This hike is very challenging, although those who do it are rewarded with exceptional cascades and waterfalls. Be prepared for several stream crossings.
Distance: 8.1-mile round trip hike
Difficulty: Very strenuous (hiking difficulty scale)
Hiking Time: 7 hours
Elevation Gain: 2,794 feet
Hike Description
- From the Hawksbill Gap Parking Area (mile 45.6), descend via the Cedar Run Trail.
- At the bottom of the drainage, go left on the Whiteoak Canyon Trail.
- After having passed six waterfalls on your ascent, you will come to an intersection with the Whiteoak Canyon Fire Road/Horse Trail. Turn left.
- Follow the road to the Skyland-Big Meadows Horse Trail.Turn left once more to return to the parking area