35-mile mark, you’ll reach a very scenic point to quickly divert off the trail to the left. There are quite a few sets of stone steps, which are easier on knees, bodies and dogs than rock scrambles.Īt the. On Lower Trail, you’ll see a set of stone steps. Instead, continue straight ahead to ascend up the hill. This is Lower Trail.įor Upper Trail, do not turn right at the bridge. You’ll then see the first of several benches for a quick rest before continuing on to Cascades Falls. Turn right to cross a bridge over Little Stony Creek. In a few more steps, you have a choice to make. 15-mile mark where you can walk out onto the rocks for your first up-close views of Little Stony Creek. Little Stony CreekĪs you begin to hike, you’ll see a short spur trail at the. It’s worth noting that there are several points along the trail where you can switch from Lower to Upper or Upper to Lower if you want more or less of a challenge. Upper Trail is described as an “uphill challenge,” while Lower Trail is described as a “more scenic hike.” I opted for Lower Trail. It would be very difficult to get lost on the way to the falls, but I always like to take a photo, just in case. Snap a quick photo of the large trail map. Interestingly, there is an Upper Trail and a Lower Trail. You’ll see a kiosk to the right and will quickly learn that there are two ways to Cascades Falls. The trailhead for the Cascades National Recreation Trail (also, Cascades Falls Trail) is located at the back of the parking area, to the right of the restrooms. There are also picnic tables and restrooms. There is plenty of parking (at least on a weekday) at this day use area managed by the USDA Forest Service. Simply write your pass number on the envelope and deposit it into the repository. Tear off the receipt and place it on your dashboard.Īmerica the Beautiful passholders, your fee is covered by the annual pass. Once you arrive at the parking area, place your $3 into the envelope on arrival (honor system). If you have the time, these are scenic and enjoyable. There are three hikes at Mountain Lake Lodge, including a gorgeous sunset hike to Bald Knob. It’s an easy 20-minute drive from Mountain Lake Lodge in Pembroke (aka Kellerman’s from Dirty Dancing). The address is 2068 Cascades Drive in Pembroke. Set in the Jefferson National Forest, there is a $3 admission fee to park for this Southwest Virginia hike, which is located in the Cascades Day Use Area. I had to complete this one to see if the hike, and the waterfall, lived up to the hype. This hike in Pembroke, Virginia has nearly all five-star reviews. If you love waterfall hikes, the 4-mile out-and-back hike on the Cascades Falls Trail to 66-foot-tall Cascades Falls is one to put high on your list of must-do hikes.
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