Toccoa Falls

Toccoa Falls is a 186-foot waterfall that drops continuously over granite cliffs, creating cascading white water. The falls sit on the college grounds and can be viewed from a paved observation path near the campus entrance.

The falls formed through natural erosion over thousands of years and later became a landmark of the college founded in 1911. A major event in 1977 left a lasting mark on its history when a dam failure above the falls caused significant damage.

The name Toccoa comes from the Cherokee language and means beautiful. The falls are located on a Christian college campus where students and visitors spend time reflecting by the water.

The falls are easy to reach via a short, level path that works for visitors of all abilities. Water flow is strongest after heavy rain, making that the best time to visit.

The falls are taller than Niagara Falls and rank among the highest free-falling cascades east of the Mississippi River. This height makes it a remarkable natural feature in the eastern region of North America.

Location: Georgia

GPS coordinates: 34.59611,-83.36000

Latest update: December 7, 2025 20:46