Foothills Trail Hiking Guide

Official app of the Foothills Trail Conservancy. Whether you're looking for a day hike or planning a multi-day through-hike, the Foothills Trail offers adventures of every length and difficulty. Located in Upstate South Carolina and Western North Carolina, the trail is 76.2 miles long. Through-hikers should plan to spend approximately 5-10 days on the trail, while weekend backpackers and day-hikers can utilize numerous trailheads for shorter trips. Not only does the Foothills Trail offer a superior hiking experience (Backpacker magazine rated it as "one of the best long trails in the country"), it also provides access to some spectacular waterfalls for sightseers and photographers.