Linville Falls

Note: Linville Falls visitor center is closed due to damage from Hurricane Helene. This section of the Blue Ridge Parkway is also closed. 

The falls can currently only be accessed via the strenuous trails in Pisgah National Forest. Extra caution is advised. Find more information about the USFS access here.

Two main hiking trails lead to beautiful views of Linville Falls. Both begin at the Linville Falls Visitor Center and pass through remnants of a virgin hemlock forest mixed with other familiar trees such as white pine, oaks, hickory, and birch. A colorful and varied display of wildflowers decorates the trails in spring. Red and golden leaves in fall beautifully contrast with the soothing green of hemlocks. Nearby, a campground and a picnic area make wonderful stops on any Blue Ridge Parkway adventure.

Go to our Linville Falls Trail Guide for more detailed information about the trails.