We are nestled within the sapphire valley in the land of waterfalls with over 250 cascading falls all within a short drive.
Waterfalls in sapphire valley nc.
Now it is a thriving community of year round and part time residents dotting the countryside with homes resorts numerous businesses and popular restaurants.
Sapphire s 28774 countryside was once rich in sapphires and received its name from a 50 lb.
Waterfall is higher than niagara falls and is the highest waterfall in the eastern u s.
Dry falls above left.
A lower overlook is located at the bottom of 154 wooden steps.
Have a very short walk less than a half a mile and then for the better of you and you need to go down 164 steps to another platform.
More energetic hikers can continue down the half mile spur trail that drops 600 feet in elevation to the whitewater river and foothills trail.
See our dry falls guide.
Bag of gems found in the valley.
Experience the tranquility and ambiance of 7 falls at sapphire a 4br 4ba vacation rental home nestled in the sapphire valley and the nantahala national forest between cashiers and brevard in the only natural temperate rain forest east of the rockies.
From intersection of us 64 and nc 107 take nc 107 south for approximately 10 mi.
Hiking trails take you to the top bottom of this fall but hiking is not necessary to view this waterfall.
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See the forest hear the waterfall.
The walkway begins at a parking lot and is accessible to wheelchairs.
There are many waterfalls near highlands and cashiers north carolina that are easily seen and enjoyed many of these are located along us highway 64 the mountain waters scenic byway here are our eight favorites in the area.
Whether you re seeking relaxation and solitude in nature or wish to experience an outdoor adventure 7 falls at sapphire is your perfect piece of mountain paradise.
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Waterfall just a few miles from highlands along us highway 64.
And turn l onto wiggington.
To experience these breathtaking falls up close and personal take the paved mile walkway to the upper overlook.
Walk behind this 75 ft.
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