Hiking Waterfalls North Carolina

A beautiful, full-color guidebook to more than 150 of the best waterfall hikes in North Carolina. Hiking Waterfalls in North Carolina features hikes to more than 151 of the best waterfalls in the state, from the Blue Ridge Parkway to the Great Smoky Mountains. Discover a range of cascades, from the peaceful 4-foot falls on Fletcher Creek to impressive 411-foot Whitewater Falls, and such beautiful places as Rainbow Falls, Mingo Falls, Cullasaja Falls, Quarry Falls, Schoolhouse Falls, Courthouse Falls, and Looking Glass Falls.For more than thirty years, FalconGuides® have set the standard for outdoor guidebooks. Written by top experts, each guide invites you to experience the adventure and beauty of the outdoors.Features• Hikes suited to every ability• Detailed maps and clear driving directions from multiple starting points• GPS coordinates for both trailheads and waterfalls• Comprehensive trail descriptions with mile-by-mile directional cues• Waterfall height and beauty rating• Many easily accessible roadside falls; hikes include average hiking time and difficulty rating • Trail Finder including best hikes for backcountry camping, swimming holes, and the least (and most)populated trails • Information on fees and permits, contacts, and more From the Blue Ridge Parkway to the Great Smoky Mountains, North Carolina is renowned for its beautiful waterfalls. Hiking Waterfalls in North Carolina includes detailed hike descriptions, maps, and color photos for 140 of the most scenic waterfall hikes in the state. Hike descriptions also include history, local trivia, and GPS coordinates. The book is an ideal complement to the popular FalconGuide Hiking North Carolina, with minimal overlapping content.