Phillips Branch Falls
North Carolina · 43-foot drop · Harper Creek Wilderness Study Area · Last verified 2026-05-15
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Phillips Branch Falls is a waterfall in North Carolina. It drops roughly 43 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Phillips Branch Falls (this page) | — | 43 ft | — | Y | Free |
| Harper Creek Falls | 1 mi | — | — | Y | Free |
| Destiny Falls | 2 mi | — | — | Y | Free |
| Thorps Creek Falls | 2 mi | — | — | Y | Free |
| South Harper Creek Falls | 2 mi | — | — | Y | Free |
| Upper South Harper Creek Falls | 2 mi | — | — | Y | Free |
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Questions visitors ask about Phillips Branch 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 Phillips Branch Falls?
Phillips Branch Falls is 43 feet (13 m) tall. Height is sourced from OSM.
Is Phillips Branch Falls in a national or state park?
Yes — Phillips Branch Falls is inside Harper Creek Wilderness Study Area. 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 Phillips Branch Falls?
Yes — dogs are allowed (Harper Creek Wilderness Study Area 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 Phillips Branch Falls?
No entrance fee. Harper Creek Wilderness Study Area is free to access. Some trailheads may charge a parking fee separately.
How far is Phillips Branch Falls from a major city?
Phillips Branch Falls is 9 miles from Linville (about 13 minutes' drive).
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Where it is
35.9683, -81.7715
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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