The Palmetto Trail: High Hills of Santee Passage

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NOTICE: The area between mile 6 and 7 has been clear cut, so reroute by taking a right on Center Trail Rd. just past mile 6 and hike to Poinsett Park Rd. and take a left. Then hike to River Rd. and take a right. The trail will soon cut back off the road on the left hand side.

For more information on the section of the Palmetto Trail, click here.

This passage of the Palmetto Trail was named for the sandy ridges which form the Sandhills geographical region. These rolling hills are the remnants of an ancient ocean shoreline which transformed into 'coquina' rock over time. Particularly, this feature is noticeable in Poinsett State Park.

The trail is a doubletrack dirt path that is shared use with occasional muddy areas depending on the season. The trail heads north from Mill Creek County Park through the pine wood ridges in Manchester State Forest. Continue onward to Poinsett State Park, which offers parking, camping, bathrooms, and other amenities.