Hickory Nut Falls Trail
Chimney Rock & Lake Lure
easy · 1.4 mi · +300 ft · ~45 min · 30 min from downtown · Dog friendly
Features: waterfall, Chimney Rock, family friendly
Hickory Nut Falls Trail is an easy 1.4-mile hike in Chimney Rock & Lake Lure, about 30 min from downtown Asheville. Plan on 45 min with 300 ft of elevation gain. Dogs are welcome.
Directions to the trailhead · Plan a full day around this hike
About the hike
Easy walk to the base of the 404-foot Hickory Nut Falls.
Trailhead
35.4356, -82.2678
Make a day of it
- Chimney Rock Smokehouse (Restaurants, ★ 4.7) — 1.1 mi from the trailhead
- Riverwatch Bar & Grill (Restaurants, ★ 4.6) — 1.2 mi from the trailhead
- The 828 (Restaurants, ★ 4.7) — 1.8 mi from the trailhead
Questions
How long does Hickory Nut Falls Trail take?
About 45 min for the 1.4-mile hike, with 300 ft of elevation gain.
How hard is Hickory Nut Falls Trail?
It's rated easy: 1.4 miles with 300 ft of climbing.
How far is Hickory Nut Falls Trail from Asheville?
About 30 min by car from downtown Asheville, in Chimney Rock & Lake Lure.
Is Hickory Nut Falls Trail dog friendly?
Yes. Dogs are welcome on this trail.
Similar trails
- Hooker Falls: easy · 1 mi · +100 ft · ~20 min · 35 min from downtown · Dog friendly
- Moore Cove Falls: easy · 1.4 mi · +200 ft · ~40 min · 45 min from downtown · Dog friendly
- Setrock Creek Falls: easy · 1.4 mi · +200 ft · ~30 min · 50 min from downtown · Dog friendly
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