7 Unbelievable South Carolina Waterfalls Hiding In Plain Sight...No Hiking Required
Robin Jarvis
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Waterfalls and the upstate region of South Carolina go hand-in-hand. Hike far enough in any direction and eventually, you’ll run into a waterfall. Fortunately, there are some waterfalls that are easily accessible via a short non-strenuous walk. They’re hiding in plain sight and just as beautiful as the hard ones to get to! On the other hand, if you want a strenuous hike to a waterfall you should about This Hike In South Carolina That Will Give You An Unforgettable Experience. For now, onward and upward to some relatively accessible roadside waterfalls in South Carolina that won’t make you break a sweat…
Want to see part of the actual trail? Watch this short video to follow this group as they make their way to the waterfalls.
This section of Bull Sluice is a short quarter-mile walk upstream from the parking area. You won't find flat terrain on this trail, but at least it's a short walk...
See all of the falls at Wildcat Wayside in this short video.
Please note: if you venture from your car toward the falls that aren't visible from the parking area then please use extra caution. The falls beyond those visible from the road has proven to be extremely dangerous.
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Be sure to bring a flashlight so while you're there you can also check out Stumphouse Mountain Tunnel. They're both accessible from the same park.
For a sneak preview, check out this short video of the water cascading down these rocks. You'll want to turn your volume up to hear the falls.
These roadside waterfalls are certainly beautiful and easy to find/get to. Share this article with a friend you want to take with you as you explore these relatively accessible waterfalls in South Carolina. Is “chasing waterfalls” on your bucket list this year? You might want to read The Ultimate South Carolina Waterfalls Roadtrip Is Right Here…And You’ll Want To Do It.
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Roadside Waterfalls
What are the most beautiful waterfalls in South Carolina?
Some of the most beautiful waterfalls in South Carolina include the following:
- Wildcat Branch Falls
- Carrick Creek Falls
- Twin Falls
- Issaqueena Falls
- Chau Ram County Park
- Cedar Falls
- Reedy Falls.
Visit all of these landmarks along one convenient route when you take our ultimate waterfall road trip through South Carolina.
What are some easy trails in South Carolina?
Looking for easy trails in South Carolina? Some of the most popular easy trails include Yellow Branch Falls in Walhalla, Sesquicentennial State Park in Columbia, Congaree National Park in Hopkins, Huntington Beach State Park in Murrells Inlet, Goodale State Park in Camden, Kings Mountain State Park in Blacksburg, Caw Caw Interpretive Center in Ravenel, and Twin Falls in Sunset. For more information, check out our article outlining these easy trails in South Carolina.
Where can I go to get the best views in South Carolina?
Some of the best views in South Carolina are found from the pristine coastline to the rugged mountains. Check out these locations:
- Angel Oak on St. John's Island
- The Battery in Charleston
- Caesar's Head State Park with views of Pinnacle Mountain
- The Lowcountry marshes of Kiawah Island
- Forty Acre Rock in Kershaw
- The Castle of Greenville
- Hilton Head Lighthouse
- Hunting Island
- Pearl Fryar Topiary Gardens
- Rivers Bridge State Park in Ehrhardt
Check out and explore some of the best views in South Carolina.