Epic Secret Spots at the Lower Cascades Falls in Hanging Rock State Park Stokes County NC

Описание: Lower Cascade Falls in Hanging Rock State Park, North Carolina features a 35-foot waterfall with a popular swimming hole at its base, accessible via a moderate, 0.4-mile trail with stairs.

Location: Stokes County, North Carolina.
Description: A 35-foot waterfall on Cascade Creek, flowing over a layered rock face into a large, shallow pool.
Trail: A moderate, 0.4-mile trail with a steep section of stairs leading to the falls.
Activities: Hiking, swimming in the pool during warmer months, and enjoying the scenic views.
Tips: Arrive early, especially on weekends, as the area gets very busy.

(Source Google AI)

Lower Cascades is a waterfall in North Central North Carolina, located in Hanging Rock State Park in Stokes County.

Coordinates
36.414907°N 80.268480°W
Type
Cascade
Total height
35 ft (11 m)
Number of drops
1

History
The falls were first seen by Europeans when they were discovered by German naturalist Lewis David von Schweinitz. They were originally named Schweinitz Falls (or Cascades)

Geology
The waterway is Cascades Creek, which flows through Hanging Rock State Park. The falls have a large plunge pool at the base with an overhanging bluff.

Visiting the Falls
The falls are open to the public and are accessible beginning at a parking area on the side of Hall Road. Visitors may take a moderate-difficulty 0.3-mile (.5 km) trail to the falls. The trail used to be extremely difficult at the end with a dangerous cliff scramble, but has been made much easier by the addition of a set of stairs to the plunge pool.

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Getting there:
Stokes County is 30 miles north of Winston-Salem

At this park, you can find: rock outcroppings with scenic vistas, Schweinitz's sunflower, and Wehrle's salamander

Highlights at this access: short, moderate hike to Lower Cascades Falls; parking area 1 mile from main entrance gate

Visitor Center
336-593-8480

[email protected]

ADDRESS
Hanging Rock State Park – Lower Cascades
2143 Hall Road
Westfield, NC 27053

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