Turtleback Falls facts for kids
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Although dangerous, Swimming is a popular activity at Turtleback Falls
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| Location | Horsepasture River, Pisgah National Forest, Blue Ridge Mountains, Transylvania County, North Carolina |
| Coordinates | 35°05′32″N 82°57′59″W / 35.0922°N 82.9663°W |
| Type | Cascade |
| Total height | 20 ft (6.1 m) |
| Number of drops | 1 |
Turtleback Falls, also known as Umbrella Falls, is a beautiful waterfall in Western North Carolina. You can find it close to the town of Rosman. This waterfall is part of the Horsepasture River, which flows through the Pisgah National Forest.
Many visitors reach Turtleback Falls by hiking. The trail often starts in Gorges State Park and goes through parts of the Pisgah National Forest. It's a popular spot for swimming. When the water is low, some people even slide over the falls into a pool below called the "Chug Hole." However, it's important to be careful. When the river flows fast, the currents can be very strong and dangerous.
What Makes Turtleback Falls Special?
Turtleback Falls gets its name from the way the rock looks. The river flows over a large, smooth rock surface that looks a lot like a turtle's shell. This unique shape is what gives the falls its name.
At the bottom of the falls, there's a big, deep pool. This pool is famously known as the "Chug Hole." The river water rushes over the sloping rock and then drops into this cool, deep pool.
Other Waterfalls Nearby
The area around Turtleback Falls is full of other amazing waterfalls. Here are a few you might hear about:
- Little Falls - This waterfall is located upstream from Drift Falls on private land.
- Narrows Falls - You can find this waterfall upstream from Drift Falls, but it's inside a private community.
- Rock House Falls - This is a 55-foot tall waterfall. It's on private property along Burlingame Creek, which flows into the Horsepasture River.
- Rainbow Falls
- Drift Falls
- Stairway Falls
- Sidepocket Falls
- Windy Falls
