Waterfall Hikes Near Startex, SC

553 residents
New York Time Zone
59 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Startex? There are 59 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Startex. 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 34.9305°N, -82.0942°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Startex

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

59 of 59 gauged

4 of 59 waterfalls near Startex 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 Blue Sea Falls Moderate Crabtree Falls Moderate Crystal Falls Moderate Grassy Creek Falls Moderate Mitchell Falls Moderate Murphy Falls Moderate Roaring Spout Falls Moderate Upper Falls Moderate 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 Clearwater Falls Barely Flowing Lower Falls Barely Flowing Reedy Cove Falls Barely Flowing Gordons Mill Falls Barely Flowing Great Falls Barely Flowing Hendricks Falls Moderate Hidden Falls Moderate Isaqueena 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

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Thursday

Mostly Sunny · 96°F

Wed 94°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 96°F Mostly Sunny Best
Fri 97°F Mostly Sunny
Sat 94°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 94°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 98°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 95°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Startex

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 Upper Falls Strong · 44 cfs 76th percentile
  4. 4 Reedy River 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 Startex (12 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
Pearsons Falls waterfall

Pearsons Falls

39.1 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
0.3 miles 120 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Startex (44 waterfalls)

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

Pelham Falls

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

Upper Falls

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

Lower Falls

25.3 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 200 ft

All 59 Waterfalls Near Startex

High Falls waterfall

High Falls

29.6 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft
Triple Falls waterfall

Triple Falls

6.4 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.9 miles 300 ft

Bead and Lace Falls

5.9 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Hooker Falls waterfall

Hooker Falls

6.5 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
0.9 miles 50 ft
Shoal Creek Falls waterfall

Shoal Creek Falls

4 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Toms Falls waterfall

Toms Falls

7.2 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Turley Falls

29.8 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Connestee Falls waterfall

Connestee Falls

12.9 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
0.2 miles 50 ft
Maidenhair Falls waterfall

Maidenhair Falls

3.9 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Glencannon Falls

31.4 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Whitewater Falls waterfall

Whitewater Falls

21.6 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
0.6 miles 200 ft
High Falls waterfall

High Falls

10.9 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Hendricks Falls

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

Lower Falls

23.9 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 300 ft
Laughing Falls waterfall

Laughing Falls

5.3 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Windy Falls waterfall

Windy Falls

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

Upper Falls

47.2 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Big Bend Falls waterfall

Big Bend Falls

15.2 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
4.5 miles 300 ft
Catheys Creek Falls waterfall

Catheys Creek Falls

26.9 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Hidden Falls waterfall

Hidden Falls

39.7 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.3 miles 300 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Startex

Are there free waterfalls near Startex?

There are 37 free waterfalls near Startex, including Bead and Lace Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Startex?

There are 12 easy waterfall hikes near Startex, including Connestee Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Startex?

There are 44 dog-friendly waterfalls near Startex, including Bead and Lace Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Startex?

There are 43 kid-friendly waterfalls near Startex, including Bead and Lace Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Startex?

There are 3 waterfalls that allow swimming near Startex, including Hooker Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Startex?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Startex?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Startex?

Yes, 56 waterfalls near Startex have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Startex?

The closest waterfall to Startex is Pelham Falls, approximately 9.1 miles away.

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