Upper Bear Creek Falls
North Carolina · height not recorded · Great Smoky Mountains National Park · Last verified 2026-05-15
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Upper Bear Creek 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Upper Bear Creek Falls (this page) | — | — | — | N | — |
| Bear Creek Falls | 0 mi | — | — | N | — |
| Jonas Creek Falls | 4 mi | — | — | N | — |
| Yanu Branch Cascade | 4 mi | — | — | N | — |
| Hazel Creek Cascades | 5 mi | — | — | N | — |
| J. Johnson Falls | 6 mi | — | — | — | — |
Questions visitors ask about Upper Bear Creek Falls
Answers built from our structured data. If a question isn't here, the fact is unverified — we'd rather omit than guess.
Is Upper Bear Creek Falls in a national or state park?
Yes — Upper Bear Creek Falls is inside Great Smoky Mountains National Park. See the park page for fees, hours, and current conditions.
Can I bring my dog to Upper Bear Creek Falls?
No — dogs are not allowed on trails here. Most National Park trails prohibit pets to protect wildlife. Service animals are an exception per ADA.
How far is Upper Bear Creek Falls from a major city?
Upper Bear Creek Falls is 8 miles from Bryson City (about 11 minutes' drive).
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Where it is
35.4707, -83.5773
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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