Waterfall Hikes Near Saxon, SC

4,171 residents
New York Time Zone
45 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Saxon? There are 45 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Saxon. 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 34.9616°N, -81.9713°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Saxon

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

45 of 45 gauged

7 of 45 waterfalls near Saxon are flowing strongly today

Bead and Lace Falls Barely Flowing Big Bend Falls Moderate Kings Creek Falls Moderate Spoonauger Falls Moderate Big Falls Barely Flowing Rainbow Falls Barely Flowing Rock Creek Falls Barely Flowing Bridal Veil Falls Barely Flowing Glencannon Falls Barely Flowing Laughing Falls Barely Flowing Maidenhair Falls Barely Flowing Catheys Creek Falls Roaring Connestee Falls Roaring Rainbow Falls Roaring Windy Falls Roaring Whitewater Falls Roaring Upper Falls Roaring Toxaway Falls Roaring Clearwater Falls Moderate Lower Falls Moderate Reedy Cove Falls Moderate Gordons Mill Falls Barely Flowing Grassy Creek Falls Low Upper Falls Low Great Falls Barely Flowing Hendricks 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 Slicking Falls Barely Flowing

Updated 42 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Wednesday

Sunny · 89°F

Aft 97°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Sun 91°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Lab 83°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Partly Sunny
Tue 86°F Mostly Sunny
Wed 89°F Sunny Best
Thu 93°F Sunny
Fri 90°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Saxon

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Windy Falls Roaring · 118 cfs 97th percentile
  2. 2 Whitewater Falls Roaring · 118 cfs 97th percentile
  3. 3 Rainbow Falls Roaring · 118 cfs 97th percentile
  4. 4 Upper Falls Roaring · 118 cfs 97th percentile
  5. 5 Toxaway Falls Roaring · 118 cfs 97th percentile
  6. 6 Catheys Creek Falls Roaring · 118 cfs 97th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Saxon (8 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 Saxon (34 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
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

All 45 Waterfalls Near Saxon

Toxaway Falls waterfall

Toxaway Falls

32.4 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
0.6 miles 150 ft
Grassy Creek Falls waterfall

Grassy Creek Falls

34.8 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Spoonauger Falls waterfall

Spoonauger Falls

28 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Big Bend Falls waterfall

Big Bend Falls

33.8 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
4.5 miles 300 ft
Upper Falls waterfall

Upper Falls

35.8 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
3.3 miles 500 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Saxon

Are there free waterfalls near Saxon?

There are 28 free waterfalls near Saxon, including Bead and Lace Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Saxon?

There are 8 easy waterfall hikes near Saxon, including Connestee Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Saxon?

There are 34 dog-friendly waterfalls near Saxon, including Bead and Lace Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Saxon?

There are 33 kid-friendly waterfalls near Saxon, including Bead and Lace Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Saxon?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Saxon?

The shortest waterfall hike near Saxon is Bead and Lace Falls at 0.2 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Saxon?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Saxon?

Yes, 42 waterfalls near Saxon have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Saxon?

The closest waterfall to Saxon is Pelham Falls, approximately 15.8 miles away.

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