Dismal Falls
North Carolina · 131-foot drop · Pisgah National Forest · Last verified 2026-05-15
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Dismal Falls is a waterfall in North Carolina. It drops roughly 131 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dismal Falls (this page) | — | 131 ft | — | Y | Free |
| Lower Dismal Falls | 0 mi | — | — | Y | Free |
| Rhapsodie Falls | 0 mi | 66 ft | — | Y | Free |
| Lower Rhapsodie Falls | 0 mi | — | — | Y | Free |
| Laurel Blossom Falls | 0 mi | — | — | Y | Free |
| Diamond Falls | 0 mi | — | — | Y | Free |
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Questions visitors ask about Dismal 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 Dismal Falls?
Dismal Falls is 131 feet (40 m) tall. Height is sourced from OSM.
Is Dismal Falls in a national or state park?
Yes — Dismal Falls is inside Pisgah 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 Dismal Falls?
Yes — dogs are allowed (Pisgah 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 Dismal Falls?
No entrance fee. Pisgah National Forest is free to access. Some trailheads may charge a parking fee separately.
How far is Dismal Falls from a major city?
Dismal Falls is 8 miles from Glenville (about 12 minutes' drive).
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Where it is
35.1803, -82.9741
Sources and live status
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Last verified by Fallspots: 2026-05-15
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