This is not in the Rocky Mountain National Park. The road that you drive to arrive at this location goes by a school so please drive the speed limit. At the time that I visited this site, my navigation app did not have the roads within a mile of the falls so we had to pay attention to the signs. The good thing is that there are several signs that lead you to the site. Parking is limited to about 15 parking spots directly in front of the steps. There seems to be an old campground that you may be able to park in but I did not want to take a chance. The path continues along the mountain for another few hundred yards to some rock steps and a bridge that spans the river. There is a bench at the top that will allow people to rest. The falls are very unique and beautiful with several streams instead of one large stream coming down the mountain. It is a very nice site and different from other falls that we saw on our trip. I would recommend it for visitors to the area.

These falls were gorgeous and worth the effort to see. I only rated this with four stars because it is not for everyone. It is 160 steps to the top, quite the little cardio workout, and then a little hike in to see the falls. Keep following the oath and all of a sudden you turn the corn and the spectacular falls are before you!

I’m not a hiker in any way so I was a little unsure of hiking to a waterfall. I love to be outside and go on long walks but hiking isn’t my thing. I’m so glad that my husband talked me into this. This waterfall is absolutely beautiful!! The walk there is very pleasant and I found it relatively easy to do. The most tiring part is the 160+ steps at the beginning but once you get to the top, it’s a short but nice walk to the falls. My 8 year old daughter and 77 year old father both went with us and was able to do it with ease. If you’re in the area, don’t skip this one!! It’s definitely worth the short hike there!!

I love Mingo Falls, it's my favorite waterfall in the NC mountains. I've been to Mingo 4 times, at different times of the year. I usually time my trip to coincide with a local rainfall to insure nice flow of the falls. Be sure to arrive early for two reasons. One the parking area is small, and two the viewing platform at the falls is small. I usually arrive around 7AM, and have plenty of time to take pictures before it gets crowded. Once you park you have to climb the 168 steps to the trail head to the falls. The trail is strewn with tree roots, and rocks, so watch your footing. Its a short walk to the viewing platform which offers an amazing view of the falls.

What beautiful falls. Listen y'all. I am chonky, self admitted. And I have issues with one of my knees. Though I walk a lot and workout, going up those stairs was not fun. Lol! It wasn't hard though and people are respectful. I just let people pass if they needed too. There is a bridge that walks across the top so you get a great view of the falls. Short hike and well worth it!

This is a very pretty and unusual waterfall with the water falling over a high and wide rock face. You have to climb 100 steps to get to the trail, but the falls is worth it. The rest of the hike is easy and basically flat.

This is a beautiful waterfall. Standing there staring at the majestic falls and feeling the spirit of nature and history surrounding you is something everyone should experience at least once. Be prepared for a long climb up the stairs to the falls but it will be worth it.

Was so surprised when we got to the top of the stairs! This is a hidden gem in Cherokee, NC. It was incredible. Well worth the drive thru the Great Smokey Mountains. An added bonus was the huge herd of elk we saw right outside of Cherokee. A must see while you are in the area.