Horsepasture River

The Horsepasture River is a river in North Carolina. The river rises in Jackson County, North Carolina and flows through the Jocassee Gorges area and ends at Lake Jocassee in South Carolina. Some of the land over which the river flows is part of the Nantahala National Forest, making it accessible to the public.
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Rainbow Falls
Nantahala National Forest
160A Zillicoa Street
Asheville, North Carolina 28801
Designated Reach: October 26, 1986. From Bohaynee Road (N.C. 281) downstream to Lake Jocassee.
Classification/Mileage: Scenic -- 3.6 miles; Recreational -- 0.6 miles; Total -- 4.2 miles.
At 4.2 miles, the designated segment of the Horsepasture is the shortest river in the National System. It is an exceptional example of an escarpment river with five major waterfalls within two miles and numerous cascades, rapids, boulders, and rock outcroppings. Rainbow Falls is the largest of the five falls along the river's course, with a vertical drop of approximately 125 feet. The falling water generates a great deal of spray and a rainbow can be seen when the sun is at the proper angle. The view downstream from the top of the falls is panoramic. A hiking trail that can be accessed from national forest land provides excellent viewing opportunities. Please respect private property and only use this access point.