Helton Creek Falls, GA | Southern Explorer

In 2 miles of relatively easy hiking, you can take in two waterfalls, and some history (or lore?). The trails begin at the parking lot for the Desoto Falls picnic grounds. After passing through the picnic grounds and a portion of the campground, cross Frogtown Creek along a log bridge. The trail spilts - left 0.25 miles to lower falls and right 0.75 miles to upper falls. Both trails are well maintained and well graded. Return to your vehicle along the same trails.

To get to the trail headhead from Vogel State Park, bear right (south) on US 19/129. The road will wind to the top of gap, cross the Appalachian Trail (AT) and then wind down on the other side. About 7 miles from Vogel, look for a sign on the right hand side for the picnic grounds/campground.

A couple of other easy waterfall hikes in the area are Helton Creek Falls and Dukes Creek Falls.

Information Sign at Desoto Falls near Vogel State Park, Georgia

Lower Desoto Falls, GA
Lower Desoto Falls near Vogel State Park, Georgia

Distance	Upper Falls 1.5 miles roundtrip Lower Falls 0.5 miles roundtrip
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