Posted in North Carolina Nature December 05, 2021 by OnlyInYourState Staff

10 Gorgeous Frozen Waterfalls In North Carolina That Must Be Seen To Be Believed

Winter in western North Carolina usually brings snow, ice, and freezing cold temps. While certain areas experience a more mild winter, our beloved waterfalls – usually deep within the mountains – have no choice but to acclimate to the conditions and freeze over. If you’ve ever seen a waterfall frozen, a 60 ft. hunk of ice, it’s quite incredible. With a little hiking and some warm clothes, witnessing it for yourself is attainable. We’ve outlined some of the best winter hikes in North Carolina to take you to frozen waterfalls. But if you prefer to stay warm by the fire, you can still get the experience by checking out the incredible photos below.

During these uncertain times, please keep safety in mind and consider adding destinations to your bucket list to visit at a later date.

1. Frozen and awesome Bridal Veil Falls.

2. Frozen in motion Trashcan Fall near Boone.

3. It's looking like a winter wonderland at this waterfall in Weaverville.

4. The base of High Falls, one of the largest waterfalls in North Carolina, looks surreal come winter.

5. Hooker Falls blanketed in snow looks as if you've been transported straight to Narnia.

6. Watch your head! The walk-beneath waterfall, Dry Falls, takes on a completely different aesthetic in the winter time.

7. Looking Glass Falls, a popular summer swimming hole, takes on a whole new aesthetic come winter.

8. Another popular swimming hole and natural waterslide, Sliding Rock, is breathtaking covered in ice and snow.

9. It's amazing to see Slick Rock Falls completely frozen over.

10. Daniel Ridge Falls has transformed from a greenery nestled waterfall into a daring ice cliff.

To really feel like you’re standing right there, watch this amazing video by RomanticAsheville to see the frozen waterfalls in action:

Winter, and mother nature, sure can be incredible! We hope you can make it out to see one or two for yourself this year. What are some of your favorite frozen waterfalls in North Carolina?

For more ways to make the most of winter in the Tar Heel State, check out some of the best winter hikes in North Carolina. You won’t be disappointed!

Address: Bridal Veil Falls, North Carolina 28741, USA

Address: Boone, NC, USA

Address: Weaverville, NC 28787, USA

Address: High Falls, North Carolina 28739, USA

Address: Hooker Falls, North Carolina 28768, USA

Address: Looking Glass Falls, US-276, Brevard, NC 28712, USA

Address: Sliding Rock, North Carolina 28768, USA

Address: Slick Rock Falls, North Carolina 28712, USA

Address: Daniel Ridge Falls, Canton, NC 28716, USA

Address: Dry Falls, North Carolina 28741, USA

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December 12, 2021

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