Life is ever fleeting! Poorly marked and poorly paved in multiple portions. The 20 mile-per-hour speed limit should keep you safe and there are no sharp curves between Greenville and TR. very nice facility. My wife and I rode our tandem from the parking area off Lakehurst St up to Travelers Rest (TR) on a sunny Thursday morning. Virtual Tour of Swamp Rabbit Trail. Locals rate it highly, because it is the only one around. • ONLY DRAWBACK is 3-4 very busy crossings with heavy traffic. Now let’s hope the city of Greenville gets on-board to fix the southern portion of the trail. In downtown, it is very crowded - a bypass trail is needed. Help defend and expand trails nationwide. We are considering coming back but.....in the middle of the week after the morning crowd has gone. As it comes to East Faris Rd. I love the trail and looking forward to alot of summer riding. Enjoyed being able to feed many of the animals. The Greenville Health System, a local healthcare provider, generously provided $1 million to help develop and publicize the trail. For example “SR314 means you are at mile 31.4 on the Green Line of the Swamp Rabbit Trail network (and next door to the Swamp Rabbit Cafe & Grocery). Once you're out of downtown in the right direction, getting lost is not a concern, and we had no issues with the one or two road crossings on the route. June 3, 2010
Rode from Downtown Greenville the length of trail and back. Come give this one a try! My wife and I, both age 54, rode this trail Friday, August 3, 2012. it proceeds on the sidewalk up the hill (West) to the traffic light at Cleveland St. then crosses Faris and proceeds down hill toward the College. And it looks like they are finally getting ready to replace the metal grate bridge. Taking a side trip along the lake on Furman's campus is also a scenic treat. It is definitely a place I would bring small children to introduce them to the joys of biking. Great job to all the people involved in S.C. Recommend this trail to anyone .The people here always nice too. Pavement is a little bumpy in places but overall an enjoyable 22.7 mile ride. I love the Swamp Rabbit Trail and give it a 5 star but it does need to be repaved because it makes for a very bumpy ride. Our group was two families with teenage boys. south of White Horse Rd./CR 59 (Travelers Rest) to Lake Conestee Nature Park (Greenville). Also, would like to see more cyclists wearing helmets for protection. Now in one ear out the other i let it pass, well a month ago i asked my GF when will our daughter be off, of course with Easter holidays coming up i was given the dates. We have a house up in Virginia (we live in Ga.) on the New River Trail and bike a lot there but we enjoyed the paved ride in Greenville....when we weren't dodging animals, children and slow people! I will try it again at a later date but on this date I was disappointed with it. This might be a great trail if you know where you are going but it was very difficult for us. I found it leisurely and quite well-traveled by bikers, walkers, and joggers for a Tuesday. It includes benches along the way so you can stop and relax if you like. I entered from the Zoo parking lot at Cleveland Dr and Washington. Although there are a couple of steep embankments, fences have been erected in the most dangerous sections - it makes for nice views and plenty of wild life. find trail maps, reviews, photos & driving directions on traillink.com There is a beautiful Hampton Inn right in this area too. Recordings Completed Stats. The trail can be confusing unless you look at Google Maps. Ride just a few miles and stop at the Swamp Rabbit Cafe for a delightful coffee, or organic peach, or fruit smoothie. Once again the only reason we went to Greenville was because of the trail. To find the trail from surface streets, Take River St. South from McBee or Broad Streets, or North from Camperdown Way. Swamp Rabbit Trail is connected for about 14 miles non stop if we had gone the whole distance through Reedy River, Falls Park, and Cleveland Park in Greenville. But that's great they could figure it out. The ride from Greenville to TR is a gentle uphill grade. It goes by Furman, i had never visited Furman. YOu can't go fast, there are some tough corners, you have to watch out for pedestrians because some is on a sidewalk. There are many places to take a break or grab a bite in TR. The trail is well maintained and has few ups and downs (important to us since we live in Florida, the land of flatness). The north end of the trail ends with mile marker 23 (the intent is to continue the trail to the SC/NC state line 23 miles to the north) and the south end of the trail ends a bit beyond mile marker 36 (the intent is to continue the trail south to the Atlantic Ocean). Fantastic! There needs to be a police patrol every day and ticket these troglodytes! I don't like the Greenville zoo area as well. In downtown, it is very crowded - a bypass trail is needed. Following the Reedy River, the trail heads south through the park-like setting of the Furman University campus and continues into downtown Greenville, ending at Greenville Tech on Cleveland Street. My next trip there will be to do ALL of the trail accompanied by an overnight stay in downtown Greenville. Paint on the road would go a long way. While not overly difficult and relatively short, Swamp Rabbit is one of my favorites for several reasons: There are half-mile markers and .1-mile stencils along the path. Use a little common sense and have respect for other people using the trail. Goes right by Furman University and can bike around the lake there. Very nice trail. Magellan would be challenged finding his way from the Greenville Zoo to the trail. We had lunch at "The Lazy Goat" and loved it. We ate at Swamp Rabbit Grocery, and then stopped again for a beer in TR before we made our return trip. Parked at the north end accross from the hospital and enjoyed the nice, well marked, scenic ride to downtown. History. Other Map resources; Open data; Edit it here! I do hope, in the future, that the Swamp Rabbit trail gets so much use that the city/county is compelled to make connecting trails to the east, west, and south, perhaps along creeks since there are few more abandoned rail lines in the area. recently sold home at 208 Grayson Dr, Travelers Rest, SC 29690 that sold on August 6, 2020 for Last Sold for $360,000 Like a lot of rail/trails you don't want to let a tire wander off the path. Sign Up. More serious cyclists probably will probably appreciate this as a 10-mile warm up ride for a launch into the foothills of the Appalachians. To reach the trail from Reedy River Falls Historic Park, continue up river under Main St. and about 1/8 mile to River St. Cross the street and continue along Reedy View Dr. (slightly to the left) until you reach Link Stone Park. Children running wild like animals and the parents not doing one thing about it. I have seen rabbits, foxes and even deer (on the, newer, southern section near Lake Conestee.). Stop at the ST Grocery and Cafe for some local food. I don't like the Greenville zoo area as well. We stopped in at the Swamp Rabbit Grocery and had some of their homemade bread! M. Willems. There are tight turns on either end of a small bridge over the Reedy River. Restrooms available in both places. We stayed at Travelers Rest at the Hampton (being refurbished). Grades were easy. Rating would be higher, but trail is in need of repair. Turn onto Reedy View Dr. and you may find parking there (only a few spaces available). There were a few businesses along the way. But kudos to everyone who is working to extend the trail and make it better. You can circle the lake, use the restroom or even stop in at the school cafeteria. plenty of places to stop and eat great bike and kayak shop in Travellers Rest. Keep going and end in Traveler's Rest where there are numerous bike patron friendly establishments - most notably Williams Hardware and Cafe who provide free restrooms with running hot and cold water as well as a wonderful lunch menu. There are a lot of tree root bumps in the trail. There's a bowling alley on Cleveland St that may let you park there. Linky Stone Park will be on the right (great native plant education for young and old) and as you continue past the park and beneath the Academy St. overpass, Carolina Swamp Rabbit Trail begins on your left, between the middle two columns supporting the overpass. There is a nice Hampton Inn in Travelers Rest. If you need bike supplies, there is a very nice bike/kayak shop shortly after you start the ride. It has become the envy of the surrounding towns. If you want to introduce someone to a rail/trail - this is a great one. It has become the envy of the surrounding towns. If we'd known ahead of time, we would have stayed there, because downtown Greenville would be a beautiful place to stay and play. I've been in love with Greenville for years, but just recently got into biking on the weekend. You are not the only person in the world. Plan to go on this trail again!! GHS Swamp Rabbit Trail, Greenville: Address, Phone Number, GHS Swamp Rabbit Trail Reviews: 4.5/5 For a good challenge, hike the Red Rock Canyon trail which takes you up the steep Dreaded Hill for approximately one mile, after which you will be glad to reach the Four Corners rest point where you’ll find a map and water fountains. It is now 17.5 miles long and it seems to be growing every year. Look for the signs indicating the trail just to the East side of the river where the Woodland Way bridge crosses it. Don't get me wrong nice trail but overrated. We started at the zoo and rode the trail north up to Travelers Rest and had lunch up there at the Whistle Stop (GREAT chickens salad) and back. Running along the scenic Reedy River on a historic rail bed, the Prisma Health Swamp Rabbit Trail Network is a 22 mile multi-use greenway system. to the College the trail is right beside busy streets. But the on-surface painted mile markers help guide one - and are a good safety feature. Only downside is you have to stop for some major roads as some points, but other than that awesome trail. I know first hand, I let my front wheel run off the asphalt and my bike slipped down the embankment. The Y has ample parking, is safe and there were many other bikers parking there. Enjoy! We are considering coming back but.....in the middle of the week after the morning crowd has gone. We biked all the way from the cemetery in Traverlers Rest, SC to the Greenville, SC section. I drive down from Asheville just to ride this trail....I enjoy it that much! in the future Virginia Creepy bike trail is calling...R.my sprinting bike trail where i live no longer seems accurate. Head injuries are bad news. Only downside is you have to stop for some major roads as some points, but other than that awesome trail. We ate at Swamp Rabbit Grocery, and then stopped again for a beer in TR before we made our return trip. Overall, it's a great space, and I'm happy to be a part of community that so values it (in fact, it was the determining factor in where I decided to live in Greenville; no disappointments so far!). Once you get closer and then through downtown, there are a lot of side trails but they are also marked Swamp Rabbit. Get a FREE Rail Trails Guidebook when you become a Member with Rails-to-Trails Conservancy. When we are reviewing trails, the SCENERY is always important. The Greenville Health System, a local healthcare provider, generously provided $1 million to help develop and publicize the trail. Nice job Greenville! Hallelujah! We did this trail by chance (bad weather in NC forced to reconsider SC). Stayed at the KOA campground in travelers rest sc. Ride just a few miles and stop at the Swamp Rabbit Cafe for a delightful coffee, or organic peach, or fruit smoothie. 3. So glad we stayed in Greenville to ride this trail. My only complaint would be to inform cyclists about letting runners/walkers know that you are approaching them by either shouting which side you are passing on or ringing a bell (if available) and shouting. Although only a half-mile long, it travels by a pond and is quite picturesque. The only real problem with this trail is the rude "bikers". SOmeone figured a way to get from the the zoo south of town to the trail north of town and i give them credit. Following the Reedy River, the trail heads south through the park-like setting of the Furman University campus and continues into downtown Greenville, ending at Greenville Tech on Cleveland Street. This trail is at the top of our list as one of the more enjoyable ones we have biked and we will be biking it again. There were a few businesses along the way. There are many places along the trail covered by the canapy which added to the experience. Watch yourself! Hallelujah! Popular with humans of all sizes and their four-legged friends, the trail runs along the beautiful, meandering Reedy River, which features multiple waterfalls and is home to several of Greenville's finest ducks. Down Greenville way (especially around Falls Park) there's LOTS of eateries and diversions. 3. once you get a mile or two north of Greenville it is very scenic and rural, very relaxing. Falls Park, though crowded for cycling, was very scenic. It was well worth the 2hr drive. Lots of shady trees. Please use this to upload your best image. The tail is nice and the valley is pretty but the signage was confusing or non existent in many cases. Absolutely fabulous and bought a loaf to take with us! includes several side trails that have been surfaced with asphalt to connect the nearby neighborhoods to the trail. I recommend a bike with suspension when cycling the Swamp Rabbit, or road bikes avoid the use of this trail. There are at least three bike shops that we know of along or near the trial, located at mile markers 24, 31.5 and 33 (the shop is just north of the trail on N. Hudson). This last section is about 6 miles and will give you about 600 feet of elevation gain. It is really not a trail through downtown. Hopefully there are plans to build toilets or place portable toilets at least at either end of the trail. Being a weekday, there were no crowds to contend with. There is a 4 lane highway to cross with a small median. Rode this trail Tuesday, September 22, 2015 from Cleveland Park to Traveler's Rest and back. So I'm extremely proud that my hometown of Greenville also sees the value of these trails, and the surface design for joggers actually trumps the surface of Indy's greenway system. I love the area by Furman University and Travelers Rest but sure wish their was hills on this because most times it is very dangerous on the roads, when I first moved here I heard so much on the internet about what a wonderful bicycling community Greenville is, quite frankly this is very overrated, from the Midwest an trails in Iowa and Missouri are so much nicer and more challenging. I have two issues though. The trail is paved to perfection; a very smooth surface, and a very flat ride. We got lost and went the wrong direction in Greenville, which added an extra five miles and some frustration, but overall not a huge setback. Also provides excellent access to some of Greenville's beautiful scenery. Some due to construction, some due to arrows on path the took the trail to a sidewalk? The trail is well kept and a pleasure to ride. A map of the downtown section was helpful for us, since we were new to the trail. The central part in downtown is "USELESS" for bike riding because it is in a very busy pedestrian area, and you have to walk your bike, and sign directions are horrible. Very pretty city also. Some signs are on posts, but many, as you get closer to the trail heading North, are applied to the sidewalks. But kudos to everyone who is working to extend the trail and make it better. If you want to introduce someone to a rail/trail - this is a great one. River Place is full of shops, artists and restaurants. Signs were very good in directing where to go on the trail. • An Urban experience with plenty of places to shop and eat in downtown Greenville The section from the Park to Faris Rd. Pushing through the brush, I indeed saw a trail pointing in a promising direction, and this was no game trail. What a great surprise, a waterfall right in downtown. http://greenvillerec.com/parks/swamprabbit/. At one point you can see a beautiful waterfall. Come give this one a try! As you head towards TR the trail takes a "jog" at Willard St. Furman University is at mile marker 27 and the grounds are wonderful and a worthwhile detour to ride through. It was well worth the 2hr drive. Our whimsical, illustrated map points out our favorite stops along the trail if you bike from our inn in downtown Greenville, SC or from our inn in Travelers Rest, SC. The scenery and cites are great. Life is not all about mileage and speed. Have ridden the entire Trail 4 times now and it is beautiful! My riding partner and I rented bikes from PedalChic in downtown, and went out and back to Traveler's Rest (26 mile day total, with our detour). Thanks to Travelers Rest and Greenville. But i got lost twice trying to get through. A future trail section that is not yet paved has had the rails removed and the road bed graded through Furman University and is definitely usable as part of any excursion at the University. Overall our trip was about 30 miles. Other good spots on the trail include the Swamp Rabbit Trail Grocery and Café, Furman University and Campus, shops in both Greenville and Travelers Rest, Cleveland Park, the Zoo and we didn't even get to the southern part of the trail. If I had any criticism, I would let everyone know that we could not find any toilets the whole distance (10 miles). 2. The city really needs to correct these many sign ERRORS! I parked near the Zoo off of Lakehurst, lot had a lot of trees for use about all day shade. Your donation will help us to continue connecting more people to trails around the country. • Places to stop and eat in GVille and Trav Rest https://www.facebook.com/BikesBeerandGrub/, 7/17 we arrived next morning I hit the trail for the next 5 days up to Tate Rd.then back to downtown Greenville, i promised to try Paris Mt. Had an absolutely wonderful ride barring some Marathon Trainers who were very rude to those of us who enjoy the trail. Excellent Trail. The trail has a riparian view, but is bordered by an industrial and warehouse neighborhood with poor lighting so keep urban safety in mind. Also, the Greenville Hospital System and Greenville County Recreation District raised awareness of the trail during the Labor Day Weekend's USPRO Cycling Championships by presenting a scavenger hunt to lead children (and their parents/guardians) to the trail at Linky Stone Park and sponsoring a free bike helmet giveaway for children. Only about 7 miles north of Paris Mountain State Park and Greenville, SC. I was able to get out for a quick 15 miles between rain drops from Greenville. The only complaint... there was not much for them to do while waiting for me in that area. But really enjoyed the trail as there is a lot to see (not boring). Also, needs more signage as you come into Greenville. I walked this trail in December of '09 between Cleveland Park and Faris Road and was thoroughly impressed. We had a great time and travelled approx. Recommend this trail to anyone .The people here always nice too. Also, did not visit it, but there is a cafe and store with trail access at one point. The far north segment in Traveler's Rest is mostly sidewalk near busy street traffic, so it is just urban sidewalk riding (NOT a "trail"). See above. Don't get me wrong nice trail but overrated. Lots of great little shops and cafes in Travelers Rest. This is a great trail with many great places to stop, eat and have a cold beverage. I love the trail and looking forward to alot of summer riding. We rode the trail from Taft Road south to The end next to the bowling alley on Cleveland. Speaking of safety, the local governments need to erect better protection at major street intersections. You also pass quite a few industrial sites which are not very scenic, but they don't deter from the "overall" beauty of this trail. United States • South Carolina • Cleveland Park • Swamp Rabbit Trail; More Trails View Trail Details. The Y has ample parking, is safe and there were many other bikers parking there. Either will work fine but the smooth tires and lighter frames are a little more comfortable. Become a member and wear your FREE T-Shirt with pride. We rode this trail from Cleveland Park to Travelers Rest and back. Map of the Swamp Rabbit Trail details and the greater Greenville SC area. But, we're glad we came. I rode this trail to help burn all the calories from a long road trip. Once you reach this destination, you won't want to leave, but, crossing to the other side of the falls the trail continues on for a few miles through Cleveland Park and terminates on Faris St. Cleveland Park is nice too, but if you're pressed for time, just stay in Falls Park and spend the day enjoying the atmosphere. Here you’ll find a parking area and kiosk at the trailhead, mile marker 41, and the terminus of the Swamp Rabbit Trail. Slower traffic (on foot OR bicycles)needs to stay to the right of the trail (depending on your direction of travel)so other traffic can go safely around them. We made good use of TTR's bike shop as my wife had a flat tire along the way which they quickly repaired. Stop in TR and have a brew and eats. 1,128' 344 m High 830' ... it is very straightforward as long as you pay attention to the signs and mile markers. The RULES for a multi-use trail needs to be posted at every juncture that has a park sign. We started our ride in the town of Travelers Rest. We vacationed in Blairsville Ga. and made a day trip to Greensville just for the Swamp Rabbit Trail. This whole area is one big "park" where locals sit to eat their lunch or feed the ducks. It starts at the intersection of South Pleasantburg Dr and Cleveland Street. Super fun ride with a lot scenery changes. It runs from Travelers Rest to the Greenville zoo. each in length). Keep up the good work and keep on keepin' on taking care of us runners !!
This trail is a great trail for biking but also a busy trail. GREAT day! We live in Asheville, NC and plan to bike the Carolina Swamp Rabbit Trail often. rode northern section then around the lake at Furman University and back. Very pretty city also. My wife and I came 200 miles to experience this much talked about trail. • Scenery is both rural and urban, with a ride by/thru Furman University campus a nice bonus It has it all: restaurants along trail, nearby grocery stores, bike shops, water fountains & restrooms. The section from the Park to Faris Rd. Very well maintained trail with some awesome views. There are but they are all ok, except one. I am from Atlanta, it was nice to bring my bike up and use the trail. Wonderful ride, can't wait to get back to Greenville! We've ridden both weekend and weekday and much prefer weekday riding. We live in Asheville, NC and plan to bike the Carolina Swamp Rabbit Trail often. Trail map of the Greenville Health System Swamp Rabbit Trail from Tate Rd. The child who was “forced” to do this, ended our trip with his approval who exclaimed it was the “Best Day Ever”. One bar if you wanted a beer just north of Greenville. We actually thought the trail itself was very nice and would be great anytime besides the weekend. Great views
I think they need better signage on the beginning of the trail from the point starting at the zoo. Restricted Access Disclaimer "Self-guided" trail access is limited. Pavement is a little bumpy in places but overall an enjoyable 22.7 mile ride. Since I rode it last, Swamp Rabbit has been extended about a mile northward. Traverses a variety of locale with nice stops along the way. If you're up for a fairly long trail ride, then this one is GREAT. This hotel is just across the street from the trail. It was a new adventure to us both. I moved to Greenville about a month ago and haved already logged several hundred miles of biking, running, and hiking on the SWR. Check or FAQs for more common login questions. Mostly, I'm running, but I also commute to the downtown on my bike, from the southern portion of the trail. I have spent some time trying to find such information on the website, but cannot. I did not find the trail to be especially scenic as it basically was urban in nature. The signage through downtown Greenville is terrible. It's such a pleasant ride including both sunny areas and shade and lots of beautiful trees! grass along the side is cut nicely. There is one place downtown where you will need to ride on Furman College Way (street) because the actual trail goes up steps. Lots of shady trees. My only complaint is that it's not longer than 20 miles. Rode this trail yesterday. This section is almost totally a secluded, riparian area. There's easy access to downtown Greenville. Thank you, Greenville for finally getting the leg completed from downtown to Furman. I assume the trail will be longer some day. This trail is a great trail for biking but also a busy trail. I rode the trail for the first time yesterday. Not particularly crowded on a Friday a generally everyone considerate of passing edicate. Signs are needed telling you where to go. I've ridden many bike trails, and this one is just "fair". My biggest complaint is that the SIGNS to the spur trails say that the spur trail is the MAIN trail--but they are NOT! My only complaint would be to inform cyclists about letting runners/walkers know that you are approaching them by either shouting which side you are passing on or ringing a bell (if available) and shouting. Approx. Plan. Another runner confused at same spot.
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