Waterfall Hikes Near Buford, SC

523 residents
New York Time Zone
4 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Buford? There are 4 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Buford. 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 34.7480°N, -80.6285°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Buford

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

4 of 4 gauged

4 waterfalls near Buford have live flow data today

Cockers Falls Barely Flowing Gordons Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Tuesday

Sunny · 88°F

Aft 95°F Sunny
Sat 99°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 91°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Lab 86°F Chance Rain Showers then Partly Sunny
Tue 88°F Sunny Best
Wed 91°F Sunny
Thu 95°F Sunny

Flowing best right now near Buford

Updated about 3 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Cockers Falls Moderate · 2770 cfs 37th percentile
  2. 2 Gordons Falls Barely Flowing · 2350 cfs 0th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Buford (1 waterfall)

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.

Gordons Falls

18 miles away
South Carolina
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Buford (1 waterfall)

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

Cedar Falls waterfall

Cedar Falls

16.6 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 4 Waterfalls Near Buford

Cedar Falls waterfall

Cedar Falls

16.6 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Great Falls of Catawba waterfall

Great Falls of Catawba

25.6 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Gordons Falls

18 miles away
South Carolina
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft

Cockers Falls

26 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Buford

Are there free waterfalls near Buford?

There is 1 free waterfall near Buford, including Cedar Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Buford?

There is 1 easy waterfall hike near Buford, including Gordons Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Buford?

There is 1 dog-friendly waterfall near Buford, including Cedar Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Buford?

There is 1 kid-friendly waterfall near Buford, including Cedar Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Buford?

The shortest waterfall hike near Buford is Cedar Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

What is the closest waterfall to Buford?

The closest waterfall to Buford is Cedar Falls, approximately 12.5 miles away.

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