Upper Falls Trail
1.0 mi
Distance
19m
Est. Time
Point to Point
Route Type
About This Trail
Upper Falls Trail is a point-to-point trail in South Mountains State Park, managed by the North Carolina Division of Parks and Recreation, in Burke County, North Carolina. It is 1 mile long. Per North Carolina State Parks, it is open to bikes and horses. The nearest town is Casar, North Carolina, about 5 miles away in a straight line.
From the trail data on this page. For conditions and closures, see official sources.
Trail Conditions
Trail Conditions
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Elevation Profile
| Point | Distance from start | Elevation |
|---|---|---|
| Start | 0.0 mi | 656 ft |
| High point | 0.5 mi | 679 ft |
| End | 1.0 mi | 583 ft |
Trail Details
Bike and horse access: North Carolina State Parks, checked 2026-10-14. Rules change, so confirm with the land manager before you go.
- Route Type
- Point to Point
Official sources & verification
Managed by North Carolina Division of Parks and Recreation
Source of truth
- South Mountains State Park — official page
Park unit page with alerts and visitor information.
Where it is
- Nearest town:
- Casar, NC · about 5 mi away
- County:
- Burke County, NC
- Jurisdiction:
- South Mountains State Park · North Carolina Division of Parks and Recreation
Nearest town and county from U.S. Census Bureau place records and county boundaries.
Verify by phone or mail
- Operator:(828) 433-4772
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