DeSoto Falls Campground
- 23
- sites
- Mar–May, Aug–Nov
- best months
Is DeSoto Falls Campground open right now?
Closure in the area
There's a closure order in Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forests. It doesn't name DeSoto Falls Campground, so check the source for the area it covers (4 listed).
Bear Creek Road, FS 241, Temporarily Closed
Agency closure covering Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forests · USFS · Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forests
Prescribed fire on Oconee Ranger District at Jasper County
Agency closure covering Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forests · USFS · Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forests
Muskrat Road, FS 218, Temporarily Closed
Agency closure covering Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forests · USFS · Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forests
Flash Flood Awareness
Agency closure covering Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forests · USFS · Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forests
Lake Winfield Scott closed except fishing pier
Agency alert covering Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forests · USFS · Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forests
As of · Source: USFS · Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forests. Agencies don't list every closure — check before you go.
- 23 sites for group and RV and tent campingReservable on Recreation.gov
- At 2,026 ft
- Blue Ridge Ranger DistrictChattahoochee-Oconee National Forests · Chestatee Wildlife Management Area
DeSoto Falls Campground offers a scenic camping experience in Georgia's beautiful backcountry, featuring tent and RV sites nestled in a forested setting near cascading waterfalls and mountain streams. The campground provides a great base for exploring nearby hiking trails, fishing opportunities, and waterfall viewing in the region. Whether you're seeking a peaceful retreat or an active outdoor adventure, this Georgia campground delivers easy access to natural attractions.
Local outfitters
- North Georgia Ultimate Canopy Tours26 mi away
- Hiwassee Outfitters47 mi away
Not on Roamze yet. Their page has how to reach them.
Best time to go · Mar–May, Aug–Nov
Best time to visit DeSoto Falls Campground
Best months: March–May and August–November. Best months have typical highs of 55–85 °F, lows of 30 °F or warmer (32 °F where the station doesn't record snow), at most one snowy day and no more than 12 wet days.
Jan
49° / 25°
12 wet
Feb
53° / 28°
12 wet
Mar
60° / 34°
12 wet
Apr
69° / 41°
11 wet
May
76° / 50°
12 wet
Jun
82° / 58°
13 wet
Jul
85° / 62°
13 wet
Aug
84° / 61°
12 wet
Sep
80° / 55°
9 wet
Oct
70° / 43°
10 wet
Nov
61° / 33°
10 wet
Dec
52° / 29°
12 wet
Typical high / low (°F) and days with rain or snow, 1991–2020. Measured at Blairsville Exp Stn, GA, 10.3 mi away at 1,949 ft. This station doesn't record snowfall. Source: NOAA NCEI U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020.
Closures we've recorded since August 2026
Spring 2026 Forest-wide Fire Restrictions
Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forests · Order dated April 23, 2026; seen Aug 23, 2026 → lifted Oct 13, 2026 · Forest Service
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DeSoto Falls Campground
23 sites for group and RV and tent camping
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