Looking Glass Falls
Brevard, North Carolina
| Address: | US-276, Brevard, NC 28712, USA |
| GPS: |
35°17'45.7"N 82°46'7.8"W Maps | Directions |
| State: | North Carolina |
| Trails/Routes: | 0.0 mi |
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Looking Glass Falls is one of the most popular and beautiful waterfalls in North Carolina. And it's perhaps the easiest to view (one of the few accessible roadside waterfalls, making it perfect for folks with mobility and walking challenges). The name "Looking Glass" comes from Looking Glass Rock, where water freezes on its sides in the winter and then glistens in the sunlight like a mirror or looking glass. Looking Glass Creek, which flows past the rock, is also named for the impressive natural structure. ... Its easy accessibility makes Looking Glass Falls a popular spot for travelers along U.S. 276, Forest Heritage Scenic Byway, near Brevard in the Pisgah National Forest. Enjoy nice views from the parking area along the road. Or take a short walk for a closer look. The waterfall is 60 feet tall.Courtesy of romanticasheville.com
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- Travel & camp on durable surfaces
- Dispose of waste properly
- Leave what you find
- Minimize campfire impacts
- Respect wildlife
- Be considerate of other visitors
Directions
From Brevard, North Carolina
- Head northeast on US-64 E/S Broad St toward E Main StContinue to follow US-64 E(3.4 mi)
- Turn left onto US-276 NDestination will be on the right(5.7 mi)
Trails
Distance ?
258 feetElevation Gain ?
-55 feetReal Ascent ?
4 feetReal Descent ?
59 feetAvg Grade (-12°)
-22%Grade (-26° to 14°)
-50% to 25%Elevation differences are scaled for emphasis. While the numbers are accurate, the cut-away shown here is not to scale.
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