Linville Falls is located on the Blue Ridge Parkway at mile post 316.4. The total height of the falls is 150 feet with four drops. Linville Falls starts with a twin set of upper falls, moving into a small gorge, and ending in a high-volume, 45-foot drop. Linville Falls, formed by Linville River, marks the beginning… [Read More]
North Carolina Waterfalls
With the west side of the state holing part of the Appalachian mountains, North Carolina is home to many waterfalls and hiking trails.
The Blue Ridge Parkway runs through the tops of the Appalachians, and is home to many scenic overlooks, hiking trails, and numerous falls. However, water falls can be found through out the mountains in various national and state parks, as well as some privately owned areas.
Triple Falls
Triple Falls is one of many beautiful waterfalls in the Dupont State Forest. This is a moderate hike to view the waterfalls. There are several different viewing areas for this waterfall. You can view the waterfall in sections and as a whole. Like the name says there are three different waterfalls that make up this… [Read More]
High Falls
The High Falls trail is a moderate hike in the Dupont State Forest. You can access Triple Falls and High Falls from the same trail. What’s nice is you should be able to view them both in the same day. High Falls itself is a large cascade and popular given its size. To hike to… [Read More]
Upper Creek Falls
Upper Creek Falls is pretty waterfall located in the Pisgah National Forest. If you are driving on the Blue Ridge Parkway in the Linville Falls area, this waterfall is worth a short trip off the Parkway. The trail starts just behind and to the left of the park sign with information about the waterfall and… [Read More]
Quarry Falls/Upper Cullasaja Falls
Quarry Falls (also known as Upper Cullasaja Falls and Bust Your Butt Falls) is a 20-foot, multi-tiered cascade in the Cullasaja River Gorge. Quarry Falls is best known for its large, deep pool at the bottom and is a popular swimming hole during warm weather. Locals also use Quarry Falls as a sliding rock. Be… [Read More]
Big Creek Falls
Big Creek Falls is a small, but very pretty waterfall located in the Pisgah National Forest.If you are in the area, it’s worth stopping by to see. There is not much traffic in the area and what little we saw, drove right past it. We probably would have too if we hadn’t known where to… [Read More]