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Flat & Fast Running Trails in South Carolina
South Carolina has 40 trails with flat, fast terrain in this directory, across 26 cities and towns — Charleston, Columbia, Greenville, Anderson and 22 more. Gentle grades for tempo efforts, goal-pace long runs and steady miles.
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Myrtle Beach State Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 8,728 reviews
Sandy parkland offering recreational oceanfront, a nature center, forested areas & campgrounds.
Conestee Nature Preserve
4.7 ★★★★★ 2,652 reviews
Home to more than 200 bird species, this 400-acre wildlife preserve offers paved trails & bog walks.
Croft State Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 1,901 reviews
This 7,000-acre park boasts 12 miles of hiking & horse trails, 2 lakes & an equestrian center.
Saluda Shoals Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 1,542 reviews
400-acre park featuring a river observation deck, boat launches, picnic shelters & multi-use trails.
Conestee Park
4.8 ★★★★★ 1,497 reviews
Family-friendly recreational space featuring ballfields, picnic tables, dog parks and an array of trails.
Sadlers Creek State Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 900 reviews
Located on a peninsula that extends into a lake, this park boasts campsites, trails & a boat ramp.
Aiken State Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 782 reviews
Forested riverfront park offering multiuse trails, fishing, kayaking, boat rentals & wildlife views.
Harbison State Forest
4.7 ★★★★★ 625 reviews
Sprawling forest with 18 miles of hiking trails, a canoe landing, picnic shelters & a meeting space.
Horry County Bike & Run Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 535 reviews
Multiuse trail in Myrtle Beach featuring jumps and other features for mountain bikers, and a track for runners.
Cottonwood Trail in South Carolina
4.7 ★★★★★ 425 reviews
Riverfront trails for walking, hiking, biking and running; also dog-friendly.
Audubon Newhall Preserve
4.6 ★★★★★ 398 reviews
Casual, tranquil preserve with trails, a pond and labeled native plant life.
Swamp Rabbit trail
4.8 ★★★★★ 364 reviews
Clean and well-kept paved trail for biking, running and dog walking, plus a water park.
Alston Trailhead - Palmetto Trail
4.8 ★★★★★ 349 reviews
Scenic woodland walking & biking trail, featuring campsites along the way.
Rock Hill River Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 255 reviews
Natural parkland ranging across 70 acres along the Catawba River, with trails & a boat launch.
Rocky River Nature Park
4.4 ★★★★☆ 224 reviews
Tree-topped nature park offering short walks & wildlife viewing in a tranquil setting.
Nalley Brown Nature Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 208 reviews
Kid-friendly park featuring boardwalks and wooded areas along with several marked trails for hiking, picnicking and dog-walking.
Issaqueena Trailhead
4.6 ★★★★★ 200 reviews
Popular 100+ mile trail network for hiking and dog walks, plus horseback riding and mountain biking.
Sawmill Branch Trail - E. Richardson Ave. Trailhead
4.5 ★★★★★ 183 reviews
Paved pathway for walking and biking, plus a stream and views of ducks.
Spanish Moss Trail - Depot Road Trailhead
4.7 ★★★★★ 160 reviews
Well-maintained former rail route for hikers and cyclists with water views.
Piedmont Medical Center Trail - North Trailhead
4.6 ★★★★★ 150 reviews
Paved trail alongside the Catawba River with benches for resting.
Veterans Park
4.3 ★★★★☆ 160 reviews
Peaceful memorial park featuring plaques and a gazebo, along with a tank and Huey.
NMB Nature Trail
4.2 ★★★★☆ 138 reviews
Level walking trails, including a 2.5-mile loop, through the woods, some of which is mulched.
Waccamaw River Park
4.2 ★★★★☆ 128 reviews
Wooded area featuring hiking trails as well as a disc golf course.
Victoria Bluff Heritage Preserve/Wildlife Management Area
4.3 ★★★★☆ 125 reviews
More than 1,100 acres of nature trails with bird watching, wildlife viewing & many native trees.
The Dike
4.8 ★★★★★ 97 reviews
Relaxed park with a trail, a hill, and a lake for sunset views, picnics, and dogs.
Blue Wall Preserve
4.8 ★★★★★ 87 reviews
Nature preserve with ponds, a waterfall, and a hiking trail.
New River Linear Trail
4.1 ★★★★☆ 80 reviews
Set in a historic area, this flat trail runs next to a railroad bed & is used for hiking & biking.
Wylie Dam Trail
4.4 ★★★★☆ 64 reviews
Recreational spot featuring hiking trails and a dam, along with canoeing opportunities and fishing.
Peak To Prosperity Passage of the Palmetto Trail
4.8 ★★★★★ 58 reviews
Pretty trail for walking, biking, camping and running.
High Hill Creek Bike and Run Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 59 reviews
West Ashley Greenway (East Coast Greenway)
4.7 ★★★★★ 37 reviews
Wide paved and gravel path spanning 8.5 miles, popular for walking, biking, and running.
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