SC Trails

The Congaree Bluffs Heritage Preserve has trails that range from easy to strenuous, as well as an observation deck that offers scenic views overlooking the meandering Congaree River.

The 627-acre preserve is loaded with history and hikers can enjoy a loop though the woods which is several miles long and goes by many of the ponds and historic features.

Astonishing biodiversity exists in Congaree National Park, the largest intact expanse of old growth bottomland hardwood forest remaining in the southeastern United States. Waters from the Congaree and Wateree Rivers sweep through the floodplain, carrying nutrients and sediments that nourish and rejuvenate this ecosystem and support the growth of national and state champion trees.

The 50-mile Congaree River Blue Trail connects the City of Columbia, the Three Rivers Greenway, and rural communities to Congaree National Park, the largest wilderness in South Carolina.

Conway’s oldest thoroughfare is the deep, rich, black water of the beautiful Waccamaw River. Along the riverfront, you can enjoy taking a stroll on the Riverwalk or visit Riverfront Park at the Conway Marina.

The Cooper River Heritage Trail is an underwater diving trail consisting of six sites that range from a Revolutionary War British gunboat to a work barge.

This 1.5 mile trail around Old Levi Mill Lake is no ordinary nature trail. Named after a naturally occurring limestone made of broken seashells, the Coquina Trail passes through a surprisingly mountain-like environment considering its locale within central South Carolina.

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.

This City of Fountain Inn park offers a 1/2 mile paved trail that has plenty of scenic settings with swings and benches for you to stop and enjoy nature.

Cowasee was completed in early 2016 and is the newest trail in Poinsett State Park.