LOWCOUNTRY ON THE MOVE IN BEAUFORT Stretch your legs along the Spanish Moss Trail , a 10-mile paved path that winds through salt marshes, towering oaks and historic neighborhoods. This rail-trail gem is flat and ideal for walkers, cyclists and people with strollers and wheelchairs. Cap off your outing with a table at Plums Restaurant , a riverfront favorite serving Southern comfort food with a side of charm. BEACHCOMBER’S BLISS ON EDISTO ISLAND Trek across bleached driftwood-and shell-strewn sands on the Botany Bay Beach Walk , where the trail is more about tide than terrain. This unspoiled barrier island offers hauntingly beautiful “boneyard” beaches, birdwatching and quiet reflection. After your coastal stroll, grab a seat at The SeaCOW Eatery , a no-frills island treasure known for its fresh seafood and laid-back vibes. MOUNTAIN CHALLENGE IN PICKENS COUNTY Up for a heart-pounding climb? The Table Rock Summit Trail dishes out steep ascents and rocky scrambles on a 7.2-mile round trip, but the Blue Ridge Mountain views from the top are pure payoff. Refuel with hearty Appalachian eats at the Pumpkintown General Store , where you’ll find buttery biscuits, country favorites and friendly faces waiting to welcome you back to earth. WOODS & BREWS NEAR THE CAPITAL Crisscross wetlands and woodlands on Harbison State Forest’s Firebreak Trail , a moderately difficult loop just minutes from the city. Afterward, head to Craft and Draft in Irmo, where a rotating lineup of local beers and creative pub fare makes for the perfect trail-to-table transition. ROLLING & REFUELING IN TRAVELERS REST Follow the Swamp Rabbit Trail , a 28-mile multiuse greenway linking Greenville to Travelers Rest. It's ideal for bikes, strollers and wheelchairs, and the people-watching isn’t bad either. Once you've worked up an appetite, step into Upcountry Provisions for scratch-made sandwiches, locally sourced bites and an inviting back porch perfect for lingering. HIKES & BITES In South Carolina, adventure doesn’t stop at the trailhead, and your reward for getting outside is more than just a view. From coastal walks to mountain climbs, pair your outdoor excursions with locally loved eateries for a day that feeds both body and soul. Scan the Qr code for a 360-degree virtual experience atoP table rock mountain. DiscoverSouthCarolina.com Table Rock State Park, Pickens 37
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