The Best Trails in South Carolina (United States)

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  • Chattooga River whitewater rafting

    Rafting
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    near Longcreek, South Carolina (United States)
    Author
    ShaynJeff
    Distance
    8.20mi
    Elevation +
    925f
    TrailRank
    26
    Photo ofChattooga River whitewater rafting Photo ofChattooga River whitewater rafting Photo ofChattooga River whitewater rafting

    7/15/20, 2:49 PM 8 mile Whitewater rafting in SC Class III and IV Bull Sluice. Half a mile hike down to the river from the drop off with gears and rafts and half a mile hike up the steep hill back to the bus. Picnic on t...

  • Horseshoe creek heading up

    Kayak\/Canoe
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    near Burnt Church Crossroads, South Carolina (United States)
    Author
    clvgne
    Distance
    2.93nm
    Elevation +
    3f
    TrailRank
    26
    Photo ofHorseshoe creek heading up Photo ofHorseshoe creek heading up Photo ofHorseshoe creek heading up

    Outgoing tide left it hard to continue due to fallen trees. Weather 55 10mph winds water temp 53.1. Very cold for shorts and t shirt. Rained earlier so had no sun. Still always nice to be on the water.

  • Hilton Head Island - Beach walk #2

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    near Sea Pines Plantation, South Carolina (United States)
    Author
    Hiking Bear
    Distance
    4.29mi
    Elevation +
    3f
    TrailRank
    26
    Photo ofHilton Head Island - Beach walk #2 Photo ofHilton Head Island - Beach walk #2 Photo ofHilton Head Island - Beach walk #2

    Hilton Head Island has beautiful beaches which you can walk for miles. Esp at low tide they are very wide and are easy to walk, jog and bike on. We cut our walk down to 90min but you can extend it and walk all the way to...

  • Saluda Shoals Cycling

    Road Bike
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    near Walden, South Carolina (United States)
    Author
    The Andy
    Distance
    4.44mi
    Elevation +
    3f
    TrailRank
    26
    Photo ofSaluda Shoals Cycling Photo ofSaluda Shoals Cycling Photo ofSaluda Shoals Cycling

    Saluda Shoals is a really nice park with a lot of biking trails. Our ride takes us along the banks of the Saluda River.

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  • J. Strom Thurmond Dam at Clark's Hill Lake

    Kayak\/Canoe
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    near Clarks Hill, South Carolina (United States)
    Author
    chicotbill
    with Chicotgal
    Distance
    0.82nm
    Elevation +
    3f
    TrailRank
    25
    Photo ofJ. Strom Thurmond Dam at Clark's Hill Lake Photo ofJ. Strom Thurmond Dam at Clark's Hill Lake Photo ofJ. Strom Thurmond Dam at Clark's Hill Lake

    One of four legs of the Serene 18 Paddle Trail in Columbia County, GA. As we were doing all four legs in two days and up against the clock, we had to "cheat" on this one. Paddled below the dam for a quickie, but got to p...

  • Brasstown Falls, SC

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    near Battle Creek, South Carolina (United States)
    Author
    rainbowpeach
    Distance
    1.78mi
    Elevation +
    174f
    TrailRank
    24
    Photo ofBrasstown Falls, SC Photo ofBrasstown Falls, SC Photo ofBrasstown Falls, SC

    Length: 0.3 miles, one way Locations: From Westminster, drive west 12 miles on US 76 and turn left on Brasstown Road. Drive 4.2 miles and turn right onto FS 751. Drive 0.5 miles on FS 751 and park. *Black Mountain Rd o...

  • River Walk Path

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    near Five Forks, South Carolina (United States)
    Author
    SeanSouth
    Distance
    3.68mi
    Elevation +
    36f
    TrailRank
    23

    This a private path for use by River Walk residents and their guests. We walked beside a creek on paved paths through the woods and over small bridges. We spotted a belted kingfisher and a great blue heron along the way....

  • Raven Cliff Falls

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    near Caesars Head, South Carolina (United States)
    Author
    SeanSouth
    Distance
    8.94mi
    Elevation +
    2205f
    TrailRank
    23

    This 5+ hour hike in Caesars Head State Park included the tallest waterfall in South Carolina, a well-built observation deck, a suspension bridge atop the falls, and a cable crossing over a river. Trails are well-groomed...

  • Mountain Creek trail @ Paris Mtn.

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    near Sylvan Hills, South Carolina (United States)
    Author
    Runner in Black
    Distance
    2.85mi
    Elevation +
    98f
    TrailRank
    23
    Photo ofMountain Creek trail @ Paris Mtn. Photo ofMountain Creek trail @ Paris Mtn. Photo ofMountain Creek trail @ Paris Mtn.

    From park entrance, follow road down to stop sign and turn right. Continue on and you'll see a parking area and pavillion on the right. Keep going and you will see a pavillion off to the left. Turn down and find parking....

  • Old Santee canal park

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    near Stony Landing, South Carolina (United States)
    Author
    clvgne
    Distance
    2.44mi
    Elevation +
    102f
    TrailRank
    23
    Photo ofOld Santee canal park Photo ofOld Santee canal park Photo ofOld Santee canal park

    Very nice hiking. There are a lot of Observation view points that will have a lot of wildlife during spring/summer. Seen a turtle and few birds today. Can be slippery after rain and when damp. Some portions are wood walk...

  • Hilton Head Island - Sea Pines Forest Preserve

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    near Lawton, South Carolina (United States)
    Author
    Hiking Bear
    Distance
    1.19mi
    Elevation +
    10f
    TrailRank
    23
    Photo ofHilton Head Island - Sea Pines Forest Preserve Photo ofHilton Head Island - Sea Pines Forest Preserve Photo ofHilton Head Island - Sea Pines Forest Preserve

    Situated in the Sea Pines area of Hilton Head Island, this forest preserves feels otherworldly. Well maintained but still feeling a bit wild and untouched. Has a number of lakes and hence great for alligator watching. We...

  • Sawmill Ridges

    Mountain Bike
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    near Creekside, South Carolina (United States)
    Author
    afedynich
    Distance
    3.94mi
    Elevation +
    10f
    TrailRank
    23
    Photo ofSawmill Ridges Photo ofSawmill Ridges Photo ofSawmill Ridges

    4 part mountain bike trail. Follow the three legs of the yellow single diamond then catch the red diamond to head out of the trails or hit the yellows again for another lap.

  • Patriots Point Nature Trail

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    near Bayview Acres, South Carolina (United States)
    Author
    SoukEye
    Distance
    1.85mi
    Elevation +
    3f
    TrailRank
    22
    Photo ofPatriots Point Nature Trail Photo ofPatriots Point Nature Trail Photo ofPatriots Point Nature Trail

    A great trail to hike, bike, or walk a dog on. Features many overlooks including a scenic overlook over the harbor, dog poop bags with trash cans, and signs stating interesting trees and plants. About a mile long to the ...

  • Croft State Park Spartanburg,SC

    Horseback Riding
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    near Foster Mill, South Carolina (United States)
    Author
    cblew
    Distance
    3.41mi
    Elevation +
    436f
    TrailRank
    22

    Several trail loops for horses and with stalls to rent and campground too. Show ring available for shows and clinics. The Palmetto Trail goes through this park too.

  • Palmetto Trail: Pennell Road to Vaughns Gap

    Hiking
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    near Lake Lanier, South Carolina (United States)
    Author
    Kelvala
    Distance
    6.81mi
    Elevation +
    1611f
    TrailRank
    22
    Photo ofPalmetto Trail: Pennell Road to Vaughns Gap

    Palmetto Trail: Pennell Road to Vaughns Gap is a 8 mile moderately trafficked out and back trail located near Landrum, South Carolina that features a waterfall and is rated as difficult. The trail is primarily used for h...

  • Twin Ponds

    Hiking
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    near Lake Lanier, South Carolina (United States)
    Author
    Kelvala
    Distance
    3.44mi
    Elevation +
    377f
    TrailRank
    22
    Photo ofTwin Ponds

    Twin Ponds is a 3.4 mile lightly trafficked loop trail located near Landrum, South Carolina that features a lake and is good for all skill levels. The trail offers a number of activity options. Dogs are also able to use ...

  • Cycling - Myrtle Beach, SC

    Road Bike
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    near Burgess, South Carolina (United States)
    Author
    ant1606
    Distance
    37.02mi
    Elevation +
    755f
    TrailRank
    22
    Photo ofCycling - Myrtle Beach, SC Photo ofCycling - Myrtle Beach, SC Photo ofCycling - Myrtle Beach, SC

    Cycling - Mix of shared roads and cycling paths for a Sunday ride. Tips: Myrtle Beach boardwalk stretches between 2nd Ave Pier and Pier 14. Bicycles are allowed on the boardwalk between Labor Day and April 30 but due...

  • Carrick Creek Trail at Table Rock State Park

    Hiking
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    near Knob (historical), South Carolina (United States)
    Author
    wikiwombat
    Distance
    2.02mi
    Elevation +
    361f
    TrailRank
    22| Rating 4.67
    Photo ofCarrick Creek Trail at Table Rock State Park Photo ofCarrick Creek Trail at Table Rock State Park Photo ofCarrick Creek Trail at Table Rock State Park

    A two mile woodland loop hike starting from the nature center at Table Rock State Park, South Carolina. The walk goes up one stream and down another. Lots of rhododendrons along the streams and plenty of mountain laurels...

    It’s a loop, and whichever way you go up can be difficult for those who are out of shape. But the way down is easy.
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  • Swamp Fox Legs 1&2

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    near Awendaw, South Carolina (United States)
    Author
    cdopson3
    Distance
    17.01mi
    Elevation +
    1827f
    TrailRank
    22

    mostly flat and can be wet at times. first 8 miles is very active with people, last leg not so much. We were forced from the trail by DNR where my trail doesn't match the standard map, but we went to the Apple Old Cemete...

  • Cycling - Pawleys Island, SC

    Road Bike
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    near Woodville Acres, South Carolina (United States)
    Author
    ant1606
    Distance
    17.45mi
    Elevation +
    413f
    TrailRank
    20
    Photo ofCycling - Pawleys Island, SC Photo ofCycling - Pawleys Island, SC Photo ofCycling - Pawleys Island, SC

    Cycling - Compact fine sand inspires beach rides in Pawleys Island, South Carolina, just south of Myrle Beach. The first part up to the breakwater at Murrels Inlet was into a 30 mph constant wind, which made the way back...

  • Little Gap Trail - Dreher Island SP

    Hiking
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    near Ella, South Carolina (United States)
    Author
    The Andy
    Distance
    2.86mi
    Elevation +
    72f
    TrailRank
    20
    Photo ofLittle Gap Trail - Dreher Island SP Photo ofLittle Gap Trail - Dreher Island SP Photo ofLittle Gap Trail - Dreher Island SP

    This is a nice balloon trail through the park. Taking the right turn at the start of the balloon, will quickly bring you to the remains of a chimney that was part of an old house. The site isn't marked, so I'm not sure w...

  • Start of the Palmetto Trail, the Awendaw Passage

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    near Buck Hall, South Carolina (United States)
    Author
    wikiwombat
    Distance
    4.68mi
    Elevation +
    49f
    TrailRank
    19

    This track starts at Buckhall Campground near the beginning of the Palmetto Trail which traverses 425 miles across the state of South Carolina. This section travels through maritime forests of live oak and palmetto trees...

  • KEDE KVNC IFR 20 March 2021

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    near Cape Colony, North Carolina (United States)
    Author
    MrDano
    Distance
    770.84mi
    Elevation +
    27402f
    TrailRank
    19
    Photo ofKEDE KVNC IFR 20 March 2021 Photo ofKEDE KVNC IFR 20 March 2021 Photo ofKEDE KVNC IFR 20 March 2021

    Nice trip. 4-5,000 altitude for head wind avoidance. Altitude recorded useless data points. https://flightaware.com/live/flight/N197AW/history/20210320/1314Z/

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