Palmetto Trail: Ross Mountain Passage
Sumter National Forest, Oconee County, SC
Out-and-back trail in Sumter National Forest, Oconee County, SC. Hiking, Mountain biking, & Walking.
- Distance
- 2.6 mi (4.2 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 187 ft (57 m)
- Est. Time
- 55 min
- High point
- 1,726 ft (526 m)
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Route type
- Out & back
Features
Questions about Palmetto Trail: Ross Mountain Passage
How long is Palmetto Trail: Ross Mountain Passage?
Palmetto Trail: Ross Mountain Passage is 2.6 mi (4.2 km) long. Most people take about 55 min. It climbs 187 ft (57 m) in total, up to a high point of 1,726 ft (526 m).
How hard is Palmetto Trail: Ross Mountain Passage?
GoTrails rates it Easy, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for Palmetto Trail: Ross Mountain Passage?
No parking mapped: check before you drive.
Are there water and toilets on Palmetto Trail: Ross Mountain Passage?
No water mapped: bring all you need. No toilets mapped.
Is Palmetto Trail: Ross Mountain Passage shaded?
Mostly shaded (96% under trees).
Is Palmetto Trail: Ross Mountain Passage good for kids?
Yes, it is marked as kid friendly.
What can you do on Palmetto Trail: Ross Mountain Passage?
Best for Hiking. Also: Mountain biking, Walking. Shared with bikes. Surface: dirt.
Where can you eat near Palmetto Trail: Ross Mountain Passage?
Food, 1.7 mi (2.8 km) from the start. 1 more places to eat.
Is this a good week for Palmetto Trail: Ross Mountain Passage?
GoTrails turns the 7-day forecast at the start and at the high point into a clear go / no-go: temperature, rain, storms, wind, heat, air quality and daylight, with a suggested start time. This week’s call is at the top of this page.
Trails near Palmetto Trail: Ross Mountain Passage
- Boundary Trail Francis Marion and Sumter National Forests · Hard · 10.2 mi (16.4 km)
- Palmetto Trail: Stumphouse Mountain Passage Oconee County · Easy · 3.1 mi (5 km)
- Blue Ridge Railroad Historical Trail Oconee County · Moderate · 4 mi (6.5 km)
- Falling Waters Scenic Byway Sumter National Forest · Expert · 17.2 mi (27.6 km)
- Ross Mountain Trail Oconee State Park · Easy · 0.8 mi (1.3 km)
- Yellow Branch Falls Trail Sumter National Forest · Moderate · 3.1 mi (5.1 km)
- Oconee Trail Oconee State Park · Moderate · 4.1 mi (6.6 km)
- Old Waterwheel Trail Oconee State Park · Easy · 2.7 mi (4.3 km)
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