Looking Glass Falls
Looking Glass Falls
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- Mike WSt. Petersburg, Florida131 contributionsFive Mile Drive with a Five Minute Walk to Thundering WaterfallExquisite waterfall in Pisgah National Forest. Just a five mile drive from the Brevard entrance to the forest on the right hand side of the road. Then a quick walk/climb (not even a hike) because it's all stairs down to the falls. Beautiful thundering waterfall with a swimming hole at the bottom! FYI...if you enter the forest from the Brevard side like we did. Once you reach the Looking Glass Park sign you can park there but I suggest to keep driving because the staircase to the actual falls is another 1/2 mile walk.Visited June 2024Travelled with familyWritten 30 June 2024
- Mixa's TravelsOldsmar, Florida4,154 contributionsScenic Waterfall Near the RoadOn any visit to Brevard, NC a must stop is Looking Glass Falls. It is easily seen from the road and there is a lot of roadside parking. As many visitors just stop for a quick picture, you can drive closer to the Falls and probably still find parking - unless it is holiday or weekend where there will be crowds. There is a trail along the edge of the raod/parkoing to follow to a sidewalk that then has an overlook of the Falls. There are stairs down to the bottom for a different view of the falls. For our visit we just stopped at the top of the Falls. It is a popular fall for wading/swimming in the pool at the base of the Falls. Again, it is right by the road so no hiking is necessary to reach the Falls where many other Falls require a bit of a hike.Visited July 2024Travelled as a coupleWritten 18 July 2024
- Catherine MGreer, South Carolina185 contributionsRoadside Wonder!Looking Glass Falls is a great name for this glowing beauty! The fall is right beside the road and anyone can access this fall even if you have mobility issues. What a beautiful rush of adrenaline you get from hearing the sound this fall makes. 60 foot waterfall in The Pisgah Forest.Visited June 2024Travelled with familyWritten 22 July 2024
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joefaul
Saint Paul, MN191 contributions
Jun 2021
we probably picked the worst possible time to see Looking Glass, right in the middle of the day, around 1. there were a ton of people there so we couldn't get that cool of pictures. the falls were pretty though, just way too many people. i'd recommend going in the morning or later in the afternoon when the area is more empty.
Written 8 August 2021
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noeloni
Sarasota, FL282 contributions
Mar 2021 • Family
This waterfall is beautiful and majestic and HUGE and cannot be missed if you’re visiting Pisgah Forest. Since it’s right next to the road, there’s no hiking necessary to get to it, simply pull over to park along the roadside. And even if you’re unable to go down and back up the stairway, no worries! It can be just as easily seen and enjoyed from the top viewing platform which is level with the road.
Written 21 March 2021
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Ward D
Satellite Beach, FL3,384 contributions
Oct 2022
This scenic view and stop are directly off the Pisgah highway. There is limited parking along the side of the road that has the falls. The waterfall is right off the road and easy to see from the sidewalk. It is a plunge waterfall that looked about 30 feet across at the top with about an 80-foot plunge into a broad pool. The viewing platform is about 200 feet from the falls with about ½ of that distance covered by rock/ground above water and the rest is the pool that the water cascades into. For the adventurous, you can descend several concrete (wide) steps to get to the bottom where there is a platform for you to take pictures or just enjoy the view. The really adventurous people in your group can go beyond the walkway and stand right by the falls. I have even seen pictures of people in the water although I would recommend staying on the walkway and viewing platform for your safety. Overall, a very nice stop off the Pisgah highway that has a very nice view and is easy to access, and provides great pictures in various seasons. Enjoy!
Written 14 January 2023
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momtraveler321
Orlando, FL14 contributions
Jun 2019 • Family
We stopped here on our way home. It is a bit of a ways off the parkway and took awhile to find it. We took pictures and there were many people wading/swimming around in the water. I would advise not to do this as one of my children went to step on a rock and it was extremely slippery and they could have fallen and hit their head on another rock. It is far from civilization and if you were to get hurt, the response time would take a while plus cell service was hit or miss. It was extremely crowded on the day we went and parking is lacking and you will be lucky to find a spot nearby if you go at a busy time. We just happened to get there when someone was leaving and parking is very close to the roadway. Plus, there aren’t any bathrooms close by so plan ahead. It is beautiful for pictures but if we were to visit again, we would not be going into the water.
Written 9 February 2020
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mcmusgro
Laurinburg, NC439 contributions
Oct 2021
This was my favorite waterfalls of the 4 I went to during my trip to the mountains. It was impressive and easily accessible with a lookout on the side of the road with easy stairs going down to the base. It was more of a drive from the Blue Ridge Parkway than I was expecting but well worth it!
Written 19 October 2021
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mathstud
Mulberry, FL547 contributions
Jul 2020 • Family
This waterfall has many visitors, so parking could be a problem. There are several stairs. Swimming is allowed. They should do a better job of maintaining the shrubbery so the view is not obstructed. Also, wireless and navigation is spotty on US 276.
Written 6 July 2020
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JP
Raleigh, NC307 contributions
Jan 2023 • Couples
Beautiful waterfall off the side of a highway with excellent markings. Great for young, old, pets, physically challenged, etc. There was plenty of parking along the road and you can see the falls/ have great opportunity for photos without having to take the stairs. It was misting when we went and the stairs were slippery so definitely look out for that if you are going all the way down to the base of the falls. Beautiful and highly recommend. About 45 min from downtown Asheville and we also did Moore Cove Falls in addition to this one during our weekend stay.
Written 2 January 2023
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JennLynn
Fayetteville, NC28 contributions
Aug 2020 • Family
Looking Glass Falls is absolutely amazing and beautiful. We had teenagers and younger kids and both were able to get into the water and close to the falls. Highly recommend water shoes! Great outdoor event for everyone.
Written 1 August 2020
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GabrielSanab
Florida Keys, FL219 contributions
Oct 2020
The falls is very nice and what’s great is that older folks don’t have to walk the trail to see the falls. You can see it from the observation area on the top or walk down the path to get a better view. Although great and I could definitely spend more time there, it was pretty crowded for how little standing/viewing areas there are. So we opted to leave quick to see other sites. Definitely recommend but maybe try early in the morning or late to have less of a crowd.
Written 26 October 2020
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JennioDesMoines
Pella, IA163 contributions
Jun 2020
Absolutely gorgeous! The waterfall showcases such natural beauty and power. We didn't see much puarking available as we went towards sliding rock, but when we were returning past Looking Glass, we noticed there were quite a few spots (late afternoon) and were easily able to slide into a spot close to the falls. I'm so glad we did because it was another dose of witnessing God's amazing creation. The kids loved getting to swim under a waterfall.
Written 6 July 2020
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How early would you guys recommend getting there? I would like to avoid crowd as i have 2 young kids plus COVID.
Written 9 July 2021
We got there at 7:30am and there were five cars
Written 17 July 2021
I’m 6 months pregnant and would love to go this weekend. I have a beagle mix and would like to know if the stairs are safe to go down?
Written 20 May 2019
The stairs are in good condition but they do get slick because of the spray from the falls. It’s a relatively gentle descent. If you are active and Dr allows safe exercise for you and your baby, then it would probably be fine. Also, I hope your doggy doesn’t pull you when on a leash. You will need to hold the rails and go slowly if you decide to go. Personally, I would have done it when I was young and pregnant. Just be careful and enjoy!
Written 21 May 2019
There are several places along the parkway to camp that are close. The closest campground would be Davidson River Campground.
Written 20 March 2018
What would be a good time to go here to meditate alone? At night?
Written 1 June 2017
I wouldn't recommend going at night. I think it's closed after a certain time. You could always find a nice stream or river off of a trail near the falls. As for the time of day, I'm not sure
Written 2 June 2017
Any picnic area for a group?
Written 22 May 2017
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Alabama
Actually several picnic areas close by with picnic tables, but lots of folks just head down to the river at the falls and eat there, but here are NO tables there. It can be a zoo down there if it is a busy (e.g., Memorial Day) weekend
Written 22 May 2017
I would like something more secluded and dont mind a little bit of a hike - have two dogs and one husband - any ideas
Written 22 August 2016
Skinny dip falls. You can google it. It is a mile and a half hike off of the blue ridge parkway. Lots of waterfalls around western NC.
Written 23 August 2016
When school is in session and during the week. We love to visit falls in the fall when the colors make everything look so much prettier.
Written 17 August 2016
Can I visit on the weekends and what is a good time?
Written 16 July 2016
It is open 24 hours a day. I would think the best time would be early in the day before there is too many people around (if you are going for the view/photos)
Written 17 July 2016
It is open 24/7, no gate or anything, but it would be dangerous to go at night, it IS a state forest after all, and some of it is called slippery rock.
Written 17 July 2016
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