Waterfall Hikes Near Hilltop, SC

3,253 residents
New York Time Zone
46 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Hilltop? There are 46 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

46 of 46 gauged

1 of 46 waterfalls near Hilltop is flowing strongly today

Bead and Lace Falls Moderate Big Falls Moderate Rainbow Falls Moderate Rock Creek Falls Moderate Bradley Falls Moderate Camp Minnehaha Falls Moderate Hickorynut Falls Moderate Rainbow Falls Moderate Toms Falls Moderate The Cascades Moderate 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 Rainbow Falls Barely Flowing Windy Falls Barely Flowing Whitewater Falls Barely Flowing Upper Falls Barely Flowing Toxaway Falls Barely Flowing Clearwater Falls Barely Flowing Lower Falls Barely Flowing Reedy Cove Falls Barely Flowing Gordons Mill Falls Moderate Grassy Creek Falls Barely Flowing Upper Falls Barely Flowing Great Falls Moderate Hendricks Falls Roaring High Falls Moderate High Falls Moderate Hooker Falls Moderate Pearsons Falls Moderate Shoal Creek Falls Moderate Turley Falls Moderate Triple Falls Moderate Kings Creek Falls Barely Flowing Spoonauger Falls Barely Flowing Linville Falls Moderate Lower Falls Moderate Reedy River Falls Moderate Upper Falls Moderate Pelham Falls Moderate Raven Cliff Falls Moderate Slicking Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Monday

Sunny · 89°F

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

Flowing best right now near Hilltop

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Hendricks Falls Roaring · 238 cfs 91st percentile
  2. 2 Rock Creek Falls Moderate · 30 cfs 71st percentile
  3. 3 Big Falls Moderate · 30 cfs 71st percentile
  4. 4 Rainbow Falls Moderate · 30 cfs 71st percentile
  5. 5 Great Falls Moderate · 252 cfs 69th percentile
  6. 6 Linville Falls Moderate · 141 cfs 59th percentile

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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

15.6 miles away
South Carolina
Easy
0.8 miles 50 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Hilltop (35 waterfalls)

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

Pelham Falls

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

Upper Falls

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

Lower Falls

15.6 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 200 ft

All 46 Waterfalls Near Hilltop

Pelham Falls

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

Gordons Mill Falls

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

Upper Falls

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

Lower Falls

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

Reedy River Falls

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

Big Falls

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

Pearsons Falls

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

Bradley Falls

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

Rock Creek Falls

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

Rainbow Falls

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

Hickorynut Falls

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

Rainbow Falls

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

Raven Cliff Falls

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

Slicking Falls

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

The Cascades

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

Camp Minnehaha Falls

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

Bridal Veil Falls

3.5 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
4.4 miles 300 ft

Hendricks Falls

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

Reedy Cove Falls

17.2 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 29 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 35 dog-friendly waterfalls near Hilltop, including Bead and Lace Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Hilltop?

There are 34 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, 43 waterfalls near Hilltop have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Hilltop?

The closest waterfall to Hilltop is Pelham Falls, approximately 17 miles away.

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