10 Must-See Waterfalls on the Plateau

The Blue Ridge Mountains of western North Carolina are home to many beautiful waterfalls. People travel from all across the country to see them. There are more than 250 falls in our immediate area.

Please follow these basic rules when visiting waterfalls:

NEVER wade or walk on the rocks above or around waterfalls; even when dry, the rocks can be very slippery, and a slip can be fatal! Admiring waterfalls from a distance is safer and offers better views and photo opportunities
Stay on the marked trail; avoid shortcuts
Stay behind guard rails and heed all caution signs
Tread carefully to avoid stepping on plants and flowers; leave them as you found them for others to enjoy
Dispose of garbage properly
Keep dogs on leashes
Do not drink or carry alcoholic beverages; it is illegal

[troyott]

THE MOUNTAINS ARE CALLING, AND I MUST GO!