An interesting cave on the bank of the Yadkin River with a historical link to Daniel Boone. Did you know that there are almost 900 caves and caverns that are known to exist in North Carolina? While most of them are inaccessible, some of them are very accessible and quite easy to visit. Boone’s Cave…

Only 12ft high but over 100ft wide, Riley Moore Falls is one of our favorite waterfalls. In the far Northwest corner of South Carolina, in the Sumter National Forest, is the 12ft high, but 100ft wide, Riley Moore Falls. It is an absolute upstate treasure with a very large, pleasant, and relaxing viewing area on…

Dozens of cascades come together to form the beautiful Yellow Branch Falls. Just north of the charming South Carolina town of Walhalla, in the Sumter National Forest, is the uniquely different – Yellow Branch Falls. Yellow Branch Falls is a series of dozens of cascades. The creek flows down the shelf like rocks that break…

Three seperate and distinct waterfalls make up Brasstown Falls. Located in the far western corner of upstate South Carolina, inside the Sumter National Forest and almost at the Georgia border, is the remote waterfall and camping area – Brasstown Falls. Brasstown Falls is actually a series of three distinct waterfalls that line up along Brasstown…

The mighty Elk River Falls has impressive flow and is very easy to reach. In the northern Pisgah National Forest of North Carolina, almost at the Tennessee border, is the mighty Elk River Falls. Previously named Big Falls, for good reason, the volume of water that pours over this 50ft beauty is very impressive. The…

Secret Falls may not be too secret but it is one of the most beautiful waterfalls in the area. Deep inside the Nantahala National Forest is the not so secret – Secret Falls. This 50ft beauty is absolutely stunning and we highly recommend it. It has good water flow, pours into a beautiful pool, has…

A small but wonderful city park with numerous cascades from a small creek that flows through the property. Just off NC highway 194, as you drive through the charming mountain town of Newland North Carolina, is the small roadside park – Waterfalls Park. Also known as Bobby McLean Memorial Park, this small park offers a…

Glen Falls is more than just a single waterfall. It is a series of beautiful falls as the river rushes down the mountain. Just a few miles south of the beautiful North Carolina town of Highlands, in the Nantahala National Forest, flows the east fork of Overflow Creek which produces an abundance of waterfalls and…

With the highest cliffs (750ft+) on the east coast, Whiteside Mountain is a spot you need to check out. Just off Highway 64 between the Western North Carolina towns of Highlands and Cashiers, is the landmark mountain – Whiteside Mountain. Boasting the highest cliffs in Eastern North America, this 4,930 ft beauty is a magnificent…

A beautiful gem just south of Cashiers North Carolina that is only a short walk to view. Just south of Cashiers North Carolina is the exceptionally beautiful Silver Run Falls. This 30ft waterfall is one of the more beautiful waterfalls in the area. It pours into a large plunge pool that is also a popular…

A beautiful waterfall with numerous wildflowers in the Spring and Summer. At the Oconee Station State Historic Site of South Carolina, which is also in the Sumter National Forest, sits the beautiful Station Cove Falls. Also referred to as Station Creek Falls, this beautiful 60ft waterfall is an easy 3/4 mile hike through a beautiful…

At 70ft, Lee Falls is one of the most picturesque waterfalls of South Carolina. Deep inside Oconee County, South Carolina lies one of the most picturesque waterfalls in the state: Lee Falls. This 75 foot beauty is truly exceptional and is in a wonderfully remote and beautiful section of the Sumter National Forest that is…

A beautiful waterfall you can visit without a hike that is inside a wonderful county park. In the far corner of Oconee County, South Carolina, inside Chau Ram County Park, is the beautiful 30ft cascading waterfall – Chau Ram Falls. Located on Ramsey Creek right before it enters the larger Chauga River, this waterfall is…

A nice park near Walhalla South Carolina with two historic buildings you can check out. Oconee County in South Carolina is a hot spot of wonderful destinations that include numerous waterfalls, rivers, hiking trails, and historical sites.  One of the historical sites is the Oconee Station State Historic Site just outside the charming town of…

It is a strenuous hike to the top of Shortoff but well worth the effort. On the southern side of the Linville Gorge Wilderness Area, just north of Lake James, is the strenuous hike to the top of Shortoff Mountain.  While this is a strenuous hike up the mountain, it is absolutely worth the effort…

An easy and wonderful walk to one of the best views on the Blue Ridge Parkway. Just off the Blue Ridge Parkway, as the Parkway passes through the Craggy Gardens, is the very beautiful and popular Craggy Pinnacle which you can easily reach via a 20 minute hike on a well maintained trail up the…

A short but strenuous hike to the top of Babel Tower rewards you with epic views. On the Northwest side of the Linville Gorge Wilderness, just off old highway 105, is the very strenuous but also very rewarding hike known as Babel Tower.  While this trail is just over 2 1/2 miles, don’t be fooled…

The double waterfall Soco Falls is very easy to reach and view as it is almost roadside. Just off Highway 19, as you pass the Blue Ridge Parkway and enter into the Cherokee Indian Reservation, is the beautiful double waterfall – Soco Falls. This somewhat hidden gem off the highway is practically roadside and can…

A beautiful historical grist mill from the late 1800’s that is still operational. Just North of the Cherokee Indian Reservation; in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park of Western North Carolina, is the historic grist mill, Mingus Mill. Although this picturesque mill was built in 1886, it is still operational at its original location along…

Easy to access Mingo Falls is one of the highest waterfalls in the Southern Appalachian Mountains. On the north side of the Cherokee Indian Reservation of Western North Carolina, is the very tall and extremely picturesque Mingo Falls. At 120ft tall, this beauty is one of the tallest in the Southern Appalachians. It is spectacular…