Waterfall Hikes Near Helena, SC

484 residents
New York Time Zone
4 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Helena? There are 4 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Helena. 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 34.2807°N, -81.6445°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Helena

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

4 of 4 gauged

4 waterfalls near Helena have live flow data today

Gordons Mill Falls Low Great Falls Barely Flowing Hendricks Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Thursday

Sunny · 96°F

Tod 94°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 93°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 95°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 93°F Sunny
Wed 94°F Sunny
Thu 96°F Sunny Best
Fri 98°F Sunny

Flowing best right now near Helena

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Gordons Mill Falls Low · 47 cfs 22nd percentile
  2. 2 Great Falls Barely Flowing · 209 cfs 1st percentile
  3. 3 Hendricks Falls Barely Flowing · 150 cfs 0th percentile

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🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Helena (1 waterfall)

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

Great Falls waterfall

Great Falls

31.1 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.5 miles 200 ft

All 4 Waterfalls Near Helena

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
Great Falls waterfall

Great Falls

31.1 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.5 miles 200 ft
Great Falls of Catawba waterfall

Great Falls of Catawba

49.7 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Helena

Are there free waterfalls near Helena?

There are 2 free waterfalls near Helena, including Gordons Mill Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Helena?

There is 1 dog-friendly waterfall near Helena, including Great Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Helena?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Helena?

The shortest waterfall hike near Helena is Gordons Mill Falls at 1.5 miles round trip.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Helena?

Yes, 3 waterfalls near Helena have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Helena?

The closest waterfall to Helena is Hendricks Falls, approximately 13.1 miles away.

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