Waterfall Hikes Near Five Forks, SC

18,592 residents
New York Time Zone
52 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Five Forks? There are 52 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Five Forks. 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 34.8069°N, -82.2271°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Five Forks

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

52 of 52 gauged

9 of 52 waterfalls near Five Forks are flowing strongly today

Big Bend Falls Moderate Kings Creek Falls Moderate Spoonauger Falls Moderate Big Falls Moderate Rainbow Falls Moderate Rock Creek Falls Moderate Bird Rock Falls Low Catheys Creek Falls Low Connestee Falls Low Dismal Falls Low Rainbow Falls Low Windy Falls Low Whitewater Falls Low Upper Falls Low Toxaway Falls Low 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 High Falls Moderate Laughing Falls Moderate Looking Glass Falls Moderate Maidenhair Falls Moderate Slick Rock Falls Moderate Clearwater Falls Barely Flowing Lower Falls Barely Flowing Reedy Cove Falls Barely Flowing Gordons Mill Falls Moderate Great Falls Barely Flowing Hendricks Falls Moderate Hidden Falls Moderate Isaqueena Falls Moderate Sids Falls Moderate High Falls Barely Flowing High Falls Roaring Hooker Falls Roaring Pearsons Falls Roaring Shoal Creek Falls Roaring Turley Falls Roaring Triple Falls Roaring Lower Falls Roaring Reedy River Falls Roaring Upper Falls Roaring Mitchell Falls Moderate Pelham Falls Moderate Raven Cliff Falls Moderate Slicking Falls Moderate

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Friday

Mostly Sunny · 98°F

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

Flowing best right now near Five Forks

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Upper Falls Roaring · 91 cfs 95th percentile
  2. 2 Reedy River Falls Roaring · 91 cfs 95th percentile
  3. 3 Lower Falls Roaring · 91 cfs 95th percentile
  4. 4 Triple Falls Strong · 645 cfs 89th percentile
  5. 5 Turley Falls Strong · 645 cfs 89th percentile
  6. 6 Shoal Creek Falls Strong · 645 cfs 89th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Five Forks (11 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

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Five Forks (40 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
Lower Falls waterfall

Lower Falls

25.3 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 200 ft
Upper Falls waterfall

Upper Falls

25.3 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
4.6 miles 800 ft
Great Falls waterfall

Great Falls

38 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.5 miles 200 ft

All 52 Waterfalls Near Five Forks

Reedy Cove Falls waterfall

Reedy Cove Falls

16.4 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
High Falls waterfall

High Falls

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

Triple Falls

6.4 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.9 miles 300 ft

Bead and Lace Falls

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

Hooker Falls

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

Shoal Creek Falls

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

Toms Falls

7.2 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Turley Falls

29.8 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
Connestee Falls waterfall

Connestee Falls

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

Maidenhair Falls

3.9 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Hidden Falls waterfall

Hidden Falls

39.7 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.3 miles 300 ft

Glencannon Falls

31.4 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Whitewater Falls waterfall

Whitewater Falls

21.6 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
0.6 miles 200 ft

Hendricks Falls

33.3 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
1.5 miles 200 ft
Lower Falls waterfall

Lower Falls

23.9 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 300 ft
Laughing Falls waterfall

Laughing Falls

5.3 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Windy Falls waterfall

Windy Falls

25.3 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Upper Falls waterfall

Upper Falls

47.2 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Big Bend Falls waterfall

Big Bend Falls

15.2 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
4.5 miles 300 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Five Forks

Are there free waterfalls near Five Forks?

There are 33 free waterfalls near Five Forks, including Bead and Lace Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Five Forks?

There are 11 easy waterfall hikes near Five Forks, including Connestee Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Five Forks?

There are 40 dog-friendly waterfalls near Five Forks, including Bead and Lace Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Five Forks?

There are 39 kid-friendly waterfalls near Five Forks, including Bead and Lace Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Five Forks?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Five Forks?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Five Forks?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Five Forks?

Yes, 49 waterfalls near Five Forks have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Five Forks?

The closest waterfall to Five Forks is Pelham Falls, approximately 2.5 miles away.

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