Waterfall Hikes Near Hartwell, GA

4,481 residents
New York Time Zone
45 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Hartwell? There are 45 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Hartwell. 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 34.3496°N, -82.9289°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Hartwell

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

45 of 45 gauged

19 of 45 waterfalls near Hartwell are flowing strongly today

Big Bend Falls Strong Kings Creek Falls Strong Spoonauger Falls Strong Bird Rock Falls Strong Catheys Creek Falls Strong Connestee Falls Strong Dismal Falls Strong Rainbow Falls Strong Schoolhouse Falls Strong Windy Falls Strong Whitewater Falls Strong Upper Falls Strong Toxaway Falls Strong Bridal Veil Falls Moderate Dry Falls Moderate Glen Falls Moderate Highlands Falls Moderate Satulah Falls Moderate Cascade Falls Moderate Toccoa Falls Moderate Clearwater Falls Moderate Lower Falls Moderate Reedy Cove Falls Moderate Courthouse Falls Moderate Dill Falls Moderate Lower Vernal Falls Moderate Upper Vernal Falls Moderate Upper Falls Moderate Estatoah Falls Moderate Timpson Falls Moderate Fairfield Falls Strong Maidenhair Falls Strong Slatten Falls Strong Twin Falls Strong Hidden Falls Moderate Isaqueena Falls Moderate Sids Falls Moderate High Falls Strong Lower Falls Moderate Reedy River Falls Moderate Upper Falls Moderate Raven Cliff Falls Low Slicking Falls Roaring Stekoa Falls Low

Updated 14 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Wednesday

Patchy Fog · 85°F

Wed 85°F Patchy Fog Best
Thu 87°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Fri 87°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 89°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 90°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 90°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 90°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny

Flowing best right now near Hartwell

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Slicking Falls Roaring · 4 cfs 91st percentile
  2. 2 Spoonauger Falls Strong · 71 cfs 87th percentile
  3. 3 Kings Creek Falls Strong · 71 cfs 87th percentile
  4. 4 Big Bend Falls Strong · 71 cfs 87th percentile
  5. 5 Toxaway Falls Strong · 193 cfs 85th percentile
  6. 6 Upper Falls Strong · 193 cfs 85th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Hartwell (8 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.

Toccoa Falls waterfall

Toccoa Falls

27.4 miles away
Georgia
Easy
0.4 miles 200 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Hartwell (34 waterfalls)

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

High Falls waterfall

High Falls

10.9 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Isaqueena Falls waterfall

Isaqueena Falls

44.5 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Great Falls waterfall

Great Falls

38 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.5 miles 200 ft
Hidden Falls waterfall

Hidden Falls

39.7 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.3 miles 300 ft

All 45 Waterfalls Near Hartwell

High Falls waterfall

High Falls

10.9 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Clearwater Falls

14.5 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Toccoa Falls waterfall

Toccoa Falls

27.4 miles away
Georgia
Easy
0.4 miles 200 ft
Isaqueena Falls waterfall

Isaqueena Falls

44.5 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Great Falls waterfall

Great Falls

38 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.5 miles 200 ft
Hidden Falls waterfall

Hidden Falls

39.7 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.3 miles 300 ft
Lower Falls waterfall

Lower Falls

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

Sids Falls

24.5 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Windy Falls waterfall

Windy Falls

25.3 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
Reedy Cove Falls waterfall

Reedy Cove Falls

16.4 miles away
South 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
Rainbow Falls waterfall

Rainbow Falls

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

Kings Creek Falls

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

Toxaway Falls

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

Spoonauger Falls

9.9 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Cascade Falls waterfall

Cascade Falls

27.1 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
4.3 miles 500 ft
Dismal Falls waterfall CC

Dismal Falls

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

Schoolhouse Falls

31.6 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
2.5 miles 200 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Hartwell

Are there free waterfalls near Hartwell?

There are 28 free waterfalls near Hartwell, including Big Bend Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Hartwell?

There are 8 easy waterfall hikes near Hartwell, including Connestee Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Hartwell?

There are 34 dog-friendly waterfalls near Hartwell, including Big Bend Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Hartwell?

There are 36 kid-friendly waterfalls near Hartwell, including Big Bend Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Hartwell?

There are 3 waterfalls that allow swimming near Hartwell, including Courthouse Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Hartwell?

The shortest waterfall hike near Hartwell is Big Bend Falls at 0.2 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Hartwell?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Hartwell?

Yes, 42 waterfalls near Hartwell have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Hartwell?

The closest waterfall to Hartwell is High Falls, approximately 22.8 miles away.

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