Tom's Branch Falls
This popular trail leads to the 80-foot Toms Branch Falls.
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Tom's Branch Falls Details
Accessed via the Deep Creek Trail, this popular trail leads to the 80-foot Toms Branch Falls and Indian Creek Falls. Easy, and generally level, the trail winds in and out of old hardwood forest and vigorous patches dog hobble, a low shrub known for it's tenacious branches that once impeded hunters' dogs during the chase. It pauses occasionally, and offers excellent views of both falls, as well as well-placed benches and bridges. The trail is also known for its spring wildflower display, which stars geranium, trillium, bloodroot, and rhododendron, particularly around Indian Creek Falls.
Difficulty
Low
Distance
0.25 miles
Estimated time
15 minutes
Region
N/A
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Deep Creek Loop
An easily accessible trail visits both Toms Branch Falls and Indian Creek Falls.
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Indian Creek Trail
This trail follows Indian Creek until its convergence with Queen Branch.
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Juney Whank Falls Loop
Barely long enough to be called a trail, much less a loop.
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Indian Creek Falls
A short, highly accessible trail leads to Indian Creek Falls.
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Juney Whank Falls
These picturesque falls are split into two sections, which, when combined, measure almost 90 feet.
