Foothills Trail

77 miles (full) or day hike sections

5-8 days (full) or day hike

South Carolina’s premier long-distance trail. 77 miles along the Blue Ridge Escarpment from Table Rock to Oconee State Park. Waterfalls, ridgeline views, and old-growth forest throughout.

The Foothills Trail is South Carolina’s premier long-distance hiking trail, running 77 miles along the Blue Ridge Escarpment from Table Rock State Park to Oconee State Park. Thru-hiking the full trail takes 5 to 8 days and crosses some of the most beautiful mountain terrain in the Southeast. Waterfalls, mountain streams, ridgeline views, and old-growth forest are constants.

Tips from the field

Full thru-hike is Level 5. Day hike sections are Level 3-4.
Spring and fall are ideal. Winter ice on exposed sections is dangerous.
Water filtration is essential. Multiple stream crossings.
Bear-aware food storage recommended for overnight trips.

At a Glance

Where: Table Rock SP to Oconee SP, SC

Surface: Dirt, rock, roots, creek crossings

Parking: Multiple trailheads with parking

Shade: Full forest canopy throughout

Restrooms: Limited backcountry facilities

Accessibility

Dog-Friendly (Most sections, leashed)

Nearby

Jones Gap SP (access point)
Caesars Head SP (access point)
Table Rock SP (eastern terminus)