Palmetto Trail — Eutaw Springs Passage
~2 days · 21.1 mi · easy · Point-to-point
Quick facts
What the Palmetto Trail — Eutaw Springs Passage is known for
The Eutaw Springs Passage covers about 21 miles through the lower Midlands of South Carolina in Orangeburg County, where the trail passes near the site of the 1781 Battle of Eutaw Springs — one of the final engagements of the Revolutionary War in the South. The route winds through flat to gently rolling coastal plain forest and agricultural land between the Santee Cooper lakes. Maintained by the Palmetto Conservation Foundation as part of the ~500-mile Palmetto Trail.
Elevation profile
Elevation ranges from 246 ft to 367 ft over 21.1 mi. Measured from OSM geometry (approximate).
- Uphill 2.3 mi · 11%
- Downhill 3.3 mi · 16%
- Flat 15.2 mi · 73%
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 — Eutaw Springs Passage take?
Most backpackers hike the Palmetto Trail — Eutaw Springs Passage in about 2 days (1 nights out) over its 21.1 miles, though pace varies with fitness and conditions.
How much elevation gain is on the Palmetto Trail — Eutaw Springs Passage?
The Palmetto Trail — Eutaw Springs Passage climbs roughly 200 ft total — about 9 ft per mile, topping out near 121 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.