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Lynch's Woods Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 163 Google reviews · Running trail in Newberry, South Carolina · Dawn to dusk
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Mixed
- Loop distance
- 4 mi
- Shape
- Loop
- Shade
- Tree cover
- Access
- Dawn to dusk
Confirmed from Lynch's Woods Park's own listing, the park or land manager's website, and runner reviews. Blank cells mean we could not verify that fact — we would rather say "not reported" than invent one. There is no Easy / Moderate / Hard rating on this page on purpose: a one-word difficulty score tells you nothing about whether a trail suits your run. Surface, distance, shade and hours do.
This wooded nature preserve featuring a creek, miles of walking and cycling tracks and a 4-mile gravel road that circles the perimeter.
What runners say about Lynch's Woods Park
“It's mostly shady and quiet, and the main trails are well kept up.”
“Hiking trails, bike and horse trails weave through a densely wooded park with a beautiful stream weaving through as well.”
“It's mostly shady and quiet, and the main trails are well kept up.”
“Abundance of beautiful pine trees, some calm flowing creeks and the greenery is breathtaking.”
This is THE trailrunning spot in Newberry. I mean it’s got numerous trails, gentle streams, and a mix of hills and straight aways. 🏃🏻 Go on and take a hike. 😊
Newberry - the jewel small town in South Carolina and finding this nature area made the area that much more desirable. Hours are limited right now due to construction, but fortunately arrived when work wasn't being done. Plentiful amount of space for walking, biking or running.
Awesome patch of woods near Newberry. Great for hiking and biking (if you’re into that). I’ve had complaints about how convoluted the trails system can be, but they keep them very well maintained and honestly the area is such that even if you get lost you can usually find your way back to the road and back to parking.
Beautiful, peaceful and very nice park. Love all the trails, creeks and bridges. The trees were beautiful too! Definitely recommend to everyone!
Trail conditions & character
“Map appears to bear little resemblance to actual trails with the exception of the gravel road.”
“Hiking trails, bike and horse trails weave through a densely wooded park with a beautiful stream weaving through as well.”
“Hiking trails, bike and horse trails weave through a densely wooded park with a beautiful stream weaving through as well.”
“Nature at its best,walk through to hear the quiet of nature the birds and squirrels.”
“The road loop is a solid 4+ miles that makes for a good daily walk, and you’ll still get to see the best sites.”
Plan your run at Lynch's Woods Park
The practical stuff
- AccessDawn to dusk — the gates close, so do not plan a run that finishes after dark
- SurfaceMixed — more than one surface along the route, so check the segment you plan to run
- Loop distance4 mi back to where you parked
- ShadeRunners describe real tree cover here — it makes a summer afternoon workable
- At the trailheadparking, restrooms — reported by runners
- Stroller / wheelchairReported as smooth and step-free enough for a running stroller or a chair.
- Websitenewberrycounty.gov
- Phone+1 803-924-8328
Hours
| Monday | 7 am–6 pm |
| Tuesday | 7 am–6 pm |
| Wednesday | 7 am–6 pm |
| Thursday | 7 am–6 pm |
| Friday | 7 am–6 pm |
| Saturday | 7 am–6 pm |
| Sunday | 7 am–6 pm |
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