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Anna Ruby Falls

A rare twin waterfall where two separate creeks plunge side by side into a misty forest pool in Georgia's Blue Ridge Mountains.

When
Jan — Dec, peak Oct — Apr
Best viewing
A short paved walk through lush forest leads to a dramatic double waterfall; the experience is relatively brief but visually rewarding.
Category
Water & Ice
Status
In season

About this spectacle

Anna Ruby Falls is a striking double waterfall tucked within the Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forest in the Blue Ridge Mountains of north Georgia. Two separate streams — York Creek and Curtis Creek — tumble down adjacent rocky chutes before merging at the base into Smith Creek. The falls roar with energy after spring rains and winter snowmelt, filling the surrounding hemlock and hardwood forest with a cool, misty atmosphere. A short, paved trail leads visitors through a lush streamside corridor alive with wildflowers in spring and vivid foliage in autumn. The sound of the combined cascade is immersive, and the mist drifts gently across the viewing area. The verdant canyon feels secluded despite being relatively accessible, making it a rewarding stop in Georgia's mountain country.

When to go

Jan — Dec, peak Oct — Apr

Getting there

Nearest airport: AVL. Nearest city: Gainesville.

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