Rainbow Falls Trail Gorges
Gorges State Park
moderate · 1.4 mi · +350 ft · ~40 min · 1h 5m from downtown · Dog friendly
Features: waterfall, 150 feet, Gorges State Park
Rainbow Falls Trail Gorges is a moderate 1.4-mile hike in Gorges State Park, about 1h 5m from downtown Asheville. Plan on 40 min with 350 ft of elevation gain. Dogs are welcome.
Directions to the trailhead · Plan a full day around this hike
About the hike
Trail to a spectacular 150-foot waterfall in Gorges State Park.
Trailhead
35.1034, -82.9345
Make a day of it
- Smoke On BBQ (Restaurants, ★ 4.8) — 14.0 mi from the trailhead
- Jordan Street Cafe (Restaurants, ★ 4.6) — 14.4 mi from the trailhead
- Wild Morel (Restaurants, ★ 4.4) — 14.4 mi from the trailhead
Questions
How long does Rainbow Falls Trail Gorges take?
About 40 min for the 1.4-mile hike, with 350 ft of elevation gain.
How hard is Rainbow Falls Trail Gorges?
It's rated moderate: 1.4 miles with 350 ft of climbing.
How far is Rainbow Falls Trail Gorges from Asheville?
About 1h 5m by car from downtown Asheville, in Gorges State Park.
Is Rainbow Falls Trail Gorges dog friendly?
Yes. Dogs are welcome on this trail.
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- Bridal Veil Falls at Dupont: moderate · 4.8 mi · +600 ft · ~2h 15m · 35 min from downtown · Dog friendly
- Douglas Falls Trail: moderate · 2 mi · +400 ft · ~1h · 35 min from downtown · Dog friendly
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