Elk Falls Trail
north carolina · Avery County

Elk Falls Trail

A dramatic 50-foot waterfall tumbling into a deep gorge.

Rating
Length
0.4 mi
Difficulty
2
County
Avery

About This Trail

Elk Falls is a powerful 50-foot waterfall where the Elk River plunges into a narrow gorge carved through ancient metamorphic rock. The falls can be viewed from above or by carefully descending to the base. Extreme caution is advised due to dangerous conditions.

Location

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Coordinates: 36.1819, -81.9614 Open in Google Maps

Getting There

From Banner Elk, NC, take US-19E north to Elk Park. Turn left onto Main Street, then right onto Elk Falls Road. Continue to the small parking area at the end.

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