SC Trails

This is a famous Issaqueena trail, with short, tough climbs and tight turns. There are many scenic views of Lake Hartwell along this trail, as well as nice spots to catch a quick breather, too.

Dr. Mary McLeod Bethune was born to former slaves in rural Mayesville in Sumter County, the youngest of 17 children and the only one born into freedom. In Bethune's hometown, there is a lovely park named in her honor, as well as a wonderful nature trail that can be used for an afternoon stroll or bike ride.

This park has recently been renovated with new shelters, a new basketball court, as well as a lovely .4-mile asphalt trail that winds throughout the park. It is a great place for an afternoon stroll.

Drew Park provides an open green space and also includes a nice paved walking path for an afternoon stroll.

Duck Pond actually consists of two ponds, both connected to the main lake and accessible by a single, narrow opening. Abundant cypress, varied vegetation and protection from main-lake wind and boat waves combine to provide outstanding spawning habitat for largemouth bass in the Duck Pond.

This park is operated by the Georgetown County Parks and Recreation Department and provides visitors a paved walking path, ball fields, a basketball court and a playground.

Duncan Park is a large park located in Spartanburg that offers an excellent trail system for walking/hiking and mountain biking.

Dungannon Plantation Heritage Preserve offers a gently rolling, mostly easy-to-follow, foot-traffic only, out-and-back dirt trail through mixed forest and wetland areas.

Back River is accessed from Durham Creek Landing on Cypress Gardens Road, adjacent to the highway bridge. Upon launching, you will paddle to the east – under the highway bridge and the railroad trestle just beyond.

Eagle Trail is a short hiking trail, located within Harbison State Forest, that features trees labeled with their common and scientific names.