Waterfall Hikes Near Cowpens, SC

1,862 residents
New York Time Zone
29 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Cowpens? There are 29 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Cowpens. 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 35.0186°N, -81.8041°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Cowpens

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

29 of 29 gauged

1 of 29 waterfalls near Cowpens is flowing strongly today

Bead and Lace Falls Roaring Big Falls Low Rainbow Falls Low Rock Creek Falls Low 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 Barely Flowing Glencannon Falls Barely Flowing Maidenhair Falls Barely Flowing Connestee Falls Barely Flowing Gordons Mill Falls Low Great Falls Barely Flowing Hendricks 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

Updated 34 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Thursday

Sunny · 96°F

Tod 93°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 92°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 93°F Sunny
Tue 92°F Sunny
Wed 94°F Sunny
Thu 96°F Sunny Best
Fri 97°F Sunny

Flowing best right now near Cowpens

Updated 34 minutes ago

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

  1. 1 Bead and Lace Falls Roaring · 931 cfs 98th percentile
  2. 2 Gordons Mill Falls Low · 47 cfs 22nd percentile
  3. 3 Raven Cliff Falls Low · 5 cfs 17th percentile
  4. 4 Big Falls Low · 26 cfs 11th percentile
  5. 5 Rock Creek Falls Low · 26 cfs 11th percentile
  6. 6 Rainbow Falls Low · 26 cfs 11th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Cowpens (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.

Pearsons Falls waterfall

Pearsons Falls

45.2 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
0.3 miles 120 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Cowpens (21 waterfalls)

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

Pelham Falls

10.4 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Bradley Falls waterfall

Bradley Falls

49.6 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

All 29 Waterfalls Near Cowpens

Gordons Mill Falls waterfall

Gordons Mill Falls

32.6 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Pelham Falls

10.4 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Big Falls waterfall

Big Falls

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

Pearsons Falls

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

Bradley Falls

49.6 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Hendricks Falls

45.2 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
1.5 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

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

Reedy River Falls

3.2 miles away
South Carolina
Easy
0.8 miles 50 ft
Rock Creek Falls waterfall

Rock Creek Falls

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

Rainbow Falls

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

Hickorynut Falls

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

Rainbow Falls

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

Raven Cliff Falls

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

Slicking Falls

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

The Cascades

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

Camp Minnehaha Falls

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

Bridal Veil Falls

12.4 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
4.4 miles 300 ft
High Falls waterfall

High Falls

12.9 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft
Triple Falls waterfall

Triple Falls

13.3 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.9 miles 300 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Cowpens

Are there free waterfalls near Cowpens?

There are 17 free waterfalls near Cowpens, including Bead and Lace Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Cowpens?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Cowpens?

There are 21 dog-friendly waterfalls near Cowpens, including Bead and Lace Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Cowpens?

There are 20 kid-friendly waterfalls near Cowpens, including Bead and Lace Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Cowpens?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Cowpens?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Cowpens?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Cowpens?

Yes, 26 waterfalls near Cowpens have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Cowpens?

The closest waterfall to Cowpens is Gordons Mill Falls, approximately 22.9 miles away.

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