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Amicalola Falls State Park & Lodge

2.5 star property
Hikers explore mountain trails, thrill-seekers zip through forest canopies, then savor hearty American dishes after adventure.

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Amicalola Falls State Park & Lodge, in peaceful mountains, offers retreats with gardens and a playground. Enjoy American cuisine at Cascades restaurant or relax at the bar. The park features hiking, biking, archery, and zipline adventures, with dedicated staff.

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Popular amenities

  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Business services
  • Housekeeping

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About the neighborhood

Located in Dawsonville, Amicalola Falls State Park & Lodge is in the mountains and in a state park. Gold City Corral and Big Canoe Outdoor Tennis Center are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Burt's Pumpkin Farm and Atlanta Motorsports Park. Take an opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as fishing. Visit our Dawsonville travel guide
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418 Amicalola Falls Lodge Road, Dawsonville, GA, 30534

What's nearby

  • Amicalola Falls State Park
    Amicalola Falls State Park
    1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Amicalola Falls in autumn Georgia
    Amicalola Falls
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Lake Lanier
    Lake Lanier
    36 min drive - 29.5 miles
  • Appalachian National Scenic Trailhead - South Terminus
    2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • West Ridge Spring Trail
    12 min walk - 0.7 miles

Getting around

  • Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
    103 min drive

Restaurants

  • Secret Garden
    16 min drive
  • Forrest Hills Mt Resort Hideaway Restaurant
    16 min drive
  • Oar House
    12 min drive
  • The Maple Restaurant
    1 min walk
  • Amicalola Falls Park Dining Hall
    1 min walk

About this property

Amicalola Falls State Park & Lodge

Lodge near Amicalola Falls State Park
At Amicalola Falls State Park & Lodge, you can look forward to a terrace, a garden, and a playground. The on-site American cuisine buffet restaurant, Cascades, offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Enjoy onsite activities like ziplining, hiking/biking, and archery. A business center and a bar are available to all guests.
Other perks include:
  • Free self parking
  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), a 24-hour front desk, and barbecue grills
  • A front-desk safe, meeting rooms, and tour/ticket assistance
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff and location
Room features
All 57 rooms boast comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, as well as perks like safes. Guest reviews say good things about the clean rooms at the property.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with free toiletries and hair dryers
  • TVs with premium channels
  • Coffee/tea makers, heating, and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: USD 3 to 17 for adults and USD 3 to 11 for children
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Cascades

Things to do

  • Archery
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Playground
  • Ziplining

Family friendly

  • Playground
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Business center
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • In a state park
  • In the mountains
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Resort fee: USD 15.12 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
  • Additional inclusions
  • In-room bottled water
  • In-room coffee
  • Internet access
  • Newspaper
  • Phone calls
  • WiFi access (may be limited)

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately USD 3 to 17 for adults, and USD 3 to 11 for children

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

We should mention

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

Frequently asked questions

Is Amicalola Falls State Park & Lodge pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Amicalola Falls State Park & Lodge?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Amicalola Falls State Park & Lodge?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Amicalola Falls State Park & Lodge located?

Situated in a state park, this lodge is steps from Chattahoochee National Forest and Amicalola Falls State Park. Appalachian National Scenic Trailhead - South Terminus and Amicalola Falls are also within 15 minutes.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Amicalola Falls State Park & Lodge Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.0

Cleanliness

9.4

Location

9.0

Staff & service

8.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 641 out of 997 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 219 out of 997 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 86 out of 997 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 20 out of 997 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 31 out of 997 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our favorite part was watching the sunset while eating at the lodge restaurant.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Shannon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Attractive property, excellent view, roomy and comfortable public spaces. The hallways could use fresh paint and new carpet. We a good meal at the restaurant buffet.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Raven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
good parking and customer service
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Yvette

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This Lodge is ABSOLUTELY beautiful ❤️ Rooms are very clean and the staff is very sweet.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Debolina

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, helpful and friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We loved the mountain view from our room. The lodge was perfect for us and we enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Allen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Your staff is excellent. Everyone was friendly and helpful. Room was perfect and loved the view out the huge windows. We had a terrific weekend trip.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Front desk staff were super friendly and accommodating. Housekeeping staff were great also. Room was clean, fast check-in and check-out and the falls were gorgeous.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

dinko

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Room was not clean. It was so incredibly dusty. Just very half done housekeeping. The shower curtain also filthy. But honestly the location and views really took this hotel above and beyond.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Irene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The staff was great! The restaurant delicious. The room had an awesome view. The falls were close by. It was excellent!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Klarissamae

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
accommodating staff!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

George

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The lodge, built in the early 1990s, is kept in excellent condition. Rooms are a little small but comfortable. Every room has a glorious view of the mountains. Service staff is exceptionally friendly and helpful.
Sunrise from window in our room.
Sunset
Daylight view of mountains.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Yilian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
views were outstanding. The food at the restaurant was amazing!!! The breakfast top notch. It was near everything and my family and I took great pictures. This place was definitely one of my favorites would come back again!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Geri

Liked: Cleanliness
A beautiful place with friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cecille

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
They let us check in little early, as soon as the room was available. We appreciate it very much. This was our 2nd time here and really enjoyed both stays. Clean rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Fran

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The food was delicious. Room very clean. Staff was so nice. We loved the bird show.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lori

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful view, clean rooms, and the staff was great!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Louis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Rooms were nice. Friendly staff. The restaurant has a decent menu. The view made it 5 stars. The waterfall is amazing. Would definitely go back.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tasha

Gorgeous view, good experience, nice beds.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kwame

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff was very accommodating. The room was clean and very spacious. We loved the mountain view.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Ashley

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great lodge! Could use more help in the dining area as there appears to be a staffing shortage. Waiting can be an issue. But overall a wonderful place to stay and hike in GA.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Curt

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, spacious, and quiet with a great view of the mountains.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was perfect – from the bedroom to the restaurant to the View to the staff to the hiking…
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

JANET

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really nice lodge . The view from the room is fabulous! The dining room has a nice view too and has a good menu. We walked from the lodge to the top of the falls.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Edward

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Food onsite was good. Staff was friendly
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025