How long is Rainbow Falls (Jones Gap)?

4.4 miles, out & back, with about 1,500 feet of elevation gain — roughly 2 hr 13 min at a steady pace.

How hard is Rainbow Falls (Jones Gap)?

It's rated Hard. a steep climb to a powerful 100-ft upcountry fall

Where is Rainbow Falls (Jones Gap)?

Rainbow Falls (Jones Gap) is in South Carolina. a steep climb to a powerful 100-ft upcountry fall

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Rainbow Falls (Jones Gap)

South Carolina

Distance4.4 mi

Est. time~2 hr 13 min

Elevation gain↗ 1,500 ft

RouteOut & back

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Rainbow Falls (Jones Gap) is a hard 4.4-mile out & back hike in South Carolina with about 1,500 ft of elevation gain. a steep climb to a powerful 100-ft upcountry fall.

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