Waterfall Hikes Near Lancaster, SC

8,592 residents
New York Time Zone
4 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Lancaster is the closest town on our list to Great Falls of Catawba. The river drops just southwest of here, and the trail runs two miles. Cedar Falls takes half a mile of easy walking, dogs welcome. Hendricks Falls climbs 200 feet over a mile and a half of moderate trail. Gordons Falls rounds out the list, though our information on it is thin. Four falls show on the page.

Located at 34.7248°N, -80.7804°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Lancaster

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

4 of 4 gauged

1 of 4 waterfalls near Lancaster is flowing strongly today

Gordons Falls Roaring Hendricks Falls Moderate

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Tuesday

Sunny · 72°F

Fri 88°F Sunny
Sat 63°F Chance Rain Showers
Sun 60°F Sunny
Mon 65°F Sunny
Tue 72°F Sunny Best
Wed 73°F Sunny
Thu 72°F Sunny

Flowing best right now near Lancaster

Updated about 3 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Gordons Falls Roaring · 7340 cfs 96th percentile
  2. 2 Hendricks Falls Moderate · 189 cfs 28th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Lancaster (1 waterfall)

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.

LiDAR terrain view around Gordons Falls in South Carolina LiDAR

Gordons Falls

38.4 miles away
South Carolina
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft

All 4 Waterfalls Near Lancaster

Great Falls of Catawba waterfall

Great Falls of Catawba

11.2 miles away
South Carolina
Unknown
2.0 miles Unknown
Cedar Falls waterfall

Cedar Falls

13 miles away
South Carolina
Unknown
Unknown Unknown
LiDAR terrain view around Gordons Falls in South Carolina LiDAR

Gordons Falls

38.4 miles away
South Carolina
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
LiDAR terrain view around Hendricks Falls in South Carolina, about 37 feet of drop LiDAR

Hendricks Falls

45.2 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
1.5 miles 200 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Lancaster

Are there free waterfalls near Lancaster?

There is 1 free waterfall near Lancaster, including Cedar Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Lancaster?

There is 1 easy waterfall hike near Lancaster, including Gordons Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Lancaster?

There is 1 kid-friendly waterfall near Lancaster, including Cedar Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Lancaster?

The shortest waterfall hike near Lancaster is Gordons Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Lancaster?

Yes, 1 waterfall near Lancaster has nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Lancaster?

The closest waterfall to Lancaster is Great Falls of Catawba, approximately 11.2 miles away.

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