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January 20, 2021

Waterfall Wednesday – Dry Falls

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I think I have found my favorite North Carolina waterfall. Dry Falls is anything but dry. The day we went was following a nice week of rain so the falls were roaring as you can see from my pictures and the video.

Dry Falls is just down the road from Bridal Veil Falls that I highlighted a couple of weeks ago that is right off of highway 64. The parking area is on the left side of the road if you are coming from Bridal Veil Falls and is easy to spot. Bonus is that there are restrooms here as well. As part of the Forest System there is a usage fee that you should pay $3 before following the path to the falls. A scannable QR code can be found on the information board so if you have cell service you can scan it and pay online.

The falls are called Dry Falls because you are able to walk behind the falls without getting wet. Not. I was drenched from the spray and sported “waterfall hair” the rest of the day. Next time I will take a raincoat. This was one of the best experiences — a nice path leads down to the falls with plenty of spots to take perfect pictures. The day we were there it was relatively uncrowded and we managed to find a parking spot in the lot. Weekends and summers I imagine you would be hard pressed to find a parking spot unless you are there early in the morning.

In this picture you can see people walking underneath the waterfall on the path.
Dry Falls from underneath the falls.

The falls have also been referred to as High Falls, Pitcher Falls, and Cullasaja Falls. Here are a few facts gathered from my favorite waterfall book: North Carolina Waterfalls: A Hiking and Photography Guide by Kevin Adams.

River: Cullasaja River

River Basin: Little Tennessee

Elevation: 3,320 feet

Type and Height: Short slide into a free fall with cascades below.

Landowner: Nantahala National Forest, Highlands Ranger District

This waterfall gets two thumbs up in my book. It is a really fun waterfall to experience and one with a very easy walk, parking, and restrooms. I would love to know if you have visited this one. Leave me a comment and remember that each comment made on the blog this month means a 50 cent donation to our Comments for a Cause – Copeland Oaks Life Care Fund.

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  1. Jill Jeffrey
    January 20, 2021 at 07:39 am

    Thank you for the introduction to such a beautiful waterfall!

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  2. susi_snaps
    January 20, 2021 at 07:48 am

    Ooohhh. Need to add these to my list of falls to visit. I’d love to walk behind a waterfall. It must be so cool.

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  3. Mama's Empty Nest
    January 20, 2021 at 08:37 am

    Oh my, I love that one. And the fact that you can walk behind the falls makes it even more fun. I think hubby and I will need to plan a trip back to North Carolina some day (hopefully!!) just to make the rounds visiting all of these gorgeous waterfalls you’ve shared with us.

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  4. Minnesota Prairie Roots
    January 20, 2021 at 10:02 am

    I continue to be in awe of all the beautiful waterfalls in your region. Thanks for sharing them with us.

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  5. Darlene
    January 21, 2021 at 06:57 am

    Another stunning waterfall. You are so lucky to live in this part of the world.

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  6. Shirley Matthews Dunn
    January 21, 2021 at 03:39 pm

    What amazing water falls!! Thanks so much for sharing.

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  7. Marci B
    January 25, 2021 at 10:25 am

    Yes! I’ve been here – back when we first moved! Will have to go again! As soon as it stops rainig….

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