Toms Spring Falls

Also known as Daniel Ridge Falls and Jackson Falls, this misty waterfall splits into numerous smaller cascades as it tumbles down the high rock cliff. It's hard to see all of it at once due to a big hemlock tree which grows in front (which may be dead by now, actually), but some paths up to the base provide a pretty good view.

Directions

Driving

From the intersection of US Hwy 276 and 64 and NC Hwy 280 in Brevard, follow US 276 west (there are signs for Pisgah National Forest) for 5.2 miles. Turn left onto FR 475 (there are signs for the Pisgah Center for Wildlife Education). The parking area is 3.9 miles ahead, on the right. (You will pass the Pisgah Center and fish hatchery at 1.4 miles, and the road turns to gravel at the parking for Cove Creek Falls).

Trail

The hike to the falls is easy, on an old gravel logging road, and less than a mile round-trip. From the parking area, follow the gravel road over the big steel and wood bridge over the Davidson River. Bear right at the intersection with the Daniel Ridge Loop trail just ahead. After a short uphill walk, the other end of the Daniel Ridge Loop Trail meets the road. The waterfall is just ahead on your left.