Hooker Falls Access Area

Located right along the Little River, this access area is popular with hikers and anglers. Parking is first come, first serve. The lot is often very crowded particularly in the summer as Hooker Falls is a popular swimming hole. Avoid the crowds and visit early morning or late afternoon. Visitors will find picnic tables and restrooms at this location. Please come prepared to pack out your trash and be aware that camping and open fires are prohibited.

Directions to Hooker Falls Access Area

From Crab Creek Road (Brevard/Hendersonville)

Turn south 3.1 miles on DuPont Road that turns into Staton Road to the Hooker Falls Access Area on the right, just before the DOT bridge across the Little River.

From Cedar Mountain (US-276)

Turn north 2.5 miles on Cascade Lake Road past the Corn Mill Shoals Access Area. Turn right on Staton Road at the DuPont State Recreational Forest sign 2.2 miles past the High Falls Access Area to the Hooker Falls Access Area on the left, just past the DOT bridge across the Little River.

Attractions Accessed from this Area

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