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High Falls State Park

In the early 1800s, this site was a prosperous industrial town with several stores, a grist mill, cotton gin, blacksmith shop, shoe factory and hotel.

Just east of I-75, Exit 198
Jackson GA
Phone: 478-993-3053
Phone: 800-864-7275
Web: Visit Site

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Description:

Illustrating how rivers were the birthplace of Georgia’s towns and industries, this site was a prosperous industrial town with several stores, a gristmill, cotton gin, blacksmith shop, shoe factory and hotel. High Falls became a ghost town in the 1880s when a major railroad bypassed it. Today, park visitors can enjoy the scenic waterfall on the Towaliga River and hike to the remaining gristmill foundation.

Features:

ACTIVITIES:
Hiking – 4.5 miles of trails
Fishing
Boating – 2 ramps, private boats allowed, 10 horsepower limit
Canoe and Fishing Boat Rental
Miniature Golf (seasonal)
Swimming Allowed in Pool Only

FACILITIES:
1,050 Acres
650-Acre Lake
112 Tent, Trailer, RV Campsites
5 Picnic Shelters
Screened Group Shelter (seats 125)
Pioneer Campground
Swimming Pool (fee)

Days/Hours/Seasons:

Park Hours: 7AM-10PM
Office Hours: 8AM-5PM

Rates:

Rates vary for state park lodging, campsites, shelters, golf courses and other facilities. Check with the individual park’s website or by telephone to confirm current prices.

Fees:

$3 daily parking fee