Waterfall Hikes Near Pickens, SC

3,374 residents
New York Time Zone
82 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Pickens? There are 82 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

82 of 82 gauged

82 waterfalls near Pickens have live flow data today

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

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Tuesday

Sunny · 92°F

Sat 91°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 92°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 93°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 92°F Sunny Best
Wed 94°F Sunny
Thu 95°F Sunny
Fri 96°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Pickens

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Soco Falls Moderate · 328 cfs 51st percentile
  2. 2 Betsy Falls Moderate · 72 cfs 38th percentile
  3. 3 Thurston Hatcher Falls Moderate · 72 cfs 38th percentile
  4. 4 Fairfield Falls Moderate · 72 cfs 38th percentile
  5. 5 High Falls Moderate · 72 cfs 38th percentile
  6. 6 Maidenhair Falls Moderate · 72 cfs 38th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Pickens (19 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.

26.4 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
0.2 miles 50 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Pickens (56 waterfalls)

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

25.3 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
18.2 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
7.1 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
28.6 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
4.0 miles 400 ft

All 82 Waterfalls Near Pickens

35.5 miles away
North Carolina
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
33.8 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Pickens

Are there free waterfalls near Pickens?

There are 48 free waterfalls near Pickens, including Bead and Lace Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Pickens?

There are 19 easy waterfall hikes near Pickens, including Connestee Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Pickens?

There are 56 dog-friendly waterfalls near Pickens, including Bead and Lace Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Pickens?

There are 58 kid-friendly waterfalls near Pickens, including Bead and Lace 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 Bead and Lace 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, 79 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.