Expedition South Carolina

Difficulty Level: Level 4 — Challenging

Every trail, paddle, campground and scenic drive in the Palmetto State, with accessibility information on every single one.

LVL 4 — Challenging

Table Rock Summit Trail

7.2 miles round trip
4-6 hours
The most rewarding summit hike in South Carolina. Table Rock rises 1,000 feet above the surrounding piedmont and delivers 360-degree views that stretch to the horizon on clear days.
  • Dog-Friendly
  • Good for Kids (lower trail)
LVL 4 — Challenging

Cape Romain NWR & Bull Island Paddle

3 to 6 miles (open-water crossing)
Full day
An open-water crossing to an uninhabited barrier island that is one of the most important loggerhead sea turtle nesting beaches on the East Coast. Bull Island has no development, no cars, and no crowds. Just beach, forest, and wildlife.
  • Guided Tours Available
LVL 4 — Challenging

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.
  • Dog-Friendly (Most sections, leashed)