Greenville County, South Carolina
Top Spots in and near Greenville County
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Greenville, South Carolina
Lake Conestee Nature Park Loop
2.39 mi / 194 ft gainLake Conestee Nature Park Loop is a family-friendly loop trail located near Greenville, South Carolina. This trail makes for a great stroll and opportunity to do some birdwatching along the route. There are plenty of insects in the warmer months, so you may want to consider packing repellent.Read more -
Pelzer, South Carolina
Interpretive Jo Peeler Nature Trail
3.70.74 mi / 151 ft gainThere are three loop trail options at this 65-acre park, all beginning at the kiosk. The interpretive Jo Peeler Nature Trail is an easy 0.6 mile tour of the park, while the white trail is rated as a medium length hike, and the blue trail as long. Leashed dogs are permitted at the park.Read more -
Pelzer, South Carolina
Cedar Falls Park Trail
2 mi / 190 ft gainCedar Falls Park Trail is a loop trail that takes you by a waterfall located near Pelzer, South Carolina. The loop is both family friendly and dog friendly (please keep your pup on-leash). There's also a park at the entrance for the kiddos before or after walking/hiking the trail.Read more -
Greenville, South Carolina
Hike Swamp Rabbit Trail to Reedy River Falls
4.53 mi / 100 ft gainSwamp Rabbit Trail is a 21 mile-long paved walkway that closely follows the Reedy River in Downtown Greenville. Over a half-a-million people visit the trail each year, but few ever walk the whole thing. What most people don’t know, is that it begins on a different river: the Enoree river and wind...Read more -
Easley, South Carolina
Doodle Trail
5.07.64 mi / 358 ft gainDoodle Trail is a point-to-point trail that takes you through a nice forest located near Easley, South Carolina.Read more -
Pickens, South Carolina
Hike Glassy Mountain
5.01.3 mi / 200 ft gainThis view never gets old and it is super easy to access. It's also only like half a mile down and then half a mile back up, so if you do watch the sunset, the walk back is easy. The trail is out by Glassy Mountain Church in Pickens, SC and it's accessible year round. The hike is very simple, and ...Read more -
Carlisle, South Carolina
Mountain Bike Croft State Park
4.016 miCroft State Park, called Tour de' Dump by locals, is a 7,000 acre state park containing a lake, a river, horse back riding, recreational fields, etc. but it is more commonly known for its mountain biking. Made up of a little more than 16 miles of trails you can enter the Southside Loop Trail fro...Read more -
Cleveland, South Carolina
Wildcat Wayside Nature Trail
3.01.03 mi / 266 ft gainWildcat Wayside Nature Trail is a loop trail that takes you by a waterfall located near Cleveland, South Carolina.Read more -
Clinton, South Carolina
British Camp Trail
5.01.04 mi / 187 ft gainBritish Camp Trail is a loop trail that takes you by a river located near Clinton, South Carolina. This trail is great for a walk to stretch your legs with scenic views of the river and historic markers along the route providing interesting educational pieces.Read more -
Pendleton, South Carolina
Bike the Fant's Grove Trails in the Clemson Experimental Forest
20 mi / 1985 ft gainFant's Grove is part of Clemson University property and is housed inside of the southern end of the Clemson Experimental Forest. The property is managed by Clemson University, and the trail weaves through prescribed burned areas, loblolly pine stands, agriculture fields, wildlife openings and fee...Read more -
Pickens, South Carolina
Paddle on Lake Oolenoy
5.0Part of Table Rock State Park, Lake Oolenoy is a 67-acre lake providing private boat access for kayaks, canoes, or small boats with electric trolling motors.To get to the boat ramp, when traveling on scenic Highway 11, turn Sah Ka Na Ga View Road on the opposite side of the road as the Table Rock...Read more -
150 Asbury Drive, South Carolina
Hike the Asbury Trail to Moonshine Falls
5.5 mi / 800 ft gainThe trail to the Matthews Creek cable bridge crossing is easy. The cable crossing is fine - fun for some and a do-able challenge for others. After the creek, to get to Moonshine Falls, turn RIGHT at the post which indicates a trail both left and right. This is the Naturaland Trail in Caesars Hea...Read more -
Pickens, South Carolina
Summit Sassafras Mountain
5.017.2 mi / 5041 ft gainPinnacle Trail begins by the Nature Center in Table Rock State Park. Keep left at the first three splits in the trail. You will make some creek crossings, gain elevation through the forest, and pass by Mills Creek Falls (25 ft). At Bald Rock Overlook, you can catch some nice views of Table Rock M...Read more -
Pickens, South Carolina
Backpack the Foothills Trail through the Southeastern Appalachian Mountains
5.076.2 mi / 11036 ft gainStarting at Table Rock State Park (South Carolina) and working your 76.2 miles way towards Oconee State Park (South Carolina) is the most popular route, with a few spur trails that lead to places like Raven Cliff Falls in Cesar's Head State Park. The trail gains ~11,036 feet in elevation with ano...Read more -
Pickens, South Carolina
Hike to Table Rock Mountain
4.57.2 mi / 2433 ft gainWhile the Piedmont Foothills may sound deceptive, this is no easy trail. The first two miles of the Table Rock Trail take you soaring through the trees at a rapid pace. The trail is extremely well kept, but harsh and tough. A little before the two mile marker is a wooden shelter which is a great ...Read more -
Greenville County, South Carolina
Hike to Rainbow Falls and Pretty Place
5.05.96 mi / 1844 ft gainJones Gap State Park in the Upstate of South Carolina is one of the most beautiful parks in the state offering a good range of moderate and challenging hiking and backpacking trails through the Mountain Bridge Wilderness Area. Jones Gap also provides superb primitive camping sites along the rocky...Read more
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Camping and Lodging in Greenville County
Laurens, South Carolina
Poplar Springs
Overview
Poplar Springs Recreation Area is a 24 acre site with moderate slopes with relatively dense stands of pines and mixed hardwoods...
Travelers Rest, South Carolina
Travelers Rest / N Greenville KOA Holiday
This is a great place for a weekend getaway or relaxing vacation. Deluxe Cabins come with kitchenettes, full baths, dishes, linens and a ...
Clemson, South Carolina
Twelve Mile
Overview
Twelve Mile Recreation Area consists of 26 acres of pine and mixed hardwood. The interior portion of Twelve Mile is moderately ...
Anderson, South Carolina
Singing Pines
Overview
Singing Pines Recreation Area consists of 42 acres. The site presently offers day-use and boat-launching facilities consisting...
Anderson, South Carolina
Anderson / Lake Hartwell KOA Holiday
Get a good night's sleep at this quiet KOA before exploring the area. This classic campground offers many opportunities to visit the area...
Seneca, South Carolina
Twin Lakes (Sc)
Overview
Twin Lakes Recreation Area is a 152-acre site consisting of a dense overstory of pines and mixed hardwoods. The site present...