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Located two hours northeast ofAtlanta, the area around Tallulah Falls is alive with moving water.
Visit during fall for spectacular foliage or in summer to cool off in the refreshing mountain water.
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Its particularly beautiful in fall when the foliage begins to turn.
If youre feeling adventurous, get a permit to hike to the gorge floor.
A limited number are given out each day.
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Eighty feet above the rocky gorge floor, a suspension bridge provides stunning views of the river and waterfalls.
Note that visitors must wear proper footwear (no flip-flops or Crocs are allowed).
They will not be issued after 4 p.m. (3 p.m. during daylight savings time).
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All of the waterfalls except Bridal Veil Falls can be seen from the rim overlooks.
The hiking trails and scenic overlooks can take you to prime spots for viewing these cascades.
The lake is a reservoir formed by Georgia Power in 1912 at the completion of the Tallulah Falls Dam.
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Maxs Lakeside serves pizza, pasta, salads, and Italian sandwiches.
Take advantage of mountain weather and dine on the wraparound porch.
Learn to rock climb or take a painting classtheres all kinds of adventure here.
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tallulahadventures.com/cafe-and-bar, 11785 Highway 441, Tallulah Falls, GA 30573
