Waterfall Hikes Near Anderson, SC

29,345 residents

New York Time Zone

61 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Anderson? There are 61 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Anderson. 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 34.5211°N, -82.6478°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Anderson

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

61 of 61 gauged

61 waterfalls near Anderson have live flow data today

Big Bend Falls Barely Flowing Kings Creek Falls Barely Flowing Spoonauger Falls Barely Flowing Big Falls Moderate Rainbow Falls Moderate Rock Creek Falls Moderate Bird Rock Falls Low Catheys Creek Falls Low Connestee Falls Low Dismal Falls Low Rainbow Falls Low Schoolhouse Falls Low Windy Falls Low Whitewater Falls Low Upper Falls Low Toxaway Falls Low 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 Cascade Falls Moderate Toccoa Falls Moderate 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 Fairfield Falls Moderate Maidenhair Falls Moderate Twin Falls Moderate Glen Falls Barely Flowing Highlands Falls Barely Flowing Satulah Falls Barely Flowing Gordons Mill Falls Barely Flowing Great Falls Barely Flowing Hendricks 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 Barely Flowing Slicking Falls Barely Flowing Stekoa Falls Low

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Tuesday

Sunny · 89°F

Tod 96°F Sunny

Sat 98°F Sunny

Sun 95°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Lab 86°F Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Tue 89°F Sunny Best

Wed 92°F Sunny

Thu 95°F Sunny

Flowing best right now near Anderson

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Anderson (14 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 miles away

South Carolina

Easy

0.8 miles 50 ft

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

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

Great Falls waterfall

Great Falls

39.7 miles away

South Carolina

Moderate

2.5 miles 200 ft

High Falls waterfall

High Falls

17.5 miles away

South Carolina

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Lower Falls waterfall

Lower Falls

25 miles away

South Carolina

Moderate

2.4 miles 200 ft

Upper Falls waterfall

Upper Falls

25 miles away

South Carolina

Moderate

4.6 miles 800 ft

Raven Cliff Falls waterfall

Raven Cliff Falls

39 miles away

South Carolina

Moderate

4.0 miles 400 ft

All 61 Waterfalls Near Anderson

Upper Vernal Falls

0.1 miles away

North Carolina

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Anderson

Are there free waterfalls near Anderson?

There are 36 free waterfalls near Anderson, including Big Bend Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Anderson?

There are 14 easy waterfall hikes near Anderson, including Connestee Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Anderson?

There are 44 dog-friendly waterfalls near Anderson, including Big Bend Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Anderson?

There are 45 kid-friendly waterfalls near Anderson, including Big Bend Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Anderson?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Anderson?

The shortest waterfall hike near Anderson is Big Bend Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Anderson?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Anderson?

Yes, 58 waterfalls near Anderson have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Anderson?

The closest waterfall to Anderson is Great Falls, approximately 23.1 miles away.

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