Tallulah Gorge State Park

Tallulah Gorge State Park is a park and heritage site in Rabun County in northeastern Georgia, where the Tallulah River has cut a deep gorge into the rock. The gorge extends for roughly two miles and reaches depths of over 1,000 feet (300 m) in places, with several waterfalls tumbling down in succession.

Archaeological evidence shows the area was long inhabited by indigenous peoples before European settlers arrived in the region. In the early 20th century a dam was built that harnessed the river for energy production and changed the appearance of the waterfalls.

The name comes from the Cherokee language and refers to the rocky water flowing through the gorge. Today hikers and climbers come here to explore the steep walls and viewpoints along the trails.

The trail network covers roughly 20 miles (30 km) and ranges from easy rim paths to more demanding routes that descend into the gorge. Access to the gorge floor requires a special permit that can be requested on site.

A suspension bridge crosses the gorge at roughly 80 feet (24 m) above the riverbed and offers an open view down to the water. Several times a year the dam upstream releases water, causing the flow to swell and bringing the rapids back to life for a short time.

Location: Rabun County

Inception: 1993

Address: 338 Jane Hurt Yarn Drive, Tallulah Falls, GA 30573

Phone: +17067547981

Website: https://gastateparks.org/TallulahGorge

GPS coordinates: 34.73975,-83.39523

Latest update: December 5, 2025 22:31