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 moderate 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

Cedar Falls Low Gordons Mill Falls Barely Flowing Hendricks Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Thursday

Sunny · 98°F

Sat 94°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 95°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 95°F Sunny then 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 Great Falls

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Cedar Falls Low · 7 cfs 12th percentile
  2. 2 Gordons Mill Falls Barely Flowing · 42 cfs 1st percentile
  3. 3 Hendricks Falls Barely Flowing · 159 cfs 1st percentile

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🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Great Falls (1 waterfall)

Bring your four-legged friend along! These waterfalls welcome dogs on their trails.

Cedar Falls waterfall

Cedar Falls

43.4 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 4 Waterfalls Near Great Falls

Great Falls of Catawba waterfall

Great Falls of Catawba

49.7 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Cedar Falls waterfall

Cedar Falls

43.4 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Hendricks Falls

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

Gordons Mill Falls

32.6 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

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 dog friendly waterfalls in Great Falls?

There is 1 dog-friendly waterfall 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 Cedar Falls 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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