Upper Bearwallow Falls
North Carolina · 98-foot drop · Gorges State Park · Last verified 2026-05-15
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Upper Bearwallow 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Upper Bearwallow Falls (this page) | — | 98 ft | — | Y | Free |
| Upper Wintergreen Falls | 1 mi | 66 ft | — | Y | Free |
| Land Bridge Falls | 1 mi | — | — | Y | Free |
| Indian Camp Falls | 1 mi | — | — | Y | Free |
| Split Rock Falls | 1 mi | — | — | Y | Free |
| Chute Falls | 1 mi | — | — | Y | Free |
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Questions visitors ask about Upper Bearwallow Falls
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How tall is Upper Bearwallow Falls?
Upper Bearwallow Falls is 98 feet (30 m) tall. Height is sourced from OSM.
Is Upper Bearwallow Falls in a national or state park?
Yes — Upper Bearwallow 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 Upper Bearwallow 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 Upper Bearwallow Falls?
No entrance fee. Gorges State Park is free to access. Some trailheads may charge a parking fee separately.
How far is Upper Bearwallow Falls from a major city?
Upper Bearwallow Falls is 8 miles from Rosman (about 11 minutes' drive).
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Where it is
35.1029, -82.9432
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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