Waterfall Hikes Near Donalds, SC

374 residents

New York Time Zone

16 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Donalds? There are 16 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Donalds. These trails range from easy to moderate difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.

Located at 34.3766°N, -82.3467°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Donalds

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

16 of 16 gauged

16 waterfalls near Donalds have live flow data today

Big Falls Moderate Rainbow Falls Moderate Rock Creek Falls Moderate Bradley Falls Barely Flowing Clearwater Falls Low Great Falls Low Hendricks Falls Barely Flowing High Falls Barely Flowing Lower Falls Barely Flowing Reedy River Falls Barely Flowing Upper Falls Barely Flowing Pearsons Falls Barely Flowing Pelham Falls Barely Flowing Raven Cliff Falls Low Slicking Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Wednesday

Mostly Sunny · 90°F

Aft 95°F Sunny

Sat 96°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Sun 93°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Lab 85°F Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Tue 88°F Mostly Sunny

Wed 90°F Mostly Sunny Best

Thu 93°F Sunny

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Donalds (2 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 Donalds (12 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

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

Pelham Falls

16.9 miles away

South Carolina

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

All 16 Waterfalls Near Donalds

Great Falls waterfall

Great Falls

39.7 miles away

South Carolina

Moderate

2.5 miles 200 ft

Lower Falls waterfall

Lower Falls

25 miles away

South Carolina

Moderate

2.4 miles 200 ft

Reedy River Falls waterfall

Reedy River Falls

25 miles away

South Carolina

Easy

0.8 miles 50 ft

Upper Falls waterfall

Upper Falls

25 miles away

South Carolina

Moderate

4.6 miles 800 ft

Pelham Falls

16.9 miles away

South Carolina

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Gordons Mill Falls waterfall

Gordons Mill Falls

41.1 miles away

South Carolina

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Hendricks Falls

48.9 miles away

South Carolina

Moderate

1.5 miles 200 ft

Big Falls waterfall

Big Falls

30.5 miles away

South Carolina

Moderate

2.0 miles 300 ft

Pearsons Falls waterfall

Pearsons Falls

45.6 miles away

North Carolina

Easy

0.3 miles 120 ft

High Falls waterfall

High Falls

17.5 miles away

South Carolina

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Bradley Falls waterfall

Bradley Falls

41.1 miles away

North Carolina

Moderate

2.0 miles 300 ft

Rock Creek Falls waterfall

Rock Creek Falls

37 miles away

North Carolina

Moderate

2.5 miles 500 ft

Rainbow Falls waterfall

Rainbow Falls

37.4 miles away

South Carolina

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Raven Cliff Falls waterfall

Raven Cliff Falls

39 miles away

South Carolina

Moderate

4.0 miles 400 ft

Clearwater Falls

24.6 miles away

South Carolina

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Slicking Falls waterfall

Slicking Falls

39.4 miles away

South Carolina

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Donalds

Are there free waterfalls near Donalds?

There are 8 free waterfalls near Donalds, including Bradley Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Donalds?

There are 2 easy waterfall hikes near Donalds, including Pearsons Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Donalds?

There are 12 dog-friendly waterfalls near Donalds, including Bradley Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Donalds?

There are 10 kid-friendly waterfalls near Donalds, including Great Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Donalds?

There is 1 waterfall that allows swimming near Donalds, including Slicking Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Donalds?

The shortest waterfall hike near Donalds is Big Falls at 0.3 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Donalds?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Donalds?

Yes, 13 waterfalls near Donalds have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Donalds?

The closest waterfall to Donalds is Great Falls, approximately 5.9 miles away.

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