Wintergreen Falls
North Carolina · 164-foot drop · Gorges State Park · Last verified 2026-05-15
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Wintergreen Falls is a waterfall in North Carolina. It drops roughly 164 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wintergreen Falls (this page) | — | 164 ft | — | Y | Free |
| Land Bridge Falls | 0 mi | — | — | Y | Free |
| Upper Wintergreen Falls | 0 mi | 66 ft | — | Y | Free |
| Lower Indian Creek Falls | 1 mi | — | — | Y | Free |
| Middle Indian Creek Falls | 1 mi | — | — | Y | Free |
| Upper Indian Creek Falls | 1 mi | — | — | Y | Free |
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Questions visitors ask about Wintergreen 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 Wintergreen Falls?
Wintergreen Falls is 164 feet (50 m) tall. Height is sourced from OSM.
Is Wintergreen Falls in a national or state park?
Yes — Wintergreen 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 Wintergreen 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 Wintergreen Falls?
No entrance fee. Gorges State Park is free to access. Some trailheads may charge a parking fee separately.
How far is Wintergreen Falls from a major city?
Wintergreen Falls is 7 miles from Rosman (about 10 minutes' drive).
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Where it is
35.0979, -82.9249
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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