Waterfall Safety 101

How to safely view the best waterfalls near Asheville, N.C.

The Asheville area is home to hundreds of waterfalls, including some of the most picturesque waterfalls in the country. Exploring these natural wonders can be one of the most exciting and memorable experiences you have during your visit!

While waterfalls are beautiful, they are also powerful and pose hidden dangers to those who are unprepared and do not follow basic safety measures. People are injured or killed at area waterfalls each year. In nearly every case, those accidents have occurred when people ignored posted warnings.

We encourage you to join us in promoting waterfall safety by adhering to following tips: