Dill Falls and Upper Dill Falls are located off NC-215, which is part of the Forest Heritage Scenic Byway. These waterfalls are in the Nantahala Forest in North Carolina. Both trails are a half mile roundtrip.
Check out the other waterfalls located on the Forest Heritage Scenic Byway.
From NC Highway 215, turn on Forest Road 4663. Drive two miles and take a slight left on Forest Road 4663B at the fork. Continue on FR 4663B for half a mile. These gravel roads are narrow and winding so be cautious. There are a few turnouts where vehicles can pass each other.
These forest roads are often closed in the winter.
Park at the wide area at the end of the road. There is only room for a few vehicles. From here, there are two hiking trails – one leading down to Dill Falls and one heading up to Upper Dill Falls. These trails are old logging roads with no markers.
I suggest starting with Dill Falls and then working your way uphill to the upper falls.
Dill Falls
Dill Falls is a 50-foot waterfall on Tanasee Creek. The trail is an easy quarter-mile walk downhill to the base of the falls.
This is a stunning waterfall nestled in the woods. I could sit on the large rocks at the base and watch for hours.
To get closer to the falls, there is a narrow trail to the right. You might have to crawl or duck under fallen logs.
Return on the same path back uphill to where you parked your car.
Upper Dill Falls
From the parking area, take the right trail uphill. This is a steep quarter-mile trail, walking on an incline almost the whole way. There are big craters near the beginning which eventually level off.
Look for a spur trail to your left. Sometimes there is flagging tape or ribbon tied on a tree. When I went there was no marking or signage. You’ll just need to be on the lookout for the trail when you clearly hear the falls. Take the steep, downhill route to the base of the falls. After it rains, the ground is muddy and slick. Watch your step as it is also full of tree roots.
Upper Dill Falls is around 20-feet. Make sure to walk around for different vantage points as the waterfall looks very different depending on where you stand.
I had both waterfalls to myself while I was there, but other hikers were driving up as I left. Arrive early to enjoy these beautiful falls without distraction.
For other waterfalls in the area, check out my list of Brevard waterfalls.