Near Glen Falls Trail #8
Observation point at Glen Falls in Highlands, NC
Near Glen Falls Trail #8
Glenn Falls after rainy period.

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Glen Falls Trail #8

4.0 (6 Ratings)
Nice waterfalls, steep, heavily traveled.
0.8
mi
Distance
20
ft
Gain
strenuous
Difficulty
Family FriendlyViewsWaterfall

Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
0.82mi
Distance
20ft
Elevation Gain
802ft
Elevation Loss
35%
Max Grade
3,493ft
High Point
2,709ft
Low Point
Path Type
Point to Point
Description
A well-marked, well-maintained path. The hike is friendly for families to the top 2 or 3 waterfall overlooks, but note, the hike out is uphill, where kiddos may wear out sooner than parents. Don't let that scare you--it's a great hike. The waterfall observation points are very impressive--the third viewpoint down the path (looking up at the waterfall), is an impressive sight.

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