Looking Glass Falls in winter, Pisgah National Forest, NC
Waterfall pool

Looking Glass Falls

Transylvania

Looking Glass Falls: Pisgah's Most Accessible Waterfall

  • WaterWaterfall pool
  • LifeguardNone
  • RestroomsAvailable

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The place

About this swimming hole

One of the most visited waterfalls in North Carolina, Looking Glass Falls drops 60 feet into a large pool. Free to visit, ADA-accessible observation deck, no lifeguard on duty.

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Features & setting

  • Waterfall
  • ada-accessible

Location & directions

Looking Glass Falls
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