Dogs are allowed, but they must be on a leash and under control of the owner. Color is plentiful in spring when the flowers are blooming and in fall when the leaves are changing. Although this trail is short, it takes you past some of the most beautiful areas on the way to the waterfalls. And at the one-mile mark, stay left to follow the river to High Falls. Triple Falls is accessible about a third of a mile down. This trail is a moderately easy, 2.6-mile loop hike that takes about 1.5 hours to complete. US 276, Pisgah Forest | /besthikes/davidson-river/pink-beds-loop Triple Falls and High Falls TrailsĪmong our favorite local waterfall hikes is the trail that runs around Triple Falls and High Falls. Dogs are allowed, but must be on a leash between April 1–August 15 and must be under voice control at all times. After about a third of a mile, you’ll reach a 25–30-foot waterfall that is spectacular after a rain. To reach the waterfall, take the turn for Barnett Branch trail. You’ll also find crystal clear brooks, wildlife meadows, scenic fern-filled woods, and an optional waterfall. Those ponds are drowning out the trees, marking an ecosystem in transition. You’ll cross over rare mountain bogs (via boardwalks) and pass through a section where beavers have dammed the South Fork Mills River to form their ponds. Today, this relatively flat loop hike, which features a shortcut option, is all about water. This trail was originally named after the pink native flowers that grew through the area. Here are three of our favorite waterfall hikes for beginner or experienced hikers. On hot mountain days, there’s nothing better than a safe* hike to one of the region’s many inspiring waterfalls. Others take big, breathtaking plunges into mountain pools.
At least 250 falls exist in Transylvania County alone, giving it the moniker “The Land of Waterfalls.” Some are relatively small and gentle. And each offers its own unique perspective on native flora, fauna, and nature at large.īetter still, our prehistoric topography is bursting with waterfalls. There are countless hidden trails and lookout spots dotted throughout our local mountains and protected forests.
We live in a remarkable enclave for hikes of all levels of difficulty. Every day in the Blue Ridge Mountains is an adventure, especially if you know where to look.
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