Off-Road Trails in South Carolina

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Learn more about Palmetto Crossing
Palmetto Crossing

Palmetto Crossing

Palmetto Krawlers 4x4 Club pioneered this rock garden, chance of body damage. Large rock formations and fallen logs scattered throughout this trail are a challenge for stock rigs. Any recent hard rains can make it…
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Total Miles
0.0
Tech Rating
9Extreme
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Learn more about Palmetto Krawler
Palmetto Krawler

Palmetto Krawler

Off-camber perimeter trail with some advanced or intermediate bypass options. It is the primary access route across the north end of the park and around the far northeast corner. It provides access to many of…
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Total Miles
0.4
Tech Rating
5Moderate
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Learn more about Papa Gulch
Papa Gulch

Papa Gulch

Toughest gulch in the park- windshields need not apply. Deceptively easy at the start and finish, so you might want to scope it out first, or just send it. Papa Gulch is an uphill-only trail…
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Total Miles
0.1
Tech Rating
10Extreme
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Learn more about Papa Gulch Bypass
Papa Gulch Bypass

Papa Gulch Bypass

Parallels Papa Gulch so you can get an up-close view of the carnage below. The trail has a few rutted sections, but stock high clearance vehicles should be sufficient. There are several wide spots to…
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Total Miles
0.1
Tech Rating
4Moderate
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Learn more about Paradise Way
Paradise Way

Paradise Way

This is a wide trail of mostly compact sand, with several seasonal mud holes along the way. As with Mercy Lane, when this trail approaches the gas line, a large mud pit exists and all…
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Total Miles
0.2
Tech Rating
4Moderate
Best Time
Spring, Fall, Winter
Learn more about Parkers Ferry - SCAR Alternate
Parkers Ferry - SCAR Alternate

Parkers Ferry - SCAR Alternate

This route traverses some of the flat lowlands along the Edisto River (south/west side of the river). When dry, this segment will contain hardened ruts that make for a bumpy ride or if deep enough,…
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Total Miles
14.9
Tech Rating
2Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Learn more about Parsons Mtn OHV
Parsons Mtn OHV

Parsons Mtn OHV

Parsons Mountain OHV Trail is a well-maintained forest trail system suited for ATV riders, dirt bikes, and side-by-sides looking for a manageable ride with variable conditions that can quickly become more technical after rain. Located…
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Total Miles
10.8
Tech Rating
Easy
Best Time
Learn more about Peacemaker's Way
Peacemaker's Way

Peacemaker's Way

This is a wide easy trail comprised of compact sand. There is a very nice picnic shelter near the intersection with Skipper's Road that is a great place to stop and take a break or…
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Total Miles
0.2
Tech Rating
1Easy
Best Time
Spring, Fall, Winter
Learn more about Pearl Branch Road (611)
Pearl Branch Road (611)

Pearl Branch Road (611)

Pearl Branch Road (611) is a somewhat well-maintained service road within Sumter National Forest. This road offers a few areas for the adventurous off-roader to explore while maintaining ease of access along the main route.…
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Total Miles
2.2
Tech Rating
2Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Learn more about Pitch Landing - FSR 192
Pitch Landing - FSR 192

Pitch Landing - FSR 192

The Francis Marion National Forest is located north of Charleston, South Carolina. It is named for revolutionary war hero Francis Marion, who was known to the British as the Swamp Fox. It lies entirely within…
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Total Miles
0.8
Tech Rating
1Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Learn more about Polk Road
Polk Road

Polk Road

Explore a blackwater oasis along the Savannah River in Hampton County. The major property is the Webb Wildlife Center with the Palachucola and Hamilton Ridge areas on either side. Many of the trails through the…
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Total Miles
1.1
Tech Rating
1Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Learn more about Pond Dam Road
Pond Dam Road

Pond Dam Road

Come on down to Johnston and enjoy this short, relaxing backcountry drive. The route starts with a gravel and sand mix before transitioning into classic red clay. Settle in as you pass through peach field-lined…
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Total Miles
5.0
Tech Rating
1Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Learn more about Port Road - FSR223
Port Road - FSR223

Port Road - FSR223

The Francis Marion National Forest is located north of Charleston, South Carolina. It is named for Revolutionary War hero Francis Marion, who was known to the British as the Swamp Fox. It lies entirely within…
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Total Miles
4.0
Tech Rating
1Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Learn more about Price Road (615)
Price Road (615)

Price Road (615)

Price Road (Forest Service Road 615) is an easy 4.5-mile dirt road between Price's Mill Road and Deerfield Road. This road cuts through the Sumter National Forest, and minimal obstacles are likely to be encountered.…
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Total Miles
4.4
Tech Rating
1Easy
Best Time
Winter, Fall, Summer, Spring
Learn more about Quail Road
Quail Road

Quail Road

Explore a blackwater oasis along the Savannah River in Hampton County. The major property is the Webb Wildlife Center with the Palachucola and Hamilton Ridge areas on either side. Many of the trails through the…
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Total Miles
0.9
Tech Rating
1Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Learn more about Radical Ravine
Radical Ravine

Radical Ravine

As the name implies, a deep ravine that splits about halfway to the top with no easy way out. Extreme off-camber climb up to Arrowhead Alley. Lockers would be very helpful, if not mandatory, to…
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Total Miles
0.1
Tech Rating
10Extreme
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Learn more about Radke Road
Radke Road

Radke Road

Radke is a wide trail of compact sand that allows plenty of room for passing traffic. At the intersection With Gary's Gap, the trail begins to climb towards the gas pipeline and Monie's Hollow, where…
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Total Miles
0.1
Tech Rating
2Easy
Best Time
Spring, Fall, Winter
Learn more about RCS Track
RCS Track

RCS Track

RCS Track is a single-lane trail, with plenty of areas to pass, that is mostly comprised of compact sand. Several low areas exist where mud pits have formed after heavy rain; bypass trails exist above…
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Total Miles
1.0
Tech Rating
3Easy
Best Time
Spring, Fall, Winter
Learn more about Rebel Boulevard
Rebel Boulevard

Rebel Boulevard

The fastest way is from the bottom of the hill to the top of the hill, but very challenging on the lower end at intersections with Renegade Alley and Shake and Bake. The lower section…
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Total Miles
0.1
Tech Rating
10Extreme
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Learn more about Red Shadow Road
Red Shadow Road

Red Shadow Road

This is an easy road to tackle for the beginner who wants to explore the countryside. Check out all that it offers including pine forests, large fields, and equestrian farms. It has all of the…
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Total Miles
6.6
Tech Rating
1Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
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ATV trails in South Carolina

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3D

3D

Wall climb trail. You won't need 3D glasses while you roll down this one. Just as steep as its neighbors, but with multiple massive rock outcrops. This is number two of seven wall climb trails…
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Total Miles
0.0
Tech Rating
10Extreme
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Winter, Fall
Learn more about A1A
A1A

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…
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Total Miles
0.3
Tech Rating
3Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Learn more about Ackerman - FSR 132
Ackerman - FSR 132

Ackerman - FSR 132

The Francis Marion National Forest, situated north of Charleston, South Carolina, bears the name of the Revolutionary War hero Francis Marion, who was dubbed the Swamp Fox by the British. It is nestled within the…
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Total Miles
1.9
Tech Rating
1Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Learn more about Adams Road
Adams Road

Adams Road

Explore a blackwater oasis along the Savannah River in Hampton County. The major property is the Webb Wildlife Center with the Palachucola and Hamilton Ridge areas on either side. Many of the trails through the…
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Total Miles
1.6
Tech Rating
1Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
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UTV/side-by-side trails in South Carolina

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3D

3D

Wall climb trail. You won't need 3D glasses while you roll down this one. Just as steep as its neighbors, but with multiple massive rock outcrops. This is number two of seven wall climb trails…
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Total Miles
0.0
Tech Rating
10Extreme
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Winter, Fall
Learn more about A1A
A1A

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…
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Total Miles
0.3
Tech Rating
3Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Learn more about Ackerman - FSR 132
Ackerman - FSR 132

Ackerman - FSR 132

The Francis Marion National Forest, situated north of Charleston, South Carolina, bears the name of the Revolutionary War hero Francis Marion, who was dubbed the Swamp Fox by the British. It is nestled within the…
Learn more about Ackerman - FSR 132
Total Miles
1.9
Tech Rating
1Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Learn more about Adams Road
Adams Road

Adams Road

Explore a blackwater oasis along the Savannah River in Hampton County. The major property is the Webb Wildlife Center with the Palachucola and Hamilton Ridge areas on either side. Many of the trails through the…
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Total Miles
1.6
Tech Rating
1Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
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