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GA |
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Located on the western edge of Lookout Mountain, this is one of the most scenic parks in the state, offering rugged geology and exceptional hiking. The park straddles a deep gorge cut into the mountain by Sitton Gulch Creek, and elevation differs from 800 to 1,980 feet. The most spectacular view into the canyon is an easy walk from the picnic area; however, hikers can also explore a rim trail or journey to the canyon floor by a series of staircases. Two waterfalls cascade over layers of sandstone and shale into pools below, with their flow depending on recent rains. This Waterfalls Trail is part of the popular Canyon Climbers Club. Overnight guests can choose from cottages near the canyon edge, a modern campground and spacious, walk-in tent sites. Backpackers can enjoy camping in a hemlock grove on the 2-mile Backcountry Loop. |
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LOCATED ON GA HWY 136, 8 MILES E OF TRENTON AND EXIT 11 OFF I-59, OR 50 MILES W OF RESACA AND I-75 (EXIT 320) ON GA HWY 136. |
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ACCOMMODATIONS & FACILITIES: 3,488 Acres 16 Cottages ($160-$210) -- #6 and #7 are dog friendly ($45 per dog, max 2) 72 Tent, Trailer, RV Campsites ($27-$33) 30 Walk-in Campsites ($20-$25) 10 Yurts ($100) 13 Backcountry Campsites ($8-$10/person) 5 Picnic Shelters ($30) 1 Group Shelter (seats 175, $75 - $115) Pioneer Campground ($55) Group Lodge (sleeps 40, $225-$275) Gift Shop |
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CLOUDLAND CANYON STATE PARK |
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530148 |
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http://www.reserveamerica.com/campsiteSearch.do?contractCode=GA&parkId=530148&cmp=39-32--joewils |
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For reservation inquiries please call 1-800-864-7275. For Park inquiries please contact the park at 706-657-4050. A Parkpass is required for all vehicles. Price for parkpasses are not included with the reservation. ParkPass fees are as follow: 1-12 passenger vehicles $5 per day or $50 annual ParkPass; 13 - 30 passenger vehicles $30 per day or $75 annual ParkPass; 31 or more passenger vehicles $70 per day or $250 annual ParkPass; Georgia active duty military/veterans $3.75 per day or $37.50 annual ParkPass. Overnight guests pay only one fee for the duration of their stay. The daily ParkPass is valid at all state parks visited the same day and is not valid at state historic sites. |
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Calhoun, Georgia / Gordon County Chattanooga, Tennessee Chief Vann House State Historic Site Dalton, Georgia Incline Railway James H.(Sloppy) Floyd State Park Lookout Mountain New Echota State Historic Site Rock City Ruby Falls Tennessee Aquarium |
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Cloudland Canyon State Park is located on the western edge of Lookout Mountain and is the part of the Cumberland Plateau. The developed section of the park is located between the two canyons of Bear Creek and Daniel Creek, just before they come together to form the larger Sitton's Gulch Creek. Two waterfalls cascade over layers of sandstone and shale into pools below, with their flow depending on recent rains. |
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THINGS TO DO & SEE: Hiking - 4.8-mile West Rim Loop, 2-mile Waterfalls Trail, 2-mile Backcountry Loop, 14-mile Cloudland Connector Trail, 6.5-mile Sitton's Gulch Trail, Canyon Climbers Club Hiking, Caving & Camping with Georgia Girl Guides Mountain Biking -- 30 miles of trails Horseback Riding -- 12 miles of trails, no stables or horse rentals Disc Golf ($4, annual pass available) Picnicking GeoCaching Tennis Fishing Weddings (park approval required) |