Along the route, you'll pass the town of Brevard, with some outstanding waterfalls nearby.Ģ. Drive time is a little less than 1.5 hours, but you can add in stops along the way or do a scenic loop drive. Located near the town of Cashiers, not far from the South Carolina border, Whitewater Falls makes a nice day trip from Asheville. At the large parking area are picnic shelters, barbecues, plenty of green space, and washrooms with flush toilets.
Whitewater Falls is in Nantahala National Forest and there is a nominal fee to park and enjoy the area. From here, you can walk down 154 stairs to a viewing platform for a little better view of the falls. The quarter-mile walk from the parking lot to the first lookout is along a wide and paved path, suitable for strollers, wheelchairs, and those with mobility issues. This is my favorite falls for easy access to such an amazing sight. Surrounded by lush vegetation, this massive waterfall tumbles 811 feet over two ledges. One of the largest and most impressive waterfalls in North Carolina is Whitewater Falls. Highlights: A huge waterfall that tumbles off two ledges, a pleasant walk, good place for a picnic Whitewater Falls Whitewater Falls | Photo Copyright: Lana Law Several of the waterfalls are right on the Blue Ridge Parkway, and others are a short drive on side highways, so it's easy to combine highlights of the Parkway with stops at these waterfalls.ġ. Some of the towns you may want to plan your itinerary around are Hendersonville, Highlands, Brevard, Bryson City, or Cherokee. This area has some of North Carolina's best resorts. Many of these small mountain towns make great getaway destinations and are worth stopping in to spend a night or two. From Asheville, you can easily plan a full day of visiting waterfalls, stopping in at some of the towns for lunch or sightseeing. Many of the waterfalls in North Carolina are located in close proximity to quaint mountain towns or are within driving distance of the city of Asheville. Depending on your interests, you can do short hikes to falls, stop off at a simple roadside lookout, or even plan to go for a dip at the base of a waterfall. Visiting the impressive waterfalls in the Blue Ridge or Smoky Mountains is a wonderful way to spend a couple of days in the mountains of North Carolina.
Author Lana Law enjoys photographing the waterfalls of North Carolina on her regular trips to the state.
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