Take in 250 waterfalls in one county

Waterfalls are one of the most popular sites for visitors in Western North Carolina. There are nearly 350 waterfalls across the state, and more than 250 in Transylvania County alone. Known as the Land of Waterfalls, this easily accessible area also offers visitors quaint towns like Brevard and is known as a hiking and biking mecca. Encompassing parts of the Pisgah and Nantahala national forests, DuPont State Forest and Gorges State Park, natural adventure abounds in this area. Water plays a large role in everything here, from the classic family attraction of take a tour of the waterfall and sites used for extensive filming. North Carolina has a scenic byway dedicated to waterfalls and Transylvania County even offers a waterfall guide to assist visitors in enjoying as many waterfalls as possible. Visitors are encouraged to use caution and obey the rules as waterfalls are as powerful as they are beautiful.