Cliffside Lake has a day use area with covered picnic shelters (that must be reserved), a gazebo, a bathroom with cold shower, and it is possible to fish in the lake. There is a fee per vehicle of $5. From the lake you can take the trail to Range Falls or Vista Trail. For more information access: fs.usda.gov/recarea/nfsnc/recarea/?recid=48650

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1. Ranger Falls loop — Nantahala National Forest

5.60km

01:43

190m

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

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2. Cliffside Lake & Vista Trail loop — Nantahala National Forest

3.26km

01:11

120m

110m

Moderate hike. Great for any fitness level. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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Location: Macon County, North Carolina, United States

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1. Ranger Falls loop — Nantahala National Forest

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