Richland County, South Carolina
176 hiking & walking trails · 7parks, recreation areas & campgrounds · 8 cities. Real OpenStreetMap + Recreation.gov data, with a free trail map for every listing.
About Hiking in Richland County, South Carolina
Richland County is home to 176 mapped hiking trails and 7 federal parks, campgrounds, and recreation areas spread across 8 cities. Trail data is sourced from OpenStreetMap contributors; park and campground info comes from Recreation.gov.
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Trails & Parks in Richland County
Up to 183 pinpoints showing trail and park locations across the county.
Cities in Richland County
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Sample Parks in Richland County
Sample Trails in Richland County
Curated Guides for Richland County
Frequently Asked Questions
Are there hiking trails in Richland County, South Carolina?
Yes — we have 176 mapped hiking and walking trails in Richland County, South Carolina, sourced from OpenStreetMap. Browse the full list below, with distance, elevation, and difficulty for each.
What is the best hiking trail in Richland County, South Carolina for families?
Alsace Street near Columbia is one of the best family picks in Richland County, South Carolina — easy difficulty, short enough for kids and first-timers. See the full family hiking guide below for more options.
Is there a trail map for Richland County, South Carolina?
Each of the 176 trails in Richland County, South Carolina has its own page with an interactive map, GPS coordinates, and a link to view it on OpenStreetMap — no app or account needed.
What parks and recreation areas are in Richland County, South Carolina?
Richland County, South Carolina has 7 parks, recreation areas, and federal facilities in our index (1 classified as recreation areas). Each listing includes activities, photos where available, and directions.
Can I go camping in Richland County, South Carolina?
Yes — 3 of Richland County, South Carolina's parks have mapped campsites, from first-come sites to Recreation.gov reservations. The largest is Longleaf Campground with 16 sites. See the full campgrounds guide below for the ranked list.
Where can I find hiking trails and parks near Richland County, South Carolina?
Browse all hiking trails, walking trails, parks, and campgrounds across South Carolina for more options beyond Richland County, South Carolina.
Hiking guides for South Carolina
Statewide rankings and guides — useful context for Richland County.
Photo: Tobias MrzykThe 10 Longest Hiking Trails in South Carolina, Ranked
South Carolina's longest mapped hiking trails, ranked by distance with notes on what makes each route worth the commitment.
Photo: Tobias MrzykSouth Carolina's 10 Most Punishing Trails by Elevation Gain
Steep is hard. These are the ten South Carolina trails with the most total elevation gain — quad-burners earned by hard climbing.
Photo: Tobias MrzykThe Best Beginner-Friendly Hikes in South Carolina
Ten gentle, well-marked South Carolina trails perfect for first-time hikers, families, or recovery days.
Photo: Joshua EarleThe 10 Most Challenging Hikes in South Carolina
South Carolina's ten hardest hikes — expert difficulty, big mileage, or serious exposure. Reserved for experienced hikers.
Photo: Joshua EarleThe Best National Parks & Recreation Areas in South Carolina
Federal parks and recreation areas in South Carolina ranked by what they actually offer hikers and campers, not just popularity.
Photo: Joshua EarleBest Waterfall Hikes in South Carolina: 10 Trails to See Falls Up Close
South Carolina's best hikes to named waterfalls — from short family-friendly viewpoints to all-day cascade chasing.