Palmetto Trail — Boyd Passage
~2 days · 29.4 mi · moderate · Point-to-point
Quick facts
What the Palmetto Trail — Boyd Passage is known for
The Boyd Passage winds through mixed hardwood and pine forest in the SC Midlands between Kershaw and Clarendon counties, connecting rural land along about 23 miles of gently rolling Piedmont terrain. The route passes creek drainages and farm-bordered corridors as the trail descends from the inner Piedmont toward the coastal plain. Maintained by the Palmetto Conservation Foundation as part of the ~500-mile Palmetto Trail.
Elevation profile
Elevation ranges from 367 ft to 1,204 ft over 29.4 mi. Measured from OSM geometry (approximate).
- Uphill 7.9 mi · 27%
- Downhill 8.8 mi · 30%
- Flat 12.8 mi · 43%
Ridgefold breaks every route into uphill, downhill, and flat — see the full per-day breakdown in the app.
Frequently asked questions
How many days does the Palmetto Trail — Boyd Passage take?
Most backpackers hike the Palmetto Trail — Boyd Passage in about 2 days (1 nights out) over its 29.4 miles, though pace varies with fitness and conditions.
How much elevation gain is on the Palmetto Trail — Boyd Passage?
The Palmetto Trail — Boyd Passage climbs roughly 1,224 ft total — about 42 ft per mile, topping out near 371 ft.
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Sources & attribution
Route geometry and stats derived from OpenStreetMap (© OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL) — source relation. Stats are approximate and may differ from official surveys; permit rules and conditions change — verify with the managing authority before your trip. Last reviewed July 2026.