Waterfall Hikes Near Piedmont, SC

5,510 residents
New York Time Zone
69 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Piedmont? There are 69 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Piedmont. 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 34.7074°N, -82.4651°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Piedmont

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

69 of 69 gauged

4 of 69 waterfalls near Piedmont are flowing strongly today

Bead and Lace Falls Moderate Big Bend Falls Moderate Kings Creek Falls Moderate Spoonauger Falls Moderate Big Falls Low Rainbow Falls Low Rock Creek Falls Low 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 Moderate Camp Minnehaha Falls Moderate Hickorynut Falls Moderate Rainbow Falls Moderate Toms Falls Moderate The Cascades Moderate Bridal Veil Falls Low Glencannon Falls Low High Falls Low Laughing Falls Low Looking Glass Falls Low Maidenhair Falls Low Slick Rock Falls Low Cascade Falls Barely Flowing Toccoa Falls Barely Flowing 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 Upper Vernal Falls Moderate Upper Falls Moderate Fairfield Falls Low Maidenhair Falls Low Slatten Falls Low Twin Falls Low Glen Falls Moderate Highlands Falls Moderate Satulah Falls Moderate Gordons Mill Falls Barely Flowing Great Falls Barely Flowing Hendricks Falls Moderate Hidden Falls Moderate Isaqueena Falls Moderate Sids Falls Moderate High Falls Barely Flowing High Falls Moderate Hooker Falls Moderate Pearsons Falls Moderate Shoal Creek Falls Moderate Turley 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 Stekoa Falls Low

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Sunday

Mostly Sunny · 95°F

Wed 95°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 96°F Mostly Sunny
Fri 98°F Mostly Sunny
Sat 95°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 95°F Mostly Sunny Best
Mon 99°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 96°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Piedmont

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 Lower Falls Strong · 44 cfs 76th percentile
  3. 3 Reedy River Falls Strong · 44 cfs 76th percentile
  4. 4 Upper Falls Strong · 44 cfs 76th percentile
  5. 5 Spoonauger Falls Moderate · 73 cfs 43rd percentile
  6. 6 Big Bend Falls Moderate · 73 cfs 43rd percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Piedmont (15 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 Piedmont (51 waterfalls)

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

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

Pelham Falls

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

High Falls

10.9 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Great Falls waterfall

Great Falls

38 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.5 miles 200 ft

All 69 Waterfalls Near Piedmont

Hendricks Falls

33.3 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
1.5 miles 200 ft
Satulah Falls waterfall

Satulah Falls

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

Upper Falls

12.3 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
3.3 miles 500 ft
Highlands Falls waterfall

Highlands Falls

45.5 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Dill Falls waterfall

Dill Falls

44.8 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Glen Falls waterfall

Glen Falls

4.7 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.0 miles 400 ft

Lower Vernal Falls

44.7 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Upper Vernal Falls

44.6 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Slatten Falls

10.4 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Piedmont

Are there free waterfalls near Piedmont?

There are 43 free waterfalls near Piedmont, including Bead and Lace Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Piedmont?

There are 15 easy waterfall hikes near Piedmont, including Connestee Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Piedmont?

There are 51 dog-friendly waterfalls near Piedmont, including Bead and Lace Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Piedmont?

There are 51 kid-friendly waterfalls near Piedmont, including Bead and Lace Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Piedmont?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Piedmont?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Piedmont?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Piedmont?

Yes, 66 waterfalls near Piedmont have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Piedmont?

The closest waterfall to Piedmont is Reedy River Falls, approximately 9.4 miles away.

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