Waterfall Hikes Near Pickens, SC

3,374 residents
New York Time Zone
85 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Pickens? There are 85 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Pickens. 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 34.8856°N, -82.7104°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Pickens

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

85 of 85 gauged

1 of 85 waterfalls near Pickens is flowing strongly today

Anna Ruby Falls Low Bead and Lace Falls Barely Flowing Berties Falls Barely Flowing 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 Low Rainbow Falls Low Rock Creek Falls Low 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 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 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 Burningtown 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 Estatoah Falls Low Wilson Falls Low Timpson Falls Low 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 Low Raven Cliff Falls Barely Flowing Reems Creek Falls Barely Flowing Slicking Falls Barely Flowing Stekoa Falls Low Soco Falls Strong

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Wednesday

Sunny · 90°F

Aft 96°F Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 97°F Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 94°F Patchy Fog then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Lab 84°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 87°F Mostly Sunny
Wed 90°F Sunny Best
Thu 94°F Sunny

Flowing best right now near Pickens

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Soco Falls Strong · 565 cfs 83rd percentile
  2. 2 Thurston Hatcher Falls Moderate · 70 cfs 38th percentile
  3. 3 Twin Falls Moderate · 70 cfs 38th percentile
  4. 4 Slatten Falls Moderate · 70 cfs 38th percentile
  5. 5 Onion Falls Moderate · 70 cfs 38th percentile
  6. 6 Onion Cliff Falls Moderate · 70 cfs 38th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Pickens (20 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.

45.2 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
0.2 miles 50 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Pickens (58 waterfalls)

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

39.4 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
41.2 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
17.5 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
39 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
4.0 miles 400 ft

All 85 Waterfalls Near Pickens

27.1 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
20.5 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
32.4 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
0.6 miles 150 ft
28 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
26.6 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
40.6 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
16.9 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
17.6 miles away
North Carolina
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
17.3 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
16.5 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
1.0 miles 150 ft
16.5 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft
37 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.5 miles 500 ft
19.8 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
48.8 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
2.5 miles 200 ft
45.9 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
46.1 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
4.0 miles 500 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Pickens

Are there free waterfalls near Pickens?

There are 49 free waterfalls near Pickens, including Bead and Lace Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Pickens?

There are 20 easy waterfall hikes near Pickens, including Anna Ruby Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Pickens?

There are 58 dog-friendly waterfalls near Pickens, including Anna Ruby Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Pickens?

There are 60 kid-friendly waterfalls near Pickens, including Anna Ruby Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Pickens?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Pickens?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Pickens?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Pickens?

Yes, 82 waterfalls near Pickens have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Pickens?

The closest waterfall to Pickens is Clearwater Falls, approximately 8.9 miles away.

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