Boulderfield Falls
North Carolina · 164-foot drop · Shining Rock Wilderness · Last verified 2026-05-15
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Boulderfield Falls is a waterfall in North Carolina. It drops roughly 164 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boulderfield Falls (this page) | — | 164 ft | — | Y | Free |
| Little East Fork Falls | 1 mi | — | — | Y | Free |
| Sam Branch Falls | 2 mi | 66 ft | — | Y | Free |
| Upper Greasy Cove Falls | 2 mi | — | — | Y | Free |
| Wash Hollow Falls | 2 mi | 49 ft | — | Y | Free |
| Lower Sam Branch Falls | 2 mi | — | — | Y | Free |
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Questions visitors ask about Boulderfield 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 Boulderfield Falls?
Boulderfield Falls is 164 feet (50 m) tall. Height is sourced from OSM.
Is Boulderfield Falls in a national or state park?
Yes — Boulderfield Falls is inside Shining Rock Wilderness. 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 Boulderfield Falls?
Yes — dogs are allowed (Shining Rock Wilderness 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 Boulderfield Falls?
No entrance fee. Shining Rock Wilderness is free to access. Some trailheads may charge a parking fee separately.
How far is Boulderfield Falls from a major city?
Boulderfield Falls is 11 miles from Waynesville (about 16 minutes' drive).
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Where it is
35.3606, -82.8796
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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