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…

  1. Twin Falls - Pickens County

Flickr/David Ellis Our list of relatively accessible waterfalls without hiking in South Carolina begins in Pickens County. This quarter-mile hike is so easy and there’s so much to see along the way, that before you know it, you’re there. Take the short walk and end up at a viewing platform with a clear shot of both waterfalls. Want to see part of the actual trail? Watch this short video to follow this group as they make their way to the waterfalls. Twin Falls Trail, Waterfalls Rd, Sunset, SC 29685, USA

  1. Bull Sluice Falls - Chattooga River in Oconee County.

Flickr/Let Ideas Compete Wow. These falls look almost calm in this photo taken when the water levels were down. But check out this video taken when levels were higher. Wow! 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… Bull Sluice, Mountain Rest, SC 29664, USA

  1. Wildcat Wayside Falls - Cherokee Foothills Scenic Highway (SC-11)

Flickr/Bill Herndon There are three falls at this roadside park. The one shown here in the photo is visible from your car. Gotta love a drive-up waterfall! 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. 5500 Geer Hwy, Cleveland, SC 29635, USA

  1. Issaqueena Falls - Walhalla

Flickr/Bill Herndon Beautiful Issaqueena Falls is a short, 15-minute walk from the parking area. You won’t even break a sweat! This waterfall is truly special. Not only is it easily accessible, but it also involves legendary folklore involving a Native American princess. 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. Issaqueena Falls, South Carolina 29691, USA

  1. Spoonauger Falls - Mountain Rest

Josh Farmer/Google Local A short half mile into the Sumter National Forest leads you to this spectacular 50-foot waterfall. 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. Spoonauger Falls, South Carolina 29664, USA

  1. Reedy Branch Falls - Westminster

Jeffrey Cheek / AllTrails A short 300-yard walk will find you standing in front of this beauty. The Reedy Branch Falls are spectacular! Getting there can be a little tricky, even though the walk is a piece of cake. Reedy Branch Falls Trailhead, 15760 Long Creek Hwy, Mountain Rest, SC 29664, USA

  1. Reedy River Falls - Greenville

Flickr/dustinphillips This massive waterfall is the centerpiece of Greenville’s downtown streetscape. Easily accessible via Falls Park in downtown Greenville and easily the grandest roadside waterfall in the state. Reedy River Falls are easily a “destination waterfall,” and one of the best no-hike waterfalls in SC. 29601, Greenville, SC 29601, USA

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.

Flickr/David Ellis

Our list of relatively accessible waterfalls without hiking in South Carolina begins in Pickens County. This quarter-mile hike is so easy and there’s so much to see along the way, that before you know it, you’re there. Take the short walk and end up at a viewing platform with a clear shot of both waterfalls. Want to see part of the actual trail? Watch this short video to follow this group as they make their way to the waterfalls.

Twin Falls Trail, Waterfalls Rd, Sunset, SC 29685, USA

Flickr/Let Ideas Compete

Wow. These falls look almost calm in this photo taken when the water levels were down. But check out this video taken when levels were higher. Wow! 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…

Bull Sluice, Mountain Rest, SC 29664, USA

Flickr/Bill Herndon

There are three falls at this roadside park. The one shown here in the photo is visible from your car. Gotta love a drive-up waterfall! 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.

5500 Geer Hwy, Cleveland, SC 29635, USA

Beautiful Issaqueena Falls is a short, 15-minute walk from the parking area. You won’t even break a sweat! This waterfall is truly special. Not only is it easily accessible, but it also involves legendary folklore involving a Native American princess. 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.

Issaqueena Falls, South Carolina 29691, USA

Josh Farmer/Google Local

A short half mile into the Sumter National Forest leads you to this spectacular 50-foot waterfall. 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.

Spoonauger Falls, South Carolina 29664, USA

Jeffrey Cheek / AllTrails

A short 300-yard walk will find you standing in front of this beauty. The Reedy Branch Falls are spectacular! Getting there can be a little tricky, even though the walk is a piece of cake.

Reedy Branch Falls Trailhead, 15760 Long Creek Hwy, Mountain Rest, SC 29664, USA

Flickr/dustinphillips

This massive waterfall is the centerpiece of Greenville’s downtown streetscape. Easily accessible via Falls Park in downtown Greenville and easily the grandest roadside waterfall in the state. Reedy River Falls are easily a “destination waterfall,” and one of the best no-hike waterfalls in SC.

29601, Greenville, SC 29601, USA

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Roadside Waterfalls March 30, 2021 Beth C. 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.

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Roadside Waterfalls

March 30, 2021

Beth C.

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.

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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.