Description: From the parking area, walk toward the lake, pass around a gate, and begin to cross the earthen dam. You will see the sign for the trailhead on the right. Descend from the dam and cross a running stream via a wooden footbridge amid fern and ground foliage. Pine and hardwood trees provide shelter and food for wildlife including deer, and songbirds. At approximately .2 mile the trail splits to form a loop, and you will need to turn left at this junction. Several footpaths divert from the main trail, so watch for the markers to stay on the main trail. Just before you complete the loop, you will pass a bench where you can stop, rest, and just listen to the birds. Insect repellant, and proper footwear are recommended. Pets are allowed on leashes. Swimming, boating and fishing in the lake are not permitted.

Length: 1.0-mile loop trail.

Fees: None.

Directions: From Columbia, drive northeast on I-20 to Exit 80. Turn left on Clemson Road. Drive to the intersection with Two Notch Road and turn right. The entrance to the Clemson Sandhillls Research Center is less than 0.5 mile on the left. Cross the railroad tracks, and turn right. Follow the sand road down the hill to the parking area.

Hours: 8:00 a.m. - dusk.

Camping: No camping.

Information: Clemson University Sandhills Research and Education Center, P O Box 23205, Columbia, SC, 29224. Telephone: 803-788-5700