Hickey Fork Falls
North Carolina · height not recorded · Pisgah National Forest · Last verified 2026-05-15
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Hickey Fork 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hickey Fork Falls (this page) | — | — | — | Y | Free |
| Camp Creek Falls | 3 mi | 148 ft | — | — | — |
| Margarette Falls | 4 mi | — | — | — | — |
| Trillium Falls | 5 mi | — | — | — | — |
| Pete's Branch Falls | 7 mi | — | — | Y | Free |
| Kelly Falls | 7 mi | 12 ft | — | Y | Free |
Questions visitors ask about Hickey Fork Falls
Answers built from our structured data. If a question isn't here, the fact is unverified — we'd rather omit than guess.
Is Hickey Fork Falls in a national or state park?
Yes — Hickey Fork 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 Hickey Fork 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 Hickey Fork Falls?
No entrance fee. Pisgah National Forest is free to access. Some trailheads may charge a parking fee separately.
How far is Hickey Fork Falls from a major city?
Hickey Fork Falls is 9 miles from Hot Springs (about 13 minutes' drive).
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Where it is
35.9955, -82.7177
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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