There’s a particular kind of satisfaction that comes from earning your cool-down, hiking through forest, following the sound of rushing water, and finally stepping into a natural swimming hole at the end.
South Carolina’s upstate region is home to some of the most rewarding waterfall trails in the Southeast, many of which end at pools that feel made for a summer afternoon.
From the misty falls of Oconee County to the cascades tucked along Greenville County’s ridges, these trails reward the effort with scenery that genuinely surprises…