Near Turkey Oak Trail
A straight-away through a pine forest in the evening.
Near Turkey Oak Trail
Trail blazes on a pine tree.

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Turkey Oak Trail

2.0 (1 Rating)
An easy hike through a dense forest of pines, oaks, and hickory trees in Cheraw State Park.
1.8
mi
Distance
82
ft
Gain
easy
Difficulty
Birding

Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
1.81mi
Distance
82ft
Elevation Gain
82ft
Elevation Loss
5%
Max Grade
234ft
High Point
173ft
Low Point
Path Type
Loop
Description
There's a sign about 0.8 miles into the trail where you can potentially view the rare red cockaded woodpecker. At 0.9 miles, there is a lone picnic table you can use to enjoy a snack while taking in the sights and sounds of the forest. Just past the picnic table, there is a trail sign where you can venture to the right to take the longer outer loop of the Turkey Oak Trail or you can stick to the left to continue on the short loop. At this point, be on the lookout for a small, white arrow sign pinned to a tree that indicates a sharp turn to the left. If you aren't careful, you'll find yourself off trail down a service road heading towards private property. After this, the remaining stroll back to your vehicle will be quick and simple.

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Contributors
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