General Admission : GATE OPEN 10 MINS BEFORE RESERVATION TIME and CLOSE 30 MINS AFTER RESERVATION TIME

GATE OPEN 10 MINS BEFORE RESERVATION TIME and CLOSE 30 MINS AFTER RESERVATION TIME. THE GATE WILL BE LOCKED AFTER THAT 30 MINUTE WINDOW.

PLEASE NOTE : GROUPS OF 10 OR MORE MUST BOOK GROUP RESERVATIONS DIRECTLY THROUGH OUR EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR. Email us at [email protected]

Step through the gate and back into nature with reserved admission to Pearson’s Falls & Glen, a protected biological preserve and Natural Heritage Site cared for by the Tryon Garden Club for nearly 100 years. At the heart of the Glen is Pearson’s Falls, a 90-foot waterfall tucked inside a rare, mature cove forest in the Southern Appalachians.

Visits are scheduled in advance, and capacity is limited to help protect the fragile ecology of the Glen while giving each guest a peaceful, unhurried experience on the preserve. During your time with us, enjoy the trail, native plants, bridges, forest scenery, and the waterfall at your own pace.

What to Know Before You Go

We want your time in the Glen to be as restorative as the forest itself. A few things to keep in mind:

Check-in:

Stop at the gate house as you drive onto the property to check-in. Have your printed or digital ticket ready to scan.

Dogs:

Due to our small, newly rebuilt trails and because conservation is at the apex of our mission, no pets are permitted on the Preserve. Our priority is to maintain the health of our rare native plants, our trails and our wildlife.

Footwear:

Sturdy, closed-toe shoes recommended as trails can be uneven and wet near the falls.

Photography:

Welcome! Tag us when you share your favorite shots. Please note that commercial photography is strictly prohibited without the written consent from the Executive Director of Pearson’s Falls & Glen.

Admission proceeds support the continued preservation, restoration, operations, and educational access that keep Pearson’s Falls & Glen protected for future generations.