Waterfall Hikes Near Cowpens, SC

1,862 residents
New York Time Zone
31 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

The Revolutionary battlefield puts Cowpens on the map. Waterfalls gather in the hills across the North Carolina line, an easy morning's drive. Pearsons Falls gives 90 feet of water for a quarter mile of walking, easy footing, dogs allowed. Bradley Falls drops 75 feet after a two mile moderate hike with 300 feet of climb. Pelham Falls, back on the South Carolina side, stays easy at a mile and a half. Thirty-one falls fill the page.

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

31 of 31 gauged

1 of 31 waterfalls near Cowpens is flowing strongly today

Bead and Lace Falls Low Big Falls Barely Flowing Rainbow Falls Barely Flowing Rock Creek 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 Moderate Glencannon Falls Moderate Maidenhair Falls Moderate Connestee Falls Moderate Whitewater Falls Moderate Gordons Mill Falls Moderate Great Falls Roaring Hendricks Falls Moderate High Falls Moderate Hooker Falls Moderate Pearsons Falls Moderate Shoal Creek Falls Moderate Turley Falls Moderate Triple Falls Moderate Lower Falls Low Reedy River Falls Low Upper Falls Low Pelham Falls Moderate Raven Cliff Falls Barely Flowing Reedy Cove Falls Barely Flowing Slicking Falls Low

Updated 37 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Monday

Sunny · 78°F

Aft 82°F Sunny
Sun 79°F Sunny
Mon 78°F Sunny Best
Tue 81°F Sunny
Wed 84°F Sunny
Thu 85°F Sunny
Fri 83°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers

Flowing best right now near Cowpens

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Great Falls Roaring · 506 cfs 90th percentile
  2. 2 Hendricks Falls Moderate · 138 cfs 74th percentile
  3. 3 The Cascades Moderate · 81 cfs 46th percentile
  4. 4 Toms Falls Moderate · 81 cfs 46th percentile
  5. 5 Bradley Falls Moderate · 81 cfs 46th percentile
  6. 6 Camp Minnehaha Falls Moderate · 81 cfs 46th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Cowpens (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.

LiDAR terrain view around Pelham Falls in South Carolina, about 33 feet of drop LiDAR

Pelham Falls

25.7 miles away
South Carolina
Easy
1.5 miles Unknown
Pearsons Falls waterfall

Pearsons Falls

32.1 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
0.3 miles 120 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Cowpens (23 waterfalls)

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

Bradley Falls waterfall

Bradley Falls

32.8 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

All 31 Waterfalls Near Cowpens

Gordons Mill Falls waterfall

Gordons Mill Falls

22.9 miles away
South Carolina
Unknown
Unknown Unknown
LiDAR terrain view around Pelham Falls in South Carolina, about 33 feet of drop LiDAR

Pelham Falls

25.7 miles away
South Carolina
Easy
1.5 miles Unknown
Big Falls waterfall

Big Falls

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

Pearsons Falls

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

Bradley Falls

32.8 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
LiDAR terrain view around Hendricks Falls in South Carolina, about 37 feet of drop LiDAR

Hendricks Falls

33.6 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
1.5 miles 200 ft
Upper Falls waterfall

Upper Falls

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

Lower Falls

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

Reedy River Falls

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

Rock Creek Falls

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

Rainbow Falls

38.8 miles away
South Carolina
Hard
4.4 miles Unknown
Hickorynut Falls waterfall

Hickorynut Falls

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

Rainbow Falls

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

Raven Cliff Falls

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

Slicking Falls

40.8 miles away
South Carolina
Easy
0.5 miles Unknown
The Cascades waterfall

The Cascades

41.5 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
0.8 miles Unknown
Camp Minnehaha Falls waterfall

Camp Minnehaha Falls

42.1 miles away
North Carolina
Unknown
Unknown Unknown
Bridal Veil Falls waterfall

Bridal Veil Falls

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

High Falls

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

Reedy Cove Falls

43.2 miles away
South Carolina
Easy
0.5 miles Unknown

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Cowpens

Are there free waterfalls near Cowpens?

There are 18 free waterfalls near Cowpens, including Bead and Lace Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Cowpens?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Cowpens?

There are 23 dog-friendly waterfalls near Cowpens, including Bead and Lace Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Cowpens?

There are 22 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, 28 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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