Lower Whitewater Falls

Description: There are six different whitewater waterfalls along the North and South Carolina border. These waterfalls are the highest series of waterfalls in eastern North America. Lower Falls make a 200-foot drop; the water then flows into Lake Jocassee. From the parking area, a hike of 45 minutes to an hour will get you to an overlook where you’ll find a spectacular view of Lower Whitewater Falls.

Length of hike: 2.5 miles

Difficulty: Moderate

Directions to falls: Starting from Keowee Lakeshop travel Southwest on HWY 11 until you reach HWY 130. Turn Right. Follow Hwy 130 until you come to the Bad Creek Project after 10 miles. There will be a gate at the entrance that will open automatically when you enter between 6AM and 6PM. From this gate drive 2.1 until you see a sign that says Foothills Trail. Turn left and follow for 0.2 miles until you reach parking. Once parked follow trail signs to the falls. (Blue markings)

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