Amicalola Falls State Park: Len Foote Hike Inn to Springer Mountain
Hike from Amicalola Falls State Park in northern Georgia to the southern terminus of the Appalachian Trail at Springer Mountain on this 16.2-mile loop.
This memorable, 16.2-mile loop in Chattahoochee National Forest links Amicalola Falls, Len Foote Hike Inn, and the summit of Springer Mountain. Hike it all in one day, or stay at the Hike Inn for a multi-day trip. The route begins in Amicalola Falls State Park and travels northeast to the Hike Inn Trail–Approach Trail junction. Bear right on Hike Inn Trail to begin a counterclockwise loop past creeks, hardwoods, and mountain laurel.
Less than 5 miles in, the trail passes Len Foote Hike Inn, a twenty room, eco-friendly lodge. Spend the night here (hikers must check in at the Visitors Center before 2:00 p.m.) or continue along the trail, heading northwest. Roughly a mile later, turn right at a 3-way junction for a 6.5-mile out-and-back to Springer Mountain, the southern terminus of the Appalachian Trail.
Enjoy the views from this 3,780-foot peak before backtracking to the 3-way intersection. From here, the route winds southwest for 3.8 miles and reconnects with the Hike Inn Trail–Approach Trail junction; continue straight to return to the parking area. Finish off the hike with a worthy trip to the 729-foot Amicalola Falls, the tallest cascading waterfall east of the Mississippi River.
TO TRAILHEAD: From Atlanta: GA 400 N to GA 53 W to GA 183 N to GA 52 E. From Chattanooga: I-75 S to GA 53 (Rome/Fairmont exit). Turn left (east) on GA 53 toward Fairmont. Remain on GA 53 thru Jasper, GA, then left on Burnt Mountain Rd. Left onto GA 183 N, then right on GA 52 E.
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Amicalola Falls State Park: Len Foote Hike Inn to Springer Mountain
Distance: 16.23 mi
Points: 996
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Points of Interest
AMI001
Location: 34.567481, -84.243456
The trailhead is located at the parking lot just above the 729-foot Amicalola Falls.
Location: 34.569595, -84.241657
Turn right and follow the Hike Inn Trail.
AMI004
Location: 34.587591, -84.227124
Cross a wooden bridge.
AMI005
Location: 34.586187, -84.224571
Cross a wooden bridge.
AMI006
Location: 34.587821, -84.211332
Climb a set of stone steps.
AMI007
Location: 34.588592, -84.210475
Cross a small log bridge.
AMI008
Location: 34.592131, -84.208424
Len Foote Hike Inn: This twenty room, eco-friendly lodge within the boundaries of Amicalola Falls State Park is only accessible by foot. (Note: Hikers must check in at the Visitors Center before 2:00 p.m. to stay at the inn.) For reservations, call 800-581-8032 (10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Monday-Friday).
AMI009
Location: 34.598296, -84.215666
Follow the Ridge Trail on the left.
AMI010
Location: 34.601687, -84.219067
Bear right toward Springer Mountain at the trail junction.
Location: 34.616505, -84.203114
Trail crosses a spring.
AMI015
Location: 34.616915, -84.198404
Pass camp shelter and water supply.
AMI016
Location: 34.626587, -84.193801
Springer Mountain: This mountaintop is also the southern terminus of the Appalachian Trail. After enjoying the view from Springer Mountain, retrace your steps back to AMI010 and bear right at the junction.
AMI017
Location: 34.596774, -84.226571
The trail passes a camping area with several fire rings.
AMI018
Location: 34.586478, -84.238905
A fire ring is located in this clearing.
AMI019
Location: 34.581602, -84.243615
Pass another fire ring.
AMI020
Location: 34.571443, -84.241953
Trail crosses a dirt road and approaches a creek crossing.
AMI021
Location: 34.569616, -84.241774
Continue straight at the trail junction, following signs back to the visitor center.
AMI022
Location: 34.568663, -84.242958
Cross the road.
AMI023
Location: 34.567310, -84.244118
Trail ends at Amicalola Falls.
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