Anna Ruby Falls

Anna Ruby Falls is famous for its unique twin waterfall formation, where two separate creeks (Curtis Creek dropping 50 feet and York Creek dropping 153 feet) merge at the base to form Smith Creek. Named after the daughter of a 19th-century landowner, it is one of Georgia's most accessible and photographed waterfalls, drawing visitors for its scenic beauty and family-friendly paved trail.

No. Swimming is not permitted at Anna Ruby Falls; it is a protected scenic area within the Chattahoochee National Forest. Please verify on the official website before you go.

Dogs are allowed on-leash on the paved trail to the falls. Please verify on the official website before you go.

Parking fee required: $5 per vehicle (subject to change). No separate entry or permit fee beyond parking. Please verify on the official website before you go.

There is a paved parking area at the Anna Ruby Falls Visitor Center with ample spaces. Parking fee applies ($5 per vehicle as of recent years, subject to change). The trailhead is adjacent to the parking area. Please verify on the official website before you go.

About 0.8 km / 0.5 mi one-way (1.6 km / 1 mi return) from the visitor center parking area on a paved trail. Please verify on the official website before you go.

Easy. The paved, wheelchair-accessible trail has a gradual uphill grade with benches along the way and only modest elevation gain. Please verify on the official website before you go.

Spring (March–May) for peak water flow from snowmelt and rain, and fall (October–November) for stunning autumn foliage along the trail. Please verify on the official website before you go.

From the visitor center parking area, follow the paved trail that climbs gradually alongside Smith Creek. The trail features interpretive signs about the forest ecosystem and benches for rest. At the trail's end, a viewing platform offers views of the twin waterfalls formed by Curtis and York Creeks merging. The path is well-maintained and suitable for wheelchairs and strollers.

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