Waterfall Hikes Near Welcome, SC

7,153 residents
New York Time Zone
81 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Welcome? There are 81 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Welcome. 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 34.8203°N, -82.4600°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Welcome

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

81 of 81 gauged

81 waterfalls near Welcome have live flow data today

Bead and Lace 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 Moderate Rainbow Falls Moderate Rock Creek Falls Moderate Bird Rock Falls Barely Flowing Catheys Creek Falls Barely Flowing Connestee Falls Barely Flowing Dismal Falls Barely Flowing Rainbow Falls Barely Flowing Schoolhouse Falls Barely Flowing Windy Falls Barely Flowing Whitewater Falls Barely Flowing Upper Falls Barely Flowing Toxaway Falls Barely Flowing 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 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 Upper Vernal Falls Barely Flowing Upper Falls Barely Flowing Douglas Falk Barely Flowing Estatoah Falls Low Wilson Falls Low Timpson Falls Low Great Falls Low 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 Low Reems Creek Falls Barely Flowing Slicking Falls Barely Flowing Stekoa Falls Low

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Wednesday

Sunny · 90°F

Aft 96°F Sunny
Sat 97°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 93°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Lab 84°F Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 88°F Mostly Sunny
Wed 90°F Sunny Best
Thu 94°F Sunny

Flowing best right now near Welcome

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Onion Cliff Falls Moderate · 106 cfs 60th percentile
  2. 2 Onion Falls Moderate · 106 cfs 60th percentile
  3. 3 Fairfield Falls Moderate · 106 cfs 60th percentile
  4. 4 Slatten Falls Moderate · 106 cfs 60th percentile
  5. 5 Maidenhair Falls Moderate · 106 cfs 60th percentile
  6. 6 Thurston Hatcher Falls Moderate · 106 cfs 60th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Welcome (18 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.

25 miles away
South Carolina
Easy
0.8 miles 50 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Welcome (55 waterfalls)

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

25 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 200 ft
25 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
4.6 miles 800 ft
16.9 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
17.5 miles away
South Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 81 Waterfalls Near Welcome

4.7 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
42.1 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
46.2 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
4.3 miles 500 ft
44.2 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.0 miles 400 ft
47.6 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
0.1 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
48.8 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
2.4 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
1.9 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
0.3 miles 50 ft
11 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
33.4 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
46.5 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
1.0 miles 200 ft
26.3 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
8.9 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
46.2 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
41.3 miles away
Georgia
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
8.9 miles away
North Carolina
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft
20.6 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
45.9 miles away
North Carolina
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
45.9 miles away
North Carolina
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Welcome

Are there free waterfalls near Welcome?

There are 48 free waterfalls near Welcome, including Bead and Lace Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Welcome?

There are 18 easy waterfall hikes near Welcome, including Connestee Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Welcome?

There are 55 dog-friendly waterfalls near Welcome, including Bead and Lace Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Welcome?

There are 57 kid-friendly waterfalls near Welcome, including Bead and Lace Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Welcome?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Welcome?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Welcome?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Welcome?

Yes, 78 waterfalls near Welcome have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Welcome?

The closest waterfall to Welcome is Reedy River Falls, approximately 3.7 miles away.

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