SC Trail Towns

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05/29/2026

South Carolina’s first designated Trail Town set the bar high — and Conway’s Riverwalk is one of the best examples of why 🌿✨

Stretching along the scenic Waccamaw River, the Conway Riverwalk offers a front-row seat to one of South Carolina’s most unique blackwater ecosystems. Lined with towering oaks, cypress trees, and Spanish moss, this riverfront space blends outdoor recreation, wildlife, history, and downtown charm all in one experience 👣🌎

The Riverwalk connects visitors to parks, paddle access points, nature trails, public gathering spaces, and Conway’s historic downtown — making it easy to spend an entire day exploring. You can kayak the Waccamaw River Blue Trail, spot turtles and wading birds along the water, catch sunset over the river, grab coffee or lunch downtown, and experience a slower side of coastal South Carolina 🌾🛶

What makes Conway so special is how connected the community is to the outdoors. Here, the river isn’t just scenery — it’s part of everyday life 💚

Want to explore more of Conway’s outdoor spaces, trails, paddling routes, and local spots?

👉 Check out our Conway Trail Guide at sctrailtowns.com

📸: Conway Riverwalk Tours, Expedia

05/27/2026

A NEW South Carolina Trail Town is about to drop… 🚨

We’re adding another adventure-filled destination to the Trail Towns program, and this one is straight out of an outdoor lover’s dream ⛰️

Think:
🌿 Mountain views
💧 Waterfalls around every corner
🥾 Endless trails to explore
🚴 Small-town charm with big adventure energy

This next town is the perfect place to unplug, explore, and experience the beauty of South Carolina’s Upstate.

The official reveal is coming soon… but we want to hear your guesses first 👇

Hint: it’s known as the “Garden of the Gods” of South Carolina 😉

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05/25/2026

Places like Ninety Six are exactly what South Carolina Trail Towns are all about 🇺🇸🌿

Small communities with big stories, meaningful landscapes, and outdoor spaces that connect people to the history and culture of South Carolina!

As we approach the 250th anniversary of the American Revolution, Ninety Six National Historic Site stands as one of the most important Revolutionary War landscapes in the country — preserving the site of major battles, the iconic Star Fort, and miles of peaceful trails where visitors can quite literally walk through history ⚔️🌎

But beyond the history, it’s the small-town charm, quiet scenery, and sense of connection to place that make destinations like Ninety Six so special.

This Memorial Day, skip the rush and explore one of the communities that helps tell South Carolina’s story — one trail, battlefield, and small town at a time 🌲

05/21/2026

Explore Camden, South Carolina — a small town with booming history 🇺🇸🌿

If you want to experience the story of the American Revolution beyond the pages of a textbook, Camden is the place to do it 👣⚔️

Known as one of the most significant battle sites of the Southern Campaign, Camden played a major role in turning the tide of the Revolutionary War — and with the upcoming 250th anniversary of the American Revolution, there’s never been a better time to explore the places where history happened.

Start your journey at Camden’s Revolutionary War Park, where you can:
🏛 Explore the Colonial Village at Historic Camden
🌲 Walk the 3+ mile nature trail through the pines
📍 Discover interpretive signs + historic landmarks
🇺🇸 Visit the Revolutionary War Visitor Center
☕ Wander downtown Camden for local shops + food after your adventure

History, trails, small-town charm, and outdoor exploration all in one place? Sounds like the perfect day trip to us 🌎✨

📸: Experience Camden SC

05/19/2026

As South Carolina gears up for the 250th anniversary of the American Revolution, one of our designated South Carolina Trail Towns is bringing history to the trail ⚔️🥾

Join Poinsett State Park for a guided Revolutionary War Hike through the landscapes surrounding the Battle of Halfway Swamp — where history, nature, and storytelling all collide. Along the way, you’ll explore scenic trails, historic landmarks, and the kind of South Carolina history you can only experience by walking through it!

📍 Poinsett State Park
📅 June 29, 2026
⏰ 9 AM – 11 AM
🎟 FREE Admission

Grab your hiking boots, your fellow patriots, and your Revolutionary spirit — because South Carolina history is getting outdoorsy 🌿

05/15/2026

One of South Carolina’s most unexpected hidden gems is growing right in the middle of Lake City 🌿✨

Moore Farms Botanical Garden is a 65-acre private garden that feels like stepping into another world — filled with winding paths, native plants, reflection spaces, wetlands, historic garden design, and landscapes intentionally created to connect people with nature.

But what makes this place especially fascinating is the story behind it. Originally part of a working family farm, the property has been transformed over generations into a nationally recognized botanical garden dedicated to conservation, horticulture, and environmental education 🌱

Fun facts :
🌿 The gardens are home to thousands of plant species and intentionally designed ecosystems that support pollinators, birds, and native wildlife
🎨 Art and sculpture are woven throughout the landscape, blending creativity with nature
💧 The garden’s wetlands and water features help showcase the importance of South Carolina’s natural ecosystems
🌎 Moore Farms Botanical Garden is nationally recognized for sustainable garden practices and conservation efforts

And somehow, all of this exists in Lake City — a small South Carolina town that has quietly become one of the state’s coolest destinations for art, nature, and community ✨

It’s places like this that remind us some of South Carolina’s most meaningful outdoor experiences happen far beyond the major tourist stops 💚

05/12/2026

There’s a reason the has become one of South Carolina’s most beloved spring traditions 🌸✨

Held at the stunning Swan Lake Iris Gardens, this long-running festival brings together blooming irises, live music, local food, art vendors, family activities, and one of the most beautiful outdoor settings in the Southeast 👣🌿

Fun fact: Swan Lake Iris Gardens is the only public park in the United States home to all eight species of swans, along with thousands of blooming Japanese irises each spring.

📍 Swan Lake Iris Gardens — Sumter, SC
📅 May 15–17, 2026
⏰ Friday + Saturday: 10 AM – 6 PM
⏰ Sunday: 10 AM – 5 PM
🎟 FREE Admission + FREE Parking

From concerts and crafts to flower displays and community traditions, the Sumter Iris Festival is the perfect excuse to spend the weekend outside exploring one of South Carolina’s favorite Trail Towns 🌎✨

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05/06/2026

Break up your week with a walk this Wednesday, 5/6, at 6PM at Timmerman Trail in Columbia!👟🌿

Our SC Trail Towns network is all about getting people moving—and this is the perfect way to start:

Break up your week with a walk this Wednesday, 5/6 at 6PM at Timmerman Trail in Columbia!

Meet at the Tennis Center entrance (1120 Fort Congaree Trail) and join a community walk hosted by Columbia Girls Who Walk 💙

No sign-up needed—just show up and go:
• Leashed dogs welcome 🐾
• Strollers + kids welcome
• All paces welcome

Tag a friend and make a plan to join 👇

05/04/2026

🌄 A new member is joining the SC Trail Towns network… can you guess who? 👀

We’re getting ready to reveal our next Trail Town—a place where mountain views, deep-rooted history, and outdoor adventure all collide in the best way.

Think waterfall overlooks, cool mountain air, hidden gems, and stories waiting around every turn.

Now the real question is… can you guess who it is ⬇️

04/17/2026

🚗 Don’t just pass through—make a stop in Ridgeland 🌿

Looking for a quick adventure with a big Lowcountry feel? The Blue Heron Nature Trail is your sign to pull over and explore.

Why you’ll love it:
• Easy, under-1-mile loop—perfect for all ages
• Boardwalks through scenic wetlands
• Spot herons, turtles, and maybe even a gator 🐊
• Butterfly garden + peaceful pond views
• Great stretch-your-legs stop right off I-95

This hidden gem proves you don’t have to go far to find something memorable.

Next time you’re on the road—take the exit. You might just find your new favorite spot.

📍 Blue Heron Nature Trail - Ridgeland, SC

📸: SC Lowcountry Tourism Commission

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