Accessibility – Moderate (5)
Height – 100′ over 3 drops
Distance – 1.0 miles (out and back)
Beauty – 6
Photo rating – 6
Solitude – 3
GPS Info: LAT: 35.19835 LONG: -82.61689
TH GPS: LAT: 35.20208, LONG: -82.62021
Last Visited: 10/05/2016
Last Updated: 04/10/2026
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Triple Falls is where it all started on a wonderful October morning back in 2012. Looking back in 2026, I’ve come a long way. Triple Falls is also an example of how much has changed over the years. On my first visit, the primary parking was roadside along the shoulder of Station Road and required a walk along the row of parked cars as traffic raced past. This was followed by climbing over the guardrail near the bridge and descending the steps.
Where to park: There is a parking lot that serves Triple Falls and Hooker Falls. The GPS for the lot is: 35.20208, -82.62021.
The hike: Take the High Falls Trail out of the parking area. The hike starts by crossing a bridge over the river before the trail passes under Station Road, and heading uphill. It’s about 0.5 miles to the side path to the falls, and it’s steep in places. On both of my visits, the trail was in excellent condition. Like all the trails in DuPont, it is signed and easy to follow. The most daunting aspect of the trek is the stairs leading to the middle section of Triple Falls. They make for a nice workout on the way back to the trail.
Maybe I’ll go back one day. Hard to say. I have not been back since 2016, so I don’t know how access has changed, so this info might be incorrect. As for Triple Falls, the upper two sections are easy to photograph, and a large flat rock surface allows you to get up close to the falls. The biggest challenge I faced was getting a shot without people and Do Not Enter signs in it. If you’re looking for a waterfall to enjoy in peace and quiet, this isn’t it. You will be enjoying this one with lots of friends. The upper two sections of the falls are easily viewed from the large flat area above the lower section. The lower section can best be viewed from below or from an overlook downstream.
Do not venture too close to the drop-off for the lower section of the falls. It is a long way down. This is nature, so there are no fences. The only thing preventing a catastrophic fall is common sense. If you’re not sure, don’t go any further. If you feel the need to venture closer to the edge, keep in mind that there is a large flat area at the bottom of the lower section, so recovery teams would easily be able to locate your remains.
