Waterfall Hikes Near Mayo, SC

1,925 residents
New York Time Zone
44 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Mayo? There are 44 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Mayo. 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 35.0857°N, -81.8535°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Mayo

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

44 of 44 gauged

44 waterfalls near Mayo have live flow data today

Bead and Lace Falls Barely Flowing Big Falls Low Rainbow Falls Low Rock Creek Falls Low Bird Rock Falls Low Catheys Creek Falls Low Connestee Falls Low Rainbow Falls Low Windy Falls Low Whitewater Falls Low Toxaway Falls Low Bradley Falls Barely Flowing Camp Minnehaha Falls Barely Flowing Hickorynut Falls Barely Flowing Rainbow Falls Barely Flowing Toms Falls Barely Flowing The Cascades Barely Flowing Bridal Veil Falls Barely Flowing Glencannon Falls Barely Flowing Laughing Falls Barely Flowing Looking Glass Falls Barely Flowing Maidenhair Falls Barely Flowing Crabtree Falls Barely Flowing Crystal Falls Barely Flowing Grassy Creek Falls Barely Flowing Murphy Falls Barely Flowing Upper Falls Barely Flowing Gordons Mill Falls Barely Flowing Great Falls Barely Flowing Hendricks 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 Linville Falls Barely Flowing Lower Falls Barely Flowing Reedy River Falls Barely Flowing Upper Falls Barely Flowing Pelham Falls Low Raven Cliff Falls Barely Flowing Reedy Cove Falls Low Slicking Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Wednesday

Sunny · 88°F

Aft 93°F Sunny
Sat 95°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 90°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Lab 82°F Chance Rain Showers then Partly Sunny
Tue 85°F Mostly Sunny
Wed 88°F Sunny Best
Thu 92°F Sunny

Flowing best right now near Mayo

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Big Falls Moderate · 20 cfs 28th percentile
  2. 2 Rainbow Falls Moderate · 20 cfs 28th percentile
  3. 3 Rock Creek Falls Moderate · 20 cfs 28th percentile
  4. 4 Pelham Falls Low · 29 cfs 16th percentile
  5. 5 Bird Rock Falls Low · 82 cfs 13th percentile
  6. 6 Toxaway Falls Low · 82 cfs 13th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Mayo (9 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.

Pearsons Falls waterfall

Pearsons Falls

45.6 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
0.3 miles 120 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Mayo (33 waterfalls)

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

Pelham Falls

16.9 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

All 44 Waterfalls Near Mayo

Gordons Mill Falls waterfall

Gordons Mill Falls

41.1 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 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

Pelham Falls

16.9 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
Hickorynut Falls waterfall

Hickorynut Falls

34.9 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
1.4 miles 200 ft
Rainbow Falls waterfall

Rainbow Falls

35.8 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
3.9 miles 700 ft
Upper Falls waterfall

Upper Falls

25 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
4.6 miles 800 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
Raven Cliff Falls waterfall

Raven Cliff Falls

39 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
4.0 miles 400 ft
The Cascades waterfall

The Cascades

35.7 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Slicking Falls waterfall

Slicking Falls

39.4 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Camp Minnehaha Falls waterfall

Camp Minnehaha Falls

35.3 miles away
North 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
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

Bead and Lace Falls

38.1 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Mayo

Are there free waterfalls near Mayo?

There are 27 free waterfalls near Mayo, including Bead and Lace Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Mayo?

There are 9 easy waterfall hikes near Mayo, including Connestee Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Mayo?

There are 33 dog-friendly waterfalls near Mayo, including Bead and Lace Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Mayo?

There are 32 kid-friendly waterfalls near Mayo, including Bead and Lace Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Mayo?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Mayo?

The shortest waterfall hike near Mayo is Bead and Lace Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Mayo?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Mayo?

Yes, 41 waterfalls near Mayo have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Mayo?

The closest waterfall to Mayo is Gordons Mill Falls, approximately 24.1 miles away.

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