Waterfall Hikes Near Pickens, SC

3,374 residents
New York Time Zone
85 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Pickens? There are 85 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Pickens. 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 34.8856°N, -82.7104°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Pickens

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

85 of 85 gauged

18 of 85 waterfalls near Pickens are flowing strongly today

Anna Ruby Falls Low Berties Falls Barely Flowing Betsy Falls Roaring Fairfield Falls Roaring High Falls Roaring Maidenhair Falls Roaring Onion Cliff Falls Roaring Onion Falls Roaring Slatten Falls Roaring Twin Falls Roaring Thurston Hatcher Falls Roaring Big Bend Falls Moderate Kings Creek Falls Moderate Spoonauger Falls Moderate Big Falls Moderate Rainbow Falls Moderate Rock Creek Falls Moderate Bird Rock Falls Low Catheys Creek Falls Low Connestee Falls Low Dismal Falls Low Rainbow Falls Low Schoolhouse Falls Low Windy Falls Low Whitewater Falls Low Upper Falls Low Toxaway Falls Low Bradley Falls Moderate Camp Minnehaha Falls Moderate Hickorynut Falls Moderate Rainbow Falls Moderate Toms Falls Moderate The Cascades Moderate Bridal Veil Falls Moderate Glencannon Falls Moderate High Falls Moderate Laughing Falls Moderate Looking Glass Falls Moderate Maidenhair Falls Moderate Slick Rock Falls Moderate Bridal Veil Falls Moderate Burningtown Falls Moderate Cullasaja Falls Moderate Dry Falls Moderate Glen Falls Moderate Highlands Falls Moderate Satulah Falls Moderate Cascade Falls Low Toccoa Falls Low Clearwater Falls Barely Flowing Lower Falls Barely Flowing Reedy Cove Falls Barely Flowing Courthouse Falls Moderate Dill Falls Moderate Lower Vernal Falls Moderate Second Falls Moderate Yellowstone Falls Moderate Woodfin Falls Moderate Upper Vernal Falls Moderate Upper Falls Moderate Estatoah Falls Barely Flowing Wilson Falls Barely Flowing Timpson Falls Barely Flowing Great Falls Barely Flowing Haynes Falls Low Hidden Falls Moderate Isaqueena Falls Moderate Sids Falls Moderate High Falls Barely Flowing High Falls Roaring Hooker Falls Roaring Pearsons Falls Roaring Shoal Creek Falls Roaring Turley Falls Roaring Triple Falls Roaring Lower Falls Roaring Reedy River Falls Roaring Upper Falls Roaring Pelham Falls Moderate Raven Cliff Falls Moderate Slicking Falls Moderate Stekoa Falls Low Soco Falls Moderate

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Friday

Mostly Sunny · 97°F

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

Flowing best right now near Pickens

Updated about 3 hours ago

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

  1. 1 High Falls Roaring · 790 cfs 96th percentile
  2. 2 Betsy Falls Roaring · 790 cfs 96th percentile
  3. 3 Maidenhair Falls Roaring · 790 cfs 96th percentile
  4. 4 Thurston Hatcher Falls Roaring · 790 cfs 96th percentile
  5. 5 Fairfield Falls Roaring · 790 cfs 96th percentile
  6. 6 Onion Cliff Falls Roaring · 790 cfs 96th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Pickens (20 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.

12.9 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
0.2 miles 50 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Pickens (58 waterfalls)

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

31.6 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
16.4 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
10.9 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
27 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
4.0 miles 400 ft

All 85 Waterfalls Near Pickens

47.2 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
5.3 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
15.2 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
4.5 miles 300 ft
26.9 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
26.4 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
3.9 miles 700 ft
47.7 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
26.5 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
0.6 miles 150 ft
9.9 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
44.5 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
4 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
42.8 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
8 miles away
North Carolina
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
28.3 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
30.4 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
1.0 miles 150 ft
8.1 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft
45.6 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.5 miles 500 ft
31.2 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
31.6 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
2.5 miles 200 ft
31.7 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
45.9 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
4.0 miles 500 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Pickens

Are there free waterfalls near Pickens?

There are 49 free waterfalls near Pickens, including Bead and Lace Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Pickens?

There are 20 easy waterfall hikes near Pickens, including Anna Ruby Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Pickens?

There are 58 dog-friendly waterfalls near Pickens, including Anna Ruby Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Pickens?

There are 60 kid-friendly waterfalls near Pickens, including Anna Ruby Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Pickens?

There are 4 waterfalls that allow swimming near Pickens, including Courthouse Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Pickens?

The shortest waterfall hike near Pickens is Anna Ruby Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Pickens?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Pickens?

Yes, 82 waterfalls near Pickens have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Pickens?

The closest waterfall to Pickens is Clearwater Falls, approximately 8.9 miles away.

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