Waterfall Hikes Near Lexington, SC

23,665 residents
New York Time Zone
3 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Lake Murray gives Lexington its water, and the waterfalls ask for a drive. Hendricks Falls runs a mile and a half out and back, a moderate walk with 200 feet of climbing. Great Falls of Catawba, up in the northern Midlands, carries a two mile trail along the river. Cedar Falls is the easy one, half a mile with dogs welcome. Three falls in range, each its own day trip out of town.

Located at 33.9890°N, -81.2202°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Lexington

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

3 of 3 gauged

3 waterfalls near Lexington have live flow data today

Hendricks Falls Moderate

Updated 38 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Monday

Sunny · 68°F

Fri 87°F Sunny
Sat 65°F Chance Rain Showers
Sun 62°F Sunny
Mon 68°F Sunny Best
Tue 73°F Sunny
Wed 74°F Sunny
Thu 75°F Sunny

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

  1. 1 Hendricks Falls Moderate ยท 190 cfs 30th percentile

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All 3 Waterfalls Near Lexington

LiDAR terrain view around Hendricks Falls in South Carolina, about 37 feet of drop LiDAR

Hendricks Falls

41.4 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
1.5 miles 200 ft
Great Falls of Catawba waterfall

Great Falls of Catawba

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

Cedar Falls

49.6 miles away
South Carolina
Unknown
Unknown Unknown

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Lexington

Are there free waterfalls near Lexington?

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

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Lexington?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Lexington?

The shortest waterfall hike near Lexington is Great Falls of Catawba at 1.5 miles round trip.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Lexington?

Yes, 1 waterfall near Lexington has nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Lexington?

The closest waterfall to Lexington is Hendricks Falls, approximately 41.4 miles away.

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