Drift Falls
North Carolina · 33-foot drop · Nantahala National Forest · Last verified 2026-05-15
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Drift Falls is a waterfall in North Carolina. It drops roughly 33 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Drift Falls (this page) | — | 33 ft | — | Y | Free |
| Turtleback Falls | 0 mi | 13 ft | — | Y | Free |
| Rainbow Falls | 0 mi | 128 ft | — | Y | Free |
| Stairway Falls | 1 mi | 39 ft | — | Y | Free |
| Little Falls | 1 mi | — | — | Y | Free |
| Sidepocket Falls | 1 mi | 49 ft | — | Y | Free |
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Questions visitors ask about Drift 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 Drift Falls?
Drift Falls is 33 feet (10 m) tall. Height is sourced from OSM.
Is Drift Falls in a national or state park?
Yes — Drift 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 Drift 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 Drift Falls?
No entrance fee. Nantahala National Forest is free to access. Some trailheads may charge a parking fee separately.
How far is Drift Falls from a major city?
Drift Falls is 7 miles from Cashiers (about 10 minutes' drive).
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Where it is
35.0935, -82.9696
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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