Rufus Morgan Falls

The falls itself is named for Albert “Uncle Rufus” Morgan, a poet, conservationist, Episcopal priest, and dedicated hiker who maintained a large chunk of the Appalachian Trail up until his death in 1983 at age 97. While this waterfall pays homage to a Smoky Mountains legend, its narrow chute, partially-hidden by surrounding tree trunks, makes it rather difficult to photograph—see if you’re up for the challenge. Fed by Left Prong Rough Fork, it features a steep, cascading slide standing at 65 feet high.