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Desoto Falls Campground

Located in the north Georgia mountains, this area offers camping, hiking, and fishing along beautiful Frogtown Creek. Desoto Falls Recreation Area offers 24 campsites equipped with tent pads, picnic tables and grills.

Loop through recreation area is paved.


 The Basics


Operator: National Forest Service
Season: his area is open from late April or early May until late October
Address: Chattahoochee National Forest
1881 Highway 515
PO Box 9
Blairsville, GA 30512
Phone : 706-745-6928
Fax: 706-745-7494

 Some More Things to Know

Hiking along the 2-mile Desoto Falls Trail is a popular activity among visitors. The first mile of the trail is fairly easy and leads to two waterfalls. The last mile of the trail is considerably more difficult and strenuous.

Fishing in Frogtown Creek with a State fishing license and trout stamp for native and stocked trout is also popular.

Desoto Falls Scenic Area is adjacent to the campground.

Lake Winfield Scott is nearby, as well as Waters Creek Recreation Area, Sosebee Cove Scenic Area and Vogel State Park.

The historic towns of Dahlonega and Blairsville are also interesting to visit.

Area is open from late April until late November. A fee is required for camping and day use parking. This area is open 24 hours a day for campers use.



 Directions

Take U.S. 129 north from Cleveland for 15 miles, or Hwy. 19 north from Dahlonega for about 18 miles.




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