Near Carter Falls Trail
The rewarding ending to this hike takes place at the base of Carter Falls.

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Carter Falls Trail

4.0 (3 Ratings)
0.4
mi
Distance
14
ft
Gain
moderate
Difficulty
Waterfall

Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
0.4mi
Distance
14ft
Elevation Gain
134ft
Elevation Loss
30%
Max Grade
1,163ft
High Point
1,021ft
Low Point
Path Type
Point to Point
Description
The trail begins at the parking lot on Martin Byrd Rd. Follow the white blazes toward the upper falls. After going down a few stairs, follow the trail parallel to Big Elkin Creek and then use some tight switchbacks to get down to the lower falls. The last 30 feet or so can be very slick in the fall when leaves cover the trail surface.

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Contributors
Keith Sidden