Located on Johns Mtn. in the Chattahoochee National Forest approximately 30 minutes southwest of Dalton, GA, or about 30 minutes northwest of Resaca, GA. this 2.5 mile hike is moderately difficult.

The trail is in the heart of the Chattahoochee Nat'l Forest and features a mile long drive over a winding gravel road to a reasonably well serviced trailhead featuring outhouse bathrooms, a picnic area, open grills, and a gravel approach trail. After about 300 yards you'll come to a fork in the trail. take the right, you'll have a much easier time getting up the mountain. there are more switchbacks, but it's a better developed trail that's less steep or rocky. This will take you across a small stream about 4-8 feet across, depending on the water level there will be stepping stones, otherwise do not attempt to continue the hike without a spare pair of socks as fording the stream at that level can be dangerous. Continuing uphill you'll be brought through what appears to be a burn scar from a wildfire that i can find no record of. after about 30 minutes of more or less continuous uphill hiking you'll come to a bend in the trail as it follows the southeastern ridgeline of the mountain. you will encounter the first of several breathtaking views that is totally unobstructed by trees or rocks. A total panorama of the valley that lies beneath and the eastern edge of the Dug Mountain range notable for housing the northern stretch of the Pinhoti Trail. Continuing on, you will come to a section of large steps carved out of the natural rock face. these offer another fork in the path, if you continue right and uphill you will be led to an overlook offering a view of the waterfall and the valley beyond, another, more secluded overlook with similar views, just omitting the waterfall, and the additional 2 mile loop around the summit of Johns Mtn.

When you continue to the left, however, the trail leads you underneath the waterfall for another solid view and a unique experience. The trail continues still (it's important to note that this section is very muddy almost year round no matter the water level of the creek.) to another waterfall, this time prior to the beaten path. this offers a good, and relatively safe, opportunity to allow younger children to take a break and climb on the rocks or play in the water as you catch your breath for the downhill portion of the hike. It is at this point you will have to ford a small stream for a second and final time. The trail remains straightforward and steep until it reunites with the approach trail.

Although i went on a cloudy day it appears that, at least during off-peak months, the trail remains fairly secluded and empty despite the stunning views and 2 waterfalls. This hike is moderately strenuous but makes for a great family outing. I highly recommend this hike for moderately experienced hikers of all ages.