Waterfall Hikes Near Saxon, SC

4,171 residents

New York Time Zone

45 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Saxon? There are 45 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Saxon. 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 34.9616°N, -81.9713°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Saxon

Today's Conditions

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Water Flow

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1 of 45 waterfalls near Saxon is flowing strongly today

Bead and Lace Falls Moderate Big Bend Falls Barely Flowing Kings Creek Falls Barely Flowing Spoonauger Falls Barely Flowing Big Falls Moderate Rainbow Falls Moderate Rock Creek Falls Moderate Bradley Falls Moderate Camp Minnehaha Falls Moderate Hickorynut Falls Moderate Rainbow Falls Moderate Toms Falls Moderate The Cascades Moderate Bridal Veil Falls Barely Flowing Glencannon Falls Barely Flowing Laughing Falls Barely Flowing Maidenhair Falls Barely Flowing Catheys Creek Falls Barely Flowing Connestee Falls Barely Flowing Rainbow Falls Barely Flowing Windy Falls Barely Flowing Whitewater Falls Barely Flowing Upper Falls Barely Flowing Toxaway Falls Barely Flowing Clearwater Falls Barely Flowing Lower Falls Barely Flowing Reedy Cove Falls Barely Flowing Gordons Mill Falls Moderate Grassy Creek Falls Barely Flowing Upper Falls Barely Flowing Great Falls Moderate Hendricks Falls Roaring High Falls Moderate High Falls Moderate Hooker Falls Moderate Pearsons Falls Moderate Shoal Creek Falls Moderate Turley Falls Moderate Triple Falls Moderate Lower Falls Moderate Reedy River Falls Moderate Upper Falls Moderate Pelham Falls Moderate Raven Cliff Falls Moderate Slicking Falls Barely Flowing

Updated 27 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Monday

Sunny · 89°F

Mon 89°F Sunny Best

Tue 89°F Sunny

Wed 90°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Thu 87°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Fri 87°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Sat 87°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Sun 89°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Saxon (8 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

15.6 miles away

South Carolina

Easy

0.8 miles 50 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Saxon (34 waterfalls)

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

Pelham Falls

8.4 miles away

South Carolina

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Upper Falls waterfall

Upper Falls

31.3 miles away

South Carolina

Moderate

4.6 miles 800 ft

Lower Falls waterfall

Lower Falls

15.6 miles away

South Carolina

Moderate

2.4 miles 200 ft

All 45 Waterfalls Near Saxon

Pelham Falls

8.4 miles away

South Carolina

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Gordons Mill Falls waterfall

Gordons Mill Falls

40.1 miles away

South Carolina

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Upper Falls waterfall

Upper Falls

31.3 miles away

South Carolina

Moderate

4.6 miles 800 ft

Lower Falls waterfall

Lower Falls

15.6 miles away

South Carolina

Moderate

2.4 miles 200 ft

Reedy River Falls waterfall

Reedy River Falls

15.6 miles away

South Carolina

Easy

0.8 miles 50 ft

Big Falls waterfall

Big Falls

30.8 miles away

South Carolina

Moderate

2.0 miles 300 ft

Pearsons Falls waterfall

Pearsons Falls

31 miles away

North Carolina

Easy

0.3 miles 120 ft

Bradley Falls waterfall

Bradley Falls

31.7 miles away

North Carolina

Moderate

2.0 miles 300 ft

Rock Creek Falls waterfall

Rock Creek Falls

37.4 miles away

North Carolina

Moderate

2.5 miles 500 ft

Rainbow Falls waterfall

Rainbow Falls

37.7 miles away

South Carolina

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Hickorynut Falls waterfall

Hickorynut Falls

15.8 miles away

North Carolina

Easy

1.4 miles 200 ft

Rainbow Falls waterfall

Rainbow Falls

16.4 miles away

North Carolina

Moderate

3.9 miles 700 ft

Raven Cliff Falls waterfall

Raven Cliff Falls

29.1 miles away

South Carolina

Moderate

4.0 miles 400 ft

Slicking Falls waterfall

Slicking Falls

25.1 miles away

South Carolina

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

The Cascades waterfall

The Cascades

13.9 miles away

North Carolina

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Camp Minnehaha Falls waterfall

Camp Minnehaha Falls

14.5 miles away

North Carolina

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Hendricks Falls

34.8 miles away

South Carolina

Moderate

1.5 miles 200 ft

Bridal Veil Falls waterfall

Bridal Veil Falls

3.5 miles away

North Carolina

Moderate

4.4 miles 300 ft

Reedy Cove Falls waterfall

Reedy Cove Falls

17.2 miles away

South Carolina

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

High Falls waterfall

High Falls

34.2 miles away

North Carolina

Easy

1.2 miles 200 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Saxon

Are there free waterfalls near Saxon?

There are 28 free waterfalls near Saxon, including Bead and Lace Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Saxon?

There are 8 easy waterfall hikes near Saxon, including Connestee Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Saxon?

There are 34 dog-friendly waterfalls near Saxon, including Bead and Lace Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Saxon?

There are 33 kid-friendly waterfalls near Saxon, including Bead and Lace Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Saxon?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Saxon?

The shortest waterfall hike near Saxon is Bead and Lace Falls at 0.2 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Saxon?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Saxon?

Yes, 42 waterfalls near Saxon have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Saxon?

The closest waterfall to Saxon is Pelham Falls, approximately 15.8 miles away.

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