Also, don't attempt to swim under the falls or climb the rock face. Do not dive from the rock cliff - that has been deadly by getting entrapped by unseen boulders and other objects underwater.
Remember, do NOT get into the water above the waterfall since currents can take you over the waterfall. Safety Alert: Almost every year, someone dies here while diving or trying to swim in the swift currents. This beach and swimming area well below the waterfall can be a little crowded on hot summer weekends, but it's often very quiet. The currents in the pool directly in front of the waterfall are too strong for wading and have been deadly (including deaths in 2018 and severe injuries in 2019). To the LEFT of the boulders is the safe wading area (see below) downstream. At the bottom, there's a long flat boulder that is perfect for sitting and picnicking.
It's a steep but short walk with steps and tree roots for hiking assistance. A short but steep trail takes below the falls.įrom the boulders above the waterfall, you will see your next destination in front of the falls. You can safely stand on flat rock area and watch the waterfall plummet over the cliff. The trail to the top of the falls is an easy five-minute walk. North Carolina mountain waterfall cascades over a rock cliff and into a picturesque oval pool. Located near Beech Mountain, Banner Elk and the small town of Elk Park is the impressive Elk River Falls (formerly called Big Falls) in Pisgah National Forest (Appalachian Ranger District).
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