Pine Ridge Falls is a 25 foot waterfall, located in the beautiful Clark’s Creek area of the Cherokee National Forest in Unicoi County, TN. The hike to Pine Ridge is an easy one mile round trip. The trail is well maintained and not too busy. There is one creek crossing that can be tricky when… [Read More]
Easy Waterfalls to Hike To
Easy hikes are known for being generally flat with only a few up/down sections. They are usually maintained trails that don't have many obstacles.
Most, if any, obstacles can be walked around, as the paths are normally wider than more difficult hiking trails. Most easy trails are short, but may not necessarily be so.
Easy trails can walked by most, including small children, although, as with anything, they may want to be carried some or all of the way.
French Broad Falls
While not the most impressive waterfall based on its size (only 13-15 feet), it is certainly beautiful. Plus with this waterfall you get two more from the same trail access. French Broad Falls, Mill Shoal Falls (also called Shoal Creek Falls), and Cathedral Falls (also called Bird Rock Falls) are all located on the private… [Read More]
Mill Shoals Falls (also called Shoal Creek Falls)
While not the most impressive waterfall based on its size (only 13-15 feet), it is certainly beautiful. Plus with this waterfall you get two more from the same trail access. Mill Shoal Falls (also called Shoal Creek Falls), French Broad Falls and Cathedral Falls (also called Bird Rock Falls) are all located on the private… [Read More]
Pancake Falls at Living Waters Ministry
While on the way to Cathedral Falls (also called Bird Rock Falls), you’ll pass an unnamed waterfall and “Pancake Falls.” Pancake Falls and an unnamed cascade can be viewed from the trail that is alongside the river. While the area is best known for French Broad Falls, Mill Shoal Falls (also called Shoal Creek Falls)… [Read More]
Daniel Ridge Falls
Daniel Ridge Falls (also called Tom’s Spring Falls or Jackson Falls) is a 150 foot waterfall located in the Pisgah National Forest in Brevard. Depending on the trail conditions and which way you go on the trail will determine the difficulty. will determine the difficulty. The Daniel Ridge Loop Trail is 4 miles, however you… [Read More]
Tom’s Creek Falls
Tom’s Creek Falls is a family friendly 60 foot waterfall located in the Pisgah National Forest, with several smaller cascades running in front of it. It is an easy trail that leads to an observation deck with a great view. At the entrance to the trail there is a sign for the waterfall. The trail… [Read More]