Waterfall Hikes Near Pauline, SC

229 residents
New York Time Zone
26 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Pauline? There are 26 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Pauline. These trails range from easy to moderate difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.

Located at 34.8321°N, -81.8693°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Pauline

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

26 of 26 gauged

4 of 26 waterfalls near Pauline are flowing strongly today

Bead and Lace Falls Moderate Big Falls Low Rainbow Falls Low Rock Creek Falls Low Bradley Falls Moderate Camp Minnehaha Falls Moderate Hickorynut Falls Moderate Rainbow Falls Moderate The Cascades Moderate Bridal Veil Falls Low Clearwater Falls Barely Flowing Reedy Cove Falls Barely Flowing Gordons Mill Falls Barely Flowing Great Falls Barely Flowing Hendricks Falls Moderate High Falls Barely Flowing High Falls Moderate Hooker Falls Moderate Pearsons Falls Moderate Triple Falls Moderate Lower Falls Strong Reedy River Falls Strong Upper Falls Strong Pelham Falls Roaring Raven Cliff Falls Barely Flowing Slicking Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Thursday

Sunny · 96°F

Aft 95°F Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Wed 94°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 96°F Sunny Best
Fri 97°F Mostly Sunny
Sat 94°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 94°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 99°F Sunny

Flowing best right now near Pauline

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Pelham Falls Roaring · 111 cfs 90th percentile
  2. 2 Upper Falls Strong · 44 cfs 76th percentile
  3. 3 Reedy River Falls Strong · 44 cfs 76th percentile
  4. 4 Lower Falls Strong · 44 cfs 76th percentile
  5. 5 Triple Falls Moderate · 513 cfs 41st percentile
  6. 6 Pearsons Falls Moderate · 513 cfs 41st percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Pauline (5 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

25.2 miles away
South Carolina
Easy
0.8 miles 50 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Pauline (21 waterfalls)

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

Pelham Falls

42.8 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Lower Falls waterfall

Lower Falls

25.3 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 200 ft
Upper Falls waterfall

Upper Falls

25.3 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
4.6 miles 800 ft

All 26 Waterfalls Near Pauline

Bridal Veil Falls waterfall

Bridal Veil Falls

32.2 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
4.4 miles 300 ft
Reedy Cove Falls waterfall

Reedy Cove Falls

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

High Falls

29.6 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft
Triple Falls waterfall

Triple Falls

6.4 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.9 miles 300 ft

Bead and Lace Falls

5.9 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Hooker Falls waterfall

Hooker Falls

6.5 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
0.9 miles 50 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Pauline

Are there free waterfalls near Pauline?

There are 17 free waterfalls near Pauline, including Bead and Lace Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Pauline?

There are 5 easy waterfall hikes near Pauline, including Hickorynut Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Pauline?

There are 21 dog-friendly waterfalls near Pauline, including Bead and Lace Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Pauline?

There are 19 kid-friendly waterfalls near Pauline, including Bead and Lace Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Pauline?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Pauline?

The shortest waterfall hike near Pauline is Bead and Lace Falls at 0.3 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Pauline?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Pauline?

Yes, 23 waterfalls near Pauline have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Pauline?

The closest waterfall to Pauline is Gordons Mill Falls, approximately 12.3 miles away.

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