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Summary: From the trail head, take the upper trail heading south. There are no signs indicating that this trail will go to Little Bradley Falls. After a very short distance, you will approach a Y in the trail. Keep right while keeping Bradley Creek to your right side. About 1/2 mile in you will cross a stream. Follow the stream into Bradley Creek and cross the creek at this location. After crossing the Bradley Creek you should be able to pick up a trail that heads south on the west side of the creek. All ways keep Bradley Creek to your left if you get disorientated. After about 20 minutes from the creek crossing there will be some old chimney ruins to your left. Stay on the trail until it dead ends into Little Bradley Falls 10 minutes further down the trail. This is one of the most beautiful waterfalls in this part of North Carolina. Back track out to get back to the parking lot. Trailhead: From Asheville or Henersonville, NC, take I-26 East.At the Saluda exit go left or north. Drive exactly 3 miles. At the bottom of the mountain you will see a pull out on the left. There is also a metal gate. Walk back across the street and cross Bradley Creek. From this clearing is the start of the in-out Little Bradley Falls Trail. (Lat:35.17 Lon:-82.17) Trail Guides for Little Bradley Falls: North Carolina Hiking Trails by Allen de Hart (Appalachian Mountain Club Books) Best Seasons: Fall, Spring, Summer, User Groups: Hikers, Dogs, Ranger Contact: NC Division of Forest resources, 828-887-6527 Localhikes Reporter: This hike was submitted by Tom Duchac, who has posted 23 other hikes on this site Trail Reviews Submit your own review 
Reviewed by cvc on 8/7/2010 i like the waterfall but didnt like how poor a conditon the trail was in 
Reviewed by Roger U. on 1/19/2010 Directions: I-26 Exit #59 in Saluda, NC. Turn right onto Holbert Creek Road. You'll travel 2 1/2 - 3 miles into a small gorge along this twisty road. Just before Cove Creek there is an obvious pull-off to the left in the bend of the road. This is parking for both Little Bradley and Big Bradley Falls. Once parked, cross the road to your right, and walk across where Cove Creek flows under the road. The trail is up the hill a little to your right, marked with RED BLAZES. The trail should be obvious. Follow the trail along Cove Creek (which is always at your right) as it ascends slightly. You'll cross three creeks as you follow this easy/moderate trail. Foot bridges would be nice. Little Bradley Falls is at the end of the trail. Notice: Traveling in the backcountry can be hazardous. You are responsible for informing yourself about these hazards and taking necessary precautions. Information on this web site comes from volunteer reporters and may contain errors or omissions. A current guidebook and proper equipment are essential for safe enjoyment of the hikes posted on this site. Keys: North Carolina Hiking, North Carolina Trails, North Carolina Hikes, Polk County Hiking, Polk County Trails, Polk County Hikes | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||
