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Flat with a slight slope. Great beginner trail
Rode from the rec center north to the end and then returned to the south end where it ends at the golf course. Not near as busy as other trails I’ve ridden. Shady most of the way with water stops along the way. There are plenty of spurs to explore if you want to ride farther. I think we logged just over 14 miles. Was able to park my c class rv in the shade near the trail. The Bergen rd parking lot was too small
A bit short for bikers, but well maintained, well designed, mostly shaded and mostly flat trail
We hit the trail about 9 am for an out and back ride. Pretty quiet early on a Monday morning. Gentle slopes but no big climbs. My wife had a good time on her pedal assist e-bike. A few road crossings but only one busy at the Easley end of the trail. We rode from Pickens to Easley and back. Plenty of parking on the Pickens end. I was able to park my class C camper pretty easily.
On April 15, 2026 my wife and I "e-biked" the trail beginning at the southern hwy 52 trailhead. We are active, fit retirees at 70 years old. The trailhead is spacious but has no accomodations ( restroom, water, garbage can , etc. ) Immediately you are challenged to cross a 5-lane highway ( use the turn lane as somewhat of a safety island ) . The initial trail through the mostly pine forest was shady, poorly marked, and with significant surface roots on average every 4-5 feet of trail. Leaving the pine forest as you approach the dam you will need to portage your bikes across a railroad track ( no crossings provided ). Again signage was found lacking and we were unsure of the trail location or direction. BTW, the trail description posted on this site is woefully lacking and somewhat inaccurate. We used google maps to confirm that the trail was actually at the top of the levee / dam. There are actually two trails / service roads that parallel the lake. One is at grade below the levee and the other is atop the levee. Neither is identified as the Lake Moultrie Passage trail. We took the levee trail. It offered a good compacted , level gravel road with a spectacular elevated view of the lake.
We arrived at Bonn Grocery a little after noon. In the abscence of trail signage we asked a grocery patron where the trail continued. he pointed us a couple blocks away to Butter Street as the trail connection. At Black Oak Rd and Butter Street we found a trail maker facing in the opposite direction, located low enough to be obscured by weeds and other signage. We were planning to have lunch at the Watermark Bar & Grill only to find it closed and posted as under the control and jurisdiction of the sheriff' department.
We continued down Butter Street to Barn Rd to Pauline Drive. These thoroughfares are two-lane with no shoulder, significant local traffic, and more than a few agressive drivers ( despite we were moving at 15-18 MPH in full power mode on our bikes ) We turned around and did not proceed to the Pooshee Plantation Rd. / Wildlife Management portion of the trail which we were very much looking forward to biking.
We suggest the trail map be more detailed , identifying the trail characteristics such as when you will be sharing the road with vehicles and with no designated bike lanes. Possibly include information as to how to access the non-vehicular portions of the trail.
We enjoyed the part of the trail we biked but were disappointed that we were not able bike more miles without being forced to share the road with vehicular traffic.
It was a beautiful ride through the woods with lots of really interesting history. But there were lots of bumps due to tree roots which were hard to see due to the leaves covering them! We felt it was a bit too rough with our new e-bikes but that is simply a personal preference. We loved the posts along the way with interesting facts about how the RR was built. The Badwell Cemetery along the route was also so very interesting. We would recommend this trail if you don't mind the bumps!
We are beginning to train to do a distance ride and we really enjoyed this ride starting out. An easy 20 miles and close enough to have some good eats nearby. Most of the trail felt pleasant with the upper portion feeling a like - off- but nothing a pair can’t handle.
There were a few spots if you wanted to have a seat otherwise just somewhere paved to get some steps in. There’s supposed to be some additions coming.
Yes, tree roots and twists and turns but I’m on my bike going thru the woods, past coastal mansions, past lots of restaurants etc. it is a nice amenity while camping at Huntington Beach State Park, which is midway on the trail. In the twisty/bumpy sections I did about 8mph to feel safe. I enjoyed my 20 mile ride….
Not a true bike path. Wayyyy too narrow and blind curves. I couldn't wait to get off of it. Ok for walking I'm sure but BEWARE it's not safe for bikes!
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