Riley Moore Falls
South Carolina · 12-foot drop · Sumter National Forest · Last verified 2026-05-15

Riley Moore Falls is a waterfall in South Carolina. It drops roughly 12 feet. Access details and conditions have not yet been verified in person by Fallspots — the data on this page comes from OpenStreetMap and USGS GNIS.
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| Waterfall | Distance | Height | Trail | Dogs | Fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Riley Moore Falls (this page) | — | 12 ft | — | Y | Free |
| Blue Hole Falls | 2 mi | 8 ft | — | Y | Free |
| Cedar Creek Falls | 2 mi | — | — | Y | Free |
| Double Branch Falls | 4 mi | — | — | — | — |
| Bone Camp Creek Falls | 4 mi | — | — | Y | Free |
| Chau Ram Falls | 5 mi | — | — | — | — |
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Questions visitors ask about Riley Moore Falls
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How tall is Riley Moore Falls?
Riley Moore Falls is 12 feet (3.6 m) tall. Height is sourced from OSM.
Is Riley Moore Falls in a national or state park?
Yes — Riley Moore Falls is inside Sumter National Forest. We inferred this from OpenStreetMap protected-area polygons; if you find we got the boundary wrong, please report it. See the park page for fees, hours, and current conditions.
Can I bring my dog to Riley Moore Falls?
Yes — dogs are allowed (Sumter National Forest permits leashed dogs in most areas). Inferred from park type; check the official site for trail-specific restrictions. Always leash and pack out waste.
Is there a fee to visit Riley Moore Falls?
No entrance fee. Sumter National Forest is free to access. Some trailheads may charge a parking fee separately.
How far is Riley Moore Falls from a major city?
Riley Moore Falls is 5 miles from Longcreek (about 8 minutes' drive).
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Where it is
34.7413, -83.1795
Sources and live status
Where we got the data, and where to check current conditions before you drive.
Last verified by Fallspots: 2026-05-15
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