Waterfall Hikes Near Arcadia, SC

2,846 residents

New York Time Zone

50 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Arcadia? There are 50 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

Today's Conditions

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Water Flow

50 of 50 gauged

4 of 50 waterfalls near Arcadia are flowing strongly today

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

Updated 39 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Friday

Mostly Sunny · 97°F

Wed 94°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Thu 96°F Mostly Sunny

Fri 97°F Mostly Sunny Best

Sat 93°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Sun 94°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Mon 98°F Sunny

Tue 95°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

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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 waterfall

Reedy River Falls

25.2 miles away

South Carolina

Easy

0.8 miles 50 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Arcadia (38 waterfalls)

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

Pelham Falls

42.8 miles away

South Carolina

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Upper Falls waterfall

Upper Falls

25.3 miles away

South Carolina

Moderate

4.6 miles 800 ft

Lower Falls waterfall

Lower Falls

25.3 miles away

South Carolina

Moderate

2.4 miles 200 ft

All 50 Waterfalls Near Arcadia

Pelham Falls

42.8 miles away

South Carolina

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Upper Falls waterfall

Upper Falls

25.3 miles away

South Carolina

Moderate

4.6 miles 800 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

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

Pearsons Falls waterfall

Pearsons Falls

39.1 miles away

North Carolina

Easy

0.3 miles 120 ft

Bradley Falls waterfall

Bradley Falls

39.9 miles away

North Carolina

Moderate

2.0 miles 300 ft

Rock Creek Falls waterfall

Rock Creek Falls

45.6 miles away

North Carolina

Moderate

2.5 miles 500 ft

Rainbow Falls waterfall

Rainbow Falls

3.5 miles away

South Carolina

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Hickorynut Falls waterfall

Hickorynut Falls

11.7 miles away

North Carolina

Easy

1.4 miles 200 ft

Rainbow Falls waterfall

Rainbow Falls

11.1 miles away

North Carolina

Moderate

3.9 miles 700 ft

Raven Cliff Falls waterfall

Raven Cliff Falls

27 miles away

South Carolina

Moderate

4.0 miles 400 ft

Slicking Falls waterfall

Slicking Falls

31.6 miles away

South Carolina

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

The Cascades waterfall

The Cascades

9.7 miles away

North Carolina

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Camp Minnehaha Falls waterfall

Camp Minnehaha Falls

9.1 miles away

North Carolina

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Bridal Veil Falls waterfall

Bridal Veil Falls

32.2 miles away

North Carolina

Moderate

4.4 miles 300 ft

Reedy Cove Falls waterfall

Reedy Cove Falls

16.4 miles away

South Carolina

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Great Falls waterfall

Great Falls

38 miles away

South Carolina

Moderate

2.5 miles 200 ft

High Falls waterfall

High Falls

29.6 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 32 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 38 dog-friendly waterfalls near Arcadia, including Bead and Lace Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Arcadia?

There are 37 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, 47 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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