SC Trails

Plunging over a granite cliff surrounded by granite walls, Rainbow Falls is spectacular. In the spring, azalea, meadow rue, and Solomon's plume envelope many of the boulders.

This 400-foot waterfall of Matthews Creek is one of the most scenic and photographed waterfalls in the state. It was named for the ravens that breed in the high cliffs forming the falls. Over 180 species of birds have been identified in this region.

Hikers ascend and descend around McKinney Mountain to a rocky area near the top where trail enthusiasts will be treated to a beautiful view of the Blue Ridge Mountains to the west while surrounded by mountain laurel, blueberries, and Bowman’s root.

This is the largest of three loop trails in the Manchester Forest and basically follows the perimeter of the area bordered by SC 261 and Sumter County Roads S-43-51 and S-43-808.

Hikers will experience wetlands areas and bluffs, which at only 40 feet above sea level are the highest points in Georgetown County. The only access to this 3.9-mile loop trail on Sandy Island is by private boat.

Just one of several historic plantations South Carolina is known for, Redcliffe provides a setting for exploring the experiences of the enslaved, as well as the larger institution of slavery, and reflects the historical experiences and impact of the white and black families who lived and worked at the site.The extant slave quarters, mansion and iconic lane of magnolia trees planted in 1860 serve to highlight the plantation’s rich and varied history.

Travelers along Oconee County’s US 76 would never know that just a short walk from the two-lane roadway is a beautiful 30-foot waterfall tucked among the towering trees of Sumter National Forest.

This trip down the Reedy River is the best 3 to 4 hour float in the area. 

This National Recreation Trail follows the Lynches Scenic River from Lynches River County Park to the confluence with the Pee Dee River and an upstream section of the Great Pee Dee River to just below the confluence with the Lynches.

The Ridge Trail is a connector between the Pinnacle Mountain and Table Rock trails. If you ascend the rugged Pinnacle Mountain Trail to the orange-blazed stones at the apex, the Ridge Trail provides an alternate descent.