One of the most scenic waterfalls in South Carolina is bathed in hues of green and it pours, dribbles, and cascades down an 80-foot rocky wall covered in moss, ferns, and other bright green foliage. If there’s only one moderately difficult waterfall hike you attempt all year, then this is the one to choose.
Lee Falls just may be the crown jewel of Oconee County’s more than 150 waterfalls.
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Those who conquer the 2.9-mile out and back hike to view this natural wonder find an ecosystem surrounding the falls similar to that found in a rain forest.
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It’s damp, beautiful, and you won’t find another place quite like Lee Falls in the Palmetto State.
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Even though from the parking area and for a short distance into the trek the trail seems normal, the hike itself is no easy feat.
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There are water crossings over small streams and you can’t always count on as much as a log to get you over them. It’s a good idea to bring a second pair of shoes for the ride home because this trail may leave you with some wet toes.
Google Images/Susan Grogan And the last part of the hike will have you scrambling up and over some small boulders to get to the base of the waterfall.
An occasional downed tree may also warrant some strategic maneuvering. But finding this gem in the heart of the Sumter National Forest is always a magical feeling.
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Considered by many to be one of the top waterfalls in South Carolina, Lee Falls deserves a visit – as long as you’re comfortable with a trail that has moderate difficulty. Have you seen this one in person yet? If so, weigh in with a review of the trail and the payoff of seeing this gorgeous, green waterfall in our discussion!
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Google Images/Susan Grogan
And the last part of the hike will have you scrambling up and over some small boulders to get to the base of the waterfall.
Google Image/Bobby B
For more information about the hike to Lee Falls and to see more photos, check in with our friends at AllTrails.
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