Waterfall Hikes Near York, SC

8,534 residents
New York Time Zone
5 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near York? There are 5 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of York. These trails range from moderate to moderate difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.

Located at 34.9967°N, -81.2341°W

Map of Waterfalls Near York

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

5 of 5 gauged

1 of 5 waterfalls near York is flowing strongly today

Gordons Mill Falls Barely Flowing Hendricks Falls Moderate Pelham Falls Roaring

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Thursday

Mostly Sunny · 96°F

Wed 94°F Mostly Sunny
Thu 96°F Mostly Sunny Best
Fri 97°F Mostly Sunny
Sat 92°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 93°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 98°F Sunny
Tue 94°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near York

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 Hendricks Falls Moderate · 179 cfs 29th percentile
  3. 3 Gordons Mill Falls Low · 42 cfs 10th percentile

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🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around York (2 waterfalls)

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

Cedar Falls waterfall

Cedar Falls

34.1 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Pelham Falls

42.8 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 5 Waterfalls Near York

Great Falls of Catawba waterfall

Great Falls of Catawba

27.9 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Hendricks Falls

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

Cedar Falls

34.1 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Gordons Mill Falls waterfall

Gordons Mill Falls

44.9 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Pelham Falls

42.8 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near York

Are there free waterfalls near York?

There are 3 free waterfalls near York, including Cedar Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in York?

There are 2 dog-friendly waterfalls near York, including Cedar Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near York?

There are 2 kid-friendly waterfalls near York, including Cedar Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near York?

The shortest waterfall hike near York is Cedar Falls at 1.5 miles round trip.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around York?

Yes, 3 waterfalls near York have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to York?

The closest waterfall to York is Great Falls of Catawba, approximately 35.5 miles away.

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