Waterfall Hikes Near Clifton, SC

962 residents
New_York Time Zone
30 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Clifton? There are 30 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Clifton. 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 34.9846°N, -81.8222°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Clifton

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

30 of 30 gauged

1 of 30 waterfalls near Clifton is flowing strongly today

Bead and Lace Falls Moderate Big Falls Barely Flowing Rainbow Falls Barely Flowing Rock Creek Falls Barely Flowing 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 Maidenhair Falls Low Connestee Falls Moderate Great Falls Moderate Hendricks 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 Reedy Cove Falls Moderate Slicking Falls Barely Flowing

Updated 39 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Tuesday

Sunny · 74°F

Aft 76°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 74°F Sunny Best
Wed 77°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 76°F Sunny
Fri 77°F Sunny
Sat 85°F Sunny
Sun 89°F Sunny

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Clifton (6 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

19.6 miles away
South Carolina
Easy
0.8 miles 50 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Clifton (22 waterfalls)

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

Pelham Falls waterfall CC

Pelham Falls

43.9 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Upper Falls waterfall

Upper Falls

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

Lower Falls

19.6 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 200 ft

All 30 Waterfalls Near Clifton

Gordons Mill Falls waterfall

Gordons Mill Falls

33.9 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Pelham Falls waterfall CC

Pelham Falls

43.9 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Upper Falls waterfall

Upper Falls

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

Lower Falls

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

Reedy River Falls

19.6 miles away
South Carolina
Easy
0.8 miles 50 ft

Hendricks Falls

42.8 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
1.5 miles 200 ft
Big Falls waterfall

Big Falls

31.4 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Pearsons Falls waterfall

Pearsons Falls

6.8 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
0.3 miles 120 ft
Bradley Falls waterfall

Bradley Falls

6.1 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Rock Creek Falls waterfall

Rock Creek Falls

14.8 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.5 miles 500 ft
Rainbow Falls waterfall

Rainbow Falls

33.8 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Hickorynut Falls waterfall

Hickorynut Falls

29.9 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
1.4 miles 200 ft
Rainbow Falls waterfall

Rainbow Falls

30.6 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
3.9 miles 700 ft
Raven Cliff Falls waterfall

Raven Cliff Falls

48.3 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
4.0 miles 400 ft
Slicking Falls waterfall

Slicking Falls

20.2 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
The Cascades waterfall

The Cascades

32 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Camp Minnehaha Falls waterfall

Camp Minnehaha Falls

46.6 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Bridal Veil Falls waterfall

Bridal Veil Falls

45.2 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
4.4 miles 300 ft
Reedy Cove Falls waterfall

Reedy Cove Falls

37.7 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
High Falls waterfall

High Falls

45.7 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Clifton

Are there free waterfalls near Clifton?

There are 16 free waterfalls near Clifton, including Bead and Lace Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Clifton?

There are 6 easy waterfall hikes near Clifton, including Connestee Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Clifton?

There are 22 dog-friendly waterfalls near Clifton, including Bead and Lace Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Clifton?

There are 21 kid-friendly waterfalls near Clifton, including Bead and Lace Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Clifton?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Clifton?

The shortest waterfall hike near Clifton is Bead and Lace Falls at 0.2 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Clifton?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Clifton?

Yes, 27 waterfalls near Clifton have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Clifton?

The closest waterfall to Clifton is Gordons Mill Falls, approximately 20.5 miles away.

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