Walks in the Woods at Saluda Library Parking Lot
Walks are scheduled mid-March through mid November, weather permitting, join Saluda Community Land Trust members to explore local favorite walks in the Saluda area. Walks generally last about an hour and a half, and besides showcasing our local treasures, encourage getting folks outside. Walkers meet at the parking lot of the Saluda Library at 2pm. A SCLT member will keep you aware of the terrain of the trail and share their insights about the history, flora, and fauna of the area as they lead each walk. June 2: Waters of Camp Creek is a short hike and exploration that showcases local flora and fauna. June 16: Vaugh Creek is a 1.7 mile out and back trail near Tryon. This trail follows the creek featuring a small waterfall, native flora and fauna, a Native American marker tree, and a large culvert at the end of the trail. July 21: Lazy Girl is a 1 mile easy walk of about an hour. The trail traverses a stream and connects Esseola Drive through the woods to Laurel Drive in Saluda. No pets on this walk. August 4: Ollies Falls/Missing 40 is a 1 mile loop of moderate, wooded trail walking and will take about 1-2 hours. The trailhead is located on Pearson Falls Road just above the concrete bridge over the North Pacolet River. The trail is well blazed, kid and pet friendly, and has several easy water crossings. August 18: Green River Cove Trail is a walk along Old Cover Road that went from Saluda to Green River in the 1920s. The trail follows a stream down to Fish Top Access....