Hiking/Mt. Biking Trail

Hiking/Mountain Biking Trail
Blackstock Battlefield Passage of the Palmetto Trail
(Union County)

Description: From the parking area, this moderately difficult loop trail encircles what was the scene of the Battle of Blackstock, which took place on November 18, 1760. During the battle, 96 British troops were killed and buried on this site. The land has not been disturbed since the battle and evidence of some placements are still evident. Displays throughout the area show information about plants and animals in this area.

No motorized vehicles are allowed. Insect repellent is recommended during the warm months.

For additional information from Palmetto Trail users: Trail Talk

Length: 1.5 miles. Other roads and trails in this area add approximately 2.5 miles.

Fees: No fee.

Directions: From Exit 44 on I-26, drive through Cross Anchor on SC 49 and enter Union County. Turn left onto Blackstock Road (Union County S-44-51), drive 1.6 miles, and turn right onto Battlefield Road. At the fork, bear left onto Monument Road. The parking area is approximately 1.0 mile on the left.

From Spartanburg, drive south on SC 56 and cross over the Tyger River. Turn left onto Blackstock Road (Spartanburg County S-42-115). Drive 1.4 miles and turn left onto Battlefield Road. At the fork, bear left onto Monument Road. The parking area is approximately 1.0 mile on the left.

Hours: Dawn to dusk

Camping: Camping near the Tyger River in the designated area.

Information: Palmetto Conservation Foundation, P.O. Box 1984, Spartanburg, SC 29304, or Trail Talk

South Carolina State Trails Program
South Carolina Department of Parks, Recreation and Tourism
1205 Pendleton Street :: Columbia, SC 29201 :: 803-734-0173
Webmaster: bswanson@scprt.com
Updated: January 25, 2007
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