(Manchester State Forest)

TrailMap

Description: This is the largest of three loop trails in the Manchester Forest and basically follows the perimeter of the area bordered by SC 261 and Sumter County Roads S-43-51 and S-43-808. You will be guided by arrows, which indicate turns and direction of travel. You will wind through a mixture of forest, open area, and some wetland on a trail surface that is a mixture of dirt and sand. Although this area is basically a lowland area, there are enough small hills to make your ride exciting. Be aware if this trail is overused, it  may be closed to allow for recovery. Also, during wet weather there may soft spots and standing water, so please wait for drier conditions to avoid damage, which may require the trail to be closed for maintenance and repairs.

Length: 9.6 miles

Fees: Individual daily permits are $5.00 and annual permits are $25.00.

NOTE: For information about trail closings, click here: Manchester State Forest.

Directions: From Columbia drive east or Sumter drive west on US 378. At SC 261 (Stoplight) drive south for 8.8 miles and bear right on Sumter County S-43-51 (toward Rimini). The entrance to the parking is approximately .6 mile on the left.

Hours: Dawn to dusk.

Camping: Poinsett State Park

Information: Manchester State Forest, 6740 Headquarters Road, Wedgefield, SC, 29168. Telephone: 803-494-8196