White Owl Falls
North Carolina · 13-foot drop · Nantahala National Forest · Last verified 2026-05-15
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White Owl Falls is a waterfall in North Carolina. It drops roughly 13 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| White Owl Falls (this page) | — | 13 ft | — | Y | Free |
| Bestos Falls | 0 mi | — | — | Y | Free |
| Tumblin' Fun Falls | 0 mi | — | — | Y | Free |
| High Falls | 0 mi | 49 ft | — | Y | Free |
| Joe Pack Falls | 1 mi | — | — | Y | Free |
| Twin Falls | 1 mi | — | — | Y | Free |
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Questions visitors ask about White Owl 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 White Owl Falls?
White Owl Falls is 13 feet (4 m) tall. Height is sourced from OSM.
Is White Owl Falls in a national or state park?
Yes — White Owl Falls is inside Nantahala National Forest. 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 White Owl Falls?
Yes — dogs are allowed (Nantahala National Forest 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 White Owl Falls?
No entrance fee. Nantahala National Forest is free to access. Some trailheads may charge a parking fee separately.
How far is White Owl Falls from a major city?
White Owl Falls is 6 miles from Cashiers (about 9 minutes' drive).
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Where it is
35.0765, -82.9973
Sources and live status
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Last verified by Fallspots: 2026-05-15
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