Union County, South Carolina
101 hiking & walking trails · 0parks, recreation areas & campgrounds · 13 cities. Real OpenStreetMap + Recreation.gov data, with a free trail map for every listing.
About Hiking in Union County, South Carolina
Union County is home to 101 mapped hiking trails and 0 federal parks, campgrounds, and recreation areas spread across 13 cities. Trail data is sourced from OpenStreetMap contributors; park and campground info comes from Recreation.gov.
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Trails & Parks in Union County
Up to 101 pinpoints showing trail and park locations across the county.
Cities in Union County
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Sample Trails in Union County
Curated Guides for Union County
Frequently Asked Questions
Are there hiking trails in Union County, South Carolina?
Yes — we have 101 mapped hiking and walking trails in Union County, South Carolina, sourced from OpenStreetMap. Browse the full list below, with distance, elevation, and difficulty for each.
What is the most difficult hiking trail in Union County, South Carolina?
Palmetto Trail Enoree Passage near Cross Anchor is rated hard — the toughest classification among Union County, South Carolina's mapped trails.
What is the best hiking trail in Union County, South Carolina for families?
86 Spur near Carlisle is one of the best family picks in Union 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 Union County, South Carolina?
Each of the 101 trails in Union 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 Union County, South Carolina?
We don't have parks or recreation areas mapped in Union County, South Carolina yet.
Can I go camping in Union County, South Carolina?
We don't show any campgrounds with mapped campsites in Union County, South Carolina right now — check the state level for more camping options nearby.
Where can I find hiking trails and parks near Union County, South Carolina?
Browse all hiking trails, walking trails, parks, and campgrounds across South Carolina for more options beyond Union County, South Carolina.
Hiking guides for South Carolina
Statewide rankings and guides — useful context for Union 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.