Natural swimming hole
Carrick Creek Falls
Waterfall · South Carolina
About this swimming hole
Carrick Creek Falls is a 15-foot cascade in Table Rock State Park reached by a short, partly paved path behind the park's interpretive center. It plunges into a natural pool that park guides describe as a popular swimming hole in warm months, with wading in the creek's rocky pools. It is a separate spot from the park's Pinnacle Lake beach, on the Carrick Creek Nature Trail.
Good to know
| Water type | Waterfall |
|---|---|
| Depth | Pool below the 15-foot cascade, described as deep and inviting by the Upcountry SC guide; other pools along the trail are shallower wading pools |
| Best season | May-September |
| Fees | Park admission charged (Table Rock State Park) |
| Reservations required | No |
| Hours | Daily daylight hours; park hours vary seasonally |
| Parking | Carrick Creek trailhead / Nature Center parking inside Table Rock State Park (GPS waypoint for parking area: 35.0319, -82.6995) |
| Amenities | restrooms, picnic tables |
| County | Pickens County |
| Nearest town | Pickens |
| Safety notes | No lifeguard; slippery rocks around the falls and creek crossings; water can be high after rain |
Map
Official information
Official park / agency page ↗ — check current conditions, fees, and reservations here before you go.
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Frequently asked questions
Can you swim in Carrick Creek Falls?
Yes — Carrick Creek Falls is listed as a natural swimming spot in South Carolina. Heads-up: No lifeguard; slippery rocks around the falls and creek crossings; water can be high after rain. There are rarely lifeguards at natural swimming holes — verify conditions locally before you go.
Does Carrick Creek Falls require reservations?
No reservations are required at Carrick Creek Falls based on current information — but verify before you go.
Is there a fee to visit Carrick Creek Falls?
Reported fee info: Park admission charged (Table Rock State Park). Fees can change — confirm with the official link.
When is the best time to visit Carrick Creek Falls?
The best season is typically May-September.