A remote waterfall requiring a strenuous 10.6-mile round-trip hike in the Mountain Bridge Wilderness.
Jones Gap State Park admission: $6 adults, $3.75 SC seniors, $3.50 children 6-15, under 5 free; trailhead registration required
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Based on this listing's approximate location — see the note on coordinates below.
Jones Gap Falls is located in Jones Gap State Park within the Mountain Bridge Wilderness near Marietta. The waterfall requires a strenuous 10.6-mile round-trip hike and is best suited for experienced hikers comfortable with remote, backcountry terrain.
The park sits within protected wilderness, which means fewer crowds and a more isolated experience than many state park destinations. Dogs are permitted on trails. Trailhead registration is required when you arrive, and trails close 1 hour before sunset each day, so plan your departure time accordingly.
Admission to Jones Gap State Park is $6 for adults, $3.75 for South Carolina seniors, $3.50 for children ages 6–15, and free for children under 5. This is not a casual waterfall visit; factor in a full day or overnight trip, bring adequate water and supplies, and ensure you’re prepared for a wilderness hike. The park confirms that all official trails in the Mountain Bridge Wilderness Area are open, but conditions can change—check the official website before heading out.
Spring through fall; trails close 1 hour before sunset daily.
If you're new to hiking or prefer shorter trails; this is a remote backcountry destination with significant distance.
Jones Gap State Park admission: $6 adults, $3.75 SC seniors, $3.50 children 6-15, under 5 free; trailhead registration required
Via a 10.6-mile round-trip trail rated strenuous by the managing agency.
Yes, per the managing agency's own page — but check current leash rules before you go.
We track 4 waterfalls in Mountain Bridge Wilderness.
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southcarolinaparks.com
Checked southcarolinaparks.com/jones-gap/things-to-do (2026-09-04); official trail list shows 'Jones Gap NRT #1/Jones Gap Falls (5.3 miles)' one-way, doubled for round trip. Closure check: 'All official trails in The Mountain Bridge Wilderness Area are now open.'
Checked September 2026.