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Silver Run Falls
Nantahala National Forest, Highlands, North CarolinaWaterfall pool on Silver RunSwimming allowed
Silver Run Falls is a 25-foot waterfall flowing into a broad pool with a sandy beach.
- Water
- Waterfall pool, Silver Run
- Lifeguard
- No lifeguard
- Dogs
- Dogs on leads
- Managed by
- United States Forest Service
Getting there
From Cashiers, take NC-107 south about four miles; look for the Forest Service sign and roadside parking.
35.0662, -83.0651
Get directionsKnow before you go
- Keep dogs on leads.
- Pack out everything brought in.
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Questions about Silver Run Falls
Can you swim at Silver Run Falls?
Yes. Swimming is popular in the pool, but there is no lifeguard.
Are dogs allowed at Silver Run Falls?
Dogs on leads
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