Waterfall Hikes Near Watts Mills, SC

2,013 residents
New York Time Zone
11 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Watts Mills? There are 11 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Watts Mills. 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 34.5164°N, -81.9856°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Watts Mills

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

11 of 11 gauged

4 of 11 waterfalls near Watts Mills are flowing strongly today

Big Falls Moderate Bradley Falls Moderate Gordons Mill Falls Low Great Falls Barely Flowing Hendricks Falls Moderate Lower Falls Strong Reedy River Falls Strong Upper Falls Strong Pearsons Falls Strong Pelham Falls Moderate

Updated 28 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Sunday

Mostly Sunny · 92°F

Aft 94°F Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Wed 94°F Mostly Sunny
Thu 96°F Mostly Sunny
Fri 97°F Mostly Sunny
Sat 93°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 92°F Mostly Sunny Best
Mon 96°F Mostly Sunny

Flowing best right now near Watts Mills

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Lower Falls Strong · 72 cfs 89th percentile
  2. 2 Reedy River Falls Strong · 72 cfs 89th percentile
  3. 3 Upper Falls Strong · 72 cfs 89th percentile
  4. 4 Pearsons Falls Strong · 613 cfs 81st percentile
  5. 5 Pelham Falls Moderate · 69 cfs 59th percentile
  6. 6 Big Falls Moderate · 27 cfs 51st percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Watts Mills (2 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 Watts Mills (7 waterfalls)

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

Great Falls waterfall

Great Falls

38 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.5 miles 200 ft

Pelham Falls

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

Lower Falls

25.3 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 200 ft

All 11 Waterfalls Near Watts Mills

Gordons Mill Falls waterfall

Gordons Mill Falls

44.9 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

Hendricks Falls

33.3 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
1.5 miles 200 ft

Pelham Falls

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

Lower Falls

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

Reedy River Falls

25.2 miles away
South Carolina
Easy
0.8 miles 50 ft
Upper Falls waterfall

Upper Falls

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

Big Falls

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

Pearsons Falls

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

Bradley Falls

39.9 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Great Falls of Catawba waterfall

Great Falls of Catawba

27.9 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Watts Mills

Are there free waterfalls near Watts Mills?

There are 6 free waterfalls near Watts Mills, including Bradley Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Watts Mills?

There are 2 easy waterfall hikes near Watts Mills, including Pearsons Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Watts Mills?

There are 7 dog-friendly waterfalls near Watts Mills, including Bradley Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Watts Mills?

There are 6 kid-friendly waterfalls near Watts Mills, including Great Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Watts Mills?

The shortest waterfall hike near Watts Mills is Big Falls at 0.3 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Watts Mills?

The tallest waterfall near Watts Mills is Pearsons Falls at 90 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Watts Mills?

Yes, 7 waterfalls near Watts Mills have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Watts Mills?

The closest waterfall to Watts Mills is Gordons Mill Falls, approximately 9.3 miles away.

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