Neals Creek Falls
Mount Mitchell State Park
easy · 0.4 mi · +50 ft · ~10 min · 48 min from downtown · Dog friendly
Features: waterfall, short, roadside
Neals Creek Falls is an easy 0.4-mile hike in Mount Mitchell State Park, about 48 min from downtown Asheville. Plan on 10 min with 50 ft of elevation gain. Dogs are welcome.
Directions to the trailhead · Plan a full day around this hike
About the hike
Very short walk to a cascading roadside waterfall.
Trailhead
35.7123, -82.2423
Make a day of it
- Mount Mitchell Cafe & Eatery (Restaurants, ★ 4.7) — 3.0 mi from the trailhead
- The Davis Country Store & Cafe (Restaurants, ★ 4.8) — 6.7 mi from the trailhead
- Black Beary's Cafe (Restaurants, ★ 4.6) — 6.7 mi from the trailhead
Questions
How long does Neals Creek Falls take?
About 10 min for the 0.4-mile hike, with 50 ft of elevation gain.
How hard is Neals Creek Falls?
It's rated easy: 0.4 miles with 50 ft of climbing.
How far is Neals Creek Falls from Asheville?
About 48 min by car from downtown Asheville, in Mount Mitchell State Park.
Is Neals Creek Falls dog friendly?
Yes. Dogs are welcome on this trail.
Similar trails
- Wash Creek Falls: easy · 1.2 mi · +150 ft · ~30 min · 18 min from downtown · Dog friendly
- Walker Falls: easy · 0.8 mi · +100 ft · ~15 min · 40 min from downtown · Dog friendly
- Courthouse Falls: easy · 0.6 mi · +100 ft · ~15 min · 45 min from downtown · Dog friendly
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