Off-Road Trails in South Carolina

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Learn more about Jamey's Swamp Road
Jamey's Swamp Road

Jamey's Swamp Road

This is an easy scenic drive for those looking for more trails and less mud. The trail is mostly compacted sand and well-maintained, with plenty of room for passing traffic in most sections. You can…
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Total Miles
0.8
Tech Rating
2Easy
Best Time
Spring, Fall, Winter
Learn more about Johnson's Cut Through
Johnson's Cut Through

Johnson's Cut Through

Johnson's Cut Through is a short but wide trail, comprised mostly of compact sand. It allows access to Oakley Road or Heritage Trail without the need to track all the way back into the campground.…
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Total Miles
0.1
Tech Rating
1Easy
Best Time
Spring, Fall, Winter
Learn more about Jordan Lake Access
Jordan Lake Access

Jordan Lake Access

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
1.0
Tech Rating
3Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Learn more about Jordan's Circle
Jordan's Circle

Jordan's Circle

This is a nice loop trail that will also give you access to other sections of the park. Most of the trail consists of hard-packed sand; however, the northern section of the loop is prone…
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Total Miles
1.1
Tech Rating
3Easy
Best Time
Spring, Fall, Winter
Learn more about Jumping Off - SCAR Alternate
Jumping Off - SCAR Alternate

Jumping Off - SCAR Alternate

West of Table Rock you will find this scenic out-and-back diversion. It's a nice addition to add some more challenging riding or driving to the main South Carolina Adventure Route loop. Along its path, you…
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Total Miles
10.6
Tech Rating
3Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall
Learn more about Just Winging It
Just Winging It

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

Kathwood Trail

This short trail within the Savannah River Water District offers several opportunities to explore the old river basin. While out on the trail, you will pass the Audubon Sanctuary and see the ruins of an…
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Total Miles
6.7
Tech Rating
1Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Learn more about Killian Swamp Road
Killian Swamp Road

Killian Swamp 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
1.4
Tech Rating
2Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Winter, Fall
Learn more about Kinsey Road - FSR 226
Kinsey Road - FSR 226

Kinsey Road - FSR 226

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
3.1
Tech Rating
1Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Learn more about Laiklynn's Lane
Laiklynn's Lane

Laiklynn's Lane

This trail is a narrow single-lane track into the forest. For larger side-by-sides, expect some pinstripes and roof knocks. The trail is mostly compact sand with several small mud holes. About midway down the trail,…
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Total Miles
0.2
Tech Rating
3Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Winter
Learn more about Lake Tugaloo
Lake Tugaloo

Lake Tugaloo

This route leads down to Lake Tugaloo; which is the end of the Wild and Scenic Chattoga River and creates the border of South Carolina and Georgia. Lake Tugaloo is a perfect place to stop…
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Total Miles
3.9
Tech Rating
2Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Learn more about Landing Road
Landing Road

Landing Road

Landing Road takes you back through the flood basin of the Savannah River. This sandy road is a down and back that is well maintained and two lanes wide. You will see the swamps with…
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Total Miles
4.9
Tech Rating
1Easy
Best Time
Winter, Fall, Summer, Spring
Learn more about Lethcoe Road - FSR 230
Lethcoe Road - FSR 230

Lethcoe Road - FSR 230

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
1.8
Tech Rating
1Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Learn more about Lethcoe Road Alt - FSR 230A
Lethcoe Road Alt - FSR 230A

Lethcoe Road Alt - FSR 230A

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
1.5
Tech Rating
1Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Learn more about Li'l Devil
Li'l Devil

Li'l Devil

This is a very difficult downhill trail! Do it wrong and you'll have the devil to pay. Li'l Devil is one of the few downhill trails in the Gulches ORV park. Typically, uphill climbs are…
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Total Miles
0.0
Tech Rating
10Extreme
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Learn more about Lick Fork Road
Lick Fork Road

Lick Fork Road

Lick Ford Road is a maintained road that leads to Forestry Road 681A. This road is well maintained with minimal obstacles. Some rutty portions do exist, with some holes that can create mud. The end…
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Total Miles
2.9
Tech Rating
2Easy
Best Time
Winter, Fall, Summer, Spring
Learn more about Little Hell Hole Bay - FSR137
Little Hell Hole Bay - FSR137

Little Hell Hole Bay - FSR137

This trail, like many others in Francis Marion National Forest, traverses the upland hardwood forest, a haven for wildlife. It begins at one of the Palmetto Trail intersections and runs parallel to it for most…
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Total Miles
5.3
Tech Rating
2Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Learn more about Little Hellhole Bay - FSR 158
Little Hellhole Bay - FSR 158

Little Hellhole Bay - FSR 158

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
3.0
Tech Rating
1Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Learn more about Little North Carolina Road
Little North Carolina Road

Little North Carolina Road

This gravel road rolls across some of the Sumter National Forest's piedmont area; it includes side puddles, that can hold water for a long time, and a delightful creek crossing that can gain depth rapidly…
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Total Miles
4.4
Tech Rating
5Moderate
Best Time
Winter, Fall, Summer, Spring
Learn more about Log Creek Road
Log Creek Road

Log Creek Road

As you enter the road, you will see remains of an old railroad bed that used to be the backbone of a freight train that ran nationwide. The road consists of different terrain features that…
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Total Miles
7.5
Tech Rating
1Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter

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

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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