From the South River Picnic Grounds, this route is a circuit hike that takes you to the base of a 83’ waterfall. A great hike for wildflower and bird enthusiasts, alike! This hike has one stream crossing. Pets must be on a physcial leash no longer than 6 feet at all times.

Distance: 3.3-mile circuit hike
Difficulty: Moderate (explanation of our hiking difficulty scale)
Hiking Time: 2 hour 15 minutes
Elevation Gain: 910 feet

Hike Description

1. From the trailhead just below the South River Picnic Grounds Comfort Station (mile 62.7), take the blue-blazed South River Falls Trail.
2. You'll cross the Appalachian Trail, but stay on the South River Falls Trail to the stone-walled observation point.
3. From the observation point, continue on the South River Falls Trail to the trailpost.
4. Go left onto the yellow-blazed South River Falls Road. 
5. The trail joins the South River Fire Road.
6. Continue on the fire road to its intersection with the Appalachian Trail.
7. Turn left and follow the A.T. (white-blazed) to its intersection with the South River Falls Trail.
8. Go right to return to your starting point.