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Graveyard Upper Falls and Second Falls Loop Trail in Pisgah National Forest
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 resembling graves, hence the name "Graveyard Fields". The trail features two notable waterfalls: the easily accessible Second Falls and the more remote Upper Falls, reached by a rocky, sometimes muddy path. Along the way, hikers can enjoy wooden boardwalks, blueberry bushes, and panoramic views, especially vibrant in autumn. #Hiking #Mountain #Forest #Nature #Loop #Waterfall
- Distance: 3.2 mi
- Elevation gain: 472 ft
- Maximum elevation: 5,312 ft
- Elevation loss: 463 ft
- Minimum elevation: 4,977 ft
- Moving time: 1 h 34 m
- Moving speed: 2.1 mph
- Maximum speed: 4.9 mph
- Total time: 1 h 51 m
- Global speed: 1.7 mph
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- Distance: 3.2 mi
- Elevation gain: 472 ft
- Maximum elevation: 5,312 ft
- Elevation loss: 463 ft
- Minimum elevation: 4,977 ft
- Moving time: 1 h 34 m
- Moving speed: 2.1 mph
- Maximum speed: 4.9 mph
- Total time: 1 h 51 m
- Global speed: 1.7 mph
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Name: Graveyard Upper Falls and Second Falls Loop Trail in Pisgah National Forest trail, distance, elevation, map, profile, GPS track
Coordinates: 35.31817 -82.86668 35.32267 -82.84628
Topography: Haywood County topographic map, elevation, terrain
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Graveyard Upper and Lower Falls via Graveyard Fields Loop Trail
United States > North Carolina > Haywood County
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.…
Distance: 3.2 mi • Elevation gain: 466 ft • Maximum elevation: 5,318 ft