The Saluda Riverwalk was conceived in 1996 as component of the Three Rivers Greenway system proposed by the River Alliance. Funding for this section was secured when Richland County instituted their Penny Tax program, 1% of which funds greenways. The Penny Team broke ground for this project in July 2017, with an anticipated completion of one year. The project got complicated; challenges of building the boardwalk between the river and railroad right of way among the biggest of those challenges. During that time, public demand swelled, regardless of opening status. The greenway offers over 3 miles of paved walkway or boardwalk along the Saluda River, also the greenway is suitable for fishing, floating, walking, running, biking and skating. Additionally, the greenway provides a spectacular view from a boardwalk section back toward the Millrace Rapids. That view promises to be the classic Columbia tourist photo for years to come.

Hours are from 6 am to 9 pm

Saluda Riverwalk is located near Riverbanks Zoo, just off I-126, by taking a right on Candi Lane, and the parking will be on your left.