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  • New South Carolina Bicycle Law Allows Cyclists to Roll Through Stop Signs
    Biking | Explore

    New South Carolina Bicycle Law Allows Cyclists to Roll Through Stop Signs

    Byphone June 24, 2026June 24, 2026

    South Carolina has adopted a new Bicycle Safety Stop law that allows cyclists to treat stop signs as yield signs when it is safe to do so. Here’s what the new law means for riders, drivers, and communities across the Upstate.

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  • Understanding Bike Trail Ratings: What Do Green, Blue, and Black Trails Really Mean?
    Biking | Explore

    Understanding Bike Trail Ratings: What Do Green, Blue, and Black Trails Really Mean?

    Byphone June 24, 2026June 24, 2026

    New to mountain biking? Learn what green, blue, black diamond, and double black diamond trail ratings really mean and how to choose the right trail for your skill level.

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  • More Than a Bike Path: Exploring the Swamp Rabbit Trail and the New Rad Rabbit 2 Adventure Trail
    Biking | Swamp Rabbit Trail | Explore | Historic Communities | History & Heritage | Travelers Rest

    More Than a Bike Path: Exploring the Swamp Rabbit Trail and the New Rad Rabbit 2 Adventure Trail

    Byphone June 18, 2026June 22, 2026

    From historic railroad equipment and the famous Travelers Rest mural to wooded bridges and the new Rad Rabbit 2 mountain bike trail, the Swamp Rabbit Trail offers far more than a simple bike path. Here’s why one of the Upstate’s most popular destinations keeps getting better.

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  • The Doodle Trail: A Journey Through History Between Pickens and Easley
    Outdoor Recreation | Biking | Explore | Stories & Legends | Doodle Trail | Historic Communities | Railroad History | History & Heritage | Pickens

    The Doodle Trail: A Journey Through History Between Pickens and Easley

    Byphone June 16, 2026June 22, 2026

    The Doodle Trail is more than an 8.5-mile path between Pickens and Easley. Built along the route of the historic Pickens Doodle railroad, the trail offers scenic views, hidden railroad history, connections to the Pickens Cotton Mill, downtown attractions, and one of the most enjoyable walking and cycling experiences in the Upstate.

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  • The Ecusta Trail: A Historic Railroad Reborn as One of North Carolina’s Best Outdoor Destinations
    Ecusta Trail | Biking | Explore | Hendersonville

    The Ecusta Trail: A Historic Railroad Reborn as One of North Carolina’s Best Outdoor Destinations

    Byphone June 8, 2026June 22, 2026

    Discover the Ecusta Trail, a former railroad transformed into one of North Carolina’s newest outdoor destinations. Learn the history, best stops, bike rentals, and why this scenic Hendersonville trail is worth the drive from Pumpkintown.

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  • Pickens Doodle Park: Where Railroad History Meets Family Fun
    Outdoor Recreation | Biking | Doodle Park | Stories & Legends | Explore | Doodle Trail | Railroad History | History & Heritage

    Pickens Doodle Park: Where Railroad History Meets Family Fun

    Byphone June 2, 2026June 22, 2026

    Located at the western end of the Doodle Trail, Pickens Doodle Park combines railroad history, outdoor recreation, and family-friendly attractions. With a train-themed playground, historic railroad exhibits, free parking, and direct access to one of the Upstate’s most popular trails, it is a must-visit destination in downtown Pickens.

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    • Attractions
    • Local News
    • Historic Communities
      • Dacusville
      • Hendersonville
        • Ecusta Trail
      • Cashiers
        • Sliding Rock
      • Clemson
        • Clemson Botanical Garden
        • Clemson Football
      • Cleveland
        • Fred W. Symmes Chapel (Pretty Place)
      • Easley
      • Highlands, NC
      • Pickens
      • Pumpkintown
      • Travelers Rest
      • Neighboring Communities
        • Falls Park on the Reedy
      • Sunset
    • Churches
      • Church History
  • Events
    • Family Entertainment
    • Concerts
    • Holiday
      • Halloween
    • Festivals
    • Fundraisers
  • Explore
    • Lakes
      • Hartwell
      • Jocassee
      • Keowee
    • Things To Do
    • Outdoor Recreation
      • ATV & UTV
      • Biking
        • Doodle Trail
        • Swamp Rabbit Trail
      • Fishing
      • Hiking
      • Kayak and Canoe
      • Offroad Trails
      • Sports
      • Swimming
      • Jeep / SUV Trails
      • Walking & Running
      • Waterfalls
    • Road Trips & Scenic Drives
      • Highway 11
    • Gems
      • Hidden Gems
    • Parks
      • Heritage Preserves
        • Bald Rock Heritage Preserve
        • Glassy Mountain Heritage Preserve
      • Doodle Park
      • Jumping Off Rock
      • Campbell’s Covered Bridge
      • Pleasant Ridge Park
      • Sassafras Mountain
    • State Parks
      • Caesars Head State Park
      • Table Rock State Park
        • Emergency Information
        • Carrick Creek Trail
        • Pinnacle Lake
        • Stool Mountain
      • Paris Mountain State Park
        • Sulphur Springs Trail
      • Devils Fork State Park
        • Lake Jocassee
      • Jones Gap State Park
        • Jones Gap Falls Trail
        • Rainbow Falls Trail
        • Rainbow Falls
    • Family Activities
      • Kids Corner
    • Nature Guides
      • Plants
      • Wildlife
    • Lodging Guides
      • Plan Your Visit
      • First-Time Visitor Guides
      • Romantic Cabins
      • Cabins
      • Campgrounds
      • Hotels
      • Vacation Rentals
      • Staying At Table Rock State Park
        • Camping at Table Rock
        • Staying Near Table Rock
        • Pet-Friendly Stays
  • History & Heritage
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