Minnehaha Falls

Minnehaha Falls Trail Head
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Minnehaha Falls
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Distance
0.39 miles
Elevation Gain
98 ft
Route Type
Out-and-Back

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Waterfall
Dog Friendly
Family Friendly
Lake
Forest
Easy Parking
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Added by Matthew Ady

Perhaps the best kept secret in North Georgia, Minnehaha Falls are the perfect side trip for any excursion into the mountains.

Despite their beauty, not many hikers know about Minnehaha Falls. Even more shocking, these are some of the most accessible falls in all of North Georgia. Round trip, the hike to the falls will only take about a half a mile. Hikers can park along the side of the road at the trailhead. Follow the trail along the river, keeping the river to the right. The trail is clearly marked and mostly flat, with some bumpy patches where roots and rocks have sprung up in the path. Depending on their speed, hikers should reach the falls in about five to seven minutes of walking. Turn the last corner, and enjoy the view. Snap a few photos and return the way you came.

Pro tip: arrive early in the morning or late in the evening, when the falls are less frequented, to take some truly stunning long exposures.

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Rachel Willis
4/15/2026
This stunning waterfall is just a short hike in from the road. There are beautiful falls in GA, but this is still one of my favorites
Well Maintained
Not Crowded
Amazing Views
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Tiffany Brown
2/2/2025
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Christian Murillo
10/16/2017
Beautiful waterfalls, a bit crowded
Minnehaha Falls is easily one of the most aesthetic and charming waterfalls in Georgia, and my personal favorite in NE Georgia. It is ...
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Silas Butler
10/5/2017
Much Bigger in Person
Everyone I have brought here is surprised by the size of this waterfall, it looks much bigger in real life than it does in ...
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Sarah Levant
3/16/2017
Stunning Falls
Loved this waterfall. Yeah it is a short trek but the rock formation on which the water cascades down is not something seen very ...
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Jerrod Border
1/15/2017
Beautiful
Easy hike to the base of the falls good secluded sitting area. There is a steep more strenuous trail that leads from the base ...
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Kelley Le
12/27/2016
Chill Place
This is a pretty short hike. It's super easy to get to and probably great in the summer time since it's so easy to ...
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