
Beginner Off-Road Trails
Near Drayton, South Carolina
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Beginner Off-Road Trails Near Drayton, South Carolina
Discover the best beginner-friendly off-road trails near you. These easier, lower-rated trails are a great place to start — browse trail maps, check difficulty ratings, and find your next adventure.

South Carolina Adventure Route Segment 4
Segment 4 transits the "midlands" section of South Carolina, with the towns of Gaffney and Camden on each end. This section is mostly forested and contains a mixture of pavement, gravel, and clay roads. The clay can become quite slick and rutted when wet, and the ruts can hold their form when dry, s...
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Enoree River Southside Trail System
This trail system winds through the Sumter National Forest on the Enoree Ranger District. The trails have river access to the Enoree Canoe Trail that floats on the Enoree River. The trails are smooth, well-maintained gravel and dirt. The dead-end trails are a perfect spot to access the river for rec...
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Francis Marion & Sumter National Forests Southern Adventure Route
This route through the Sumter National Forest is approximately 14 miles of easy driving and beautiful scenery. Starting from Indian Circle Road, this route will take you under Interstate 26 and continue traversing through the National Forest; ending at Old Newberry Highway This route provides a nice...
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Pinnacle - SCAR Alternate
This trail might suit you if you're looking for a scenic side trip on the South Carolina Adventure Route. It runs along the outskirts of the Dupont State Forest and provides ridgetop views. The trail is dirt and will include some steep and rutted grades. About the SCAR: The South Carolina Adventure ...
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Pinicale Mt Rd
Pinnacle Mountain Road offers an easy and scenic driving experience ideal for beginners, families, and stock high-clearance vehicles looking to explore the beautiful woodlands along the North Carolina and South Carolina border. Running through a mix of public and wildlife conservation lands, this ro...
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Green River Road
This is a short dirt and gravel trail that can be combined with Pinnacle Mountain Road to make a great loop. It runs along a small stream with great views of the stream and a small waterfall. It runs through a wooded area from a river valley up to a ridge. It's an easy trail with only small rocks an...
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The Ridge
Nice easy bypass when Palmetto Krawler gets too wet, slick, and muddy. Smooth and fairly flat trail that runs along the north property line, so please stay on the trail so we can keep good relations with our neighbors. This trail is lightly used, so is usually in very good condition.
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Bamboozled
This is an easier way to get up the hill. Interesting and scenic twisty trail lined with bamboo at the bottom that makes you feel like you're in a foreign country. Bamboozled is a much easier way to get out of the river valley and start back up to the top of the park.
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Trail 14
The easiest way to get from the lower River Road area back to the park entrance is. Provides access to Campsite 8 at the bottom, Campsite 10 about halfway up next to the That Dam Trail entrance, and the Shipwreck Trail exit. Also provides access to the Lone Rock trail. Wide, smooth dirt surface trai...
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Trail 1
Easy two-way eastern perimeter trail that starts at the Park entrance gate and runs to the southern end of the Park. It provides access to the downhill trails in the center of the park as well as a few easier trails on the eastern side. Watch for oncoming traffic, VERY slick when wet. The East side ...
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Volunteer Bridge Bypass
Volunteer Bridge Bypass gives riders an alternative to the Volunteer Bridge, which is an obstacle along the main line of River Road. Volunteer Bridge Bypass is an easy dirt trail with no obstacles. If the thought of dropping a wheel between the bridge rails makes you nervous, this is another way aro...
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Toilet Trail
Easy access to the top of the Intentions, Li'l Devil, Hunter's, Twister's Sister, and B&B Hill trails. The trail loops around, returning to its start at Campsite 11. If you're lucky, there might be an outhouse at the top for those moments of need. This trail is sponsored by Gene Hipps and Family.
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Twisters Sister Access
Cross hill access that allows riders to queue up to run Hunter's Uh-Oh and Hunter's Uh-Oh 2 trails without getting into the weekend traffic on River Road. It also provides access to Twisters Sister for an easier trail to the top of the Hunter's Uh-Oh trails. Primary trails surface is dirt and some t...
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Just Winging It
Nice drive through the woods with just enough tight spots and puddles to keep it interesting. This trail is one of the newer trails in the park. It is also one of the trails that are part of the Trail Sponsor program. Contact Gulches ORV management for information on trail sponsorship opportunities.
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A1A
One-way trail, great for beginners, but can be difficult when wet. Primarily downhill with a switchback at the end, going back uphill. Exits onto Trail 1. Winds through the thick wooded area of the park with many varieties of trees. The trail surface is primarily dirt and leaf matter. Several tight ...
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Trail 56
This is a two-way trail that provides another green route between Trail 1 on the upper part of the park to River Road on the lower part of the park. Keep to the right going downhill to stay on the green trail, or pick the hard side on Trail 56 Ledge for the added fun of an area of rock ledges.
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River Road
West side perimeter road following the river at the bottom of the hill. Portions may flood if the river is up. Easy 2-way trail, but can be VERY muddy. Stay out of the water- It's DEEP! River Road provides access to the lower entry or exit points of many of the park's trails. It also runs through t...
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Water Cooler
Water Cooler trail may look like a straightforward loop, but in reality, it is a maze of tight twisties in the sand. Great place to practice wheeling in off-camber situations as well as testing your rig's flex and balance. Easy sand trails, but watch out for standing water, it changes with the tide ...
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Campsite Road
Provides access to Campsites 2 through 6. This area is riddled with short twisties that can get you turned around easily. Keep track of the map so you don't get lost getting back to camp. Keep in mind that a few of the mudholes can be very deep- stay out, or you might need a rescue.
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Sassafras - SCAR Alternate
This scenic out and back trail is located West of Table Rock and largely paved. It will lead you to South Carolina's highest point of elevation and is a great addition to the main South Carolina Adventure Route loop. If you have the time, it's worth the stop. About the SCARThe South Carolina Advent...
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Beginner ATV trails near Drayton, South Carolina
Explore ATV-friendly trails near you. These trails are accessible for vehicles up to 50 inches wide, perfect for ATVs and smaller off-road machines.

The Ridge
Nice easy bypass when Palmetto Krawler gets too wet, slick, and muddy. Smooth and fairly flat trail that runs along the north property line, so please stay on the trail so we can keep good relations with our neighbors. This trail is lightly used, so is usually in very good condition.
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Bamboozled
This is an easier way to get up the hill. Interesting and scenic twisty trail lined with bamboo at the bottom that makes you feel like you're in a foreign country. Bamboozled is a much easier way to get out of the river valley and start back up to the top of the park.
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Trail 14
The easiest way to get from the lower River Road area back to the park entrance is. Provides access to Campsite 8 at the bottom, Campsite 10 about halfway up next to the That Dam Trail entrance, and the Shipwreck Trail exit. Also provides access to the Lone Rock trail. Wide, smooth dirt surface trai...
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Trail 1
Easy two-way eastern perimeter trail that starts at the Park entrance gate and runs to the southern end of the Park. It provides access to the downhill trails in the center of the park as well as a few easier trails on the eastern side. Watch for oncoming traffic, VERY slick when wet. The East side ...
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Beginner UTV/side-by-side trails near Drayton, South Carolina
Find UTV and side-by-side trails near you. These trails accommodate vehicles up to 60 inches wide, ideal for UTVs, side-by-sides, and wider off-road rigs.

The Ridge
Nice easy bypass when Palmetto Krawler gets too wet, slick, and muddy. Smooth and fairly flat trail that runs along the north property line, so please stay on the trail so we can keep good relations with our neighbors. This trail is lightly used, so is usually in very good condition.
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Bamboozled
This is an easier way to get up the hill. Interesting and scenic twisty trail lined with bamboo at the bottom that makes you feel like you're in a foreign country. Bamboozled is a much easier way to get out of the river valley and start back up to the top of the park.
Learn more about Bamboozled

Trail 14
The easiest way to get from the lower River Road area back to the park entrance is. Provides access to Campsite 8 at the bottom, Campsite 10 about halfway up next to the That Dam Trail entrance, and the Shipwreck Trail exit. Also provides access to the Lone Rock trail. Wide, smooth dirt surface trai...
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Trail 1
Easy two-way eastern perimeter trail that starts at the Park entrance gate and runs to the southern end of the Park. It provides access to the downhill trails in the center of the park as well as a few easier trails on the eastern side. Watch for oncoming traffic, VERY slick when wet. The East side ...
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