Walker Falls
Montreat
easy · 0.8 mi · +100 ft · ~15 min · 40 min from downtown · Dog friendly
Features: waterfall, short, Blue Ridge Parkway
Walker Falls is an easy 0.8-mile hike in Montreat, about 40 min from downtown Asheville. Plan on 15 min with 100 ft of elevation gain. Dogs are welcome.
Directions to the trailhead · Plan a full day around this hike
About the hike
Short roadside walk to a pretty cascading waterfall.
Trailhead
35.6834, -82.2345
Make a day of it
- Black Beary's Cafe (Restaurants, ★ 4.6) — 4.8 mi from the trailhead
- The Davis Country Store & Cafe (Restaurants, ★ 4.8) — 4.8 mi from the trailhead
- 27 Main (Restaurants, ★ 4.5) — 4.8 mi from the trailhead
Questions
How long does Walker Falls take?
About 15 min for the 0.8-mile hike, with 100 ft of elevation gain.
How hard is Walker Falls?
It's rated easy: 0.8 miles with 100 ft of climbing.
How far is Walker Falls from Asheville?
About 40 min by car from downtown Asheville, in Montreat.
Is Walker 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
- Bull Creek Valley Overlook: easy · 0.6 mi · +100 ft · ~15 min · 20 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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