Tallulah Gorge Rim and Floor Trail is a premier hiking destination in Rabun County, Georgia, covering 2.5 miles with 600ft of elevation gain. Stats: 2.5 miles, 600ft gain, Moderate. Type: Loop. Surface: Rock/Paved. Time: 2 hours. Fee: $5 GA park fee. Dogs: Yes. Permit: No. Wildlife: peregrine falcons, white-tailed deer, herons, river otters, timber rattlesnakes. Best seasons: Spring for peak waterfall flow in the gorge; fall for foliage on the 1,000-foot rim walls. Tallulah Gorge is nearly 1,000 feet deep and 2 miles long with six major waterfalls. Rim trail overlooks and optional gorge-floor permit access make this one of Georgia's most dramatic hikes. Pack plenty of water and layers. Mountain weather in the southern Appalachians can change rapidly — always check the forecast. Leave No Trace: stay on trail, pack out all waste, respect wildlife.