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 Low 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 Barely Flowing Glencannon Falls Barely Flowing Maidenhair Falls Barely Flowing Connestee Falls Barely Flowing Gordons Mill Falls Moderate Great Falls Moderate Hendricks Falls Moderate High Falls Low Hooker Falls Low Pearsons Falls Low Shoal Creek Falls Low Turley Falls Low Triple Falls Low Lower Falls Low Reedy River Falls Low Upper Falls Low Pelham Falls Low Raven Cliff Falls Roaring Slicking Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Today

Mostly Sunny · 73°F

Tod 73°F Mostly Sunny Best
Wed 77°F Sunny
Thu 74°F Sunny
Fri 77°F Sunny
Sat 86°F Sunny
Sun 89°F Mostly Sunny
Mon 90°F Sunny

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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

18.2 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 waterfall CC

Pelham Falls

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

Bradley Falls

18.1 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

All 29 Waterfalls Near Cowpens

Bead and Lace Falls

2.2 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Hooker Falls waterfall

Hooker Falls

10.2 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
0.9 miles 50 ft
Shoal Creek Falls waterfall

Shoal Creek Falls

10.3 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Toms Falls waterfall

Toms Falls

5.3 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Turley Falls

11.7 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Connestee Falls waterfall

Connestee Falls

32.4 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
0.2 miles 50 ft
Maidenhair Falls waterfall

Maidenhair Falls

24.1 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Glencannon Falls

34 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Great Falls waterfall

Great Falls

20.6 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.5 miles 200 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Cowpens

Are there free waterfalls near Cowpens?

There are 15 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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