The Hidden Cascade: The Waterfall & Cataloochee Divide Trail

Discover one of the high country's best-kept secrets! Hikers will meet at the Ghost Town parking lot at 9:00 AM before carpooling up to the Cataloochee Ski Area ridge line to begin an exhilarating 7.4-mile out-and-back mountain adventure. This intermediate-to-advanced route follows the majestic Cataloochee Divide Trail right past the historic boundary of The Swag before dropping onto the lush, rugged Waterfall Trail. Featuring a demanding 1,100-foot rolling elevation shift, you will plunge down through cool, old-growth hardwood canopies to a pristine, hidden wilderness cascade before tackling the challenging climb back up to the ridge. Sturdy hiking boots, trekking poles, and plenty of water are highly recommended for this spectacular summer mountain trek! Rating: B2