Posted in North Carolina June 01, 2020 by Jackie Ann

Soco Falls Is A Scenic Outdoor Spot In North Carolina That’s A Nature Lover’s Dream Come True

When it comes to waterfalls, North Carolina is in its own league. With hundreds of waterfalls peppering the state, you don’t have to go too far to stand before one of these majestic natural wonders. Located just past the Blue Ridge Parkway near Cherokee, Soco Falls might just be of the most beautiful waterfalls in North Carolina, and that’s saying something. Let’s check it out.

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Soco Falls is located just on the outskirts of the Cherokee Indian Reservation, between Maggie Valley and Cherokee, North Carolina.

You can park along US Highway 19 and then take a short hike to see the falls. The hike is steep, but fairly short and pretty easy as far as North Carolina hikes are concerned.

The out-and-back trail is about 1.5 miles long, so it won’t take you very long to get to the falls, and you’ll hear them before you see them.

There’s a little observation deck where you can catch the best view of these incredible waterfalls.

If you visit after a hard rainfall, it's even better.

The cascades really flow after a rain, making the falls just that much more enchanting.

Once you get to the observation deck, you’ll be treated to quite the view of not one, but two waterfalls!

That's right! Two incredible waterfalls for the price of one. It's the perfect spot to relax for a moment and listen to the symphony of sounds these waterfalls make.

Have you ever visited Soco Falls? What’s your favorite waterfall in North Carolina? Let us know in the comments below!

And if this inspires you to see more waterfalls, check out our epic waterfall road trip that will take you to some of the most beautiful waterfalls in North Carolina.

Address: Soco Falls, Qualla, NC 28751, USA