HIKING: Palmetto Trail - High Hills of Santee Passage

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Description

An idea conceived in 1994, The Palmetto Trail is an ambitious South Carolina project connecting the Atlantic coast with the Blue Ridge mountains. When completed, the trail will cover over 425 continuous miles and run through 14 counties.<br />
290 miles are completed and currently available for public use. <br />
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PALMETTO TRAIL - HIGH HILLS OF SANTEE PASSAGE: <br />
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9 mile path connecting the Lake Marion Passage with the Wateree Passage. Travels through Manchester State Forest. Red cedar, oaks, and pine. Soft sand. Hiking, backpacking, mountain biking, and equestrian. Moderately difficult trail during good conditions.

Directions

Southern trailhead: From the junction of US 378 and SC 261 drive south for approximately 12.6 miles and bear right onto Mill Creek Road (Sumter County S-43-51). Drive 3 miles and turn right onto S-43-808. Drive 1 mile and turn right into Mill Creek County Park. The trailhead is at the day use area. <br /><br /><br /><br />Northern trailhead: From the junction of US 378 and SC 261 drive south for approximately 9 miles and turn right onto Headquarters Road. Drive 1 mile and turn left onto Campbell Creek Road. The trailhead is approximately 2 miles on the left. <br /><br />