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Just a stone’s throw from Georgia’s border with Alabama, Menlo, GA, is a small city at the base of the Cumberland Plateau. It was founded in the 1880s by Captain Andrew Lawrence who held inventor Thomas Edison in such high esteem that he named the town after his home in Menlo Park, California. Lawrence donated much of the land on which Menlo’s schools and churches were established, with a park named after him in the center of the town.

Today, Menlo is a peaceful destination to rent an RV and explore the surrounding sights of Chattooga County. It’s within easy access of Appalachian Mountains trails and historic cities, as well as a fantastic garden created by a local Baptist minister, Howard Finster.

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The Great Outdoors

Pick up your RV rental in Menlo and head to the Little River Canyon National Preserve, which is situated on Lookout Mountain in Alabama. It’s home to the longest mountaintop river in the United States and what is one of the deepest canyons in the Southeast, making it incredibly popular with whitewater rafters. Take the opportunity to witness the Little River Falls at the start of the canyon and Grace’s High Falls, which is at its most spectacular following heavy rains.

Near Fort Payne lies the DeSoto State Park, which is home to the 104-foot-tall DeSoto Falls - the highest waterfall in Alabama. There are 25 miles of hiking trails to explore, as well as numerous mountain biking trails and a nature center where interpretive programs are regularly held. If you’re traveling with limited mobility, the park also has an ADA-accessible boardwalk trail dedicated to Talmadge Butler, a former park superintendent.

You can also travel east to the James H. Floyd State Park - a 500-acre protected area at the base of Taylor Ridge. It’s home to the Lower Lake and the Upper Lake that are both well stocked with fish, as well as a children’s playground where the kids can let loose. If you want to stretch your legs, you can follow the hiking trails that lead along the lake shores or embark on part (or all) of the 60-mile-long Pinhoti Trail that traverses the Southern Appalachian Mountains.

RV Parks

Pick up your motorhome rental in Menlo and make the short drive east through Summerville to the James H. Floyd State Park. There are basic campsites here with restrooms, showers, and a dump station, as well as a children’s playground and access to the park’s recreational facilities.

Or, head west with the Menlo camper rental to the Wills Creek RV Park across the border in Alabama. There are 43 RV sites to select from, all of which have electricity, water, and sewer connections, and there’s access for big rigs up to 70 feet in length. This pet-friendly RV destination also has a communal fire pit where you can mingle with other guests, as well as high-speed Wi-Fi availability.

Also in neighboring Alabama is the Tranquility RV & Campground, which nestles in a wooded setting in Mentone. It features a private lake where you can swim and fish, as well as a volleyball court, sandbox for the kids, and a covered picnic pavilion with a fire pit.

Exploring the City

Book an RV trailer rental in Menlo and head out to explore the surrounding area, stopping first in Summerville to witness what is one of only a few operating train turntables in the United States. The historic Summerville Train Depot is the departure point for special train excursions throughout the year, including the "Steam Into Summerville Railroad Days” each October. Even if your visit doesn’t coincide with a train excursion, you can admire the Southern charm of this iconic train station year-round.

Just to the north of Summerville lies Paradise Garden, which was the former home and workplace of folk artist Howard Finster. Today, it encompasses 2.5 acres of landscaped grounds where magical sculptures and objects are displayed alongside his former studio that now serves as a visitors center. Wander through the carefully crafted Mosaic Garden and witness the multi-layered World Folk Art Chapel.

If you’re an architecture buff, make a day trip south to historic Rome whose 19th-century buildings are listed on the National Register of Historic Places. After wandering through the East Rome Historic District, soak up the city views from the famous Clock Tower that perches atop a grass-covered knoll and visit the Myrtle Hill Cemetery where the 18th-century Battle of Hightower took place. Be sure to stop in at the Oak Hill & The Martha Berry Museum, which encompasses the Greek revival mansion and estate where the Berry College founder once lived.

Menlo is home to a small supermarket where you can pick up grocery supplies and also has a restaurant if you want to dine out, as well as a gas station if you need to refuel. It’s just a 15-minute drive from Summerville where you’ll find a more extensive choice of eateries and around 40 minutes from the bustling city of Rome.

Whether you’re visiting Chattooga County for its waterfalls or historic architecture, book an RV in Menlo and enjoy your travels.

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Popular nearby hiking trails and campgrounds


  • Hiking TrailLocation
  • DeSoto Scout Trail, ALDeSoto State Park, AL
  • Chalet/Desoto/Lost Falls, ALFort Payne, AL
  • Lost Falls Trail, ALFort Payne, AL
  • Pinhoti South Trail, GASummerville, GA
  • Simms Mountain Rail-Trail, GASummerville, GA
  • Taylor Ridge High Point Trail, GAJames H. Floyd State Park, GA
  • Little River Canyon, ALFort Payne, AL
  • Beaver Pond Trail, ALFort Payne, AL
  • Rocky Mountain Trail, GACohutta Wildlife Management Area, GA
  • Rock Town Trail, Pigeon Mountain, GALaFayette, GA

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