Pearson Falls Road Waterfall

Pearson Falls Road Waterfall is a roadside waterfall on a tributary of Joel Creek in Polk County, North Carolina.  The waterfall is on private property but can be viewed from the road.

Hike Length: < 0.1 miles
Estimated Time: < 1 hour
Difficulty: Easy
Location: Private
Trail Users: N/A
Dogs: Must be leashed
Features: Waterfalls (1)
Crowds: Low
Warnings: The rocks around waterfalls are very slippery.
Trailhead GPS: 35.22485,-82.34678
Waterfall GPS: 35.22492,-82.34706

Directions:

From Saluda, take exit 59 on I-26. Head south on Ozone Road for just under a mile and turn right on US-176 E. Go 0.2 miles and turn left on Pearson Falls Road.  Drive 1 mile, passing through the tunnel, and the waterfall will be on the right. 

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Hike Description:

The waterfall is easily visible from the road.  It's all private property around here so have to stay in the road.  The creek is small so best to visit after a heavy rain.

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13-Jan-2024: Polk County Waterfalls