A series of three major drops (roughly 70, 60, and 15 feet) on the East Fork of Overflow Creek in Nantahala National Forest near Highlands, totaling nearly 200 feet over a steep descent. The trail leads down past each tier with overlooks along the way.
At 70 ft, it stands above roughly 54% of the 775 documented falls in this guide.
Its water comes from East Fork Overflow Creek. You'll find it in Macon, North Carolina. It is protected within Nantahala National Forest (USFS).
This is a moderate hike waterfall: a longer day hike, roughly one to several miles each way. Plan for a moderate hike; sturdy shoes, water, and a little time on the trail are worth bringing. The walk to the main viewpoint runs about 2 miles round trip. Base a visit out of Highlands, the closest town.
When to go: spring. Like most waterfalls, Glen Falls runs highest after snowmelt or heavy rain and can thin out in late summer, so it's worth checking recent streamflow and the land manager's conditions page before a long drive.
