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The Cottonwood Trail Preserve is a 115 acre urban preserve and trail system located minutes from downtown Spartanburg. The property protects a 1.5 mile stretch of Lawson’s Fork Creek and several feeder streams.

Two distinct types of trails are found in this park. An out and back surfaced trail starts at parking areas on Fork Shoals Road or Henderson Drive. A dirt trail starting from a third parking area on Fork Shoals road features a series of loops through this wetland area and boardwalks to cross water covered areas.

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.

Vereen Memorial Gardens has been a bit of a "Hidden Jewel" for 30 years. The park features numerous hiking trails and wooden boardwalks that extend across several beautiful salt marshes and small islands, with a nice gazebo that overlooks the Intracoastal Waterway.

The nearly 20-mile Prisma Health (formerly Greenville Health System) Swamp Rabbit Trail links cities in upstate South Carolina via a former railroad corridor. The section of Swamp Rabbit Trail in the city of Fountain Inn is the most recent addition.

During their trip down Congress Street, College Street, and through the surrounding neighborhoods, visitors can discover the Town Clock, Cornwallis House, Winnsboro Mushrooms, Greyhound Station, and more. Locals and visitors can also discover the architectural features of the region, including mosquito cottages, Upcountry frame houses, and Greek revival and Federal style houses.

Starting from the parking area this somewhat challenging trail has something for just about everyone. There is enough climbing, fast down hills, and hard packed sections, which allow fairly high speeds to satisfy the intermediates and experts, but may be too much for beginners.