Keown Falls Picnic Area and Trailhead

Facility · Georgia ·

Managed by the USDA Forest Service

Johns Mountain Wildlife Management Area · Open Access

982 ft
Elevation

A fabulous day-hiking opportunity for young and old awaits visitors at the Keown Falls Recreation Area.  With picnicking, dramatic vistas and a hike to the Keown Falls and overlook that even Grandma can handle, this little gem is sure to become one of your favorite waterfall viewing spots.

Getting there

From I-75 Exit 320 near Resaca, GA, go west on highway 136 for 7 miles.  At stop sign, turn right to stay on highway 136 for another 7 miles.  Turn left on Pocket County Road and continue for 5 miles. Turn right on Forest Service Road 702 and proceed 0.6 miles to picnic area.
 

34.61359, -85.08810 · 34°36'48.9"N 85°5'17.2"W

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Typical weather

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Precip in5.25.35.14.53.83.63.84.24.23.64.15.0

1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 7.5 mi away — not measured at the facility itself, and elevation can make a real difference over that distance.

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Can you reserve a site at Keown Falls Picnic Area and Trailhead?
No. Keown Falls Picnic Area and Trailhead is not reservable through Recreation.gov, so sites are first-come, first-served or booked elsewhere.

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Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-02-25.

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