Waterfall Hikes Near Great Falls, SC

1,669 residents
New York Time Zone
4 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Great Falls? There are 4 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Great Falls. These trails range from moderate to unknown difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.

Located at 34.5753°N, -80.9048°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Great Falls

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

4 of 4 gauged

4 waterfalls near Great Falls have live flow data today

Gordons Mill Falls Moderate Hendricks Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Monday

Sunny · 72°F

Sun 71°F Sunny
Mon 72°F Sunny Best
Tue 76°F Sunny
Wed 73°F Mostly Sunny
Thu 74°F Partly Sunny
Fri 79°F Sunny
Sat 78°F Mostly Sunny

Flowing best right now near Great Falls

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Gordons Mill Falls Moderate · 65 cfs 62nd percentile
  2. 2 Hendricks Falls Barely Flowing · 114 cfs 4th percentile

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All 4 Waterfalls Near Great Falls

Great Falls of Catawba waterfall

Great Falls of Catawba

1.3 miles away
South Carolina
Unknown
2.0 miles Unknown
Cedar Falls waterfall

Cedar Falls

11 miles away
South Carolina
Unknown
Unknown Unknown
LiDAR terrain view around Hendricks Falls in South Carolina, about 37 feet of drop LiDAR

Hendricks Falls

32.6 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
1.5 miles 200 ft
Gordons Mill Falls waterfall

Gordons Mill Falls

41.1 miles away
South Carolina
Unknown
Unknown Unknown

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Great Falls

Are there free waterfalls near Great Falls?

There are 2 free waterfalls near Great Falls, including Cedar Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Great Falls?

There is 1 kid-friendly waterfall near Great Falls, including Cedar Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Great Falls?

The shortest waterfall hike near Great Falls is Great Falls of Catawba at 1.5 miles round trip.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Great Falls?

Yes, 2 waterfalls near Great Falls have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Great Falls?

The closest waterfall to Great Falls is Great Falls of Catawba, approximately 1.3 miles away.

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Where to Stay

Quality Inn Lancaster

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Home2 Suites By Hilton Newberry

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Holiday Inn Express and Suites Newberry by IHG

Holiday Inn Express and Suites Newberry by IHG

8.9 159 reviews
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