VISITOR CENTER

Anna Ruby Falls Visitor Center & Recreation Area

Location
3455 Anna Ruby Falls Road
Helen, GA 30545
Phone
706.878.1448
Hours

Open Year Round
7 days a week
9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
LAST TICKET SALE 5 PM

HOLIDAY CLOSINGS:
Thanksgiving Day
Christmas Eve
Christmas Day

Admission

$6/adult (Ages 16+)

Free for children 15 and younger.

Have you been here?

Anna Ruby Falls lies in the heart of the Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forest and has become one of North Georgia’s premier vacation destinations.

Spectacular Anna Ruby Falls, operated by FIND Outdoors in partnership with the U.S. Forest Service, is located in the heart of the Chattahoochee Oconee National Forest and is one of North Georgia’s premier destinations. The Recreation Area features a visitor center and gift shop offering local gifts, souvenirs, educational items, and clothing, as well as picnic areas and a paved hiking trail leading to the famous twin waterfalls. Throughout the year, the visitor center hosts public programs and seasonal activities for visitors of all ages, making Anna Ruby Falls a perfect destination for families and nature enthusiasts.

Plan Your Visit

We’ve created an easy way to plan your visit, so you know everything you need before you head out and your trip goes smoother from the start. Click here to learn more!

Social Media

Follow along for the latest updates on weather interruptions, hours, plus upcoming events and programs. See what’s happening at the falls and experience Anna Ruby Falls through the seasons by following us on Facebook at Anna Ruby Falls and on Instagram at @AnnaRubyFalls.

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Directions

From Helen, GA, head west on GA-17 N/GA-75 N/N Main St/Unicoi Turnpike toward White Strasse. Turn right onto GA-356 E. Slight left onto Anna Ruby Falls Rd. Turn left to stay on Anna Ruby Falls Rd. Slight left.

FIND Your Next Adventure

Amenities
  • Gift Shops
  • Visitor Center
  • Upper and Lower Observation decks
  • Snacks & Drinks
  • Picnic Areas
  • Restrooms
Things to do…
  • Two Waterfalls
  • Interpretive Trail (0.8mi)
  • Hiking Trails
  • Wildlife Viewing
  • Lion’s Eye Trail (Accessible)

Educational Activities

Jr. Ranger Program

The Jr. Ranger program at FIND Outdoors introduces visitors to the seven Leave No Trace principles in a fun and easy to understand way. Each FREE booklet provides games, things to talk about around a campfire, and different “Ranger Missions” to explore each of the Leave No Trace principles.  

Ask about becoming a Jr. Ranger the next time you visit a FIND Outdoors site!

Find Outdoors Tours

FIND Outdoors Tours & Field Trips

Education is integral to FIND Outdoors’ mission, we offer educational programs, field trips and tours at all of the visitor centers and campgrounds we manage. Whether you use our self-guided Junior Ranger booklet to become a Leave No Trace advocate or visit with a school field trip, we love seeing children, adults and families explore, learn about and enjoy their public lands.

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