You'll find the north Georgia foothills a great location for family fun and plenty of outdoor recreation. Mountain lakes and streams are scattered throughout the countryside, and park planners have taken full advantage of these picturesque sites.
   Rabun Beach Campground is no exception. The valley camp near Clayton is divided into four sections, with three set aside for camping and the other for day use. Rabun Lake activities include beach area swimming, and all types of boating, fishing and water sports. Picnic sites are scattered about for the hungry lunch bunch.
   One of the popular attractions leads adventurers on a hiking trail that parallels one of those beautiful Georgia mountain streams. This family hike leads to two waterfalls, well within easy reach. The Angel Falls trail keeps youngsters busy until arriving at Panther Falls, found about midway along the mile and a half pathway. Here the tiered falls, with its rock ledges, is the perfect spot for a family photo. Those in the group with a little extra energy can take the steeper trail up to Angel Falls, satisfying any lingering curiosity. After tackling the Angel Falls climb, it's easy to guess why it was named so.
   The Angel Falls trailhead is located just to the east of Rabun Beach Campground on Lake Rabun Road. There is enough parking space for a half dozen cars. The trail passes behind the campground along a ridge and on up to Panther Falls. Campground officials are trying to reduce the amount of traffic into the campground area and prefer that hikers depart from the Angel Falls trailhead.

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