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Burke County

High Shoals Falls – Big Bear Falls loop from Swenk Knob

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Hiking trails & Routes
United States
North Carolina
Burke County

High Shoals Falls – Big Bear Falls loop from Swenk Knob

Easy

4.7

(8644)

8,645

hikers

High Shoals Falls – Big Bear Falls loop from Swenk Knob

01:43

5.82km

150m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: March 4, 2026

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South Mountains State Park

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Start point

Parking

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2.41 km

High Shoals Falls

Highlight • Waterfall

High Shoals Falls cascade about 80 feet down a rock face in the South Mountains State Park, creating a picturesque and refreshing setting. The falls are accessible through well-maintained hiking trails.

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3.59 km

Big Bear Falls

Highlight • Waterfall

The Big Bear Trail, that leads to the falls of the same name, is one of the newest in the South Mountain State Park and makes a visit to the …

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5.82 km

End point

Parking

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Way Types & Surfaces

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2.82 km

2.76 km

217 m

Surfaces

2.33 km

2.08 km

1.27 km

< 100 m

< 100 m

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Wednesday 20 May

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