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Virginia Hawkins Falls (Double Falls)

Sunset, South Carolina

4.0/5
based on 1 reviews

Details

Distance

2.6 miles

Elevation Gain

456 ft

Route Type

Out-and-Back

Description

Added by Whitney Conley

Virginia Hawkins Falls (Double Falls) is a beautiful little 25ft waterfall that is a must-see! Even though it may not be the tallest you've seen, the cascades and area around it make it perfect.

A moderate to advanced 2.6 mile hike has many stairs and a lot of ascents and descents along the way. The hike may not be the easiest but the payoff is worth it. The trail is easily marked so no need to worry about getting lost. 

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Virginia Hawkins Falls (Double Falls) Reviews

While not the biggest waterfall in the area, the hike is great and it has a unique charm to it. Especially when the rains increase the flow over the falls. There are multiple campsites about 75 yards or so from the falls. Beware of the bridge just before the falls (hiking towards Laurel Fork Falls). Got stung twice by hornets as we crossed. Campsites are great albeit some of them a little small so make sure your tent fits. I used this waterfall as an introduction to backpacking for my 9 year old son and we both had a blast.

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