Cathedral Falls (also called Bird Rock 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. Cathedral Falls (also called Bird Rock Falls), French Broad Falls, and Mill Shoal Falls (also called Shoal Creek Falls) are all located on the private property of the Living Waters Ministry. Living Waters Ministry gives permission for the public to visit their waterfalls at the visitors’ own risk. You cannot park in their parking lots, but you can park by the entrance off the side of the road. They ask that all pets be on a leash and that people do not leave litter or disturb their property (look, but touch).

Once you park on the side of the road, you’ll see signs saying “enter at your own risk”. You’ll see the entrance to the waterfall trail just after this. Follow the trail down and it will split into two directions.  Cathedral Falls is to your left and French Broad Falls and Mill Shoals Falls are to your right.

You take the trail to the left to go to Cathedral Falls. It is about 0.25 miles away. Just follow the bridges and they will lead you straight to Cathedral Falls.

If you want to see French Broad Falls and Mill Shoals Falls (of course you do), head back up to where the path splits and take the other path. When you look to your right you will see a bright red building with a waterfall right next to it. This is Mill Shoals Falls. Next to it is French Broad Falls. Both are about 13-15 feet in height, but quite pretty.

Thank you so much to Living Waters Ministry for sharing these beautiful waterfalls with the public!