Chau Ram Falls
- Height
- 40 ft
- Road
- Paved
- Permit
- Not required
- Dogs
- Allowed
Chau Ram Falls drops about 40 ft on Ramsey Creek in Oconee County, South Carolina.
Closures and warnings
River and falls areas have wet rock and current. Follow posted park rules; gate locks after dusk. As of September 30, 2026.
The falls
| Height | 40 ft |
|---|---|
| Flow note | About 40-ft cascade on Ramsey Creek where it meets the Chauga River; park pages call it handicap-accessible waterfall viewing near parking. |
| Swimming allowed | Yes |
|---|---|
| Water type | Waterfall basin |
Access
| Road | Paved |
|---|---|
| Road note | 1220 Chau Ram Park Road, Westminster, SC. From US 76 west of Westminster, turn left onto Chau Ram Park Road to the park entrance. |
| Parking | Park entrance and lower-level loop parking at Chau Ram County Park (about 60 spaces noted by Visit Oconee). |
| Fee | $5 per vehicle day-use entry |
| Hours | 7 a.m. to dusk (gate locked after hours; Experience Oconee: gate closed dusk to 7 a.m.) |
| Reservation or permit | Not required |
| Seasonal closure | Day use year-round except about three weeks near Christmas (contact park for dates). Campground closed mid-November through February. |
| Wheelchair access | Handicap-accessible waterfall viewing, picnic shelter, and restrooms (Visit Oconee / Experience Oconee). |
| Managed by | Oconee County Parks, Recreation and Tourism (Chau Ram County Park) |
| Restrooms | Yes |
|---|---|
| Showers | Yes |
| Picnic sites | Yes |
| Note | 26 campsites with water and electricity; four rental shelters; 160-ft suspension bridge; playground; Life Jacket Zone. |
Rules
| Dogs | Allowed |
|---|---|
| Camping | Allowed |
Common questions
Common questions
Is Chau Ram Falls open?
River and falls areas have wet rock and current. Follow posted park rules; gate locks after dusk. As of September 30, 2026. Seasonal closure: Day use year-round except about three weeks near Christmas (contact park for dates). Campground closed mid-November through February. Hours: 7 a.m. to dusk (gate locked after hours; Experience Oconee: gate closed dusk to 7 a.m.).
How tall is Chau Ram Falls?
Chau Ram Falls drops about 40 ft.
Can you swim at Chau Ram Falls?
Yes, swimming is allowed at Chau Ram Falls.
How do you get to Chau Ram Falls?
The road in is paved. 1220 Chau Ram Park Road, Westminster, SC. From US 76 west of Westminster, turn left onto Chau Ram Park Road to the park entrance. Parking: Park entrance and lower-level loop parking at Chau Ram County Park (about 60 spaces noted by Visit Oconee).
Do you need a reservation for Chau Ram Falls?
No reservation or permit is required.
Is there a fee at Chau Ram Falls?
The fee is $5 per vehicle day-use entry.
When is Chau Ram Falls flowing?
About 40-ft cascade on Ramsey Creek where it meets the Chauga River; park pages call it handicap-accessible waterfall viewing near parking.
Nearby
Sources
3
- https://experienceoconee.com/parks/chau-ram-park (accessed September 30, 2026; backs manager / waterbodyName / waterfall.heightFt)
- https://visitoconeesc.com/destination-oconee-south-carolina-chau-ram-county-park/ (accessed September 30, 2026; backs access.fee, hazardNote / swimmerNotes.waterType)
- https://www.sctrails.net/trails/trail/chau-ram-county-park (accessed September 30, 2026; backs access.hours)