Wild Swim Atlas

Hooker Falls

DuPont State Recreational Forest, Brevard, North CarolinaWaterfall pool on Little RiverSwimming allowed

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Hooker Falls is a popular summer swimming area on the Little River in DuPont State Recreational Forest.

Water
Waterfall pool, Little River
Facilities
Picnic tables, restrooms
Managed by
DuPont State Recreational Forest

When you can swim

Open to swimmersClosed to swimmers

Getting there

From Crab Creek Road, turn south 3.1 miles on DuPont Road, which becomes Staton Road, to the access area on the right before the bridge over the Little River.

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Rules to know before you go

  • Swim below the falls.
  • Do not wade above the waterfalls.
  • Do not camp or light open fires.

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