Toxaway River Trail to Fisher Falls
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This riverside trail is perfect for a short outing. It's
only open to Lake Toxaway Estates property
owners, so you're likely to meet some friends along
the way
Difficulty (1-5):
Distance (round trip):
Round trip time:
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2
1.25 miles
1 hour
This trail follows low land along the river and is therefore often cool. Put
an extra layer in your pack. And wear high boots to keep your feet dry
during the crossings. A hiking stick may help your balance as you pick
your way across the rocks. If the rains have been heavy recently, the
water may be too high to cross without taking off your shoes and rolling up
your trousers.
And if you've got time on your hands, bring a book and spend the
afternoon at one of the many sitting spots alongside the river.
To get there, turn onto Cardinal Drive from Fairway Drive. The turn is
marked with a sign pointing the way to the Toxaway River Trail. Just after
a bridge, look for signs on the left and wide spaces by the road to park.
The loop to Fisher Falls is marked with blue triangles. It follows the river
upstream before turning inward and looping back around.
Pause for a while and enjoy Fisher Falls. Then, continue the trail up a
short, steep ascent. At the signpost, turn right and follow the return trail
through the woods back to Cardinal Drive.
(Turning left at the signpost will take you to the upper waterfall, Raven
Rock Falls.
Copyright 2007 by Tony Austin
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