The McCabes (that's us) are based in Tampa, and although Florida is a beautiful and diverse place to live and explore, sometimes living at sea level gets a little flat. So, when Kevin was trying to find places within a day's drive from home, but far enough away to get some elevation, little did he know he'd find one of our favorite spots to keep coming back to - Amicalola Falls State Park in Dawsonville, GA.
The word Amicalola is derived from the Cherokee language, meaning "tumbling
waters," and the park is home to a 729 foot waterfall that is the highest in
Georgia. While there are 10 total trails emanating from the park, the most
popular pathway for serious hikers is the 8.5-mile Approach Trail that runs
from the park to Springer Mountain, the southern terminus of the famous
Appalachian Trail (AT).
Thru-hikers can register or check in here for the AT before heading out. The
trailhead is marked by an iconic stone archway that has become a symbol for
experienced trekkers who make the ascent toward the legendary 2,150 mile
Appalachian Trail. We had Ranger Dave and Kalamity Karla with us one weekend
and did the Hike-In and back to the Lodge in one day . . . needless to say,
these flat-landers were a little spent.
One of my favorite getaways that's close enough to home, yet leaves me feeling
like I'm far, far away. Check it out in our short phone video of the "Hike In"
trail:
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