Waterfall Hikes Near Chesnee, SC

597 residents
New York Time Zone
52 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Chesnee? There are 52 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Chesnee. 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 35.1461°N, -81.8630°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Chesnee

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

52 of 52 gauged

1 of 52 waterfalls near Chesnee is flowing strongly today

Bead and Lace Falls Moderate Big Falls Moderate Rainbow Falls Moderate Rock Creek Falls Moderate 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 Toxaway Falls Barely Flowing Blue Sea Falls Barely Flowing Crabtree Falls Barely Flowing Crystal Falls Barely Flowing Falls of Gouges Creek Barely Flowing Grassy Creek Falls Barely Flowing Mitchell Falls Barely Flowing Murphy Falls Barely Flowing Roaring Spout Falls Barely Flowing Upper 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 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 Courthouse Falls Barely Flowing Gordons Mill Falls Moderate Hendricks Falls Roaring High Falls Moderate Hooker Falls Moderate Pearsons Falls Moderate Shoal Creek Falls Moderate Turley Falls Moderate Triple Falls Moderate Linville Falls Moderate Lower Falls Moderate Reedy River Falls Moderate Upper Falls Moderate Pelham Falls Moderate Raven Cliff Falls Moderate Reedy Cove Falls Barely Flowing Slicking Falls Barely Flowing

Updated 25 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Monday

Sunny · 88°F

Mon 88°F Sunny Best
Tue 88°F Sunny
Wed 88°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 86°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Fri 86°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 86°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 88°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Chesnee

Updated about 3 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Hendricks Falls Roaring · 254 cfs 93rd percentile
  2. 2 Linville Falls Moderate · 145 cfs 61st percentile
  3. 3 Pelham Falls Moderate · 50 cfs 58th percentile
  4. 4 The Cascades Moderate · 49 cfs 45th percentile
  5. 5 Big Falls Moderate · 24 cfs 45th percentile
  6. 6 Toms Falls Moderate · 49 cfs 45th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Chesnee (13 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.

Pearsons Falls waterfall

Pearsons Falls

31 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
0.3 miles 120 ft

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

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

Bradley Falls waterfall

Bradley Falls

31.7 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Pelham Falls

8.4 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Rock Creek Falls waterfall

Rock Creek Falls

37.4 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.5 miles 500 ft

All 52 Waterfalls Near Chesnee

High Falls waterfall

High Falls

13.7 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft
Reedy Cove Falls waterfall

Reedy Cove Falls

17.2 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Whitewater Falls waterfall

Whitewater Falls

47.8 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
0.6 miles 200 ft

Falls of Gouges Creek

37.9 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Mitchell Falls waterfall

Mitchell Falls

29.5 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Dismal Falls waterfall CC

Dismal Falls

2.4 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Roaring Spout Falls

42.8 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Blue Sea Falls waterfall

Blue Sea Falls

24.2 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Schoolhouse Falls waterfall

Schoolhouse Falls

5.1 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
2.5 miles 200 ft
Rainbow Falls waterfall

Rainbow Falls

25.9 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
3.9 miles 700 ft
Courthouse Falls waterfall

Courthouse Falls

24.6 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft
Windy Falls waterfall

Windy Falls

24.8 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Chesnee

Are there free waterfalls near Chesnee?

There are 32 free waterfalls near Chesnee, including Bead and Lace Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Chesnee?

There are 13 easy waterfall hikes near Chesnee, including Connestee Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Chesnee?

There are 38 dog-friendly waterfalls near Chesnee, including Bead and Lace Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Chesnee?

There are 37 kid-friendly waterfalls near Chesnee, including Bead and Lace Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Chesnee?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Chesnee?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Chesnee?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Chesnee?

Yes, 49 waterfalls near Chesnee have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Chesnee?

The closest waterfall to Chesnee is Big Falls, approximately 23.3 miles away.

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