Upper Linville Falls

Upper Linville Falls is a waterfall in , . Upper Linville Falls is situated nearby to the scenic viewpoint , as well as near .

Places of Interest Nearby

Highlights include Linville Falls and Linville Caverns.

Waterfall
Photo: Ken Thomas, Public domain.
is a waterfall located in the of in the . The falls move in several distinct steps, beginning in a twin set of upper falls, moving down a small gorge, and culminating in a high-volume 45-foot drop.

are privately owned active limestone caverns located in northern , just south of the village of , on U.S. Highway 221. is situated 2 miles south of Upper Linville Falls.

Peak
is a mountain in the and the , located southwest of . The mountain is accessible along the , which ride along its eastern slope. is situated 2 miles west of Upper Linville Falls.

Places in the Area

Nearby places include Crossnore.

Village
is a town in , , United States. The population was 143 at the 2020 census. is situated 5 miles north of Upper Linville Falls.

Upper Linville Falls

Latitude
35.95017° or 35° 57′ 1″ north
Longitude
-81.92781° or 81° 55′ 40″ west
Open location code
867WX32C+3V
Open­Street­Map ID
node 535648029
Open­Street­Map feature
waterway=­waterfall
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Satellite Map

Discover Upper Linville Falls from above in high-definition satellite imagery.
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Notable Places Nearby

Highlights include Upper Falls Overlook and Plunge Basin Overlook.

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