Apple Orchard Falls

Apple Orchard Falls Trail from Sunset Fields Overlook

The waterfall guide explicitly says there and back. A separate state hiking list gives 1.2 miles without a distance convention; do not treat that as return mileage.

Boulders, wooden stairs and a bridge at the falls; the return retraces the descent uphill.

Where to start

Park at Sunset Fields Overlook on the Blue Ridge Parkway near milepost 78.4. The Apple Orchard Falls trailhead is in the overlook parking area. This is the upper approach; North Creek Road leads to a different, lower trailhead.

Timing & water

Current trail and Parkway access status is unverified; check before travel.

Before you go

Fees and reservation requirements are not stated.