Mount Hardy Falls
North Carolina · 98-foot drop · Middle Prong Wilderness · Last verified 2026-05-15
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Mount Hardy Falls is a waterfall in North Carolina. It drops roughly 98 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mount Hardy Falls (this page) | — | 98 ft | — | Y | Free |
| Lower Bubbling Spring Branch Falls | 0 mi | — | — | Y | Free |
| Upper Bubbling Spring Branch Falls | 0 mi | — | — | Y | Free |
| Little Wildcat Falls | 1 mi | — | — | Y | Free |
| Split Falls | 1 mi | — | — | Y | Free |
| Bubbling Spring Branch Cascades | 1 mi | — | — | Y | Free |
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Questions visitors ask about Mount Hardy 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 Mount Hardy Falls?
Mount Hardy Falls is 98 feet (30 m) tall. Height is sourced from OSM.
Is Mount Hardy Falls in a national or state park?
Yes — Mount Hardy Falls is inside Middle Prong 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 Mount Hardy Falls?
Yes — dogs are allowed (Middle Prong 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 Mount Hardy Falls?
No entrance fee. Middle Prong Wilderness is free to access. Some trailheads may charge a parking fee separately.
How far is Mount Hardy Falls from a major city?
Mount Hardy Falls is 11 miles from Brevard (about 16 minutes' drive).
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Where it is
35.3040, -82.9197
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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