Near The Palmetto Trail: Swamp Fox Passage
Palmetto Trail travels through beautiful country.
Near The Palmetto Trail: Swamp Fox Passage
The Palmetto Trail travels through gorgeous green forests.
Near The Palmetto Trail: Swamp Fox Passage
Rain lilies - wildflowers
Near The Palmetto Trail: Swamp Fox Passage
Crossing over a foot bridge - scenic vistas

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The Palmetto Trail: Swamp Fox Passage

3.7 (6 Ratings)
The longest section of the cross-state Palmetto Trail.
46.5
mi
Distance
168
ft
Gain
moderate
Difficulty
BirdingFall ColorsRiver/CreekWildlife
Access Issues
Hunting is restricted in the national forest on Sunday. There is a temporary reroute for Cane Gully (directions are posted on trail): From Mile Marker 38, turn left (west) onto Forest Service Road 133 (labeled FS 133). Travel for approximately 1.4 miles. Turn right (north - northeast) onto Cane Gully Road. Travel for approximately 0.8 miles. Turn left (north) onto the Swamp Fox Passage where it crosses Cane Gully Road.

Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
46.49mi
Distance
168ft
Elevation Gain
130ft
Elevation Loss
5%
Max Grade
61ft
High Point
7ft
Low Point
Path Type
Point to Point
Description
Part of the cross-state Palmetto Trail, the Swamp Fox Passage, at 47 miles, is the trail's longest section. This section of the trail resides entirely in the Francis Marion National Forest. Hikers will pass through long-leaf pine forests, grassy savannas, and swamps. There are many road crossings and access points along the trail. For parking: Refer to the Palmetto Conservation Foundation's website for more detailed information and maps for the trail.

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Contributors
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