Moravian Falls facts for kids
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Moravian Falls, Moravian Falls, NC
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| Location | Moravian Falls Campground, Moravian Falls, Wilkes County, in North Carolina |
| Coordinates | 36°05′11″N 81°11′25″W / 36.086286°N 81.190295°W |
| Type | Cascade and Slide |
| Total height | 42 ft (13 m) |
Moravian Falls is a beautiful waterfall located in Wilkes County, North Carolina. It's a popular spot for visitors who want to see nature's beauty up close.
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What is Moravian Falls?
Moravian Falls is a special type of waterfall. It's called a "cascade and slide" waterfall. This means the water flows down a rocky slope rather than dropping straight down. The falls are about 42 feet (12.8 meters) tall.
How the Falls Were Formed
The waterfall is found on Moravian Creek. The water flows over a large, solid rock area. At the bottom, the water lands in a deeper part of the creek called a "plunge pool." This is where the water collects after its journey down the falls.
A Mill by the Water
The land around Moravian Falls is owned by a campground. The owners have built a copy of an old watermill right next to the falls. Watermills used to use the power of flowing water to grind grain. It's a cool way to see how people used nature long ago!
Visiting Moravian Falls
You can visit Moravian Falls! It's located on the grounds of the Moravian Falls Campground. The owners are kind enough to let people see the falls.
How to Get There
To find the falls, you can take US Highway 421. Then, exit onto NC Highway 18 and NC Highway 16. Follow NC 18/16 south into the town of Moravian Falls. Make sure to stay on NC 18. After about 0.4 miles, turn left onto Falls Road. Go another 0.5 miles, and you'll see the falls on your left.
Important Rules for Visitors
- You should always ask for permission at the camp store before walking to the falls.
- You can see the falls from the road, but please do not stop or block traffic.
- It's very important to follow all the rules of the campground.
- For your safety, you are not allowed to swim near or above the falls.
Other Waterfalls Nearby
North Carolina has many amazing waterfalls! If you enjoy Moravian Falls, you might also like to learn about these other falls in the area:
- Boone Falls
- Crystal Falls
- Wingler Creek Falls
- Gilbreath Falls
- Carter Falls
- North Deep Creek Falls
