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Quarry Falls/Upper Cullasaja Falls

Posted on September 12, 2023 Written by Leave a Comment

Nearby Areas: Franklin, Highland, Nantahala National Forest   State: North Carolina   Ease of Trail: Easy, Roadside

Quarry FallsQuarry 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 sure to check the water depth before trying this since water levels can vary based upon rainfall.

This is also a great picnic area for the family.

Quarry Falls is located along a scenic stretch US Highway 64 through the Cullasaja River Gorge in the Nantahala National Forest on the Mountain Waters Scenic Byway.

You should visit early in the morning or on weekdays if you want solitude since the afternoons and weekends this waterfall can get pretty busy.

While in the area you may want to check out nearby waterfalls including Dry Falls, Cullasaja Falls and Bridal Veil Falls.

Bust Your Butt Falls

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Directions

From downtown Highlands, travel west on Highlands Road (Hwy 64). Go about five miles. There will be a parking on the right just before the falls and parking on both sides of the road just below the falls.

GPS Coordinates

To the Waterfall:35.0924°N, 83.2670°W

Nearby Areas: Franklin, Highland, Nantahala National Forest

State: North Carolina

Ease of Trail: Easy, Roadside

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