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Elk Falls Trail NC – 65-Foot Waterfall Near Elk Park
Elk Park parking lot, Avery County, NC — Appalachian Ranger District, Pisgah National Forest. Area closed 10pm–6am.
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Trail Overview
Elk Falls (also called Elk River Falls or Big Falls), near Elk Park, NC, is reached via a rocky walkway from the parking lot. It covers 0.5 mi, featuring a 65-foot waterfall on the Elk River, about a 15-minute walk on a rocky, unmaintained walkway.
Where It Is
Elk Park parking lot, Avery County, NC — Appalachian Ranger District, Pisgah National Forest. Area closed 10pm–6am..
Good to Know
Always check current trail, parking, and access conditions with the managing agency before you go — conditions can change with weather and season. Source: U.S. Forest Service (fs.usda.gov).
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