ファニン郡の天然記念物・トップ7

This small waterfall is a reliable spot to refill your bottles and a peaceful place to pause and take in the surrounding forest.

Springer Mountain is essentially a small rocky plateau with a few views, known for being the southern end of the Appalachian Trail. The trail from Amicalola Falls State Park is beautiful. Camping is not permitted on the summit plateau, but the Springer Mountain Shelter is just 600 feet to the north.

Long Creek Falls makes for a beautiful spot to rest and snack, enjoy some shade, and cool off.

From up next to the falls, you can get views of some of the mountain peaks in the Cohutta Wilderness. Views from the base are of the cascades making up the falls and the large pool at the bottom. The strength of the falls is based on the season, but the spring and summer months always seem to have a decent flow of water.

This is the southern end of the famed 2,135 mile Appalachian Trail, also called "The Green Tunnel". You will find a metal plaque indicating the southern terminus. You can get here by taking the 8.5 mile approach trail from Amicalola State Park.

From up next to the falls, you can get views of some of the mountain peaks in the Cohutta Wilderness. Views from the base are of the cascades making up the falls and the large pool at the bottom. The strength of the falls is based on the season, but the spring and summer months always seem to have a decent flow of water.

Rice Camp Creek has many branches and is actually a branch of Jacks River, itself. The trail alongside the creek crosses the water on several occasions, sometimes calling for wet feel. The creek attracts different animals, making this wilderness area an excellent spot for viewing wildlife.

Even MTB riders will want to take a minute to appreciate the southern terminus of the Appalachian Trail here. The plaque belies the effort and dedication it takes backpackers to travel the trail's roughly 2,190 miles on foot.