Forty Acre Rock Heritage Preserve
Parking available
A 2,267-2,965 acre National Natural Landmark in South Carolina, known for its massive 14-acre granite outcropping, diverse ecosystems, rare plants, and wildlife. It features waterslides, waterfalls, beaver ponds, and various forests, and is open for hiking.

šŸ“œ National Natural Landmark in South Carolina, featuring a massive granite outcropping.
šŸ” Protects a diverse and fragile ecosystem with rare plants and wildlife.

Why Go

šŸ„¾ Explore varied trails through forests to a vast granite rock
šŸžļø Enjoy scenic views, waterslides, waterfalls, and beaver ponds
šŸ¦… Excellent spot for birdwatching and observing diverse wildlife
šŸŒø Discover unique lichens, mosses, sedums, and endangered pool sprites

Why Avoid

šŸš« State tourism doesn't promote due to delicate ecosystem
šŸŽØ Reports of graffiti and defacing of natural rock formations
šŸ•ļø No legal camping, showers, or phones on site

Tips

šŸ’§ Pack your own water, food, and supplies
šŸŖ Store with bathrooms and grill available 3 miles up the road (8 AM - 8 PM)
šŸ¾ Pets allowed on leash, clean up after them

Hours

šŸ•’ Daily, dawn to dusk

Parking

šŸ…æļø Medium-sized parking lot available at the end of Conservancy Road
šŸ“ Lower and upper trailhead parking options with specific directions

Toilets

šŸš» Restrooms available at a store 3 miles away

Last updated 8 days ago

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