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Rock Quarry Garden

4.8 ★★★★★ 524 Google reviews · Running trail in Greenville, South Carolina · Posted hours

Runner's snapshot

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Confirmed from Rock Quarry Garden'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.

ScenicQuiet

Intimate park offering manicured gardens with flowers, a small stream with a waterfall & footbridge.

What runners say about Rock Quarry Garden

Pulled from public reviews of this trail (524 of them) — the things people bring up again and again, in their own words. Nothing here is written by us.

🏞️ beautiful scenery 10 mentions

“worth a detour to stroll the garden and appreciate it as a beautiful place to chill.”

🌾 quiet & peaceful 7 mentions

“The Rock Quarry Garden proved to be an absolute gem, a serene oasis tucked away in the heart of nature's embrace.”

The Rock Quarry Garden proved to be an absolute gem, a serene oasis tucked away in the heart of nature's embrace. As I meandered along its winding paths, I was greeted by the soothing melodies of cascading waterfalls, their gentle symphony creating an ambiance of tranquility.

★★★★★ — Jeannine , Apr 2024

We had so much fun. It's so cute. Nice little areas for pictures and picnics. Great for walks with and without pets. Pretty big too, not sure we made it all the way through. But it was absolutely beautiful and all the people walking were super friendly.

★★★★★ — Jasmine , Mar 2021

Awesome garden with waterfalls and a koi pond. Very well maintained with beautiful landscaping. This is another hidden gem in the city of Greenville. Weddings are also booked here often because of the meticulous grounds and scenery. We really enjoyed our walk through this garden.

★★★★★ — Michael , Aug 2025

The entire Reedy/Falls area is a wonderful series of pocket parks with differing themes, The rock quarry is one such connecting park along the trail. Make sure to stop at the Grand Bohemian Lodge as well. Incredible collection of art, geodes jewelry and Native American artifacts.

★★★★☆ — Jeffrey , May 2026

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Trail conditions & character

What this trail is actually like underfoot and overhead, taken from its own listing and from reviews. Each one links to every other trail with the same character. Busy or quiet is reported as a plain fact, not a plus or a minus — a runner heading out alone at dawn often wants company on the path, and someone running intervals wants an empty one.

🏞️ Scenic views 16 mentions

“As I meandered along its winding paths, I was greeted by the soothing melodies of cascading waterfalls, their gentle symphony creating an ambiance of tranquility.”

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🤫 Quiet / uncrowded 6 mentions

“The Rock Quarry Garden proved to be an absolute gem, a serene oasis tucked away in the heart of nature's embrace.”

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Plan your run at Rock Quarry Garden

The practical stuff

  • AccessPosted hours — posted hours below; park gates sometimes close earlier than the listing says
  • DistanceNot reported. Trail systems often quote total path mileage rather than a single loop, so measure the route you actually want before you drive out.
  • ShadeNot reported. Assume some of it is exposed and carry water in summer.
  • Websitegreenvillesc.gov
  • Phone(864) 467-4350

Hours

Monday 8 AM–9 PM
Tuesday 8 AM–9 PM
Wednesday 8 AM–9 PM
Thursday 8 AM–9 PM
Friday 8 AM–9 PM
Saturday 8 AM–9 PM
Sunday 8 AM–9 PM

Posted hours for the park or trailhead. Gates and parking lots often close earlier than the trail itself, and seasonal hours change — worth a check before a pre-dawn or after-dark run.

Where to find Rock Quarry Garden

Greenville, South Carolina

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Listing verified July 2026 from public records, the trail's own website and runner reviews. Trail conditions change — paths flood, gates close at dusk, and shaded woods stay muddy for days after rain. Something out of date? Report a correction. Manage this trail? Send us the details — it is free.