Upper Log Hollow Falls is a pretty 20 foot waterfall located in the Pisgah National Forest, near Brevard. Upper Log Hollow Falls can be accessed by taking the Log Hollow Falls trail, which is well defined and an easy hike. You park right in front of the gated road, located on a sharp left turn… [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.
Cullasaja Falls
Cullasaja Falls is located in southwestern North Carolina in the Nantahala National Forest. Cullasaja Falls is on the Cullasaja River and is part of the Mountain Waters Scenic Byway. The waterfall is the last major waterfall on the Cullasaja River. Cullasaja comes from a Cherokee word meaning “honey locust place”. The height for this impressive… [Read More]
Steele Creek Park Falls/Rooster Front Park Falls
As far as I can tell there is no “official” name for this waterfall. I’ve seen it called Steele Creek Park Falls or Rooster Front Falls, so I have listed both. This waterfall is located inside Rooster Front Park, which is actually part of Steele Creek Park. Getting to this waterfall is really easy. Park… [Read More]
Log Hollow Falls
Log Hollow Falls is a pretty 25-30 foot waterfall located in the Pisgah National Forest. Unlike a lot of the waterfalls in this area, Log Hollow Falls doesn’t get as many visitors. The trail is well defined and follows Forest Service Road 5043 that is closed to vehicles. You park right in front of the… [Read More]
Tank Hollow Falls
Tank Hollow Falls, a beautiful 60 foot waterfall, is located inside the Cleveland Barrens Natural Area Preserve. This waterfall is perfect for the whole family. The parking area is only about 100 feet from the base of the waterfall. There is only about 5 parking spaces and one handicapped space. From the parking area follow… [Read More]
Spring Falls (inside Pinnacle Natural Area Preserve)
Spring Falls is located inside the Pinnacle Natural Area Preserve. If you are looking for a longer family friendly hike on an easy trail, then this waterfall is for you. Follow the Trail From the good sized parking lot, you will start your hike by walking up steps and crossing a suspension bridge. It swings… [Read More]