Lower Cascades
North Carolina · height not recorded · Hanging Rock State Park · Last verified 2026-05-15
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Lower Cascades is a waterfall in Stokes County, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lower Cascades (this page) | — | — | — | Y | Free |
| Window Falls | 1 mi | — | — | Y | Free |
| Hidden Falls | 1 mi | — | — | Y | Free |
| Tise falls | 1 mi | — | — | Y | Free |
| Upper Casscades | 1 mi | — | — | Y | Free |
| Torys Falls | 2 mi | — | — | Y | Free |
Questions visitors ask about Lower Cascades
Answers built from our structured data. If a question isn't here, the fact is unverified — we'd rather omit than guess.
Is Lower Cascades in a national or state park?
Yes — Lower Cascades is inside Hanging Rock State Park. 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 Lower Cascades?
Yes — dogs are allowed (Hanging Rock State Park 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 Lower Cascades?
No entrance fee. Hanging Rock State Park is free to access. Some trailheads may charge a parking fee separately.
How far is Lower Cascades from a major city?
Lower Cascades is 3 miles from Danbury (about 5 minutes' drive).
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Where it is
36.4148, -80.2684
Sources and live status
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Last verified by Fallspots: 2026-05-15
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