Wash Creek Falls
Bent Creek
easy · 1.2 mi · +150 ft · ~30 min · 18 min from downtown · Dog friendly
Features: waterfall, short, Bent Creek
Wash Creek Falls is an easy 1.2-mile hike in Bent Creek, about 18 min from downtown Asheville. Plan on 30 min with 150 ft of elevation gain. Dogs are welcome.
Directions to the trailhead · Plan a full day around this hike
About the hike
Short walk to a peaceful waterfall in the Bent Creek watershed.
Trailhead
35.4534, -82.6567
Make a day of it
- Budgie's Bakeshop - Bakery and Coffee Shop (Coffee Shops, ★ 4.8) — 5.2 mi from the trailhead
- Apollo Flame Bistro - Brevard Rd (Restaurants, ★ 4.5) — 5.7 mi from the trailhead
- Pad Thai Asheville (Restaurants, ★ 4.6) — 5.7 mi from the trailhead
Questions
How long does Wash Creek Falls take?
About 30 min for the 1.2-mile hike, with 150 ft of elevation gain.
How hard is Wash Creek Falls?
It's rated easy: 1.2 miles with 150 ft of climbing.
How far is Wash Creek Falls from Asheville?
About 18 min by car from downtown Asheville, in Bent Creek.
Is Wash Creek Falls dog friendly?
Yes. Dogs are welcome on this trail.
Similar trails
- 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
- Neals Creek Falls: easy · 0.4 mi · +50 ft · ~10 min · 48 min from downtown · Dog friendly
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