Forest Stroll trail at Chimney Rock NC
Hickory Nut Falls Trail
This .75-mile trail offers a leisurely walk that’s chock-full of wonder! Hardwood forests of oak, hickory, maple and basswood harbor abundant plant life, including rare and endangered wildflowers and old favorites such as Jack-in-the-pulpit and Solomon's-seal. Listen and look for the resident and migrant birds that take cover high above in the forest's canopy. Cross the bridge and you’re near the grand finale: Hickory Nut Falls, all 404 feet of it! Dainty white blossoms of Lady rue and grassy fronds of Deerhair bulrush thrive in the waterfall’s mist.