Bobby McLean Memorial Park, also known as Waterfall Park is located in Newland, North Carolina. This memorial park honors a local firefighter. Located fairly close to the Blue Ridge Parkway, this is a great little side stop to have a nice quiet picnic lunch that isn’t crowded. We were actually on the way to the… [Read More]
Easy Waterfalls to Hike To
Easy hikes are known for being generally flat with only a few up/down sections. They are generally 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. They are generally short, but may not necessarily be so.
Easy trails have the ability to walked by most, including small children, although, as with anything, they may want to be carried some or all of the way.
Bald River Falls
Important Please note: Bald River Falls is currently closed due to bridge repair. Anticipated completion is the end of 2024. If you’re looking for a spectacular, family friendly waterfall in Tennessee, then Bald River Falls is for you! This beautiful 90 foot waterfall is roadside. Bald River Falls is located in the Unicoi Range of… [Read More]
Slick Rock Falls
Slick Rock Falls is a low-flow 30 foot waterfall located in Pisgah National Forest. The waterfall is named for the slick rocks at the top and bottom of the falls. The hike to Slick Rock Falls is short – only about 100 yards from the parking area. You do need to climb a few stairs… [Read More]
Moore Cove Falls
Moore Cove Falls is one of the most popular waterfalls in Brevard. It’s also in my opinion, one of the most over-rated. On the positive side, this waterfall is an easy one to hike and is family friendly. It’s fairly short – only 1.5 miles round trip. However, this is a low-flow waterfall. Even after… [Read More]
Cataract Falls
Cataract Falls is an easy, family friendly trail that is perfect for a beginning hiker. It only takes about 15 minutes to hike to the base of the waterfall. This is a low flow waterfall, so don’t expect it to be big like its neighbors in the Great Smoky Mountain National Park. It is still… [Read More]
Woodfin Cascades
The namesake cascade at the Woodfin Cascades Overlook (Mile Post 445.7 of the Blue Ridge Parkway) is not in the parking area, but on the opposite side of the Blue Ridge Parkway. We actually drove past it the first time we spotted it and had to turn around and go back to see it. It… [Read More]