Hooker Falls is located within Dupont State Forest and is one of a dozen hikes within the park which include; Galax, Triple Falls, High Falls, Covered Bridge, Lake Imaging, Buck Forest Road, Grassy Creek Falls, Conservation Road, Joanna Road, Lake Dense, Bridal Veil Falls Road. This was Barbie’s and my first visit to Dupont and we enjoyed it so much that we’ve decided to make it our destination for the next few weekends. We were unsure of the water access and swimming in the area so one thing we plan to do differently next time is to bring our bathing suits. This is a very easy trail with a very large swimming area to play in complete with a small cave behind the waterfall which is accessible from the side. Swimming, hiking, picnic tables, and it FREE, all add up to a great family trip. Also there are picnic tables located in a clearing on the way to the falls, but no grills. This would be a great place for a large group so long as you bring your own grill. The trail is just far enough from civilization that you should plan to pack a lunch since the closest restaurant is a 45min drive from the trail. Next time we will plan to spend the day in the woods and swimming and some time we plan to camp at, what in my childhood was know as Little River Campground, is now known as Cascade Lake Recreation Area so we can spend more time exploring this area.
