Waterfall Hikes Near Central, SC

5,272 residents
New York Time Zone
75 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Central? There are 75 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Central. 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 34.7235°N, -82.7788°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Central

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

75 of 75 gauged

9 of 75 waterfalls near Central are flowing strongly today

Anna Ruby Falls Barely Flowing Betsy Falls Strong Fairfield Falls Strong High Falls Strong Maidenhair Falls Strong Onion Cliff Falls Strong Onion Falls Strong Slatten Falls Strong Twin Falls Strong Thurston Hatcher Falls Strong Big Bend Falls Barely Flowing Kings Creek Falls Barely Flowing Spoonauger Falls Barely Flowing Big Falls Low Rainbow Falls Low Rock Creek Falls Low Bird Rock Falls Barely Flowing Catheys Creek Falls Barely Flowing Connestee Falls Barely Flowing Dismal Falls Barely Flowing Rainbow Falls Barely Flowing Schoolhouse Falls Barely Flowing Windy Falls Barely Flowing Whitewater Falls Barely Flowing Upper Falls Barely Flowing Toxaway Falls Barely Flowing Bradley Falls Barely Flowing Bridal Veil Falls Barely Flowing Glencannon Falls Barely Flowing High Falls Barely Flowing Laughing Falls Barely Flowing Looking Glass Falls Barely Flowing Maidenhair Falls Barely Flowing Slick Rock Falls Barely Flowing Bridal Veil Falls Barely Flowing Cullasaja Falls Barely Flowing Dry Falls Barely Flowing Glen Falls Barely Flowing Highlands Falls Barely Flowing Satulah Falls Barely Flowing Cascade Falls Low Toccoa Falls Low Clearwater Falls Low Lower Falls Low Reedy Cove Falls Low Courthouse Falls Barely Flowing Dill Falls Barely Flowing Lower Vernal Falls Barely Flowing Second Falls Barely Flowing Yellowstone Falls Barely Flowing Woodfin Falls Barely Flowing Upper Vernal Falls Barely Flowing Upper Falls Barely Flowing Estatoah Falls Barely Flowing Wilson Falls Barely Flowing Timpson Falls Barely Flowing Gordons Mill Falls Low Great Falls Barely Flowing Hidden Falls Barely Flowing Isaqueena Falls Barely Flowing Sids Falls Barely Flowing High Falls Barely Flowing High Falls Barely Flowing Hooker Falls Barely Flowing Pearsons Falls Barely Flowing Shoal Creek Falls Barely Flowing Turley Falls Barely Flowing Triple Falls Barely Flowing Lower Falls Barely Flowing Reedy River Falls Barely Flowing Upper Falls Barely Flowing Pelham Falls Barely Flowing Raven Cliff Falls Low Slicking Falls Barely Flowing Stekoa Falls Barely Flowing

Updated 30 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Wednesday

Sunny · 92°F

Tod 91°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 92°F Chance Rain Showers
Mon 93°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 92°F Sunny
Wed 92°F Sunny Best
Thu 94°F Sunny
Fri 95°F Sunny

Flowing best right now near Central

Updated about 4 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Thurston Hatcher Falls Strong · 799 cfs 89th percentile
  2. 2 Betsy Falls Strong · 799 cfs 89th percentile
  3. 3 Twin Falls Strong · 799 cfs 89th percentile
  4. 4 Slatten Falls Strong · 799 cfs 89th percentile
  5. 5 Onion Falls Strong · 799 cfs 89th percentile
  6. 6 Onion Cliff Falls Strong · 799 cfs 89th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Central (18 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.

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Central (50 waterfalls)

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

High Falls waterfall

High Falls

7.1 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Reedy Cove Falls waterfall

Reedy Cove Falls

18.2 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Isaqueena Falls waterfall

Isaqueena Falls

18.5 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Slicking Falls waterfall

Slicking Falls

25.3 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Hidden Falls waterfall

Hidden Falls

20.8 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.3 miles 300 ft

All 75 Waterfalls Near Central

High Falls waterfall

High Falls

7.1 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Clearwater Falls

21.4 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Reedy Cove Falls waterfall

Reedy Cove Falls

18.2 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Isaqueena Falls waterfall

Isaqueena Falls

18.5 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Slicking Falls waterfall

Slicking Falls

25.3 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Hidden Falls waterfall

Hidden Falls

20.8 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.3 miles 300 ft
Whitewater Falls waterfall

Whitewater Falls

21.6 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
0.6 miles 200 ft
Reedy River Falls waterfall

Reedy River Falls

3.2 miles away
South Carolina
Easy
0.8 miles 50 ft
Lower Falls waterfall

Lower Falls

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

Upper Falls

3.2 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
4.6 miles 800 ft
Lower Falls waterfall

Lower Falls

47.8 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 300 ft
Connestee Falls waterfall

Connestee Falls

26.4 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
0.2 miles 50 ft
Raven Cliff Falls waterfall

Raven Cliff Falls

28.6 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
4.0 miles 400 ft
Sids Falls waterfall

Sids Falls

31.4 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Windy Falls waterfall

Windy Falls

43.5 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Upper Falls waterfall

Upper Falls

25.9 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Big Bend Falls waterfall

Big Bend Falls

26.1 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
4.5 miles 300 ft
Catheys Creek Falls waterfall

Catheys Creek Falls

32.5 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Rainbow Falls waterfall

Rainbow Falls

43 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
3.9 miles 700 ft
Kings Creek Falls waterfall CC

Kings Creek Falls

26.4 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Central

Are there free waterfalls near Central?

There are 42 free waterfalls near Central, including Big Bend Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Central?

There are 18 easy waterfall hikes near Central, including Anna Ruby Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Central?

There are 50 dog-friendly waterfalls near Central, including Anna Ruby Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Central?

There are 52 kid-friendly waterfalls near Central, including Anna Ruby Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Central?

There are 4 waterfalls that allow swimming near Central, including Courthouse Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Central?

The shortest waterfall hike near Central is Anna Ruby Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Central?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Central?

Yes, 72 waterfalls near Central have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Central?

The closest waterfall to Central is High Falls, approximately 10.4 miles away.

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