Should I suggest visiting Batson Creek and Connestee Creek Falls? I don’t know. On the one hand, the falls are right off of US-276 and it is very easy to get to the “viewpoint.” On the other hand, the view is rather disappointing. I get the sense that there may be a better viewpoint somewhere else, but I’m not totally sure.

The current viewpoint blocks off most of the view of Connestee Falls. Looking on the internet, I’ve seen pictures of the falls, but I’m not sure how they got to view them. It seemed pretty blocked off to me. If you look in the picture, you can see stairs that lead down next to Batson Creek Falls, but I think those are blocked from use as they look pretty slippery and just abruptly end! It seems that a boardwalk was built after I visited, but still doesn’t allow for great viewing. From what I understand, the best views are to be had for those that are in the housing development in the area.

Directions:

1. The park, if it is open, is found off US-276 south of Brevard, about 6 miles south of the city.
2. If you are driving south, the falls are on your right side at the Top of the Falls Realty center (which may be named something else now).

Accessibility: 10/10 (easy)
Height: 85′
Length of Hike: negligible

Batson Creek/Connestee Falls in March 2009

Where in the World are Batson Creek/Connestee Falls?