Deshazo Mill Access - aka Deshazo Falls, Fall Creek Falls - Mayo River State Park

Deshazo Mill Access - aka Deshazo Falls, Fall Creek Falls - Mayo River State Park *Open Dawn to Dusk (part of Mayo River State Park) *Public Transit: NO *Amenities -Short, easy walk (<5mins) to a beautiful and historic waterfall. -Family Friendly -Pet Friendly (leash up on trails, please!) -Grills and picnic tables at the parking area (not at the waterfall). -Animal-proof recycling and garbage cans at the parking area. -Miles of trails continue past the falls. -Mayo River is a ~20 minute, easy walk from the parking area. *Recommended Activities -Swimming -Paddling -Fishing -Hiking -Cookout -Photography -Relax *Water Access -After parking in the gravel lot, the trailhead leads down an easy and beautiful path to DeShazo Falls (5 mins), and continues on to the Mayo River (~15 mins) and miles of additional trails. Upon arriving at the head of DeShazo Falls, a stone stairway leads down to the beach. An alternative trail is found to your left, but is dirt and narrow. *Pro Tip -There are no restroom facilities. Restaurants/stores located nearby in Stoneville, NC. -Beautiful, shallow swimming area at DeShazo Falls. (NO LIFEGUARD) -Bring a camera, pack a lunch, plan on staying. Beautiful section of State park. -View the North and South Mayo convergence along the trail (~30 mins from parking).