Waterfall Hikes Near Hilltop, SC

3,253 residents
New_York Time Zone
38 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Hilltop? There are 38 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Hilltop. These trails range from drive_up to moderate difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.

Located at 34.9755°N, -81.9586°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Hilltop

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

38 of 38 gauged

38 waterfalls near Hilltop have live flow data today

Bead and Lace Falls Barely Flowing Big Falls Barely Flowing Rainbow Falls Barely Flowing Rock Creek Falls Barely Flowing Bradley Falls Barely Flowing Camp Minnehaha Falls Barely Flowing Hickorynut Falls Barely Flowing Rainbow Falls Barely Flowing Toms Falls Barely Flowing The Cascades Barely Flowing Bridal Veil Falls Barely Flowing Glencannon Falls Barely Flowing Laughing Falls Barely Flowing Looking Glass Falls Barely Flowing Maidenhair Falls Barely Flowing Catheys Creek Falls Barely Flowing Connestee Falls Barely Flowing Windy Falls Barely Flowing Whitewater Falls Barely Flowing Toxaway Falls Barely Flowing Clearwater Falls Barely Flowing Reedy Cove Falls Barely Flowing Gordons Mill Falls Barely Flowing Great Falls Barely Flowing Hendricks Falls Barely Flowing High Falls Barely Flowing High Falls Barely Flowing Hooker Falls Barely Flowing Pearsons Falls Barely Flowing Shoal Creek Falls Barely Flowing Turley Falls Barely Flowing Triple Falls Barely Flowing Lower Falls Barely Flowing Reedy River Falls Barely Flowing Upper Falls Barely Flowing Pelham Falls Barely Flowing Raven Cliff Falls Moderate Slicking Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Thursday

Sunny · 74°F

Thu 74°F Sunny Best
Fri 78°F Sunny
Sat 85°F Sunny
Sun 88°F Mostly Sunny
Mon 89°F Sunny
Tue 89°F Sunny
Wed 88°F Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Hilltop (9 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

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Hilltop (27 waterfalls)

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

Pelham Falls waterfall CC

Pelham Falls

31.7 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Upper Falls waterfall

Upper Falls

35.3 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
4.6 miles 800 ft
Lower Falls waterfall

Lower Falls

35.3 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 200 ft

All 38 Waterfalls Near Hilltop

Pelham Falls waterfall CC

Pelham Falls

31.7 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Gordons Mill Falls waterfall

Gordons Mill Falls

22.1 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Upper Falls waterfall

Upper Falls

35.3 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
4.6 miles 800 ft
Lower Falls waterfall

Lower Falls

35.3 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 200 ft
Reedy River Falls waterfall

Reedy River Falls

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

Big Falls

31.2 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Pearsons Falls waterfall

Pearsons Falls

18.2 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
0.3 miles 120 ft
Bradley Falls waterfall

Bradley Falls

18.1 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Rock Creek Falls waterfall

Rock Creek Falls

22 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.5 miles 500 ft
Rainbow Falls waterfall

Rainbow Falls

41.5 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Hickorynut Falls waterfall

Hickorynut Falls

4.8 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
1.4 miles 200 ft
Rainbow Falls waterfall

Rainbow Falls

5.7 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
3.9 miles 700 ft
Raven Cliff Falls waterfall

Raven Cliff Falls

16.9 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
4.0 miles 400 ft
Slicking Falls waterfall

Slicking Falls

29.4 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
The Cascades waterfall

The Cascades

5.6 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Camp Minnehaha Falls waterfall

Camp Minnehaha Falls

49.2 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Bridal Veil Falls waterfall

Bridal Veil Falls

33.2 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
4.4 miles 300 ft

Hendricks Falls

36 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
1.5 miles 200 ft
Reedy Cove Falls waterfall

Reedy Cove Falls

39.4 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
High Falls waterfall

High Falls

34.2 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Hilltop

Are there free waterfalls near Hilltop?

There are 20 free waterfalls near Hilltop, including Bead and Lace Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Hilltop?

There are 9 easy waterfall hikes near Hilltop, including Connestee Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Hilltop?

There are 27 dog-friendly waterfalls near Hilltop, including Bead and Lace Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Hilltop?

There are 26 kid-friendly waterfalls near Hilltop, including Bead and Lace Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Hilltop?

There are 2 waterfalls that allow swimming near Hilltop, including Hooker Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Hilltop?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Hilltop?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Hilltop?

Yes, 35 waterfalls near Hilltop have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Hilltop?

The closest waterfall to Hilltop is Pelham Falls, approximately 17.0 miles away.

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