Tallulah Gorge State Park

Tallulah Falls along the Tallulah River rules at this Georgia state park. Hike along several miles of trails near and around this 1,000-foot-deep gorge. Karl Wallenda, from the legendary tightrope-walking family, once traversed the gorge. You can see the towers he used to secure the cables.

Start your tour with the suspension bridge 80 feet above the river. Here, you have a clear view of the falls. Keep going deeper into the gorge for an up-close view.

Make sure to get your free permit at the visitor's center before descending. Only 100 people per day can hike the bottom of the gorge. Play around on the rocks, splash in the water, and feel the mist on your skin.

Go for an easy hike along an old railroad bed. Bring along a stroller or a bike on this paved path. Follow 10 miles of hilly terrain if you're an avid mountain biker.

Reserve one of 50 tent, trailer, and RV campsites. Choose a pioneer campground or one of the rustic Adirondack shelters for seclusion.