0.6 mi
Distance
331 ft
Elev. Gain
17m
Est. Time
Out & Back
Route Type
Moderate
Difficulty
About This Trail
Upper Whitewater Falls Overlook Trail is an out-and-back trail in Jackson County, North Carolina. It is 0.6 miles long and gains 331 feet. The nearest town is Cashiers, North Carolina, about 6 miles away in a straight line.
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Trail Conditions
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Elevation Profile
| Point | Distance from start | Elevation |
|---|---|---|
| Start | 0.0 mi | 796 ft |
| High point | 0.2 mi | 821 ft |
| End | 0.6 mi | 796 ft |
Trail Details
- Route Type
- Out & Back
Official sources & verification
Reserve or permit
- Whitewater Falls fee and pass information
USFS National Forests in North Carolina
Where it is
- Nearest town:
- Cashiers, NC · about 6 mi away
- County:
- Jackson County, NC
Nearest town and county from U.S. Census Bureau place records and county boundaries.
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