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    DuPont State Forest

    4.8 (84 reviews)

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    Hooker Falls
    Tim C.

    This is a great park for relatively easy and short hikes to see (and swim near) some nice waterfalls. We took our two daughters (5 and 8 years old) on some of the hikes near the Hooker Falls Access parking lot. We arrived at the parking lot around 9am and the lot was already filling up, so make plans to arrive early to secure a parking spot! We went to Triple Falls first, which was a doable hike for the kiddos and took us to some really nice views of the falls. We had packed a lunch beforehand, and took that lunch then to Hooker Falls, which has some calmer waters at the base where people get in to swim and play. There is a smaller sandy beach area with shallower water which was good for younger kids to play in. It was refreshing to jump into the water after a morning packed with hiking! Again, the Hooker Falls Access seemed like a popular spot, so plan to get there early to secure a parking spot!

    Lara T.

    What a gem in North Carolina. Home to so many great hiking trails and waterfalls, this is an easy state forest to get to from Asheville. It has more than 10,000 acres of forests and waterfalls. Their most popular hike is not difficult at all (a couple miles total) and you can see 3 different waterfalls along the way Hooker Falls, Triple Falls and High Falls which are breathtaking. The parking availability is excellent as well. Everyone along the trails were so friendly.

    Latonya P.

    Beautiful- calming- a place of reflection- fresh air etc. We walked two trails to view waterfalls- met really nice people (who isn't nice when surrounded with such beauty) and got a really good workout in! If your not in shape the trails to waterfalls can be physically challenging but oh so worth it!!! We will definitely return to explore more of this great park! Tip go early the lots fill up fast regarding parking we got there around 9:30 by the time we left around noon it was full.

    One of the many waterfalls that we saw
    Jennifer I.

    Oh my goodness so much beauty and standing in the middle of the forestry and closing your eyes and hearing the sound of the waterfalls is amazing. Great place to hike however, I will say it's moderately hard. Let's just say the next time I go I will have walking sticks in hand.but I will definitely do this again. It was phenomenal.

    Shannette W.

    One of the easiest hikes ever. Went to Hooker Falls and it was beautiful. The trail was well maintained and parking was good. We went kinda late in the day and it was getting dark. But it was easy to get back to the car. Looking forward to seeing the rest of the falls

    Linda R.

    If you are in the area, either living or visiting, you need to check out Dupont State Forest near Brevard, NC. They are known for their waterfalls, and indeed, the wayerfalls are beautiful and definitely worth a visit. This is a park that stays pretty busy, and depending on the time of year and time of day you may have a difficult time finding a place to park. My suggestion is to keep circling until you find something because the views are worth it. You will see a lot of people on the trails, but luckily the trails are in good shape and easy to maneuver.

    DuPont State Forest come and see some of God's greatest waterfalls.
    David C.

    One of God's natural Treasures in North Carolina. I believe you will get your feel of waterfalls.

    High Falls
    Meanole M.

    Unbelievable network of waterfalls are accessible within the DuPont State Forest. It was really crowded on Sunday when we were there, so we stuck to the High Falls Loop and had an amazing experience. From the visitors center to the falls, we took an easy, half mile trail, sat back, and enjoyed nature's beauty.

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    Amy Lauren S.

    My husband and I had a wonderful time hiking the trails at DuPont State Forest. We visited on a weekday in late October, and the crowds were not bad. The parking lots are small, and every spot was taken, but the trails themselves offered lots of room to spread out. If you hike Hooker Falls and Triple Falls, you can see several incredible waterfalls in a short time. The park also has loops you can hike and see a covered bridge. The Triple Falls hike has a pretty steep uphill, so be prepared. The views and photos are worth it. If you plan to hike all of the trails, carry water and perhaps a snack. All of the trails are well marked, and you can scan a QR code and download a map to your phone. The ranger's station also has paper maps. For me, cell phone signal was nonexistent, even a few miles after we left the park and I tried to enter our AirBNB into my phone's GPS. I recommend downloading directions to your next destination, just in case. Also, parking is free, but there are two lots so don't forget which one you parked in.

    Wen-Ju C.

    Best waterfalls ever!!! The trails were fun, they had easy, medium, and tough routes. I love that it's dog friendly so my dog was able to enjoy the waterfalls and hike too. It was a lot of fun and beautiful place. There's restrooms and picnic tables available by the parking lot. I suggest bringing sunscreen, bathing suit, water shoes, and towels if you want to dip in the water. There weren't that many bugs/insects from my experience.

    NC beauty
    Dani N.

    Beautiful forest right off the highway with tons of trails of all levels. Very well kept area with many parking options and especially helpful rangers at the visitor's center. There is no service in this area so I'd recommend routing your GPS to the visitor's center and hiking out from there. That way you can ask the park rangers for directions if you need something specific other than the main falls. I believe there are 6 different falls in the area: Hooker Falls, High Falls, Triple Falls, Grassy Creek Falls, Wintergreen Falls and Bridal Veil Falls. The water flow is, of course, dependant on the season and how much rainfall the area has gotten recently. They say the best time to go is Spring or mid Fall. I've been to Dupont for hiking a few times now. Once in Summer and other times in early Fall. I've never seen the leaves change color but every time I visit the falls are plenty filled with water. My favorite waterfall here is High Falls. It blows my mind how huge it is! Triple Falls is pretty cool, too, and the hike is a little more intense for those looking for an actual trek. A lot of people swim at the base of Hooker Falls. It's very calm waters, from what I've experienced, and a beautiful swimming hole to relax at. Wintergreen and Bridal Veil are more fun for the hike and to say you've seen X number of falls rather than for their beauty and wonder. All the trails are well marked here. It's a very safe area. I've never seen any huge animals. I would recommend wearing bug spray, especially in the Summer and it is the South and there are tons of them everywhere. The visitor's center has restrooms and, again, very helpful staff. There's a nice variety of super easy trails and pretty strenuous ones. I'd definitely recommend this area for families, couples, independent travelers, etc. Don't forget to bring water!

    Andrea W.

    Cool park to do some waterfall hikes! I went to Hooker, Triple, and High Falls, and they were all great! Pretty unique waterfalls too, which was awesome. I came on a weekday morning, plenty of parking, not too many people, and trail was pretty flat for the most part. Great spot to stop by and get some nature!

    Triple Falls
    Lesley F.

    Beautiful state Forest with lots of hiking and biking trails! The falls were gorgeous and well worth the hike. Be aware that there is more than one parking lot and remember which one you start from;-) very enjoyable morning. It was not terribly crowded on this weekday.

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    Second time here and loved it just as much. Lots of bathroom options, well-kept trails, and beautiful waterfalls.

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    Speaks for itself. Beautiful place. Definitely one of the best things to do free in Hendersonville

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    Triple Falls is pretty cool, too, and the hike is a little more intense for those looking for an actual trek.

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