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Raven Cliff Falls

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Raven Cliff Falls

Helen, GA · North Georgia Mountains$$5 per vehicle per day

About

Raven Cliff Falls comes through a split in a rock face outside Helen. Behind the split the water drops about 60 feet, then 20 into a deep pool, then 20 more to Dodd Creek. The trailhead on Hwy 348 has no drinking water.

Highlights

Falls through a split rock faceAbout 5 miles round tripThree more waterfalls on Dodd Creek30-car lot with a vault toilet

Getting there

Richard Russell Scenic Highway (GA 348), Helen, GA 30545

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