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Helen Georgia Dukes Creek Falls

Be prepared for a decent hike that’s just a little over 1 mile long. You need to be in fairly decent shape to conquer this hike. There is one observation deck that’s easily assessable approximately a (.1) mile hike from the parking area. If you just park and walk down to the first observation deck, you can see the falls, but it is a very distant view. If you just want to observe the falls from this point, you really need to bring a decent pair of binoculars.

If you plan to hike all the way to the falls, be aware it is a (1.1) mile hike downhill all the way. You really need to keep in mind that the trip back will be uphill all the way. If you are not in decent shape, you will really need to pace yourself for this hike. Just walk slow and easy, and rest along the way.

The scenery along the way is awesome.

Dukes Creek Falls is a 300’ drop from Davis Creek down into the Dukes Creek Gorge. There is a lot of very loud rushing water that will overtake your senses. I personally carried my mp3 player with me, and listened to my John Denver collection along the way (Sooo 70’s), once I arrived at the falls; I lied down on one of the deck benches and took in the music, the sounds, and the beauty for thirty minutes. It was a great experience. Stop, and take the time to slow down, take in, experience, and enjoy this entire trip.

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