The largest of four National forests in NC and encompassing over 1/2 million acres the Nantahala National Forest features Lone Bald Mountain towering over a mile above sea level at 5800 feet, scenic rivers and creeks with gorgeous waterfalls that present wonderful photographic opportunities. It's also a popular destination with tourists offering many recreational activities for visitors to participate in. is a Cherokee Indian word meaning "land of the noon day sun" because the river gorge is so deep sun only shines there mid-day.
Note: All blog photos shot by Jack and flowski on location 10/06/09.

It is located in the Nantahala National Forest, NC
Coordinates: 35°04′20″N 83°13′44″W / 35.072175°N 83.228965°W

Dry Falls Trail head - Work is complete and Dry Falls is OPEN! After a 2 year renovation project Dry falls is once again open to the public. FYI It's only a short hike down the moderately steep trail to the falls.


At the first glimpse of the falls on the pathway down, you realize that Dry Falls are not dry at all.
Waterfall Coordinates:
35°04′05″N 83°14′21″W / 35.068091°N 83.239067°W
Waterfall Coordinates:
35°04′05″N 83°14′21″W / 35.068091°N 83.239067°W

A bench along the pathway to Dry Falls.

Not far down the path turn the corner and there is the 65 foot waterfall in all god's glory, right before you, it's beautiful.


A video from behind the waterfall.

A group poses for a photo on the other side of the falls.


Nantahala National Forest Cullasaja River Gorge



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oh so gorgeous! thank you for sharing!
ReplyDeleteAbsolutely beautiful! Makes me want to pack up and go right now!!
ReplyDeleteAbsolutely beautiful! Makes me want to pack up and go right now!!
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