Waterfall Hikes Near Abbeville, SC

4,892 residents
New York Time Zone
8 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Abbeville? There are 8 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Abbeville. These trails range from easy to moderate difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.

Located at 34.1787°N, -82.3774°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Abbeville

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

8 of 8 gauged

4 of 8 waterfalls near Abbeville are flowing strongly today

Big Falls Low Gordons Mill Falls Barely Flowing Great Falls Barely Flowing Hendricks Falls Moderate Lower Falls Strong Reedy River Falls Strong Upper Falls Strong Pelham Falls Roaring

Updated 41 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Sunday

Mostly Sunny · 96°F

Wed 96°F Sunny
Thu 98°F Sunny
Fri 100°F Sunny
Sat 96°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 96°F Mostly Sunny Best
Mon 100°F Sunny
Tue 98°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Abbeville

Updated about 2 hours ago

Ranked by live stream-gauge flow versus each waterfall's seasonal normal.

  1. 1 Pelham Falls Roaring · 111 cfs 90th percentile
  2. 2 Lower Falls Strong · 50 cfs 79th percentile
  3. 3 Reedy River Falls Strong · 50 cfs 79th percentile
  4. 4 Upper Falls Strong · 50 cfs 79th percentile
  5. 5 Hendricks Falls Moderate · 179 cfs 29th percentile
  6. 6 Big Falls Moderate · 24 cfs 28th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Abbeville (1 waterfall)

Easy access waterfalls are drive-up or short-walk friendly. Perfect for families, casual visitors, or anyone who loves waterfalls but is "so-so" about hiking.

Reedy River Falls waterfall

Reedy River Falls

25.2 miles away
South Carolina
Easy
0.8 miles 50 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Abbeville (5 waterfalls)

Bring your four-legged friend along! These waterfalls welcome dogs on their trails.

Great Falls waterfall

Great Falls

38 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.5 miles 200 ft
Lower Falls waterfall

Lower Falls

25.3 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 200 ft
Upper Falls waterfall

Upper Falls

25.3 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
4.6 miles 800 ft

Pelham Falls

42.8 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 8 Waterfalls Near Abbeville

Great Falls waterfall

Great Falls

38 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.5 miles 200 ft
Lower Falls waterfall

Lower Falls

25.3 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 200 ft
Reedy River Falls waterfall

Reedy River Falls

25.2 miles away
South Carolina
Easy
0.8 miles 50 ft
Upper Falls waterfall

Upper Falls

25.3 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
4.6 miles 800 ft

Pelham Falls

42.8 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Gordons Mill Falls waterfall

Gordons Mill Falls

44.9 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Big Falls waterfall

Big Falls

39 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Hendricks Falls

33.3 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
1.5 miles 200 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Abbeville

Are there free waterfalls near Abbeville?

There are 5 free waterfalls near Abbeville, including Gordons Mill Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Abbeville?

There is 1 easy waterfall hike near Abbeville, including Reedy River Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Abbeville?

There are 5 dog-friendly waterfalls near Abbeville, including Great Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Abbeville?

There are 5 kid-friendly waterfalls near Abbeville, including Great Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Abbeville?

The shortest waterfall hike near Abbeville is Big Falls at 0.8 miles round trip.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Abbeville?

Yes, 5 waterfalls near Abbeville have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Abbeville?

The closest waterfall to Abbeville is Great Falls, approximately 16.9 miles away.

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