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Peak to Prosperity Passage (Palmetto Trail)

10.2 mi

State: SC

Crushed Stone, Dirt, Sand

Pelion Rail Trail

0.8 mi

State: SC

Asphalt

Vista Greenway

0.8 mi

State: SC

Concrete

Sumter Cypress Trail

5 mi

State: SC

Dirt, Grass

Three Rivers Greenway

19.4 mi

State: SC

Asphalt

Congaree Boardwalk Loop

2.4 mi

State: SC

Boardwalk, Dirt

Shot Pouch Greenway

3.4 mi

State: SC

Asphalt

Wateree Passage (Palmetto Trail)

11.4 mi

State: SC

Boardwalk, Dirt, Grass, Sand

Williston Rail-Trail

1.6 mi

State: SC

Asphalt

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Trail Image	Trail Name	States	Length	Surface	Rating
	Peak to Prosperity Passage (Palmetto Trail) The Peak to Prosperity Passage segment of the Palmetto Trail offers an easy, flat route for most of its 10-mile journey. The views from the bridges are beautiful, plus there are ample opportunities...	SC	10.2 mi	Crushed Stone, Dirt, Sand	13 reviews
	Pelion Rail Trail The small town of Pelion lies 22 miles southwest of the South Carolina capital, Columbia. The town boasts its own rail-trail, a 0.8 mile walking path occupying a disused railway track. The trail is...	SC	0.8 mi	Asphalt	2 reviews
	Vista Greenway Traveling for nearly a mile in downtown Columbia, this first segment of the Vista Greenway features a 100-year-old railroad tunnel stretching 400 feet under Lincoln Street. Although short, the new...	SC	0.8 mi	Concrete	2 reviews
	Sumter Cypress Trail The Sumter Cypress Trail begins near the golf course in Sumter's Dillon Park. The trail is unmarked but is mostly level and follows a dirt road and grassy path through the woods and open fields. You...	SC	5 mi	Dirt, Grass	6 reviews
	Three Rivers Greenway Closure Notice: There are several closure notices in effect for the Three Rivers Trail. Two bridges are closed, the Roberto Clemente Bridge is closed until December 2023 and the Three Sisters Bridge...	SC	19.4 mi	Asphalt	18 reviews
	Congaree Boardwalk Loop The Congaree Boardwalk Loop is a popular trail located in the Congaree National Park in Richland, South Carolina. This 2.4-mile loop is an excellent way to explore the beautiful landscape of this...	SC	2.4 mi	Boardwalk, Dirt	0 reviews
	Shot Pouch Greenway The Shot Pouch Greenway is a multiuse trail connecting Dillon Park and Swan Lake-Iris Gardens in the city of Sumter. Serving as a vital transportation link for the surrounding communities, the trail...	SC	3.4 mi	Asphalt	0 reviews
	Wateree Passage (Palmetto Trail) Wateree Passage is part of the Palmetto Trail, a developing trail system that stretches over 500 miles across the state. The trail is known for its wildlife, including deer, wild turkey, and a variety...	SC	11.4 mi	Boardwalk, Dirt, Grass, Sand	0 reviews
	Williston Rail-Trail The Williston Rail-Trail runs between East Main Street and West Main Street in the small Barnwell County community of Williston. The paved trail serves as a safe route to school for students in the...	SC	1.6 mi	Asphalt	0 reviews

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Recent Trail Reviews

Pelion Rail Trail

Level, peaceful trial

September, 2023 by scknothead

I enjoy walking and jogging this trail. It’s a great way to get a quick workout into your day.

Peak to Prosperity Passage (Palmetto Trail)

It’s a nice ride

June, 2023 by lzrus2018

Did the whole thing yesterday (and of course back). It’s in great shape. Some rocky stretches that is akin to riding in a gravel road. But those are infrequent and temporary. A couple dead spots in a couple trellises but a very nice ride and other than the first terrain after leaving the eastern parking it’s flat.

Peak to Prosperity Passage (Palmetto Trail)

Update

September, 2022 by wqc5m2qfj9

9/12/22 -- Downed trees are now taken care of.

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Peak to Prosperity Passage (Palmetto Trail)

Trail is blocked by downed trees about a mile west of Hwy 176.

August, 2022 by jamwall

Trail is blocked by downed trees about a mile west of Hwy 176.

Pelion Rail Trail

great trail

May, 2022 by kpfhcns87p

Nice lit trail.

Peak to Prosperity Passage (Palmetto Trail)

recommend highly

January, 2022 by rjxqbczqmk

We rode from Pomaria behind Wilsons grocery to Peak and back about 13 miles. Mostly small gravel a few spots still have larger gravel. Flat and very peaceful. Some tresses need some new boards but this is a very nice trail.

Three Rivers Greenway

Too narrow for bicycles

July, 2021 by howlin

Great walking trail, well maintained, but a bit narrow for bicycles, especially on the bridges and board walks.

Peak to Prosperity Passage (Palmetto Trail)

Alston Trailhead - Taking me back to Nature!

May, 2021 by bdowlin1_tl

I absolutely love the trail. Mile by mile it is an escape from my busy life. I enjoy spotting birds, including large birds like owls, herons and hawks. Watching turtles on crowded logs while the otters swim and play. And if you like snakes watch closely and you will occasionally find them sunning alongside the trail. I’ve invested in rain gear just so I can see the forest come to life with small streams and waterfalls leading to the busy creeks and feeding the river. And so much more to see!

Three Rivers Greenway

Beautiful trail

May, 2021 by rebecca.johnson7

Took my dog and we had a blast. It was so peaceful and serene. There are markers with information on them about the land which was interesting to read. It’s paved all the way through the trail we went on which was nice. Definitely will go back!