This waterfall day trip clocks in at just under 1 hour drive time and includes 6 waterfalls ranging in length and difficulty. My youngest has been able to walk all these trails except one, which he wasn’t with us for, however I’m pretty sure he could have done it with some assistance. Two of the… [Read More]
Waterfall at Rough Ridge Trail
The Waterfall at Rough Ridge Trail is located at milepost 302.8 on the Blue Ridge Parkway. This waterfall is best viewed after heavy rains. Most of the time there is hardly any water flow, as was the time when we last visited in March 2021. However, even if the waterfall is not visible when you… [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]
Blue Ridge Parkway to Highlands Road Trip
This amazing 11 waterfall road trip starts out just off the Blue Ridge Parkway, takes you up through the Blue Ridge Parkway into the nearby city of Brevard (the Land of Waterfalls) and winds through Cashiers on the way to Highland via the Mountain Waters Scenic Byway. There are so many beautiful sights to see… [Read More]
Green Mountain Creek Falls
While Green Mountain Creek Falls isn’t as impressive as many of the waterfalls on the nearby Blue Ridge Parkway, it is quite pretty and most likely you’ll have it all to yourself. It’s located about 8 miles from downtown Blowing Rock and only a short distance from the Blue Ridge Parkway so it is the… [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. From the good sized parking lot, you will start your hike by walking up steps and crossing a suspension bridge. It swings pretty easily, especially… [Read More]