Waterfall Hikes Near Central, SC

5,272 residents
New York Time Zone
81 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Central? There are 81 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Central. 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 34.7235°N, -82.7788°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Central

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

81 of 81 gauged

81 waterfalls near Central have live flow data today

Anna Ruby Falls Low Dukes Creek Falls Low Betsy Falls Moderate Fairfield Falls Moderate High Falls Moderate Maidenhair Falls Moderate Onion Cliff Falls Moderate Onion Falls Moderate Slatten Falls Moderate Twin Falls Moderate Thurston Hatcher Falls Moderate 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 Bradley Falls 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 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 Woodfin Falls Barely Flowing Upper Vernal Falls Barely Flowing Upper Falls Barely Flowing DeSoto Falls Low Helton Creek Falls Low High Water Falls Low Nottely Falls Low Estatoah Falls Low Wilson Falls Low Timpson Falls Low Gordons Mill Falls Barely Flowing 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 Barely Flowing Slicking Falls Barely Flowing Stekoa Falls Low

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Wednesday

Sunny · 90°F

Aft 96°F Sunny
Sat 98°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 95°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Lab 84°F Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 88°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers
Wed 90°F Sunny Best
Thu 94°F Sunny

Flowing best right now near Central

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Betsy Falls Moderate · 79 cfs 49th percentile
  2. 2 High Falls Moderate · 79 cfs 49th percentile
  3. 3 Maidenhair Falls Moderate · 79 cfs 49th percentile
  4. 4 Thurston Hatcher Falls Moderate · 79 cfs 49th percentile
  5. 5 Fairfield Falls Moderate · 79 cfs 49th percentile
  6. 6 Onion Cliff Falls Moderate · 79 cfs 49th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Central (19 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.

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

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

17.5 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
41.2 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
26.6 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
39.4 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
31.4 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.3 miles 300 ft

All 81 Waterfalls Near Central

17.5 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
24.6 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
41.2 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
26.6 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
39.4 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
31.4 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.3 miles 300 ft
49.4 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
0.6 miles 200 ft
25 miles away
South Carolina
Easy
0.8 miles 50 ft
25 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 200 ft
25 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
4.6 miles 800 ft
25.2 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 300 ft
45.2 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
0.2 miles 50 ft
39 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
4.0 miles 400 ft
9.7 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
3.5 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
27.1 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
33.8 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
4.5 miles 300 ft
19.5 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
3.1 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
3.9 miles 700 ft
27.7 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Central

Are there free waterfalls near Central?

There are 43 free waterfalls near Central, including Big Bend Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Central?

There are 19 easy waterfall hikes near Central, including Anna Ruby Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Central?

There are 54 dog-friendly waterfalls near Central, including Anna Ruby Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Central?

There are 56 kid-friendly waterfalls near Central, including Anna Ruby Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Central?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Central?

The shortest waterfall hike near Central is Anna Ruby Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Central?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Central?

Yes, 78 waterfalls near Central have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Central?

The closest waterfall to Central is High Falls, approximately 10.4 miles away.

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