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Nearby Attractions
Alpine Village of Helen
Black Rock Mountain State Park
Chattooga River (whitewater rafting)
Moccasin Creek State Park |
Traveler's Rest State Historic Site
Unicoi State Park and Lodge
Chattahoochee National Forest
Dahlonega Gold Museum
Georgia Power
Southern Highlands Trail |
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One of the most spectacular canyons in the eastern U.S., Tallulah Gorge is two miles long and nearly 1,000 feet deep. Visitors can hike rim trails to several overlooks, or they can obtain a free permit (limit 100 per day) to hike down to the gorge floor. A suspension bridge sways 80 feet above the rocky bottom, providing spectacular views of the river and waterfalls. Exhibits in the park’s Jane Hurt Yarn Interpretive Center highlight the rich history of this Victorian resort town, as well as the rugged terrain and fragile ecosystem of the area. Additionally, an award-winning film takes viewers on a dramatic journey through the gorge.
