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Graveyard Upper and Lower Falls via Graveyard Fields Loop Trail

The Graveyard Fields Loop Trail offers hikers an immersive journey through diverse landscapes, leading to two picturesque waterfalls. As you traverse the trail, you’ll pass through open meadows and lush forests, with sections of boardwalks that cross over wild blueberry patches during the summer months​. Along the way, the Lower Falls provide a striking view with its multi-tiered cascade, while the Upper Falls rewards you after a slightly longer, more rugged hike over rocky terrain​. This route is a perfect blend of natural beauty, with scenic views and peaceful streams that make it a well-loved destination for those looking to experience the serene side of the Pisgah Wilderness. #Hiking #Loop #Waterfall #River #Forest #Nature

  • Distance: 3.2 mi
  • Elevation gain: 466 ft
  • Maximum elevation: 5,318 ft
  • Elevation loss: 456 ft
  • Minimum elevation: 4,977 ft
  • Moving time: 1 h 53 m
  • Moving speed: 1.7 mph
  • Maximum speed: 4.0 mph
  • Total time: 2 h 19 m
  • Global speed: 1.4 mph

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  • Distance: 3.2 mi
  • Elevation gain: 466 ft
  • Maximum elevation: 5,318 ft
  • Elevation loss: 456 ft
  • Minimum elevation: 4,977 ft
  • Moving time: 1 h 53 m
  • Moving speed: 1.7 mph
  • Maximum speed: 4.0 mph
  • Total time: 2 h 19 m
  • Global speed: 1.4 mph

About this trail

Name: Graveyard Upper and Lower Falls via Graveyard Fields Loop Trail trail, distance, elevation, map, profile, GPS track

Start: Graveyard Fields Loop Trail, Haywood County, North Carolina, United States (35.32050 -82.84695)

End: Graveyard Fields Overlook, Blue Ridge Parkway, Haywood County, North Carolina, United States (35.32036 -82.84738)

Coordinates: 35.31824 -82.86666 35.32273 -82.84627

Topography: Haywood County topographic map, elevation, terrain

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Graveyard Upper Falls and Second Falls Loop Trail in Pisgah National Forest

United States > North Carolina > Haywood County

The Graveyard Falls Loop Trail in Pisgah National Forest offers a dynamic hiking experience, blending scenic waterfalls with unique natural history. The trail meanders through open meadows and dense rhododendron thickets, a contrast shaped by a 1925 wildfire that left behind a landscape of exposed tree stumps…

Distance: 3.2 mi • Elevation gain: 472 ft • Maximum elevation: 5,312 ft

Gear up for your next adventure:

🔋Rechargeable Batteries - Power up your outdoor devices
🧴Hand Sanitizer - Keep hands clean while hiking
🪑Ultralight Camp Chairs - Portable seating for resting after a long day of mapping
🧭Compass with Lanyard - Easy‑carry compass for navigation
🌡️Handheld Weather Meters - Measure wind, temp, and pressure for safe mountain travel

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