Hiking Trail

Sugar Loaf Mountain

(Sandhills State Forest)

Description: Beginning at the parking area, this moderately difficult two-loop trail winds through the center of the South Carolina Sandhills. You have the option of hiking the short loop (.7-mile loop) or continuing to hike the whole 1.7 miles. This trail is well maintained and marked, and the soft terrain makes this hike a bit easier on the feet. As you walk through a forest of tall pines and beautiful oak trees, you might see a hawk circling overhead, or a deer hunting for food. Although most of the wild life stays out of sight, they are not out of earshot. The congenial sounds of the local birds provide you with a peaceful background during your entire hike

Length: 1.7-mile loop

Fees: None

Directions: From Hartsville, drive North on Darlington County S-16-20 to US 1. Cross US 1 and drive for approximately 3.0 miles and turn right onto Scotch Road. Drive for 0.5 mile, turn right onto Mountain Road, and the parking area is 1 mile.

Hours: From April through October, the Nature trail is open daily from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. November through March the trail is open from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m.

Camping: Check with the Sandhills State Forest office.

Information: Sandhills State Forest, P.O. Box 128 Hwy 1, Patrick, SC, 29584, Telephone: 843-498-6478.