Waterfall Hikes Near East Gaffney, SC

2,972 residents
New York Time Zone
22 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near East Gaffney? There are 22 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of East Gaffney. 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 35.0846°N, -81.6218°W

Map of Waterfalls Near East Gaffney

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

22 of 22 gauged

1 of 22 waterfalls near East Gaffney is flowing strongly today

Bead and Lace Falls Roaring Big Falls Low Rainbow Falls Low Rock Creek Falls Low Bradley Falls Low Camp Minnehaha Falls Low Hickorynut Falls Low Rainbow Falls Low Toms Falls Low The Cascades Low Bridal Veil Falls Barely Flowing Hendricks Falls Barely Flowing High 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

Updated 34 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Monday

Sunny · 94°F

Tod 94°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 93°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 94°F Sunny Best
Tue 93°F Sunny
Wed 95°F Sunny
Thu 97°F Sunny
Fri 98°F Sunny

Flowing best right now near East Gaffney

Updated about 3 hours 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 Big Falls Low · 26 cfs 11th percentile
  4. 4 Rock Creek Falls Low · 26 cfs 11th percentile
  5. 5 Rainbow Falls Low · 26 cfs 11th percentile
  6. 6 The Cascades Barely Flowing · 42 cfs 4th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near East Gaffney (4 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 East Gaffney (16 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 22 Waterfalls Near East Gaffney

Toms Falls waterfall

Toms Falls

23.1 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Turley Falls

15.2 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near East Gaffney

Are there free waterfalls near East Gaffney?

There are 13 free waterfalls near East Gaffney, including Bead and Lace Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near East Gaffney?

There are 4 easy waterfall hikes near East Gaffney, including Hickorynut Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in East Gaffney?

There are 16 dog-friendly waterfalls near East Gaffney, including Bead and Lace Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near East Gaffney?

There are 15 kid-friendly waterfalls near East Gaffney, including Bead and Lace Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near East Gaffney?

The shortest waterfall hike near East Gaffney is Bead and Lace Falls at 0.3 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near East Gaffney?

The tallest waterfall near East Gaffney is Hickorynut Falls at 404 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around East Gaffney?

Yes, 19 waterfalls near East Gaffney have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to East Gaffney?

The closest waterfall to East Gaffney is Hendricks Falls, approximately 29.1 miles away.

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