all these places in the park(unless you love hiking major elevation changes)

Site23
Month of VisitJune
  • Review photo of Amicalola Falls State Park Camping by Jeanene A., July 18, 2019
  • Review photo of Amicalola Falls State Park Camping by Jeanene A., July 18, 2019
  • Review photo of Amicalola Falls State Park Camping by Jeanene A., July 18, 2019
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Reviewed Jun. 29, 2019

A North Georgia Classic

This popular state park is the jumping off point for hikers headed to Maine on the Appalachian Trail as well as those hiking to Len Foote Hike Inn. The vistas at the lodge are worth the trip inside and there are great viewing decks where you can eat your own picnic or packed lunch. The Maple Restaurant is also inside. There are cottages and campgrounds. The campground sites are nice and roomy for RVs and the loops contain a covered pavilion and horseshoe pit. This is a hiker's state park with lots of trails from moderate to strenuous. The Falls are the real centerpiece with a set of stairs leading to the top which is incorporated into the AT approach trail. There is a also a small reflection pond where people can fish. I went in the middle of the week in the summer and it was not crowded but it is clearly a place that can get crowded due to its popularity. It's an easy car camp trip that gets you high enough in elevation to cool off a little in the summer but is not too far of a drive from Atlanta.

  • Review photo of Amicalola Falls State Park Camping by Anna R., June 29, 2019
  • Review photo of Amicalola Falls State Park Camping by Anna R., June 29, 2019
  • Review photo of Amicalola Falls State Park Camping by Anna R., June 29, 2019
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Reviewed Jun. 20, 2019

Small camping loop st the bottom of a hill

Beautiful setting right at the start of the Appalachian Trail. Campsites were spacious and well maintained. Showers have heaters for cold weather. We stayed 3 days to hike the AT Approach Trail which is a loop from camp to the HikeInn. 10 miles gave us a good sense of what the AT is all about! Check out the waterfall, the lodge overlook, and do some hiking!

Month of VisitDecember
  • Review photo of Amicalola Falls State Park Camping by Ka N., June 20, 2019
  • Review photo of Amicalola Falls State Park Camping by Ka N., June 20, 2019
  • Review photo of Amicalola Falls State Park Camping by Ka N., June 20, 2019
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Frequently Asked Questions

  • Does Amicalola Falls State Park Camping have RV hookups?

    According to TheDyrt.com, Amicalola Falls State Park Camping has 50 amp electric hookups, water hookups and sewer hookups.

  • What is the max vehicle length at Amicalola Falls State Park Camping?

    Amicalola Falls State Park Camping allows vehicles up to 70 feet.

  • Are fires allowed at Amicalola Falls State Park Camping?

    Yes, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, fires are allowed at Amicalola Falls State Park Camping, although make sure to check current fire restrictions in the area.

  • Does Amicalola Falls State Park Camping have wifi?

    Yes, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, Amicalola Falls State Park Camping does have wifi.

  • Is there cell phone reception at Amicalola Falls State Park Camping?

    According to campers on TheDyrt.com, Verizon signal is available, AT&T is available, and T-Mobile is unknown.