So I'm disabled. Can't walk a very long time. But would love to go swimming in the falls. How long is the hike to the swimming place?

Jennifer Hopkins | Jul 22, 2019 | Category: Hiking area in Hiawassee, Georgia

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Address: 1333 Indian Grave Gap Rd, Hiawassee, GA 30546, USA

Daniel Worster | Jul 23, 2019

Can't really "swim", but for a shorter hike to nice falls, I would suggest Minnehaha falls or maybe sea creek falls. Sea creek falls was less crowded and you can fully "dip". Also, for a good description of various falls, go here. https://www.atlantatrails.com/hiking-trails/high-shoals-falls-trail-blue-hole-falls/

Gary Morris | Jul 23, 2019

The walk is about a mile and a half down a rather step decline, but!! Sport type wheelchair for marathons and things of that nature would work very well if somebody could push you. It is a great place and experience I hope you can make it.

Linc Stallings | Jul 23, 2019

A good shorter hike that you can make as long as you want is Hemlock Falls on Moccasin Creek near Lake Burron. Its 3/4 to 1 mile from the trailhead, has a great swimming hole, and usually isn't too crowded. An easier hike and little more visited swimming hole is at Helton Creek Falls near Blairsville.

Spimothy Leary | Jul 23, 2019

Agree with Daniel. Good post

Chris Shattles | Jul 23, 2019

If you're able to park near the trail head, the hike is approximately 2 hours round trip. The hike involves narrow passages, rocky terrain as well as a small stream you'll have to walk through.

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