Let’s be honest, when you think about clear, pristine water, you don’t normally think about Georgia. Most people picture someplace tropical, where you can dip your hand underneath the water and still see it perfectly. But for Georgia, there’s a lot of sediment kicked up, and red clay being knocked around. You can’t really picture clear, pristine water.
And yet, there is one spot that comes to mind—a pure natural wonder for the state. Heralded long ago as one of the most popular swimming holes in Georgia, Blue Hole Falls in Towns County easily tops our list for the clearest, most pristine water in Georgia. Here’s why…
In order to get to Blue Hole Falls, you must hike the High Falls Trail about a 1 mile downhill from the trailhead at Indian Grave Gap Road.
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This stunning waterfall reaches 10-feet in depth, while maintaining a cool temperature of 40-50 degrees Fahrenheit.
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The hike to the falls is filled with lush greenery, and an immense landscape of Georgia flora and fauna.
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The water from High Shoals Creek cascades down the 20-foot rock cliff, into the deep, blue pool of water below.
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Many people visit the ever-popular High Shoal Falls, as well, although there isn’t as nice of a swimming hole attached to it. But it sure does have a beautiful 50-foot waterfall to enjoy.
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People flock from all over to hike the trail and take a dip in the refreshingly clear water.
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If you were looking for one last thing to add to your summer bucket list, then swimming in Blue Hole Falls should be it.
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If you’re looking to round out your summer with a last minute swim, then head to the falls located at:
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Address: Indian Grave Gap Road, Hiawassee, GA 30546
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Thanks to YouTuber John Barker, you can get a taste for what the falls is like before you head out to one of the best swimming holes in Georgia:
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Pretty neat, huh? If Georgia waterfall swimming spots are your jam, then check out These 10 Waterfall Swimming Holes In Georgia Are Perfect For A Summer Day.
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Best Swimming Holes In Georgia June 15, 2019 Marisa Roman Where is the bluest water in Georgia? While Georgia is not necessarily known as a state with blue water, there are still places where you can find water that is bluer than the rest. For instance, Cherokee Falls in Cloudland Canyon State Park is often said to have some particularly blue water. Also, a few of the man-made swimming areas in Georgia are likely to have that turquoise water most people crave. Does Georgia have any man-made swimming holes? Speaking of man-made swimming holes, Georgia has quite a few that can keep you cool during the warmer months. In fact, there are plenty of swimming lakes in Georgia that are man-made, including some popular reservoirs. Lake Sinclair, Lake Chatuge, and West Point Lake are all man-made, from building artificial dams within a river or stream that already existed. Do I need to look out for algae blooms in Georgia? Yes, visitors to Georgia should all be aware of algae blooms which can occur within ponds and lakes in the area. While the algae blooms in Georgia are not as toxic as what occurs along the Florida coastline, visitors to Georgia should still be aware of when and where these blooms can occur. What are the best beaches in Georgia? There are tons of swimming areas in Georgia along the coast that you should experience. We are lucky to live in a state that has coastal access, which means that the beaches are some of the best around. A few notable beaches in Georgia to add to your radar include Tybee Island, Jekyll Island, Cumberland Island, and St. Simons Island. Do any Georgia beaches have waves? While you probably won’t be able to hang-ten as you would on the west coast, Georgia beaches still have waves, depending on where you visit. Tybee Island, for instance, is known to have waves. However, usually many of the beaches in Georgia will remain relatively calm, except during stormy conditions.
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Best Swimming Holes In Georgia
June 15, 2019
Marisa Roman
Where is the bluest water in Georgia? While Georgia is not necessarily known as a state with blue water, there are still places where you can find water that is bluer than the rest. For instance, Cherokee Falls in Cloudland Canyon State Park is often said to have some particularly blue water. Also, a few of the man-made swimming areas in Georgia are likely to have that turquoise water most people crave. Does Georgia have any man-made swimming holes? Speaking of man-made swimming holes, Georgia has quite a few that can keep you cool during the warmer months. In fact, there are plenty of swimming lakes in Georgia that are man-made, including some popular reservoirs. Lake Sinclair, Lake Chatuge, and West Point Lake are all man-made, from building artificial dams within a river or stream that already existed. Do I need to look out for algae blooms in Georgia? Yes, visitors to Georgia should all be aware of algae blooms which can occur within ponds and lakes in the area. While the algae blooms in Georgia are not as toxic as what occurs along the Florida coastline, visitors to Georgia should still be aware of when and where these blooms can occur. What are the best beaches in Georgia? There are tons of swimming areas in Georgia along the coast that you should experience. We are lucky to live in a state that has coastal access, which means that the beaches are some of the best around. A few notable beaches in Georgia to add to your radar include Tybee Island, Jekyll Island, Cumberland Island, and St. Simons Island. Do any Georgia beaches have waves? While you probably won’t be able to hang-ten as you would on the west coast, Georgia beaches still have waves, depending on where you visit. Tybee Island, for instance, is known to have waves. However, usually many of the beaches in Georgia will remain relatively calm, except during stormy conditions.
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While Georgia is not necessarily known as a state with blue water, there are still places where you can find water that is bluer than the rest. For instance, Cherokee Falls in Cloudland Canyon State Park is often said to have some particularly blue water. Also, a few of the man-made swimming areas in Georgia are likely to have that turquoise water most people crave.
Does Georgia have any man-made swimming holes?
Speaking of man-made swimming holes, Georgia has quite a few that can keep you cool during the warmer months. In fact, there are plenty of swimming lakes in Georgia that are man-made, including some popular reservoirs. Lake Sinclair, Lake Chatuge, and West Point Lake are all man-made, from building artificial dams within a river or stream that already existed.
Do I need to look out for algae blooms in Georgia?
Yes, visitors to Georgia should all be aware of algae blooms which can occur within ponds and lakes in the area. While the algae blooms in Georgia are not as toxic as what occurs along the Florida coastline, visitors to Georgia should still be aware of when and where these blooms can occur.
What are the best beaches in Georgia?
There are tons of swimming areas in Georgia along the coast that you should experience. We are lucky to live in a state that has coastal access, which means that the beaches are some of the best around. A few notable beaches in Georgia to add to your radar include Tybee Island, Jekyll Island, Cumberland Island, and St. Simons Island.
Do any Georgia beaches have waves?
While you probably won’t be able to hang-ten as you would on the west coast, Georgia beaches still have waves, depending on where you visit. Tybee Island, for instance, is known to have waves. However, usually many of the beaches in Georgia will remain relatively calm, except during stormy conditions.
