How hard is the hike to Triple Falls?
Triple Falls, at the end of the hike, is great place for a picnic or snack….Triple Falls Hike.
| In This Guide | Turn by Turn Hike Directions How to Get to Triple Falls Triple Falls Trail Maps |
|---|---|
| Hike Time | 1:30 Hours (Total) |
| Difficulty (?) | Easy |
| Total Ascent (?) | 910 feet (277m) |
| Highest Elevation | 790 feet (241m) |
Can you swim at Triple Falls NC?
Triple Falls in DuPont State Recreational Forest offers a unique opportunity to stand in the middle of a waterfall! After enjoying the view of all three cascades from the main trail, take the staircase down to the flat rock plateau between the falls. But no swimming or wading is allowed due to currents.
How long of a hike is Hooker Falls?
1/4-mile
Hooker Falls is easy to access via a 1/4-mile trail from the parking area. You will come to an observation deck above the falls first. Then continue on the trail to the pool in front of the waterfall. There are plenty of rocks to sit and enjoy the view (or enjoy a picnic).
Is Hooker Falls crowded?
DuPont’s two main lots, Hooker Falls and the main entrance, are closed since those lots are typically crowded.
Do you need a permit to hike Three Sisters Falls?
Three Sisters Falls will become heavily regulated and accessible by permit only. Do your part and ensure you have plenty of water, adequate footwear, don’t do anything stupid and this natural beauty will remain open & unrestricted for all to enjoy.
Can you hike the Three Sisters?
Three Sisters Pass is a 3.1 mile moderately trafficked out and back trail located near Canmore, Alberta, Canada that features a waterfall and is rated as difficult. The trail is primarily used for hiking, rock climbing, and snowshoeing and is best used from May until October.
Is Dupont Forest Open?
DuPont is open every day 5 AM until 10 PM. Admission is free. The Visitor Center and restrooms are located at the High Falls parking area.
Is DuPont Forest Open?
Why are the 3 sisters famous?
The Aboriginal dream-time legend has it that three sisters, ‘Meehni’, ‘Wimlah’ and ‘Gunnedoo’ lived in the Jamison Valley as members of the Katoomba tribe. These beautiful young ladies had fallen in love with three brothers from the Nepean tribe, yet tribal law forbade them to marry.