Helton Creek Falls, GA | Southern Explorer

A short 10 minute walk down hill along a graded path brings you to Helton Creek falls. There are actually two falls. The first is smaller and is encountered first along the trail. To find the upper more impressive falls, continue uphill along the trail which ends at a board walk structure at the upper falls.

This is an easy hike suitable for families. It is close to Vogel State Park and campers from the park frequent this well maintained trail.

To get to the trail head from Vogel State Park, bear right (south) on US 19/129. Take the first left in approximately 1 mile onto Helton Creek Road. Follow this road for 2.3 miles and park at the gravel parking lot near the Helton Creek Falls sign. Most of Helton Creek road is gravel.

Vogel State Park is a great place to camp from tent camping, RV's, to cabins. The park is clean, the staff is friendly and the atmosphere is relaxed. Plus at 2300 ft., it generally is much cooler than the rest of Georgia, which makes for a popular summer retreat.

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

Helton Creek Falls, GA near Vogel State Park
Lower Falls, Helton Creek near Vogel State Park, Georgia

Helton Creek Falls Sign at Parking Lot

Distance	10 minutes
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