South Carolina Waterfalls

South Carolina has 5 named waterfalls on record across 2 counties. 2 waterfalls are free to visit. 3 need a hike. 4 have a closure or hazard note on file.

  • No closure on file
  • Closed, or no soaking or swimming
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Showing 5 of 5 waterfalls

Name Height Flows Access Fee Status
Chau Ram Falls Oconee County
40 ft Development – Access paved road Fee $5 per vehicle day-use entry Status Closure or warning on file
Issaqueena Falls Oconee County
100 ft Development – Access 0.4 mi hike (round trip), paved road Fee $5 per vehicle Status Closure or warning on file
Reedy River Falls Greenville County
28 ft Development – Access paved road Fee Free admission Status No closure on file
Spoonauger Falls Oconee County
50 ft Development – Access 0.5 mi hike, gravel road Fee – Status Closure or warning on file
Station Cove Falls Oconee County
60 ft Development – Access 0.5 mi hike, paved road Fee No fee Status Closure or warning on file
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Common questions

Where are the waterfalls in South Carolina?

5 named waterfalls are on record: Chau Ram Falls, Issaqueena Falls, Reedy River Falls, Spoonauger Falls, and Station Cove Falls.

Are there free waterfalls in South Carolina?

Yes. No fee on record for Reedy River Falls and Station Cove Falls. Each page cites its source.

What is the tallest waterfall in South Carolina?

Of the waterfalls on record here with a stated height, Issaqueena Falls is the tallest, at about 100 ft.

Are any waterfalls in South Carolina closed?

A closure or hazard note is on file for Chau Ram Falls, Issaqueena Falls, Spoonauger Falls, and Station Cove Falls. Each page has the dated detail.

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