We loved this hike, and Dark Hollow Falls were beautiful. The distance was just enough for a good work out, and we saw a bear on the way back.
It's about a one mile hike down to the falls but it is easily signposted and the trail simple to follow.The falls were in full flow when we got there and we enjoyed the view and relaxing down at the bottom. The hike back is all uphill so if its warm take some water, also gets busy at the trailhead parking but it's worth the effort.
Too steep down a descent to get to the falls. Rocky and slippery. Only for the young and very sure footed hiker. Would not recommend this trail to anyone over 55 unless you are experienced trail hiker. View not worthy of the trouble.
A short drive up from Big Meadow campground, Dark Hallow Falls is a nice half mile round trip hike with a large parking lot just off of Skyline Drive. The path is well groomed with steps on the steeper areas. I will caution that the walk down is very easy, but the walk back up is fairly steep and easy to moderately difficult in some areas.Overall, the falls is one of the best on Skyline drive, and there are many places to get photos of it from its base. Take a camera and plan about an hour to an hour and a half.
it was an average hike but very hilly and beautiful, my wife and 17 year old daughter liked it and that says something! I will go again in a minute.
The trail has its steep points, but is otherwise generally short and easy (from the Dark Hollow Falls parking - on the other side of the Big Meadows locale). The falls are beautiful once you reach the bottom. It is nice that you can get close enough to appreciate its beauty up-close. It offers good pictures especially when the sun shines through the colorful leaves around it. We took the short trail and were not disappointed.
Easy terrain. Initial walking is down hill. Hike back is all uphill. Falls are small as compared to our previous travels. Perfect for a foggy day as a vista was an not an essential part of the hike to enjoy the attraction. If wet, beware of slippery mud. Small children may need help getting back up the hill.
For avid hikers this trail may be a breeze but for older visitors or anyone with a handicap this will be a difficult spot to get to and get back. The falls are beautiful though. Nature enthusiasts should definitely go see it.
We arrived at Big Meadows Lodge on October 14, 2014. Unfortunately, it poured the rain for two days. On day two, we hiked to Dark Hollow Falls which is normally low in overflow in October but the rain produced a magnificently beautiful waterfall. The color of the leaves was also amazing. Great hike and worth the walk back up.
Dark Hollow Falls is located opposite the Big Meadows area. It has a parking lot. It was raining the day I was there. The Falls was beautiful. You should continue on past the sign to the overlook for the lower falls for the best view. You can continue further and stand over the water where the fire road crosses. It is a steep climb back. Hiking poles help a lot. It is an easy trail to follow.