High Falls State Park, a Georgia State Park located near Barnesville, Forsyth and Griffin

HIGH FALLS STATE PARK

HIGH FALLS STATE PARK
76 High Falls Park Drive
Jackson, Georgia 30233

Phone: 912-993-3053
Reservations: 800-864-7275

In the early 1800s, the site was a prosperous industrial town with several stores, a grist mill, cotton gin, blacksmith shop, shoe factory and hotel. High Falls became a ghost town in the 1880s when a major railroad bypassed it. Today, park visitors can enjoy the scenic waterfall on the Towaliga River and hike to the remaining grist mill foundation. A campground, picnic areas and canoe rental are also available. This pretty park in middle Georgia is conveniently located near I-75 and makes a restful side trip for travelers.

For visitor safety, swimming is allowed in the pool only, but not the river or falls. Numerous rocks submerged in the river have deep holes eroded in them, and these can easily trap or injure someone.

Fishing

Located in Georgia, the park offers fishing opportunities on a 650-acre lake. Anglers can catch largemouth bass and catfish.

Fishing from boats is allowed but they must be electric motors only.

A boat ramp provides easy access to the water for anglers with their own vessels.

For those without equipment, there are rental options available including rods, reels and motorized boats.

The dam area of the lake yields catches like hybrid white-striped bass during certain seasons.

Bank fishing is also an option along designated areas around this large body of water.

Crappie fish species are abundant here too which makes it popular among local fishermen.

Location

High Falls State Park is located near Barnesville, Forsyth and Griffin

Nearby Parks

Indian Springs State Park

Piedmont National Wildlife Refuge

Jarrell Plantation Historic Site

Picnicking

High Falls State Park offers numerous picnic spots with grills, tables and beautiful views of the waterfall. Shelters are reservable.

Birding

Birdwatchers can explore over 1,000 acres of diverse habitats. The park is home to various bird species like herons and hawks. Birding trails are available for enthusiasts with binoculars provided at the visitor center.

Visitor Comments, Memories and Reviews

December 29 A little piece of heaven by Laura-Grace

I love to take time to hike down the trail and just sit in the peacefulness of nature. The roar of the river is healing for the mind and soul; while the hike is great for cardio:)

February 8 absolutley amazing by joel overbay

I spent the weekend there with my life partner Wesley, he and I would swim in the beautiful waters, cuddle under the stars, and eat the best smoked ribs from this cute old man who sold them to us. If you have an amazingly beautiful life partner like I do, spend time with him here. I love you Wesley R! I love you too high falls!

June 5 Very Clean and easy access off I-75 by Glen and Belinda

We camped in a fifth wheel and the sites were level, wide, and easy to get into. Lots of pull-throughs. We will visit here again. We stayed in May 2010