A summer in North Carolina without a day of splashing and cooling off in the cool waters of a mountain waterfall just wouldn’t be summer, as far as we’re concerned. The Tar Heel State is home to some pretty amazing waterfall swimming holes. One of them, Hooker Falls, is found right in the heart of the DuPont State Recreational Forest at the end of a trail that’s less than a half-mile long.

Located a mere 15 miles southwest of Hendersonville, Hooker Falls is a popular destination during the warm months of summer in North Carolina.
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That's because this incredible 14-foot waterfall spans the entire width of the Little River as it flows through the DuPont State Recreational Forest.
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And getting to the falls is an easy hike on a stroller-friendly trail through the forest.
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Part of the trail is even paved, making access even easier. It's a highly traveled trail during the warmer season, so be prepared to share the path.
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Fortunately, when you reach Hooker Falls, there are plenty of places to call your own.
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A smooth rock and soil beach runs along the trail side of the waterfall and is an ideal place to hunker down for the day while the kiddos enjoy the spoils of the fun found at the base of the falls and in the rather large plunge pool.
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Fortunately, the water here never gets too deep, but if you have little ones that need assistance, then water wings or a flotation device may be in order.
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Prepare for a day of fun in the sun as you enjoy all that Hooker Falls brings to life along this forest trail.
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It's a lovely destination for a picnic, too!
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Just remember to bring along a garbage bag so you can take everything with you when you leave. Let’s leave this place in pristine condition for generations to come!

For more on the trail to Hooker Falls, refer to our friends at AllTrails.com!

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