| Alt Names |
Wambaw Cycle Trail - South, Wambaw Cycle Trails, Wamba Trails, Wambaw Cycle Trail - North, Wambah Swamp, Charleston County, Wambaw Motorcycle Trails |
| DESCRIPTION |
About 40 miles of sandy ATV trail loops that wind through a scenic mixed pine and hardwood woodland can be found at this national forest. There are two main loops and the trails are open to dirt bikes and ATV vehicles under 50 inches in width. Jeeps and other 4x4s are prohibited. Round Pond Cycle Trailhead camping area is located off Halfway Creek Rd. It offers direct access to the trail system. For additional information contact the Francis Marion National Forest - Wambaw Office.
***ANNOUNCEMENTS*** (March 2010)
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| LOCATION |
| Nearest City |
Mcclellanville, SC |
| GPS Coordinates |
N 33º 07.641' W 79º 38.263' |
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From: Mount Pleasant, SC
1) Take US-17 (US-701) north about 20 miles
2) Turn left (west) on Steed Creek Rd., continue 4.5 miles
3) Turn right on Halfway Creek Rd., continue 5.7 miles
4) Veer left at fork, continue about 1 mile.
5) Staging area is on the left. |
| AREA TYPE |
| Area Type |
Trail |
| Land Type |
National Forest |
| QUALITY |
| Rating |
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| Recommended Stay |
Full Day
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| REGULATIONS |
| Permit Required |
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| Dates Open |
Year-Round |
| Spark Arrestor |
Yes |
| Noise Limit |
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| Night Riding |
Unknown |
| Flags |
Not Required |
| Two Strokes |
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| ATVs |
No Restriction |
| UTVs |
No Restriction |
| 4x4s (registered) |
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| Unregistered Cars/4x4s/Buggies |
Prohibited |
| Bicycles |
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| Hiking |
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| Horseback |
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| Camping |
Some Areas |
| Campfires |
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| Law Enforcement |
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| FEES |
| Parking Fee |
($0.00)
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| Entry Fee |
($0.00)
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| Riding Fee |
Yes ($5.00 per rider) Annual passes can be purchased for $50. |
| Camping Fee |
Tent: $0.00 RV: $0.00 Addtl. Vehicle: $0.00
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| CONTACTS |
| Contact Info |
Francis Marion And Sumter National Forests 4931 Broad River Road Columbia, SC 29212 (803) 561-4025 (843) 336-3248 www.fs.fed.us
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| TERRAIN |
| Square Miles |
15 |
| Miles Of Trail |
40 |
| Climate Type |
Forest |
| Elevation |
20 to 65 ft. |
| Trail Maintenance |
Unknown |
| Sand |
Mostly |
| Hazards |
Few |
| Novice Terrain |
Some |
| Amateur Terrain |
Mostly |
| Expert Terrain |
Little |
| KEY SERVICES |
| First Aid |
30+ Miles (NE) |
| Gasoline |
5-20 Miles (SE) |
| Diesel |
5-20 Miles (SE) |
| Water |
5-20 Miles (S) |
| RV Hookup |
20-30 Miles (S) |
| RV Disposal |
20-30 Miles (S) |
| Campground |
On Site |
| Conv Store |
5-20 Miles (SE) |
| Swim Area |
5-20 Miles (SE) |
| Water Body |
On Site |
| Boat Ramp |
5-20 Miles (SE) |
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