Daniel Ridge Falls
Brevard, North Carolina
| Address: | Daniel Ridge Falls, National Forest Rd, Brevard, NC 28712, USA |
| GPS: |
35°17'2.6"N 82°47'33.1"W Maps | Directions |
| State: | North Carolina |
| Trails/Routes: | 0.8 mi |
Waterfalls
Hike, Mountain Bike, and Swim
This waterfall in Pisgah National Forest near Brevard has multiple names: Tom's Spring Branch Falls, Daniel Ridge Falls and Jackson Falls. It’s an easy half-mile hike on the Daniel Ridge Trail to reach the base of this 150-ft. waterfall. As with many waterfalls, it’s most impressive after some decent rain. During summer dry spells, the flow is a tiny stream. You can either hike quick one-mile direct round-trip or the entire four-mile loop that includes the top of the waterfall. Courtesy of romanticasheville.com
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Daniel Ridge Falls, NC
Hike to Daniel Ridge Falls (Tom's Spring Falls) near Looking Glass Rock in the Pisgah National Forest near Asheville and Brevard, North Carolina.
https://www.romanticasheville.com/daniel_ridge_falls.htmNever modify trail features. Ride trails when they're dry enough that you won't leave ruts. Speak up when you see others on the trail and always yield to hikers, horses, and others coming uphill. Always ride on the established trail.
Read MoreBe courteous, informed, and prepared. Read trailhead guidelines, stay on the trail, and don't feed the wildlife.
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- Plan Ahead and Prepare
- Travel & camp on durable surfaces
- Dispose of waste properly
- Leave what you find
- Minimize campfire impacts
- Respect wildlife
- Be considerate of other visitors
Directions
From Brevard, North Carolina
- Head northeast on US-64 E/S Broad St toward E Main StContinue to follow US-64 E(3.4 mi)
- Turn left onto US-276 N (5.3 mi)
- Slight left onto National Forest 475 Rd (1.4 mi)
- Turn left onto National Forest RdDestination will be on the right(0.1 mi)
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