The Experience
You will love: Waterfall upon waterfall upon more waterfalls. Call it a plethora!
You need to know:
This trail is not a well-kept secret; however, it’s worth the crowd. If you google Crabtree Falls you will get a response of “highest waterfall east of the Mississippi” however that cheats you out of what this trail really is (and no it’s not the highest waterfall either, so double cheat) . It’s a well maintained (tip of the cap to you Forest Service), single-track that snakes up the mountain alongside the multiple sections of Crabtree. The trail is heavy on the forest canopy with a manageable incline that doesn’t feel harsh on the lungs or limbs but rather is a consistent grade up the mountain. The trail is often serenaded with peaceful sounds of Crabtree flowing down over the boulders and ledges. The trail does come with a bevy of warnings, as many seeking likes on their social media have put themselves in harms way to get that killer look at me everyone I am hanging over a waterfall! capture, only to be injured or worse. That warning aside, this is a great day trip one for the family and pets.
HIKE ON!
GEAR RECOMMENDATIONS
You need to know:
- No fee required
- This hike is more like a stair climber than switchback.
- Plenty of tree canopy for the warmer months.
This trail is not a well-kept secret; however, it’s worth the crowd. If you google Crabtree Falls you will get a response of “highest waterfall east of the Mississippi” however that cheats you out of what this trail really is (and no it’s not the highest waterfall either, so double cheat) . It’s a well maintained (tip of the cap to you Forest Service), single-track that snakes up the mountain alongside the multiple sections of Crabtree. The trail is heavy on the forest canopy with a manageable incline that doesn’t feel harsh on the lungs or limbs but rather is a consistent grade up the mountain. The trail is often serenaded with peaceful sounds of Crabtree flowing down over the boulders and ledges. The trail does come with a bevy of warnings, as many seeking likes on their social media have put themselves in harms way to get that killer look at me everyone I am hanging over a waterfall! capture, only to be injured or worse. That warning aside, this is a great day trip one for the family and pets.
HIKE ON!
GEAR RECOMMENDATIONS
- 2 water bottles
- heavy snack
- hiking or trail running shoes
