Toccoa

Toccoa is a county seat in northeastern Georgia, set among low hills with parks, residential streets, and a number of historic churches. The center holds a business district with storefronts, brick facades, and a working rail station that serves passenger trains.

European settlers moved into the region after the Revolutionary War, displacing Creek and Cherokee communities who had lived there for generations. The town grew during the 19th century around the railroad and later gained recognition through the military training camp during World War II.

The name Toccoa comes from a Cherokee word meaning roughly beautiful place, reflecting the native roots of the area. Local residents often visit the waterfall on the college campus and walk through the older neighborhoods with their front porches and sidewalks.

The town lies on a rail route that runs between New York and New Orleans, with a station that accepts passenger service. Visitors planning to see the waterfall should check access hours at the college, since entry depends on campus schedules.

The college campus holds a 57-meter (186-foot) waterfall that drops freely between rock walls into a streambed below. Access follows a short walk from the campus entrance, and the falls remain one of the tallest east of the Mississippi.

Location: Stephens County

Elevation above the sea: 313 m

Website: http://cityoftoccoa.com

GPS coordinates: 34.57470,-83.32000

Latest update: December 14, 2025 17:14