Top Adventures in Pickens
Hike Glassy Mountain
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 ac...
1.3 miles
200 ft gain
Paddle on Lake Oolenoy
Part 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 ...
Summit Sassafras Mountain
Pinnacle 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 Overl...
17.2 miles
5041 ft gain
Hike to Table Rock Mountain
While 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...
7.2 miles
2433 ft gain
Backpack the Foothills Trail through the Southeastern Appalachian Mountains
Starting 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. ...
76.2 miles
11036 ft gain
Hike to Twin Falls, SC
Once you get to the destination there should be a small parking area. At the end of this parking area you will see the start of the Twin Falls trail that will be mostly a flat walk. Follow this trail approximately 0.5 miles to the falls. You will...
1 miles
0 ft gain
Hike to Virginia Hawkins Falls (Double Falls)
A moderate to advanced 4.7 hike has many stairs and a lot of ascents and descents along the way. The hike may not be the easiest but the pay off is worth it. The trail is easily marked so no need to worry about getting lost.
4.7 miles
Hike the Asbury Trail to Moonshine Falls
The 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 ...
5.5 miles
800 ft gain
Camp on Lake Jocassee
To avoid the regret of cutting your trip too short, go ahead and book a campsite. Come as a walk-in or reserve your site. Either way, you will have to check in at the Park Office. Upon check-in, you will receive your map and general information....
Kayak to Laurel Fork Falls
This stunning waterfall tumbles down 80 feet before spilling into Lake Jocassee between a slot of shear rock cliffs. However, the catch is not many people see this beautiful location unless you have a boat or are willing to hike a streneous 8-mile...
Take in the View from Caesars Head Overlook
The Drive: Head North on SC Highway 11 "Cherokee Foothills Scenic Highway" towards Table Rock State Park. Follow SC 11 past Table Rock approximately 8 miles where it will merge with SC 8 at Pumpkin Town. Follow SC 8 for another 3-4 miles until you...
0.5 miles
10 ft gain
Hike to Raven Cliff Falls, Caesars Head SP
Location: From the intersection of US276 & SC11, head Northwest on US276. Drive to the top of the mountain, 1 mile past the visitor's center, and The Raven Cliff Falls Parking Area and trail head will be on your right.
From the Raven Cliff F...
8.8 miles
2000 ft gain
Nearby camping, hotels, and more
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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 sloping although the picnic area itself is quite gentle. The... -
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 presently offers camping and a separate day use and boat launching... -
Seneca, South Carolina
Oconee Point
Overview Oconee Point Campground consists of 70 acres of gently sloping area with a relatively dense cover of pines and mixed hardwoods. . The site presently offers camping and boat-launching... -
Tamassee, South Carolina
Cherry Hill Campground
Overview Open April 1 - October 31. Cherry Hill is near the Chattooga Wild and Scenic River, and many miles of hiking trails. Site amenities include centrally-located drinking water, cooking grill... -
Townville, South Carolina
Coneross Park
Overview Coneross Campground is a moderately sloping, heavily wooded 136 acre site of mixed hardwoods and pines. The site presently offers camping and boat launching facilities to include: 1 gat...
