Near North Harper Creek Falls Trail
North Harper Creek Falls.
Near North Harper Creek Falls Trail
View of falls from the trail
Near North Harper Creek Falls Trail
Lower section of falls

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North Harper Creek Falls Trail

4.0 (3 Ratings)
This mostly gentle trail will take you down to the beautiful North Harper Falls after joining North Harper Creek Trail.
1.2
mi
Distance
39
ft
Gain
moderate
Difficulty
Fall ColorsRiver/CreekSpringViewsWaterfallWildflowersWildlife

Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
1.16mi
Distance
39ft
Elevation Gain
248ft
Elevation Loss
25%
Max Grade
2,988ft
High Point
2,732ft
Low Point
Path Type
Point to Point
Description
This trail starts on Pineola Road right beside the Little Lost Cove Cliffs Trail. The trail mostly follows an old logging road down to its junction with North Harper Creek Trail at the top of North Harper Creek Falls. Cross the creek and join the North Harper Creek Trail and follow it down to the base of this gorgeous waterfall. The trail is blazed yellow.

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Contributors
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