Hiking/Mountain
Biking Trail
Midlands Mountain Multiple
Use
(Harbison State Forest)
Trail Map
Description:
Perhaps the finest trail at Harbison State Forest, this blue blazed,
moderately difficult 3.7-mile loop trail provides the feeling of
hiking in the mountains. It starts with a steep climb to a ridge, but
once on top the hike is easier. This trail passes through the Broad
River floodplain, so there are times when the going can be very muddy.
In that event, follow a “detour” trail along the ridge.
Approximately halfway into the trail, you can also watch for a short
spur to Harbison Bluffs where there is a great view of the Broad
River. As the name says, this is a multi-use trail, so mountain bikers
and hikers share the narrow path. There are many interconnecting
trails in the state forest, so you have the opportunity to vary both
the length and difficulty of your hike. Drinking water and restrooms
are available at the Environmental Education Center.
Length:
3.7-mile loop; Harbison State Forest includes an additional 10 miles
of trail.
Fees:
Check the following website for fee
information:
http://www.state.sc.us/forest/permit.htm
Directions:
From Columbia, drive west on Interstate 26 and exit at Harbison
Boulevard. Turn left onto Harbison Boulevard and drive to Broad River
Road. Turn right and the entrance to Harbison State Forest is on the
left, just beyond the next traffic signal. Once in the forest, follow
the gravel road for approximately 1.5 miles to Parking Area 5 on the
right.
Hours:
Gate is open from 8:30 AM until 5:00 PM each day. There is parking
outside the gate for those who want to hike the trail earlier or
later.
Camping:
There is no camping available in Harbison State Forest. There are
numerous commercial camping opportunities available in the Columbia
area.
Information:
Harbison State Forest, PO Box
21707, 5500 Broad River Rd., Columbia, SC 29212,
Telephone:
803-896-8890.
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: October 21, 2005
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