Widows Falls
North Carolina · height not recorded · Stone Mountain State Park · Last verified 2026-05-15
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Widows 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Widows Falls (this page) | — | — | — | Y | Free |
| Bullhead Creek Falls | 0 mi | — | — | Y | Free |
| Upper Widows Creek Falls | 1 mi | — | — | Y | Free |
| Bullhead Creek Cascades | 2 mi | — | — | Y | Free |
| Middle Falls | 2 mi | — | — | Y | Free |
| Lower Falls | 2 mi | — | — | Y | Free |
Questions visitors ask about Widows Falls
Answers built from our structured data. If a question isn't here, the fact is unverified — we'd rather omit than guess.
Is Widows Falls in a national or state park?
Yes — Widows Falls is inside Stone Mountain 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 Widows Falls?
Yes — dogs are allowed (Stone Mountain 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 Widows Falls?
No entrance fee. Stone Mountain State Park is free to access. Some trailheads may charge a parking fee separately.
How far is Widows Falls from a major city?
Widows Falls is 8 miles from Sparta (about 11 minutes' drive).
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Where it is
36.3975, -81.0683
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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