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Pearson’s Falls and Glen is a top natural attraction in Polk County, NC, hosting over 20,000 visitors each year. We are located in the foothills of Western North Carolina off Hwy. 176, between the towns of Tryon and Saluda. This unique botanical preserve is comprised of 275 acres...
- About Pearson's Falls
Mosses, lichens, shrubs, and a variety of trees reside in...
- History
Pearson’s Falls and Glen is a botanical wonderland that lies...
- Annual Passes
As a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization, the Tryon Garden...
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Pearson’s Falls and Glen is a top natural attraction in Polk...
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Flowers and Plants, Pearson's Falls and Glen, Creek,...
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Welcome to Pearson's Falls, Up Close at Pearson's Falls,...
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Pearson’s Falls and Glen is a botanical park with many rare...
- Visiting Pearson's Falls
10:00 AM – 5:00 PM. (We recommend visiting before 3:00 PM to...
- Directions
2748 Pearson Falls Road Saluda, NC 28773. We are located...
- Groups
Our picnic shelter can be reserved for groups of 10 – 20...
- About Pearson's Falls
- What Is Pearson’s Falls and Glen?
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Official Website Pearson’s Falls Annual Passes and Sponsorships Pearson’s Falls in North Carolina is named after the family who owned it before it came under the care of the Tryon Garden Club. The Pearsons allowed visitors to picnic at the waterfall base for many years before it was purchased in 1931 by the TGC. The Glen is the deciduous climax for...
Address: 2748 Pearson Falls Rd, Saluda, NC Pearson’s Falls sits off US-176 between Tryon and Saluda in Polk County, and it consistently ranks as one of the best Saluda NC waterfalls, and even one of the best waterfalls near Hendersonville NC. As for driving directions to Pearson Falls, the good part is that it’s less than an hour’s drive to many pl...
Pearson’s Falls gets relatively crowded on warm days, so we suggest arriving in the morning. Spring is a beautiful time to visit as the wildflowers are in full bloom and birds flock to the area. If you’ve come to see the waterfall, cloudy or overcast conditions are perfect. A bright, high sun won’t make for great photos, so we recommend arriving ea...
Open February to December.Closed January, Thanksgiving Day, and Christmas Day.March 1 to October 31: 10:00 am to 6:00 pm. Gates close at 5:00 pm.November to December and February: 10:00 am to 5:00 pm. Gates close at 4:00 pm.Adults (ages 13 and older): $5Children Ages 6 to 12: $1Children Under 6: FreeMembers: Free. More info in our “Tryon Garden Club” section.The Pearson Family Walking Trail
The quarter-mile Pearson Family Walking Trail leads you to Pearson’s Falls and is a mostly easy stroll through the woods. The trail is listed as “moderate,” however. You’ll pass streams and numerous plants along the way. About halfway to the falls is a dam-like raw water gravity feed that serves as an alternative water source for Tryon. The biggest attraction of the preserve is the 90-foot waterfall. The Ethel Chase Crossing Bridge, named for a former TGC member, splits Pearson’s Falls’ two m...
Listen and Watch Wildlife
Pearson’s Falls is reason enough to visit the area, but the incredible wildlife is another bonus. Throughout the year, you’ll see various wildflowers and plants, many of which are rare in the rest of the state. Trout lilies bloom in spring and are joined by Dutchman’s Breeches and more flowers as life renews each year. While they are beautiful to look at, please refrain from picking the flowers while on the trail! The mosses, lichens, shrubs, and tree varieties (including hemlocks) are anothe...
Host Events Here
Pearson’s Falls and Glen is also a popular spot for events. When available, its picnic facilities can accommodate various groups. You can reserve its picnic shelter, host a wedding, or hold a memorial service here. Area garden clubs and horticultural groups are also welcome to a courtesy visit and meeting in the Garden House. For more info, email pearsonsfallsinfo@gmail.combefore you make your plans.
Home to the wonderful combination of a waterfall and a short, wildlife-filled trail, we’re not surprised at how popular Pearson’s Falls and Glen is! Considering all the work and care that goes into maintaining it, the price of admission is absolutely worth it. If you live in the area, an annual membership is reasonably priced. We’re neither paid no...
As we mentioned, there are quite a few places within a couple of hours’ drive of Pearson’s Falls. Here are the most convenient gateways to Pearson’s Falls in Polk and Hendersoncounties, respectively. They’ve all been included in our guide to the best small towns in North Carolina.
Beyond Pearson’s Falls and Glen, we’ve created guides to more waterfalls in North Carolina, including roadsidesand those that require a hike. Here are a few of them for you to check out!
10:00 AM – 5:00 PM. (We recommend visiting before 3:00 PM to fully experience the falls and glen. Gates will close at 4:00 PM) Closed the month of January, Thanksgiving Day & Christmas Day. GATE SCHEDULE SUBJECT TO CHANGE DUE TO WEATHER OR TRAIL MAINTENANCE. Admission. Adults (13 and up): $5.00. Ages 6-12: $1.00. Under 6: Free.
When visiting Pearson's Falls Glen, nature lovers and hikers are attracted to the scenic waterfall that plunges 90 feet and the many scenic trails bordered by native plants.
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Pearson's Falls. Try this 0.7-mile out-and-back trail near Saluda, North Carolina. Generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of 20 min to complete. This is a popular trail for hiking, but you can still enjoy some solitude during quieter times of day.
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Pearson’s Falls & Glen. The remarkable botanical diversity and beautiful waterfall in this peaceful glen near Tryon, North Carolina, have attracted nature-lovers, botanists, and picnickers for many generations.
Pearson's Falls Glen. 236 reviews. #1 of 15 things to do in Saluda. Nature & Wildlife AreasForestsValleysWaterfalls. Write a review. About. Named after its founder, Charles William Pearson, this 268-acre area of wilderness offers an abundant variety of flowers. Duration: 1-2 hours. Meets animal welfare guidelines.
