CLOSED FOR STORM REPAIRS IN 2025
(1.2 miles roundtrip, strenuous) This adventurous trail offers some of Beech Mountain’s greatest natural beauty. Water cascading over rocks with many small falls and one larger waterfall, She Falls Falls, make your hike well worth the effort. Start your hike by Lake Coffey, and the trail is downhill for 6/10 of a mile.
Watch your step as you navigate roots and rocks along your way. Good sturdy hiking shoes are highly recommended, especially after it rains when the trail becomes slippery in places. This trail follows trout waters, showcasing cascading waterfalls and tranquil pools. Stop for a break on the boardwalk and overlook Pond Creek below.
Old hemlock trees reach for the sky from this gorge and there are many great spots on the rocks for a picnic or just sitting and enjoying nature at its best. While the trail is somewhat rugged and a little difficult in places, most healthy individuals in moderate shape should find it easy to navigate. Hiking only (no mountain biking).
This trailhead is adjacent to Upper Pond Creek Trail.
Trail Highlights
- Distance: 6/10 of a mile
- Width: 2-3 feet
- Elevation Change: 418 feet
- Difficulty: Strenuous
- Terrain: Rocks requiring large steps up/down, roots, bridges, stairs
- Dogs: Yes, on leash.
- Time: Approximately one hour
- Trailhead: 4 spaces gravel, and bathrooms both at the Lake Coffey trailhead
- Special features: Viewing platform with bench, waterfalls
- Accessible restrooms at Lake Coffey (about 500 ft from the trail head)
To extend the hike another mile or two, take the adjoining Upper Pond Creek Trail.
Go to our Hiking Guide for more trails! Pick up a free Beech Mountain Hiking Map at the Visitor Center or Recreation Center.
This trail is provided and managed by Beech Mountain Parks and Recreation. Beech Mountain is designated an Outdoor NC Trail Town, championing stewardship, accessible outdoors and responsible recreation to sustain our trails for future generations. Join the movement to preserve North Carolina’s Outdoor Spaces by following the Leave No Trace guidelines.
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