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Amicalola Falls

Amicalola Falls
Amicalola Falls.JPG
(view from the 'Reflecting Pool' at bottom)
Amicalola Falls is located in Georgia (U.S. state)
Amicalola Falls
Location Dawson County, Georgia, United States
Coordinates 34°34′3″N 84°14′40″W / 34.56750°N 84.24444°W / 34.56750; -84.24444Coordinates: 34°34′3″N 84°14′40″W / 34.56750°N 84.24444°W / 34.56750; -84.24444
Type Cascade
Elevation 1,900 ft (580 m)
Total height 729 feet (222 m)
Watercourse Little Amicalola Creek

Amicalola Falls is a 729-foot (222 m) waterfall in Dawson County, Georgia, United States. It the highest waterfall in Georgia and is considered to be one of the Seven Natural Wonders of Georgia. The name "Amicalola" is derived from a Cherokee language word meaning "tumbling waters". It is located within Amicalola Falls State Park.



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