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Laurens, South Carolina

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  • Clinton, South Carolina

    British Camp Trail

    5.0
    1.04 mi / 187 ft gain
    British 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. 
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  • Pelzer, South Carolina

    Cedar Falls Park Trail

    2 mi / 190 ft gain
    Cedar 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. 
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  • Pelzer, South Carolina

    Interpretive Jo Peeler Nature Trail

    3.7
    0.74 mi / 151 ft gain
    There 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.
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  • Carlisle, South Carolina

    Mountain Bike Croft State Park

    4.0
    16 mi
    Croft 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...
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  • Greenville, South Carolina

    Lake Conestee Nature Park Loop

    2.39 mi / 194 ft gain
    Lake 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. 
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  • Greenville, South Carolina

    Hike Swamp Rabbit Trail to Reedy River Falls

    4.5
    3 mi / 100 ft gain
    Swamp 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...
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  • Easley, South Carolina

    Doodle Trail

    5.0
    7.64 mi / 358 ft gain
    Doodle Trail is a point-to-point trail that takes you through a nice forest located near Easley, South Carolina.
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  • Little Mountain, South Carolina

    Take a Stroll on the Palmetto Trail across the Broad River Trestle

    4.5
    1 mi / 0 ft gain
    The Palmetto Trail is a mountains-to-sea trail in South Carolina that will stretch 425 miles across the state when completed. Currently there are sections of the the trail that are complete and can be hiked or biked on. One of these sections is in the Midlands of SC and is called the Peak to Pros...
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  • Prosperity, South Carolina

    Camp at Dreher Island

    Camping at Lake Dreher is lovely year round! If you want to swim then I suggest April-September. The summer is hot! I suggest camping in a hammock if you go in the heat. The island is easy to get to and about 45 min from downtown Columbia. Make reservations early for campsites as they go months i...
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  • Gaffney, South Carolina

    Drive the Cherokee Foothills National Scenic Byway

    This 118 mile drive in South Carolina can be driven during different seasons (storms permitting). Along this route, aside from stunning views of the Blue Ridge Mountains, you'll have the opportunity to take in historic locations, towns, and monuments. Make sure to bring your camera! Here is a lin...
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  • Pendleton, South Carolina

    Bike the Fant's Grove Trails in the Clemson Experimental Forest

    20 mi / 1985 ft gain
    Fant'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...
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  • Pickens, South Carolina

    Hike Glassy Mountain

    5.0
    1.3 mi / 200 ft gain
    This 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 ...
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Camping and Lodging in Laurens

Poplar Springs
Laurens, South Carolina

Poplar Springs

Newberry / I-26 / Sumter NF KOA Journey
Kinards, South Carolina

Newberry / I-26 / Sumter NF KOA Journey

Singing Pines
Anderson, South Carolina

Singing Pines

Anderson / Lake Hartwell KOA Holiday
Anderson, South Carolina

Anderson / Lake Hartwell KOA Holiday

River Forks
Anderson, South Carolina

River Forks

Travelers Rest / N Greenville KOA Holiday
Travelers Rest, South Carolina

Travelers Rest / N Greenville KOA Holiday

Guides, Insights and Stories from Laurens

13 Reasons You Should Make Greenville, SC Your Next Adventure Destination

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