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Tallulah Falls Beach

Swimming lake · Tallulah Falls, Georgia

Cold water — serious cold-shock risk today

Cold water

Cold water — serious cold-shock risk today: water temperature is 57°F, cold enough to cause cold-water shock on sudden immersion.

  • Water temp 57°F (14°C)
  • Streamflow 31 ft³/s
  • Gage height 1.85 ft

Live, provisional data from USGS gauge TALLULAH R AT TERRORA PWRHSE, NR TALLULAH FALLS,GA (0.9 mi away), as of Oct 29, 4:30 AM gauge-local time.

Why, sources & official advisories
  • Water temperature is 57°F, cold enough to cause cold-water shock on sudden immersion. — USGS gauge 02181350, as of Oct 29, 4:30 AM gauge-local time
  • Flow is below the 25th percentile for Oct 29 (median 70 ft³/s over 11 years). — USGS daily streamflow statistics, as of Oct 29, 4:30 AM gauge-local time

No official beach-advisory feed for Georgia yet — follow posted signs and local guidance.

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It’s 57°F at Tallulah Falls Beach now. We check the water daily and email you once when it reaches your temperature.

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Editor's Notes
Tallulah Falls Beach is the public swimming beach on the 63-acre lake Georgia Power created in 1914 behind the Tallulah Falls Dam. It sits inside Tallulah Gorge State Park, at the Terrora day-use area above a canyon nearly 1,000 feet deep.

What’s swimming here?

Fish recorded within 2 km: Bluegill.

1 fish species in 1 public record within 2 km of Tallulah Falls Beach since 2000.

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Data: GBIF.org occurrence records, CC0 and CC BY only (iNaturalist research-grade observations). Common names: USGS NAS. Non-native flags: USGS NAS. These are sightings and specimens people reported, not a survey: a fish missing from the list may still live here.

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Tallulah Falls Beach?
Tallulah Falls Beach is a swimming lake in Tallulah Falls, Georgia.
What is the water temperature at Tallulah Falls Beach?
As of October 29, 2026, the water temperature at Tallulah Falls Beach in Tallulah Falls, Georgia is 57°F (14°C), measured by USGS gauge 02181350, 0.9 miles away.
Can you swim at Tallulah Falls Beach?
Cold water — serious cold-shock risk today: water temperature is 57°F, cold enough to cause cold-water shock on sudden immersion. Checked October 29, 2026.
How is Tallulah Falls Beach rated?
Tallulah Falls Beach in Tallulah Falls, Georgia has an average visitor rating of 4.5 out of 5, based on 30 reviews.
What amenities does Tallulah Falls Beach have?
Visitor-listed amenities at Tallulah Falls Beach include camping-nearby.

Location & Contact

Tallulah Falls, GA 30573

Tallulah Falls, Georgia 30573

🏞️ Best times & visiting tips
  • ›Check for boat launch facilities and fees
  • ›Obtain required fishing licenses before arrival
  • ›Be aware of lake-specific regulations and restrictions
  • ›Monitor water quality reports before swimming

Features & amenities

Amenities

⛺ Camping nearby
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