North Carolina Waterfalls
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Pearson's Falls |
North Carolina waterfalls are primarily located on the western side of the state. The state has many waterfalls that are easily accessible either by car or by a short walk. Of course for the more adventurous there are difficult-to-reach waterfalls as well.
Below is a list of North Carolina waterfalls that I have visited at some point. Each waterfall page will have detailed information (when available) and pictures. The detailed information includes my own personal rating, GPS location, topographic maps, hike detail, and specific waterfall photo tips.
Oh, and how to get there of course.
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Map Reference
As a more visual reference for the waterfall listing above, here is a map of all the waterfalls. Click in the map to interact and get details. I love this tool!
View North Carolina Waterfalls in a larger map
Resources
There are several good resources for North Carolina waterfall information that you should know about. Drum roll, please. In no particular order:
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Kevin Adams' book North Carolina Waterfalls: A Hiking and Photography Guide
is highly recommended. This is the best waterfall book in my collection with detailed descriptions, photo suggestions, and ratings. He also maintains a website with updates to the book such as newly discovered waterfalls and access issues.
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The Transylvania County tourism website, visitwaterfalls.com, has a free downloadable brochure on the area with a map and description of many nearby waterfalls.
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Another good website is North Carolina Waterfalls. Not the easiest to navigate but the photography is really good to go along with the commentary.
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The Franklin Chamber of Commerce has a guide to 16 scenic waterfalls in Southwestern North Carolina along with a waterfall map of the area.
If you think your site deserves a listing, give me a buzz.
