Waterfall Hikes Near Greenville, SC

401,443 residents
New_York Time Zone
69 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Greenville sits on the Piedmont plateau at the foothills of the Blue Ridge, with rolling ridgelines, narrow stream-cut gorges, and mixed hardwood forests that feed an extensive network of creeks and cascades. Within 50 miles hikers encounter mostly moderate routes through steep wooded ravines and rocky streambeds, plus a number of short roadside drops and easy greenway-access walks, making the area notable for its concentration of mid‑difficulty trail scrambling, accessible urban-to-wilderness transitions, and varied terrain for seasonal flows.

Located at 34.8354°N, -82.3646°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Greenville

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Water Flow

69 of 69 gauged

1 of 69 waterfalls near Greenville is flowing strongly today

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Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Tuesday

Mostly Sunny · 75°F

Tue 75°F Mostly Sunny Best
Wed 79°F Mostly Sunny
Thu 76°F Sunny
Fri 78°F Sunny
Sat 87°F Sunny
Sun 90°F Mostly Sunny
Mon 91°F Mostly Sunny

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Greenville (15 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

35.3 miles away
South Carolina
Easy
0.8 miles 50 ft
Pearsons Falls waterfall

Pearsons Falls

18.2 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
0.3 miles 120 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Greenville (51 waterfalls)

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

Lower Falls waterfall

Lower Falls

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

Upper Falls

35.3 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
4.6 miles 800 ft
Pelham Falls waterfall CC

Pelham Falls

31.7 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 69 Waterfalls Near Greenville

Rainbow Falls waterfall

Rainbow Falls

38.8 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
3.9 miles 700 ft
Kings Creek Falls waterfall CC

Kings Creek Falls

38.9 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Toxaway Falls waterfall

Toxaway Falls

20.6 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
0.6 miles 150 ft
Spoonauger Falls waterfall

Spoonauger Falls

28 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Looking Glass Falls waterfall

Looking Glass Falls

14.5 miles away
North Carolina
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
Bird Rock Falls waterfall

Bird Rock Falls

18.8 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Slick Rock Falls waterfall

Slick Rock Falls

8.2 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
1.0 miles 150 ft
High Falls waterfall

High Falls

12.9 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft
Dismal Falls waterfall CC

Dismal Falls

8.3 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Schoolhouse Falls waterfall

Schoolhouse Falls

8.7 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
2.5 miles 200 ft
Fairfield Falls waterfall

Fairfield Falls

3.9 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Twin Falls waterfall

Twin Falls

3.7 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
4.0 miles 500 ft

Maidenhair Falls

3.6 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.5 miles 300 ft
Courthouse Falls waterfall

Courthouse Falls

9.3 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft
Sids Falls waterfall

Sids Falls

20.6 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Yellowstone Falls waterfall

Yellowstone Falls

9.6 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
3.0 miles 400 ft
Second Falls waterfall

Second Falls

9.7 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft
Satulah Falls waterfall

Satulah Falls

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

Upper Falls

27.7 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
3.3 miles 500 ft
Highlands Falls waterfall

Highlands Falls

2.4 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Greenville

Are there free waterfalls near Greenville?

There are 42 free waterfalls near Greenville, including Bead and Lace Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Greenville?

There are 15 easy waterfall hikes near Greenville, including Connestee Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Greenville?

There are 51 dog-friendly waterfalls near Greenville, including Bead and Lace Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Greenville?

There are 51 kid-friendly waterfalls near Greenville, including Bead and Lace Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Greenville?

There are 4 waterfalls that allow swimming near Greenville, including Courthouse Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Greenville?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Greenville?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Greenville?

Yes, 66 waterfalls near Greenville have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Greenville?

The closest waterfall to Greenville is Lower Falls, approximately 1.9 miles away.

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