Notable waterfall · Swain, North Carolina

Steeltrap Creek Falls

Steeltrap Creek Falls is a waterfall in Swain, North Carolina.

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Steeltrap Creek Falls: crowds and conditions

Typical pattern: moderate; weekends busier. Been there recently? Post today’s status and it shows here for the next traveller.

Status options for this waterfall: Water flowing well · Low flow / trickle · Dry, no water · Entry closed.

Best time to visit Steeltrap Creek Falls

Season: July to January, best August to November right after rains; most dry up from February to June.

Busiest days: Weekends and long holidays.

Crowd: Moderate; weekends busier.

Typical week: Mon light · Tue light · Wed light · Thu light · Fri light · Sat busy · Sun busy.

How to reach Steeltrap Creek Falls — distance from nearby cities

    Coordinates: 35.54731, -83.51416. Road distances are estimates; the road-trip planner uses real routes and adds stops worth the detour.

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    Frequently asked

    What is the best time to visit Steeltrap Creek Falls?

    July to January, best August to November right after rains; most dry up from February to June. Moderate; weekends busier.

    What are the places to visit near Steeltrap Creek Falls?

    Nearby: Andrews Bald (viewpoint, 2 km), Kuwohi (viewpoint, 3 km), Kuwohi (viewpoint, 3 km), Silers Bald (viewpoint, 6 km), Mount Collins (viewpoint, 7 km), Great Smoky Mountains (viewpoint, 10 km).

    Is Steeltrap Creek Falls worth visiting?

    Steeltrap Creek Falls is listed as a notable waterfall in North Carolina on Spotwander.