Whitewater Falls Take US Hwy 64 east to Whitewater Road. The falls are located 10 miles south on Whitewater Road, near the NC - SC state line. At 411 feet, Whitewater Falls are the highest falls in Eastern America. Drift, Horse Pasture and Rainbow Falls are also accessible from Whitewater Road. Looking Glass Falls From Waynesville, take Hwy 276 South, approximately 22 miles.
Parking area is well marked on east side of highway.
The 85 foot falls are visible from the road. It is only a short walk to the falls. Walkways with handrails. Heritage Scenic Byway Get on this scenic loop at Hwy 276 South in Waynesville. Enter Hwy 215 by the community of Woodrow, named for our 28th president.