Waterfall Hikes Near Welcome, SC

7,153 residents
New York Time Zone
77 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Welcome? There are 77 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Welcome. 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 34.8203°N, -82.4600°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Welcome

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

77 of 77 gauged

10 of 77 waterfalls near Welcome are flowing strongly today

Bead and Lace Falls Roaring Betsy Falls Strong Fairfield Falls Strong High Falls Strong Maidenhair Falls Strong Onion Cliff Falls Strong Onion Falls Strong Slatten Falls Strong Twin Falls Strong Thurston Hatcher Falls Strong Big Bend Falls Barely Flowing Kings Creek Falls Barely Flowing Spoonauger Falls Barely Flowing 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 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 Barely Flowing Glencannon Falls Barely Flowing High Falls Barely Flowing Laughing Falls Barely Flowing Looking Glass Falls Barely Flowing Maidenhair Falls Barely Flowing Slick Rock Falls Barely Flowing Bridal Veil Falls Barely Flowing Cullasaja Falls Barely Flowing Dry Falls Barely Flowing Glen Falls Barely Flowing Highlands Falls Barely Flowing Satulah Falls Barely Flowing Cascade Falls Low Toccoa Falls Low Clearwater Falls Low Lower Falls Low Reedy Cove Falls Low Courthouse Falls Barely Flowing Dill Falls Barely Flowing Lower Vernal Falls Barely Flowing Second Falls Barely Flowing Yellowstone Falls Barely Flowing Upper Vernal Falls Barely Flowing Upper Falls Barely Flowing Estatoah Falls Barely Flowing Gordons Mill Falls Low Great Falls Barely Flowing Hidden Falls Barely Flowing Isaqueena Falls Barely Flowing Sids Falls Barely Flowing High Falls Barely Flowing High Falls Barely Flowing Hooker Falls Barely Flowing Pearsons Falls Barely Flowing Shoal Creek Falls Barely Flowing Turley Falls Barely Flowing Triple Falls Barely Flowing Lower Falls Barely Flowing Reedy River Falls Barely Flowing Upper Falls Barely Flowing Pelham Falls Barely Flowing Raven Cliff Falls Low Slicking Falls Barely Flowing Stekoa Falls Barely Flowing

Updated 19 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Thursday

Sunny · 96°F

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

Flowing best right now near Welcome

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Bead and Lace Falls Roaring · 931 cfs 98th percentile
  2. 2 Betsy Falls Strong · 794 cfs 87th percentile
  3. 3 High Falls Strong · 794 cfs 87th percentile
  4. 4 Maidenhair Falls Strong · 794 cfs 87th percentile
  5. 5 Onion Cliff Falls Strong · 794 cfs 87th percentile
  6. 6 Onion Falls Strong · 794 cfs 87th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Welcome (18 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.

3.2 miles away
South Carolina
Easy
0.8 miles 50 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Welcome (54 waterfalls)

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

3.2 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 200 ft
3.2 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
4.6 miles 800 ft
10.4 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
7.1 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 77 Waterfalls Near Welcome

3.2 miles away
South Carolina
Easy
0.8 miles 50 ft
3.2 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 200 ft
3.2 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
4.6 miles 800 ft
10.4 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
10.5 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
7.1 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
8.6 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.5 miles 500 ft
8.9 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
28.6 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
4.0 miles 400 ft
21.4 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
25.3 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
12.4 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
4.4 miles 300 ft
45.2 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
0.3 miles 120 ft
18.2 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
12.9 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft
13.3 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.9 miles 300 ft
13.7 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
0.9 miles 50 ft
13.9 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
15.2 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
26.4 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
0.2 miles 50 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Welcome

Are there free waterfalls near Welcome?

There are 47 free waterfalls near Welcome, including Bead and Lace Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Welcome?

There are 18 easy waterfall hikes near Welcome, including Connestee Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Welcome?

There are 54 dog-friendly waterfalls near Welcome, including Bead and Lace Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Welcome?

There are 56 kid-friendly waterfalls near Welcome, including Bead and Lace Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Welcome?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Welcome?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Welcome?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Welcome?

Yes, 74 waterfalls near Welcome have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Welcome?

The closest waterfall to Welcome is Reedy River Falls, approximately 3.7 miles away.