Ruby Anna Falls: Overrated Georgia Waterfall?

Unpopular opinion… but Ruby Anna Falls in North Georgia isn’t the best place to go for a Georgia hike and waterfall adventure. It had been on my Georgia travel list since moving here. I had been told by so many friends to head to stop by and see it. But why?! 🛑It’s touristy. - It even has open and closing hours. 🛑It’s crowded. - Told you “everyone” recommends it. 🛑It’s a paid “attraction”. - $5 per adult. 🛑It’s inaccessible to the water. - You stay on the boardwalk and wait for clear shot without others for your photo opportunity. Give me a good dirt trail through the forest any day. 🌳A place where we might see another family or two, but not where we follow groups the entire way. 🌳A place where my wild and free kids can take off their shoes or chase each other down the mountain without getting looks. 🌳A place where the kids can rest at the waterfall and play in the water. ❓Who should head to Ruby Falls near Helen? (Which is also another too-tourist place) 👉People who want an easily accessible falls. It’s paved. It’s relatively short. It’s easy to take a photo and get a check mark. it’s an easy stop in a Georgia road trip. Not to mention, there are rangers and a visitor center if you need emergency help or such. Don’t get me wrong. It’s better than no waterfall. However… 👉 Send this to your friend who needs to go chasing waterfalls with you. 🌷Spring is (mostly) here! @jessica.alimena Let’s go! . . . .