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A fast, flowing cross country trail through Sumter National Forest. Bikes yield to horses.


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Map Key

31.7

Miles

51.1

KM

85%

Singletrack

634' 193 m

High

417' 127 m

Low

2,547' 776 m

Up

2,587' 788 m

Down

3%

Avg Grade (2°)

30%

Max Grade (17°)

Dogs Leashed

E-Bikes Unknown

Family Friendly Camping/swimming at the Parson's Mountain Lake.

Overview

This great route has the possibility for endless variations, but the full 32 mile route is displayed here. Along the way, you'll enjoy rolling terrain, well-maintained trail and beautiful views. This is a great spot for beginners and experienced riders alike!

Description

This has the potential for 2 hours or more of riding without crossing the same point twice. You'll cross into various creeks 4 times, and there are bridges over Long Cane Creek twice. The trails are well maintained, and they can be ridden in the summer 24 hours after hard rain. The Forest Service has signs posted "do not ride wet trails" - good advice to respect the trail.

For the beginner, this is a great place to learn; For the cross country rider, it is never boring at full throttle. Turns are linked together nicely, and it should put a smile, or grimace, on your face if you like to hammer. The full figure 8 will be 32 miles. There is water available at two points. One is at the most southwest corner at Parsons Mountain Lake, and the second is at Fell Hunt Camp. The water is located at a Forest Service facility, and you have to look for them, but they are not hidden.

Take a map or use the MTB Project mobile app. There are a few places where the singletrack crosses roads or follows them for a short distance. Cell reception is spotty, so come prepared. At the furthest point, you are 11 miles from your starting point - a long way to walk for a mechanical.

Contacts

Shared By:

Scott Frock with improvements by Mr T

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Photos

Singletrack through the trees.
May 27, 2016 near Abbeville, SC
Have fun navigating this bridge crossing along the Long Cane Horse Trail.
Feb 5, 2017 near Abbeville, SC
Strange trail scene
Feb 27, 2023 near Abbeville, SC
Typical hardwood trail
Jul 26, 2023 near Abbeville, SC
Broken bridge.
May 27, 2016 near Abbeville, SC
Rail Trestle at D
Jul 26, 2023 near Abbeville, SC
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