Waterfall Hikes Near Converse, SC

241 residents
New York Time Zone
33 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Converse? There are 33 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Converse. 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 34.9940°N, -81.8421°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Converse

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

33 of 33 gauged

4 of 33 waterfalls near Converse are flowing strongly today

Bead and Lace Falls Moderate Big Falls Moderate Rainbow Falls Moderate Rock Creek Falls Moderate Bradley Falls Moderate Camp Minnehaha Falls Moderate Hickorynut Falls Moderate Rainbow Falls Moderate Toms Falls Moderate The Cascades Moderate Bridal Veil Falls Moderate Glencannon Falls Moderate Maidenhair Falls Moderate Clearwater Falls Barely Flowing Lower Falls Barely Flowing Reedy Cove Falls Barely Flowing Connestee Falls Barely Flowing Whitewater Falls Barely Flowing Gordons Mill Falls Low Great Falls Barely Flowing Hendricks Falls Moderate 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 Moderate

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Friday

Mostly Sunny · 97°F

Aft 94°F Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Wed 94°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 96°F 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

Flowing best right now near Converse

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Pelham Falls Roaring · 111 cfs 90th percentile
  2. 2 Upper Falls Strong · 50 cfs 79th percentile
  3. 3 Reedy River Falls Strong · 50 cfs 79th percentile
  4. 4 Lower Falls Strong · 50 cfs 79th percentile
  5. 5 Triple Falls Moderate · 537 cfs 54th percentile
  6. 6 Turley Falls Moderate · 537 cfs 54th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Converse (7 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 Converse (24 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 33 Waterfalls Near Converse

Gordons Mill Falls waterfall

Gordons Mill Falls

44.9 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

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
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

Hendricks Falls

33.3 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
1.5 miles 200 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
High Falls waterfall

High Falls

29.6 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Converse

Are there free waterfalls near Converse?

There are 19 free waterfalls near Converse, including Bead and Lace Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Converse?

There are 7 easy waterfall hikes near Converse, including Connestee Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Converse?

There are 24 dog-friendly waterfalls near Converse, including Bead and Lace Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Converse?

There are 23 kid-friendly waterfalls near Converse, including Bead and Lace Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Converse?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Converse?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Converse?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Converse?

Yes, 30 waterfalls near Converse have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Converse?

The closest waterfall to Converse is Gordons Mill Falls, approximately 20.1 miles away.

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