Waterfall Hikes Near Gaffney, SC

12,651 residents
New York Time Zone
23 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Gaffney? There are 23 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of 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 35.0743°N, -81.6552°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Gaffney

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

23 of 23 gauged

23 waterfalls near Gaffney have live flow data 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 Gordons Mill Falls Barely Flowing Hendricks Falls Barely Flowing High Falls Barely Flowing Hooker 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 about 3 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Thursday

Sunny · 98°F

Sat 93°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 94°F Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 94°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 94°F Sunny
Wed 95°F Sunny
Thu 98°F Sunny Best
Fri 100°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Gaffney

Updated about 3 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Bead and Lace Falls Low · 569 cfs 10th percentile
  2. 2 Pelham Falls Barely Flowing · 39 cfs 9th percentile
  3. 3 The Cascades Barely Flowing · 42 cfs 4th percentile
  4. 4 Toms Falls Barely Flowing · 42 cfs 4th percentile
  5. 5 Rainbow Falls Barely Flowing · 42 cfs 4th percentile
  6. 6 Hickorynut Falls Barely Flowing · 42 cfs 4th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Gaffney (5 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 Gaffney (17 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 23 Waterfalls Near Gaffney

Shoal Creek Falls waterfall

Shoal Creek Falls

13.9 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
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 Gaffney

Are there free waterfalls near Gaffney?

There are 14 free waterfalls near Gaffney, including Bead and Lace Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Gaffney?

There are 5 easy waterfall hikes near Gaffney, including Hickorynut Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Gaffney?

There are 17 dog-friendly waterfalls near Gaffney, including Bead and Lace Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Gaffney?

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

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Gaffney?

There is 1 waterfall that allows swimming near Gaffney, including Hooker Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Gaffney?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Gaffney?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Gaffney?

Yes, 20 waterfalls near Gaffney have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Gaffney?

The closest waterfall to Gaffney is Hendricks Falls, approximately 30 miles away.

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