High Shoals Falls Loop NC – Waterfall Trail in South Mountains State Park (Currently Closed)

Trail Overview

High Shoals Falls Loop, at South Mountains State Park, is a blue-blazed trail to High Shoals Falls. It covers 2.7 mi loop, rated Strenuous, featuring a blue-blazed loop to High Shoals Falls.

Where It Is

South Mountains State Park, Burke/Rutherford County, NC.

Good to Know

⚠️ As of this writing, the entire High Shoals Falls Trail is closed — the park’s own page states “The entirety of High Shoals Falls Trail is closed,” with waterfall viewing areas closed due to continued hazards from Hurricane Helene damage. Do not plan a visit to this trail until the park confirms it has reopened. Always check current trail, parking, and access conditions with the managing agency before you go — conditions can change with weather and season. Source: NC State Parks (ncparks.gov).

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