Best Trails in South Carolina

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1

North Carolina, Transylvania County

04 :16 hrs
5.2 mi
93.59662 ft
Expert

This is a gorgeous hike through DuPont State Forest along the Little River that views four waterfalls. The trail first heads west to Hooker Falls, where there is an observation deck and then continues downhill to a nice sandy beach and swimming hole across from the falls. After retracing your steps, the trail then goes southeast to Triple Falls, a 120 foot waterfall and then to High Falls, a 150 foot waterfall. Triple Falls drops in three sections. High Falls can be viewed from an overlook and is remarkable with a covered bridge at the top. The trail then climbs up and crosses the covered bridge and then continues to a smaller Grassy Creek Falls. DuPont State Forest is a mecca for mountain biking and this trail especially is popular for hiking and biking.

2

North Carolina, Jackson County

01 :12 hrs
0.9 mi
168.81763 ft
Moderate

This trail leads to both Whitewater Falls and Laurel Falls, both amazingly over 400 feet waterfalls. The trail leads to an observation deck overlooking Whitewater Falls, said to be the highest waterfall east of the Mississippi River at 411 feet and part of a Natural Heritage Area. From the observation deck, the route leads down old steps on a strenuous decline to the river's edge. There is a footbridge at the base of Laurel Falls, which is a 400 foot waterfall, but only a small portion is visible.

3

South Carolina, Beaufort County

00 :24 hrs
1.2 mi
0.776 ft
Unknown

This coastal state park is situated on a 5000-acre barrier island off the South Carolina coastline and offers over 4 miles of pristine beaches for visitors to enjoy. The area also consists of saltwater lagoons, maritime forests, and marshes that are home to lots of wildlife. The state park campground consists of 100 campsites that can accommodate tents and RVs. Sites include electric and water hookups, picnic tables, and fire pits. Additional state park amenities include restrooms, showers, a dump station, camp store, playground, and boat launch. Campsites are $18-$36 per night and can be reserved online up until the day before arrival. There is one rental cabin available in the state park as well for $250 per night.

4

South Carolina, Georgetown County

00 :18 hrs
0.9 mi
0.642 ft
Unknown

Huntington Beach State Park is home to over 2500 acres of coastal landscape including sandy beaches, freshwater lagoons, maritime forests, salt marshes and more. The state park includes two campground areas for overnight users to enjoy. The north campground loop includes sites that can accommodate tents and RVs of all sizes. The amenities include electric and water hookups, picnic tables, and fire pits. There are also a few sites with sewer hookups as well. Additional state park amenities include restrooms, showers, a dump station, laundry, store, beach access and more. Cost per site will vary depending on the site selected but ranges between $21-$38 per night. Sites can be reserved online up until the day before arrival.

5

South Carolina, Lancaster County

00 :15 hrs
0.6 mi
35.597 ft
Moderate

Caves with stream flowing throughout. Waterfall.

6

South Carolina, Chesterfield County

00 :15 hrs
2.7 mi
22.259094 ft
Easy

Riding through the town of Pageland

7

South Carolina, Pickens County

04 :21 hrs
3.3 mi
596.22754 ft
Expert

Considered by many as one of the best mountain hikes in all of South Carolina, this steep trail takes one past several waterfalls initially, then eventually to the summit of Table Rock Mountain, from which you will have an unparalleled view of the surrounding mountains and lakes. Definitely considered a 'must-do' hike by any serious hiker in the region.

8

South Carolina, Pickens County

02 :36 hrs
2.7 mi
186.72809 ft
Hard

This trail takes you through the Eastatoe Heritage Preserve and offers great views of the surrounding Sassafras Mountains, the Eastatoe Creek where you are sure to see Rainbow Trout (also a popular fishing area), and the pretty 60’ Eastatoe Falls. Also, due to the unusual humidity in the area, three rare tropical ferns can be found that cannot be seen elsewhere in North America.

9

South Carolina, Pickens County

01 :33 hrs
6.1 mi
86.746185 ft
Hard

This mountain biking adventure near Issaqueena Lake offers a beautiful trail that can be ridden in either direction. Issaqueena Lake sits near the convergence of Little River and Keowee Lake. There are lots of technical sections with roots and at least one 2' step-up and a rock drop. Flora that you will see on this adventure include cypress, a variety of oak and birch. Wildlife that you may see include Bald Eagles, frogs, alligators, Broad Winged Hawks and falcons.

10

North Carolina, Gastonia

01 :51 hrs
1.8 mi
219.811 ft
Moderate

Located in Crowders Mountain State Park, this hike leads to the top of The Pinnacle, one of the two main peaks located within park, with the other being Crowder's Mountain. The trail gradually climbs through the forest and then becomes very rocky, passing through a small boulder field until it reaches the forest again. The top of The Pinnacle is very rocky again and has very interesting rock formations. The view from the top is amazing.

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