Off-Road Trails in South Carolina

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Learn more about Strickland Drive
Strickland Drive

Strickland Drive

Strickland Road is a connector between Heritage Trail and Shelby Drive. The trail is mostly comprised of grass with compact sand underneath. Its wide; however, the trees tend to grow in near Shelby Drive, so…
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Total Miles
0.1
Tech Rating
1Easy
Best Time
Spring, Fall, Winter
Learn more about Summerhouse Road - FSR 258
Summerhouse Road - FSR 258

Summerhouse Road - FSR 258

The Francis Marion National Forest, situated north of Charleston, South Carolina, bears the name of the Revolutionary War hero Francis Marion, whom the British called the Swamp Fox. It is entirely encompassed by the Middle…
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Total Miles
2.0
Tech Rating
1Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Learn more about Swamp Fox 1
Swamp Fox 1

Swamp Fox 1

Most of this trail runs through the Francis Marion National Forest. Your vehicle must have a license plate. There are a few short pavement sections, otherwise it's mainly hard two-track fire roads with sections that…
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Total Miles
35.7
Tech Rating
2Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Learn more about SxS Hill
SxS Hill

SxS Hill

Rocky wall climb with just enough loose rock and tree litter to keep you on your toes. This is number four of six wall climb trails that Gulches ORV Park is known for. Rollovers, both…
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Total Miles
0.0
Tech Rating
10Extreme
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Learn more about Testosteroad
Testosteroad

Testosteroad

Rocky wall climb. Lockers, a winch, and lots of horsepower. Must have a FULL ROLL CAGE. This is number three of six wall climb trails that Gulches ORV Park is known for. Rollovers, both sideways…
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Total Miles
0.0
Tech Rating
10Extreme
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Learn more about That Dam Trail
That Dam Trail

That Dam Trail

Crosses the small dam that maintains our own little lake in the center of Gulches ORV Park. Drive down Pucker Point & across the dam to access Eagle Rock, Radical & Shipwreck. Watch for Campsite…
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Total Miles
0.1
Tech Rating
8Difficult
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Learn more about The Bowl
The Bowl

The Bowl

The Bowl is an open area near the top of Arrowhead Alley and next to Campsite 13. It is a dirt play area with mounds, ridges, and gulleys. Tight spaces and slick dirt will give…
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Total Miles
0.1
Tech Rating
5Moderate
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Learn more about The Ridge
The Ridge

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…
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Total Miles
0.1
Tech Rating
3Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Learn more about Thompson Branch Road - FSR 154A
Thompson Branch Road - FSR 154A

Thompson Branch Road - FSR 154A

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
4.4
Tech Rating
1Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Learn more about TNT
TNT

TNT

Rocky ledge climb that turns into a rock garden halfway through. The trail starts from River Road as a narrow gulch, then opens up on a large rock ledge. Once over the ledge, you will…
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Total Miles
0.0
Tech Rating
9Extreme
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Learn more about TNT Bypass
TNT Bypass

TNT Bypass

Just in case you need your rig to get to work on Monday, this trail provides an easier route around the TNT rocks. Just don't expect to access the AFC Trail without a struggle. Be…
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Total Miles
0.0
Tech Rating
5Moderate
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Learn more about Toilet Trail
Toilet Trail

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…
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Total Miles
0.2
Tech Rating
3Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Learn more about Tornado Alley
Tornado Alley

Tornado Alley

Narrow trail that a tornado touched down on several years ago. There is a large buried rock ledge that spans the width of the trail in the top section. Runoff can expose the rock, leaving…
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Total Miles
0.2
Tech Rating
5Moderate
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Learn more about Tornado/Trail 14 Cutoff
Tornado/Trail 14 Cutoff

Tornado/Trail 14 Cutoff

Easy bail out, or drop in, between Tornado Alley and Trail 14. If you're not paying close attention, it's possible to find yourself on the other trail by accident. Headed westward, Tornado Alley bears off…
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Total Miles
0.0
Tech Rating
4Moderate
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Learn more about Trail 1
Trail 1

Trail 1

Trail 1 is a 1.5-mile moderate trail that begins off of Trail 5. Trail 1 is a shaded dirt trail with mild ruts and little loose rocks until you get you exit the wooded part…
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Total Miles
1.3
Tech Rating
5Moderate
Best Time
Spring, Fall
Learn more about Trail 10
Trail 10

Trail 10

Trail 10 is a two-way moderate trail that connects Trail 5 to Service Road 7. The trail is hard-packed dirt with slight elevation gains. The ruts on this trail are shallow. All ruts have a…
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Total Miles
0.4
Tech Rating
4Moderate
Best Time
Spring, Fall
Learn more about Trail 11
Trail 11

Trail 11

This is one of the main trails to access two of the longest trails in the park. It is wide like a service road and is also known as the Powerline Trail (powerline towers go…
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Total Miles
0.9
Tech Rating
4Moderate
Best Time
Summer, Winter, Fall, Spring
Learn more about Trail 14
Trail 14

Trail 14

Trail 14 is a one-way dirt bike-only trail that begins on Service Road 7. This trail is rated as most difficult and provides many challenges. The trail is tight and provides narrow paths through trees,…
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Total Miles
1.2
Tech Rating
7Difficult
Best Time
Spring, Fall
Learn more about Trail 15
Trail 15

Trail 15

Trail 15 is off Trail 17 and loops back to Trail 17 as well. It has steep hill climbs, rocks, and ruts, and will definitely need 4x4. It goes up the Trail 4 overlook and…
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Total Miles
0.2
Tech Rating
9Extreme
Best Time
Fall, Summer
Learn more about Trail 17
Trail 17

Trail 17

Trail 17 is smooth and groomed and provides access to Trail 15. It's a shortcut to avoid Mammoth Hill and the backside of Trail 4. The last section spits you out onto Trail 4. It's…
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Total Miles
0.1
Tech Rating
3Easy
Best Time
Summer, Spring, 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…
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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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