Contact Info
Francis Marion and Sumter National Forest
112 Andrew Pickens Circle
Mountain Rest, SC 29664
112 Andrew Pickens Circle
Mountain Rest, SC 29664
- Phone:
- 864-638-9568
Basics
- Length:
- 0.3 mile
- Difficulty:
- Easy
- Time:
- 30 mins
- Season:
- Year Round
Description
From the sign at the parking area, descend on this moderately steep .3-mile trail to reach the gentle rapids of the scenic Chattooga River. Walk across several footbridges over cool mountain streams amid hardwood, pine, and hemlock interspersed with rhododendron and fern. Watch for deer, snakes, and other wildlife.
Details
Length:
0.3 mile
Difficulty:
Easy
Time:
30 mins
Season:
Year Round
Additional Details:
Camping: Primitive camping is allowed, but campsites must be greater than 50 feet from streams and trails, and greater than ¼ mile from roads.
Safety: This is an isolated area, so remember to take water and first aid supplies.
Surface type: gravel
