Sandhills Hiking Trail
This single-use trail circles the park’s 30-acre lake. Hikers will enjoy the sights and sounds of the Sandhills as
they venture into the forest and through wetlands on
boardwalks. Look for fox squirrels and listen for pileated woodpeckers as you enjoy this scenic trail.
Length: 2 miles
Signage: White diamonds
Uses: Hiking (Biking not permitted)
Mountain Bike Trail
This multi-use trail is ideal for mountain biking enthusiasts as well as beginners. It is of moderate difficulty, so
beginners should use caution. Approximately 4 miles of
the trail are single track, winding through more remote
forested areas of the park. Riders of this trail will get
close-up views of longleaf pines and turkey oaks, two of
the most common tree species in the Sandhills region.
Length: 6 miles
Signage: Blue diamonds
Uses: Biking, hiking, and jogging
Loop Trail
This multi-use trail uses an existing roadbed, making it a
wide trail great for joggers, hikers, and bikers. See a diversity of plants and wildlife on this trail as you circle
through the park’s forests and wetlands.
Length: 3.5 miles
Signage: none
Uses: Hiking, biking, and jogging
*Warning! A section of this trail is open to vehicle traffic, so trail users should use caution.
Jackson Creek Nature Trail
This trail is a short loop that will take you through a bottomland forest area, upward into an open pine habitat,
and end with a scenic view of Centennial Lake. As you
walk along the trail follow the interpretive signs to learn
about many of the plants and animals that call Sesqui
home. Look closely and you might see a prickly pear
cactus or a Carolina anole.
Length: 0.4 miles
Signage: Interpretive sign posts
Uses: Hiking (biking not permitted)
Leave No Trace Principles
1)
Plan ahead and prepare
2)
Travel and camp on durable surfaces
3)
Dispose of waste properly
4)
Leave what you find
5)
Minimize campfire impacts
6)
Respect wildlife
7)
Be considerate of other visitors
For more information visit www.LNT.org
Rules and Regulations
1. Trail users must stay on designated trails only
2. All pets must remain on a leash no longer than 6 ft.
3. No trailside camping or fires
*For a complete listing of state park rules and regulations visit the park
office
Park Admission Fees:
Adults (age 16 and older): $2
Senior/disabled SC residents: $1.25
Children (15 and under): FREE
Annual Park Passports also available!
Park Hours:
Daylight Savings Time: 7 am - 9 pm daily
Standard Time: 8 am - 6 pm
Office Hours: 11 am - noon & 4-5 pm daily
*Gate at park entrance locks when park closes
FOR ALL EMERGENCIES CALL 911
Richland County Sheriff’s Dept. : (803) 691-9000
Sesquicentennial State Park
9564 Two Notch Rd.
Columbia, SC 29223
Phone: (803) 788-2706
Fax: (803) 788-4414
E-mail: [email protected]
Website: www.SouthCarolinaParks.com
Sesquicentennial
State Park
Trail Map