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Blowing Rock

Glen Burney Falls – Glen Marie Falls loop from Blowing Rock

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Blowing Rock

Glen Burney Falls – Glen Marie Falls loop from Blowing Rock

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4.3

(6)

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Glen Burney Falls – Glen Marie Falls loop from Blowing Rock

02:01

6.68km

210m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: June 26, 2026

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Start point

Parking

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1.15 km

Glen Burney Trail Waterfalls

Highlight • Waterfall

This is a really beautiful hiking trail along a stream. Once you have completed the last descent, you can see two very beautiful waterfalls that make the trail a great experience.

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2.74 km

Glen Burney Falls and Glen Marie Falls

Highlight • Waterfall

The arduous descent through the valley to the waterfalls is definitely worth it!

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2.83 km

Glen Burney Falls

Highlight • Waterfall

This short detour provides hikers with a great view of Glen Burney Falls. The waterfall cascades 50 feet down a moss-covered rock face.

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3.09 km

Glen Marie Falls

Highlight • Waterfall

This impressive 75-foot waterfall makes all your efforts on the steep Glen Burney Falls Trail worth it! Proceed with caution, as the surrounding rocks may be very slippery.

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4.25 km

Old Blowing Rock Sewage Pump Station

Ruins

5.26 km

Mayview Lake

Highlight • Lake

With a short path, a gazebo, and beautiful gardens, you'll likely come across other trail users when out at Mayview Lake. The small reservoir is popular for a number of …

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6.68 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

3.28 km

2.25 km

1.13 km

< 100 m

Surfaces

2.25 km

1.71 km

1.44 km

1.16 km

120 m

Elevation

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Highest point (1,090 m)

Lowest point (900 m)

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Monday 6 July

27°C

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81 %

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Glen Burney Falls – Glen Marie Falls loop from Blowing Rock

Glen Burney Trail Waterfalls

Glen Burney Falls and Glen Marie Falls

Glen Burney Falls

Glen Marie Falls

Mayview Lake

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