This guide shares details on the various waterfalls in DuPont State Forest. It provides essential information on hiking trails, difficulty levels and unique features of each.
There are six waterfalls of note in DuPont State Forest. Among these, the most popular 3 can be conveniently explored on the Three Waterfalls Hike.
Whether you’re seeking the tallest waterfall, High Falls, or the hidden gem Grassy Creek Falls, each waterfall in DuPont Forest is worth a visit.
Below we share details on each listed waterfall in DuPont as well as links to trail guides. Happy adventuring!
Waterfalls In DuPont State Forest
High Falls
High Falls is the most iconic and tallest waterfall in DuPont State Forest.
The trail to High Falls is one of the most popular waterfall hikes in Western NC. It is known for its picturesque 150-foot waterfall cascading down a granite rock face with high water flow.
Trail length: 2-mile out and back trail; add Triple Falls for a 3-mile loop hike
Difficulty: Moderate
Elevation change: ~150 ft
Triple Falls
Triple Falls is a series of three cascading waterfalls in DuPont.
Speaking of iconic waterfalls, Triple Falls is another can’t-miss one! You may already be familiar with it from its role in the blockbuster movie The Hunger Games.
You’ll enjoy walking along the picturesque Little River as you hike upstream toward the falls.
Trail length: 1.2-mile out-and-back trail; add High Falls for a 2.3-mile out-and-back hike
Difficulty: Moderate
Elevation change: ~200 ft
Hooker Falls
Hooker Falls is a popular waterfall with a swimming hole in DuPont.
If you want to cool off on a warm day, head to Hooker Falls! It’s a shorter and more accessible waterfall trail in DuPont with a great swimming hole.
Hooker Falls is a popular spot to splash and swim in the water because of the short and easy trail available to access it. There are several rocks along the side to place your belongings.
Trail length: 0.8-mile out-and-back
Difficulty: Easy
Elevation change: ~100 feet
Bridal Veil Falls
Bridal Veil Falls is a gorgeous waterfall with several flat areas where you can picnic.
If the falls aren’t too heavy, you can walk under a rock ledge and stand behind the waterfall.
Bridal Veil Falls was featured in both The Last Of The Mohicans and Hunger Games.
Trail length: 4.6-miles out-and-back
Difficulty: Easy to Moderate
Elevation change: ~100 feet
Grassy Creek Falls
Grassy Creek Falls is a lesser-known waterfall in DuPont Forest. It’s located past the covered bridge at the top of High Falls.
Many visitors turn back after reaching High Falls, giving Grassy Creek Falls a hidden gem status. It’s way less crowded and much quieter!
Grassy Creek Falls has a distinctive rock face that resembles a gentle slide. It’s reminiscent of Sliding Rock, though you can’t slide in DuPont!
Trail length: 2.6-miles from the visitor center
Difficulty: Moderate
Elevation change: ~200 feet
Wintergreen Falls
Wintergreen Falls has a 20-foot drop, making it the smallest waterfall in Dupont Forest. It’s located at the Guion Farm access and is a 1.5-mile hike from the parking area.
Trail length: 3-miles out-and-back
Difficulty: Easy
Elevation change: ~250 feet
