Waterfall Hikes Near Lake Secession, SC

1,246 residents
New York Time Zone
22 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Lake Secession? There are 22 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Lake Secession. 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 34.2821°N, -82.5904°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Lake Secession

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

22 of 22 gauged

22 waterfalls near Lake Secession have live flow data today

Bridal Veil Falls Barely Flowing Maidenhair Falls Barely Flowing Clearwater Falls Low Reedy Cove Falls Low Connestee Falls Low Gordons Mill Falls Barely Flowing Great Falls Barely Flowing High Falls Barely Flowing High Falls Barely Flowing Hooker Falls Barely Flowing Shoal Creek Falls Barely Flowing Triple Falls Barely Flowing Isaqueena Falls Barely Flowing Lower Falls Barely Flowing Reedy River Falls Barely Flowing Upper Falls Barely Flowing Pelham Falls Barely Flowing Rainbow Falls Moderate Rock Creek Falls Moderate Raven Cliff Falls Barely Flowing Slicking Falls Barely Flowing Toccoa Falls Moderate

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Tuesday

Sunny · 90°F

Aft 96°F Sunny
Sat 98°F Sunny
Sun 96°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Lab 87°F Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 90°F Sunny Best
Wed 92°F Sunny
Thu 95°F Sunny

Flowing best right now near Lake Secession

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Toccoa Falls Moderate · 39 cfs 34th percentile
  2. 2 Rock Creek Falls Moderate · 20 cfs 28th percentile
  3. 3 Rainbow Falls Moderate · 20 cfs 28th percentile
  4. 4 Pelham Falls Low · 29 cfs 16th percentile
  5. 5 Clearwater Falls Low · 15 cfs 13th percentile
  6. 6 Reedy Cove Falls Low · 15 cfs 13th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Lake Secession (5 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 Lake Secession (17 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
High Falls waterfall

High Falls

17.5 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Rainbow Falls waterfall

Rainbow Falls

37.4 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 22 Waterfalls Near Lake Secession

Great Falls waterfall

Great Falls

39.7 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.5 miles 200 ft
Reedy River Falls waterfall

Reedy River Falls

25 miles away
South Carolina
Easy
0.8 miles 50 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
High Falls waterfall

High Falls

17.5 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 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

Pelham Falls

16.9 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Bridal Veil Falls waterfall

Bridal Veil Falls

40.8 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
4.4 miles 300 ft
Reedy Cove Falls waterfall

Reedy Cove Falls

41.2 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
High Falls waterfall

High Falls

43.1 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft
Triple Falls waterfall

Triple Falls

43 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.9 miles 300 ft
Gordons Mill Falls waterfall

Gordons Mill Falls

41.1 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Hooker Falls waterfall

Hooker Falls

43.1 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
0.9 miles 50 ft
Shoal Creek Falls waterfall

Shoal Creek Falls

40.6 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Toccoa Falls waterfall

Toccoa Falls

40.4 miles away
Georgia
Easy
0.4 miles 200 ft
Isaqueena Falls waterfall

Isaqueena Falls

26.6 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Rock Creek Falls waterfall

Rock Creek Falls

37 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.5 miles 500 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Lake Secession

Are there free waterfalls near Lake Secession?

There are 13 free waterfalls near Lake Secession, including Bridal Veil Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Lake Secession?

There are 5 easy waterfall hikes near Lake Secession, including Connestee Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Lake Secession?

There are 17 dog-friendly waterfalls near Lake Secession, including Bridal Veil Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Lake Secession?

There are 18 kid-friendly waterfalls near Lake Secession, including Bridal Veil Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Lake Secession?

There are 2 waterfalls that allow swimming near Lake Secession, including Hooker Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Lake Secession?

The shortest waterfall hike near Lake Secession is Bridal Veil Falls at 0.2 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Lake Secession?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Lake Secession?

Yes, 19 waterfalls near Lake Secession have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Lake Secession?

The closest waterfall to Lake Secession is Great Falls, approximately 20.8 miles away.

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