Bull Cove Falls
North Carolina · height not recorded · Southern Nantahala Wilderness · Last verified 2026-05-15
Bull Cove Falls is a waterfall in North Carolina. Height has not been officially recorded. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bull Cove Falls (this page) | — | — | — | Y | Free |
| 501 Falls | 0 mi | — | — | Y | Free |
| High Falls | 1 mi | — | — | Y | Free |
| Thomas Falls | 2 mi | — | — | Y | Free |
| New Falls | 2 mi | — | — | Y | Free |
| Big Laurel Falls | 2 mi | — | — | Y | Free |
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Is Bull Cove Falls in a national or state park?
Yes — Bull Cove Falls is inside Southern Nantahala 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 Bull Cove Falls?
Yes — dogs are allowed (Southern Nantahala 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 Bull Cove Falls?
No entrance fee. Southern Nantahala Wilderness is free to access. Some trailheads may charge a parking fee separately.
How far is Bull Cove Falls from a major city?
Bull Cove Falls is 2 miles from Tate City (about 3 minutes' drive).
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Where it is
35.0031, -83.5425
Sources and live status
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Last verified by Fallspots: 2026-05-15
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