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Catawba Falls

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Catawba Falls

Name: Catawba Falls
Rating: 2

Recommended by 17 hikers

This Highlight is in a protected area

Please check local regulations for: Pisgah National Forest

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Location: Mcdowell County, North Carolina, United States

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1. Catawba Falls Trail — Pisgah National Forest

3.95km

01:09

100m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2. Catawba Falls Trail – Catawba Falls loop from Old Fort

6.36km

02:03

270m

Intermediate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Alex

September 24, 2024

Catawba Falls is a series of waterfalls along the headwaters of the Catawba River. The river flows over two major drops: Upper Catawba Falls, a free-fall drop, and the larger Catawba Falls cascading downstream. Though part of Pisgah National Forest, public access to the falls was restricted for years until the Foothills Conservancy purchased land in 2005 and 2007, with the creation of a trailhead. In 2010, the land was transferred to the U.S. Forest Service, officially opening the falls to visitors.

CKone6

June 8, 2025

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Elevation 620 m

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Location: Mcdowell County, North Carolina, United States

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Catawba Falls

1. Catawba Falls Trail — Pisgah National Forest

2. Catawba Falls Trail – Catawba Falls loop from Old Fort

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