Sidepocket Falls
North Carolina · 49-foot drop · Gorges State Park · Last verified 2026-05-15
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Sidepocket Falls is a waterfall in North Carolina. It drops roughly 49 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sidepocket Falls (this page) | — | 49 ft | — | Y | Free |
| Stairway Falls | 0 mi | 39 ft | — | Y | Free |
| Windy Falls | 0 mi | 197 ft | — | Y | Free |
| Hen Tail Falls | 1 mi | — | — | Y | Free |
| Rooster Tail Falls | 1 mi | — | — | Y | Free |
| Rainbow Falls | 1 mi | 128 ft | — | Y | Free |
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Questions visitors ask about Sidepocket 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 Sidepocket Falls?
Sidepocket Falls is 49 feet (15 m) tall. Height is sourced from OSM.
Is Sidepocket Falls in a national or state park?
Yes — Sidepocket Falls is inside Gorges 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 Sidepocket Falls?
Yes — dogs are allowed (Gorges 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 Sidepocket Falls?
No entrance fee. Gorges State Park is free to access. Some trailheads may charge a parking fee separately.
How far is Sidepocket Falls from a major city?
Sidepocket Falls is 8 miles from Cashiers (about 12 minutes' drive).
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Where it is
35.0807, -82.9583
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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