Outdoors & Recreation
Known for its outdoor beauty and attractions, Habersham County offers boating,
camping,
hiking, swimming, and the best fly-fishing east of the Mississippi.
Known for its outdoor beauty and attractions, Habersham County offers boating,
camping,
hiking, swimming, and the best fly-fishing east of the Mississippi.
Stretching over two miles with 1,000+ foot plummets, Tallulah Gorge is the most breathtaking canyon in the eastern U.S. Here, you can hike the trails rimming the Gorge and peek over to see how deep it really goes.
Once known as the Niagara Falls of the South, Tallulah Gorge has been a movie filming location and Karl Wallenda tightrope walking venue and is the second most visited state park in Georgia.
Be sure to wear your sneakers and get there early to be one of the lucky 100 who are issued a free permit each day to journey to the bottom of the Gorge. If you ever need a little extra help on your hike, walking sticks, water bottles, and more are available at the gift shop. Remember to stay hydrated and have fun out there!
In Habersham County, you can actually go chasing waterfalls! All you need is your backpack, water bottle, and a pair of legs and you’re ready to meet the spray.
Note: slippery rocks and fast-moving water can be extremely dangerous! Please don’t climb, stand on, swim near, or jump from any waterfall.
Directions
From Tallulah Falls, take U.S. 23-441 north for 3 miles to Rabun
Beach Recreation Area and turn left on Old 441. Go 2.5 miles and
turn left on Lake Rabun Road. Go 1 mile past the Recreation Area and
turn left on Low Gap Road (look for Flat Creek Community sign).
Follow Bear Gap Road (which forks to the left) 1.5 miles to
Minnehaha Trail on right side of road.
Directions
Take U.S. 23-441 north from Clarkesville for 10 miles to the Panther
Creek Recreation Area. The western end of the trail starts across
the highway from the recreation area. The eastern end of the trail
is accessible by driving west on Yonah Dam Road.
Directions
Take U.S. 23-441 north from Clarkesville for 10 miles to the Panther
Creek Recreation Area. The western end of the trail starts across
the highway from the recreation area. The eastern end of the trail
is accessible by driving west on Yonah Dam Road. Angel Falls is
approximately 1 mile beyond Panther Creek Falls.
Ready to tee off on one of Habersham County’s beautiful golf courses? Two courses with that beautiful Habersham County charm are favorites of visitors and residents.
Head over to the Soque River to catch trout that range from the meager 3 lbs to the gargantuan 12. Release them back into the water or take a few home for dinner.
Local outfitters, such as Blackhawk Fly Fishing and Fern Valley on the Soque can set you up with gear and a guide.
Book your trusty steed (or bring your own) and trek with a group along the beautiful trails of Habersham. Learn about the wilderness from your equine transportation and make a new furry friend as you trot along in the North Georgia mountains. Sunburst Adventure Stables provides the horse and the guide for one to three hours of trailriding bliss.
Get your adrenaline pumping as you zipline across North Georgia’s breathtaking canopies. Here you can have a bird’s eye view of wooded mountains as you feel the wind flow through your helmet. Lines range from the kid friendly to the adventure-seeking adult.
The folks at Sunburst Adventures have made ziplining fun and safe for everyone, from 2 to 102. They also have kayaking and ATV riding.