Falls Park on the Reedy
Falls Park on the Reedy
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- Justin PRaleigh, North Carolina4,562 contributionsReedy River FallsWe took our dog and little girl to Falls Park on the Reedy while visiting Greenville. The waterfall is about 28-feet and quite impressive right in the middle of downtown. There is 2-hour parking at a lot as well as street parking in the area, but arriving early, around 9, we were able to park in the lot. The trails are paved and there are ramps to get around stairs so we could push our daughter in a stroller. Great views of the waterfall from the trails and Liberty Bridge. The longer distance Swamp Rabbit Trail runs through the park and we extended our hike heading down to the zoo and back. Overall, a great park and must-see if visiting Greenville.Visited January 2024Travelled with familyWritten 29 January 2024
- JJW17 contributionsNice greenspace without leaving the cityGreat place for everyone. Lots of space to walk around, run, explore, relax, enjoy the scenery. It's an oasis in the middle of the city, makes you feel like you're out in the wilderness, yet you're right by all kinds of restaurants and downtown happenings.Visited March 2024Travelled with familyWritten 8 March 2024
- Alice D85 contributionsThe Heart of GreenvilleMy friends and I took our first trip to Greenville and stayed in a downtown hotel. We were thrilled to have this park just a few blocks away. We walked through it, over the suspension bridge, sat on the swing bench and picked up some gelato to eat while looking at the waterfall. We talked with a local playing with his dog and enjoyed the early spring flowers. Great place to enjoy!Visited March 2024Travelled with friendsWritten 25 March 2024
- DanielleNorth Carolina521 contributionsA True Nature Lovers Gem in the Heart of DowntownThe hidden gem in the heart of Greenville, Falls Park on the Reedy is everything a park should be. We entered the park by way of Pedrick Garden at Falls Park, walked over a small bridge and down a side road to the park. We were able to get a great view of Liberty Bridge and could hear the falls. Surrounded by restaurants, cafes and hotels all within walking distance, Falls Park boasts lush greenery lined paved walkways with benches and swings to sit, relax and enjoy the views and sounds of the falls. There are large open green spaces available for kids to play, families to picnic and relax and pets to roam. The park was busy on the Saturday we visited, yet it did not feel crowded. There was plenty of room for everyone to enjoy the area. A true gem for nature lovers! Take a stroll across Liberty Bridge to get the most expansive view of Reedy River Falls. Enjoy listening to the flow of water, natural white noise. From the bridge you will be able to see adults, kids, and dogs on the rocks below enjoying the shallow areas of the falls. We were not able to fully explore the area to our liking due to our time constraints. So we look forward to returning for a long weekend to explore this amazing park, the Greenville downtown and the surrounding areas soon.Visited April 2024Travelled as a coupleWritten 4 May 2024
- Jeff SConover, North Carolina3 contributionsBeautiful Downtown Greenville SCWhat a beautiful day at Reedy Creek. Wife and I hiked the Swamp Rabbit Trail and the river walk. So much to see and do in Downtown Greenville. Lots of fantastic restaurants in walking distance. We will revisit soon with our bicycles.Visited July 2024Travelled as a coupleWritten 9 July 2024
- Compass201748263108 contributionsMust check it out!Such a beautiful surprise tucked into a downtown! Some rocky trails- watch your step! Leading to some beautiful falls areas. Kids/animals/people on bicycles/people lounging on the grass. Just a beautiful place to wander around in nature.Visited September 2024Travelled as a coupleWritten 2 September 2024
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Kathy M
Marshalltown13 contributions
Aug 2020
It's a beautiful park and I loved the view of the Falls from the bridge. But I have to disagree with its "handicap accessibility". I use an electric scooter and couldn't make it back up the ramps. The elevator got me to the lowest level. There are signs on the restaurant between that and the bridge access that say "customers only", so I had to take the ramps up a level. A stranger was kind enough to push me. We wandered on down, but I ended up waiting at the red sculpture for my husband to walk back to the car and come for me.
Written 22 August 2020
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John O
Clearwater, FL45 contributions
Aug 2020
I went on a summer Sunday afternoon, and it was crowded (not surprised). That part didn't bother me in the least, except maybe difficulty finding a close parking space. The park, bridge and falls were beautiful!!! However, several tall buildings are under construction right on the river. I realize this park is downtown, but that really takes away from the overall ambience. Also, there were many bicyclists on the walkways. Normally, this wouldn't pose any problems, but when there are crowds of people with young children walking and enjoying the scenery, this is not good. I did see several minor bike collisions with people. Lastly, there were some people with large dogs (including pit bulls). These are best left at home, as there were numerous "barking skirmishes" with smaller dogs. Had it not been for these issues (overdeveloping, bicyclists, large dogs), I would rate it a 5; with those in mind, my rating is a 3.
Written 23 August 2020
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LauraOHSCAZ631
Greenville, SC5 contributions
Mar 2020
Well, this gem is in the heart of downtown Greenville. A cool water walk. Start by the Lazy Goat restaurant and saunter down the lovely walk way looking across at one of the old textile buildings on the green which lies at the bottom of the Peace Center Theatre DIstrict grounds. Check out the various art stores and tea store as you make your way under the Main Street bridge. Bring checkers, backgammon even cards and play a game under the bridge at one of the many tables and chairs. Watch the ducks as they swim around the river dunking down for nibbles of food. Take a stop and take a load off and enjoy one of the many comfy bench swings under a beautiful wood crafted pergola. Enjoy the unique landscaping beds and gorgeous seasonal flowers -- it truly is an inspriration gazing at these beautifully planned out gardens. Enjoy Shakespeare in the Park (seasonal) on a blanket with a picnic or a to go dinner from one of the many restaurants that line E Main Street and the surrounding area. The up and coming West End is a great place to catch a ball game!(Go Greenville Drive!) Walk up the incredible stone steps and you may catch the young adults in a poetry slam in the green grass circle or playing hacky sac or young kids showing off their gymnastic skills. This is where you'll walk over the falls onto the unique suspension Liberty Bridge and take in the sight and sounds of the falls. So relaxing and mesmerizing. A great place for photos and enjoying one of the many cool places of downtown Greenville! This is for everyone! Solo or groups - business, kids etc!
Written 5 March 2020
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debbmm
Myrtle Beach, SC375 contributions
Jan 2020
What a beautiful area...if you go to the Upcountry Museum, you will see what it USED to be like less than 20 years ago. The city has done a fabulous job in turning this area into something that is just beautiful. Get out and walk as far or as little as you want and you'll be surrounded by lovely vegetation, stunning florals, whispering rivers and raging waterfalls, wondrous wildlife, restaurants, art studios, coffee shops and boundless businesses in this bustling urban oasis. We went on a raw and rainy day and it was still delightful
Written 19 January 2020
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Jim W.
Atlanta, GA1,354 contributions
Oct 2020
We visited here about 3 years ago in order to view the solar eclipse. We were back for a weekend visit to Greenville, and we walked through here several times. If you see a timeline of how this area was connected with the city over time, it is especially impressive what they've done with it in the last 20 years. It is hard to believe that it was almost covered up with vegetation, pollution, and a traffic bridge through most of the 1990s.
Thankfully, someone had the foresight to re-focus and anchor the downtown on this revitalized area. There are so many restaurants and shops to enjoy (there were probably more pre-COVID). The fact that the Swamp Rabbit Trail terminates here and allows walking / running / biking for miles to the north is an added attraction.
Any downtown would be lucky to have any sort of feature remotely similar to this. It really sets Greenville apart, IMO.
Thankfully, someone had the foresight to re-focus and anchor the downtown on this revitalized area. There are so many restaurants and shops to enjoy (there were probably more pre-COVID). The fact that the Swamp Rabbit Trail terminates here and allows walking / running / biking for miles to the north is an added attraction.
Any downtown would be lucky to have any sort of feature remotely similar to this. It really sets Greenville apart, IMO.
Written 7 November 2020
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Kathleen F
Greenville, SC25 contributions
Oct 2019
Besides the fact that it’s beautiful, it’s centrally located in Greenville if you’re downtown and has some great walking paths. See the Peace Bridge and grab an ice cream at Spill the Beans near the entrance. Free Shakespeare performances on Thursday, Friday and Saturday in the park during the summer
Written 5 March 2020
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Dakota
Greer, SC1 contribution
Jul 2019
The Falls Park is a wonderful place to go. it is a very relaxing place for you and your family to go and walk around or have a picnic. There is a fantastic view and many places to walk around and see. The only problem is that it is in the middle of the city, so it can be noisy, but there are always good distractions there. Overall, a beautiful park to visit.
Written 8 April 2020
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Katie
5 contributions
Feb 2020
I have lived near Falls Park for most of my life and it is always alive and fun. They have everything from Rubber Duck races, bike/walking paths, to music and theatre in the park. Plus, the bridge over Falls park is amazing and there are many great places to eat nearby!!! The only word of advice that I have, is do not get in the water because it is filthy.
Written 17 February 2020
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Ali v
26 contributions
Jun 2021 • Solo
I’ve lived in Greenville for 17 years and seem a lot of changes - not all good. I was hugely surprised by what I found downtown along the park and city streets next to the river on Sunday evening.
During the day Greenville is a typical middle
class modern city with too many restaurants but friendly people. People smile and say Hello and are polite
Sunday night I thought I had slipped into another dimension. Main St was teeming with noisy cars: windows down and blaring music. Then there were the groups of
motorcycles also raving engines and blaring music. Lots and lots of young people in groups milling around. Street musicians at several places with small dance parties around them. Lots of calling and yelling. It didn’t seem terribly dangerous, though it could easily have become so, but it was also not the Greenville of the ads for serene, leisurely dining and strolls along the river.
It was certainly not a family atmosphere.
During the day Greenville is a typical middle
class modern city with too many restaurants but friendly people. People smile and say Hello and are polite
Sunday night I thought I had slipped into another dimension. Main St was teeming with noisy cars: windows down and blaring music. Then there were the groups of
motorcycles also raving engines and blaring music. Lots and lots of young people in groups milling around. Street musicians at several places with small dance parties around them. Lots of calling and yelling. It didn’t seem terribly dangerous, though it could easily have become so, but it was also not the Greenville of the ads for serene, leisurely dining and strolls along the river.
It was certainly not a family atmosphere.
Written 2 June 2021
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Jim W
Alpharetta, GA245 contributions
Feb 2020
This is a very well-done natural wonder carved out of a bustling urban area. They have done a tremendous job reclaiming it from the forgotten river underneath a freeway overpass. You can approach the bottom from a trail or walk across a beautiful pedestrial bridge in the shape of an arc. We parked for free at a dedicated parking area, although it is small and I'm sure it fills up quickly on weekends. From there is is a 10 minute walk through a nice wooded area with a stream running through it. We didn't find much else to do around there but the falls themselves were nice.
Written 23 February 2020
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Christie A
Oak Creek, Wisconsin
We are thinking of stopping on our way to lake Murray, is there a large parking lot-well be towing a boat?
Written 16 February 2020
I’m not sure. We parked in a handicapped slot on the street. I think I saw parking garages since it is pretty much in the downtown area but not sure if it can accommodate a boat.
Written 1 March 2020
at ReedyRides bike rental
City Bike
half day (4 hours) $20
full day (8 hours) $30
weekend (2 days) $55
Kids Bikes and trailers
half day $15
full day $25
Written 11 November 2018
There are a number of rest rooms and they are well marked.
Written 25 December 2018
Hampton Inn is the closest, but Marriott Courtyard and Westin are not much further. Aloft is next. The Hyatt is also downtown and very walkable.
Written 23 May 2018
There are several grassy areas to spread out a blanket. I don’t remember seeing any picnic tables, but there were benches and other places to sit. There are a couple of restaurants right at the park with outside eating areas, and they smelled wonderful!
Written 14 July 2018
No there is no RV parking in the park. It is mainly a walking and bicycling park and view of the falls. Is is located in the old town of Greenville that has been revitalized. Worth driving to from an RV area outside of town.
Written 14 July 2017
there is free and ample parking at county square. it is also very close to falls park. the parking lot is huge and the trolley picks up there on some weekends (baseball games). I live nearby and always park there.
no overnight parking though
Written 23 July 2017
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