Slick Rock Falls facts for kids
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Slick Rock Falls, March 2007
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| Location | Pisgah National Forest, Transylvania County, North Carolina |
| Coordinates | 35°17′36″N 82°47′50″W / 35.293441°N 82.797109°W |
| Type | Plunge |
| Total height | 30 ft (9 m) |
| Number of drops | 1 |
Slick Rock Falls is a beautiful waterfall located in Western North Carolina, close to the town of Brevard. It's a popular spot for visitors to enjoy nature in the Pisgah National Forest.
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What Makes Slick Rock Falls Special?
Slick Rock Falls gets its water from Slick Rock Creek. The water flows over a rocky cliff that hangs out, creating the waterfall. Sometimes, if there hasn't been much rain, the waterfall might slow down to just a small trickle.
Why Is It Called Slick Rock Falls?
The waterfall gets its name from the very smooth, or "slick," rocks found at the top and bottom of the falls. Long ago, before this area became part of the Pisgah National Forest, a path for cattle crossed Slick Rock Creek near the top of the falls. Sometimes, a cow might accidentally slip and go over the falls because of these slick rocks!
How to Visit Slick Rock Falls
Slick Rock Falls is open for everyone to visit. You can reach it by car.
To get there:
- Travel on U.S. Highway 276.
- Go about 5.2 miles north from where U.S. Highway 276 meets U.S. Highway 64 and NC Highway 280 in Brevard.
- Turn left onto Forest Road 475 and drive for 1.5 miles.
- Then, turn right onto Forest Road 475B and go north for 1.1 miles.
- You will see a sharp left turn in the road with a small place to pull over and park.
- Park your car there and follow the trail for about 55 yards.
- Take the path to the right, and you'll reach the bottom of the falls in about 45 yards.
Other Waterfalls Nearby
There are many other amazing waterfalls to explore close to Slick Rock Falls!
- Rockhouse Creek Falls: This waterfall is about 0.5 miles (0.9 km) north of Slick Rock Falls on Forest Road 475B. It can be hard to see this waterfall in the summer because of all the thick plants like rhododendron and mountain laurel.
- Looking Glass Falls
- Moore Cove Falls
- Sliding Rock
- Cedar Rock Falls
- Cove Creek Falls
- Daniel Ridge Falls
- Twin Falls
- Log Hollow Falls
- Falls on Log Hollow Branch
- Key Falls
