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Upper Whitewater Falls from Lower Trailhead

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 4.5 (2)
  1. Areas
  2. SC
  3. …Upstate SC
  4. Salem
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“Upper Whitewater Falls is one of the tallest waterfalls east of the Mississippi, with a total drop of 411 feet. ”

Frank Berry
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5.9

Miles

9.6

KM

Out and Back

2,551' 778 m

High

1,866' 569 m

Low

1,137' 347 m

Up

1,128' 344 m

Down

7%

Avg Grade (4°)

42%

Max Grade (23°)

Dogs Unknown

Features Fall Colors · Views · Waterfall

Overview

This moderately difficult trail goes from the Lower Whitewater Falls trailhead to the viewpoint at Upper Whitewater Falls.

Description

The trail is mostly singletrack, with a number of creek crossings and small waterfalls before arriving at the spectacular Upper Whitewater Falls. Mostly managable, with moderate elevation change. Trail is in good condition. Some portions do have steps, and the final push to the falls is on wooden steps.

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Frank Berry
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  4.5 from 2 votes

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in Salem

#3498

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#2

in Salem

#15

in South Carolina

#3,498

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May 1, 2024 near Walhalla, SC

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