Palmetto Trail — Glenn Springs Passage
~1 days · 8 mi · easy · Point-to-point
Quick facts
What the Palmetto Trail — Glenn Springs Passage is known for
The Glenn Springs Passage connects the Croft and Glenn Springs areas of Spartanburg County, threading through mixed pine-hardwood forest on gently rolling Piedmont terrain near the historic mineral springs village of Glenn Springs. The passage links the Croft State Park area northward through rural woodland corridors. Maintained by the Palmetto Conservation Foundation as part of the ~500-mile Palmetto Trail.
Elevation profile
Elevation ranges from 1,906 ft to 2,477 ft over 8 mi. Measured from OSM geometry (approximate).
- Uphill 3.2 mi · 40%
- Downhill 2.7 mi · 34%
- Flat 2.0 mi · 25%
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 — Glenn Springs Passage take?
Most backpackers hike the Palmetto Trail — Glenn Springs Passage in about 1 days (0 nights out) over its 8 miles, though pace varies with fitness and conditions.
How much elevation gain is on the Palmetto Trail — Glenn Springs Passage?
The Palmetto Trail — Glenn Springs Passage climbs roughly 463 ft total — about 58 ft per mile, topping out near 768 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.