SC Trails

The Outdoor Learning Lab at Batesburg-Leesville High School features an easy-to-follow nature trail that follows Gin Branch Creek—a small rippling stream with large rocks located on the far side of the path. This trail is unknown to most and absolutely worth the short hike for trail enthusiasts.

The Outlaw trail has great flow with some technical sections thrown in.

This park, next to Owens Field Airport in downtown Columbia, is home to a 15,000 square-foot outdoor skate park. Starting from the parking area of Memorial Stadium, this easy walking dirt trail starts by following a small creek. You can also enhance your walk by playing Frisbee golf as you go from one basket to the next.

Located near the confluence of the Pacolet River and the Lawson’s Fork, the 258 acre preserve protects two prehistoric soapstone outcrops that date back 3-5,000 years ago and provides habitat for uncommon plant species. The preserve is a great place to spend an afternoon hiking and enjoying nature.

Located in Plum Branch, South Carolina, Hamilton Branch State Park occupies a peninsula on the 70,000-acre Lake Thurmond. This hiking trail is an easy 1.5-mile loop.

The trails in Palmetto Islands County Park have something for everyone — from a nature lover to those who are just out for casual exercise — Palmetto Islands is a must-see Charleston County park.

This Town of Mount Pleasant recreation complex offers many recreational amenities including ball fields, tennis courts, a lake pavilion, as well as scenic walking trails.

Parsons Mountain Off Highway Vehicle (OHV) Trail is located in the northern portion of the Long Cane Ranger District. The trail is only managed for allterrain vehicles (ATV) and dirt bikes. Jeeps, Hummers and other four-wheel-drive vehicles are not permitted. Golf carts also are not allowed.

Parsons Mountain Recreation Area is located in the northern portion of the Long Cane Ranger District. The area offers relaxation and solitude as well as easy access to a variety of recreation activities. The Parsons Mountain Lake Trail and Parsons Mountain Tower Trail incorporate the upstate’s rich history and diverse wildlife habitat.

Patriot Park is open to walkers, runners and bicyclists from dawn to dusk daily.