Waterfall Hikes Near Southern Shops, SC

3,856 residents
New_York Time Zone
42 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Southern Shops? There are 42 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Southern Shops. 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 34.9846°N, -81.9934°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Southern Shops

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

42 of 42 gauged

1 of 42 waterfalls near Southern Shops is flowing strongly today

Bead and Lace Falls Moderate Big Falls Barely Flowing Rainbow Falls Barely Flowing Rock Creek Falls Barely Flowing Bird Rock Falls Moderate Catheys Creek Falls Moderate Connestee Falls Moderate Rainbow Falls Moderate Windy Falls Moderate Whitewater Falls Moderate Toxaway Falls Moderate Bradley Falls Barely Flowing Camp Minnehaha Falls Barely Flowing Hickorynut Falls Barely Flowing Rainbow Falls Barely Flowing Toms Falls Barely Flowing The Cascades Barely Flowing Bridal Veil Falls Low Glencannon Falls Low High Falls Low Laughing Falls Low Looking Glass Falls Low Maidenhair Falls Low Slick Rock Falls Low Clearwater Falls Moderate Reedy Cove Falls Moderate Gordons Mill Falls Moderate Great Falls Moderate Hendricks Falls Moderate 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 Roaring Slicking Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Tuesday

Sunny · 75°F

Aft 74°F Slight Chance Rain Showers
Tue 75°F Sunny Best
Wed 78°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 75°F Sunny
Fri 78°F Sunny
Sat 86°F Sunny
Sun 89°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Southern Shops (11 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

35.3 miles away
South Carolina
Easy
0.8 miles 50 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Southern Shops (31 waterfalls)

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

Pelham Falls waterfall CC

Pelham Falls

31.7 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Upper Falls waterfall

Upper Falls

35.3 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
4.6 miles 800 ft
Lower Falls waterfall

Lower Falls

35.3 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 200 ft

All 42 Waterfalls Near Southern Shops

Pelham Falls waterfall CC

Pelham Falls

31.7 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Upper Falls waterfall

Upper Falls

35.3 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
4.6 miles 800 ft
Lower Falls waterfall

Lower Falls

35.3 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 200 ft
Reedy River Falls waterfall

Reedy River Falls

35.3 miles away
South Carolina
Easy
0.8 miles 50 ft
Gordons Mill Falls waterfall

Gordons Mill Falls

22.1 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Big Falls waterfall

Big Falls

17.8 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Pearsons Falls waterfall

Pearsons Falls

18.2 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
0.3 miles 120 ft
Bradley Falls waterfall

Bradley Falls

18.1 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Rock Creek Falls waterfall

Rock Creek Falls

22 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.5 miles 500 ft
Rainbow Falls waterfall

Rainbow Falls

41.5 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Hickorynut Falls waterfall

Hickorynut Falls

4.8 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
1.4 miles 200 ft
Rainbow Falls waterfall

Rainbow Falls

5.7 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
3.9 miles 700 ft
Raven Cliff Falls waterfall

Raven Cliff Falls

16.9 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
4.0 miles 400 ft
Slicking Falls waterfall

Slicking Falls

29.4 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
The Cascades waterfall

The Cascades

5.6 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Camp Minnehaha Falls waterfall

Camp Minnehaha Falls

49.2 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Bridal Veil Falls waterfall

Bridal Veil Falls

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

Reedy Cove Falls

39.4 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
Triple Falls waterfall

Triple Falls

4.5 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.9 miles 300 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Southern Shops

Are there free waterfalls near Southern Shops?

There are 23 free waterfalls near Southern Shops, including Bead and Lace Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Southern Shops?

There are 11 easy waterfall hikes near Southern Shops, including Connestee Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Southern Shops?

There are 31 dog-friendly waterfalls near Southern Shops, including Bead and Lace Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Southern Shops?

There are 30 kid-friendly waterfalls near Southern Shops, including Bead and Lace Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Southern Shops?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Southern Shops?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Southern Shops?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Southern Shops?

Yes, 39 waterfalls near Southern Shops have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Southern Shops?

The closest waterfall to Southern Shops is Pelham Falls, approximately 16.0 miles away.

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