Daniel Ridge Falls Loop
Pisgah National Forest
moderate · 4 mi · +800 ft · ~2h · 40 min from downtown · Dog friendly
Features: waterfall, loop, forest
Daniel Ridge Falls Loop is a moderate 4-mile hike in Pisgah National Forest, about 40 min from downtown Asheville. Plan on 2h with 800 ft of elevation gain. Dogs are welcome.
Directions to the trailhead · Plan a full day around this hike
About the hike
Loop trail past a beautiful 150-foot cascading waterfall.
Trailhead
35.2645, -82.8012
Make a day of it
- 185 King Street (Restaurants, ★ 4.7) — 4.1 mi from the trailhead
- Noblebräu Brewing (Breweries, ★ 4.6) — 4.1 mi from the trailhead
- Vescovo Neighborhood Eatery (Restaurants, ★ 4.6) — 4.1 mi from the trailhead
Questions
How long does Daniel Ridge Falls Loop take?
About 2h for the 4-mile hike, with 800 ft of elevation gain.
How hard is Daniel Ridge Falls Loop?
It's rated moderate: 4 miles with 800 ft of climbing.
How far is Daniel Ridge Falls Loop from Asheville?
About 40 min by car from downtown Asheville, in Pisgah National Forest.
Is Daniel Ridge Falls Loop dog friendly?
Yes. Dogs are welcome on this trail.
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