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Cloudland Canyon State Park

Rediscover nature's role through the ages by exploring Cloudland Canyon State Park’s water-carved canyons and caves surrounded by the breathtaking views and rugged geology of the Cumberland Plateau.

Admission Fee
Lodging
Visitor or Nature Center
Restrooms
Drinking Fountain or Potable Water
Trails
Camping
RV Hookups
Picnic Area
Two children look over Cloudland Canyon
Handicapped Access: Yes: Lodging, Campgrounds, Restrooms, Picnic Shelters, Main Overlook Trail, Playgrounds. An All-Terrain Georgia Action Trackchair is available for use.
Important Information: The Visitor Center is under construction. Temporary Visitor Center is at Group Lodge. Follow the red and white signs. Road work is being done at our entrance. Expect one lane traffic with flaggers during the day.

About This Site

Hours

Open year-round from 7am to 10pm.

Location

Georgia Department of Natural Resources, State Parks & Historic Sites
122 Cloudland Canyon Park Road, Rising Fawn, GA 30738
(706) 657-4050

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Cloudland Canyon State Park

Amenities

Amenity Available
Admission Fee ✓
Lodging ✓
Visitor or Nature Center ✓
Restrooms ✓
Drinking Fountain or Potable Water ✓
Trails ✓
Boardwalk ✕
Camping ✓
RV Hookups ✓
Picnic Area ✓
Kayaking or Canoeing ✕

Located on the western edge of Lookout Mountain, Cloudland Canyon is one of the largest and most scenic parks in the state. Home to thousand-foot deep canyons, sandstone cliffs, wild caves, waterfalls, cascading creeks, dense woodland and abundant wildlife, the park offers ample outdoor recreation.

Featured Birds

Barred Owl Barred Owl
Broad-winged Hawk Broad-winged Hawk
Brown-headed Nuthatch Brown-headed Nuthatch
Brown Thrasher Brown Thrasher
Dark-eyed Junco Dark-eyed Junco

Hiking and mountain biking trails abound. The most popular hiking paths include the short Overlook Trail, strenuous Waterfalls Trail and moderate West Rim Loop Trail. Mountain biking is available at the newly developed Five Points Recreation Area and along the Cloudland Connector Trail. The park also offers disc golf, a fishing pond, trails for horseback riding, picnicking and overlooks for wildlife viewing.

Iconic birds include: Black-throated Green Warbler, Pine Warbler, Blue-headed Vireo, Chimney Swift, Hooded Warbler, Broad-winged Hawk, Scarlet Tanager, and Black-and-white Warbler.

Photo Gallery

Cloudland Canyon Courtesy of Georgia State Parks
Fall Foliage at Cloudland Canyon State Park © Photo Courtesy of Georgia State Parks and Historic Sites
Cloudland Canyon Courtesy of Georgia State Parks
Overlook at Cloudland Canyon State Park © Photo Courtesy of Georgia State Parks and Historic Sites
Cloudland Canyon Courtesy of Georgia State Parks
Waterfall at Cloudland Canyon State Park © Photo Courtesy of Georgia State Parks and Historic Sites
Cloudland Canyon Courtesy of Georgia State Parks
Waterfall in Winter at Cloudland Canyon State Park © Photo Courtesy of Georgia State Parks and Historic Sites
Cloudland Canyon Courtesy of Georgia State Parks
Boardwalk at Cloudland Canyon State Park © Photo Courtesy of Georgia State Parks and Historic Sites

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