2023 HIGHLANDS NC EXPERIENCE GUIDE
Glen Falls Comprised of three, 80-foot falls dropping 640 feet, the entire Glen Falls’ trail descends some 700 feet in one mile. So, the hike down is easy, but back up is steep. To get there: From Highlands, take N.C. 106 towards Dillard, GA. After driving about two miles, look for the sign to the falls. Turn left, then immediately right onto a dirt road. Drive just more than one mile to the parking area.
Kalakaleskies Falls (Lake Sequoyah Dam Falls)
Though less popular than other falls along the Cullasaja Gorge, Kalakaleskies offers a series of smaller falls below the Lake Sequoyah Dam. Great caution should be taken when hiking the trail, as the riverbanks are steep. Taking young children and pets below the dam is not recommended. To get there: Take U.S. 64 West from Highlands. About two miles after this highway intersects with N.C. 28, pull off into the parking area on the left. Pinky Falls A short walk will lead to a local favorite, Pinky Falls. A small cascading waterfall with a sandy beach, Pinky is perfect for a picnic and wading in the water. To get there: Take U.S. 64 East from Highlands. Take a left on Flat Mountain Road. Find a parking pull-off just past the bridge on the right. Rainbow Falls Hiking this moderately difficult trail brings great reward. Hike alongside the rushing Horse pasture River until you reach the 150-foot waterfall. In the mornings, the mist from the waterfall creates rainbows, hence its name. To get there: From Highlands, take U.S. 64 East through Cashiers for about 20 miles, then turn right on NC 281 South. In 0.9 miles the park entrance road is on the left. Continue for 1 mile, pass the visitors center and the turn off for the loop road, then find the Rainbow Falls Parking area straight ahead.
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