Feb 8, 2018 · Whitewater Falls is a stunningly beautiful, multi-drop cascading waterfall near Cashiers, NC and the South Carolina state line. It’s a gorgeous waterfall, and well worth the half-mile (round trip) hike to view a 400+ foot cascade.

Aug 5, 2024 · From Cashiers and Highlands: If you’re leaving from Highlands, Cashiers, or anywhere west of Upper Whitewater Falls NC, you’ll likely drive east on US-64 and down NC-107, passing Silver Run Falls along the way. You’ll eventually cross the border into South Carolina.

Jun 4, 2019 · Great way to see waterfalls without strenuous hiking. No, we did not take the back trail to the top of the falls! Located off NC Hwy 281 just north of the NC/SC line. Great parking area and fairly easy hike to the observation area. Several trails …

Whitewater Falls owes its existence to the Blue Ridge Escarpment, a sharp drop in elevation between the mountains and the Piedmont. With a 411-foot plunge, Upper Whitewater Falls in North Carolina is the highest waterfall east of the Rockies.

Upper Whitewater Falls, near Cashiers, drops over 411 feet and is the highest falls east of the Rocky Mountains. Lower Whitewater Falls, located just across the border in South Carolina, drops another 400 feet.

Whitewater Falls is the highest waterfall east of the Rockies. The falls plunge an amazing 411 feet! South Carolina's Lower Whitewater Falls drops another 400 feet.

These majestic falls are an outdoor lover's dream and are sure to leave a lasting impression on any spectator. To experience these breathtaking falls up-close-and-personal, take the paved ¼ mile walkway to the upper overlook.

Ready for your next hike or bike ride? Explore one of 1 easy hiking trails in Whitewater Falls that are great for the whole family. Looking for a more strenuous hike? We've got you covered, with trails ranging from 101 to 6,400 feet in elevation gain.

Whitewater Falls. At 411 feet, Whitewater Falls is the tallest waterfall in North Carolina and one of the tallest east of the Rockies. It tumbles over the edge of the Blue Ridge Escarpment through a rugged rock gorge along the Whitewater River, a stone’s throw from the South Carolina state line.

Check out this 0.6-mile out-and-back trail near Cashiers, North Carolina. Generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of 16 min to complete. This is a very popular area for walking, so you'll likely encounter other people while exploring.