Big Falls
North Carolina · 197-foot drop · Nantahala National Forest · Last verified 2026-05-15
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Big Falls is a waterfall in North Carolina. It drops roughly 197 feet. Access details and conditions have not yet been verified in person by Fallspots — the data on this page comes from OpenStreetMap and USGS GNIS.
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| Waterfall | Distance | Height | Trail | Dogs | Fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Big Falls (this page) | — | 197 ft | — | Y | Free |
| Standing Stone Falls | 0 mi | — | — | Y | Free |
| Rich Falls | 0 mi | — | — | Y | Free |
| Hidden Dome Falls | 1 mi | — | — | Y | Free |
| Hilliard Falls | 1 mi | — | — | Y | Free |
| Rudis Falls | 1 mi | — | — | Y | Free |
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Questions visitors ask about Big Falls
Answers built from our structured data. If a question isn't here, the fact is unverified — we'd rather omit than guess.
How tall is Big Falls?
Big Falls is 197 feet (60 m) tall. Height is sourced from OSM.
Is Big Falls in a national or state park?
Yes — Big Falls is inside Nantahala National Forest. We inferred this from OpenStreetMap protected-area polygons; if you find we got the boundary wrong, please report it. See the park page for fees, hours, and current conditions.
Can I bring my dog to Big Falls?
Yes — dogs are allowed (Nantahala National Forest permits leashed dogs in most areas). Inferred from park type; check the official site for trail-specific restrictions. Always leash and pack out waste.
Is there a fee to visit Big Falls?
No entrance fee. Nantahala National Forest is free to access. Some trailheads may charge a parking fee separately.
How far is Big Falls from a major city?
Big Falls is 8 miles from Cashiers (about 11 minutes' drive).
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Where it is
35.0451, -82.9823
Sources and live status
Where we got the data, and where to check current conditions before you drive.
Last verified by Fallspots: 2026-05-15
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