Waterfall Hikes Near Arcadia, SC

2,846 residents

New_York Time Zone

40 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Arcadia? There are 40 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Arcadia. These trails range from drive_up to moderate difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.

Located at 34.9609°N, -81.9929°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Arcadia

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Water Flow

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1 of 40 waterfalls near Arcadia is flowing strongly today

Bead and Lace Falls Moderate Big Falls Barely Flowing Rainbow Falls Barely Flowing Rock Creek Falls Barely Flowing Bird Rock Falls Moderate Catheys Creek Falls Moderate Connestee Falls Moderate Rainbow Falls Moderate Windy Falls Moderate Whitewater Falls Moderate Toxaway Falls Moderate Bradley Falls Barely Flowing Camp Minnehaha Falls Barely Flowing Hickorynut Falls Barely Flowing Rainbow Falls Barely Flowing Toms Falls Barely Flowing The Cascades Barely Flowing Bridal Veil Falls Low Glencannon Falls Low Laughing Falls Low Looking Glass Falls Low Maidenhair Falls Low Clearwater Falls Moderate Reedy Cove Falls Moderate Gordons Mill Falls Moderate Great Falls Moderate Hendricks Falls Moderate High Falls Moderate High Falls Moderate Hooker Falls Moderate Pearsons Falls Moderate Shoal Creek Falls Moderate Turley Falls Moderate Triple Falls Moderate Lower Falls Moderate Reedy River Falls Moderate Upper Falls Moderate Pelham Falls Moderate Raven Cliff Falls Roaring Slicking Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Tuesday

Sunny · 75°F

Tue 75°F Sunny Best

Wed 78°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Thu 75°F Sunny

Fri 78°F Sunny

Sat 86°F Sunny

Sun 90°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Mon 90°F Sunny

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Arcadia (9 waterfalls)

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

35.3 miles away

South Carolina

Easy

0.8 miles 50 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Arcadia (29 waterfalls)

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

Pelham Falls

31.7 miles away

South Carolina

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Upper Falls

35.3 miles away

South Carolina

Moderate

4.6 miles 800 ft

Lower Falls

35.3 miles away

South Carolina

Moderate

2.4 miles 200 ft

All 40 Waterfalls Near Arcadia

Pelham Falls

31.7 miles away

South Carolina

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Upper Falls

35.3 miles away

South Carolina

Moderate

4.6 miles 800 ft

Lower Falls

35.3 miles away

South Carolina

Moderate

2.4 miles 200 ft

Reedy River Falls

35.3 miles away

South Carolina

Easy

0.8 miles 50 ft

Gordons Mill Falls

22.1 miles away

South Carolina

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Big Falls

17.8 miles away

South Carolina

Moderate

2.0 miles 300 ft

Pearsons Falls

18.2 miles away

North Carolina

Easy

0.3 miles 120 ft

Bradley Falls

18.1 miles away

North Carolina

Moderate

2.0 miles 300 ft

Rock Creek Falls

22 miles away

North Carolina

Moderate

2.5 miles 500 ft

Rainbow Falls

41.5 miles away

South Carolina

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Hickorynut Falls

4.8 miles away

North Carolina

Easy

1.4 miles 200 ft

Rainbow Falls

5.7 miles away

North Carolina

Moderate

3.9 miles 700 ft

Raven Cliff Falls

16.9 miles away

South Carolina

Moderate

4.0 miles 400 ft

Slicking Falls

29.4 miles away

South Carolina

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

The Cascades

5.6 miles away

North Carolina

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Camp Minnehaha Falls

49.2 miles away

North Carolina

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Bridal Veil Falls

33.2 miles away

North Carolina

Moderate

4.4 miles 300 ft

Reedy Cove Falls

39.4 miles away

South Carolina

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Great Falls

20.6 miles away

South Carolina

Moderate

2.5 miles 200 ft

High Falls

34.2 miles away

North Carolina

Easy

1.2 miles 200 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Arcadia

Are there free waterfalls near Arcadia?

There are 21 free waterfalls near Arcadia, including Bead and Lace Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Arcadia?

There are 9 easy waterfall hikes near Arcadia, including Connestee Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Arcadia?

There are 29 dog-friendly waterfalls near Arcadia, including Bead and Lace Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Arcadia?

There are 28 kid-friendly waterfalls near Arcadia, including Bead and Lace Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Arcadia?

There are 2 waterfalls that allow swimming near Arcadia, including Hooker Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Arcadia?

The shortest waterfall hike near Arcadia is Bead and Lace Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Arcadia?

The tallest waterfall near Arcadia is Raven Cliff Falls at 420 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Arcadia?

Yes, 37 waterfalls near Arcadia have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Arcadia?

The closest waterfall to Arcadia is Pelham Falls, approximately 14.9 miles away.

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