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Hike Trail

Garden Trail

4.0 (2 Ratings)
A paved road connecting you to the botanical garden's visitor center and access to specific gardens.
0.9
mi
Distance
22
ft
Gain
easy
Difficulty
Fall ColorsFamily FriendlyLess CrowdedWildflowersWildlife
Access Issues
The gate is open from 6 a.m. to 9 p.m. March through October, 6 a.m. to 7 p.m. November through February. The Perimeter Road gate is open only 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday, excluding Clemson University holidays.

Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
0.92mi
Distance
22ft
Elevation Gain
135ft
Elevation Loss
10%
Max Grade
821ft
High Point
684ft
Low Point
Path Type
Point to Point
Description
From Perimeter Road, head through the gate up to a junction with Lancecap Loop and veer left. The entire trail is paved, making gradual slopes up and down. For the most part, the path is well-shaded, surrounded by tall trees. After making your way through woods and passing some small cottages, you'll arrive at Discovery Lane and the geology museum. From here, you can find small entrances to specific gardens and landscapes, plus access to the visitor center. This is a quiet, tranquil place to hike in spite of the highways surrounding the garden's perimeter and the bustle of Clemson campus.

Route Conditions

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Contributors
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