Waterfall Hikes Near Mayo, SC

1,925 residents
New York Time Zone
37 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Mayo? There are 37 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Mayo. 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 35.0857°N, -81.8535°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Mayo

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

37 of 37 gauged

1 of 37 waterfalls near Mayo is flowing strongly today

Bead and Lace Falls Roaring Big Falls Low Rainbow Falls Low Rock Creek Falls Low 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 Crabtree Falls Barely Flowing Grassy Creek Falls Barely Flowing Murphy Falls Barely Flowing Upper Falls Barely Flowing Great Falls Barely Flowing Hendricks 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 Low Reedy Cove Falls Low Slicking Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Tuesday

Sunny · 92°F

Tod 92°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 92°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 93°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 92°F Sunny Best
Wed 94°F Sunny
Thu 96°F Sunny
Fri 97°F Sunny

Flowing best right now near Mayo

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Bead and Lace Falls Roaring · 931 cfs 98th percentile
  2. 2 Gordons Mill Falls Low · 47 cfs 22nd percentile
  3. 3 Reedy Cove Falls Low · 21 cfs 20th percentile
  4. 4 Raven Cliff Falls Low · 5 cfs 17th percentile
  5. 5 Big Falls Low · 26 cfs 11th percentile
  6. 6 Rock Creek Falls Low · 26 cfs 11th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Mayo (7 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.

Pearsons Falls waterfall

Pearsons Falls

45.2 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
0.3 miles 120 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Mayo (28 waterfalls)

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

Pelham Falls

10.4 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Bradley Falls waterfall

Bradley Falls

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

Rock Creek Falls

8.6 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.5 miles 500 ft

All 37 Waterfalls Near Mayo

Hooker Falls waterfall

Hooker Falls

13.7 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
0.9 miles 50 ft
Shoal Creek Falls waterfall

Shoal Creek Falls

13.9 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Toms Falls waterfall

Toms Falls

23.1 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Hendricks Falls

45.2 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
1.5 miles 200 ft

Turley Falls

15.2 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Connestee Falls waterfall

Connestee Falls

26.4 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
0.2 miles 50 ft
Maidenhair Falls waterfall

Maidenhair Falls

16.8 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Glencannon Falls

18 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Reedy Cove Falls waterfall

Reedy Cove Falls

18.2 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Laughing Falls waterfall

Laughing Falls

31.5 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Catheys Creek Falls waterfall

Catheys Creek Falls

32.5 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Grassy Creek Falls waterfall

Grassy Creek Falls

12.8 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Upper Falls waterfall

Upper Falls

13.7 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
3.3 miles 500 ft
Looking Glass Falls waterfall

Looking Glass Falls

33.2 miles away
North Carolina
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
Great Falls waterfall

Great Falls

31.1 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.5 miles 200 ft
Crabtree Falls waterfall

Crabtree Falls

14.9 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.5 miles 500 ft

Murphy Falls

42.4 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
4.0 miles 300 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Mayo

Are there free waterfalls near Mayo?

There are 24 free waterfalls near Mayo, including Bead and Lace Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Mayo?

There are 7 easy waterfall hikes near Mayo, including Connestee Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Mayo?

There are 28 dog-friendly waterfalls near Mayo, including Bead and Lace Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Mayo?

There are 27 kid-friendly waterfalls near Mayo, including Bead and Lace Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Mayo?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Mayo?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Mayo?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Mayo?

Yes, 34 waterfalls near Mayo have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Mayo?

The closest waterfall to Mayo is Gordons Mill Falls, approximately 24.1 miles away.

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