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Foothills Trail: Gum Gap Section
Trail
3.5 mile
5.7 kilometer
point to point
Easy
Elevation
Ascent:
304'
93 m
Descent: -340' -104 m
High: 3,097' 944 m
Low: 2,876' 877 m
Grade
Avg Grade: 3% (2°)
Max Grade: 13% (8°)
Dogs
Leashed
Weather
Unknown
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“A wide, wooded trail that leisurely follows the contours of the land.”
— Sandy TroyanFeatures Birding · Fall Colors · Wildlife
Description
The Gum Gap Trail follows a wide dirt road making for a nice, easy leisurely hike. This trail is mostly easy ascents and descents, and this trail is primarily used for hiking and is accessible year-round. This is a great section for visitors of all abilities as it is as wide as a dirt road and has little to no obstacles throughout.
Contacts
Land Manager: SC State Parks - Paris Mountain
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