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Cedar Springs OHV Trail
Wednesday, December 11, 2024
| Other Names | Cedar Springs OHV, Sumter National Forest, Sumpter National Forest, Long Cane Creek, Long Cane Ranger District, Piedmont OHV Trails, Big Curtrail Creek |
| Last Known Status | Variable Schedule (Depends on daily conditions. Call (803) 561-4025 x 2 for recorded message.) |
This part of the Sumter National Forest has about 12 miles of moderately challenging ATV trail loops that wind through some hilly terrain and a mixed hardwood and pine tree forest. The main staging area provides access to the northern loop but a connector trail is used to access the southern loop. Both loops are marked for one way traffic except for the connector trail which allows for two way traffic.
The trails mainly consists of smooth packed clay and dirt but there is a section that has some large rocks. The main staging area has gravel parking, a self pay and informational kiosk, picnic tables and garbage cans. This area is prone to temporary closures before and after inclement weather, so check the hotline before heading out.
The trails and staging area are only open during daylight hours but camping facilities can be found at Fell Camp and Parson's Mountain. Trail riding is discouraged from October through December due to hunting season.
REGULATIONS
| Permit Required | No | |
| Dates Open | Open daily, year-round. Call first for current conditions - (803) 561-4025 x 2. | |
| Other ATV Stickers Accepted | Unknown | |
| Spark Arrestor | Yes | A spark arresting exhaust silencer or end cap is required for all vehicles. |
| Noise Limit | Yes (96 dB) | |
| Whip Flags | Not Required | |
| Maximum Vehicle Width | Yes (50 inches) | has entrance gate or posts |
 Motorcycles & Dirt Bikes | Permitted | |
 Four Wheelers | Permitted | (maximum width 50 inches) |
 UTV & SXS | Prohibited | |
 SUVs & Jeeps (registered) | Prohibited | |
| Dune Buggy & Sand Rail 4x4 (unregistered) | Prohibited | |
| 2 Stroke Engines | No Restriction | |
 Camping | Prohibited | |
 Campfires | Prohibited | |
| Night Riding | Yes | working headlight and taillight required for night riding |
| Trail Blazing | Prohibited | riders must stay on trail |
| Rule Enforcement |
TERRAIN
| Approx Size | 3,200 acres (5 sq mi) | |
| Miles Of Trail | 12 | |
| Climate Type | Forest | |
| Elevation | 400 to 550 ft. | |
| Trail Maintenance | Marked, Not Rated, Lightly Maintained | trails are marked with blue blazes |
| Loose Dirt |  Little | |
| Hard Pack |  Mostly | |
| Sand |  Some | |
| Mud | Little | |
| Dust | Some | |
| Rocks |  None | |
| Trees |  Many | |
| Steep Hills | None | |
| Water Crossings | None | |
| Small Jumps | None | |
| Large Jumps | None | |
| Berms | Many | |
| Sand/Gravel Pits | None | |
| Single Track | None | |
| Roads |  Few | |
| Intersections | Few | |
| Rider Traffic | Few | |
| Shade | Many | |
| Hazards | Few | (hazards assumed marked but use caution) |
 Novice | Some | |
 Amateur | Mostly | |
 Expert | Little |
TYPE OF AREA
| Area | Motorized Trails |
| Land | National Forest |
KEY SERVICES
 Gasoline | 1-5 Miles (NE) | BP Gas Station (864) 943-8365 |
| Diesel | 1-5 Miles (NE) | BP Gas Station (864) 943-8365 |
 Water | 1-5 Miles (S) | Fell Camp (803) 637-5396 |
 RV Hookup | 20-30 Miles (W) | Calhoun Falls State Park Campground (864) 447-8267 |
 RV Disposal | 20-30 Miles (W) | Calhoun Falls State Park Campground (864) 447-8267 |
| Campground | 1-5 Miles (S) | Fell Camp (803) 637-5396 |
 Conv Store | 1-5 Miles (NE) | BP Gas Station (864) 943-8365 |
FEES & PASSES
| Parking | (None) |
| Entry | (None) |
| Riding | Yes ($5.00 per OHV) self service fee station |
| Camping | Yes Tent: $5.00 RV: $5.00 Addtl. Vehicle: $0.00 Fell Camp Fees |
RATINGS
| Our Rating |  |
| Recommended Stay | Full Day |
| Comments | (Scroll Down For Rider Reviews & Comments) |
DRIVING DIRECTIONS
| Nearest City | Abbeville, SC | ||
| Address | Curltail Road, Bradley, SC 29819 | ||
| From: Abbeville, SC
1) Take Hwy 72 east about 4 miles (look for Beulah Baptist Church) 2) Turn right (south) on Beulah Church Road, continue 1.7 miles 3) Turn right (west) on McNeill Road, continue about 1 mile 4) Veer left (south) onto Curltail Road, continue about .25 miles 5) Staging area is on the right (west). |
OFFICIAL CONTACTS
| Contact Info | OHV Trail Hotline (803) 561-4025 www.fs.usda.gov |
| Comment | Extension 2 |
| Contact Info | J.R. Kirkaldie (District Ranger) Sumter National Forest - Long Cane Ranger District 810 Buncombe Street Edgefield, SC 29824 (803) 637-5396 john.kirkaldie@usda.gov sm.fs.fmrd@usda.gov www.fs.usda.gov |
Cedar Springs Trail Photo
Photo Submitted 4/26/2016 (Thanks!)
Cedar Springs Trail Photo
Photo Submitted 4/26/2016 (Thanks!)
Cedar Springs Trail Photo
Photo Submitted 4/26/2016 (Thanks!)
Cedar Springs Trail Photo
Photo Submitted 4/26/2016 (Thanks!)
Cedar Springs Trail Photo
Photo Submitted 7/1/2012 (Thanks!)
Cedar Springs Trail Photo
Photo Submitted 4/26/2016 (Thanks!)
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