Near Upper Moccasin Creek Falls Trail
Photographing Upper Moccasin Creek Falls
Near Upper Moccasin Creek Falls Trail
Long exposure of lower Hemlock Falls.
Near Upper Moccasin Creek Falls Trail
Hemlock Falls

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Upper Moccasin Creek Falls Trail

5.0 (1 Rating)
Unmaintained trail leading from Hemlock Falls to Upper Moccasin Creek Falls.
0.6
mi
Distance
312
ft
Gain
strenuous
Difficulty
River/CreekWaterfallWildflowers

Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
0.59mi
Distance
312ft
Elevation Gain
59ft
Elevation Loss
25%
Max Grade
2,459ft
High Point
2,206ft
Low Point
Path Type
Point to Point
Description
Hike just past Hemlock Falls, and wade across the creek to find the beginning of this unmaintained trail. Expect the creek to be just above knee or higher--there is no way to stay dry. After crossing, follow the path up and along the creek to Upper Moccasin Creek Falls. The path is full of blow down and obstacles, traversing mostly mid-slope along the hillside directly over moccasin creek. Once you arrive at the falls, there is a very steep descent to the base of the falls.

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Contributors
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