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Hidden Falls
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Hidden Falls, September 2005
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Location Hanging Rock State Park, Stokes County, North Carolina
Coordinates 36°23′56″N 80°15′37″W / 36.398899°N 80.260332°W / 36.398899; -80.260332
Type Cascade
Total height 13 ft (4.0 m)
Number of drops 3

Hidden Falls is a beautiful waterfall located in Hanging Rock State Park in Stokes County, North Carolina, USA. It's a popular spot for visitors to enjoy nature and explore the park's trails.

About Hidden Falls

Hidden Falls is part of a stream called Indian Creek. This creek flows right through Hanging Rock State Park. After passing Hidden Falls, the water continues its journey downstream to another waterfall called Window Falls. Hidden Falls itself is about 13 feet (4 meters) tall and has three different drops where the water tumbles down.

How to Visit Hidden Falls

Hidden Falls is open for everyone to visit! To get there, you can park your car along Hall Road. From the parking area, you'll walk about half a mile (which is about 0.9 kilometers) on a trail. This trail is considered to be of moderate difficulty, meaning it's a bit challenging but most people can do it.

Once you reach Hidden Falls, you can enjoy the view. If you're feeling adventurous, you can continue walking just a little bit further, about 0.1 miles (0.16 kilometers), to see Window Falls too!

Other Waterfalls Nearby

Hanging Rock State Park is home to more than just Hidden Falls. There are four other amazing waterfalls you can explore in the park:

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