Bridal Veil Falls

Bridal Veil Falls is unique in that you can drive behind them. US Hwy. 64 used to pass behind the falls until it was rerouted in front of the falls for safety. Dripping water would freeze solid on the road in winter, and rockfalls were common. This was effectively illustrated in December 2003 when an enormous chunk of rock fell onto the road from above, blocking it.

However, the rock has since been removed, and you can still drive on the small loop of road behind the falls if the weather is not cold enough for ice to form. Even if you can't drive behind the falls, there's plenty of room to park and look.

Directions

Driving

Bridal Veil Falls is located right beside US Hwy. 64, between Franklin and Highlands, in the Cullasaja River Gorge. It's about 2.5 miles west of Highlands - you can't miss it, even if it weren't for the brown Forest Service sign in front. Drive right up to - and even behind - the falls!

Trail

View roadside.