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Mcdowell County

Catawba Falls loop from Catawba Falls Trailhead Parking Area

Routes
Running trails & routes
United States
North Carolina
Mcdowell County

Catawba Falls loop from Catawba Falls Trailhead Parking Area

Moderate

4.9

(1391)

18,503

runners

Catawba Falls loop from Catawba Falls Trailhead Parking Area

00:51

5.64km

260m

Running

Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

Last updated: May 8, 2026

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Your route passes through a protected area

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Pisgah National Forest

Waypoints

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1

1.34 km

Water Crossing to Water Crossing

Highlight (Segment) • Bridge

As you near the falls, themselves, the trail begins to enter a more dense area of forest. You will cross multiple bridges, pools of water, and streams as you get …

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2

1.81 km

Catawba Falls

Highlight • Waterfall

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 …

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5.64 km

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

3.17 km

2.22 km

229 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

4.35 km

1.26 km

< 100 m

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Saturday 23 May

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