Waterfall Hikes Near Duncan, SC

4,053 residents
New York Time Zone
69 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Duncan? There are 69 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Duncan. These trails range from drive_up to moderate difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.

Located at 34.9342°N, -82.1443°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Duncan

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

69 of 69 gauged

4 of 69 waterfalls near Duncan are flowing strongly today

Bead and Lace Falls Moderate Big Bend Falls Moderate Kings Creek Falls Moderate Spoonauger Falls Moderate Big Falls Low Rainbow Falls Low Rock Creek Falls Low Bird Rock Falls Barely Flowing Catheys Creek Falls Barely Flowing Connestee Falls Barely Flowing Dismal Falls Barely Flowing Rainbow Falls Barely Flowing Schoolhouse Falls Barely Flowing Windy Falls Barely Flowing Whitewater Falls Barely Flowing Upper Falls Barely Flowing Toxaway Falls Barely Flowing Blue Sea Falls Moderate Crabtree Falls Moderate Crystal Falls Moderate Grassy Creek Falls Moderate Mitchell Falls Moderate Murphy Falls Moderate Roaring Spout Falls Moderate Upper Falls Moderate Bradley Falls Moderate Camp Minnehaha Falls Moderate Hickorynut Falls Moderate Rainbow Falls Moderate Toms Falls Moderate The Cascades Moderate Bridal Veil Falls Low Glencannon Falls Low High Falls Low Laughing Falls Low Looking Glass Falls Low Maidenhair Falls Low Slick Rock Falls Low Clearwater Falls Barely Flowing Lower Falls Barely Flowing Reedy Cove Falls Barely Flowing Courthouse Falls Moderate Second Falls Moderate Yellowstone Falls Moderate Upper Falls Moderate Douglas Falk Moderate Walker Falls Moderate Fairfield Falls Low Maidenhair Falls Low Twin Falls Low Gordons Mill Falls Barely Flowing Great Falls Barely Flowing Hendricks Falls Moderate Hidden Falls Moderate Isaqueena Falls Moderate High Falls Barely Flowing 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 Satulah Falls Moderate Slicking Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Thursday

Sunny · 96°F

Wed 94°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 96°F Sunny Best
Fri 97°F Mostly Sunny
Sat 94°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 94°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 98°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 95°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Duncan

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 Lower Falls Strong · 44 cfs 76th percentile
  3. 3 Upper Falls Strong · 44 cfs 76th percentile
  4. 4 Reedy River Falls Strong · 44 cfs 76th percentile
  5. 5 Spoonauger Falls Moderate · 73 cfs 43rd percentile
  6. 6 Big Bend Falls Moderate · 73 cfs 43rd percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Duncan (14 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
Pearsons Falls waterfall

Pearsons Falls

39.1 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
0.3 miles 120 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Duncan (50 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 69 Waterfalls Near Duncan

Toxaway Falls waterfall

Toxaway Falls

26.5 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
0.6 miles 150 ft
Hidden Falls waterfall

Hidden Falls

39.7 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.3 miles 300 ft
Spoonauger Falls waterfall

Spoonauger Falls

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

Upper Falls

22.9 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
3.3 miles 500 ft

Hendricks Falls

33.3 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
1.5 miles 200 ft
Looking Glass Falls waterfall

Looking Glass Falls

8 miles away
North Carolina
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
Bird Rock Falls waterfall

Bird Rock Falls

28.3 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Murphy Falls

9.1 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
4.0 miles 300 ft
Slick Rock Falls waterfall

Slick Rock Falls

30.4 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
1.0 miles 150 ft
High Falls waterfall

High Falls

8.1 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft
Crabtree Falls waterfall

Crabtree Falls

24.1 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.5 miles 500 ft
Mitchell Falls waterfall

Mitchell Falls

19.6 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Dismal Falls waterfall CC

Dismal Falls

31.2 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Roaring Spout Falls

26.8 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Grassy Creek Falls waterfall

Grassy Creek Falls

21.9 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Isaqueena Falls waterfall

Isaqueena Falls

44.5 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Blue Sea Falls waterfall

Blue Sea Falls

20.2 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Schoolhouse Falls waterfall

Schoolhouse Falls

31.6 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
2.5 miles 200 ft
Fairfield Falls waterfall

Fairfield Falls

31.7 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Twin Falls waterfall

Twin Falls

45.9 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
4.0 miles 500 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Duncan

Are there free waterfalls near Duncan?

There are 43 free waterfalls near Duncan, including Bead and Lace Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Duncan?

There are 14 easy waterfall hikes near Duncan, including Connestee Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Duncan?

There are 50 dog-friendly waterfalls near Duncan, including Bead and Lace Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Duncan?

There are 49 kid-friendly waterfalls near Duncan, including Bead and Lace Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Duncan?

There are 4 waterfalls that allow swimming near Duncan, including Courthouse Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Duncan?

The shortest waterfall hike near Duncan is Bead and Lace Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Duncan?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Duncan?

Yes, 66 waterfalls near Duncan have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Duncan?

The closest waterfall to Duncan is Pelham Falls, approximately 7.2 miles away.

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